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SIDE DISHES...
Food, Racing & Other Stuff

Garagecam Pocono
Check out a the half-hour streamed Live NASCAR.com #Garagecam, hosted by Speedeats' Matthew Dillner
Pocono Raceway
Sprint Cup LIVE Friday 11am ET
www.nascar.com/garagecam

Mahoning Valley Roar!
Great Short Track Racing near Pocono. Check out the Mod Squad  and local divisions on this tiny unique speedway!
visit their site for info

Poco-YES
Last time at Pocono our own Matthew Dillner joined Chuck Bush to do a very, well, different version of NASCAR.com Fantasy Showdown.  Be sure to check out this week's "Mysterious" edition on NASCAR.com

June Poco-YES video: click here to view

The Wurst is Best
Hey any time you can find a German Meat Market that also has a restaurant, you know it's going to be a good place to eat.  Authentic German fare and a cozy atmosphere.

The Alpine Wurst and Meat House
1106 Texas Palmyra Highway
Route 6 East of Honesdale
Honesdale, PA
570-253-5899
visit their site click here


Polish Food!
Pocono Goes Polish!  This Polish Deli and market makes MD drool!  Enjoy homemade Pierogies, Kielbasa (smoked and fresh), Golabki and a truly authentic selection of Polish favorites. Bring some Babka or Chrusciki to the track to snack on!

Anna Polish Deli
611 Scotrun Avenue
Mount Pocono, PA
(570) 619-6569 
visit their site  click here


Singinnnnnnnn
Shenanigan's will be in full-swing, as usual, during NASCAR weekend. Go sing some Karaoke. You might be singing to more NASCAR personalities than you realize!


Quarter Midget Racing at Pocono
Check out the stars of tomorrow right on the grounds of Pocono Raceway.  The Lehigh Valley Quarter Midget Racing Club has races throughout Pocono race weekend on the corner of the Pocono Raceway property. Watch these little warriors sling some dirt... it's a lot of fun!

Friday and Saturday
click here to visit their site

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Buffalo Garlic Wings at Van Gilder's Jubilee on "Wing Night" are super-yum.  Check out the chunks of freshly chopped garlic on these bad-boys!
Van Guilder’s Jubilee
Wing Night's are Thursday and Sunday (after the Pennsylvania 400) This place is well-known for it's big and unique breakfast choices, but has a great menu of lunch and dinner choices. The Jubilee has been family owned and operated for over 40 years!

MD NOTE:  Thursday and Sunday are Wing nights. That's when you want to go!
Pocono Raceway President @bigdalsky says to visit during their wing nights!
Pennsylvania 940
Pocono Pines, PA
(570) 646-2377
visit their site click here


Sarah Street Grill
*Gluten Free Choice of Week
Josh Wise's spotter on the NASCAR Sprint Cup circuit tells us he and his wife LOVE to go to Sarah Street Grill. "It's an old house with great atmosphere, live bands and the food is awesome," says Richard. From Sushi, Burgers to Dinners and even Gluten Free choices, check the place out!
550 Quaker Alley, Stroudsburg, PA
570) 424-9120
visit their site click here


Castle Grill
From mouth-watering burger choices to traditional polish food, this tiny, friendly local food spot will leave you satisfied. It's not fancy but is a favorite local spot for Pierogies. They are also a supporter of racing, sponsoring Mahoning Valley Speedway and Scooter Graver's car there as well.

NOTE: Check their hours...some days they close at 6pm.
80 East Bridge St., Lehighton, PA
(570) 732 0020
visit their site click here


Piggie’s
If you want a nice big breakfast, this is your spot if staying by Pocono Raceway. Piggie's serves-up big omlettes, Amazing French Toasts, and great pancakes. Oh, and who can go wrong with their complimentary Blueberry Muffins?  Piggie's is also open for lunch.
This is @bigdalsky's favorite breakfast spot!
91 North Lake Drive
Lake Harmony, PA
(570) 722-8493
visit their site click here


Louie's Prime
A traditional NY Steakhouse in the quiet Lake Harmony area.  They may be a tad pricey but it is one of the best places for steak in the area. They also offer some good italian choices.   NASCAR on TNT's Sarah Phillips enjoyed eating at Louie's during June Pocono weekend.
134 Lake Harmony Rd
Lake Harmony, PA
(570) 722-3990
visit their site click here


Sogo Fusion Lounge
Like Sushi? If so, this is your place for Pocono race weekend. It's a NY style Sushi / Asian Fusion restaurant lounge. Hey, and you folks that dont like Sushi, they have other stuff too!
@bigdalky loves this asian fushion restaurant!
237 Northampton Street 
Easton, PA
(610) 250-0198
visit their site click here


Mike’s Pizzeria Italian Restaurant
More than just pizza!!  Besides Pizza and Calzones, open your eyes and stomach to some real tasty Italian dishes.  This family operated joint has been serving out good eats for over 12 years. They offer daily dinner specials.
@bigdalsky says Some of the best pizza near Pocono Raceway.
3265 Pennsylvania 115
Effort, PA
(570) 629-1998
visit their site click here


Murphy’s Loft 
Sandwiches, Burgers, Steaks, Seafood...this place has it all. This authentic log cabin was constructed in 1934 of native spruce, harvested entirely from the woods in the back of the building. It's a cool place to eat and hang!
@bigdalsky says this place has it all! Great food and it has an outdoor pool for the summer, plus a great local watering hole!
5102 Route 115 
Blakeslee, PA
(570) 646-2813
visit their site click here



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