Traveling overnight, my wife pointed us toward Sturges Speakeasy after seeing the great reviews,…read moreand she absolutely nailed it. This place was fantastic, the kind of spot you're genuinely glad you stumbled into. The atmosphere had that perfect mix of cool and comfortable. I grabbed a beer, Stacy's Mom, and I'd order it again without thinking twice. My wife went for the Self‑Loathing Burger, which lived up to the hype. My daughter ordered the Mother‑Clucker (pictured), and after she gave me a bite, I immediately regretted not getting my own. I ended up with the Pittsburgher (also pictured), and it was outstanding, one of those sandwiches you keep thinking about afterward. Between the vibe and the food, it honestly felt like a little slice of heaven. Highly recommend stopping in for dinner.

Visited the Speakeasy recently with the family. Upon arrival around lunchtime, we were immediately…read moreseated and given water and menus. Our waitress was very friendly. The ambience didn't seem much like a speakeasy. It was more like a regular bar/restaurant. For lunch, I requested fish tacos and sweet potato fries. As an appetizer, we shared some nachos, which had a very tasty cheese sauce on them. A while later, the food was delivered. Everyone enjoyed their meals. My fish tacos each had a large piece of fish in them. The fish was seasoned and cooked perfectly, was flaky, and delicious. My sweet potato fries were a little overcooked, but still pretty good. Highly recommend that dish. My daughter's soup of the day (chicken & rice) missed the mark. But her club sandwich was the size of her head! If we're in Harrisburg, we'll visit again. Great meal!

Gilligan's is one of those places you walk into and immediately get it. TVs everywhere--even tucked…read moreinto the booths--so you never miss a play, a pool table adding just the right touch of energy, and a cozy, come-as-you-are atmosphere that feels like a true locals' spot. It's fun, relaxed, and the kind of place you can easily lose track of time in. What really stood out early on was the service. Our waitress was not only attentive, but genuinely helpful--honest, informative, and confident in her recommendations. Since there's no drink menu, she guided us toward what they do best, including the espresso martini. I appreciated the direction... but the drink itself didn't quite match the expectation. I was hoping for something silky, rich, and indulgent--almost dessert-like--but it landed closer to a pre-mixed version. Not bad, just not memorable. The menu is extensive and reasonably priced, which makes it approachable without sacrificing variety. Now, the highlight--my Black n' Bleu Delmonico, cooked medium. This dish delivered. The steak was cooked perfectly, and the bleu cheese garlic butter added a savory, melt-in-your-mouth richness that made each bite better than the last. It paired beautifully with the soft baked sweet potato--simple, comforting, and exactly what it needed to be. We started with loaded fries, and honestly... dangerously addictive. Crispy, flavorful, and the kind of appetizer you keep reaching for without realizing how much you've eaten. My husband went with the surf and turf--filet mignon and lobster tail. The lobster was a standout: buttery, tender, and cooked just right. The filet, though cooked to his liking, lacked seasoning and depth. It needed more intention--something to bring it to life beyond just butter. Overall, Gilligan's nails what matters most for a place like this--great atmosphere, strong service, and food that has real moments of excellence. It's the kind of spot you go to unwind, catch a game, and enjoy a solid meal in a lively, welcoming setting.

Large group lunch at Gilligan's. I want to be kind to them, but I want to be honest. Like typical…read morelarge groups, they assigned us two waitstaff for the day. They tried to meet all of our needs, bring around water, get things to the table at the right time. I can appreciate that. * Minor foible: Each table's food came out unevenly. 6 out of the 8 at our table got fed first. With the next batch, they started giving food to the next table before finishing ours. So the atmosphere was nice, the service was decent, but sadly the food was underwhelming. For this price point I was hoping to get more food on my plate - my lunch was gone within 5 bites and each bite cost multiple dollars. Icing on the cake: Automatic gratuity was 20% instead of the typical 18%. Just for being able to host us and meet our needs, I will round up to 3 stars, but I recommend you drive deeper into Harrisburg for more food at a better value.

Loved this place. Stumbled upon it accidentally and glad we did. Tastefully decorated and on the…read moresmaller side. Sat at the bar since we didn't have reservations, although there seemed to be several open tables on a Saturday night. Our bar tender Raydon was awesome. He was very attentive and engaging. The food was very artfully presented and absolutely delicious. We had the deviled egg appetizer, side salad , salmon and the chicken Mediterranean bowl. All were absolutely delicious! Will definitely return when we are in the area.

I live pretty close to this spot and have enjoyed the service and food at Beerded Goat, so we…read moredecided to check out Benaiah's. First of all, the restaurant is gorgeous and has a bar area set aside as well that makes it a very accessible restaurant. We went during happy hour and our waitress, Heather, knocked it out of the park! So polite, funny, friendly, and attentive. She made it a great experience! We enjoyed the happy hour menu of elote potatoes and $4 drafts! For our main meal, I had the half order of the crab pappardelle and my husband had the half order of the chicken pot pie pasta, we were both floored with the taste and helping, definitely treat yourself! We ended up paying $80 for our drinks, apps, and meals which we thought was a steal! Quality: 4.5/5 Customer service: 5/5 Cost for value: 4.5/5

Fun, friendly place with a full menu of pub fare. Delicious chicken (hot) sandwich and perogi…read moreappetizer. Housed in a rustic setting. A definite for anyone headed to Hershey Park.

Rising Sun Bar & Kitchen is a little hard for me to rate because, honestly, we never really got to…read moreexperience it. The place has a very casual, come-as-you-are bar-and-kitchen vibe, which fits the area well. Nothing felt overly polished or fancy, and that is not a criticism. It seemed like the kind of local spot where people can just show up, relax, and get a solid meal. The problem was the service on this visit. We showed up right around the breakfast-to-lunch transition and thought we had made it in time for breakfast, but apparently not. We got seated pretty quickly, which made it seem like things were moving along, but then we sat there for about 20 minutes with water glasses and no water, and really no meaningful attention at all. By the time someone finally came over with the water, we were already done and decided to head somewhere else down the street. It was also getting fairly loud while we were sitting there, and the staff seemed tired or stretched thin, so I would not be surprised if we caught the place at a bad moment, maybe during a shift change or just an awkward transition between breakfast and lunch. The restaurant was busy, which usually says something good, and the food we saw going to other tables looked pretty solid. That is why I landed on 3 out of 5. This was not a bad experience in the usual sense. It was more of a non-experience. We never got far enough to judge the food, and I do not think it would be fair to hammer the place over one oddly timed visit. But sitting that long without even getting water was enough for us to leave.

Holy crap. I had not been in this location since it was the Alpine Inn and wow...times have changed…read morefor the better. Horn Pub features a big bar and equally large dining areas. My companion and I didn't sample the menu, but everyone around us was eating and clearly enjoying their meals and the dining spaces were FULL on an early Friday evening. To ne, that speaks volumes. For what appears to be a "divey" bar from the outside, Horn has a pretty solid list of drafts, cans, and bottles. My companion is a wine drinker but found a pinot grigio that suited her. Service was fast and friendly at the bar, and tge crowd (definitely local and regular) was also super friendly. Give Horn Pub a try! It's a.great reminder of what a good local spot can be.

Best pickle martini around! So good. They have really good wings with a ton of sauce options! The…read moreburgers are fantastic as well, unique combos, I love the pb-&j bacon burger.

My last visit here at Carley's was during late summer for al fresco dining. Today, a lovely, quiet…read morelate dining experience at Carley's on a Wednesday evening with the piano bar singer. The bartender made me a Hugo Spritz, Prosecco with St. Germain, since he mentioned the Prosecco was on the dry side. The Carley's House Salad with warm grilled chicken was a perfect light fare selection. I didn't feel guilty eating some of the Cannoli Trifle for dessert.

Went here for Anniversary. The first we noticed walking in was the smell. The place has a stink…read more Wife said it was old bar smell of stale cigarettes where the walls and carpets still hold the smell. To me, it had a hint of urine and damp rot smell; reminded me of cheap motel rooms. The next thing I noticed was that the place was nearly empty - at 6 on a Saturday evening. From the website we were expecting (hoping for) a classic Italian "rat pack" lounge vibe. The piano guy was playing Michael Jackson, Daft Punk, type stuff. The menu was similar situation. The food was average as was the service. The place just around the corner has nearly the exact same menu without the stink (same owner/workers between the two). We went there for dessert. Much nicer.

Service was a little slow but it was a concert night (it just seemed understaffed)…read more but our server was friendly and very kind. They boast whiskeys from around the world and my friend ordered a unique cocktail - Bananas Foster Old Fashioned. The bar food was really good- the wings were my fave- fried but not breaded. The pretzel was so filling - meats and cheeses - like a charcuterie board. It was a great first and last stop to our concert night! It closes at midnight- wish it would stay open until 1 on concert nights.

We stopped at the Iberian Lounge shortly after checking in to unwind before settling into our room…read more- at least that's what I told my friend since I needed to stall her while her bachelorette party festivities were being set up. I thought this was an ideal spot, so off we went. Iberian Lounge is located on the second floor of the hotel, off the fountain lobby across from Trevi 5. The space is kinda large for a lounge - they have a mixture of tables with soft furniture, a couple of couches, and stools at the bar. The decor has a somewhat Spanish theme (hence the name), and it matches the former hotel lobby it sits off of. In addition to the obligatory drinks, the lounge also serves food. We were gonna eat later, though, so we opted to just have the former. I was in Hershey so I wanted to try one of their signature drinks so I went with their Hershey's Kiss Signature Martini. This kinda blew my mind if I'm being honest - the drink was clear like a martini but it tasted so much like a Hershey's Kiss - my mind couldn't comprehend this as i consumed the delicious sips. Service was great, everyone was friendly and our drinks came out promptly. Overall, I had a great experience at Iberian Lounge - the drinks were fun, and the atmosphere was comfortable. This is an ideal place to chill while at Hotel Hershey.

Gilligan's Too Bar and Grill on Route 22 is on my short list of places in Harrisburg to get a great…read moremeal and cocktails, thanks to their consistently great service and menu selections. Gilligan's offers a casual atmosphere with great staff After a long day, on move-out day at the PSU main campus. Gilligan's was perfect for relaxing and enjoying a lobster roll with a glass of wine when getting back to Harrisburg.

Amazing service and nice ambiance. Wonderful food. I'm so glad our friends recommended it. We love…read moreseafood and everything we got was delicious. I wanted to try most of the food on the menu. Wish we lived closer.