Enhance your vacation getaway with a tasting tour to match your style of adventure. From diners and coffee shops to taverns and roadside stands, each locally owned restaurant is near popular attractions and serves made-from-scratch dishes to satisfy even the pickiest eater. Come hungry for delicious discovery.
Everything Standing Stone
Connect the past to modern day with a visit to the historic standing stone monument in Huntingdon, a hike along the Standing Stone Trail, and a stop at a local coffee shop. Standing Stone Coffee Company is a community gathering place, serving fresh-roasted coffee and meals all day. A seasonal menu offers fun twists on favorites and unique drinks, sandwiches and salads. Take it to go, eat inside or relax with a latte on the sun-drenched patio.
Fishing and Fries
Fly fishing the legendary waters of Spruce Creek attracted President Jimmy Carter and other anglers, but the fresh-cut fries at the Spruce Creek Tavern could be just as famous. A large wooden sign points the way to monthly specialty cocktails, wings, burgers and more. The crispy fries steal the show, served on trays big enough to share or topped with cheese, bacon, gravy or seasonings for a twist on tradition.
Hiking and Homemade Meals
Headed to Trough Creek State Park for hiking and scenic views? Stop by the Cassville Country Store for breakfast. Part café and part community hub, the store offers a full-service breakfast of omelets, pancakes and piping hot coffee, plus fully stocked coolers, a deli counter and Ritchey’s ice cream. Browse the shelves for snacks, hardware and well-loved books to take home.
After hiking, visit the Spring Creek Diner, a bright, country spot along a two-lane road. Check the chalkboard for daily specials or order off the menu. Homemade favorites are the central Pennsylvania staple of salads topped with fries, country fried steak and mashed potato bowls with layers of meat, potatoes and gravy. Large portions and low prices make it a perfect stop.
Kayaking and Comfort Food
After paddling on the Juniata, refuel at beloved pub Boxer’s. This small space packs in plenty of personality and longtime staff make everyone feel like a regular. Can’t-miss comfort food includes the Reuben, cheese pie, leafy green salad and a black bean burger. A signature sandwich is the “blue cheese delight,” piled high with vegetables, creamy dressing and rye bread. Beer and cider on tap keep visitors coming back.
Stepping Up for Chicken
The Thousand Steps attracts hikers looking for a challenging workout and a beautiful view. Once back down the mountain, appetites will be raging and protein-packed food essential. A carry-out restaurant, Bricktown Kickn’ Chicken broasts (broils and roasts) its chicken while you wait, guaranteeing juicy, crispy perfection to go with a side of potato logs.
Trail to “Drunken” Mushrooms
Blazing a path on the Lower Trail works up an appetite that can only be satisfied at Bluegills. Seasonal flavors tempt taste buds with cocktails and weekly specials that range from soup to seafood. A fruity crush cocktail balances the decadent “drunken mushrooms” appetizer, a velvety concoction of brandy-flambéed mushrooms and cream over toasted bread. The back lawn hosts summer concerts with seating on the grass or the deck.
Treats, Trains and Trolleys
Top a trip to East Broad Top Railroad and the Rockhill Trolley Museum with burgers, hoagies, fries and soft serve at a family-owned roadside stand, The Little Ice Creamer. Chocolate and vanilla anchor the menu, with a weekly flavor such as yellow cake batter or Grape-Nut offered as a sweet surprise. Enjoy a cone under shaded picnic tables while swapping stories about riding the rails.
Plan Ahead
Hours and days of operation may change with the season, so plan ahead. From lake days to fall weekends, good cuisine and a warm welcome are always on the menu in Huntingdon County.