This Tiny Restaurant In Pennsylvania Always Has A Line Out The Door, And There's A Reason Why
By Beth Price-Williams|Published January 17, 2023
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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.
Beloved neighborhood restaurants that have been around for generations usually share a few common traits – delicious, homemade food; a welcoming ambiance, and friendly service. When you walk through the front door, you feel right at home – and that’s how you’re greeted, too. Slip into one of the booths; pull up a chair at one of the tables, or grab a seat at the counter at this tiny restaurant in Pennsylvania for a good, old-fashioned homemade meal.
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Don’t be too surprised to find a wait when you arrive at Lenzi’s Restaurant in Monongahela. Its small size and delicious menu make this tiny Pennsylvania restaurant a popular spot for locals and those passing through.
Whether you score a seat at one of the booths or tables or at the counter, you’re in for a delightful culinary experience that includes some of the best homemade food in the area.
Diners rave about just about everything this tiny Pennsylvania restaurant has to offer, but most agree on one thing. The portions are so big that you’re likely going to take a least some of your meal home.
Deciding to eat at Lenzi’s Restaurant is easy; grabbing a seat without a wait might be a bit more difficult, but honing in on what to order? Well, you’re in for quite the challenge. How about starting with provolone sticks or zucchini planks for an appetizer?
If it’s Italian you’re craving, you’ve come to the right place. Lenzi’s dishes up such classics – and in huge portions – as a variety of ravioli (lobster and cheese are a few), spaghetti, and eggplant parmesan.
Don’t worry if you’re not in an Italian food kind of mood. Dig into such delicious dishes as chicken tenders, liver and onions, or jumbo butterfly shrimp.
Have you been to this tiny restaurant in Pennsylvania? Share your experience in the comments! Uncover more hidden gems when you visit this unassuming town in Pennsylvania that’s perfect for a weekend getaway.
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