 From family-owned diners with big portions and even bigger menus to a local hotspot with outdoor dining overlooking an active airport runway, there’s an option for everyone exploring PA’s Elk Country. If you’re looking for the best places to eat in Benezette and the surrounding towns, you have plenty of options. Check out our list of these 11 restaurants located within 40 minutes of the Elk Country Visitor Center. Please note, many of these restaurants, as well as other businesses in Benezette, have seasonal hours. While we mention each restaurants’ hours, it’s always a good idea to call ahead to make sure they’re open before making the drive.  Image courtesy of VisitPAGO.com The Old Bull Cafe - Benezette, PA 4 Minutes from Elk Country Visitor Center Located in a renovated 19th-century church, the Old Bull Cafe is a popular hangout since opening in 2013. Enjoy your breakfast, lunch, light dinner, or ice cream on their outdoor picnic tables, or sample some of the area’s local wines. If you’re lucky enough to be there on a brisk fall evening, snuggle up by the campfire blazing in their yard. You may even catch sight of some of the elk! The Old Bull Cafe is open from 7 am to 8 pm and offers free WiFi. For more information, visit their Facebook page. The Old Bull Cafe Reviews Google: 4.0 TripAdvisor: 4.0 Yelp: 4.0  Image courtesy of VisitPAGO.com Benezette Hotel & Restaurant - Benezette, PA 4 Minutes from Elk Country Visitor Center Stop in at this family-friendly restaurant and bar to enjoy lunch or dinner late into the night. Watch some sports or news on the bar’s TVs, or sit back at a table for some great conversation as you enjoy their specialty - smoked meat. The restaurant opens each day at 11 am and closes at 12 am, making it a popular place to grab a bite to eat or a drink later in the night. For more information, including their menu, visit their website. Benezette Hotel & Restaurant Reviews Google: 4.4 TripAdvisor: 4.0 Yelp: 4.0  Image courtesy of Benezette Store and Restaurant's Facebook Benezette Store and Restaurant - Benezette, PA 5 Minutes from Elk Country Visitor Center This location is great for a quick one-stop shop. You can grab a bite at the no-fuss diner (which has a well-reviewed breakfast). It’s also one of the closet options for groceries and other conveniences, so you can stock up on everything you’ll need. You can even fill up your car with gas! They’re open from 7 am to 7 pm all week, and also have free WiFi. For more information, visit their Facebook page. Benezette Store & Restaurant Reviews Google: 4.1 TripAdvisor: 3.0 Yelp: 3.0  Image courtesy of gwilt33 via flickr.com Elk View Diner- Benezette, PA 6 Minutes from Elk Country Visitor Center This small diner and gift shop is conveniently located between two popular viewing areas - Winslow Hill and Dents Run. Noted for their fair prices and great ice cream, you can enjoy a quick bite while sitting on their large outdoor porch - and you may just catch sight of some elk! Elk View Diner Reviews Google: 4.4 TripAdvisor: 4.0  Image courtesy of VisitPAGO.com Medix Hotel - Medix Run, PA 9 Minutes from Elk Country Visitor Center This hotel, located in a late 19th-century historic building, serves up lunches and dinners to locals and visitors alike in a comfortable and casual atmosphere. If the weather is nice, enjoy the local scenery while eating on their outdoor deck. For more information, visit their Facebook page. Medix Hotel Reviews Google: 3.9 TripAdvisor: 3.0 Yelp: 3.0  Image courtesy of Weedville Hotel Bar and Grill's Facebook Weedville Hotel Bar and Grill - Weedville, PA 17 Minutes from Elk Country Visitor Center Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day but Sunday, this hotel has a full-service restaurant with a wide variety of dining options. The bar and grill is open until 12 am every day except Sunday, making it a great option for late nights. For more information, visit their Facebook page. Weedville Hotel Bar and Grill Reviews Google: 4.5 TripAdvisor: 4.0  Image courtesy of The Big Trout Restaurant and Tavern Big Trout Restaurant and Tavern - Weedville, PA 19 Minutes from Elk Country Visitor Center With a large menu featuring American casual dining classics, this restaurant specializes in seafood. They also have a full-sized tavern separate from the restaurant. Their menu is supplemented with daily specials on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Big Trout Restaurant and Tavern is open from 3 pm to 8 pm on Wednesday and Thursday, from 11 am to 8 pm on Friday and Saturday, and 11 am to 6 pm on Sunday. They are closed on Monday and Tuesday. For more information, visit their website. Big Trout Restaurant and Tavern Reviews Google: 4.3 TripAdvisor: 4.0 Yelp: 3.5  Image courtesy of Edward V. via Yelp.com Rose’s Hilltop Diner - Weedville, PA 23 Minutes from Elk Country Visitor Center If you’re looking for one of those diners that’s loved by the locals and has a huge menu, this is the place. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, this local hotspot offers a five-page menu, daily specials, and homemade pie. Though it’s not a big space, it is recognized for its cozy atmosphere and cleanliness. Rose’s Hilltop Diner is open from 6 am to 8 pm Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. They’re open from 6 am to 2 pm on Saturday, and 7:30 am to 1 pm on Sunday. They’re closed on Tuesday. For more information about Rose’s, including their menu, visit their Facebook page. Rose’s Hilltop Diner Reviews Google: 4.7 TripAdvisor: 4.5 Yelp: 4.0  Image courtesy of VisitPAGO.com Driftwood Saloon and Grill - Driftwood, PA 27 Minutes from Elk Country Visitor Center This family-friendly spot offers wings, burgers, subs, pizzas, salads, and a variety of entrees. Catch the game or some news on the TVs. You can’t miss the big elk statue out front! Driftwood is another option for late-night dining, open from 12 pm to 12 am Thursday through Saturday. However, on Sunday through Wednesday, they close at 10 pm. For more information, visit their Facebook page. Driftwood Saloon and Grill Reviews Google: 4.5 TripAdvisor: 4.0 Yelp: 4.0  Image courtesy of Bobby K. via Yelp.com Marienstadt Public House - St. Marys, PA 36 Minutes from Elk Country Visitor Center If you’re looking for fresh, homemade food and a great selection of local craft beer, Marienstadt Public House is a good option for you. This family-friendly spot draws its inspiration from St. Mary’s German roots, offering ten craft brews on tap from local breweries as well as a variety of locally sourced food. They’re open Wednesday through Saturday from 10 am to 10 pm. For a menu and more information on the restaurant, check out their website . Marienstadt Public House Reviews Google: 4.7 TripAdvisor: 4.5 Yelp: 4.5  Image courtesy of Corl-Grove via TripAdvisor.com West Wind Restaurant - St. Marys, PA 39 Minutes from Elk Country Visitor Center This well-reviewed spot has two things people rave about: the food and their location. Offering a wide variety of American cuisine and casual dining staples, this restaurant and bar is located next to the St. Marys airport. Their outside seating deck overlooks the runway, meaning you’ll get dinner and a show! West Wind Restaurant is open from 11 am to 9 pm Tuesday through Saturday. They’re open from 8 am to 9 pm on Sunday, and are closed Monday. For more information, visit their Facebook page. The West Wind Restaurant Reviews Google: 4.5 TripAdvisor: 4.0 Yelp: 4.0  Ready for your fresh elk burger, hand-dipped ice cream, or local beer? Plan your stay in Pennsylvania’s Elk Country.
*Google, TripAdvisor, and Yelp ratings were retrieved in September 2019. |