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TASTE THIS
TASTE THIS! It’s Friday. What’s for lunch?
As usual Harrisburg Magazine staffers can’t wait for Fridays since they know that lunchtime will be special. It’s the time they can relax and put their editorial taste buds to work by sampling items from local restaurants and offering their candid reviews in return. As we’ve stated, when “Taste This!” was launched in March, the idea was simple: a local eatery would provide lunch and in return get a food review, both in print and online. We thought it would be a win-win situation for all and it was. The first three local eateries to respond were declared charter members and they included Soul House Café, Hong Kong Ruby and Market Street Deli. For the record, we’re still practicing social distancing and wearing our masks, and we’re just as hungry as ever. On Fridays, we can’t wait to sample what’s out there and look forward to accurately conveying the taste, texture, smell and presentation of the food items before us on for our readers.
At present, eleven local eateries have provided the delicious lunches and desserts that we looked forward to tasting. We would like to thank all eleven for allowing us to sample real food instead of relying on our brown bag lunches from home.
If your eatery would like to be featured in Harrisburg Magazine then reach out to us. Contact your sales representative directly, call the main office at 717-233-0109, or contact Editor Jackie Goodwin, at jgoodwin@harrisburgmagazine.com.
FLINCHY’S
Flinchy’s is the place to go if you want a casual comfortable atmosphere along with great food. Home of the hot rock, Flinchy’s takes dining out to a whole new level. And when items from Flinchy’s menu are delivered to your office there’s no better feeling: you can’t wait to dig in. Flinchy's menu consists of succulent, savory and spicy options, as well as, time honored favorites such as steaks, pasta, wings, and burgers. Check Flinchy’s website for scheduled live music in the Biergarten and other events.
1833 Hummel Ave., Camp Hill, PA 17011 · (717) 761-9000 www.flinchys.com
HERE’S WHAT WE SAY ABOUT FLINCHY’S
“To the entire Flainchy’s team thank you so much. What an incredible spread. All of the food was absolutely delicious. The wraps, wings, salads, chips and dips were superb.” —Chris Aloia, Director of Sales and Marketing
“I really loved the Twisted Turkey sandwich. It was so tasty.” —JoAnn Shover, Account Executive
The Philly Cheesesteak was delicious. I also loved the Twisted Turkey sandwich. The nacho chips were great, too.” —Darwin Oordt, President/CEO
“The Philly Cheesesteak was great. The role was fresh and the steak and cheese cooked to perfection. I loved the Asian wings. What a mouthful of flavor.” —Mike Jurosky, Account Executive
“I loved the Insalata Caprese Panini. What a great sandwich. I also loved the chips. Fantastic lunch.” —Jackie Goodwin, Editor
JUST BAKED CAKE AND PIES
Just Baked Cakes & Pies brands itself as offering desserts that remind you of Grandma and it doesn’t disappoint. With so many choices to put into our thankful mouths it is sure ecstasy. Sugar fiends never had it so good at Just Baked Cakes & Pies. The shop offers crowd favorites like cupcakes (seven types) to specialized individual desserts such as banana pudding just like your Mother used to make but better (sorry, Mom) to cobblers, cheesecakes, pound cakes and cakes like peanut butter chocolate cake, red velvet cake and carrot cake. You can also order 6,” 8” and 10” inch cakes for special occasions or just to end a family meal.
270 Verbeke Street, Harrisburg PA 17102 Just Baked Cakes & Pies can be accessed directly from the side entrance of Midtown Scholar Bookstore (717) 236-3636
HERE’S WHAT WE SAY ABOUT JUST BAKED CAKES & PIES
“These desserts were amazing! Oh my goodness. They were all so good. The Lemon Burst Cheesecake was definitely my favorite, but the Nutella was a close second, all really delicious.” --Laura Reich, Graphic Designer
“The Strawberry Ripple, Lemon Burst Cheesecake and the Banana Pudding were fantastic.” --JoAnn Shover, Account Executive
“I loved all of the desserts. They were fantastic.” --Darwin Oordt, President/CEO
“The Banana Pudding was very creamy. It was not too sweet. It was perfect. Loved it!” --Mike Jurosky, Account Executive
“Best desserts I’ve had in a very long time. Thank you, Tammy.” --Ross Burnett, Account Executive
“All of the desserts were delicious, especially the Lemon Burst Cheesecake. Yummy!” --Jackie Goodwin, Editor
TEXAS ROADHOUSE
Texas Roadhouse is America’s favorite steak house chain and a close inspection of their full menu shows why they hold this distinction. With an extensive menu that focuses on handcut steaks which are never frozen, the restaurant also offers ribs chicken and seafood, in addition to burgers, sandwiches, salads and appetizers. Entrees are made from scratch, all at an affordable price. It is a fact. Texas Roadhouse’s fall-off-the bone ribs, made from scratch sides, and fresh baked bread are legendary.
3529 Union Deposit Rd., Harrisburg, PA 17109 (717) 565-1194 www.texasroadhouse.com
HERE’S WHAT WE SAY ABOUT TEXAS ROADHOUSE
“The steak was so tender and the catfish seasoned to perfection. Definitely a 5-star lunch!” --JoAnn Shover, Account Executive
“What a perfect lunch. All items were delicious. Thank you !” --Darwin Oordt, President/CEO
“Love, love, love, Texas Roadhouse! It is definitely one of my favorite places to eat. All food items were delicious. I love Texas Roadhouse’s rolls! I could basically live off of them.” --Laura Reich, Graphic Designer
“I loved that Texas Roadhouse sent different samples of their menu items for us to taste. Everything was delicious.” --Mike Jurosky, Account Executive
“I can’t get enough of Texas Roadhouse. It’s the best.” --Ross Burnett, Account Executive
“I loved the steak tenderloin. It was so tasty. I also loved all of the fixings that accompanied the main entrée items.” --Jackie Goodwin, Editor
GABRIEL’S PIZZA
Everyone in the neighborhood knows the pizza at Gabriel’s is pretty darn delicious and worth checking out if you’re not familiar with the area. Nothing fancy inside Gabriel’s but the food is super delicious. If you want to try something different than pizza this is where Gabriel’s Pizza soars above the rest. Gabriel’s Pizza offers crispy and soft tacos, enchiladas, quesadillas, burritos and tamales with salsa, guacamole, and sour cream on the side. That’s not to say you can’t order favorites such subs, salads, dinners and appetizers, it’s just that, unlike typical pizza places, Gabriel’s takes its menu a step above the rest with its authentic Mexican selections, something you’ll not find at most pizza joints.
3914 N 6th Street, Harrisburg, PA 17011 Menu available at places.singleplatform.com Order at www.ubereats.com (717) 234-8482
HERE’S WHAT WE SAY ABOUT GABRIEL’S PIZZA
--Chris Aloia, Director of Sales and Marketing
“The steak soft taco and the chicken soft taco were delicious. I also really enjoyed the taco salad. I give them 5-stars.” --JoAnn Shover, Account Executive “I liked all of the selections. The taco salad was great and the tacos very tasty.” --Darwin Oordt, President/CEO
“The tacos were simply the best.”
“The soft steak taco was very tasty. With the fresh cilantro, tender steak and nice seasoning it was a perfect lunch. The Italian hoagie was delicious. The role was fresh and the dressing tasty.” --Mike Jurosky, Account Executive
OD’S FISH HOUSE
Bringing fresh and flavorful Southern-style seafood and sides to Harrisburg residents, Od’s Fish House is a city staple that has won the hearts—and stomachs of—locals. Over the years, Od’s Fish House has garnered a passionate following who flock to the place with mouths wide open especially for the fried catfish sandwich. Other seafood selections are also available. So what are you waiting for? Visit Od’s Fish House during your next seafood craving. It’s off the hook.
HERE’S WHAT WE SAY ABOUT OD’S FISH HOUSE
“The fried catfish had a great coating. It was a very good sandwich.” --JoAnn Shover, Account Executive
“Great fish sandwich! The catfish was well done and delicious.” --Laura Reich, Graphic Designer
“While I usually do not eat fish, I tried the fired catfish. Minutes later I was on my second sandwich. It was very good.” --Ross Burnett, Account Executive
“The catfish was fried just like it’s done down south. Very tasty sandwich.” --Jackie Goodwin, Editor 7
