Tables and chairs decorate the sidewalks of Gettysburg during the summer months, inviting guests to grab a bite and enjoy the fresh air.
But it’s not just the weather that’s ideal for a spot outside. The views of people passing by and the picturesque quaint spots for shopping add to the experience.
These 5 Gettysburg restaurants offer outside dining to satisfy your need for sunshine and cuisine:
Tommy’s Pizza
Take a seat at one of Tommy’s outside tables and enjoy a brewed beer while you wait for your pizza (or sub) to be cooked to perfection.
Round, black tables line the side of the building, situated right on the sidewalk of Steinwehr Avenue. A small red awning covers a bit of the sky to shield those who want to sit out of the sun, but it doesn’t hinder people-watching on one of the most popular streets in Gettysburg.
Tommy’s Pizza offers a variety of pies to fit your taste buds: veggie, Greek and Buffalo chicken are just a few of its specialty pizzas. If you’re not in the mood for a pie, try a sub sandwich or a salad with a side of mozzarella sticks, wings or fries. 105 Steinwehr Ave., (717) 334-4721 or (717) 334-8966
Sidney Willoughby Run
You may miss this hidden gem while driving down Chambersburg Road, as it’s tucked down a long driveway and nestled beyond the trees. But when you arrive, you’ll understand why it’s so special. Guests looking for a serene dining experience should look no further.
Chairs and tables line Sidney’s outside patio surrounded by a garden of tall plants and brightly colored flowers. The patio overlooks a vast green scenery, and people can watch the line of trees bend with the wind in the distance.
Enjoy fine dining and splurge on a platter of oysters, artisanal cheeses or a New York strip steak with truffle crushed potato. 730 Chambersburg Rd., (717) 334-3774
Hunt’s Battlefield Fries & Café
If you’re looking for a more casual setting, Hunt’s is just the place.
Red- and white-striped umbrellas don the restaurant’s outside tables to comfort its customers on hot summer days. Located down from Tommy’s Pizza on Steinwehr Avenue, Hunt’s Battlefield Fries & Café is right in the heart of Gettysburg. While customers enjoy a plate of hot cheese fries with a burger, a hot dog or a sandwich, they can be sure they won’t miss out on any of the sights.
The outside tables are directly on the sidewalk, so you can feel like you’re still in the hustle and bustle of the borough. The popular Gettysburg Ghost Tours is right next door, drawing in many visitors from around the country. You never know who you’ll meet at Hunt’s Battlefield Fries & Café. 61 Steinwehr Ave., (717) 334-4787
Kaitlyn’s Café on the Square
For a lighter dining option, try Kaitlyn’s Café located right on the Gettysburg square.
An assortment of muffins, cakes and cookies are available to satisfy your sweet tooth while you sit outside above the cobblestone ground.
Enjoy the historic views of the David Wills House and the Gettysburg Hotel while you watch the American flag fly in the wind in the center of the square.
If you’re in the mood for something more than a light snack, Kaitlyn’s Café offers bistro sandwiches, breakfast specialties and artisan flatbread pizzas. And if you need a burst of energy, try its espresso. 1 Baltimore St., (717) 339-0009
Farnsworth House Inn
A true garden oasis, the Farnsworth House Inn is a beautiful spot for outdoor dining.
Nature greets you as soon as you enter the gates. A koi pond sits to your left, built around rocks and featuring a peaceful little waterfall.
The cobblestone patio allows for plenty of outdoor seating, some covered by umbrellas and the rest by an awning-type roof to protect people from the rain. Trees nestle you into the dining area and a water run is found further into the oasis, providing calming sounds while you enjoy a hearty entree.
Try the Farnsworth’s Pennsylvania Dutch chicken pot pie, made with thick noodles, potatoes and fresh chicken topped with a golden, flaky crust, or dig into applewood smoked ham, lightly smoked and glazed with a special cranberry orange chutney.
Once you’re finished with your meal, you can cross a small bridge to the beer garden. Take a seat in antique-style chairs, relax and people watch. 401 Baltimore St., (717) 334-8838
- Photos: Davin Jurgensen
