Cafe Magnolia

Name: Cafe Magnolia
Address: 4700 Gettysburg Rd, Mechanicsburg, PA, United States, 17055
Telephone: (717) 901-9700
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

956 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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Cafe Magnolia offers a casual, intimate, but contemporary dining experience. Stringent standards of excellence in service, food presentation, and quality ingredients, married with delicious innovative and traditional cuisine concepts, complete the dining experience. As a friendly reminder, we are a BYOB (no corkage fee).

This winning combination earned the attention from readers of Harrisburg Magazine voting us Readers Choice - Simply the Best! in 2018, 2019, 2021, & 2022! We have also been recognized by Patriot News when they voted Cafe Magnolia Best New Restaurant. Awards have also been received from Central PA Magazine, Susquehanna Style, and The Carlisle Sentinel.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 25, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(717) 901-9700

Other options

Order online

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
American, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(717) 901-9700
Website
http://www.cafe-magnolia.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Chris Mooney
Catering
Cafe Magnolia takes great pride in providing quality food & top-notch customer service. We generally require a 24-hour notice for all caterings, but are more than happy to accommodate any last minute needs.
Private party facilities
Cafe Magnolia takes great pride in providing a top-notch, custom experience to those who plan their special events with us. We regularly host family gatherings, birthday parties, bridal & baby showers, rehearsal dinners, small ceremonies and receptions, work meetings, social clubs, beer clubs, and more.

Location
4700 Gettysburg Rd, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
Neighborhood
Harrisburg
Cross street
Wesley Dr
Parking details
Overflow parking available in surrounding lots
Additional
BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

Popular dishes

Soup$6.00
Havarti Spinach & Artichoke Dip
Served with house tortilla chips
Mozzarella Caprese
Vine tomatoes and fresh mozzarella topped with basil pesto and balsamic glaze
Spanakopita
Crispy phyllo dough stuffed with spinach, feta, and ricotta cheese, served with tzatziki sauce
Bruschetta with Avocado
Avocado spread, marinated tomatoes, red onions, artichoke hearts, Kalamata olives, and basil
Coconut Shrimp
Coconut encrusted shrimp served with a spicy Thai chili dipping sauce

Signature Salads

Favorite Salad in the Whole World
Mixed greens, toasted almonds, shredded coconut and fresh strawberries, topped with coconut encrusted chicken with our house poppy seed dressing with coconut chicken or coconut shrimp
Caesar Salad
Diced romaine hearts topped with shaved Parmesan cheese and house made croutons, paired with a creamy Caesar dressing with grilled chicken, shrimp, salmon, or steak
Southwest Salad
Mixed greens topped with black bean and corn salsa, tomatoes, cheddar cheese, sour cream, and salsa, served with Chipotle ranch with Cajun Chicken, Cajun Shrimp, or Steak
Pittsburgh Steak Salad
Mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, red peppers, and red onion topped with bistro tenderloin grilled to your liking, over French fries, smothered with cheddar cheese with a side of ranch dressing; Grilled or buffalo chicken | steak
Greek Salad
Mixed greens topped with tomatoes, red onions, red peppers, cucumbers, Kalamata olives, Feta cheese, oregano with grilled chicken | salmon | shrimp
Fresh Fruit and Goat Cheese Salad
Fresh almond breaded goat cheese flash fried and served over baby spinach and fresh berries. Served with our house poppy seed dressing. Grilled chicken or coconut chicken, shrimp or salmon

Burgers, Etc.

All burgers served with French fries and pickle

Traditional
American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions and mayonnaise served on a brioche bun. Burger or Grilled Chicken | Beyond Burger
Smokehouse
Sweet and smoky seasoning, cheddar jack cheese, BBQ sauce and apple-wood smoked bacon, served on a brioche bun. Burger or Grilled Chicken | Beyond Burger
Tuscan
Melted fresh mozzarella, pesto, balsamic glaze, spinach, and tomatoes, served on a brioche bun. Burger or Grilled Chicken | Beyond Burger

Café Sandwiches & Wraps

Served with chips

Tuna Melt
Lightly seasoned tuna salad topped with tomato, red onion, pancetta crisp, and melted provolone cheese, served on toasted foccacia bread
California Cheesesteak
Shaved ribeye, sautéed onions, lettuce, tomato, mayo and American cheese served on a hoagie roll
Cheesesteak
Shaved ribeye, sautéed onions, and American cheese served on a hoagie roll
Cranberry & Almond Chicken Salad Sandwich
Pulled chicken mixed with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, toasted almonds and dried cranberries topped with Provolone cheese, lettuce and tomato on toasted wheat bread
Southwest Wrap
Blackened chicken, black bean and corn salsa, tomatoes, Cheddar cheese, sour cream, salsa, and Guacamole in a white wrap
Mediterranean Salmon Wrap
Salmon, mixed greens, tomatoes, onion, Kalamata olives, feta cheese and Greek dressing, served in a white wrap
Turkey Club Wrap
Smoked turkey, apple-wood smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, red onion, provolone and mayonnaise in a spinach wrap
Magnolia Wrap
Coconut chicken, mixed greens, fresh strawberries, toasted almonds, and house poppy seed dressing on a white wrap
Chicken Caesar Wrap
Grilled chicken, romaine, Parmesan cheese, tomatoes, and creamy Caesar dressing in a spinach wrap
Zoe Wrap
Grilled chicken, romaine, pineapple, strawberries, fresh goat cheese, and Sherry vinaigrette, in a spinach wrap
Greek Chicken Wrap
Grilled chicken, tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, red peppers, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, Oregano, and house Greek dressing, served in a white wrap

Kid's Menu

Choice of side: French fries, sweet potato fries, oranges, mixed fruit, side salad, chips

Chicken Tenders
Grilled Chicken
Pasta with Butter
Salmon
Steak

What 956 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.2Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Hershey / Harrisburg
Best Overall
Hershey / Harrisburg
Best Food
Hershey / Harrisburg
Best Value
Hershey / Harrisburg
Good for business meals
Hershey / Harrisburg
Healthy
Hershey / Harrisburg
Neighborhood gem
Hershey / Harrisburg
Romantic
Hershey / Harrisburg
Good for special occasions
Hershey / Harrisburg
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BrugseZot
Philadelphia
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall2food2service4ambience2
Our meals were just OK. Not good enough to want to return.
SP
StevePA
Philadelphia
9 reviews
3.0
9 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall3food3service3ambience1
A disappointing experience. Not much else I can say.
m
michael
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent food. Really good people. Well priced. BYOB.
MB
MB300
Philadelphia
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall2food2service3ambience2
I ordered the Chicken Marsala - the chicken was awful. I could barely cut it with a knife - tasted like it had been cooked, and re-warmed in a microwave. We were also seated in the hallway between the hostess stand and the dining room. Everyone had to squeeze by our table to get to the restroom and back to their table. The whole experience was bad. It will be awhile before I eat here again.
F
Fearl
Mobile
32 reviews
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great traditional burgers and salads for lunch. Server Jen was awesome and owner Jackie was so kind and attentive!
DG
DeniseG
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 22, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
Good food, the salmon wrap is fantastic. We also had two good appetizers. Nice restaurant. My only complaint is that I requested a quiet table and although we passed two quiet table for two in a hallway, we were seated in a crowded small room. But it was a good lunch and we will be back. I wish there were more vegetarian options on the menu.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
This was our first time dining here. We were very impressed with the food, from the coconut shrimp, salads and our entrees of Chicken Fettuccini Alfredo and Chicken Marsala. Superb. And the service was friendly and prompt. We will definitely be back soon.
MN
MNReviewer
Philadelphia
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always enjoy Cafe Magnolia for special occasions. There's always something new and delicious on the menu every time we dine there.
JA
JoseA
Thailand
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great dinner , food and ambience. The service was nice.
l
lynng
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, Cafe Magnolia is a pleasant setting to enjoy quality food and service. I’ve never had a bad meal there.
GM
GregoryM
Philadelphia
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
The food was delicious. We will definitely return.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful dinner venue with girlfriends. Food was fantastic and so tasteful. Service was excellent. I did find the area was a little on the noisy side but would not deter me from returning.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We had a great dinner. We didn’t realize it was BYOB, or we would’ve grabbed a bottle of wine on the way in. No matter, our food was delicious and our server was very attentive and kind. People around us were there for the long haul when we’re usually good for about an hour or an hour and a half and then we’re done.
PM
PatriciaM
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, eclectic atmosphere, wonderful service. Great place for a girls get together. One of my favorites is jess's coconut chicken salad (favorite in the whole wide world)
KK
KitKat72969
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner. The food, service and atmosphere was wonderful. Our only complaint was that the area we were seated in was chilly and didn't seem to hold the heat as we could see the thermostat was set for 70 but the room was only registering at 66. Other than that we thoroughly enjoyed our time there and will definitely be back! Thank you!
ST
SusanT
Pittsburgh
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always super great service friendly staff and great food. One of our favorites would definitely recommend cafe magnolia
TH
TomH
Philadelphia
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience, excellent food as always. Love eating here.
KH
KarlaH
Philadelphia
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Took my daughter there for dinner and they accommodated Mac and cheese dinner just for her.
C
Cupid
Philadelphia
30 reviews
vip
2.0
30 reviews
Dined on December 26, 2022
overall2food1service2ambience2
Where do I begin? Server took about 15 minutes to take our order even though she is the one that seated us. There was a big party going on in the other room so maybe thats why. The floors were filthy -food all over them-chips etc. Soup came out cold had to send it back. Entrees came out before reheated soup came back. She had to take my salad back because I asked for no tomatoes or cucumbers and it was evident someone just dug their hand in there to remove those items even though she said 'I had him make you a new one" I had a Pgh salad and the fries were cold and the cheese melted on top of a nasty piece of mushy chicken. Everyone else said their meals were fair. I wont be going back
S
Speedy
Atlanta Metro
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Tiny room and close to everyone. A long delay between seating and server coming over.
AL
AimeeL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious menu, everyone can find something, from foodies to traditionalists.
SP
StevePA
Philadelphia
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience4
Overall, ok. I ordered one of the specials, short ribs. What I received looked like shredded pot roast or brisket. Flavor was ok but definitely not a short rib. My wife’s salmon was cooked to perfection and very tasty. We’ve had better meals at this restaurant.
G
Grambo11
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always the food was delicious. Only one negative comment. My friend got the salmon wrap and she said she would not order it again because it was too salty. I had the same thing and I enjoyed it. Others had the Jess's Favorite Salad and loved it as do I. We'll be back probably sometime in the Spring. Six of my friends are from Halifax so hopefully they'll spread the word about the great restaurant in Camp Hill called Magnolia.
F
Fearl
Mobile
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great experience!
m
mkinpa
Philadelphia
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
charming setting with a yummy menu. Our server was friendly and attentive.
JF
JeanneF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our dinners were delicious and the service was excellent!
ME
MELN
Detroit
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
This is the first time I ate indoors. The ambience is fair and we sat next to a large party that was loud. The food is good but I definitely enjoy the outdoor seating.
F
Fearl
Mobile
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was cooked as ordered. Server Jen was outstanding.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good and service were great!
M
Maggiek
Philadelphia
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 29, 2022
overall3food5service5ambience4
Food was tasty, but the scallop dish was way over priced.
L
Love2eat
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Most importantly, the food was great. My server was excellent and friendly. Dining room could use some updating. Tables are close together.
MW
MikeW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Both food and service was excellent and I highly recommend.
KO
KarenO
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Food is really delicious! Every time I have gone there it does not disappoint.
H
Hbgcouple
Philadelphia
52 reviews
vip
5.0
52 reviews
Dined on October 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Friend & I each had one of the specials…. I had lamb chops… tender & delicious…. friend had pork schnitzel… pumpkin cheesecake for dessert! All staff was friendly & attentive!
A
Anna
Philadelphia
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on September 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were celebrating a friend and the waitress was very accommodating.
M
Mimi
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Comfortable environment for conversations, not too loud. Food was excellent.
P
Paul
Philadelphia
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent quality of the food and it its BYOB. Easy parking.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
17 reviews
vip
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
The menu is limited. It would be nice to offer 2 size portions for salads etc.
H
Honeypumpkins
Baltimore
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Food is usually very good. The Chicken Marsala had a thicker sauce than I had before. Didn’t like the sauce as much but the chicken was very tender. The menu has become too limited.
TR
ThomasR
Philadelphia
21 reviews
4.0
21 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
I like everything about the Cafe except its very limited menu.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Cafe Magnolia using the Order Online button. Cafe Magnolia also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (717) 901-9700.

Cafe Magnolia is rated 4.6 stars by 956 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 25, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(717) 901-9700

Other options

Order online

4700 Gettysburg Rd, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Wesley Dr
Neighborhood
Harrisburg
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
American, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Overflow parking available in surrounding lots
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Chris Mooney
Additional
BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

Website
http://www.cafe-magnolia.com/
Phone number
(717) 901-9700
Catering
Cafe Magnolia takes great pride in providing quality food & top-notch customer service. We generally require a 24-hour notice for all caterings, but are more than happy to accommodate any last minute needs.
Private party facilities
Cafe Magnolia takes great pride in providing a top-notch, custom experience to those who plan their special events with us. We regularly host family gatherings, birthday parties, bridal & baby showers, rehearsal dinners, small ceremonies and receptions, work meetings, social clubs, beer clubs, and more.

Cafe Magnolia

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Other options

Dining areas

Additional information

Coconut Shrimp

Steak

Steak & Cake

Soups & Appetizers

Soup$6.00

Havarti Spinach & Artichoke Dip

Mozzarella Caprese

Spanakopita

Bruschetta with Avocado

Coconut Shrimp

Signature Salads

Favorite Salad in the Whole World

Caesar Salad

Southwest Salad

Pittsburgh Steak Salad

Greek Salad

Fresh Fruit and Goat Cheese Salad

Burgers, Etc.

Traditional

Smokehouse

Tuscan

Café Sandwiches & Wraps

Tuna Melt

California Cheesesteak

Cheesesteak

Cranberry & Almond Chicken Salad Sandwich

Southwest Wrap

Mediterranean Salmon Wrap

Turkey Club Wrap

Magnolia Wrap

Chicken Caesar Wrap

Zoe Wrap

Greek Chicken Wrap

Kid's Menu

Chicken Tenders

Grilled Chicken

Pasta with Butter

Salmon

Steak

Overall ratings and reviews

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Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

FAQs

Does Cafe Magnolia offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Cafe Magnolia restaurant rated?

Is Cafe Magnolia currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Other options

Dining areas

Additional information