Dutchmaid Deck

Dutchmaid Deck

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A unique, all-outdoor restaurant with a lively deck atmosphere, known for casual American bar food and signature Orange Crushes.

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Dutchmaid Deck

Dutchmaid Deck

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Must-see attractions

A unique, all-outdoor restaurant with a lively deck atmosphere, known for casual American bar food and signature Orange Crushes.

"Great atmosphere, good food, and amazing Orange Crushes make this a must-visit spot."

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Reserve Ahead

Make reservations in advance, especially during busy periods to ensure a table.

Try the Orange Crush

Don't miss their specialty Orange Crush for a truly refreshing and popular drink experience.

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Quick Facts

Closed·Opens 11AM

Cuisine

American

Price

Mid-range

Phone

(717) 721-3325

Address

222 N Reading Rd l, Ephrata, PA 17522, USA

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Vibrant Outdoor Deck Dining

Vibrant Outdoor Deck Dining

Enjoying the expansive outdoor deck with live DJs and a lively atmosphere, perfect for casual hangouts.

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Signature Orange Crush

Signature Orange Crush

Sip on their highly recommended and refreshing Orange Crush cocktails, a patron favorite.

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Delicious Toasted Cheeseburgers

Delicious Toasted Cheeseburgers

Savor delicious and perfectly prepared toasted cheeseburgers, a highlight for many visitors.

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Reserve Ahead

Make reservations in advance, especially during busy periods to ensure a table.

Try the Orange Crush

Don't miss their specialty Orange Crush for a truly refreshing and popular drink experience.

Chilled Draft Beer

Beer lovers, ask for chilled glasses to elevate your draft beer enjoyment.

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Reserve Ahead

Make reservations in advance, especially during busy periods to ensure a table.

Try the Orange Crush

Don't miss their specialty Orange Crush for a truly refreshing and popular drink experience.

Chilled Draft Beer

Beer lovers, ask for chilled glasses to elevate your draft beer enjoyment.

What Travellers Say

4.6
(491k reviews)

Reviews Summary

The Dutchmaid Deck offers a unique outdoor dining experience with a lively atmosphere and signature drinks like the Orange Crush. While many praise the food quality and the casual vibe, some reviews mention inconsistent service and a decline in food quality over time. It's a popular spot for its deck setting and bar offerings.

"Our first visit, we really enjoyed it there. It was very relaxing, The waitress was very nice. With the trip if you go"

Bill Mac

"Went tonight with my friend. I’ve been here before and have always had great service but tonight was off. We sat at the bar and arrived at 6pm. The male bartender in a blue shirt was quite rude. My friend asked for a drink recommendation and he said “water” followed by “beer or seltzer.” I understand they were busy but a decent bartender would have made a simple drink or recommended an actual drink. The attitude was surprising and he came back 20 minutes later to ask about food to which we said we will close out. I paid $9 for an orange crush and left. 2 stars because drink was good but service was AWFUL."

Tess Baldwin

"So unique.. the whole restaurant is one big deck.. it's very informal and we expected typically "OK" bar food. But it was great, fresh, prepared perfectly. A great restaurant."

Don Moore

What People Like

Outdoor deck atmosphere
Refreshing Orange Crush cocktails
Delicious toasted cheeseburgers

What People Dislike

Inconsistent service
Past decline in food quality

Frequently Asked Questions

It's primarily an all-outdoor dining experience on a large deck, offering a lively atmosphere, especially with live music or DJs.

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Reservations are recommended, especially during peak times, to ensure you can get a table.

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The Orange Crush is a highly recommended specialty drink that many patrons love.

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While it aims to be family-friendly, some reviews suggest it can be more of a bar with food, and service can be inconsistent.

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The menu features casual American cuisine, focusing on bar food like wings, mac and cheese, and burgers.

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The Deck is typically open from late spring to fall, as it is an outdoor dining establishment.

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For some casual American cooking, look no further than The Dutchmaid Deck, often referred to as The Deck. With lots of appetizing bar food and drinks, The Deck is attached to a local motel that features a large outdoor dining area. Their comfort food includes wings, mac and cheese, and burgers, and they often have live DJs bringing unique mixes to the dining and lounge experience.

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Last night at The Deck with @santinadolce and @divzz11 before #santinagoestoaz 🌵Missing @y_patrushev 😘 #imnotgoingtocry #butreally #allthetears 😭. A post shared by Michaela Werner (@michaela.paige) on Aug 8, 2015 at 9:07pm PDT. Read reviews:4.35/5 on Facebook / 3/5 on Yelp

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As the name suggests, The Deck is just that, an entirely outdoor restaurant!. While they’re only open from late spring to fall, The Deck is one of the most popular restaurants in town when they’re open. The menu is light-fare and all hand-crafted.

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