Best Casual Dining in Luzerne County (2025)

If you're searching for the best casual dining experience in Luzerne County, The Gallery Casual Dining & Cocktails in Plains, PA deserves a top spot on your list.

We combine the soul of a local hangout with the polish of a scratch kitchen — offering an approachable, flavorful menu that reflects the seasons, the region, and the creativity of our kitchen.

The Gallery is built on the bones of a beloved neighborhood location, formerly Dominick’s Café, and has quickly transformed into one of NEPA’s most buzzed-about dining destinations. With walls that showcase local artists and a menu that rotates with inspiration, it’s more than a restaurant — it’s a vibe.

🍽️ What Sets The Gallery Apart?

• Handcrafted Comfort Food – Elevated versions of your favorites, made fresh and plated beautifully

• Weekly Specials – Burger Wednesdays, fresh seafood, and rotating small plates

• Signature Cocktails – From the Lavender Affair to seasonal sangrias and espresso martinis

• New Outdoor Patio (2025) – Perfect for happy hour, dinner under the stars, or live music nights

• Friendly Neighborhood Vibe – No pretension, just good food and good people

• Proximity to Mohegan Sun – Perfect for pre-show bites or post-event drinks

Whether you’re seated inside among local art or enjoying the open air on the patio, The Gallery offers a memorable experience that never feels forced.

🍔 Favorite Dishes Include:

• The Gallery Smash Burger – Cooper Sharp, house steak sauce, brioche bun

• Seafood Fritto Misto – Colossal shrimp, calamari, salmon, cherry peppers

• Grilled Colossal Tiger Shrimp – In Thai coconut broth with chili threads and honey-sriracha peanuts

• Pork Chop Calabrese – Peppers, onions, and thick-cut potato chips

• Fresh Pasta Specials – Made in-house, seasonal, and deeply satisfying

• Seasonal Salads & Tapas – Light, fresh, and perfect for sharing

Each dish is crafted with care, and the menu evolves weekly to reflect what's fresh, fun, and fitting for the moment.

📍 Plan Your Visit

The Gallery Casual Dining & Cocktails
20 School St, Plains, PA
(570) 235-1540
Make a reservation or walk in and grab a table.

Patio seating is first come, first served — come early and sip something special under the stars.

Whether you’re local or visiting Luzerne County for the first time, The Gallery welcomes you with food that hits the spot and a setting that makes you want to linger.