Location: Wilkes-Barre
Top Restaurants in Wilkes-Barre
Top 10 American food in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, United States
Best American restaurants nearby. Discover the best American food in Wilkes-Barre. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for American restaurants near you.. Wilkes-Barre serves as the county seat for Luzerne County, an area containing not one, but four of Pennsylvania's State Parks. Whether its fishing in Frances Slocum State Park, whitewater rafting through Lehigh Gorge State Park, cross-country skiing across Nescopeck State Park, or exploring twenty-two waterfalls at Ricketts Glen State Park, there is something for every outdoors enthusiast. If the indoors is more your thing, the city is also home to the Mohegan Sun Pocono Downs casino.
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10. Franklin's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By Andrew L
We were visiting to watch The Lords of 52nd Street at the F.M. Kirby Centre, conveniently situated just next door. We'd already eaten so it was just drinks (before and after the show). I was drinking the Yards IPA, she was on the Raspberry cocktail. Both went down well, again and again. We were with a group so didn't really speak to any of the customers but they seemed a good bunch, as were the bartenders who looked after us. They smoke in the bar which I don't really like but there were only a few who did and it didn't spoil our enjoyment. We were last to leave at 2am. That says it all really.
9. Cracker Barrel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 196 reviews
Reviewed By rugby007
We've been to lots of CB's all over the US, and this one kept the streak going. Excellent atmosphere, service and food.I went with the lima beans, green beans, hash brown casserole, and the homestyle chicken. Outstanding all the way through. My only complaint is that their sides are way, way too small. They need to at lest double the size of all of the sides.My vegetarian partner asked for a number of sides and other things, and the waitress did a great job of delivering it all just right.Bottom Line: easy, simple food in a great location. CB always delivers.
8. The Anthracite Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 137 reviews
Reviewed By Travelin-Light-PA
I'm glad we had a reservation for five on a Tuesday evening because the place was packed. The Tuesday special is two dinners and an appetizer for only $25. Friendly service, large food selections, big portions, and a great value. Nice craft beer list.
7. TGI Fridays
Overall Ratings
4 based on 320 reviews
In Manhattan in 1965, there was no place where people could go out to meet friends and make new ones in an environment that was at once both relaxed and yet exciting. Then, Alan Stillman opened Fridays as a way, he said, "to meet Pan Am stewardesses." Sud
Reviewed By DaveHom1796
Highly Recommended. We were in town for a business meeting and staying at the Fairfield Marriott next door. Everything that we had was delicious, reasonably priced, with excellent service. This is a busy restaurant. Our Waiter was Joseph, who was friendly, efficient, fast, well organized, and highly knowledgeable.
6. Arena Bar & Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 254 reviews
Reviewed By Mobile416413
We just love this place, the great experience starts when greeted at the front door by friendly smiling people , once seated the great experience continues with prompt service from the also smiling and friendly wait staff to take our drink order from a huge selection of beers and specialty mixed drinks and then it's time to order the appetizers and they are just out of this world with the captain crunch chicken and coconut shrimp being my favorites but after that just when you think it can't get any better comes a huge selection of great dinner and burger choices which takes me a while to decide because everything in this place is always so fresh and tasty that the only problem that we have ever encountered has been deciding what we want but in the end we always know that whatever we order will be served hot and fresh by a great bunch of wait staff and it all tastes great. I made myself hungry just writing this so it will be off to the arena tonight for a great meal in a great friendly atmosphere.
5. Rustic Kitchen Bistro & Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 440 reviews
Reviewed By RoadHog2
This restaurant has a seating free appetizer of baked herb bread chunks with a type of hummus dip. Starts your meal off right. Menu has a nice variety of choices. The staff is very friendly and are constantly checking that you are satisfied. Recommend this restaurant.
4. Oyster
Overall Ratings
4 based on 242 reviews
Located within the Genetti Hospitality Complex and Best Western Plus Hotel in downtown Wilkes Barre. There is free parking out front or buzz at the gate of the hotel parking for entry to free parking. We feature the BEST CRAB CAKE and folks from Maryland
Reviewed By dolphinsobrado
Here in Wilkes barre on a project and staying at the Best Western. Restaurant is at the hotel and is an amazing place. The ambiance, the decor, the service and the food is great and interesting. Michael was my server and cannot day enough about his willingness to recommend and was on spot with my order and conscientious. A hard find in service these days, thank you staff.The presentation and flavor is amazing.
3. Ruth's Chris Steak House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 380 reviews
Ruth's Chris Steak House specializes in serving aged USDA Prime steaks, broiled in a trademark 1800-degree oven and served on a plate heated to 500 degrees to ensure the steak stays "sizzling" hot. To experience fine dining at its best ⦠Just follow the s
Reviewed By johnsV6188SK
Overall everything was great from the lobster bisque to the sea bass and lamb chops. Only one glass of wine for the wife and a shared piece of cheesecake, the biggest piece Iâve ever seen. Quality=above average pricing at the casino. Service was excellent. Canât go every week but once in a while a nice splurge.
2. Cork Bar and Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 396 reviews
Reviewed By Marymaryqt
Truly a hidden gem. Found on TripAdvisor we just moved to the area. The fig flatbread was delicious, I had the filet with Gouda crab sauce best steak I ever had. My girlfriends all enjoyed there meals. Fun martini and cocktail list. When my girls return to Wilkes Barre they already are making plans to return.
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1. Breaker Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4 based on 128 reviews
We are the official Microbrewery/BrewPub of Northeast PA's coal region. Our craft brews are dedicated to the hard working people who have been and still are examples of our rich heritage.
Reviewed By Patricia L
Food is excellent, large portions you can definitely share. Sides are generous. Beer is tasty, frosty, large variety. For some reason they just donât seem to get great servers. Constant different servers coming to your table, and you wait considerably for anything extra (napkins, water, extra dressing). That is my only negative. Suggestion: open Sunday so customers can enjoy your patio/close Mondays!
