Williamsport

The Golden Strip

The Golden Strip as the locals call East Third Street has the highest concentration of stores and restaurants in the city. Most of the eateries are part of chains, so if you're looking for anything from McDonald's to TGIF to Red Lobster, it's right along this half-mile stretch of road.

A very good local restaurant/microbrewery - it makes a nice change from the plethora of chain eateries in the city. The food and drink are both excellent, but it's best to make reservations for evening. It can get busy.

33 East is one of the area's most popular "fine dining" establishment. The food is excellent albeit a little pricey, as is the atmosphere and service. Brought back to life after a complete and utter restoration, 33 East is a delight to your senses.

Best Italian restaurant in the area, hands-down. The atmosphere is nice, too.

[Note: this establishment has been closed for several years now.] The Coffee and Tea Room is a coffeehouse, a cafe, an art gallery, and a cultural meeting place. It offers a large selection of specialty drinks including cappuccino, mocha, latte, cocoa, full-leaf tea many styles available and a special Kona Blend freshly brewed coffee. They offer a selection of muffins, scones, bagels, cookies and cinnamon rolls, each baked fresh daily. For sustenance, the Coffee and Tea Room offers a variety of wraps, panini sandwiches, salads, and soups, each individually-inspired. An internet-connected computer is free to use as is WiFi access. Tarot card readings also take place here and earthy clothes and objects can be purchased in the front of the restaurant. The seating consists of unique chairs, sofas, and armchairs in individual settings - from two to six or so.

Authentic italian food, from bread to pastas and desserts, home-made and absolutely the best in the region. Menu has both traditional italian cuisine as well as unique dishes that are sure to please the palate. Atmosphere is cozy but elegant and the owners will make you feel at home!

The Peter Herdic House, one of the most famous Victorian-style mansions left over from the prosperous logging days of Williamsport's history which used to have more millionaires per capita than anywhere else in the world is now an inn and fine dining restaurant. The menu is seasonal, and ranges from Parmesan Crusted Shrimp and a side Pear, Walnut and Gorgonzola Salad to Salmon in a Dijon Cream and Homemade Linguine Carbonara with Broccoli. Reservations are recommended, but walk-ins are also welcomed.