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Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Jackson's Junction

Jackson's Junction Restaurant, New Cumberland Pennsylvania © Susqueats.com 2009

It's always good to know where a couple country bars are. They represent a place you can let your hair down a little more and have a good time. They also often offer good food at good prices. Jackson's Junction is one of these country bars. Located on 114 in Fairview Township at the end of Fishing Creek Road.

Jackson's Junction is a smoking bar, so it is limited to those 18 years and older. This is the kind of place that you want to go grab a beer with a buddy, or stop on your way back from a day of skiing to warm up by the fire or just stop in after work for some good food and friendly conversation, so you don't really miss the kids not being there.

Jackson's Junction Restaurant, New Cumberland Pennsylvania © Susqueats.com 2009

The bar is well stocked and there is a fair selection of beers on tap including some of Yuengling's darker varieties. A lower level sports pool and Foosball tables for those who like a little activity with their brew. This is definitely a drinker's bar, but they also have a full kitchen that goes a little beyond your standard bar fare.

Among their specialties is the pulled pork barbecue sandwich. It is piled high smothered in a homemade barbecue sauce and definitely won't leave you hungry.

Don't worry though, they do have your standards like chicken wings with a variety of sauces served with the chunkiest blue cheese dressing I've come across.

For something really unique try some of their more unusual appetizers like the batter dipped deep fried pickles pictured here, or the sausage and honey.

In addition to the bar itself, Jackson's Junction has a large enclosed area with pavilions, bars, a volleyball net, softball diamond, horeshoes and even a swimming pool that is available for catered functions. This area is great for family reunions, pig roasts, weddings, fund raisers, corporate outings or just about anything you can imagine. It's like having a big back yard for a party with plenty of parking and no one spending the night at your house. It's easy to see why their motto is "Have you function at the Junction".