The Oldest Restaurant In Pennsylvania's Historic Gettysburg Is A Culinary Masterpiece
By Beth Price-Williams|Published July 16, 2022
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
Gettysburg has rightfully earned recognition as one of the most – if not the most – historic towns in the state. It’s also one of the most haunted towns in the United States. Whether you’re visiting for the day or for an extended period, make it a point to visit Dobbin House Tavern, the oldest restaurant in Gettysburg.
History whispers from every corner of the Dobbin House Tavern, a historic Pennsylvania restaurant in a building that dates back to 1776.
Costumed servers will greet you as you relax at your table that's illuminated by a glowing candle. While you'll definitely want to experience the ambiance of the historic restaurant, you can also order takeout.
You'll definitely want to make sure you're good and hungry when you visit so you can order one of the complete suppers. Suppers come with freshly made colonial bread, a baked or sweet potato, and a house salad.
Vegetarians can dig into the Vegetable Isabella, a delicious dish of broccoli, mushrooms, cauliflower, green peppers, and tomatoes in a wine sauce atop a helping of pasta.
You'll probably be absolutely stuffed, but make sure to save a bit of room for a housemade dessert. You just have to choose from such decadent favorites as homemade pecan pie, apple pie, and cheesecake.
Have you been to the oldest restaurant in Gettysburg? What did you think? Share your experience in the comments! Next time you’re up for an extended adventure, follow the ultimate hidden gems in Pennsylvania road trip.
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