Fitzwater Station, a stop on the anti slavery underground railway which flourished
before and during the Civil War, lends its name to this building, which was the way-stop
during that turbulent era. Named for Abel Fitzwater a noted land owner and churchman of
Upper Providence Township, the station was part of the sprawling Fitzwater farm which laid
claim to much of the land in this section of the Township along the Schuylkill River.
Fitzwater was most remembered for his role in the aftermath of one of the great floods
of the Schuylkill River which occurred in January 1839. Many bridges and structures along
the river banks were swept away by the force of the current. The new village, Lumberville
on the Fitzwater farm, which sprung up shortly before, was submerged by flood waters and
huge, lethal floating chunks of ice. Fitzwater put aside all thoughts of personal safety as he
entered the water time and time again among the ice floes to rescue inhabitants of homes
who were cut off from food, drinking water and heat. The heroic feats performed by
Fitzwater during that flood were to extract a heavy toll. He was left with a lingering disease
which would claim his life a little more that a year later.
Eventually the little village of Lumberville was to be renamed Port Providence and the
Schuylkill River gained a sister waterway called the Schuylkill Canal. The village thrived
and prospered as the coal-hauling barges made their way from central Pennsylvania to the
bustling commercial facilities of Philadelphia.
The Tavern on the canal did a brisk business as the hard working , hard drinking
bargemen made it one of their favorite hostelries on the long trip to and from Philadelphia.
Abel Fitzwater was a fifth generation descendant of Thomas Fitzwater who came to America
with William Penn on the ship “Welcome” from Middlesex, England. While in his infancy
and following his mothers death, Abel Fitzwater went to live with an uncle, Moses Hobson,
a well know resident in Upper Providence Township.
After his marriage to Isabella Umstead in 1825, Fitzwater purchased his sprawling
farm. His father in law, Jonas Umstead, owned a farm nearby in the village of Green Tree,
where Egypt and Green Tree roads intersect, a short distance from where you are seated.
Abel Fitzwater's’ son Joseph, continued with the operation of the family farm
following his father’s death and opened a hardware business in Phoenixville, which
specialized in equipment for steamed powered well drilling.
He became a prominent member of the Phoenixville business and social communities,
serving as a director of the National Bank of Phoenixville and President of the Phoenix
Bridge Co. a firm which erected famous bridges worldwide. Welcome then to the spirit of
Joseph and Abel Fitzwater, where geniality and hospitality are our overriding aims,
coinciding with the excellence of our bill of fare
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Add long hots or smoked cheddar for just $2 at Fitzwater Station, a favorite spot on the Fitzwater Station menu in Phoenixville.
(JUMBO WINGS SMOKED THEN FRIED) SERVED WITH YOUR CHOICE OF SAUCE, RANCH OR BLEU CHEESE & CELERY ON THE SIDE. At Fitzwater Station, a popular spot on the Fitzwater Station menu in Phoenixville, you can choose a sauce on the side: MILD, HOT, CANAL ST. HEAT, GARLIC HOT, BBQ, BOURBON BBQ, STINGIN’ HONEY, CAROLINA BBQ, GARLIC PARM, SWEET RED CHILI, JAMAICAN JERK, OR MANGO HABANERO.
Enjoy dishes featuring peppers, onions, and provolone at the Fitzwater Station restaurant in Phoenixville. Explore the Fitzwater Station menu for amazing combinations that highlight these delicious ingredients.
At Fitzwater Station in Phoenixville, you can enhance your meal from the Fitzwater Station menu by adding sour cream for just $.50, shredded cheese for $.50, or jalapeños for an additional $.50.
Enjoy a delightful salad featuring mixed greens, sliced apple, candied walnuts, raisins, crumbled bleu cheese, and raspberry vinaigrette dressing at Fitzwater Station. You can enhance your meal by adding chicken for $3, shrimp for $4, pork for $4, brisket for $5, or salmon for $5. Visit the Fitzwater Station menu for more delicious options in Phoenixville.
Enjoy a delicious mix of greens topped with sautéed crab, shrimp, tomatoes, cucumbers, red bell peppers, and feta cheese, all drizzled with a refreshing mango vinaigrette dressing, as featured on the Fitzwater Station menu at the Fitzwater Station restaurant in Phoenixville.
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At Fitzwater Station in Phoenixville, you can enhance your meal by adding chicken for $3, shrimp for $4, pork for $4, brisket for $5, or salmon for $5, all featured on the Fitzwater Station menu.
SERVED W/ HONEY MUSTARD at the Fitzwater Station, where you can explore the delicious offerings on the Fitzwater Station menu in Phoenixville. Visit the Fitzwater Station restaurant for a unique dining experience.
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SERVED WITH BLEU CHEESE at the Fitzwater Station, a popular choice on the Fitzwater Station menu in Phoenixville. Visit the Fitzwater Station restaurant to try it for yourself!
SERVED WITH CHIPOTLE RANCH at Fitzwater Station, a popular restaurant on the Fitzwater Station menu in Phoenixville.
SERVED WITH CHEESE AND HORSEY SAUCE at Fitzwater Station, where you can explore the delicious offerings on the Fitzwater Station menu in Phoenixville.
(JUMBO WINGS) SERVED WITH YOUR CHOICE OF SAUCE, RANCH OR BLEU CHEESE, AND CELERY ON THE SIDE. CHOOSE A SAUCE FROM THE FITZWATER STATION MENU: MILD, HOT, CANAL ST. HEAT, GARLIC HOT, BBQ, BOURBON BBQ, STINGIN’ HONEY, CAROLINA BBQ, GARLIC PARM, SWEET RED CHILI, JAMAICAN JERK, OR MANGO HABANERO. VISIT THE FITZWATER STATION RESTAURANT IN PHOENIXVILLE TO ENJOY THESE DELICIOUS WINGS!
SERVED WITH RANCH at Fitzwater Station, a popular spot on the Fitzwater Station menu in Phoenixville, where you can enjoy delicious dishes at the Fitzwater Station restaurant.
SERVED WITH MANGO SAUCE at Fitzwater Station, a popular item from the Fitzwater Station menu in Phoenixville, known for its delightful flavors and unique offerings at the Fitzwater Station restaurant.
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SERVED WITH SOUR CREAM at Fitzwater Station, a popular spot on the Fitzwater Station menu in Phoenixville, is a must-try for those visiting this delightful Fitzwater Station restaurant.
Indulge in our house fried chips topped with fresh lettuce, cheese, jalapeños, and guacamole, with your choice of beef, brisket, or chorizo. Discover this delicious option at the Fitzwater Station menu in Phoenixville, where the Fitzwater Station restaurant is known for its flavor-packed dishes.
SERVED WITH A SIDE OF CREOLE MUSTARD at Fitzwater Station, where you can explore the exciting offerings on the Fitzwater Station menu in Phoenixville, making your dining experience at this renowned Fitzwater Station restaurant even more delightful.
At Fitzwater Station in Phoenixville, you can choose between delicious bacon or brisket, topped with a fried egg and American cheese, all served on a fresh round roll alongside a side of chips. Check out the Fitzwater Station menu for this mouthwatering option at our renowned Fitzwater Station restaurant.
Enjoy a delicious dish with American cheese, fried onions, mushrooms, and sweet peppers, all served with a side of chips at Fitzwater Station Restaurant. Explore the Fitzwater Station menu in Phoenixville for more tasty options.
Enjoy a delicious dish with American cheese, fried onions, mushrooms, and sweet peppers, all served with a side of chips at Fitzwater Station Restaurant. Explore the Fitzwater Station menu in Phoenixville for more tasty options.
At Fitzwater Station in Phoenixville, you can choose between breaded eggplant or grilled chicken breast, both served with sautéed onions, roasted red peppers, garlic mayo, and provolone cheese on a ciabatta roll, accompanied by a side of chips. Check out the Fitzwater Station menu for this delicious option at our restaurant.
At Fitzwater Station in Phoenixville, enjoy our breaded and deep-fried shrimp served atop a bed of crisp lettuce, fresh tomato, creamy cheese, and zesty Creole mustard, complemented by a side of chips from our delicious Fitzwater Station menu.
Enjoy our Crab Ball recipe in a delightful cake form, served on a roll with fresh lettuce and tomato, accompanied by a side of chips, available on the Fitzwater Station menu at Fitzwater Station in Phoenixville.
SERVED ON A CIABATTA ROLL AT FITZWATER STATION, PHOENIXVILLE (ADD TURKEY $2/ ADD SHRIMP $4). CHECK OUT THE FITZWATER STATION MENU FOR MORE DELICIOUS OPTIONS!
Enjoy a delicious breaded chicken breast served on a round roll topped with Nashville sauce, crisp lettuce, pickles, and mayo, available on the Fitzwater Station menu at our Fitzwater Station restaurant in Phoenixville. This satisfying meal is accompanied by a side of chips.
Enjoy our delicious guacamole, wrapped with lettuce, tomato, cheese, and chipotle ranch, available on the Fitzwater Station menu. Pair it with a side of chips for a perfect treat at Fitzwater Station in Phoenixville, the go-to spot for flavorful dishes.
Enjoy our mixed cheddar cheese with peppers and onions at Fitzwater Station. Enhance your dish by adding chicken for $2, shrimp for $5, or brisket for $5. Visit us at Fitzwater Station in Phoenixville to explore our full menu.
At Fitzwater Station in Phoenixville, enjoy our batter-dipped flounder filet, served with a side of fries, coleslaw, and tartar sauce, all featured on the Fitzwater Station menu.
Enjoy CRISPY FRIED SHRIMP from the Fitzwater Station menu, served with a side of fries, refreshing coleslaw, and zesty cocktail sauce, all at Fitzwater Station in Phoenixville.
Enjoy our crispy chicken fingers from the Fitzwater Station menu, served with a side of fries, coleslaw, and honey mustard at the Fitzwater Station restaurant in Phoenixville.
At Fitzwater Station in Phoenixville, enjoy our delicious breaded chicken breast served atop a Belgian waffle, paired with a side of bacon, sweet potato fries, and both a sweet dipping sauce and syrup, all featured on the Fitzwater Station menu.
Enjoy delicious veggies and provolone cheese served on a Corropole long roll, accompanied by a side of chips at Fitzwater Station. Feel free to try this tasty option with any wing sauce! Enhance your meal with long hots for just $2. Discover this delightful option on the Fitzwater Station menu at our Phoenixville location.
Enjoy a cut of salmon from the Fitzwater Station menu, enhanced with our honey creole mustard, paired with delicious mashers and Brussels sprouts at Fitzwater Station in Phoenixville, the perfect choice for a delightful meal at the Fitzwater Station restaurant.
HALF POUND ANGUS CHUCK & BRISKET BLEND OR CHICKEN BREAST
Enjoy the classic combination of lettuce, tomato, and raw onion, served with a side of fries, as featured on the Fitzwater Station menu. Don't forget, you can add your choice of cheese for just $2 at Fitzwater Station in Phoenixville.
Sautéed onions, mushrooms, Swiss cheese, lettuce, and tomato are featured on the Fitzwater Station menu, served with a side of fries at the Fitzwater Station restaurant in Phoenixville.
At Fitzwater Station in Phoenixville, enjoy our BBQ sauce topped with cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, lettuce, and tomato, all finished with delicious fried onion rings. This mouthwatering dish is served with a side of fries, making it a must-try item from the Fitzwater Station menu.
ALL KID’S MEALS SERVED WITH FRIES & KID’S CUP BEVERAGE
FOR OUR CANINE FRIENDS!
3 PIECES OF DELICIOUS BACON
PEANUT BUTTER ON BREAD
ONE UNSEASONED BEEF PATTY
TWO SLICES OF ANY CHEESE OF YOUR CHOICE
264 Canal Street, Phoenixville, PA, USA
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