Frosty’s Frozen Delights is a locally-owned ice cream shop located along PA-85 in Rural Valley. This beloved shop is known for its weekly ice cream specials, other sweet treats, and friendly staff.
Soft-serve ice cream and signature shakes top the menu at this classic burger and fries fast-food chain.
Jordans Soft Serve is a family-owned and operated ice cream shop that has been a staple in Armstrong County for over 40 years.
Kristin’s Ice Cream Korner (KICK) is a family-owned and operated ice cream parlor serving both soft serve and homemade hard scooped ice cream. Their delicious homemade, hand-dipped ice cream is made fresh on-site. They have over 20 milkshake flavors and creative sundaes to choose from, as well as indoor and outdoor seating.
Opened in 1955, Lackey’s Dairy Queen is a seasonal shop specializing in soft-serve ice cream and signature shakes.
Lick ‘n’ Putt is the best of both worlds, especially on a hot summer day — ice cream AND mini golf. This staple along the county line is the only place for putt putt in the area and is a family-friendly stop to add to your Armstrong County itinerary.
Speedy’s Tasty Treats is a locally-owned ice cream shop specializing in homemade soft serve and hand-dipped ice cream. They’re well-known for their delicious ice cream cake rolls, served with hot fudge, and feature a different Flavor of the Day daily. Speedy’s was recently featured on Pittsburgh Today Live’s Neighborhood Nosh when host David Highfield, an Armstrong County native, joined owner Kathy to learn how to make the infamous ice cream cake roll.
Sweet Delights is a tasty freeze located in Distant. They offer cool, creamy soft-serve ice cream treats along with hand-dipped flavors. They also have food items such as fresh burgers, sandwiches, hot dogs, salads, and more.
A local favorite, The Ice Cream Pump is an ice cream shop serving up delicious ice cream cones and sundaes.
Widnoon Soft Serve goes above and beyond in creating one-of-a-kind ice cream confections, including ice cream nachos. Visit their Facebook page for weekly sundae and ice cream flavors.
Fox’s Pizza Den is a chain restaurant serving authentic pizzas, salads, nearly world famous “wedgies,” gourmet pizzas, hoagies, and more. All items are hand-made with the finest ingredients.
Coal Town Coffee & Cafe is a local coffee shop selling hot and iced coffees, frappes, fruit smoothies, cappuccinos, homemade pastries and baked goods, and more! They also have candies and gift items in their shop.
Coal Town is reopening on Thursday, July 14! Their hours will be Thursdays and Fridays from 6:30 AM-4 PM and Saturdays from 7 AM-12:30 PM. Please check their Facebook page for updates.
Jodi Bennett, Custom Artist Studio hosts paint and craft classes for all ages at various locations around the county and is available for private parties.
DiMaio’s Market was started in 1925 by Frank DiMaio, the grandfather of the present owner. It has been in the family ever since. The store started as a one-room mom-and-pop store, expanded to a new facility in 1948, and the present facility was opened in 2004. While the selection has expanded greatly over the years, one thing has remained constant — they strive to offer the utmost service to their customers.
Double Shot Sports Bar and Grill is a sports bar for family and friends to grab food and drinks and watch their favorite teams. They host pool tournaments, bingo, and other entertainment for patrons.
Ding-A-Ling Sports Club is a local non-profit organization supporting athletics in the community with fundraising tournaments for student-athlete scholarships and youth athletic programs.
Founded in 1980, the Cowanshannock Creek Watershed Association promotes activities aimed at improving the water quality of Cowanshannock Creek and creating a healthier, safer, and more aesthetically-pleasing environment in which to work, live, and play.
Novick’s is a family and veteran-owned small business dedicated to serving high-quality, fresh dishes.
Valley Café is a friendly small-town café offering breakfast and lunch daily from 7 AM to 2 PM.
Cake Shotts is a small bakery located in Dayton specializing in custom wedding cakes and 3D cakes for all occasions! They also offer cupcakes, cookies, gobs, cinnamon rolls, cake decorating classes, and much more.
R&P Coffee Co. is an informal, neutral ground coffee shop with a vision to see communities thrive! The mission? Simply put: Restoration and Placemaking (R&P). The shop is open Wednesday-Saturdays weekly and the first Tuesday of each month.
Black Bull Steakhouse is an award-winning restaurant that prides itself on hand-cut fresh steaks and burgers. They offer something for everyone’s palate and budget.
Located in Rural Valley, Charley’s Place is a family-owned Italian restaurant offering the area’s best homemade pizzas and entrees.
DiMaio’s Ristorante’ is a full-service Italian restaurant offering homemade, high-quality dinner entrees made in-house.
Avi’s Tavern is a great place for friends and family to sit, drink, and enjoy. It boasts a friendly atmosphere that makes you feel at home.
Woffords Tree Farm is a family-owned and operated Christmas tree farm in Rural Valley selling trees, seasonal green and decorative wreaths, and home decor.
Mostly Oak Woodcrafts is a showroom selling handcrafted items made from oak, cherry, and other Pennsylvania hardwoods.
Silver Canoe Campground offers pet-friendly, year-round camping with full hook-ups, a heated pool, an activities center, and cabin rentals. Amenities include electric, water, and sewage hookups, a swimming pool, cabin rentals, internet access, and organized activities. There are also two venues for your party needs: a game room for smaller events and a banquet hall for up to 120 guests. The event venue can accommodate lakeside weddings, and guests have full use of the campground facilities, including the swimming pool, boat rentals, playground, and more.
Goldstrohm Farms is a family-owned farm offering red, white, and yellow table stock potatoes. Their season runs from September through December 1st.
Acorn Hollow Farm is a 23-acre farmette based in Kittanning producing organic vegetables and fruits, including tomatoes, cabbage, squash, potatoes, and more.