Pumpkin patch season is in full swing. And those in Northeast, Pennsylvania making their seasonal pilgrimages to Roba Family Farms in Abington Township can prepare for yet another autumnal feast of apple cider doughnuts, plus entertainment, pumpkin shopping and so much more.
Amidst the corn maze, hayride, pig races, apple cannons, potato sack slide, and more attractions, the 52-acre farm and fun area has an assortment of quick service food stands to keep visitors satiated all day and night. Outside food is welcome as well for those who prefer to pack a lunch and picnic or just kick of their day with a homemade meal before giving into the scent of freshly fried tater tots. Throughout the farm, no cash is accepted, just credit or debit cards and Apple Pay.
Here’s where to eat at Roba Family Farms:
Grilled Cheese Wagon
Back at Roba’s from 2023 is the Grilled Cheese Wagon, one of the closest hot food stands to the entrance and farm animals. Here, find tour types of grilled cheese, priced at $7.99 – $9.99. You can’t go wrong with The American, stacking slices of everyone’s favorite gooey cheese on rustic slices of bread, or get a little fancy with the Farm Fresh sandwich stacking provolone, mozzarella, tomato and basil.
Smokin’ BBQ Barn
If you find it difficult to walk past smokers slow roasting pork should before they’re doused in barbecue sauce this is the spot for you. Pulled pork sandwiches ($9.99) are served on soft Martin’s rolls, and can be paired with gooey mac and cheese or tater tots ($6.99). A combo peal offers a sandwich and side for $14.99 or you can go big with the Loaded Tots ($15.99) topped with mac and cheese and a layer of saucy pulled pork. Get extra napkins.
Chicken tenders at fries at Roba’s Family Farms in Pennsylvania
Jake’s Grill House
A classic (that means potentially long lines, particularly at meal time), this is the spot to find Roba’s beloved hand dipped chicken tenders, plus homemade cheeseburgers. A combo goes for $13.99 and includes a generous portion of fries. Those looking for a sweet treat can also order six warm chocolate chip cookies and a glass of milk here ($9.99) or a cider slushie. Turn the corner to load up on Heinz dipping sauces including honey mustard, barbecue, ranch, ketchup and more.
Jeff’s Country Sweets
Ready for more sugar? Snag apple cider doughnuts here by the half-dozen ($8.95) or dozen ($12.95), plus freshly fried funnel cake ($7.99) loaded with powdered sugar. Hot drinks including apple cider, coffee, hot chocolate and pumpkin cappuccinos ($3.99) are also available.
Taco Junction
A food truck at the center of the action, #RobasTacoBowls are a new-ish addition to the farm, offering a variety of toppings on fresh cut and fried tortillas chips sprinkled with ranch powder seasoning, i.e. farm style Doritos. Choose from flame roasted white corn with poblano pepper, cilantro lime shredded chicken, hand-pulled pork carnitas, or hand-pulled short rib and dressings like roasted red pepper aioli, avocado ranch or sriracha ranch. Bowls range from $13.99- $16.99, but the best value is a Kid’s Meal, topping chips with ground beef and nacho cheese for $7.99.
Pizza & Dogs
For some quick-to-eat fan favorites, visit this red barn offering hot dogs ($5.99) or personal pizzas, in both cheese and pepperoni ($7.99). Mac and cheese ($6.99) is also available here, and offered as a combo with a hot dog ($12.99) or pizza ($13.99). Like all food stands, bottled water ($2.99) and Pepsi soft drinks ($3.99) are also available.