Rainy day! The carhops earned their keep today for sure. Despite the weather, it was quite busy…read more We got the pork bbq sandwich, double cheeseburger, fries, and slaw. All was exactly as we had hoped. Very good. Would definitely repeat if I lived here. Be aware if you are on the road needing to turn left you will need to continue over the bridge across the river (Halifax exit) and return. It's worth the reroute.

Such a fun vibe. We got milkshakes and they are so cheap. Service was super quick too. You pull in,…read morea server comes out to your car immediately to bring a menu. Then you put your four ways on when you're ready to order and they come right back out to take your order. The milkshakes were ready within like five minutes too!

Joy's Grill & Burger House became a Friday Night Date Night destination during my birthmonth after…read moreI spotted them on social media. I've driven by Joy's a million times and somehow never noticed it before. It's tucked into a busy strip mall and easy to miss if you're not specifically looking for it. Spoiler alert: you should be looking for it. My quest for the evening included both a burger and a chili dog, because they both looked amazing and I wanted the full Joy's experience. My adventure buddy and I arrived around 5pm and I was honestly surprised to see only one other person inside when we walked in. We grabbed a booth by the front door and looked over the menu again to finalize our plan. Since it was our first visit, we decided to order a few things and split them so we could try more. We ordered the loaded chili dog topped with chili, cheese, onions, and mustard ($5.25) and one of the Big Block Burgers -- specifically the Joy's Burger -- which came with grilled onions and mushrooms, lettuce, tomato, LA sauce, Swiss cheese, and fresh cut fries ($12.99). Naturally we added bacon for an extra $0.99 because that felt like the right decision. We also each grabbed a Diet Pepsi (to maintain some illusion of balance) for $2.50 each. Our total came to $25.69 before tip, which felt like a pretty solid deal for a two-person Friday night dinner adventure. The setup at Joy's has a classic old-school diner feel. The grill sits right behind the seating counter so you can watch your food being made, and they mix milkshakes right out front as well. The place is simple and no-frills -- and in my experience, those "keep it simple and do it well" places are often the real heavy hitters. The chili dog came out first, and the first thing I noticed was that this thing was HEAVY. This wasn't your typical skinny hot dog -- it was a full ¼-pound dog absolutely loaded with chili. The flavor reminded me of a Cincinnati-style chili dog and it was really good. The chili was flavorful instead of just decorative, the mustard and onions were balanced perfectly, and the bun did its job without getting in the way. As someone who takes chili dogs very seriously, I have to give Joy's credit for delivering a straightforward, perfectly executed chili dog. Next came the burger and fresh cut fries, and when I say this burger was big, I mean BIG. Two patties tall with all the toppings stacked high. We sliced it in half and immediately dug in. The bacon was perfectly crisp, the mushrooms and Swiss were generous, and the whole thing just tasted like a real, proper burger. Not a chain burger that started life frozen and tastes like it could have been reheated in my microwave at home. This was the kind of burger you picture when you say you're craving a burger. The fries were exactly what you want from fresh-cut fries -- the smaller ones nice and crispy, and the bigger ones crispy on the outside with that soft, fluffy inside. Splitting the chili dog and burger turned out to be the right call. It would have been easy to eat everything solo, but my stomach probably would not have forgiven me later. Our server was super friendly and attentive throughout the visit. While we were there, a few more people came in to eat, but overall it felt relaxed and easy for a Friday evening. Parking is free since Joy's sits in a strip mall, but it can be a little tight because there are several other popular businesses nearby. We were able to find a spot without trouble, but I could see it getting tricky during busier times. If you're looking for solid burgers, legit chili dogs, and an old-school diner vibe, Joy's Grill & Burger House is absolutely worth seeking out -- especially if you're like me and always on the lookout for your next great burger or chili dog adventure.

Sad, tasteless, had the appearance, texture, and, zero flavored patty. Fries were decent, old…read morefashion without all the flour "crap" additive on them. Not bad fore a cheap meal but not filling for wine who's hungry amend definitely not suitable for a "man size" burger. And on the Really sad side about this place is that they have no shame on charging the customers $1.00 for a pickle. Not saying that you're going to get a big pickle, just some pickle slices for the burger, but for an ext4a $1.00. Never going back, will warn others, and generally stay away from businesses that are CHEAP. I mean if they're so broke they need to charge you $1.00 for a few pickle slices then perhaps the actual proteins are cheap and suss. Just saying....

food was AMAZING! service was awesome ambiance was great! 10/10 all around great! If I even end up…read morein Harrisburg again I will definitely be visiting again!

I picked this spot simply because this app told me that Burger Yum had the best burgers in the…read morecity. I had planned on coming into town today for an event in Coronet Park. I'm so glad I did! A 15 minute bike ride, and a 40 minute bus ride got me there.. The young guys that were behind the counter complemented me on My tattoos, and made me feel extremely welcome. I knew exactly what I wanted, despite everything on the menu looking amazing. By the way, I will be back for the hot chicken. But I digress... I got a classic, and added cheese and bacon. I also ordered bacon cheese fries. The atmosphere of the place was so inviting and quaint I knew I had chosen the right place even before my food came. I hadn't eaten since breakfast so I was wildly ready for this meal. But nothing prepared me for what I saw when they called my name when my order was ready... I stuck my fork into the fries first, golden brown and smothered in bacon and cheese. The second my fork broke the surface, clouds of steam rose off, as they were piping hot. The burger, nestled in a half rap of chef's paper, screamed at me the dive into, which I did immediately. A few minutes and a few pictures in, I questioned whether I could finish everything but as you can see from the final photograph it was really never in question. However long I have to wait to come back to this establishment it'll be too long. Go there!

My son treated me to lunch here, after I helped him pick up some furniture he purchased in…read moreGettysburg. It's a small pub that offers excellent burgers, sandwiches and wraps. I had the smokehouse burger. I ordered it medium rare and it was served exactly how I ordered it. It was pink, moist, juicy and not over cooked. The burger was not a frozen or preformed patty. I could see the patty was hand formed. We were sat immediately at a table not far from the kitchen. Each of the dozen or so tables comfortably sits four people each. Our server was friendly, cheerful and attentive. There is a bar in the main dining area serving liquor and beer. In the back of the bar is a pool table and an outdoor patio also with a bar and several tables, offering a great way to eat and relax outside. There are two bathrooms, one inside the restaurant and the other is outside by the patio. The one by the patio is a little cleaner and better maintained. Burger prices are a little on the high side, averaging between $17.00. However, you are getting a superior burger. Street parking can be a bit of a challenge due to the restaurant being located in downtown Gettysburg. Parking is free on Saturdays and Sundays until 1 PM. This is a nice local pub to meet up with friends and family for a casual eating experience I recommend giving this joint a try. The qualitu of the burgers alone make it worth while.

First I'll say that the service here was top notch. We…read morewanted to dine indoors since the weather has been hot and muggy, but, once we entered the dining room , the dampness and a musty smell made us opt for the albeit uncomfortable but still the better option. I should've left and found another option altogether. We both ordered burgers (of course), his a bacon cheeseburger with fries and coleslaw, mine a patty melt on rye bread with Swiss cheese, fries and coleslaw. Both medium rare. Both came out medium well, no coleslaw, one invisible slice of cheese on each burger and white bread instead of rye on my patty melt. The grilled onions actually looked more like onion jam and the trays with black/white checkered paper this is served on looks like it's never seen a sponge or water. No, I can't recommend this place.

I love this place!! It's the go to spot for all US military going away lunches!! Such a special…read morehidden charm right in mechanicsburg! 5 stars eat here all the time!

Big Ray's Burgers & Dogs is a true local gem! You can tell how beloved this place is -- everyone in…read moretown seems to know about their food. It has such a warm, family-oriented vibe, with kids' drawings covering the walls that give it a cozy, homey feel. The staff are friendly and polite, and the whole spot has a great smoky burger-joint smell. The burgers are a really good size -- big, hearty patties cooked just right. I also tried the hot dogs, which were great too. If you're in the mood for quick, no-fuss local burgers, this is the place to go. Highly recommend!

Lucky Penny Burger Company had been on my foodie radar for quite some time. Every time I'd see one…read moreof their burgers pop up on social media, I'd think, "One of these days..." Unfortunately, my adventure schedule and Lucky Penny's event schedule never seemed to cooperate. Until one Friday evening, and Friday nights are well-known as Friday Night Date Night so this seemed like serendipity! I saw that AmeriChoice Federal Credit Union was celebrating America's 250th Anniversary by partnering with Lucky Penny Burger Company for a voucher-only community event. Best of all, you didn't even have to be a credit union member to participate. I swung by an AmeriChoice branch, picked up vouchers for my Adventure Buddy and me and suddenly my long-awaited Lucky Penny adventure was officially on the calendar! On a beautiful Friday evening, we headed to the food truck for our weekly Friday Night Date Night. Even though the event was busy, the Lucky Penny crew couldn't have been friendlier. They took our order, answered a couple of questions and had our food ready surprisingly quickly considering the line. For my meal, I ordered the Lucky Penny Burger, swapping cheddar for the standard American cheese. It came topped with bacon, lettuce, crispy fried onions and their signature Lucky Penny sauce. My Adventure Buddy chose the Copperhead Burger, featuring pepper jack cheese, jalapeño popper spread, lettuce and homemade candied jalapeños. For our sides, we split things up. Regular fries for my Adventure Buddy. Garlic Parmesan Fries for me. And let me just say...that upgrade was the correct life decision! The Lucky Penny Burger was fantastic! Everything worked together beautifully, but the real star was the signature Lucky Penny sauce. It tied the entire burger together without overpowering everything else, and I'd happily order that burger again tomorrow. My Adventure Buddy gave equally enthusiastic reviews of the Copperhead Burger, especially the homemade candied jalapeños, which added just the right balance of sweetness and heat. Then there were the Garlic Parmesan Fries. Garlic butter. Garlic aioli. Parmesan cheese. Parsley. What's not to love? They were crispy, flavorful and disappeared much faster than I'd care to admit! Overall, Lucky Penny Burger Company absolutely lived up to the hype I'd built up in my head over the past couple of years. Great food, friendly people and a smooth operation even during a busy community event. I'll also give a shoutout to AmeriChoice Federal Credit Union for putting together such a fun community event! It's always nice to see local organizations partnering with local small businesses, and this was a fantastic excuse to finally experience a food truck that had been on my must-try list for far too long! Now that my adventure schedule has finally crossed paths with Lucky Penny's once...I'll definitely be keeping an eye on their social media so we can make it happen again.

We were greeted right away and the whole place smelled freshly cleaned. Food came quickly and my…read morekids ate every bite.

These guys hit it out of the park with their burgers! They usually set up at the farmers market in…read moreSelinsgrove on Saturdays and sell out. They are hard workers and make sure they give you the best of the best! Check them out when in town!

Finally got to swing by the guys here at Back 2 Basics for a burger while enjoying the Bloomsburg…read morefair and I was not let down! 2 delicious patties covered in that ez sauce with the pickles and onions.... Damn, I can't remember the last time I've had a burger that good. Blessed to have be able to get out and try one of these burgers and if you ever get a chance to give them a shot I'd highly recommend it!

Hubby had seen a reel and decided we should check it out. We had a 15 min wait on a Sunday…read moreafternoon. Cute place. Fun menu, the Hot honey chicken bites were super tasty. Service was good. The burgers were unique and the homemade buns, delicious. Topped the meal off with a parfait that was way bigger than expected! Would recommend

Step back in time at Harshbargers! Ice cream shop meets home cooking in this retro looking…read morerestaurant! The service was a tad bit slower then you would expect, but that is okay sometimes! Good food takes time and when everything is made to order, that is what is expected! I got the Teriyaki Steak Tips....they were tasty and cooked perfect! My wife got the chicken mashed potato bowl, think of KFC famous bowl, but homemade. Hearty and comforting for sure! We shared fresh cut fries and every meal comes with housemade bread with a side of their onion butter (at least thats what it tasted like). I could've tried about 40 different things off this menu, come hungry, because they feed you and there is dessert after. They make their own ice cream, I got a delicious Chocolate Marshmallow Shake! My wife got a soft serve twist. I want to go back to try their mini personal ice cream cakes! Check it out, right off of 322 towards state college!

I'm absolutely blown away how good this place was. I am a firm believer that the best places are…read morealways hole in wall dive bars and pubs but never in million years would I have expected to have one of the best burgers I've ever had here. The outside of the building is very deceiving for what you get on the inside but you would be missing a great place if you did not give them a try. Bartender was super friendly and drinks he made we excellent. I am from out of town so to add this onto my places I have to revisit when I pass by now is a must.

For a newer established tiki bar in Midtown Harrisburg, the ambience and the employees were…read morewelcoming and super accommodating. One of the co-owners was present, and was graciously attentive. He put me in the best of hands with his employees. Nothin but smiles & reciprocity

High Dive is an interesting mashup. From the name and the first impression inside, it reads as a…read moredark, slightly dingy dive bar, and it fully delivers that vibe. Then you open the menu and realize there is a surprisingly large Hawaiian themed food selection. It is not really a restaurant, though. It feels like a bar first, with a better than expected food program, not the other way around. The bar service was excellent. I ordered a Sazerac, and they served it with the absinthe on the side so you can add it to taste. That is a small detail, but it shows care and attention, and it made for a great drink. Service overall was friendly and prompt. Even though it is clearly a bar, it is also calm enough during certain hours that you could do some work or have a low key meeting. I would not try that during peak drinking hours. I am not sure of the exact hours, but it seems like more of a late day or evening spot than a lunch stop. If you are in the area and want a solid cocktail and a snack, High Dive is an easy pick.