Submitted by visualrealia on Wed, 05/25/2016 - 12:35

Hanover (Pennsylvania) is a major retail hub in the area, and this brings with it a boatload of places to eat. But which are worth stopping at?

While there are many that I'm sure are worthwhile that I've not listed here, this list includes some of my favorites that I personally recommend. Facebook (restaurant name) and website links are included. (This list is updated frequently - last updated 1/27/24.)

Hanover Restaurants - My Suggestions:

• Coffee

Ghouls and Grinds
455 Carlisle Street - Takeout Only
701 Third Street - Seating

Ghouls is the popular “to go” spot and themed drinks are the strong point for many visitors. The name sets a matching, fun vibe. The new Third Street location adds seating options.

• Brewpubs & Contemporary Casual

Highland Taps & Tables
925 Westminster Avenue
Website

Nice range of prices from a $12 flatbread to a $36 ribeye, with handhelds (including great burgers) in between. The self-serve beer wall will please those looking for a drink. Small but well-done Sunday brunch menu as well.

Something Wicked Brewing Company
34 Broadway
Website

Hanover already has a good collection of breweries with more on the way. They all have their strong points and are worth a visit. Read more about this popular spot in this Culture On The Line article.

Warehouse Gourmet
7 Pennsylvania Avenue
Website

Good lunch spot for sandwiches and soups, as well as homemade breads. Nice place to meet with friends.

Fat Bat Brewing
10 North Railroad Street
Website

Family-owned microbrewery with a nice variety of styles. Right beside Something Wicked, so hit two spots in one trip.

McAllister’s On York
11 York Street
Website

Upscale spot in the heart of town. Try to Sunday brunch.

Oak Artisan Cookery
40 Broadway
Website

Pizza and pasta from a wood-fired oven add a nice addition to the downtown area and right in the microbrewery neighborhood.

• Mexican

Taqueria El Pariente / El Agave
130 Eisenhower Drive

What was once a food truck has now moved inside.

• Sandwich/Burger

Hanover has good food in a number of different categories, but perhaps the town’s traditional middle class background lends itself to burgers and hot dogs. If you can’t find a sandwich in Hanover that you like, you aren’t looking.

Hotel Hanover
15 Center Square
Website

Sandwiches, wings, salads—all great stuff. Large, homemade portions.

Texas Hot Weiner Lunch
38 Carlisle Street

Hanover is the home (I don’t care what anyone else says) of hotdogs and hamburgers with the works, including a (bean free) chili sauce and enough onions to kill a man. Hanover has two different longtime places, including this downtown icon. Awesome traditional fries.

Want to know a secret? Life is more than just burgers and hot dogs. Texas HWL bakes and slices its own hams for the ham and cheese sandwiches — with everything, of course!

Famous Hot Weiner
101 Broadway - and
160 Dart Drive
Website

And the other “weiner shop” in town is just as much a hit. When Hanoverians return to town, they stop at one of these two places within the first few minutes of crossing the border. While the hot dog seems to be mentioned the most, go for the cheeseburger with everything.

Shultz's Delicatessen
918 Carlisle Street
Website

In addition to a large variety of deli-style sandwiches, wraps and salads, take home a container of their cheddar, bacon and horseradish spread. This place is a Hanover institution, having served the town since 1939.

• Asian

Korean Gardens
in the Markets at Hanover
1649 Broadway
Website (Markets at Hanover)

Korean Gardens resides in the center section of the Markets at Hanover at the north end of Hanover as heading toward Abbottstown. Great spot for pho and bibimbap. The pho broth is amazing.

Full Moon
1418 Baltimore Street
Website

Full Moon has an excellent menu of sushi and sashimi, as well as intriguing special rolls.

Blue Koi
805 Baltimore Street
Website

Slightly more upscale, with a good selection of sushi.

Aki
1150 Carlisle Street
Website

Stop here for lunch and enjoy a bento box for a good value.

• Baked Goods

Jacquelyn's Bakeshop & Cafe
1785 Baltimore Pike

Grab a nice variety of baked goods and some very worthy wraps for a light lunch.

• Diner/American

Dutch Country Restaurant (No FB Page)
946 Baltimore Street
Website

The parking lot is always full, which tells all when looking at where to go for good diner food.

• Chain

LongHorn Steakhouse
20 Wilson Avenue

I am definitely a local kind of guy, supporting locally-owned businesses. I can’t deny, however, that Hanover’s LongHorn location has given us consistently good meals and service. Go for the Flo’s Filet.

• Ice Cream

York Street Treat
881 York Street

Looking for soft ice cream? Raspberry ice cream on York Street is the answer.

Paleteria Y Neveria Tocumbo
1000 Carlisle Street
(Tucked in a corner near Subway.)

This Delaware company's hand-dipped ice cream and popsicles are the best in town. Try the coffee or vanilla flavored ice creams, as well as the wonderful aguas frescas.

• Must-Stop on Saturday Mornings

Moon’s Cafe
at the Hanover Market House
210 East Chestnut Street
Website (Hanover Market House) 

My Saturday morning breakfast is a spring roll from Moon’s at Hanover’s Saturday market. Very friendly place with equally tasty egg rolls and wontons. Tell them Andy sent you.

• Not in Hanover, But Close Enough…

Gateau Monique Bakery
5 South Queen Street, Littlestown
Website

Scones, cupcakes, cheesecake, tarts, you name it... you'll love it here. Worth a morning drive from wherever you're at.

C&D Bar & Grill
6465 York Road, New Oxford
Website

A local favorite for higher end meals. Also very good at adapting or creating items for those with special dietary needs.

Inn 94
4805 Carlisle Pike, New Oxford
Website

Looking for a traditional steak and seafood place with consistently good food? You’ll find it here. The Greek desserts are a bonus.

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