From the bustling streets of downtown Harrisburg to the charming communities of the West Shore, Central Pennsylvania offers a remarkable variety of dining experiences. Whether you’re craving an elegant evening out, a casual family dinner, a neighborhood favorite, or a plate of unforgettable wings, there’s no shortage of exceptional restaurants waiting to be discovered.
Harrisburg Magazine’s 2026 Simply the Best Readers’ Poll celebrates the restaurants that make dining throughout our region something special. Divided between the East and West Shores of the Susquehanna River, these awards recognize outstanding establishments in communities including Harrisburg, Hershey, Hummelstown, Camp Hill, Mechanicsburg, Lemoyne, and New Cumberland.
Chosen by local voters, this year’s Simply the Best and Readers’ Choice winners represent everything from longtime neighborhood institutions to exciting culinary destinations. Each has earned recognition from the people who know the local dining scene best—their customers.
Whether you’re revisiting an old favorite or searching for your next great meal, let the 2026 winners guide you to some of the most celebrated dining destinations on both sides of the river
American Restaurant – East
Simply the Best
Readers’ Choice
American Restaurant – West
Simply the Best
Readers’ Choice
Camp Hill Dining
Simply the Best
Readers’ Choice
Downtown Harrisburg Dining
Simply the Best
Readers’ Choice
East Shore Dining – Other Locations
Simply the Best
Readers’ Choice
Harrisburg – Not Downtown
Simply the Best
Readers’ Choice
Harvest Seasonal Grill – Harrisburg
Hershey/Hummelstown Dining
Simply the Best
Readers’ Choice
Lemoyne/New Cumberland Dining
Simply the Best
Readers’ Choice
Mechanicsburg Dining
Simply the Best
Readers’ Choice
Overall Dining – East
Simply the Best
Readers’ Choice
Overall Dining – West
Simply the Best
Readers’ Choice
West Shore Dining – Other Locations
Simply the Best
Readers’ Choice
Wings – East
Simply the Best
Readers’ Choice
Wings – West
Simply the Best
Readers’ Choice
Als of Hampden/Pizza Boy Brewing Co
