What If... of Hershey

Name: What If... of Hershey
Address: 845 E. Chocolate Ave, Hershey, PA, United States, 17033
Telephone: (717) 533-5858
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.4

4.4

813 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

845 E. Chocolate Ave, Hershey, PA 17033

About this restaurant

Romantic
Good for special occasions
Innovative

We are now offering delivery within a 10 mile radius of the restaurant. Take Out is also available.

The What If... of Hershey, is located in the sweetest place on earth, Hershey, Pennsylvania. We pride ourselves on reasonably priced, quality food and drinks! We have been in business for over 20 years now and are family owned and operated, with one of the best happy hours in town.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Contemporary European
Hours of operation
Lunch: Friday - Saturday: 12:00pm - 4:00pm; Dinner: Sunday - Thursday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday - Saturday: 4:00pm - 11:00pm
Phone number
(717) 533-5858
Website
http://www.whatifdining.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
What If… Will help plan your next event! Let us plan your next baby or bridal shower, engagement party, rehearsal dinner, wedding reception graduation, fundraiser, business meeting or corporate event, birthday, anniversary, class or family reunion, retirement, funeral, youth banquet, holiday party or whatever the occasion may be! What If…of Hershey offers private banquet rooms or we can provide off premise, full service catering services.

Location
845 E. Chocolate Ave, Hershey, PA 17033
Neighborhood
Hershey
Cross street
Main Street Hershey
Parking details
Bus & RV Parking available
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Pan Seared Scallops$14.00
Strawberry Mango Salsa, Balsamic Reduction
Edamame Dumplings$14.00
Fried, Sweet Chili Sauce
Mac N Cheese$12.00
Cheddar, Parmesan, Gruyere, Grape Tomatoes, Asparagus
Baked Brie$13.00
Puff Pastry, Fig Jam, Almonds
Petite Crab Cakes
Basil Pesto, Lemon Pepper Aioli
- MKT
Assorted Bruschetta$13.00
Roasted Peppers, Tomato Basil, Olivada, Edamame Feta Hummus, Grilled Bread
Eggplant Napoleon$12.00
Panko Encrusted, Mozzarella, Roasted Peppers, Spinach, Balsamic Drizzle, Marinara
Café Portobello$14.00
Lump Crab Meat, Mornay Sauce, Balsamic Drizzle
Pierogis$12.00
Peppers & Onions, Sour Cream
Black Bean Margarita$9.00
Black Beans, Guacamole, Salsa, Sour Cream, Corn Tortilla Chips
Blackened Ahi Tuna$12.00
Ginger, Wasabi, Yuzu Sauce
Crab Martini
Chilled Colossal Jumbo Lump Crab Meat, Tartar, Cocktail or Drawn Butter
- MKT
Crab Dip$13.00
Four Cheeses, Artichokes, Spinach, Lump Crab Meat, Baked in a Boule
Lollipop Lamb Chops$14.00
Char-Grilled, Tzatziki
Fried Calamari$11.00
Banana Pepper Rings, Marinara or Lemon Pepper Aioli
Steamed Mussels or Clams$12.00
Marinara or Garlic White Wine Sauce

Specialty Salads

Our Selection of House-Made Dressings: Ranch, Bleu Cheese, Parmesan Peppercorn, Poppyseed, French or Thousand Island. Our House-Made Vinaigrettes: Balsamic (House), Vanilla, Raspberry, Lemon, Greek or Italian. Add to Any Salads: Blackened Shrimp, Tuna, Salmon | $7; Scallops, Lump Crab, Lollipop Lamb Chops | $9; Grilled Chicken, Sesame Chicken | $6; Steak $9

Summer
Organic Mixed Greens, Strawberries, Blueberries, Almonds, Vanilla Vinaigrette
- With Entrée$4.50
- With Appetizer$6.50
- Ala Carte$9.50
Arugula
Feta Croutons, Cashews, Sun Dried Apricots, Lemon Vinaigrette
- With Entré$4.50
- With Appetizer$6.50
- Ala Carte$9.50
Spinach
Egg, Red Onions, Mushrooms, Crispy Prosciutto, Poppyseed Dressing
- With Entrée$4.50
- With Appetizer$6.50
- Ala Carte$9.50
The Wedge
Iceberg, Prosciutto, Bleu Cheese Crumbles, Bleu Cheese Dressing
- With Entrée$4.50
- With Appetizer$6.50
- Ala Carte$9.50
Caesar
Hearts of Romaine, (Grilled, if you like!) Croutons, Parmesan, Caesar Dressing
- With Entrée$4.50
- With Appetizer$6.50
- Ala Carte$9.50
Gorgonzola
Organic Greens, Sun-Dried Cranberries, Walnuts, Gorgonzola Croutons, Balsamic Vinaigrette
- With Entrée$4.50
- With Appetizer$6.50
- Ala Carte$9.50
Greek
Romaine, Red Cabbage, Kalamata Olives, Cucumbers, Pepperoncini, Red Onion, Tomato, Feta, Greek Vinaigrette
- With Entrée$4.50
- With Appetizer$6.50
- Ala Carte$9.50

Tossed Salad

Garden Tossed
Organic Mixed Greens, Rainbow Carrots, Red Cabbage, Cucumber, Tomato
- With Entrée$2.00
- With Appetizer$4.50
- Ala Carte$7.50

Entrées

All Entrees include, Chef's Choice of Starch & Vegetable. Upgrade to one of our: Tossed Salad $2 with an Entrée, Specialty Salads $4.50 with an Entrée

Chicken

Chicken Piccata$20.00
Oven Roasted Half Chicken, Lemon Caper Sauce
Chicken Al Fresco$20.00
Grilled, Pesto Laced Pasta, Tomato Basil Mozzarella Salsa
Chicken Milanese$19.00
Garlic Parmesan Crust, Artichokes, Tomatoes, Lemon Pepper Aioli, Lemon Vinaigrette Tossed Arugula, Shaved Parmesan
Parmigiana$22.00
Hand-Breaded, Fresh Herb Marinara, Pasta Chicken or Eggplant
- Veal$19.00

Hand-Cut Steaks, Veal & Pork

Additions: Crab Mornay, Shrimp Scampi, or Crab Cake | $8; Sautéed Mushrooms & Onions | $4

Filet Mignon$33.00
8 oz. Choice, Marinated, Char-Grilled, Garlic Herb Butter
Prime Sirloin$25.00
10 oz. Angus Reserve, Marinated, Char-Grilled, Garlic Butter
Kansas City NY Strip$29.00
12oz. Char-Grilled, Angus Reserve, Onion Ring Garnish
Rack of Lamb$29.00
Pepper- Berry Encrusted, Sun-Dried Cherry Demi Glaze
Bone-In Pork Chop
12 oz. Premium French Cut, Creatively Prepared by our Chef Daily!
- MKT
Pork Osso Buco$28.00
Braised Au Jus, Roasted Vegetables
Bone-In Veal Chop
18 oz. Choice, Creatively Prepared by our Chef Daily!
- MKT
Veal Frangelico$22.00
Sautéed Mango, Hazelnuts & Walnuts, Frangelico Sauce
- Chicken$19.00

Seafood

Cioppino$30.00
Shrimp, Scallops, Clams, Mussels, Lobster, Spicy Tomato Broth
Baked Seafood$28.00
Crab Stuffed Scallops, Shrimp, Lemon Butter, Herbed Bread Crumbs, Served in Crock
Salmon du Jour
Creatively Prepared by our Chef Daily!
- MKT
Broiled Colossal Crab Cakes
Tartar, Cocktail or Drawn Butter

Pasta

Gluten-Free Pasta & Pizza Available, Add $2

Lobster Ravioli
Lobster-Stuffed Ravioli, Mimosa Sauce, Parmesan
- Small$16.00
- Full$19.00
Three Cheese Ravioli
Ricotta, Parmesan, Romano Pecorino, Tomatoes, Peas, Sweet Corn, Shaved Parmesan, Basil Butter
- Small$13.00
- Full$16.00
Linguini White Clam
White Wine Sauce, Garlic Butter
- Small$15.00
- Full$19.00
Pesto Grilled Shrimp
Grilled Shrimp, Basil Pesto, Pine Nuts, Tomatoes, Feta, Pasta
- Small$16.00
- Full$20.00
Grilled Shrimp Gnocchi
Mix of Hot & Sweet Peppers, Garlic Infused Olive Oil
- Small$16.00
- Full$20.00
Tuscan Pasta$13.00
Hot & Sweet Peppers, Spinach, Roasted Tomatoes, Capers, Artichokes, Oregano, Garlic, Olive Oil, Chili Flakes, Parmesan, Pasta
- Crab, Chicken, Shrimp or Scallops (Small)$18.00
- Crab, Chicken, Shrimp or Scallops (Full)$23.00
Summer Basil Alfredo
Parmesan Cream Sauce, Peas, Mushrooms, Pasta
- Small$13.00
- Full$16.00
- Crab, Chicken, Shrimp or Scallops (Small)$18.00
- Crab, Chicken, Shrimp or Scallops (Full)$23.00

What 813 people are saying

What If... of Hershey reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.4

4.4 based on all time ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.1Ambience
2.3Value

Noise • Moderate

813 Reviews

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jellyfishart
Philadelphia18 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 13, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The crab cakes are divine. My favorite place to get crab cakes. We also had the cobble for dessert. It was delicious! :)
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Carol
Philadelphia18 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 4, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service were excellent as always...consistently delicious food and cocktails...you can always rely on What If for a great meal and awesome service!
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GLENNB
Philadelphia3 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 14, 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food was excellent and service was good. Noise was very loud. Also when i made the reservation i put down we were celebrating a birthday and nothing was every mentioned. Other then that excellent.
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CatherineL
Philadelphia1 review
5.0
Dined on March 13, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were excellent. We always enjoy going to What If.
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Awesome VIP
Philadelphia29 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 10, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always great food and great service. A BIG Thank you-thank you very much to our server, Jennie, or maybe it was Jenny, who was awesome to say the least.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Seattle1 review
4.0
Dined on March 6, 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I usually have great food at this restaurant. The halibut fish and chips I ordered was not up to their usual standard.
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scott6610
Baltimore2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 6, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time there. Best meal I have had in a very long time. Filet Mignon was so tender. Waitress was great. Just a great place.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia3 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 5, 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Got the filet....absolutely delish. Portions are smallish as compared to other restaurants I go to....but flavor of the food is very good. Service is a bit relaxed (drinks can wait a bit to be filled)...but our waitress was very friendly.
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BrianP
Charlotte1 review
4.0
Dined on March 1, 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Food was excellent, service was good. I will return....
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Mars
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 29, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What if is my favorite "go to restaurant" always consistently great!!! I have never even had a mediocre meal there, always a GREAT one!!
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What If... of Hershey offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (717) 533-5858.

What If... of Hershey is rated 4.4 stars by 813 OpenTable diners.

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845 E. Chocolate Ave, Hershey, PA 17033

Additional information

Cross street
Main Street Hershey
Neighborhood
Hershey
Hours of operation
Lunch: Friday - Saturday: 12:00pm - 4:00pm; Dinner: Sunday - Thursday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday - Saturday: 4:00pm - 11:00pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Contemporary European
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Bus & RV Parking available
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.whatifdining.com/
Phone number
(717) 533-5858
Catering
What If… Will help plan your next event! Let us plan your next baby or bridal shower, engagement party, rehearsal dinner, wedding reception graduation, fundraiser, business meeting or corporate event, birthday, anniversary, class or family reunion, retirement, funeral, youth banquet, holiday party or whatever the occasion may be! What If…of Hershey offers private banquet rooms or we can provide off premise, full service catering services.

What If... of Hershey

About this restaurant

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Small Plates

Pan Seared Scallops$14.00

Edamame Dumplings$14.00

Mac N Cheese$12.00

Baked Brie$13.00

Petite Crab Cakes

Assorted Bruschetta$13.00

Eggplant Napoleon$12.00

Café Portobello$14.00

Pierogis$12.00

Black Bean Margarita$9.00

Blackened Ahi Tuna$12.00

Crab Martini

Crab Dip$13.00

Lollipop Lamb Chops$14.00

Fried Calamari$11.00

Steamed Mussels or Clams$12.00

Specialty Salads

Summer

Arugula

Spinach

The Wedge

Caesar

Gorgonzola

Greek

Tossed Salad

Garden Tossed

Entrées

Chicken

Chicken Piccata$20.00

Chicken Al Fresco$20.00

Chicken Milanese$19.00

Parmigiana$22.00

Hand-Cut Steaks, Veal & Pork

Filet Mignon$33.00

Prime Sirloin$25.00

Kansas City NY Strip$29.00

Rack of Lamb$29.00

Bone-In Pork Chop

Pork Osso Buco$28.00

Bone-In Veal Chop

Veal Frangelico$22.00

Seafood

Cioppino$30.00

Baked Seafood$28.00

Salmon du Jour

Broiled Colossal Crab Cakes

Pasta

Lobster Ravioli

Three Cheese Ravioli

Linguini White Clam

Pesto Grilled Shrimp

Grilled Shrimp Gnocchi

Tuscan Pasta$13.00

Summer Basil Alfredo

Overall ratings and reviews

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