Places to Eat and Shop

Broad Street Market
N. Third and Verbeke Streets
Phone: 717-236-7923

The Broad Street Market is the oldest continuously operated market house in the U.S. Built in 1860 during the Civil War, it features ethnic-cuisine, fresh produce, meats and poultry by local farmers and the Pennsylvania Dutch. It is situated at the head of Verbeke Street and the two-building complex is a community focal point.

Da’ Pits Chicago Grill
2101 N. 2 nd St.
Phone: 717-233-7487
www.dapits.com

Love to eat, but don’t have a lot of time? Whether you’re on the run or can take some time out of your busy schedule, Da’ Pits Chicago Grill is the place to go. Located on North 2 nd Street, Da’ Pits features barbeque ribs and much more. It’s the “taste of Chicago.”

Neato Burrito
209 N. 2 nd St.
Phone: 717-232-7467
www.neatoburrito.com

Neato Burrito is making it easy to make a burrito! Simply walk down the line and choose from: seven gourmet tortillas, Spanish, BBQ or Brown Rice, Black or Refried Beans, Chicken, Cajun Chicken, or Buffalo, Three fresh salsas, fat free or regular sour cream, freshly made guacamole and freshly cut veggies! What more could you ask for at a burrito joint?

Parev
215 Pine St.
Phone: 717-290-1800

An oasis in the desert. If you’re looking for casual, up-scale dining, then Parev’s is the place to check out. The menu is French-inspired and everything is made from scratch. Not only that, but the menu changes almost completely every six weeks. Open six nights a week for dinner Monday-Saturday only, we suggest you call and make a reservation.

Passage to India
525 S. Front St.
Phone: 717-233-1202
www.eatingpa.com/passage.html

With authentic Indian décor adorning the walls of Passage to India, you’ll feel like you’ve traveled the globe when you step foot inside this restaurant. Overlook the Susquehanna River as you dine on Indian cuisine. Even enjoy Harrisburg’s most unique 10-course lunch buffet!

Strawberry Square
Fourth and Market St.
www.strawberrysquare.com

If you’re looking for places to shop, eat and enjoy entertainment, then this is the place to be. Home of the Popcorn Hat Players, Shakespeare Theatre, Central Penn Youth Ballet, Fitness Firm and Temple University-Harrisburg, it’s not just about shopping.

The Spot
100 N. 2 nd St.
Phone: 717-234-5271
www.harrisburglunch.com/thespot/default.cfm

Love great food for a low price? Try the Spot. Open 6AM-3AM Monday-Saturday and 8AM-10PM on Sundays, you’re sure to find something to your liking here- no matter what time of day it is!

What If…Café
3424 N. Sixth Street
Harrisburg, PA 17070
717-238-1155

If you’re looking for a dining experience that is sure not to let you down, then try the What If…Café! To check out a review of the café, click here: http://www.modeweekly.com/1998/0598/AMOT-WhatIf0598.htm

Hershey Pantry
801 E. Chocolate Avenue
Hershey, PA 17003
717-533-7505

There’s tons of places to pick from when it comes to dining in the Hershey region, but here’s one of our suggestions: The Hershey Pantry. Known for its upscale family dining atmosphere, this is a must hit. Check out http://www.visithhc.com/mem-dinehersh.shtml for more dining options.

Circular Dining Room
717-534-8800
http://www.hersheypa.com/dining/cdr.html

Need to get a break from the kids? Elegance and classical cuisine combine at Hershey’s Circular Dining Room. For a relaxing and romantic evening, check out the website above.

Brian Kents
934 East Chocolate Avenue
Hershey, PA 17033
717-533-3529
www.briankents.com

At Brian Kent’s, each menu item is made from scratch. What more could you ask for? From fresh-baked bread to desserts and sorbets, everything is made directly on the premises.

 

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