A Sneak Preview of Butler County's 2026 Restaurant Week

Published by Jeremy. Last Updated on January 23, 2026.

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We love going out to new restaurants in the area, and we are always blown away by how many great spots there are. Even after exploring for 10+ years, we always find something new in the local food scene that blows us away.

For those who are looking to try something new, Restaurant Weeks offer a great opportunity to try a new-to-you restaurant or to sample menu items that you haven't had before.

Butler County's Restaurant Week is taking on a slightly different format from the traditional model, and participating restaurants are showcasing one signature dish from January 23rd to February 1st in 2026. Guests who try menu items will be entered to win gift cards as well!

In this one, we wanted to share a bit more about the features you should try during the upcoming Restaurant Week.

Note: This article was sponsored by Experience Butler County PA. As always, all opinions are our own.

Butler County Offers a Novel Restaurant Week Format

When we first heard about Butler County's Restaurant Week, one element caught our eye as being very interesting.

Many Restaurant Week concepts we've seen over the years often task restaurants with creating a prix fixe menu at a set price (such as an appetizer, entree, and dessert). Some of these may be regular menu items grouped into a special set menu, whereas others may be unique dishes created for the event outright.

The latter can have its pros and cons, because while you may be able to save money over the regular menu, the dishes may not be a true representation of what a regular menu experience is like at any given restaurant.

Butler County's Restaurant Week recognized that this is an issue (not to mention, prix fixe meals are still somewhat expensive even with a discount) and instead tasked each restaurant to showcase one signature menu item you may want to try.

We really like this concept because it showcases what restaurants do well each and every week, and for most, if you like a featured dish, you can likely find it as a permanent fixture of their menu to order again at a later date!

Even better? Experience Butler County is also running a gift card giveaway during Restaurant Week. Guests who register on the restaurant week website and check-in with during their visit to each restaurant (via geo-tag) will be entered to win.

The grand prize features a $150 gift card to Burgher's Brewing, second prize over $100 in various gift cards to local restaurants, and third prize includes $75 in gift cards!

Participating Restaurants in 2026

For Butler County's 2026 Restaurant Week, many great restaurants are hosting specials, including the following. Please note that this list will be updated as more details for restaurant week come out. The restaurant name is listed in bold and the special item, when available, is in italics.

Union Brothers Brewing – Devil's Advocate Burger – Smash beef burger with American cheese, deviled egg mix, Sriracha aioli, lettuce, tomato, bacon, and pickles
JJs World – Ash and Gold – Potato and cheese pierogi with chopped applewood bacon, onions, shaved Brussels sprouts, and a black garlic aioli
Mama Rosa's Restaurant and Sauce Kitchen – Chicken Parmigiana Dinner – A dinner order of chicken parmigiana with soup or salad and a side of pasta, vegetable, or baked potato
North Country Brewing Company – Balsamic Chicken Thighs
Nothing Bundt Cakes – Free Bundtlet with Any Purchase – Max one per day
Burghers Brewing – The Fox Chapel – Smash burger with goat cheese, mixed greens, pickled onions, and balsamic glaze
ShuBrew – Porchetta Ramen and Veg Winter Mushroom & Miso Ramen – Two ramen specialties, one with chicken and pork and another vegetarian-forward with mushrooms.
The Beacon Hotel – Hot Roast Beef + Chicken Bowls – Two menu items featured including slow-roasted beef with coleslaw and potato plus crispy chicken on mashed potato, corn, with gravy and cheddar cheese
The Harmony Inn – Chicken Spaetzel – Grilled chicken with sauteed onions and herb spaetzel with a creamy butter sauce
Penn Gold Ice Cream – $2 single scoop cones, two for $5 ice cream sandwiches – Waffle cones excluded.
The Munching Moose – Build a Box – Pick six cookies for a to go box.
Elluinger's Meat Deli & Catering – Build Your Own Sandwiches – Pick and choose meats, cheese, and toppings on a sandwich.
11th Frame Bar & Grill – Tips and Tots – Tater tots topped with brisket, gravy, and feta cheese.
Mars Pizza – 15% off a large, one-topping pizza.
Energized Dining at the Ramada by Wyndham – Chicken Francese and Creme Brulee – Battered pan-fried chicken breast with lemon, white wine, and butter served on pasta, plus creme brulee for dessert.
Wunderbar Coffee and Crepes – Berries & Cream Crepe – Topped with sweetened cream cheese, seasonal berries, a berry drizzle, powdered sugar, and whipped cream.
Village Cafe & Mercantile – $2 off any sandwich order

Other businesses that will be taking part include Domenico's, Rooster's Coffee Bar, The Chop Shop, The Bloom Cafe, Pocha by Kye-Won, and more. We will update this article as their signature dishes are announced!

Note: For up-to-date signature dishes and specials, check out Butler County's Restaurant Week webiste.

Suffice it to say, with two dozen restaurants and shops participating, you really have your work cut out for you when it comes to eating around Butler County during Restaurant Week. We have tried a few of these featured dishes ourselves in recent weeks, such as Pocha by Kye-Won's Korean menu, Union Brothers' The Devil's Advocate Burger, and JJ's World's Ash & Gold pierogi, and really enjoyed the incredible flavor in each of the dishes.

We can't wait to try more participating restaurants soon!

Where will you hit for Butler County's Restaurant Week first? Comment below to share!

This article was sponsored by Experience Butler County PA. More information on Restaurant Week can be found here.

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