The Hearthside Table brings Authentic Pennsylvania Dutch Flavor to Mt. Pocono
By Pocono Life Staff
MT. POCONO, PA — For decades, visitors to the Pocono Mountains have come for the skiing, the lakes, and the hiking trails. But as of this week, there is a compelling new reason to head to Mt. Pocono that has nothing to do with the outdoors: serious comfort food.
The Hearthside Table, a sprawling new eatery serving authentic Amish and Pennsylvania Dutch cuisine, has officially opened its heavy oak doors on Pocono Boulevard. Housed in a newly timber-framed building that feels centuries old, the restaurant offers a warm, hearty contrast to the fast-food options often found along the Route 611 corridor.
Stepping inside, the noise of the highway immediately fades. The dining room is illuminated by the soft glow of propane-powered lamps and a massive stone fireplace that anchors the back wall. Long, communal wooden tables invite conversation, though smaller booths are available for families seeking privacy. The air smells intensely of fresh yeast rolls and slow-roasted meats.
The kitchen is run on a “farm-to-fork” philosophy that predates modern trends, utilizing seasonal produce and locally sourced dairy.
Favorite Menu Items
The menu at The Hearthside Table is unapologetically substantial, focusing on meals meant to fuel a hard day’s work—or a long day on the slopes.
The immediate standout is the “Barn-Raising” Roast Beef Platter. The beef is slow-cooked for 14 hours until it falls apart at the touch of a fork, served over a mountain of real mashed potatoes and covered in a dark, glossy gravy.
Another must-try is the Brown Buttered Noodles. Far from a simple side dish, these thick, hand-cut egg noodles are chewy, rich, and generously coated in browned butter and toasted breadcrumbs.
For dessert, the bakery counter at the front of the store is dangerous territory. While the whoopie pies the size of saucers are tempting, the signature item is the warm Shoofly Pie, served with a “wet bottom” molasses layer and a heavy crumb topping, best cut with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream.
What Folks Are Saying
Despite a quiet soft opening earlier in the week, word of mouth around Mt. Pocono has been swift, drawing both curious locals and hungry tourists.
“I’ve lived in the Poconos for twenty years, and we’ve desperately needed a place like this. It’s not just the food, which is incredible—it’s the feeling. It tastes like my grandmother’s kitchen. The fried chicken is the best I’ve had north of the Mason-Dixon line.” — Sarah Jenkins, Tobyhanna resident
“We came off the mountain starving after skiing all day at Camelback. We saw the new sign and pulled in. The portions are absolutely massive. My husband got the chicken pot pie, and it could have fed three people. We will definitely be making this our regular stop on our weekend trips.” — Mark D., visitor from New York
Location and Hours
The Hearthside Table does not accept reservations, so guests are encouraged to arrive early, especially on weekends.
The Hearthside Table, 1420 Pocono Blvd (Route 611), Mt. Pocono, PA 18344
Hours: Monday – Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Friday – Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: Closed
