Rookie's Craft Burger Bar

4.3 ( 661 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
2238 Derry St, Harrisburg, PA 17104, United States
+1 717-561-0030
Rookie's Craft Burger Bar, nestled at 2238 Derry St in Harrisburg, PA, is a hidden gem that has garnered a lot of positive attention. Renowned for its thick and juicy burgers, patrons rave about the flavor and quality found here. Raymond Loboda declares them the best he's ever tasted, while Alaric Hilt notes that the wings are just as delectable as the burgers. The diverse menu also features enticing bar grub options like Fish & Chips and Fried Chicken Strips, making it an excellent spot for casual dining. The atmosphere at Rookie's is both welcoming and lively, creating a sense of community, even if the location might raise a few eyebrows. Customers have highlighted the attentive service and friendly staff, which enhances the dining experience significantly. With numerous screens available for sports fans, it’s an ideal venue for game day gatherings. While some reviews mention that the food might not always reach euphoric heights, most customers seem more than satisfied with their choices. Overall, Rookie's Craft Burger Bar offers a satisfying blend of great food, friendly service, and a vibrant atmosphere that invites repeat visits. Whether you're after a hearty burger, delicious wings, or simply a casual night out with friends, Rookie's is a must-try spot.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Offers kerbside pickup
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Has great beer selection
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Has great wine list
    • Good for watching sport
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves food
    • Serves happy-hour drinks
    • Serves happy-hour food
    • Serves late-night food
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Popular with tourists
    • Transgender safe space
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • Has changing table(s)
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For Rookie's Craft Burger Bar

Alaric Hilt
May 26,2025
Had delicious wings and burgers on Wednesday and came back for Friday fish fry. It was all amazing! Nice pours of bourbon too.
Raymond Loboda
May 25,2025
Amazing burgers, easily the best I've ever tasted. They're thick, juicy and flavorful. The rest of the menu is fabulous, I've never had anything I didn't absolutely love. Great drinks, fantastic wait staff and plenty of screens to check up on your sport of choice.
Chris From The 740
May 23,2025
We were in town for the Great American Outdoor Show and wanted a burger and this place definitely didn't disappoint. This will be a regular stop when we come over for GAOS
Brooke Fletcher
May 2,2025
Looks to be in a sketchy area, but the atmosphere is very welcoming! Service was great, and it seemed like everyone knew everyone. Food was ok, but nothing to jump up and down about.
Brian Rotheram
Apr 25,2025
We used to love DK Dogs so when I heard Rookies had them on the menu I figured we'd try them out. First time for us at Rookies on a Saturday around 6:00. Beer was cold, food was great and the service was super. The bartender was very nice and attentive.
Haad Naqvi
Apr 21,2025
I was floored with how amazing the experience was. I have a family member with an intellectual disability who wanted a burger and I wanted to bring him to a place he wouldn’t normally get to go. I’m so glad I chose this place!!! They were very willing, accommodating to my family member when we asked to sit in an area others weren’t seated (making more work for them since they now had to check another area) and the burgers were beyond delicious!!! We both agreed they were some of the best we’ve ever had in the area if not the best! The server (I think her name was Alexis) was kind and made suggestions with our meal that made the experience even better!!! None of this even mentions the pricing. Very reasonable and quite frankly cheap. I saw another review critical of the price, but for this level of quality I expected it to be more expensive. I suppose this does come down to expectations to some degree. Thank you guys for the great experience and I’m looking forward to coming back someday soon!
Jeff Payne
Mar 10,2025
The food is amazing! Have eaten here twice now and both times everyone's meals were great. The atmosphere is sports bar, but the food is beyond typical bar food. The food is above average. I'm assuming they have an actual chef cooking from scratch based on the quality and presentation of the food. It is a little pricy. Given the food quality, it is understandable, but probably a little higher than I'd expect for a bar atmosphere. Overall, I highly recommend eating here.
Kim Mottillo
Mar 5,2025
Mom and Pop type bar and grill. It was delicious! It was a little intimidating at first, sitting in a bar area with two kids, but no one seemed to mind! Our waitress was fantastic but super busy too. The food was utterly delicious. My mac burger was cooked to a perfect medium rare and was seasoned well. My kids' meals were good too. My husband got the wings and the KC Dog and utterly enjoyed both. We will be back again!

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