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RIEGELSVILLE INN 10 DELAWARE RD, RIEGELSVILLE, PA 18077

610-749-0100 • RIEGELSVILLEINN COM

The Delaware River stretches over 280 miles from its branch con uences in the Catskill Mountains down to the Delaware Bay and the Atlantic Ocean.

More than 17 million people get their drinking water from the Delaware River basin, including two of the ve largest cities in the U.S.— New York City and Philadelphia. And yet, the river offers so much more than a drinking water supply to the 42 counties and ve states it passes through on its way to the Atlantic Ocean. Steeped in history, dripping with scenic beauty, and essential to the existence of some of the most signi cant communities along the Eastern seaboard, the Delaware River undeniably contributes its share to the lifeblood of the nation. From Gen. George Washington’s celebrated Revolutionary War crossing near Trenton, upstream to the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and into the forests and farmlands of its headwaters, the river offers something for everyone.

Today we want lunch and we have a superbly delectable place to tell you about… Welcome to the Riegelsville Inn. Between the old abandoned canal and the river itself, in the tiny burg of Riegelsville, you will nd the Riegelsville Inn.

These days the original stone building now sports a bright yellow façade and has wonderful views of the river from the balcony with plenty of other outdoor seating to enjoy a spectacular spring afternoon.

The historic building stands on the banks of the beautiful Delaware River across from the bridge that crosses to and from neighboring New Jersey. This 1904 bridge was erected by the Roebling Company, famous for building the Brooklyn Bridge. It is one of six Roebling suspension bridges in Pennsylvania. The bridge was erected at a cost of $30,767. It is a two-cable suspension structure with stiffening trusses. The abutments and one of the two piers are constructed of rubble stone-faced masonry, stone- lled, and build on timber crib foundations.

Although historic – I am not a huge fan of the surfaces on some of these bridges – but my friend Lisa just shrugged her shoulders and gave me a questioning look when I mentioned this to her.

Hmmm? Maybe she is just a far smoother rider than me?

This old stone building was erected circa 1838 by Benjamin Riegel, a local farmer and founder of the town, to serve the river and canal trade. Since then it has passed through many hands and today the restaurant is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, features a weekend brunch as well as the aforementioned variety of seating options from which to choose. Indoors, guests may dine in the casual elegance created by stone walls and wooden beams in the dining rooms or enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the tin-ceilinged Pub. Outside, the Inn boasts both front- and side-porch seating options, canal-side dining behind the building, and an open-air balcony on the second oor overlooking the Delaware River. Its great location makes it a magnet for the riding crowd during the season and it should not be a surprise that the parking lot will be full of machines on a ne sunny day.

Mac made from cavatappi mac, cheddar-jack cheese sauce, buttery garlic crumb topping, green onion.

The Riegelsville Inn offers everything we need for a stop on the Great All American Diner Run – great location, superb roads, comfortable ambiance, and some of the most serious food on this 280-mile river that is so much part of our nation.

To make your lunch that much more enjoyable we will offer you a seriously delicious 127-mile ride as well; from the Monument atop Perkin’s Drive in Harriman State Park, New York, running through three states to the Riegelsville Inn.

Download route here: www.sendspace.com/pro/dl/ps15fz

Ride far. Ride smart. Ride the Backroads!

Yes, they do have dinner (which we enjoyed immensely with a group of friends) and brunch, but we think we’ll stick with lunch this month and enjoy what the inn has to offer.

The menu at the Riegelsville showcases superior American cuisine in uenced by classic French techniques featuring uniquely paired ingredients always prepared from scratch.

If just a bit peckish perhaps just order some snacks – but not your ordinary snack – perhaps some Duck Leg Con t or Escargot, mon ami? How about some of the inn’s Prairie Poutine, Devil’s Eggs, or Lemon Garlic Hummus?

Perhaps The NoToRiOuS B.eE.F…. beef tenderloin tartare, shallots, egg yolk, peppadew, house sweet pickle, Dijon, Tabasco, crostini.

They offer some very interesting “Aged & Cured” cheese selections as well. Cambozola Black Label, Rosey Goat, and a House Boursin – as well as Smoked Trout, and a Cheddar named after a spicy rattlesnake.

As you can see – this might look like a quaint comfy riverside inn but their kitchen is extraordinaire.

Carrying on with these wonderfully different items they offer some great salads and what they label as “Cauldrons” – Lobster Stew, Smoked Pork Chili, and more.

Sandwiches (now called handhelds – as some must be told how a sandwich works) include Lobsta’ Roll, Baker’s BLT, and Lamb Burgers.

That will lead you into the bigger lunches – Fish & Chips, Meat & Salmon Frites, and the Cast Iron