36 Best American Restaurants near Shippensburg

“I had an interesting experience here. I went with minimal expectations. It's a "default" destination for people who don't want to venture out from their hotel after all.

The person tending bar when I arrived was a pleasant lady who took my drink and food order:
Vodka martini and a Bistro Burger
I knew immediately there was a concern because I wasn't asked what vodka I preferred and whether I wanted it straight up or on the rocks etc.
the drink I got was (forgive me) disgusting. It was all vermouth and had a LIME in it.
I choked this down and ordered a whiskey instead since that's pretty much impossible to mess up :)

To make matters worse, the couple that came in after me not only got their burgers before me, they finished them before I got mine.

Another person arrived behind the bar in the meantime.
His name is "T".
He gave me a water without me asking, asked me about my food order, and offered me another whiskey (again without asking me what I had- meaning he had looked to find out).

He apologized for the food situation and got me my burger.

I over-tipped him to acknowledge the good service. I decided to let him know about the issues I had, and he insisted on making me a proper martini. It was perfect.

Turns out he had a family emergency, which is why he was not there when I walked in when they opened to take my order and provide proper service.

Give this guy and his place a chance. He clearly cares about his customers and the service provided here, which is all too rare these days.

Thank you T!!!“

“My husband and I were in Shippensburg for a show at the Luhr Center at Shippensburg University last night. We've stayed at this facility in the past so elected to stay here again. The facility is still beautiful and was so clean that it may have been recently updated. What we noticed (as we find everywhere since the pandemic) is the business is short staffed. However, the few people working were outstanding in wearing multiple hats. A manager helped to tend the bar at the Bistro, the desk person cleaned tables and helped to serve our dinner, the young lady behind the bar was cooking breakfast as well as serving and manning the cash register, and a manager was cleaning rooms in the morning. In addition, every person was exceptionally friendly. I want to commend this work force for their ability to work together and keep this business running efficiently. I can only hope that this review reaches upper management of Marriott and these people are commended for their effort. The only thing I would improve was that the water in the swimming pool was too cold. We enjoyed the hot-tub instead.“

“The only thing better than our food, was the service! our waitress was amazing, friendly, and so personable! Highly recommend to everyone!“

“Diffy’s is a Great stop if you’re in the area!
We normally stop in a couple times a year when we go to Shippensburg for something. Every time the fries have been perfectly cooked! Perfect crisp nice size for soft potato inside.
Burgers and Grilled Cheese on point as usual on Sunday.“

“Excellent meal and service. We both had open faced turket sandwiches. I had mashed, LT had fries. Mashed were very good. Fries were some of the best diner fries ever - and we're both 81 and well travelled. Side salad was outstanding. Great find and we will be back.“

“Our server Jackie was amazing! She greeted us with a smile and was so helpful. She was so attentive to all our needs and customization we had for our order and gave us a great experience! Definitely recommend asking for her as your server 😊“

“This restaurant has a warm inviting diner feel to it. A good restaurant where the locals eat. No chain restaurant here! I had the banana caramel pancakes and they were scrumptious! Very moist, lots of bananas and very good flavor. The pumpkin spice pancakes were good too!
We love coming here with family when we are in town.“

“Our server was phenominal.Food was delicious.Great experience! I had Caesar salad with chicken and my husband had the Pittsburgh Salad.“

“Food was good, nice clean place. Bloody Mary was good however price on menu as a special was 5$, when bill came that wasn't the case. Asked about it and was told the menu was old and they were 9$ now and they can't offer 2 drink specials bc it's not legal, kind of odd. 9$ is the going rate, just don't advertise this if that's the case.“

“Today was the first time I have eaten there I really loved my dinner I got !! I got broid Haddock with crab meat baked potato and a greek salad , it was way above the chain restaurants that sell sea food dinners like Red Lobster just down the road from it , I couldn't believe how great the food was there. they had such a great menu to select from, the family restaurants are the best places to eat and the best value for your money !! I am a new customer for life !! thanks for a great experience and great food , everything was fresh , it's a winner for me !!!“

“Friendly people! Great food! Great service. I’m obsessed with their omelets 🤣“

“Delicious food! Lots of variety, something for everyone. Prices are reasonable and our waitress was new but went above and beyond! Casual dining. Older style interior is the only reason for the 4 stars but it's Historic so it makes sense.“

“I would highly recommend the catering from country cook’n. We had a delicious Thanksgiving meal today for 22 people. Everything was great! Perfect Service!“

“I most definitely recommend the Menno Haven Rehabilitation Facility! I was a patient there recovering from COVID. I could hardly move when I arrived and when I left, I walked out of the facility. The nursing and therapy staff is, "second to none!" I wish them all the very best!“

“Amazing food very friendly staff... big portions, plan on taking some home!“

“Every time the food is delicious and portions are generous.“

“picked up a burger and fries, they were great and cheap“

“Our first time here, the food and drinks were excellent and we loved the atmosphere with great service. Looking forward to our next time.“

“The service we received yesterday for breakfast was great and our food was wonderful and delicious.“

“Food is always great, although I only ever get their burgers. Service has always been top tier aside from 2 experiences where the servers were either uninterested in their job or inattentive but that hasn't happened for a while. Otherwise, theres a reason we go here once a week now.“

“We just stopped on May 24 2025 to grab a bite..we had gotten two subs. the bread was fresh as well as all the fixins..We are not from this area...the next time we come thru..this is definitely a stop.. Thank you...“

“Fantastic food. Loved the rice bowls and crab nachos. Our waitress Camile friendly and attentive. Absolutely 💯 fantastic foodie experience.“

“Thank you Stoner’s for the last minute accommodations for a large party after the recent passing of my Dad!❤️ Every employee went above and beyond expectations and the food was excellent! We will be back!😊“

“Bartenders are in no hurry to serve, even when the place is less than half full. They certainly gave the vibe that they really weren't in to serving anyone but customers I can only assume are regulars. Worst pwas watching one of them remove to glasses from the overhead storage area by sticking his fingers in them. But hey, I guess the liquor killed the germs.“

“We had an amazing Anniversary dinner! Food was great and our server was excellent! Krystal took amazing care of us! We love coming there! The prime rib is delicious!“

“Always great food and service. Friendly and nice atmosphere. Whether you want a salad, soup, sandwich, or complete meal you will not be disappointed. They also have ice cream and pies for desert.“

“We just stopped on May 24 2025 to grab a bite..we had gotten two subs. the bread was fresh as well as all the fixins..We are not from this area...the next time we come thru..this is definitely a stop.. Thank you...“

“We were there on Saturday. The food was very good. I was going to order a salad and I asked for Thousand Island dressing and was told that they don't have that. I just can't imagine why a place like Longhorn don't have Thousand Island. So I didn't order the salad. Please think about putting Thousand Island back on the list of dressings. I would think Thousand Island would be a popular dressing.“

“Great subs,always worth every cent! I've enjoyed Mim's for years and hope to forever!“

“Was seated right away. Waitress was there right way for drinks. Then took our order and are food was out in 10-15 minutes. It’s was all good. The waitress was very good at her job. She noticed what was missing when food was brought out to the table before i did. I would go back again.“

“Ordered take out wings and they are the best wings I’ve ever had. The gentleman on the phone who took my order was very nice, repeated back my order to make sure nothing was missed and answered my questions when i didn’t know something. I wanted ranch dressing with the wings, and they gave each box a huge cup filled when most places give barely any ranch. I ordered 40 wings and they were ready within 15 minutes. Great customer service and even better food. 100% recommend.“

“I can’t say enough good things about The Orchards / Relax! I’ve dined at their restaurant and sat at the bar in Relax, both experiences are top-notch. The food is always outstanding: creative, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. Their drink menu is just as impressive!

But what really sets this place apart is the people. Every staff member I’ve encountered genuinely seems to care. They’re warm, attentive, and often go above and beyond to make you feel special.

I’ve celebrated my bridal shower, family baby showers, gender reveals, a family wedding, & rehearsal dinners, you name it. Every single event has been seamless, from room setup to timing, to food and service. They have an elegant yet comfortable feel that makes guests feel both impressed and relaxed.

If you’re in the Chambersburg area (or even beyond), The Orchards / Relax is a must-visit — whether for a casual dinner, a night out at the bar, or one of life’s big celebrations.“

“Our server for the evening was Mena. He went over and above to serve us and make our dinner enjoyable. He was pleasant and personable. He did not upcharge us on the additional food that was not ordered. He substituted very kindly when one of our sides was not available. His pleasant conversation made our dinner memorable. We will have to try the buffet he recommended on the weekend sometime.“

“Great food. Spectacular customer service“

“Always have a great experience when we eat here!! Great food and service!!“

“Good food and drinks very clean………………“