The great amusement park architects of the world, the men and women who have paved our planet with…read morescream machines and loop-the-loops, tend to see food as a necessary evil. A means of keeping the customers alive just long enough to extract their last dollar before they collapse from either exhilaration or dehydration. And so, in most places, you get the standard issue amusement park fare: a limp hamburger at the price of a used bicycle, a pretzel harder than the pavement beneath it, a soda that costs more than your father's first car. But not at Knoebels. At Knoebels, they believe food is part of the show, an act unto itself. So much so that they have won multiple Golden Ticket Awards for Best Amusement Park Food in the Nation, which is the closest thing we have to a Nobel Prize for deep-fried brilliance. (Yes, Dollywood is in the conversation, but Dollywood is playing catch-up, while Knoebels is out there setting the pace.) Here, you can have a full sit-down meal at The Oasis, where the air is thick with the scent of home-cooked comfort. You can grab an ice cream (sort serve or hand scooped) that, defying all odds, is better than 90% of what you'd find outside th park gates. You can walk up to a stand and, depending on your mood, leave with perogies, pulled pork, fresh-cut fries, or a funnel cake so perfectly crisp and golden that you will wonder if it was fried by angels. And unlike every other amusement park that keeps the menu unchanged since the days of the Industrial Revolution, Knoebels is always tinkering, always innovating, always adding something new, because they know that the best way to keep winning is to never stop trying. And here's the kicker: Knoebels doesn't have to do any of this. They could serve overpriced slop and force you to buy it, like most every other park does. But they don't. Instead, they do something radical. They let you bring in your own food, encourage it even. They even provide free picnic areas. It's an act of either extreme confidence or benevolent madness. But here's what happens: people eat the Knoebels food anyway. Because it is that good. So if you ever find yourself in Elysburg, PA, and you hear the distant clatter of a wooden roller coaster, follow it. Eat a meal that doesn't taste like an obligation. Eat a meal that was made for joy. Eat at Knoebels. And then, for the love of all that is holy, go ride the Phoenix.

The food is always good and the service is also good. They have a large menu . I always like going…read morethere.

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!

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!

PROS: nice food, good prices, loads of tables, spacious, clean bathrooms, waitress Alaina was very…read morefriendly and helpful. Food came out fast too CONS: there was a twenty minute wait despite twenty percent of the tables inside being empty OVERALL: as long as you don't mind waiting, i recommend going to eat here

Well exceeded expectations for an amusement park restaurant. I even worked up the courage to order…read morea shrimp bisque--it was good! Everything you'd hope to find in a kid-friendly lunch place and then some. Service was pretty good, too. And the prices are beyond bargain for 2025. It's also kind of the only game in town for a sit down meal since so many people barbecue or bag their own lunch. No booze but this is a rural PA amusement park, what do you expect?

Great food, long wait but was worth it. The little area had some nice signage. Worth itread more

Avoid this dump. Is…read morethere anything worse than a shitty fast food place that can't even keep their posted hours? Show up at 6:35. Website and the POSTED hours say they're open til 7 PM. Dude behind the counter says they close at 6:30. While standing behind the sign that says open 11AM to 7PM. Hope the owners don't care about making a dime. Fuck this place.

Our group of 14 for a funeral repast was easily accommodated. We were all happy with our orders. We…read morewill be happy to return when we are back in the area.

When I'm in Elysburg for work, I like to go to Masser's. Unfortunately, the dining room is closed…read moreMonday's and Tuesdays but the takeout side is open with a limited menu. Great home cooked meals. I had Shick with stuffing and pickled cabbage. They have lots of "odd" sides that many people might not recognize like hot bacon lettuce, Harvard beets, pickled cabbage and many others. I love it reminds me of Sunday dinner at my grandparents. Plenty of parking.

Decided to road trip up to coal country to try this mythical burger we heard of, and it was all we…read morewanted and more. Everything came right out of the kitchen hot and fresh. Yes the screamer sauce is spicy but it is really tasty, and the fluff chills it out in a very harmonious way. The burger itself is a juicy double patty. The fries reminded us of high school football games and the pierogies were fun with extra toppings. If you learn of the Screamer it is then your destiny to pilgrimage to Girardville and dine on them. Pay your respects to Josie and the amazing family legacy that lives on. We have to go back to try a Growler. Things we learned that we wish we knew before visiting. 1. Seems like the most up to date info on the restaurant can be found on a public Facebook Group called "I Love Tony's Screamers". There is currently no phone. 2. *Right Now* their hours are Thur & Fri 6pm to sell out. 3. You enter the door with the ramp, not actually next to their sign 4. You take a plastic number when you walk in, to get in line for your order. They call your number out to come give your order. 5. Everyone there was super nice and the waitress had no problem answering anyones questions or explaining their menu items. You can order your food however you want it 6. You pay after and its **CASH ONLY**

Been coming here since I was a kid food is always great fresh cut, french fries, growler hotdogs…read morewith their special chili sauce, and the fluff burgers with chili are amazing. This is one of those places that nobody talks about that is a kept secret in Schuylkill county. The people that know this restaurant won't really tell you about it because it's a secret locals only, but I'm telling you if you happen to be, passing by Girardville and it's 730 at night. Stop in and say hi you won't regret it.

The food here was great, the service was excellent and the restaurant itself was cozy and friendly!…read moreOur waitress was attentive and we really enjoyed our meal.

What a gem hidden in the hills! Wide array of food and all of it good. Highly recommend the roast…read morebeef! Service was spotty but good.

Once again, THANK U FELLOW YELPERS! In the area for work…read more(from Providence, RI) so very surprised to find this outstanding establishment. Beer, whiskey menu is absolutely amazing service was amazing and sirloin tips were great. Piping hot on skillet. Who woulda known... in the small town of Minersville.... just great. Nice way to finish the 425 mile work ride. Bartender Joe hustled - with a . Glad I was able to experience this place and support it!

Really good food. I was pleasantly surprised. Shrimp was REALLY NICE - ribs were falling off the…read morebone. I'm pretty sure there's a lot more goodness in this place. Come and find out.