I'm a foodie and have lived in Lancaster PA for pretty much all my life, so here is my list of the best restaurants around including both casual and nicer spots.
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Casual
Nicer
Somewhere in between
Casual
The best burgers in Lancaster hands down. Also amazing apps- fried pickles, wings, and pulled pork mac and cheese are some of my favorites. The milkshakes are to die for as well!
Cabalar
Went here for the first time recently and was blown away by the pizza. We got 3 different ones to try and they were all amazing! Will definitely be back.
Pizzeria Luca in Lancaster, PA
I'm not even a huge crepe person but I love this place for breakfast / brunch. So many options and the coffee is geat too
Rachel's Cafe & Creperie
Another great pizza spot. The meatballs are to die for and really solid pizza options.
CAVOLO! Pizzeria Bar
The pancakes here are unmatched! I have only been for breakfast but they also have a lunch and dinner menu with tons of choices. Also love their tater tots and bacon.
Pancake Farm
A great pub with solid food that always hits the spot. Also a great spot for drinks with friends!
Annie Bailey's
This is in Ephrata but I have been going here my whole life. The sandwiches, milkshakes, ice cream, are unmatched. One of my favorite spots and also good to see Amish and horse and buggies!
Udder Choice
I love going here and sitting outside in the warm weather. Great drinks and pub food and the staff is always so very friendly
Bulls Head Public House
The absolute best donuts I have ever had in my life. They are so fresh and have so many options
Beiler's Doughnuts
We get take out from here all the time and it always hits the spot. The burgers, farmer's salad, and wings are all to die for.
Horse Inn
Such a good breakfast & lunch menu that I find myself constantly craving. The breakfast burrito is my favorite! Also great coffee.
Scratch Bakes
Nicer
I love the bar here for a drink and a quick bite. The atmosphere is so nice and the seating is cozy and intimate. Love this place
401 Prime
Always a go to option with great bar seating and the best drink menu. The tuna tartare is my favorite!
Gibraltar Restaurant
This is one of my favorite spots, especially in the summertime. It has a spacious rooftop with both indoor and outdoor seating and it feels very upscale. The food and drink menus are also constantly changing, but alwyas with great options.
The Exchange
The food here is amazing! It has such a cozy feel because it literally is a log cabin. The pork belly appetizer is one of my favorite things ever
The Log Cabin Restaurant
Love the vibe of this place. Upscale dining with a really solid menu
Josephine's Downtown
Somewhere in between
Love the vibes of this place, and the burger is amazing! Everything I have tried from here has been great and it is ina great location in the center of downtown
Plough
Amazing Italian restaurant in downtown Lancaster! Love the atmosphere too and the food never disappoints.
Lombardo's Restaurant
Love the atmosphere here and their Sunday meatballs are amazing! Also always have delicious drinks.
Luca Lancaster
Love the seasonally changing menu here and the wide array of options. The mini desserts also always hit the spot
Harvest Seasonal Grill - Lancaster
The best sushi spot in the area. I have tried them all and Oka is the only one I return to. So many signature sushi rolls and they are all amazing