Dining
Shippensburg, PA
Eat & Drink in Downtown Shippensburg
People have been eating and gathering in downtown Shippensburg since the 1700s — Widow Piper’s Tavern has stood at King and Queen since about 1735. That tradition is still going strong. Today the same few blocks hold everything from all-day breakfast and hometown diners to coffee counters, pizza, pubs, and dessert stops. Browse the listings below to find your next favorite, then park once and make an afternoon of it.

Arooga's Sports Bar & Grill
Located in the heart of downtown Shippensburg, Arooga’s Sports Bar & Grill is a popular gathering place known for its welcoming atmosphere, award-winning wings, handcrafted pub-style favorites, and extensive selection of beers and cocktails. As part of the Pennsylvania-founded Arooga’s brand, the Shippensburg location offers a lively dining experience where friends, families, students, and sports fans can come together to enjoy great food and entertainment.

Asian Taste
Offering a wide variety of traditional Chinese favorites, hibachi specialties, noodle dishes, rice entrées, soups, appetizers, and vegetarian options, Asian Taste provides something for every palate. The restaurant is known for combining quality ingredients with affordable pricing, creating a dining experience that appeals to both regular customers and first-time visitors.

Brother's Pizza
Brother’s Pizza is a family-owned restaurant that has become a favorite dining destination for residents and visitors in the Shippensburg area. Conveniently located in the Ship Shopping Center, the restaurant is known for its fresh, made-to-order pizzas, Italian specialties, sandwiches, salads, wings, and family-friendly atmosphere.

Breadbasket Bakery
Breadbasket Bakery is a locally owned, small-batch bakery serving the Shippensburg community with handcrafted baked goods made from premium, all-natural ingredients. Known for its commitment to quality and freshness, the bakery specializes in custom cakes, cupcakes, pastries, cookies, pies, breads, and desserts created for everyday enjoyment as well as weddings, birthdays, and special celebrations.

Buffalo Wild Wings
Known for its traditional and boneless wings, Buffalo Wild Wings GO features a wide variety of signature sauces and dry rubs, along with burgers, sandwiches, wraps, appetizers, and shareable meals. The restaurant provides a quick and convenient way for customers to enjoy game-day favorites and casual dining options at home, at work, or on the go.

China Inn
China Inn Restaurant is a locally operated dining establishment that has served the Shippensburg community with a wide variety of traditional Chinese cuisine for many years. Conveniently located along Baltimore Road, the restaurant is known for its flavorful dishes, generous portions, and dependable service, making it a popular choice for both dine-in and takeout customers.

Domino's Pizza
Domino’s Pizza is a nationally recognized pizza restaurant serving the Shippensburg community with convenient carryout and delivery service from its location on Richwalter Street. Known for its commitment to quality, speed, and customer convenience, Domino’s provides a reliable dining option for residents, students, families, and local businesses throughout the area.

El Mariachi
El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant is a locally owned dining destination bringing authentic Mexican cuisine and hospitality to the Shippensburg community. Located in the Ship Shopping Center, the restaurant has become a popular gathering place for families, students, local residents, and visitors seeking fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and a welcoming atmosphere. Since opening in 2021, El Mariachi has built a strong reputation for quality food, generous portions, and attentive service.

Forrester's WheelHouse Cafe
Forrester’s Wheelhouse Cafe is a family-owned restaurant that has become a beloved dining destination in the Shippensburg community. Located on North Earl Street, the cafe is known for its welcoming hometown atmosphere, friendly service, and freshly prepared homestyle meals. The restaurant has earned multiple local honors, including recognition as a “Best of Shippensburg” breakfast and diner destination, reflecting its strong connection to the community it serves.

Goose Bros Ice Cream
Goose Bros. Ice Cream is a locally owned favorite that has been serving premium homemade ice cream to the Shippensburg community for years. Located on Walnut Bottom Road, the shop is known for its handcrafted, hand-dipped ice cream, friendly service, and welcoming atmosphere that attracts families, students, residents, and visitors from throughout the region.

Greyhound Diner
Greyhound Family Restaurant is a locally owned diner and community gathering place serving the Shippensburg area with classic American comfort food in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Conveniently located along Molly Pitcher Highway, the restaurant has earned a loyal following among residents, travelers, and families seeking hearty meals, friendly service, and affordable dining options.

Inside Scoop Ice Cream
Inside Scoop Ice Cream is a locally owned ice cream shop that has quickly become a favorite destination in downtown Shippensburg since opening in 2022. Located on West King Street, the shop offers a welcoming atmosphere where families, students, residents, and visitors can enjoy premium hand-dipped ice cream and specialty desserts in a unique outdoor setting.

Italian Village II Restaurant and Pizza
Italian Village II Restaurant & Pizza is a family-oriented dining destination serving the Shippensburg community with a wide selection of Italian-American favorites, freshly made pizzas, pasta dishes, sandwiches, salads, and appetizers. Conveniently located on Neil Road, the restaurant offers both dine-in and takeout options, providing a welcoming atmosphere for families, students, residents, and visitors seeking quality food and friendly service.

King & Saint Cafe
King & Saint Cafe is a locally owned, European-inspired bakery and specialty coffee shop located in the heart of Shippensburg. Since opening in 2025, the cafe has earned a reputation for its warm hospitality, thoughtfully crafted menu, and commitment to serving high-quality food and beverages made with organic and non-GMO ingredients. Situated along West King Street, the cafe provides a welcoming gathering place for residents, students, professionals, and visitors alike.

King Street Diner
King Street Diner is a longtime downtown dining destination serving Shippensburg with classic American comfort food in a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere. Conveniently located at the corner of West King Street in the heart of downtown, the diner has become a popular gathering place for residents, students, visitors, and travelers seeking hearty meals, generous portions, and friendly service.

KMJ Diner
KMJ Diner is a locally owned family restaurant serving the Shippensburg community with classic American comfort food, generous portions, and welcoming hospitality. Conveniently located on East King Street, the diner has become a popular destination for residents, travelers, students, and families seeking homestyle meals in a casual and friendly atmosphere.

Mason Jar
The Mason Jar is a locally owned restaurant bringing classic American comfort food and small-town hospitality to downtown Shippensburg. Located on East King Street, the restaurant offers a welcoming, vintage-inspired atmosphere where residents, students, families, and visitors can enjoy freshly prepared meals made with quality ingredients and a commitment to consistency. Its philosophy of “Good Food, Good People, Small Town Charm” reflects the warm and inviting experience guests have come to expect.

Nonna Ilva
Nonna Ilva is an Italian restaurant and pizzeria located in the heart of downtown Shippensburg, bringing authentic Italian flavors and modern culinary creativity to the local dining scene. Situated on West King Street, the restaurant is known for its handcrafted pizzas, traditional Italian dishes, and welcoming atmosphere that attracts residents, students, families, and visitors alike.

Papa Johns Pizza
Papa Johns Pizza is a nationally recognized pizza restaurant serving the Shippensburg community with convenient delivery and carryout options from its location in the Shippensburg Commons Shopping Center. Known for its “Better Ingredients. Better Pizza.” philosophy, the restaurant provides residents, students, families, and local businesses with a dependable source for freshly prepared pizzas and quick, convenient meals

Pizza Hut
Pizza Hut is a nationally recognized pizza restaurant serving the Shippensburg community with dine-in, carryout, curbside pickup, and delivery options from its West King Street location. As one of the most recognizable names in the pizza industry, Pizza Hut provides residents, students, families, and local businesses with convenient access to a wide variety of pizzas, wings, pasta dishes, and family meals

Rice & Pho Vietamese Restaurant
Rice + Pho Vietnamese Restaurant is a locally owned dining destination bringing authentic Vietnamese cuisine and hospitality to downtown Shippensburg. Conveniently located on West King Street, the restaurant offers a welcoming atmosphere where residents, students, and visitors can experience traditional Vietnamese flavors prepared with fresh ingredients and time-honored recipes. Since opening, Rice + Pho has earned a strong reputation for quality food, friendly service, and a commitment to providing an exceptional dining experience.

University Grille
The kitchen leans into steak and seafood, from crab stuffed flounder to peppered ahi tuna to the Oak Barrel sirloin, all built on fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Add a full bar open late, a patio with a fire pit, plus catering and private party space.

Monterrey Tacos
Family run, made to order, and worth the napkins. Monterrey Tacos brings authentic Mexican street food to King Street, from quesabirria and al pastor to burritos, tortas, and churros.

Liberty Bar & Grill
Inside Parx Casino Shippensburg, Liberty Bar & Grill is an upscale but family friendly spot built for both game day and date night. The kitchen turns out stone baked pizzas made to order, loaded burgers, classic sandwiches, and comfort food staples like French onion soup and fish and chips.

Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is a popular frozen treat destination serving the Shippensburg community with a wide variety of refreshing desserts and family-friendly favorites. Conveniently located along Molly Pitcher Highway, Rita’s provides residents, students, families, and visitors with a welcoming place to enjoy handcrafted frozen treats in a fun and inviting atmosphere.

Sakura
Sakura Shippensburg is a locally operated Japanese restaurant offering a diverse selection of sushi, hibachi, ramen, noodle dishes, rice bowls, and Asian-inspired specialties in a welcoming and contemporary setting. Conveniently located in the Shippensburg Shopping Center, Sakura serves residents, students, families, and visitors seeking fresh ingredients, flavorful cuisine, and attentive customer service.

Sip Seoul Market
Sip Seoul Market is a locally owned specialty market and beverage shop bringing Asian-inspired flavors, products, and experiences to downtown Shippensburg. Conveniently located on East King Street, the business offers a unique combination of specialty drinks, snacks, grocery items, and prepared foods, providing residents, students, and visitors with an opportunity to explore a variety of Asian products and culinary favorites in a welcoming environment.

Alfredo's Pizza
Alfredo’s Pizza & Italian Restaurant is a family-owned and operated dining establishment that has become a favorite destination for authentic Italian cuisine in the Shippensburg community. Conveniently located on Baltimore Road, the restaurant is known for its welcoming atmosphere, freshly prepared ingredients, and commitment to providing quality food and exceptional customer service to residents, students, families, and visitors.
