By: Liv Carberry
The Hotel Hershey isn’t just for out of town guests. This AAA Four-Diamond, historic property has been a perfect local escape since opening in 1933 as part of Milton S. Hershey’s visionary “Great Building” campaign.
Many moons ago, I spent one summer during college working at Iberian Lounge as a cocktail waitress, and I still love stopping by the hotel now and then for a well-crafted drink. The hotel’s newest restaurant gives me another reason to visit. 1933 Restaurant & Tavern pays tribute to that grand opening year with an approachable steakhouse menu, elevated pub fare, and Prohibition inspired cocktails. The cocktail menu is full of creative takes on Prohibition era drinks, but the 1933 Old Fashioned stands out as one of my favorites.
1933 Old Fashioned
Inspired by the end of Prohibition, this signature cocktail from 1933 Restaurant & Tavern uses nostalgic molasses flavors to create a bold twist on the classic Old Fashioned.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Sagamore Double Oak Rye
- ¾ oz molasses
- 4 dashes molasses bitters
- 3 dashes orange bitters
- Orange peel for garnish
Directions: Combine all ingredients and dry shake. Serve over a large ice ball and garnish with a freshly expressed orange peel.
About 1933 Restaurant & Tavern
The Hotel Hershey’s newest restaurant, 1933 Restaurant & Tavern, pays tribute to the grand opening year of the historic hotel, part of Milton S. Hershey’s visionary “Great Building” campaign. The restaurant brings together culinary classics with modern comfort. Featuring an approachable steakhouse menu and elevated pub fare, guests will savor bold flavors, a unique signature cocktails menu honoring the end of Prohibition, and curated draught beer selections. Guests are greeted by entry artwork featuring historical photos from the 1930s, setting the stage for a menu that celebrates bold, culinary classics.
Executive Chef Bart Umidi
Executive Chef Bart Umidi oversees the culinary operation at The Hotel Hershey, AAA Four-Diamond, historic property, including its three full-service restaurants, all-day cafe, lberian Lounge, room service, banquet and event spaces, spa restaurant and seasonal poolside cafe. No stranger to The Sweetest Place On Earth, Umidi joined The Hotel Hershey culinary team in November 2021 following nine years as Executive Chef at Hershey Lodge. Umidi earned his degree from The Culinary Institute of America and has embraced the regional influences of many diverse destinations throughout his 30+ year career – culinary perspectives that he continues to share with guests in Hershey, Pa.
Visitor Information
- Location: 100 Hotel Road, Hershey, PA 17033
- Closed on Tuesdays
- Lunch: Monday-Saturday, 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Dinner: Sunday-Thursday, 4:30 – 9 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 4 – 9:30 p.m.
- Sunday Brunch: 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
- Reservations: thehotelhershey.com/dining/1933.php
