The best restaurants in Punxsutawney

44 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Pizza Hut

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Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

21866 US-119

“Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.”

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Lively option featuring made-to-order pies & other Italian cuisine such as calzones & pasta.

1112 Oakland Ave (Indiana)

“Lively option featuring made-to-order pies & other Italian cuisine such as calzones & pasta.”

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Taco Bell

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Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.

21874 US-119

“Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.”

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Chick-fil-A

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Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

319 Pratt Dr (Indiana)

“Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.”

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Sheetz

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Chain offering fuel & familiar convenience goods, including packaged snacks, drinks & takeaway fare.

380 Philadelphia St (Indiana)

“Chain offering fuel & familiar convenience goods, including packaged snacks, drinks & takeaway fare.”

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Bob's Sub

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Local sandwich chain established in 1973 providing a straightforward menu of subs & salads.

550 Philadelphia St (Indiana)

“Local sandwich chain established in 1973 providing a straightforward menu of subs & salads.”

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The Coney

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Laid-back eatery & alehouse with a game room & dance area serving burgers, hot dogs & wings.

642 Philadelphia St (Indiana)

“Laid-back eatery & alehouse with a game room & dance area serving burgers, hot dogs & wings.”

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Burger King

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Well-known fast-food chain serving grilled burgers, fries & shakes.

235 Hampton Ave

“Well-known fast-food chain serving grilled burgers, fries & shakes.”

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Small eatery for classic Chinese dishes, like chow mein noodles & Hunan beef, with sushi combos.

718 Philadelphia St (Indiana)

“Small eatery for classic Chinese dishes, like chow mein noodles & Hunan beef, with sushi combos.”

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Outpost of a local pizzeria chain offering pizzas, hoagies, calzones & other Italian staples.

633 Philadelphia St (Indiana)

“Outpost of a local pizzeria chain offering pizzas, hoagies, calzones & other Italian staples.”

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Taco Bell

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Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.

1105 Oakland Ave (Indiana)

“Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.”

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Papa Johns Pizza

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Pizza take-out & delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, plus wings, sides & desserts.

1386 Oakland Ave (Indiana)

“Pizza take-out & delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, plus wings, sides & desserts.”

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H.B. Culpeppers

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American grub & draft beer served in a casual establishment with pool tables & darts upstairs.

653 Philadelphia St (Indiana)

“American grub & draft beer served in a casual establishment with pool tables & darts upstairs.”

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Jimmy John's

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Counter-serve chain specializing in sub & club sandwiches, plus signature potato chips.

795 Philadelphia St (Indiana)

“Counter-serve chain specializing in sub & club sandwiches, plus signature potato chips.”

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Long-running Pittsburgh-born chain known for its sandwiches piled high with coleslaw & french fries.

1540 Oakland Ave (Indiana)

“Long-running Pittsburgh-born chain known for its sandwiches piled high with coleslaw & french fries.”

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Pizza, pasta & other Italian fare served in an old-school bistro with a full bar.

1108 Philadelphia St (Indiana)

“Pizza, pasta & other Italian fare served in an old-school bistro with a full bar.”

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Sheetz

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Chain offering fuel & familiar convenience goods, including packaged snacks, drinks & takeaway fare.

100 Elk Run

“Chain offering fuel & familiar convenience goods, including packaged snacks, drinks & takeaway fare.”

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Laid-back chain serving specialty pizzas in varied sizes, plus sandwiches, salads & sides.

207 Hampton Ave

“Laid-back chain serving specialty pizzas in varied sizes, plus sandwiches, salads & sides.”

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Nap's Cucina Mia

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Family-run Italian eatery serving traditional dishes in a warm, intimate space with an open kitchen.

1033 Philadelphia St (Indiana)

“Family-run Italian eatery serving traditional dishes in a warm, intimate space with an open kitchen.”

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Full-service chain bar & grill providing hearty American eats in an informal setting.

3440 William Penn Hwy (Pittsburgh)

“Full-service chain bar & grill providing hearty American eats in an informal setting.”

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Eat'n Park

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Family-friendly diner chain serving up all-day comfort food & signature Smiley Cookies.

11746 Frankstown Rd (Pittsburgh)

“Family-friendly diner chain serving up all-day comfort food & signature Smiley Cookies.”

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Texas Roadhouse

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Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

3466 William Penn Hwy (Pittsburgh)

“Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.”

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Subway

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Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

2120 Ardmore Blvd Unit 1 (Pittsburgh)

“Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.”

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Outpost of a local pizzeria chain offering pizzas, hoagies, calzones & other Italian staples.

938 Freeport Rd (Pittsburgh)

“Outpost of a local pizzeria chain offering pizzas, hoagies, calzones & other Italian staples.”

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Pizza Palermo (Penn Hills) turns out scratch-made traditional and white pies on fresh dough with homemade sauce and quality Italian…

7343 Saltsburg Rd (Pittsburgh)

“Pizza Palermo (Penn Hills) turns out scratch-made traditional and white pies on fresh dough with homemade sauce and quality Italian cheeses, plus pastas that come with garlic bread and a salad. Add wings, gyros, hoagies, and burgers to the mix and your midweek suddenly looks a lot tastier.”

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, August 30, 2026

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No-frills eatery serving pies with traditional or white sauce along with several topping options.

612 Penn Ave (Pittsburgh)

“No-frills eatery serving pies with traditional or white sauce along with several topping options.”

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Fox's Pizza Den

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Laid-back chain serving specialty pizzas in varied sizes, plus sandwiches, salads & sides.

1153 Old Freeport Rd (Pittsburgh)

“Laid-back chain serving specialty pizzas in varied sizes, plus sandwiches, salads & sides.”

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Gia Visto

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Because sometimes spaghetti just needs to be brilliant, Gia Visto turns out cozy, contemporary Italian with Romano crusted chicken, their…

7505 Saltsburg Rd (Pittsburgh)

“Because sometimes spaghetti just needs to be brilliant, Gia Visto turns out cozy, contemporary Italian with Romano crusted chicken, their signature Pasta Visto, and sea seared scallops over sweet pea risotto. Pair it with a glass from their winery and make dinner this week feel like you actually planned ahead.”

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, August 28, 2026

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Family-friendly chain serving classic Tex-Mex & American fare in a Southwestern-style setting.

855 Freeport Rd (Pittsburgh)

“Family-friendly chain serving classic Tex-Mex & American fare in a Southwestern-style setting.”

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Long-running Pittsburgh-born chain known for its sandwiches piled high with coleslaw & french fries.

6 Anchor Dr (Pittsburgh)

“Long-running Pittsburgh-born chain known for its sandwiches piled high with coleslaw & french fries.”

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Casual Italian eatery with a menu of traditional fare and Serbian specialties, plus a full bar.

1808 Golden Mile Hwy (Pittsburgh)

“Casual Italian eatery with a menu of traditional fare and Serbian specialties, plus a full bar.”

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No-nonsense, traditional pizza with familiar toppings served in a family-friendly environment.

998 Ardmore Blvd (Pittsburgh)

“No-nonsense, traditional pizza with familiar toppings served in a family-friendly environment.”

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Casual eatery featuring traditional pies with thin crusts, plus pasta, panini, and gelato.

1335 Freeport Rd #2 (Pittsburgh)

“Casual eatery featuring traditional pies with thin crusts, plus pasta, panini, and gelato.”

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Stockman's Pizza

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Established pizzeria turning out a variety of pies, hoagies, and stromboli, plus quick bites.

7678 Saltsburg Rd (Pittsburgh)

“Established pizzeria turning out a variety of pies, hoagies, and stromboli, plus quick bites.”

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Relaxed eatery specializing in Italian staples, homemade pasta and pizza.

1200 Old Freeport Rd (Pittsburgh)

“Relaxed eatery specializing in Italian staples, homemade pasta and pizza.”

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Laid-back pizzeria with a variety of specialty pies, hoagies & pasta, plus craft brews & cocktails.

55 Alpha Dr W (Pittsburgh)

“Laid-back pizzeria with a variety of specialty pies, hoagies & pasta, plus craft brews & cocktails.”

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This colorful, unfussy locale serves traditional Mexican dishes such as enchiladas & carne asada.

3448 William Penn Hwy (Pittsburgh)

“This colorful, unfussy locale serves traditional Mexican dishes such as enchiladas & carne asada.”

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When you want a reliable spot that keeps both the noodle loyalists and the sushi crowd happy, Jimmy Wan's | Restaurant & Lounge delivers…

1337 Old Freeport Rd Rd9 (Pittsburgh)

“When you want a reliable spot that keeps both the noodle loyalists and the sushi crowd happy, Jimmy Wan's | Restaurant & Lounge delivers pan-Asian favorites, an upscale sushi bar, and a warm neighborhood vibe in Fox Chapel. Solid for weeknights or low-key celebrations, with a sister location in Cranberry.”

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, September 20, 2026

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Comfort fare such as fajitas and margaritas in a relaxed restaurant with live music.

1374 Freeport Rd (Pittsburgh)

“Comfort fare such as fajitas and margaritas in a relaxed restaurant with live music.”

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Roman Bistro

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Pizza, pasta & sandwiches with a lunch buffet option plus a shop selling cigars & bottles of beer.

2104 Ardmore Blvd (Pittsburgh)

“Pizza, pasta & sandwiches with a lunch buffet option plus a shop selling cigars & bottles of beer.”

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Farm-to-table New American fare is served at this upscale–casual venue with a rustic–chic interior.

1910 New Texas Rd (Pittsburgh)

“Farm-to-table New American fare is served at this upscale–casual venue with a rustic–chic interior.”

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Unassuming BBQ joint with down-home sides, wings & a full complement of platters & sandwiches.

6800 Frankstown Ave #1370 (Pittsburgh)

“Unassuming BBQ joint with down-home sides, wings & a full complement of platters & sandwiches.”

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Spacious venue housed in a former garage specializing in burgers and sandwiches.

399 Butler St (Pittsburgh)

“Spacious venue housed in a former garage specializing in burgers and sandwiches.”

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Whether it's Aunt Carol's legendary wedding soup and hand-rolled meatballs, the fresh-dough pizzas, or that award-winning Icelandic cod…

115 Center New Texas Rd (Pittsburgh)

“Whether it's Aunt Carol's legendary wedding soup and hand-rolled meatballs, the fresh-dough pizzas, or that award-winning Icelandic cod fish sandwich, John Anthony's | Restaurant and Lounge delivers big, family-style portions and old-school hospitality.”

From the Monroeville newsletter, September 12, 2026

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