44 Best American Restaurants near Mount Gretna

“The lovely Easter buffet is a "much do"! The food was a very traditional PA Dutch fare. the desserts were fresh, homemade deliciousness! The wait staff were very attentive and sweet!“

“I had scrambled eggs that were perfection! Cooked and seasoned perfectly. The French toast was the beat I ever had. It's a great little restaurant tucked into the woods of Mt. Gretna. If you have a chance stop by for breakfast/lunch.“

“We had an early dinner and our server was just wonderful. Attentive and kind. We were a party of four and everything we ordered was excellent! We do not live in the area but will definitely stop in again when we are.“

“went for food and drinks, place is very home welcoming and food and drinks are great“

“Had dinner here tonight. Everything was great from the drinks to the food as well as their service. I got the autumn salmon which was perfectly done and paired with the most delicious autumn vegetables. My husband had steak and fries and added a crab cake and loved everything as well. My daughter even gave the deep dish pizza 2 thumbs up! Forgot to take a picture but one of my favorite things about Tony’s is their attention to detail and how beautifully they plate their dishes.“

“Delicious food and great service! We have been coming to Country Meadows for many years! Love everything about this restaurant!“

“Perfect place to get out in this great weather for fun and food Love the new owners too“

“very nice place- don’t get too intoxicated as there are plenty of tight steps to endure on the way out :) Most servers we have enjoyed being around has made visits superb however we’ve heard (1)? with some negative issues in life literally crying at the bar, which presents a downer for customers. finally, the happy & overall pleasant staff, happy blond mgr included, we have heard bar patrons gossip after customers leave- & some tenders joining in- & wonder if, this takes place, after we leave…“

“I always get great service at this Friendly's location. Johna and Tif greet everyone with the perfect Friendly smile. Great service every visit.“

“The food was great…and a nice variety to choose from. Grace was our waitress, and she was amazing! Got our order right and kept our drinks full. Especially my iced tea.“

“Excellent service. Our server was Billy. Great food.“

“Greatest place for out of town folks and locals, very warm and welcoming environment . Worth the time and money you are spending there and you will most definitely be catered too I am gonna be spending my days of work pretty often at this place“

“Wow, this place is incredible!! It's totally a hidden gem. You would think that having feet cheese salad would probably be gross, but when it comes from your own feet, it's actually quite nice! And it feels good to recycle parts of the human body ? the horse sweat coffee had a strong kick with hints of cowboy taint and went down like chik peas through a feeding tube! I had the 30-day dry aged platypus, seasoned with cactus needles and slow brined in the business end of a blue whale. Absolutely divine ✨️ my nephew's uncle had the left rear pigs ankle with a side of hair clippings and marinated golf balls. From what I heard through his windpipe slowly closing in, he loved it. Honorable mentions would be the 110v wire bites, which really gives you a jolt, Big Dads bear paws, make sure you ask for the paws to be removed from the bear, I won't make that mistake again! And last but not least, the camel toe.Also, try their unfrozen unsweetened ice cream. It can be found in the fridge in the dairy section.In other news, Jason Derulo works there.

Vegetarian options: All vegetables are heavily sprayed and GMO grown, delicious

Dietary restrictions: You will have all dietary restrictions after eating here

Kid-friendliness: Lots of 20 year old kids

Wheelchair accessibility: This place will give you the ability to walk“

“Great food and the best service from Marissa!! She was awesome!!! Thanks for a great evening!!“

“Was in the area for a seminar and decided to stop by for dinner and watch football game. Service was excellent and food was outstanding. The restaurant is a amazing place. Highly recommend it“

“Best Burgers in town and bottomless fries. You cannot go wrong at the fixins bar. When I think of burgers I think of Fuddruckers“

“best breakfast place in the county!“

“4 of us got the brisket. All 4 were like old leather. Very dry.... Food was ok at best. Atmosphere was interesting. Almost a fight at the bar. Then a girl could barley walk getting up from the bar to leave. Just not the same.“

“my waitress was outstanding! she was so pleasant. I will definitely be looking for her the next time. The food was delicious. it was my grandsons 16th birthday and everything was perfect.“

“Prices are fare, food is delicious and the staff are very friendly. our waiter was the best!“

“Smoked shrimp, corn chowder: delicious. Classic Reuben & potato salad: very good. Good size portions. Correctly made Reuben (doesn’t always happen). Overall a good dining experience. Came in at 5pm on Saturday evening, full house but didn’t wail more than a few minutes.“

“Food is excellent, service was good. Atmosphere was friendly. I've been to restaurants in all 48 states and I would have to rate this one one of the BEST! I came from St. Louis for Christmas with the family and "had to" go to Heiseys for their spectacular roast beef sandwich and ALSO chocolate cake with peanut butter icing! 😋“

“I accidentally ordered from the wrong place, but after I found where my food was and had some I was very happy with my mistake. The white pizza had a generous amount of ricotta and garlic and the crust had a nice crisp but chewy texture. The cheese sub was well balanced and was an exceptional value. I'll be back.“

“Best pastrami sandwich in area.“

“Old-school, Greek-run Diner which appears to be popular with the post-Church crowd. Hefty money with lots of choices. My chicken gyro was delicious but my husband prefers my family's chip beef and the gravy was a little heavy on flour and too thick. Lovely service while we had grumpy kiddos.“

“Beanie’s delivers exactly what a local bar & grill should: bold portions and punchy flavor. The Volcano Burger was a full send. Juicy patty, onion rings stacked high, jalapeños, salsa and ranch. A punch full of flavor. The Southwest Chipotle wings had that smoky heat balance dialed in. Not just spice for shock value — actual flavor layered in. The patty melt leaned classic comfort with a side of fries. Nothing over the top. It was perfect, and seasoned beautifully. The mild wings over fries (Monday deal win) proved you can still get a solid meal for just $10. The nachos? Exactly what you want. Cheese, jalapeños, taco meat onions, salsa and sour cream. Atmosphere-wise, it feels local in the best way — relaxed on one side, bar going on the other. Perfect mix for introverts and extroverts. This is the kind of spot that builds community through food and friends. Sincerely , Full Effect Eats ❤️🍽️“

“Greatest hot dogs 🌭 ever.“

“This place is so underrated. I don't get it, the parking lot is practically empty all the time but this place is legit the best restaurant in the area. The food is always unique, the draft beer selection is second to none in this town (have to go to Lancaster city or Harrisburg to compete with this). Music selection is good, servers are chill... I don't get why this place isn't packed. If u pass thru Etown u need to go to the Black Gryphon.“

“Recently (on Tuesday, September 23, 2025), our family buried my husband at the cemetery at Fort Indiantown Gap. We visited the brewery for a lunch to celebrate him. We were sooo very pleased with the service, the food, and the beer. I’m so sorry I don’t remember our waitperson’s name but she was just wonderful. Thank you so much for making an otherwise sad day a great experience. We will definitely recommend your establishment to others. Pamela Gauthier“

“I have a problem Tonight I was in to have a great meal Now understand it was full and god bless our waitress she was on the run So we had some left overs so I went up to get containers to help the waitress and the attitude of the lady taking my Request was so rude she was mad because I disturb her and she just threw the container on the counter We come in allot but when I went up to pay her I told her the next time you are rude to me will be the last time we come in. Also the person that was in with us said one time she was rude to her because she did not say she had a gift card and that made the lady mad at her I’m sure she may be old but a attitude like that is not very impressive Thank you God Bless but it will be awhile tell we come in again. Believe me other people have noticed too“

“Everything is fresh and homemade... She took her time which I don't mind because that shows she cares about her food... People need to support restaurants like this...“

“Wow….the service here from Eddie and Jen is out of this world! We rarely go out anymore because prices are crazy and people are awful. So glad we came here - great food, UNBELIEVABLE service, and fair prices. We’ll be back for sure!!!“

“Some of the best subs around. Very fresh and plenty of meat“

“Very friendly staff. Good breakfast“

“Good place to eat. Good food and friendly atmosphere“

“I used to go to Lucky Duck a lot and then stopped when they took salmon off their menu a few years ago. HOWEVER, my group decided they wanted to go to Lucky Duck and I agreed ... Very happy to discover that salmon is back ... and may have been for a while now ... I was happy to be seated in my formerly regular table ... service was great and the food was delicious!!!“

“I stop here at least once a week. Their beverages are wonderful...sandwiches aren't bad either. Their soups on the other hand leave a lot to be desired. I had the veggie last week...it was so peppery that I couldn't eat it...I had the Italian Wedding soup this week...that was just a downright disgrace! The broth was so salty and I have never had or made Italian wedding soup with sausage meatballs...there wasn't any chicken to be found and carrots, spinach and orzo were nonexistent. The broth was so dark at first I thought they made a mistake. Lesson learned...next time I want Italian Wedding soup I will make my own.“

“Took my wife here for our 15th anniversary. The steak and chicken were very tender and cooked just like we like. The Caesar salad was delicious. Fries were great. The macaroni was a bit overly smoked flavored but was ok. Not sure if we will go again or not because we do like our Mexican food too.“

“Great family Diner. Service is always great and I highly recommend this diner to anyone seeking great food at an affordable price.“

“The bartender Dana was friendly. She greeted and sat us. Our server Francheska was kind and attentive! The owner Joy stopped at our table which I thought was cool. Good prices and good food!“

“Cedar Grill is one of those small local diners that just gets it.

It’s a regular stop on my breakfast runs especially because my 88-year-old grandpa absolutely loves it, which honestly says everything you need to know. This place feels familiar, welcoming, and comforting in the best way.

My go-to orders are either the breakfast quesadilla (which is huge and packed with veggies) or the mushroom omelette, both consistently delicious and filling. The food is always good, always hot, and somehow comes out crazy fast usually within 10 minutes of ordering.

The service is what really sets this place apart. We always ask for Charla, and she is hands down the best. She remembers our order every time and often meets us at the table with coffee already poured. She knows her regulars, treats everyone like family, and makes every visit feel personal.

A quick honest note: right now, some of the booths and tables are a little run down, but they’re actively working on opening new housing right next door, so it’s clear they’re building toward something bigger and brighter. It’s absolutely not a deal breaker the heart of the place, the food, and the people are what matter, and those are solid.

Prices are affordable, portions are generous, and the vibe is classic hometown diner. If you want fast, reliable breakfast with genuine care behind it, Cedar Grill is it.“

“Food was prepared just as ordered. Sean our waiter was very pleasant and attentive to our needs.“

“Was gonna give a lower score because the last time I went to a Mick's location, I got a free starter salad with my entree and now I find out that they stopped doing this a while ago, which irked me. Like c'mon, it's a whole 15 cents worth of lettuce and a spoonful of dressing. The saving grace was the meatloaf. Absolutely delicious. 2 extra stars than I was going to give delicious, in fact.

Bring back the damn salad.“

“The Manager Amanda is an absolute rock star! Once a month I travel from NJ to visit my father at Cornwall Manor and we always have to go here for lunch. So in May as we were having lunch I asked Amanda, who was tending the bar if I could purchase one of their shirts for my Dad as he loves the restaurant so much. Today, as per routine, we stopped in for a few of his obligatory Yeunglings and some lunch. Amanda greeted us at the door and had a surprise saved from last month as they'd received a new shipment and had one set aside for him in a 2x; he's a big guy. It was awesome as he just celebrated his 80th birthday. Never had a bad meal here and their wings are the absolute BEST! Amanda for sure deserves the highest accolades for her attentiveness, attitude and professionalism. I would recommend Mick's to anyone in the area or visiting. Mick, give Amanda a raise and promotion!“