The What If... of Hershey, is located in the sweetest place on earth, Hershey, Pennsylvania. Make your way down the warmly lit steps to our relaxed menu at the bar, and begin with our famous house infused martini made with fresh squeezed juice. Our eclectic menu is famous for our bountiful crab martini or our collection of beef or seafood sliders. A full service menu is offered in the dining room with an extensive wine list, while you can choose from signature dishes, like pan-seared scallops, and fresh calamari, or our chicken saltimbocca and hand cut filets.
Sweet endings are a ritual of What if…Hershey. All made on premise, including one of Hershey's favorites: our Hot Fudge Peanut Profiterole.
Join us on the avenue for innovative drinks, eclectic food, and genuine Hershey hospitality.
"We enjoyed a Mother's Day dinner at What If, and had a good time. We had our two grandchidren with us and they were accommodated well. We were seated in the banquet room where there was plenty of space for our party. The boys were entertained by coloring provided by the restaurant while we ordered and waited for our dinners. They also had a good children's menu with popular and nutritional food choices. Our food choices were great, too. Three of our party enjoyed the osso boco and it was excellent. Our food was served in a timley manner, not too fast or slow. Prices were reasonable considering the quality. We would definitely recommend this restaurant."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, kid-friendly
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"What If is a perennial favorite for my family. Lots of selection, but all of it is done well and not overly fussy. Consistent and comfortable without being overly homey."
Dined on 2/17/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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"We are never disappointed whenever we go to What If. Drinks are sumptuous, the menu is varied, and dining room service is impeccable. Well done,as usual!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion
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"This was our second time there and everything was as excellent as the first time. It is a little pricey, but we were celebrating our wedding anniversary and wanted a special evening and dinner. Thank you for filling that bill!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, special occasion
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"Filet moignon pricey and really no flavor to it at all. Lobster ravioli was ok. Tirimasu was the best part of the meal. Restaurant located in the basement of a HoJo Motel. It's dark & small but nicely decorated. The temp in the restaurant was very cold- everyone was wearing sweaters. The couple sitting next to us even commented on how cold it was."
Dined on 5/03/2013
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"Wonderful experience. Food was outstanding as usual. Favorite for seafood and chops. Small location is a great treat for celebrating family events.Easy drive from Harrisburg."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, romantic, neighborhood gem
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"Everything we ordered was very good, and our server was excellent! Once you get over the fact that the restaurant is.in the basement of a HoJo, you can concentrate on the food! Glad to have found this place, and will definitely visit again next time we're in Hershey."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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"Superb food preparation. Do yourself a favor; when asked how you would like your dish prepared, tell them "as the chef recommends." Of course, if you think of that as risky and like your food over-prepared, you really shouldn't be looking for fine dining. Come, have some new experiences, enjoy!"
Dined on 04/10/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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"We are in the Hershey/Harrisburg area five or six times a year for various conferences and have yet to find a restaurant with better food, service and consistency than "What If". Our latest entrees consisted of the Pesto Shrimp, Crab Alfredo, Striped Bass, Filet, and Crab Cakes. All were superior in quality, taste and presentation. Service was perfect and the bonus to all this is the value pricing."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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"We have dined at what if for years and are generally not disappointed. This weekend it was really loud, many kids and a few really loud patrons which ruined the otherwise sedate atmosphere. It was busy so our service wasn't as good as usual but overall we enjoyed ourselves as usual!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
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"Visiting from out of town, this restaurant was an incredible find for an early dinner before the theater. It came recommended by our hotel & Trip Advisor. Great adult atmosphere, attractive & comfortable, well attended by locals on a week night. Food was perfectly prepared, service efficient & friendly. The adjacent bar very popular, but separate from restaurant. Just downstairs from HoJo's, but directly accessible. We will definitely return to What If on our next trip to Hershey."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"This is not our first visit to What If....so we know the great food offered by this restaurant. Our server wasn't nearly as affable as the first waitress we had had a few weeks ago, so the next time we make a reservation, we'll request our 1st waitress. But our food was delicious and we were able to make our theatre date in plenty of time."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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"This is the second year my family has celebrated my 70 ish mother's birthday at What If? A party of nine fits very well into What If's party table/nook. The menu and wine list are broad enough to satisfy all nine of us and the food is excellent. The waiters at What If are attentive without hovering or too formal, a plus for a mixed age group. My husband and I have had romantic dinners at What If and have stopped in for drinks at the bar. We also have taken our immediate family, including two teenage boys there. The bar is quiet and separated from the dining area. The restaurant serves both the locals and vacationers to Hershey Park, we have seen families with young children dining there. It is too pricey for very young children."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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"Our absolute favorite restaurant in Hershey! It's definitely a hidden gem that you won't know about unless you're searching. Two nights here on business and TWO NIGHTS of dinner at What If! Never disappointed. Best crab dip in the world! Don't hesitate!"
Dined on 03/06/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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"What If...dining experience was very enjoyable. We went on a Sunday night and it was quite full but by 7:30 it had emptied. The food was excellent and the portions were ample but not excessive. Service was quite good. The ambiance was very good and overall was a pleasant dining experience."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2013
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"Service is great and it starts at the bar. Servers are great and food consistently wonderful. Get the SW shrimp app if it's available. Had the steak special and it was melt-in-your mouth delicious. Fiancé always, always gets the Veal Frangelica. Can't lose here"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"I think people may overlook this restaurant because it's located in the lower level of a Howard Johnsons. However, don't be fooled by this. We were told by our server, that Howard Johnsons doesn't own this restaurant. This restaurant was excellent. The food was prepared perfectly and delicious. We each ordered a special: a grilled pork chop and the filet with a crab meat sauce. Both were excellent. Desert was tiramisu, again, excellent. Prices were very reasonable and they also have a nice wine list. Our server, Leann, was very sweet and personable. I would highly recommend this restaurant!"
Dined on 02/24/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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"The food was excellent! We had the shrimp appetizer and Mediterranean Mahi. We were there on Feb. 15. I don't recall if both of these items were specials or regular menu items. Both should be regular menu items! Our server was very pleasant and personable. There were 4 people in our party. No one was in a hurry, but I think service was a little too slow. It took 2 1/2 hours without dessert."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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"Took a team here for dinner and was pleasantly surprised by this spot. While being apprehensive at first as we pulled into the Howard Johnson parking lot, our fears quickly subsided upon receipt of the menu and our first round of appetizers. The menu was eclectic enough that both our vegetarians and carnivores were happy, and the drinks presented us all with a temporary respite from stress..."
Dined on 02/19/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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"Overall it was great! The seafood part of my land and sea was very good, but my steak was overcooked a bit and on the dry side. The lobster ravioli was fantastic! I was a little taken aback when I ordered the land and sea entree and the waitress told us the price would be a few dollars more than the menu stated. It was a special night and we just wanted to enjoy it and did not say anything about either complaint at the time though it would make us pause before returning there."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
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"My wife and I were visiting Hershey with another couple for a weekend long event and found What If...of Hershey while searching for a place for us to all go out for a nice dinner. We really enjoyed everything about What If... If visiting Hershey in the future we would definitely visit What If... again! Also should note that our server, Erin, provided excellent service!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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"Made a reservation for my wife and I and another couple, the day after Valentines Day. The restaurant was busy, but our waitress was up to the task, as both food and drinks were timely. My wife had the sea bass and I had the broiled crab cakes. Both were excellant with great sides. We will be back again."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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"Valentine's Day all inclusive special was excellent. Waitress a little slow towards the end of the meal. Not sure where she went. Food presentation quite remarkable."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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"Some details were lacking. For example, getting a Troegs glass with my bottle of Stella Artois. I didn't like that, but really didn't like the glass having lipstick stains on it. The food was good but nothing to rave about. While I enjoyed it, I still expected better quality for the price (lobster raviolli)."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic
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"Right here in our back yard, and we had never tried the Hershey "What If" Cafe. Was a bit nervous about its location (part of Howard Johnson's Motel), yet I had tried the one in uptown Harrisburg a few years ago and loved it. We were not disappointed. Our waitress, Audrey, could advise us on various entrees and she was so attentive. The restaurant is beautifully appointed and has a romantic atmosphere in the basement. I ordered sea scallops over fettucini and my husband ordered a Chesapeake filet. Both meals were exquisite, accompanied by salads and freshly made bread. We split some gelato for dessert, although the portion was massive. As we had a hard time deciding on our entrees, we will surely return to try other dishes!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"I will chalk it up to an off night for the food. I have eaten here many times and loved it every time. Our waitress was very pleasant and attentive. The wine was reasonable priced with a good selection for just about any budget and taste. The filet was not very flavorful and didn't have that melt in your mouth quality I like to have but it was still good. The crab cake was very good, very little filler. Just enough to keep it together. The disappointment was the Crème Brûlée. The crust was a little different from what I am used to but that could have been overlooked if the custard wasn't so runny with a similar consistency as tapioca. Thank goodness for the great company of my wife to make the average dinner great."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic
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"What If is a wonderful gem for a special occasion and reservations were easy to make, even at the last minute. Our food (we all had fish) was delicious and perfectly cooked. They have a wonderful selection of salad dressing on fresh greens and quite a few specials. Our waitress was very friendly and made sure we had everything we needed."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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"Great food and drinks. The WI was packed and the service was a little slow. I was not happy with the table selection based on making the reservation one week out. Especially when the couple in front of us walked in without a reservation and received a better table ( away from the main door).
The cheese plate was excellent. The Snapper was excellent. The Turtle Brownie was delicious despite the Caramel was a little hard to cut through."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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