18 Best Craft Breweries near Ephrata

“Great atmosphere, great food, great beverages! perfect for the location! 10/10 recommend!“

“Good beer, buffalo chicken Stromboli was amazing. Service was excellent!“

“Had a wonderful visit at The Black Forest Brewery Oct. 25th, 2025 before our wedding began in Lititz later that afternoon! The food was fantastic, the atmosphere was just perfect, had the pleasure of hanging out with the owner Denise (a childhood friend) and her friendly staff that made our visit so enjoyable. We all were from Reading PA., Chicago, Iowa and Knoxville TN, Waxhaw,NC, & San Francisco and we had a blast! Thank you for the start of our great day.“

“A lot more bar seats now. Will be great in football season.“

“This place rules. Had no idea until recently they added so much cool stuff in the backroom including shuffleboard, some awesome pinball machines you can pay to play with the VPayEZ app, and a free Tapper Arcade Cabinet!

The food, drink, and service are also great. Be sure to always order your meal with a serving of tater tots. I've had the Smash Burgers, Wings, and Cali Hot Dog and all were tasty. Very cool place that is MASSIVE improvement over old ownership. Extremely happy to have this in the spot.“

“good drink and people“

“Some of the best tasting brew in the region! Give it a try! 🤠“

“I visited this shop recently and fell in love. The owner, Diane, makes a wide variety of tasty, healthy and refreshing kombucha. She took great care to explain things to me and my daughter during our visit and recommended flavors we might like based on our tastes. In addition to kombucha, her shop features locally made art from various artisans. I went in the shop not being a fan of kombucha, but left with a 4-pack of booch and a whole new appreciation for it. Highly recommend!“

“Great bier and atmosphere!“

“Great little spot. Good food and beer. We will definitely be back“

“We sat inside, but I think one of the coolest parts about this place is their patio. It has a ton of room out there and is filled with all types of plant life. There is a great selection of board games and cards to pass the time while drinking some brews. The brewery had a nice selection of their own beer and other locally sourced beer. Bartender was super nice and personable.“

“Come here regularly. Good food, good drink selection and nice atmosphere. Staff are very nice.“

“Lauren is a great bartender, very personable, very nice to talk to. Cocktails and beer are delicious!“

“Rumspringa Brewing Company might carry the name of a brewery, but it leans more wine than craft beer. Housed on the second floor above the Mount Hope Wine Gallery, this space offers plenty of seating for tastings, but the vibe is closer to a country gift shop than a dedicated taproom. There’s also a small spirits tasting section tucked in, so there's something for everyone.

On our Saturday visit, the taproom was noticeably understaffed, which made for slower service even with a modest crowd. The beers we tried were mostly average—nothing offensive, but nothing that really stood out either. Our favorites from the lineup were the Red Caboose Amber and Wild Oats Stout.“

“We hosted our Spirit Doll Workshop at Our Town Brewery in Lancaster, and the experience was nothing short of amazing! The service was truly remarkable — Abby, Rob, and Emily went above and beyond to make sure everything flowed smoothly. Abby in particular was so wonderful; I loved staying after and getting to know her better. It felt like we weren’t just customers but part of the community. The atmosphere, the team, and the energy made it a night to remember. We can’t wait to come back soon — thank you, Our Town Brewery, for the warm welcome and incredible hospitality!“

“I just made another visit to the Burly Bar and it was amazing as always. Absolutely love their offerings, especially the pepper whiskey. Food was fabulous. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Can't wait to go back.“

“We live in Los Angeles. We were visiting family in Philly and came to Lancaster for the day on a Monday when most of the restaurants were closed. Someone steered us to The Coffin, and we had an excellent time. The food was delicious, and we were particularly delighted with the bao buns. They were just as good as the pork belly buns that were our favorite dish at an LA Asian restaurant that closed during the pandemic. Service at The Coffin was prompt and cordial, and the decor was a kick. Highly recommend.“

“Incredible staff behind the bar and the food was amazing!!“