Ad Lib Craft Kitchen and Bar

4.5

404 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Great for brunch
Innovative
Great for creative cocktails

Ad Lib
Craft Kitchen and Bar
A comfortable gathering place where people come together to celebrate, debate politics or simply spend time with friends and family, Ad Lib is a “new take” on a traditional American Tavern.
Food and Drink offerings are old favorites “turned on their side” and full of surprises. Our food and beverage chefs combine classic preparations with contemporary creativity. Ad lib specials, the “Ad Lib Lunch” and Ad lib social hours celebrate spontaneity. This is a place to share food and share stories. There’s no script, just a stage set for you to wing it!
This is food that is fun to cook, fun to eat, fun to share. And, you can try many dishes in one visit with the large offering of small plate options. Guests can choose from over 40 small plates, over 30 wines by the glass, over 60 selections of beer and an ever changing list of craft, barrel aged and edible cocktails.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Tapas / Small Plates, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(717) 237-6419
Website
http://adlibrestaurants.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
John Fabian
Private party facilities
Looking for a fun, exciting private breakfast, lunch or dinner party for your corporate event or special family occasion in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania? Contact Ad Lib! Having a private event at Ad Lib is a unique experience customized to your needs.

Location
1 N Second St, Harrisburg, PA 17101
Neighborhood
Harrisburg
Cross street
Market Street
Parking details
Street parking along with public garage connected to the hotel.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Steakhouse Chili$8.00
- Cup$8.00
- Bowl$10.00
Marinated Olives$8.00
Sundried Tomato Pesto, Pepperoncini, Piave
Tavern Chips$4.00
Roasted Leek Dip
House Wings$9.00
Aleppo Pepper, Malt Vinegar Powder, Buttermilk Blue Cheese
11 Oaks Wagyu Tartare$16.00
Grilled Tomatillo, Black Radish, Cilantro, Cassava Chip
Garlic Herb Fries$6.00
Roasted Garlic Oil, Heinz 57
Oysters on the 1/2 Shell$3.25
Cocktail, Lemon, Mignonette
Whipped Chevre$10.00
Fig Jam, Curried Pepitas, Sage, Crostini
Sticky Pork Belly$18.00
Gochujang, Sesame, Ginger, Fermented Bok Choy, Toasted Peanut
PEI Mussels$15.00
Wild Boar Sausage, Fennel, Citrus Leeks, Tomato Broth, Crostini

Salads and Veggies

Cauliflower$8.00
Golden Raisins, Aleppo Pepper, Marcona Almonds, Scallion, Smoked Cheddar
Spaghetti Squash$8.00
Crispy Shallot, Sunflower Seed, Parmesan Crisp, Tomato Creme Fraiche
Fried Brussels Sprouts$7.00
Sticky Bun, Cranberry, Maple Vinaigrette
Grilled Radicchio Salad$9.00
Crispy Mushrooms, Baby Carrot, Chickpeas, Feta, Kumquat Vinaigrette
Caesar Salad$9.00
Red Romaine, Cherry Tomatoes, Broken Piave, White Anchovy, Breadcrumb
Wedge Salad$10.00
Baby Iceberg, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Tomatoes, Point Reyes, Onion, Six Minute Egg
Ad Lib House Salad$9.00
Mesclun, Cucumber, Tomato, Red Onion, Pickled Carrot, Shaved Parmesan, Balsamic Vinaigrette

Handhelds and Heartier

Boar Sausage Flatbread$16.00
Roasted Persimmon, Celery, Burnt Onion, Taleggio
Margherita Flatbread$14.00
Heirloom Tomatoes, Fresh Mozzarella, Micro Basil, Roasted Garlic
Smoked Tofu Flatbread$16.00
Asian Pear, Cured Bok Choy, Scallion, Spicy Pecans
Flatbread du Jour
Turkey Panini$14.00
Duck Bacon, Avocado, Chipotle Mayo, Grilled Onion, Tomato, Gouda, House Chips
Fish Street Tacos$13.00
Blackened Market Fish, Sprout Slaw, Persimmon, Chipotle, Radish
Cuban Grilled Cheese$14.00
Shaved Pork, Pit Ham, Whole Grain Mustard, Swiss, House Pickles, Sourdough, House Chips
Ad Lib Burger$16.00
Vermont Cheddar, Stone Ground Dijonnaise, Sea Salt Pretzel Roll, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, House Fries
Chef Anthony's Meatballs$14.00
Anson Mills Grits, Micro Basil, Marinara
Lamb Shepherd's Pie$17.00
Braised Leg, English Peas, Root Vegetables, Whipped Potatoes
Certified Angus Filet Mignon$42.00
Roasted Fingerlings, Broccolini, House Worcestershire
- 8 oz$42.00
Striped Bass$20.00
Spaghetti Squash, Braised Chard, Sweet Corn Chowder, Serrano Ham
Steam Pot$22.00
Market Fish, Mussels, Boar Sausage, Stone Potatoes, Corn Barrel
Duck Confit$17.00
Baby Carrot, Black Radish, Cucumber, Lemongrass, Fried Yucca
Pork and "Sauerkraut"$18.00
Cured Bok Choy, Smashed Fingerlings, Asparagus Salad, Horseradish Gravy
Ad Lib Mac and Cheese$12.00
Rotini, Pulled Short Rib, Chive, Crema, Boardwalk Chips

What 404 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Hershey / Harrisburg
Great for brunch
Hershey / Harrisburg
Innovative
Hershey / Harrisburg
Healthy
Hershey / Harrisburg
Hot spot
Hershey / Harrisburg
Great for fine wines
Hershey / Harrisburg
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ad Lib Craft Kitchen and Bar offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent express lunch and Cuban grilled cheese." Guests enjoy "great service" and "delicious drinks and food," including standout dishes like "whipped feta and meatballs." While the "Bloody Mary bar" may not impress, live entertainment enhances brunch visits.

404 Reviews

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Karyn
New York City
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Brunch is great but no more Bloody Mary bar because there is just not a lot of people there- parking fee is absurd though. Mobley bread was yummy and service was great plus all the food was great. There’s also a guitar player during brunch
Ad Lib Craft Kitchen and BarResponded on December 3, 2024
Dear Karyn, Thank you for dining with us at Ad Lib Craft Kitchen & Bar and sharing your review with us! We're happy you enjoyed our brunch, with our monkey bread, great service, and live music being among the highlights. Rest assured, your feedback is appreciated and will be taken into consideration. It was a pleasure having you here, and we hope you'll consider returning very soon.
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thomas
Philadelphia
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Dylan was our server and he was attentive and polite. Our food was very good and not outrageously priced. Oysters were fresh, nice portion of halibut, and a calamari dish that was a little spicy and distinctive. Recommend.
Ad Lib Craft Kitchen and BarResponded on December 2, 2024
Dear Thomas, Thank you for your perfect rating and for recommending us to your fellow diners. It's wonderful to know how much you enjoyed our cuisine, and we'll be sure to let Dylan know how much you appreciated his exemplary service. We hope to welcome you back soon for another memorable meal!
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David
VIP
Baltimore
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our party attended brunch and we all had a great time. The food, service, and live enertainment were all outstanding.
Ad Lib Craft Kitchen and BarResponded on November 26, 2024
Dear David, Thank you for joining us at Ad Lib Craft Kitchen & Bar. We are delighted you enjoyed our delicious cuisine, fantastic entertainment, and incredible service! It was a pleasure having you here, and we hope you'll consider returning for another outstanding dining experience in the future.
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Jeannette
Philadelphia
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everyone enjoyed their meals but my salmon salad was so drenched in dressing it was almost inedible. Otherwise it would have been delicious
Ad Lib Craft Kitchen and BarResponded on November 21, 2024
Dear Jeannette, Thank you for your feedback! While we’re glad everyone enjoyed their meals, we regret that your salmon salad was overly dressed. We’ll share your comments with our culinary team to ensure a better balance in the future. It would be a pleasure to welcome you back to Ad Lib Craft Kitchen & Bar for a flawless dining experience!
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Frederick
Philadelphia
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service! Excellent food. Gracious with additional guest.
Ad Lib Craft Kitchen and BarResponded on October 31, 2024
Dear Frederick, Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed our excellent cuisine and attentive service and that our team was able to accommodate your additional guest with grace. We look forward to hosting you again at Ad Lib Craft Kitchen & Bar!
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Rebecca
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The whipped feta was amazing, as were the meatballs and French martini. Great service as well. We happened to be there during happy hour, and it was so loud that we had difficulty communicating across the table from each other. The sound seems to echo/carry quite a bit. Otherwise, we had a great experience.
Ad Lib Craft Kitchen and BarResponded on October 22, 2024
Dear Rebecca, Thank you for joining us at Ad Lib Craft Kitchen & Bar for happy hour. While we are sorry you had noise concerns, we are thrilled you enjoyed our delicious food, wonderful drinks, and amazing service. Your comments are appreciated and will be shared with the team to ensure any opportunity for improvement is seized. It was a pleasure having you here, and we look forward to welcoming you back for an even more fantastic dining experience in the future.
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Eric
VIP
Pittsburgh
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience. Caleb was so kind. We really enjoyed it and were suprised how much so. Great option.
Ad Lib Craft Kitchen and BarResponded on October 15, 2024
Dear Eric, Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience at Ad Lib Craft Kitchen & Bar. It's great to hear that Caleb's kindness elevated your visit, and we look forward to welcoming you back!
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
A very nice dinner, drinks and food were delicious.
Ad Lib Craft Kitchen and BarResponded on September 30, 2024
Thank you for joining us for dinner and for giving us a perfect rating! It's wonderful to know you thoroughly enjoyed our delicious culinary offerings. We hope to welcome you back to Ad Lib Craft Kitchen & Bar soon for another memorable meal.
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JOY
VIP
Pittsburgh
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
This place was very nice, atmosphere and noise level was appropriate. My server was nice but only moderately attentive. My meal looked really good but was over salted, even my vegetables left a salt lick sting. I would try it again and maybe speak up about the food. I was exhausted and didn't want to make a fuss and wait for a remake on my order.
Ad Lib Craft Kitchen and BarResponded on September 23, 2024
Dear Joy, Thanks for taking a moment to share your feedback with us. We are thrilled that you appreciated our inviting atmosphere. However, we are sorry that we did not meet all of your expectations. Rest assured, we will share your comments with our team to ensure any opportunity for improvement is seized. It was a pleasure having you here, and we hope you'll consider returning for a truly exceptional dining experience in the future.
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twinsmom
Philadelphia
12 reviews
3.0
12 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We’ve dined here before and we’re excited to return but this time we were disappointed all the way around. Hope next time is better !
Ad Lib Craft Kitchen and BarResponded on September 13, 2024
Thank you for your honest thoughts. It's always a pleasure to welcome back a valued guest; however, we regret your disappointment with your recent experience. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us offline with any feedback on areas in which we can improve. We hope to welcome you back for a dining experience that exceeds expectations.
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FAQs

Ad Lib Craft Kitchen and Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (717) 237-6419.

Ad Lib Craft Kitchen and Bar is rated 4.5 stars by 404 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Ad Lib Craft Kitchen and Bar

1 N Second St, Harrisburg, PA 17101

Additional information

Cross street
Market Street
Neighborhood
Harrisburg
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Tapas / Small Plates, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street parking along with public garage connected to the hotel.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
John Fabian
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://adlibrestaurants.com/
Phone number
(717) 237-6419
Private party facilities
Looking for a fun, exciting private breakfast, lunch or dinner party for your corporate event or special family occasion in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania? Contact Ad Lib! Having a private event at Ad Lib is a unique experience customized to your needs.

Ad Lib Craft Kitchen and Bar

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Soups and Starters

Steakhouse Chili$8.00

Marinated Olives$8.00

Tavern Chips$4.00

House Wings$9.00

11 Oaks Wagyu Tartare$16.00

Garlic Herb Fries$6.00

Oysters on the 1/2 Shell$3.25

Whipped Chevre$10.00

Sticky Pork Belly$18.00

PEI Mussels$15.00

Salads and Veggies

Cauliflower$8.00

Spaghetti Squash$8.00

Fried Brussels Sprouts$7.00

Grilled Radicchio Salad$9.00

Caesar Salad$9.00

Wedge Salad$10.00

Ad Lib House Salad$9.00

Handhelds and Heartier

Boar Sausage Flatbread$16.00

Margherita Flatbread$14.00

Smoked Tofu Flatbread$16.00

Flatbread du Jour

Turkey Panini$14.00

Fish Street Tacos$13.00

Cuban Grilled Cheese$14.00

Ad Lib Burger$16.00

Chef Anthony's Meatballs$14.00

Lamb Shepherd's Pie$17.00

Certified Angus Filet Mignon$42.00

Striped Bass$20.00

Steam Pot$22.00

Duck Confit$17.00

Pork and "Sauerkraut"$18.00

Ad Lib Mac and Cheese$12.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Ad Lib Craft Kitchen and Bar offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Ad Lib Craft Kitchen and Bar restaurant rated?

Is Ad Lib Craft Kitchen and Bar currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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