Sometimes traveling off-of-the-beaten path yields some pretty amazing rewards - hidden waterfalls, breathtaking views, and adorable country restaurants. When you've got a few hours free, climb behind the wheel and follow the winding country roads that will take you straight to Brenda's Family Restaurant, a country restaurant in Pennsylvania. Make sure you bring a hearty appetite - and the whole family - with you.

Nestled along a winding road in Mill Run, not too far from Fallingwater, Brenda's Family Restaurant wins over locals and travelers passing through with its old-fashioned country charm...

This is the perfect stop after a visit to Fallingwater or Bear Run Nature Reserve. We started our time in the Pennsylvania mountains with a short but really beautiful hike at Bear Run Nature Reserve before heading over to Brenda's. If you're not familiar with the area, plug the address into your GPS.

Cozy ambiance, and delicious home-cooked meals. If you happen to pass by, pull over and stop in. Even if you're not hungry at the moment, you can always order a meal to go.

If you're a fan of old-school restaurants, you'll love Brenda's Family Restaurant. We were greeted warmly, as if we were old friends.

Chances are pretty good you'll feel right at home in this tiny restaurant that's been called a hidden gem and is praised for its "excellent service" and "awesome food."

Wait until you peruse the Brenda's Family Restaurant menu. Your mouth is sure to start watering.

Start your day on a scrumptious note with one of Brenda's hearty breakfasts. Homemade biscuits and gravy, omelets, and pancakes are among the many classics on the menu.

Love a good cinnamon roll? Order one of the homemade cinnamon rolls, and then grab one for the road.

If you're stopping by for lunch or dinner, take a peek at the posted specials. Brenda's serves everything from dinner salads (such as the taco salad) to burgers.

Is looking at the Brenda's Family Restaurant photos of food getting your stomach growling in anticipation?

You can't go wrong with a hearty entree. Try such favorites as spaghetti and meatballs, homemade meatloaf, or chicken and biscuits.

There's just something so comforting about a meal just like mom used to make, isn't there?

Oh, and did we mention that Brenda's is home to the "best ever fried chicken dinner?" Yep - that's what it's called, and diners agree. The scrumptious fried chicken dinner comes with potatoes, a vegetable, and a roll.

Remember yesteryear when we went on Sunday drives to the country? Take one of those country drives, any day of the week, and stop by this cozy Mill Run restaurant.

There's only one way to end a meal at Brenda's, and that's with a decadent dessert. How about a slice of pie or cake or homemade apple dumplings with a scoop or two of ice cream?

View days, hours, and a menu on the Facebook page of Brenda's Family Restaurant.

Have you been to Brenda's Family Restaurant, a country restaurant in Pennsylvania? What did you think? Share your experience in the comments! Ready for an adventure? Spend a weekend exploring Amish country in Pennsylvania or set off on one of the best hiking trails in Pennsylvania.