Chef's Market

100 Hotel Rd, Hershey, PA 17033, United States
+1 717-534-8800
$$$ Cafe
(49 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Step into a world of culinary delight at Chef's Market, a charming café nestled within the luxurious Hotel Hershey, located at 100 Hotel Rd, Hershey, PA. This delightful spot captures the essence of a gourmet café while offering an inviting atmosphere that beckons both hotel guests and local food enthusiasts alike.

As soon as you enter, you're greeted by the irresistible aroma of freshly brewed coffee and the sweet scent of baked goods. The atmosphere is calm and peaceful, perfect for enjoying a mid-morning snack or an afternoon treat. Stretched out with a newspaper in one hand and a piping hot espresso in the other, you can truly unwind in this inviting space, as customer Michael Brulo eloquently puts it. The baristas here, especially Lauren, are dedicated to delivering exquisite service, ensuring your beverage—be it hot or iced—is prepared to perfection.

Chef's Market is not just known for its ambiance but also for its outstanding selection of pastries, desserts, and light bites. Imagine indulging in delectable pastries, praised by customers like Brandon Strouphauer, who has declared them some of the best he’s ever tasted. For a more substantial offering, consider a Roast Beef Sandwich with Havarti, a favorite among patrons who appreciate a satisfying lunch without indulging in a heavy meal after a lavish buffet breakfast. The café, although experiencing mixed reviews on certain items, continues to entice with its evolving menu and presentation.

However, it's worth noting the variability in customer feedback. While many adore the lavish pastries, some, like Lauren Geesey, have noted the occasional misstep, such as overly buttery icing on cupcakes. Despite the highs and lows, one thing is for sure—a visit to Chef's Market is bound to be an experience filled with delightful flavors and warm hospitality.

Whether you’re grabbing a quick coffee to go or settling down to enjoy a few sweet treats, Chef's Market offers a perfect balance of indulgence and leisure. For those in Hershey looking for a cozy spot to gather with friends or simply enjoy a moment of solitude, Chef's Market is a hidden gem worth exploring. Don't be surprised if you find yourself returning for just one more pastry!

Service options
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Fast service
Great coffee
Great dessert
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Coffee
Comfort food
Healthy options
Quick bite
Small plates
Dining options
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Amenities
Toilet
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Family friendly
Tourists
Payments
Credit cards
NFC mobile payments
Children
Good for kids
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

06:30 AM - 09:00 PM

Tuesday

06:30 AM - 09:00 PM

Wednesday

06:30 AM - 09:00 PM

Thursday

06:30 AM - 09:00 PM

Friday

06:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Saturday

06:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Sunday

06:30 AM - 09:00 PM

49 Reviews
Lauren Geesey

22 Sep 2025

Their pastries, desserts and food are really good for the most part. I got my daughter a vanilla cupcake and she wouldn’t eat the icing. I assume it was buttercream icing but I had to laugh because it was literally almost straight up butter. I don’t know who is approving that icing recipe, it’s pretty much inedible haha. Unless it was a mess up from someone making it that day

Brandon Strouphauer

19 Sep 2025

Chef’s Market is fabulous! Some of the best pastries I’ve ever had and the drinks are delicious. I love the setting and it’s very peaceful.

Gregory Weiss

11 Aug 2025

Great breakfast, good coffee, and not too too expensive

Michael Brulo

07 Aug 2025

A great place to unwind and enjoy the newspaper over a great drink. Hot drinks are always piping hot, just how I like it. Lauren, a 5 star barista, makes great iced drinks too. The espresso is strong and the coffee is black.

Rachael Schnurr

24 Jul 2025

This is maybe the bougiest cafe in Pennsylvania. Atmosphere is fine and the baristas we're wonderful, but the food is overpriced. There was also a manager who kept coming in and making everyone feel uncomfortable. :( If you're staying at the hotel and need a cup of coffee though, it's fine.

Brandywine Lady

25 Jun 2025

The Chef's Market in the Hotel Hershey is an overlooked gem. It's not just fancy pastry. We like it, and as we tend to stay around the hotel property, it's the perfect place for lunch or mid afternoon snack. After a huge buffet breakfast at The Circular and anticipating another large meal at either Harvest or The Circular it's perfect for a little pick me up. I had a Roast Beef Sandwich with Havarti and actually took 1/2 back to the frig. in our room. A much-needed venue at The Hotel Hershey on the Registration Lobby level.

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