Congratulations to several of our Downtown Hershey businesses that were selected as winners of Harrisburg Magazine’s “Simply the Best” awards! Through this program which involves a public selection process, awards are given in various categories ranging from food and beverages to local shopping to personal and professional services. The Hershey area winners can be found below; and a complete list of the Central Pennsylvania winners can be found here.
Downtown Hershey is proud to be the home of winning businesses such as Knock Knock Boutique, Duck Donuts, and Devon Seafood & Steak, all winning Simply the Best in their respective categories. We’re also pleased to report that several of our local partners, including The Hershey Pantry, Tröegs Independent Brewing, and Desserts, Etc. have also received recognition. Finally, we’re excited that Three Little Birds Boutique, recognized as runner up in the women’s boutique category, will be coming to Downtown Hershey this fall!
First Place “Simply the Best”:
Overall Dining (East Shore): Devon Seafood & Steak
Women’s Boutique: Knock Knock Boutique
Donut Shop: Duck Donuts*
Live Theater: Hershey Theatre
Seafood Restaurant: Devon Seafood & Steak
Breakfast: The Hershey Pantry
Brewery/ Brew Pub: Tröegs Independent Brewing
Local Beer: Tröegs Independent Brewing
Place to Take A Tourist: Hersheypark
Sports Complex: Giant Center
Hotel: Hotel Hershey
Chocolates: Hershey Chocolate World
Sunday Brunch: The Circular at The Hotel Hershey
Day Spa: The Spa at the Hotel Hershey
Massage Therapist (Location): The Spa at the Hotel Hershey
Takeout: Panera Bread*
Family Restaurant: Red Robin Gourmet Burgers*
Kid’s Menu: Friendly’s*
Optometrist: Morrison Eye Associates*
Pharmacy: Weis Pharmacy*
Credit Union / Bank: Members 1st Federal Credit Union*
Charity Event: Keystone Human Services’ Chocolatefest
Runner Up “Reader’s Choice”:
Buffet: The Circular at The Hotel Hershey
Burger: Red Robin Gourmet Burgers USA*
Cake & Cupcakes: Desserts Etc., by the Hershey Pantry
Dessert: Desserts Etc., by the Hershey Pantry
Salads: Panera Bread*
Bakery: Desserts Etc., by the Hershey Pantry
Fast Food: Sheetz*
Suburban Restaurant: Devon Seafood & Steak
Margarita: Dukes Bar & Grille*
Winery: Vineyard at Hershey
Candy Store: Hershey Chocolate World
Consignment Shop: Wears Like New Consignment Shop
Supermarket: Giant Food Stores*
Dermatologist: Penn State Dermatology
Hospital: Penn State Health MSH Medical Center
Bank: PNC Bank
Financial Planner: Members 1st Federal Credit Union
Insurance Agency: Erie Insurance
Long Term Care Facility: Country Meadows of Hershey
Event Venue: The Hotel Hershey
Florist: Royer’s Flowers & Gifts*
Photographer (Commercial): Waxman Photography
Golf Course: Hershey Country Club
Nursery/Garden Center: Stauffers of Kissel Hill Home & Garden Store*
Child/Day Care Center: Tender Years Child Development Center*
Kids’ Clothing Store: Carter’s*
Pet Training: Doglicious Spa & Wellness Center
Oil Change: Jiffy Lube*
Oil Change: Valvoline Instant Oil Change*
*General listing means there was no indication of a specific location.
Congratulations and thank you to two of our sponsors, Duck Donuts and Knock Knock Boutique!
