Everyone loves a great deal: buy one get one, buy one get one half off, buy one before 4 p.m. and save 25%… etc. Here we have some that are, eat it all — and pay NOTHING! The only challenge is that consuming these meals might be a physical and an emotional feat of endurance and willpower. Please be safe. Here are seven eating challenges in Pennsylvania that are true feats of human will and appetite.

Please note: Before heading over to the restaurant to participate in a challenge, first confirm the restaurant is open and there is a current challenge. Each restaurant below features a link to its website.

1. Denny's Beer Barrel Pub, Clearfield
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Denny's has a variety of burger challenges and their website claims that they have some of the largest burgers in the country... If not the world! Pictured is the Pub Super Challenger, which is free if you can finish it. If you're really up for a challenge, go for the Beer Barrel Burgernator Challenge. It's a 25-pound burger made of only meat and cheese, and it means business. (Don't worry, Denny's allows *two* participants for this challenge.) Learn more on the official website of Denny's Beer Barrel Pub.
2. Edinboro Hotel, Edinboro
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Apologies that there is no photograph of this particular Goliath -- you're going to have to let us paint a picture with words, instead. The challenge is called the Loch Ness Monster. It is 1 1/2 pounds of steak covered in an additional pound of meatballs and hot sausage, topped with mushrooms, peppers, and onions. You and one other person have an hour to finish it. Clock's ticking! No worries if you're not up for the challenge; instead, sit down to a delicious meal at this beloved spot. Edinboro Hotel Bar dishes up a little bit of everything - soups, salads, wings, pizza, sandwiches, and dinner entrees. Here's the official website of Edinboro Hotel Bar.
3. Pudge's Steaks, Blue Bell
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If you're looking to go down in the record books, this challenge remains undefeated -- so far. Your mission: consume a two-foot long cheesesteak and three pounds of fries in under half an hour. Do that, and your meal is free. Pudge's Steak and Hoagies, with locations in Blue Bell and Towamencin, is also a perfect stop if you're just hungry for a cheesesteak sandwich. Their cheesesteak, in fact, has earned distinction as Philadelphia's best three years in a row. Head over to the official website of Pudge's Steak and Hoagies for more information.

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4. South Philly Bar & Grill, Philadelphia
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The Six Pound Grand Salami Challenge will have you sweating all sorts of spicy. The popular Philadelphia sports bar is a fun spot for a bite to eat and a drink, even if you're not in the mood for a challenge. Here's the official Facebook page for South Philly Bar & Grill.
5. Uncle Buck's BBQ, Plymouth Meeting
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This behemoth weighs in at almost six pounds. It has not only pulled pork, but French fries and veggies on the sandwich. You might never eat ever again. If you're just heading over for a meal, you'll have quite a few scrumptious BBQ dishes from which to choose. Your mouth's likely going to start watering when you browse the menu for Uncle Buck's BBQ.
6. Anthracite Cafe
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Good luck eating this massive five-pound cheesesteak in under an hour! The eatery is also well-known for its large selection of wings, which are available in several dozen flavors. Browse the full menu on the official website of Antracite Café.
7. Bistro on Bridge, Pheonixville
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The 10,000 Ghost Wings Challenge calls for you to eat 12 super hot wings in 10 minutes. Good luck! Here's the official website for Bistro on Bridge.

Do you know of any other eating challenges in Pennsylvania that belong on this list? Let us know in the comments! Did you know that Cluck University Chicken in East Stroudsburg serves buffalo wings that are so hot you have to sign a waiver?

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What are the best hidden gem restaurants in Pennsylvania?

Dining out is pretty easy when you live in a foodie state like PA. Some of the best dining destinations are the hidden gem restaurants in Pennsylvania. Henry’s Salt of the Sea in Allentown, for example, boasts a delicious menu of French-inspired seafood dishes, making it a must try at least once. For a scrumptious meal in an enchanting setting, plan a visit to Clifford’s Restaurant in Evans City. The BYOB- restaurant serves such delicious dishes as ahi tuna and grilled pork loin chops. Christine’s Restaurant in Yardley is also a hidden gem restaurant.

What are the best family-friendly restaurants in Pennsylvania?

Taking the whole family out for a meal can sometimes pose a challenge. After all, getting everyone to agree on the same restaurant could be quite tricky. Mac Mart in Philly is the perfect solution. It dishes up the classic comfort food – mac and cheese. Try the traditional mac and cheese or go for something bolder, such as the BBQ mac and cheese or the corn dog mac and cheese. For another unique and fun family-friendly dining experience, head over to Casey Jones Restaurant at the Red Caboose Motel. (The motel is comprised of all former train cabooses.) The restaurant serves such favorites as burgers and spaghetti.

What are the best mom & pop restaurants in Pennsylvania?

Did you know that you’ll find some of the biggest portions in Pennsylvania at its mom and pop restaurants? Yep, and we’ve got a ton of mom and pop restaurants that dot the state. Dig into breakfast, lunch, or dinner, at the old-school Neptune Diner, which dishes up all of the favorites – from spaghetti and meatballs to fried chicken. Next time you’re craving a cheesesteak or a mighty breakfast, make your way to Lou’s Sandwich Shop in Norristown, a popular neighborhood eatery since 1941. The Glider Diner in Scranton, which opened in 1945, is known for its hearty portions and delicious menu, which includes meatloaf and roast beef.

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Denny's Beer Barrel Pub, 1452 Woodland Rd, Clearfield, PA 16830, USA
100 Meadville St, Edinboro, PA 16412, USA
Pudges Steaks and Hoagies Blue Bell, 1510 Dekalb Pike, Blue Bell, PA 19422, USA
1235 E Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19147, USA
361 W Main St, Plymouth, PA 18651, USA
804 Scott St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18705, USA
212 Bridge St, Phoenixville, PA 19460, USA