34 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 😊“

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

“Love the pancakes Go almost every morning and always enjoy myself MY ONLY COMPLAINT ALONG WITH MANY OTHERS IS IT IS WAY TOO COLD FOR COMFORT Coffee is cold before you can drink it. Many people of complained and nothing is being done“

“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.“

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

“Food is yummy, served hot and as ordered. Staff knowledgeable and friendly. Beautiful stained glass decor.“

“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.“

“it is so nice to be able to take home a hot meal every now and then, in evenings. so yummy! I highly recommend this establishment! great food and friendly service. every time!“

“Was in today for lunch with the family. food was amazing. Will be back for sure !“

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

“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.“

“A very reliable place for a good burgher and fries cooked properly and served quickly. I can't eat there often and when I do I never finish more than the first serving of fries even though the server always offers me more. Never had a problem with the food or server. They even helped me figure out how to use their payment system. I like their lemonade also!“

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

“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!😊“

“As a over the road driver, it is very hard to find places where we are welcomed (just truck, no trl). This is one.👍👍Great food selection that is way above typical bar munchies. Which I like. Met a local and we talked like we've known each other for years.
Skype is super cute, fun and a pinch ornery. I likey!! If she wasn't taken already and I wasn't too, I'd try for that!!😊😈😉😁
Thank you for a fun time.“

“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 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 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.“

“After being treated poorly at another local restaurant, we were honestly just looking for somewhere—anywhere—still open where we could grab a decent meal after a long, exhausting day of travel. That’s how we ended up making the 15-minute drive to Applebee’s, and I’m so glad we did.

From the moment we sat down, our waitress Tonya completely turned our night around. She was kind, attentive, and genuinely warm—exactly what you hope for but don’t always get. Her service wasn’t just good, it was thoughtful, and it made a real difference after the experience we had earlier.

Tonya is the kind of person who represents hospitality at its best. She deserves recognition for the way she treated us and for going above and beyond to make a tough evening so much better.

We came in tired and frustrated, and we left feeling taken care of. That’s entirely thanks to her. Tonya, if you read this: you rock! David and the table of 5 from NYC.“

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

“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.“

“Great food. Spectacular customer service“

“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.“

“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.“

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