BEAR CREEK

Bear Creek Inne, Route 115, Ph: 472-9045: Serving delicious food and drinks at reasonable prices since 1972, the Bear Creek Inne specializes in fresh seafood and other fine dishes including steak, veal, and chicken. Choose from over forty menu items. Salad and dessert included with all meals. Casual dining and a country setting make the Bear Creek Inne a perfect dining destination for the whole family, and a Children’s Menu is available! Reserve the Private Party Room for your next special event. All major credit cards are accepted, and reservations are recommended. Open 7 days. Go to www.bearcreekinne.com to find out more.

BLAKESLEE

The Blakeslee Inn & Restaurant, Route 940, ¼ mile west of Blakeslee Corners, Ph: 646-1100: The Blakeslee Inn & Restaurant offers outstanding New American Cuisine. Allow Executive Chef Jim Evans to dazzle your taste buds with his healthy and creative culinary masterpieces. The Inn’s Fireside Martini Lounge invites you to unwind with your favorite cocktail. Enjoy a carefully crafted dinner, superb service, and attention to detail. The Blakeslee Inn & Restaurant also features one of the Poconos’ most impressive wine lists, as well as a selection of the world’s finest beers. Partake of the Sunday Brunch, Saturday High Tea, and live piano music on select evenings. The restaurant is open for dinner from 5:30pm to 9:00pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Closed Wednesdays. Reservations and proper attire are suggested. Bring the special offer included in their ad in this magazine! Visit this award-winning restaurant online at www.blakesleeinn.com.

BUSHKILL

Fernwood Hotel & Resort, Route 209, Ph: 1-888-FERNWOOD or 588-9500: Whatever your appetite or budget, Fernwood’s various eateries won’t leave you hungry. Mama Bella’s Tuscan Grille features tempting appetizers and entrees. For a casual dining experience visit the Trolley Stop Pub. Sports enthusiasts will love the eight televisions. Let’s not forget everyone’s favorite blast-from-the-past eatery, the Jukebox Diner, where old-fashioned American staples such as burgers, fries, and shakes await you and your family. Fernwood also has a Food Court for your dining convenience, including a Pizza Hut, Carvel’s Ice Cream and Cinnabon! After a day of excitement at Fernwood, head on over to Wintergreen’s Bar and Grill overlooking the lake and golf course to refuel. Enjoy a cocktail and live entertainment. Try all of Fernwood’s great restaurants for yourself and decide which is your favorite! www.fernwoodhotel.com.

DRINKER

My Brother’s Place Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge, Route 590 between Elmhurst and Hamlin, Ph: 689-4410: Enjoy delicious food served in an atmosphere of Old World charm and elegance! Silk tapestries depicting medieval life, the trappings of knighthood, and medieval-style paintings adorn the walls in the dining room. Old World style is also apparent in the use of pewter plates and bowls. Innkeepers Tom and Jo Ann Brownell have operated the restaurant since 1968, and are always on hand to welcome guests. Charbroiled steaks, prime rib, fresh seafood, veal, and fresh pasta highlight the menu. Dinners include homemade bread, a soup kettle, salad bar, and choice of starch. A wealth of cocktails is available, including frozen drinks made with fresh fruit. The wine list features a selection of domestic and imported wines, and international coffees top off a perfect dessert! Dinner is served Monday, Wednesday & Thursday from 4:00pm to 9:00pm, Friday & Saturday from 4:00pm to 10:00pm, and Sunday from 1:00pm until 9:00pm; closed Tuesday. Enjoy!

EAST STROUDSBURG

Peppe's Ristorante, Eagle Valley Mall at the intersection of Business Rt. 209 and Rt. 447, Ph: 421-4460: Offering the finest in Northern Italian and Continental Cuisine, Peppe’s invites you to experience their tradition of choice veal, steaks and chops, fresh seafood and homemade pasta. The restaurant boasts an extensive wine list, a cappuccino bar and a varied menu. The art of tableside Caesar Salad and Flambes brings an elegant mood to the Old World surroundings of brick arches and perfectly appointed table settings, complete with a fresh rose. The executive chef’s daily specials keep Peppe’s on top of the newest cuisine trends, and the pastry chef’s imagination has no boundaries. All-time favorite dishes are still lovingly prepared for those who have enjoyed them for years! Pastry is also available for take-out. Peppe’s dinner hours are 5:00pm to 10:00pm Monday through Friday, 4:00pm to 11:00pm on Saturday, and 3:00pm until 9:00pm on Sunday. Call for reservations, and visit www.peppesonline.com.

HAWLEY

Costa’s Family Fun Park, just east of Lake Wallenpaupack on Route 6, Ph: (570) 226-8585: Food and fun in Lake Country! Bring the family for miniature golf, go carts, bumper boats, games, kiddie play land and more, then have lunch, dinner or just a tasty treat at Costa’s restaurant. For the season, Costa’s Family Fun Park is open through Columbus Day, weather permitting. For more information, log on to www.costasfamilyfunpark.com.

The Settlers Inn at Bingham Park, 4 Main Avenue, Ph: 226-2993 or 1-800-833-8527: An artfully restored craftsman-style hotel. Savor the unique cuisine, made with only the freshest locally grown produce, seasonal game and fish, plus artisan breads and desserts baked at the Inn. Dine on the terrace overlooking the garden or in the comfortably elegant dining room. Select from a diverse menu featuring traditional favorites as well as nouveau cuisine. Serving lunch from 12:00pm to 2:30pm and dinner from 5:00pm to 9:00pm. Four-diamond AAA rating. Visit www.thesettlersinn.com.

JIM THORPE

Roadies Restaurant at Penn’s Peak, Maury Road via Rt. 903 or Rt. 209, Ph: 866-605-PEAK: Roadies Restaurant & Bar inside Penn’s Peak offers you amazing food in a music-inspired atmosphere featuring breathtaking 50+ mile views. Check out some of the new selections at Roadies, like the Coconut Shrimp on the Stick, Caribbean Jerk Chicken, and more! During the week, eat at the Peak with these great specials: Lil’ Roadies Night is every Monday, when kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entrée. Rib Tickler Tuesdays with the Poconos’ legendary Party DJ “The Doctor” offers special all-you-can-eat ribs from 4:00pm to 8:00pm (while supplies last) and “The Doc” from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. Wild Wing Wednesdays bring great wing specials from 4:00pm to 8:00pm while supplies last. Add to your concert experience at Penn’s Peak by heading up to Roadies Restaurant & Bar for their special concert menu before the show; reservations are recommended. Roadies Restaurant at Penn’s Peak, Jim Thorpe, just four miles from exit 74 of the Northeast Extension of the PA Turnpike. Check out Roadies online at www.pennspeak.com.

LAKE HARMONY

The Resort at Split Rock, One Lake Drive, Ph: 722-9111: Enjoy casual dining with family and friends at this distinctive four-season destination resort. The public is welcome to choose from the tempting offerings at Split Rock’s Bell’Ago Cuisine Italiano restaurant, or from the 24-item menu at the beautiful Galleria Restaurant. For your reservations, call Bell’Ago directly at 722-3391 or use ext. 756 when dialing the resort’s main number; for the Galleria Restaurant, dial ext. 835. Bell’Ago is closed to the public on Tuesdays. Log on to www.splitrockresort.com to find out more.

LAKEVILLE

Cove Haven Resort, Route 590, Ph: 226-4506: Satisfy your hunger with classic cuisine, big portions, great food and good times. All-you-can-eat fine dining is available exclusively to couples by reservation at this popular couples-only resort. Dinner includes hot & cold hors d’ oeuvres, a sumptuous appetizer, fresh garden salad, hot soup, delicious entrée, irresistible desserts, soft drinks and juices. It’s dining the way it should be - full of your favorite dishes. Don’t forget to ask about our Friday night Italian Feast, Fat Paulie’s Festa Italiano, and our Saturday evening steakhouse dining experience, Strip Night. It’s sure to spice things up. Expect dining pleasure unlike any other. Only here. www.cpresorts.com/thisweek

MARSHALLS CREEK

Pocono Palace Resort, Route 209, Ph: 588-6692: Satisfy your hunger with classic cuisine, big portions, great food and good times. All-you-can-eat fine dining is available exclusively to couples by reservation at this popular couples-only resort. Dinner includes hot & cold hors d’ oeuvres, a sumptuous appetizer, fresh garden salad, hot soup, delicious entrée, irresistible desserts, soft drinks and juices. It’s dining the way it should be - full of your favorite dishes. Don’t forget to ask about our Friday night Italian Feast, Fat Paulie’s Festa Italiano, and our Saturday evening steakhouse dining experience, Strip Night. It’s sure to spice things up. Expect dining pleasure unlike any other. Only here. www.cpresorts.com/thisweek

MOUNT POCONO

The Original Bailey’s Rib & Steakhouse, Route 611, two blocks north of Route 940, Ph: 839-9678: Great food and good times are standard fare at Bailey’s. Located just minutes from Camelback Mountain Resort and the Crossings Outlets, they are open seven days from 11:30am for lunch and dinner. Included in the luncheon offerings are burgers, Buffalo wings, chicken quesadillas, crabcake sandwiches, and steak house salads as well as light lunch specials. Dinner (served from 4:00pm) features hand-cut Angus steaks, prime rib, pasta, grilled shrimp or Crab Key chicken, and great Steak & Seafood Combos. Unique blackboard specials are offered daily as well as an Early Dinner Menu served Monday – Friday from 4:00pm to 6:00pm. Families are welcome, and a Children’s Menu is always available. Atmosphere is casual. Complimentary cake for special occasions. Reservations are accepted. Check out www.baileyssteakhouse.com.

Mount Airy Casino Resort, 44 Woodland Road, Ph: 1-877-MT-AIRY1: Whether you’re in the mood for an elegant five-course meal complete with champagne, or you just want a quick bite before heading back to your favorite slots, Mount Airy Casino Resort has a restaurant that’s right for you. For those with exceptional taste in fine dining, choose from red steakhouse for a perfectly aged porterhouse or Le Sorelle Cucina for the best Italian food this side of Naples. Casual diners can hop into Betty’s Diner for American classics, or get a taste of everything at The Buffet. Are you lucky enough to be staying at Mount Airy Casino Resort? You don’t even have to leave your room! Just call Room Service for a fresh, delicious and graciously-served meal. Log on to www.mountairycasino.com for more information.

Paradise Stream Resort, Route 940, Ph: 839-8881: Satisfy your hunger with classic cuisine, big portions, great food and good times. All-you-can-eat fine dining is available exclusively to couples by reservation at this popular couples-only resort. Dinner includes hot & cold hors d’ oeuvres, a sumptuous appetizer, fresh garden salad, hot soup, delicious entrée, irresistible desserts, soft drinks and juices. It’s dining the way it should be - full of your favorite dishes. Don’t forget to ask about our Friday night Italian feast, Fat Paulie’s Festa Italiano, and our Saturday evening steakhouse dining experience, Strip Night. It’s sure to spice things up. Expect dining pleasure unlike any other. Only here. www.cpresorts.com/thisweek

PARADISE VALLEY

Crescent Lodge & Country Inn, junction Routes 191 & 940, Ph: 595-7486: Magnificent is the word for the Surf 'n’ Turf, stuffed trout, juicy sirloin with onion rings, or special pasta. This fine dining establishment offers delightful appetizers and extraordinary salads and desserts. The Starting Post Cocktail Lounge serves the finest in spirits, and an excellent Pub Menu. Live piano music on weekends is a perfect accompaniment to your delicious meal! The restaurant at the Crescent Lodge is open seven days a week for candlelight dining of distinction. Reservations are recommended. Visit them on the internet at www.crescentlodge.com.

POCONO PINES

VanGilder's Jubilee Restaurant & Pub in the Pines, Route 940, Ph: 646-2377: The Jubilee, known as the “Breakfast King of the Poconos,” offers some of the most unique and delicious breakfasts anywhere. Serving breakfast from 7:00am until 3:00pm every day, menu items include the Countryboy Breakfast, Big Pocono Sampler, dozens of omelets, several kinds of pancakes and sides galore. For lunch, the Jubilee offers a wide selection of burgers, wraps, paninis, sandwiches, soups, and an extensive salad menu. The dinner menu includes pasta, steak and seafood entrees. There is also an appetizer menu including fried calamari, bruschetta and Killer Fries. Enjoy your favorite cocktail and meal in the adjoining Pub in the Pines, a popular local nightspot. With 15 beers on tap and Big Screen TVs, The Pub is the place to watch your favorite sporting event, or enjoy occasional live entertainment. On Thursday and Sunday nights, sample the award-winning wings! Dinner is served from 4:00pm daily. You can always expect to have a great time at VanGilder’s Jubilee! Online at www.breakfastking.com.

POCONO SUMMIT

Tokyo Tea House, ½ mile west of I-380 on Route 940, Ph: 839-8880: Savor authentic dining traditions of Japan in a meticulous decor of paper art and teakwood. Dine on the freshest sushi, sashimi, fish, steaks, seafood and delightful vegetarian specials in an atmosphere of Oriental elegance. Partake of the tea, sake, wine or beer most suited to your palate and meal, either at the sushi bar or in the dining room. Tokyo Tea House is open every day except Tuesday for lunch from 12:00pm to 3:00pm, and dinner from 5:00pm to 10:00pm. A private room is available for parties, showers and meetings.

SCOTRUN

Pangea Restaurant, Route 611 (¼ mile from Great Wolf Lodge), Ph: 629-0250: Experience the innovative Pangea Restaurant, where friends and family celebrate in style! Pangea offers delicious North and South Indian cuisine in a comfortable atmosphere, where all your family and friends will find something delightful. Mouthwatering dishes from around the world are offered, along with fusion-style cuisine featuring unique flavors blended together in perfect harmony. Guests enjoy fine wines, martinis and exotic drinks at Pangea’s Bar L’attitude 41.1, located inside the restaurant. Have fun dancing the night away on the huge dance floor, with live music or DJ entertainment! Call for current acts. Pangea is open for lunch and dinner daily. See the money-saving coupon in their display ad. Visit www.poconospangea.com.

SHAWNEE-ON-DELAWARE

Sam Snead’s Tavern, located on River Road, next to The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort, Ph: 424-0990: Sam Snead’s Taverns are part of a fine family of restaurants that specialize in great food and quality service. The menu provides fresh entrées of Certified Angus Beef, Chicken and Seafood, not to mention a wide variety of soups, salads and fresh homemade desserts. Everyday there is a featured seafood catch directly from Hawaii. In addition, the restaurant offers two fully stocked bars, the main floor level bar and a lower level sports bar with several televisions to catch the latest sports action. The lower level also has one of the area’s only golf simulators! Patrons can hit live golf balls into the simulator that depicts any number of courses from around the world. Sam Snead's Tavern in Shawnee is known to be one of the most popular dining choices in the Poconos. For more information visit www.samsneads-pa.com.

River Room, located on River Road, at the historic Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort. Ph: 1-800-SHAWNEE x1432: The River Room is a great fine dining choice in the Pocono Mountains, with a scenic view that surrounds the resort. Breakfast features made-to-order eggs and omelets (on weekends and holidays), homemade granola, smoothie of the day, fresh fruits and berries. The lunch and dinner menu features game entrees that can be found in the local area, with a variety of fish and pasta options. Check out Tuesday Veranda Bites, featuring a special appetizer and drink served on the gorgeous veranda of the Inn, just $11.95++ every Tuesday from 5:00pm to 7:00pm! The River Room is guaranteed to be a nutritious, delicious dining experience. For more information visit www.shawneeinn.com.

The Bistro, located on River Road, by the Golf Shop of the historic Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort, Ph: 1-800-SHAWNEE x1480: Dine with a backdrop of beautiful views of the historic Shawnee Inn and championship golf course. Open for lunch and dinner. The menu offers a variety of sandwiches, wraps, paninis, and salads. For beverages, they feature fresh squeezed lemonade, beer, wine, and an array of vacation-fun drinks. For more information, visit www.shawneeinn.com.

SKYTOP

Skytop Lodge, Route 390, Ph: 1-800-345-7759 or 595-7401, ext. 465: Skytop Lodge boasts two distinctive venues; the Inn at Skytop, and the main dining room at the historic Skytop Lodge. The Inn at Skytop features American Modern cuisine served amidst panoramic views of the mountains, the golf course, and Skytop Lake. Wine connoisseurs will appreciate the international wine menu. The main dining room, located in Skytop Lodge, features American fare with a view of the gardens and a daily “wine of the evening” selection. Enjoy choosing your five-course meal from the menu that changes daily. Both restaurants offer children’s menus and light fare entrees. An array of homemade desserts, estate coffees and cordials completes this fine dining experience. Both restaurants require men to wear a coat; a tie is optional. Appropriate attire for ladies is suggested, and reservations are requested. www.skytop.com.

SOUTH STERLING

The French Manor, off Route 191, 8 miles south of I-84 Exit 20, Ph: 676-3244 or 1-877-720-6095: Gourmet French cuisine, a superb wine list, and a spectacular mountain view from a castle-like manor modeled after an estate in the south of France. The French Manor has been featured in the Philadelphia Inquirer as “dinner fit for a king.” Serving dinner most evenings. Jackets are required, and reservations are suggested. Casual dining is also available in the new Hanna’s Café at the French Manor, serving dinner and cocktails nightly! Four-diamond AAA rating. Visit online at www.thefrenchmanor.com.

TANNERSVILLE

Barley Creek Brewing Company, Sullivan Trail & Camelback Rd., Ph: 629-9399: Barley Creek is the Pocono Mountains’ Original Brewpub and Restaurant, where you’ll have more fun than humans deserve! Everything at the Creek is handcrafted, from the building to the food to the beer. Originally an 1880’s farmhouse, Barley Creek boasts a timber-frame atmosphere, a deck for brews with a view, and a pavilion and wiffle ball stadium, available for catering, private parties and pick-up games. Barley Creek brews world-class ales and lagers onsite in its own English brewhouse. Enjoy free brewery tours and beer tastings every day at 12:30pm and by appointment. When you come to the Creek, come hungry because they serve up great food from soups and salads, to genuine pub fare, monster steaks, fresh seafood. Check out daily specials like wings, sliders, steak, steamers, and Mexican! There’s a children’s menu and treasure box, with a game room to keep the youngsters busy. Happy Hour runs from 4:00pm to 6:00pm Monday through Friday. You can find Barley Creek right in the fork between Sullivan Trail and Camelback Roads, just one mile past the Crossings Factory Outlets and two miles shy of Camelback Mountain Resort (exit 299 off I-80). Open every day. Surf the Creek at www.barleycreek.com.

Smuggler’s Cove, Route 611, Ph: 629-2277: “Fresh fish for a few clams!” Enjoy casual dining at its best at Smuggler’s Cove, a Tannersville landmark. The menu features items such as Coconut Shrimp, Mussels Milano, Oysters/Clams on the Half Shell, Spaghetti Bolognese, Seafood Pomodora, Live Lobsters, London Broil, USDA Prime Steaks, slow-roasted Prime Rib, North Atlantic Seafood fresh daily from market, Crab & Lobster Cakes, and Chicken Francaise, Marsala or Piccata. Enjoy the Fresh Garden Salad Bar and let the little ones order from the separate Children’s Menu. Special luncheon and lounge menus are available. Open every day at 11:30am for lunch & dinner in a casual and comfortable atmosphere just minutes from the Crossings Outlets and Camelback Ski Area. Reservations are accepted and large parties are welcomed. Visit online at www.smugglerscove.net.

TOBYHANNA

Dana’s Restaurant & Tavern, 500 Sterling Road (Route 196), Ph: 894-9808: Located just 5 minutes north of Mt. Pocono, this historic, restored drover’s station is child-friendly, casual, comfortable, and affordable! Marking 10 years of serving diverse tastes with one of the largest and most unique menus in the Poconos. Featuring a variety of selections, including traditional, new age, seasonal, and signature dishes. The full-service tavern is where people come together for conversation and great spirits. Dine al fresco on the patio, surrounded by grape vines and an Old World atmosphere. Many parties, receptions, and other events are celebrated here; choose from the ample catering packages, or request something tailored to your occasion. Early Bird specials are offered Monday through Thursday from 4:00pm to 5:30pm, excluding holidays. Dana’s is open 7 days a week serving lunch, dinner, a la carte Sunday brunch, and beer to go.

Tabs Tavern, Route 196/Sterling Road, Ph: 839-2656: Every day is delicious at Tabs! There are $5.00 daily lunch specials, and a Breakfast Special on Sunday from 11:00am to 2:00pm for $4.99. Tuesday brings free World Tavern Poker – win a seat to Vegas! Saturday features specially priced Seafood Appetizers. Happy Hour runs from 4:00pm to 6:00pm Monday through Friday with free pool and drink specials. The food at Tabs is great, and so is the entertainment! On Fridays, just $3.00 gets you in to the DJ Dance Party from 9:00pm to 2:00am, and Karaoke happens every Saturday from 9:00pm to 2:00am. Shop at or participate in the Sunday Flea Market, where a table is only $10.00! Tabs Tavern is open daily from 11:00am until 2:00am. A large selection of beer is available to take out.

WILKES-BARRE

Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, Highway 315, Ph: 1-888-WIN-INPA: Transport yourself to a world where the action sizzles 24/7 and the warm, friendly service makes you feel truly “at home.” There’s always so much to see, so much to do, so much to experience! Cash in on the fun at over 2,500 high-voltage slots. You’ll also enjoy the electric-hot virtual table games. After you’ve worked up an appetite playing in the casino, savor the good life at one of 10 distinctive dining options. There’s a place for every taste and budget – from Ruth’s Chris Steak House to Timbers Buffet to Wolfgang Puck Express. A stroll through the shopping promenade will reveal truly interesting finds such as Brookstone and Crossing Vineyards Wine & Cheese Shop, where you can purchase superb locally produced wines and gourmet cheeses. When it comes to nightlife, Sunburst Bar and Breakers Bar, offering live entertainment every Friday and Saturday evening, are two of the hottest places to party in northeast Pennsylvania. And speaking of nightlife, explosive nighttime harness racing is in season! Get in on all the pulse-pounding action every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday night, plus Saturday afternoon. Gaming. Dining. Shopping. Nightlife. All in one place. Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs. The out-of-the-ordinary escape that’s as close as your car keys. www.mohegansunpocono.com.