Chuck Tanners Restaurant

Unfortunately Tanner’s was not a location we will be returning to. Upon arriving the wasn’t anyone at the front to take our names, inquiry about the wait or otherwise. There was just a line of people waiting so we waited as well. After 10 mins the first party was sat and so on until it was our turn, which was about 30 mins after our arrival. The dining room was busy but there were several unoccupied tables that if bussed could have lessened our wait. Our order was finally taken 20 mins later; 10 mins for menus and another 10 for our non alcoholic beverages to be delivered and order taken. At that point, it took 50 mins for our two burgers and one order of chicken fingers and fries. During that time, it was very difficult to get a refill on our drinks. While we waited, tables emptied and we saw the host/​manager/​owner (idk) running food and beverages to the tables, bidding empty tables and seating a few more tables. The food was fine, nothing awesome but it didn’t stink. I can’t figure out if they were inadequately staffed or what exactly was lacking. We had to pay at a cashier (which is strange, it’s not a diner). She proceeded to tell us that the wait was so long because it was homecoming at a school in the area and there were many high school football games going on and they’re busy before the games start. Umm, ok.

First time here, not knowing what to expect as we drove up Rt 18 out of a «tired» section of New Castle and into what appeared to be small strip malls and chain eateries of all types. The smell of a really great combination of «home cooking» odors greets you upon entering — already the place seems inviting. The homemade chicken scappatelli soup is ahhhh-​mazing in it’s savory deep flavors. The chicken marsala is served with a delicate marsala sauce, nothing overpowering but accentuates the tender chicken breast and fresh crimini mushrooms. The wild rice medley is good — buttery and not overcooked.
Our waitress was efficient, pleasant and professional in her serving.
The owner makes his way around the restaurant to check in with both his regular and new patrons. He is welcoming and very friendly to converse with. It is obvious he takes great pride and gives attention to the overseeing & operational facets of his fine establishment!

Consistent food and the service is always on point. The wedding soup is homemade every day and you can tell as this is a restaurant staple. I often get the smelts and they are very good with a nice cocktail sauce that has just the right bite.
Breakfast also served with good prices and large portions to start your day.
Have polled many locals and have come to the conclusion they have the best burgers in town. Very tender and juicy.
Great pictures on the wall of sports memorabilia.
Would definitely recommend!

This place has walls covered with pictures of famous baseball players and sports memorabelia… fun to peruse while waiting for your meal. Pirates manager, Chuck Tanner, lived in New Castle and formerly owned this restaurant. Good food, and pleasant atmosphere.

I didn’t think it would be my kind of resturant, but they do a really nice job. The salmon salad is my favorite, their smelts are great too! Waitstaff is polite, friendly and attentive. We’ve never had a bad meal here. They have a nice area you can reserve for groups. Plus, with their menu, it a good place to go when people all want different things.

Ok here’s the deal…
I like this place. I have been here many times and like the food but mainly go for breakfast. I was excited to go get some breakfast food with my wife on a Saturday morning. Saturday mornings are for sleeping in, going slow, and recovering from the week so I did not go to McDonalds, I went to a place known for a good breakfast.
We got to Tanners around 11:15 and were told that the kitchen had already put away their breakfast food…
Does this mean that they put the eggs back in the refrigerator?
That the bacon was frozen?
That the bread for toast was twisted up and put back on the shelf?
That the pancake batter was… oh forget it.
They told us they could make us an omelette but not breakfast?!? I was a bit frustrated that on a Saturday they shut down breakfast by 11:00. We made our way to Ryders where breakfast is served all day.
Disappointed but recommend. (Just get there early on Saturday if you want breakfast)

nice little breakfast spot.
+1 for huge portions. i had the tanner omelette, and i’m sorry to say that i couldn’t finish it.
+1 for friendly service.
–1 for burnt coffee.
+1 for cheap prices.
recommended for the area … you’ll struggle to find a better breakfast spot locally.

The food was pretty good and the service was decent. Menu was a little outdated but solid food and definitely somewhere to check out.