Iconic Hot Dog Diner In Gettysburg, Pennsylvania: Ernie's

A good, old-fashioned hot dog just hits the spot sometimes. Pair it with a side of fries, and it’s pure perfection. But what makes a hot dog even better? When it’s a Texas wiener from Ernie’s Texas Lunch, a Gettysburg, Pennsylvania diner that’s been slinging dogs and dishing up delicious food for more than a century.

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Gettysburg Pennsylvania diner — You know you're in for a good meal when you pull up a chair or slip into a booth in a diner that's been going strong since 1921.

Time has seemingly stood still at Ernie's Texas Lunch, an adorable Gettysburg restaurant that's sported the same layout since it opened decades ago.

It all began when Ernie, who came to America from Greece, started Texas Hot Weenies, a lunch counter that sold that signature sandwich - the Texas hot wiener.

When you come to Ernie's Texas Lunch, you know you're getting the same service and the same delicious food as has been served for more than 100 years. But, if it's your first time, make sure you get to know this adorable lunch counter by ordering the Texas wiener.

The Texas wiener comes topped with chopped onions, mustard, and the diner's special chili sauce. They're so addictive you might want to order two.

But what if you're not craving a Texas wiener? How about sinking your teeth into a taco burger, piled high with cheese, lettuce, tomato, chili, and hot sauce?

Ernie's Texas Lunch serves a variety of sandwiches, homemade soups, and dinners, so you have plenty from which to choose. From a hot beef sandwich to the patty melt, the diner has something for everyone.

A Texas wiener, or any meal, wouldn't be complete without a scrumptious side or two. Fries and onion rings are tasty choices. Top your fries with cheese, gravy, or chili.

View days, hours, and a menu on the official website of Ernie's Texas Lunch. Or, stop by the Facebook page of this hot dog diner in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

Have you been to Ernie’s Texas Lunch, a Gettysburg, Pennsylvania diner? Did you try the Texas wiener? We’d love to hear all about your visit in the comments! A meal in Gettysburg simply not enough? Check into this Civil War cabin, a charming Vrbo in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

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Ernie's Texas Lunch, 58 Chambersburg St, Gettysburg, PA 17325, USA

This Iconic Pennsylvania Hot Dog Diner Is Part Of State History And Still Slinging Texas Wieners

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