7 Rural Restaurants That Are So Worth The Drive From Pittsburgh
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Beth Price-Williams
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Eating out in and around Pittsburgh pretty much means never getting bored. After all, Western Pennsylvania boasts so many unique restaurants that serve delicious food that we could probably dine out every day and still not experience them all. When you’ve got some free time and are in the mood for a leisurely drive, set the GPS for one or more of these seven rural restaurants near Pittsburgh.
Bring your own beer to the charming Clifford's Restaurant. You'll feel right at home when you arrive at this family-owned restaurant that features a seasonal menu made from fresh, local ingredients. Choose from such delicious entrees as the chicken Romano, the filet mignon, or the fresh grilled seafood of the day. Cap off your meal with a scrumptious dessert (desserts vary daily).
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Pull up a chair at the quaint Country Junction Restaurant, tucked in the tiny town of Smicksburg. The homestyle restaurant offers a full menu of classic dishes, including pulled pork and roast beef. You can also choose from such daily specials as turkey and stuffing on Tuesdays and beer-battered fish on Fridays.
Stroll back in time to the days when old-fashioned diners sat on every street corner. Dean's Diner, in Blairsville, promises a traditional homemade diner meal. Choose from such delightful dishes as the homemade meatloaf, deep fried chicken, or pork chops. Don't forget to try a slice of fresh, homemade pie for dessert. (Dean's Diner is, after all, known for its homemade pie.)
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Treat yourself to mountain top cooking when you visit Braddock's Inn, a charming restaurant in Farmington. The restaurant boasts an impressive menu of breakfast, lunch, and dinner dishes. If you're stopping by for dinner, try such entrees as mountain meatloaf, liver and onions, or fried chicken.
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Dine among the trees at the enchanting Tree Tops Restaurant in Acme. Surrounded by the beauty of nature, Tree Tops Restaurant offers a seasonal menu made with fresh ingredients. Depending on when you visit, you may be able to choose from filet mignon, salmon, or vegetable gnocchi. (Tree Tops Restaurant caters to carnivores, vegetarians, and vegans.)
Bring a hearty appetite with you when you visit Brown's Country Kitchen in Portersville. Not far from Moraine State Park and McConnells Mill State Park, the classic restaurant serves an assortment of comfort foods. Dig into the homemade meatloaf, the country-style pot roast, or the spaghetti and meatballs, for example.
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Hugging the Allegheny River in Foxburg, The Allegheny Grille offers breathtaking views of the river and the surrounding foliage. Stop by for Sunday Brunch, or dig into a delicious dinner. Popular entrees include seafood mac and cheese, pork chops, and chicken and biscuits.
What are your favorite rural restaurants near Pittsburgh? Join the conversation in the comments! Ready for new culinary experiences? You might want to try these eight best famous restaurants in the Burgh. Click here to read more.
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Featured Addresses
514 Upper Harmony Rd, Evans City, PA 16033, USA
81 Eileen Dr, Smicksburg, PA 16256, USA
Blairsville, PA 15717, USA
3261 National Pike, Farmington, PA 15437, USA
Tree Tops Restaurant, 187 Evergreen Ln, Acme, PA 15610, USA
Brown's Country Kitchen, 1149 W Portersville Rd, Portersville, PA 16051, USA
40 Main St, Foxburg, PA 16036, USA