Part I: Where to Stay And Eat for Walking in Huntingdon
AmTrak’s Pennsylvanian Line stops twice daily in Huntingdon at its station along 4th Street from Pittsburgh, Greensburg, Johnstown and Altoona in the morning, and from New York City, Philadelphia, Harrisburg and Lewistown in the late afternoon. The AmTrak station is a convenient starting location for experiencing Huntingdon by foot or by bicycle.
Step off the train and carry or roll your bags to one of two lodging establishments within a block and a half of the station:
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The Comfort Inn Huntingdon is a familiar name in the Choice Hotels family, and brings with it all of the familiarity and excellence you expect from a global hotel brand. The Comfort Inn has an indoor pool and exercise room, provides complimentary breakfast and wi-fi for its guests, and has received numerous awards from Choice Hotels for its cleanliness and customer friendliness.
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The Gage Mansion Bed & Breakfast is a luxurious, historic property in downtown Huntingdon with seven private rooms, each with its own private bath. The gorgeous Queen Anne-style house sits amid beautiful gardens and has a gazebo in its yard for events or lounging. Each morning, guests awake to a gourmet breakfast prepared by the innkeeper. The property has been mentioned in the Huffington Post as one of the Northeastern United States’ most romantic getaways.
After checking in and dropping your bags, you will probably be ready for a bite to eat. Below are just a few of the unique restaurants located within a reasonable walking distance from your lodging and the AmTrak station.
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Three Twelve Kitchen and Cocktails offers upscale casual and fine dining, and is conveniently located across the street from the Gage Mansion. Three Twelve has a full bar including a martini menu and wine list, and serves happy hour specials Monday through Saturday.
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Boxer's Cafe offers quality cuisine for meat lovers and vegetarians alike, emphasizing fresh and local from sandwiches to blue cheese delight or broccoli cheesesteak. The bar always has 10 brews on tap and nearly 100 craft brewed and imported beers.
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Muddy Run Tavern has a varying menu that can be enjoyed with an adult beverage. This has been a dream come true for owner, Chad Heichel who also runs a mobile food concession stand that is a favorite for many from all over. The Muddy Run staff is ready to serve you from a variety of menu items that will be sure to satisfy everyone's taste buds!
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Standing Stone Coffee Company offers specialty in-house roasted single-origin coffees and unique blends. The café includes a full espresso bar, smoothies and milkshakes, creative breakfast, lunch and dinner fare along with free wi-fi and a coin-op laundry.
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Woody’s Bar-B-Q Grill and Bar serves baby back ribs, chicken, pulled pork, brisket, salads and mountainous pies for dessert. Woody’s has a full bar with big screen TVs and free wi-fi. Daily specials can be found on their Facebook page.