Cooper's Seafood House, 701 N. Washington Ave., +1 570 346-6883, . M-Th 11AM-12AM, F and Sa 11AM-2AM, Su 12PM-12AM. Seafood fare. Extremely large selection of specialty beers (~15 on tap, 200+ bottles). Cooper Seafood House has been owned and operated by the Cooper family since 1948. Cooper's has become a landmark in Scranton PA. the building was originally the passenger station of the Erie - Lackawanna Train Station. Over the years the exterior of the building has been remodeled to resemble a full sized pirate ship. Cooper's houses the ship's pub, the lighthouse bar (most recent addition consisting of a giant lighthouse that extends upwards off the side of the building), the tiki bar deck, the whale room, the train room and the private coral room.
Old Forge style pizza (besides in the borough of Old Forge 10 to 15 min. south) can be had at a number of city eateries. Also try pierogies, a pasta filled with a potato and cheese filling.
Pizza by Pappas, 303 N. Washington Ave., +1 570 346-2290, . 10" specialty pizza, hoagies, pierogies, etc. $5-10.
Don Pancho Villa, 2124 Pittston Ave., +1 570 540-0290, . Authentic Mexican cuisine. Small and cozy. $5-$10. Open everyday 11AM-9PM, except Wednesday!
Farley's, 300 Adams Ave., +1 570 346-3000, . Steak, seafood, and other options. $10-25.
Vince the Pizza Prince, 600 Pittston Ave. (also a location in nearby Clarks Summit), +1 570 347-0675, . Closed Monday and Tuesday. One of Scranton's best and most unique pizzas, since 1955.
Osaka, 244 Adams Street, ☎ 570.341.9600, . Japanese cuisine! Watch them prepare your food from the bar or have it served right to your table. Best sushi in town and half off on Sundays between 1-9! Get your chopsticks ready! �
Glider Diner, 890 Providence Road, ☎ 570.343.8036, . 24 hrs Mon-Sat. Burgers, fries, shakes- all great at any hour here! Plus much more for less! The Glider Diner is not only a restaurant but offers catering services as well. Their food is delicious and highly recommended when visiting Scranton. �
Chicks Diner is on 1032 Moosic St in Scranton, PA. Open 24 hours, it is a great place to get food any time of the day. The 50's style diner has been a staple of Scranton for the past several decades. It is best known for its late night menu (popular late night dish - french fries with gravy). It is a great place to eat and a great atmosphere.
Coney Island Texas Lunch (The Original Coney Island), 100 Cedar Ave., ☎ (570)-961-8288, . The restaurant has been operating since 1923, originally owned by Steve Karampilas. Over the years it has changed owner, but still makes the best texas wieners in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The special sauce is key to their deliciousness. Always made fresh, consisting of a soft national roll, hotdog, spicy mustard, raw onions, and the infamous Coney Island sauce. Coney Island offers a casual atmosphere with great service and a great product at an affordable price in a place that everyone can enjoy. �
Nickie's Fabulous Hoagies, 1309 Swetland st., ☎ (570)-961-9061. Great place to get a delicious hoagie or slices of pizza. This little "mom and pop" store has little aesthetic appeal from the inside or outside but what it lacks in looks it makes up for in taste. There is not a real place to sit inside the little store, but all you really need to do is walk in, order, pay, walk out and enjoy! Nickie’s Fabulous Hoagies is a little hole in the wall in West Scranton, which some may find unappealing at first, but once you've eaten there you will have to go back for more! �
Kelly's Pub & Eatery, 1802 Cedar Ave., ☎ (570)-346-9758, . Kelly's is best known for their wings. Their wings are crispy, all white meat wings and thighs, in an incomparable sauce that makes them irresistible after one bite. They have a $0.25 wing night on Wednesdays. Make sure you make reservations or go early because it is a very popular place for good food and cold beers! (especially on Wednesday nights). �
Buona Pizza, 504 Lackawanna Ave, ☎ (570) 342-4032. Offers a variety of Pizzeria style food but your best bet is sticking with the pizza. Their large trays are enormous, the pizza is delicious, but if you do not like greasy food then shy away from Buona Pizza. �
City Cafe Mediterranean Restaurant, 116 N. Washington Ave., ☎ (570) 343-3550, . Authentic Mediterranean cuisine in a casual, relaxed atmosphere. Not your typical restaurant especially for Scranton. Open for lunch Monday - Thursday and lunch and dinner on Friday and Saturday. Dinner features change weekly. BYOB! �
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