About
the Building
Located at 44 Steinwehr Avenue in downtown
Gettysburg, established in 2000, O'Rorkes is named
after Union commander and hero Patrick Henry
O'rorke, the 26 year old Colonel of the 140th New
York Infantry. An Irish immigrant who settled
as a child in Rochester, New York. He
graduated first in his class at West Point in the
Spring of 1861. His illustrious military
career was cut short in Gettysburg, where he dies on
July 2, 1863 on Little Round Top while leading his
regiment in battle. The young Colonel left
behind his bride of just a few weeks and many acquaintances
who were proud to call him their friend.
Our name is meant
to appeal to history lovers who pass through our
doors, to those who love all things Irish, and to
those who want a great meal and a good time.
About the Restaurant
A true Irish Restaurant in
spirit and decor, O'Rorke's Pub features
a wide-ranging menu with traditional Irish favorites, classic American cuisine
and special dishes.
The dining area is split into two levels. Downstairs
there is our country cottage area with a brick
fireplace and wide plank floors making you feel as if you stepped back in time.
The wooden bar is the centerpiece of the front pub
area with cozy booths and a fireplace at the end of
the room.
Upstairs is a non
smoking area, suitable for parties up to 40 people for dining but
still it retains that comfortable charm that you
felt as you walked in.
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