36 Best Cafes near Ephrata

“I've passed this restaurant a hundred times, not realizing what it was. A friend took me for lunch. I had the best BLT I've had in a while. My friend got Nathan's chicken sandwich. It looked delicious. I'd like to try it during my next visit. The restaurant is small, but still has a nice environment and atmosphere.“

“Love this Cafe. Everything is great- food, drinks, cleanliness, and service. The staff is welcoming, professional, and friendly, especially Sierra, the owner. I appreciate that she's constantly revising her menu and offering new choices, in addition to monthly specials. The outdoor space is my favorite and offers a quiet and quaint space to relax. I hosted my daughter's baby shower here as well, which they catered, and although the weather didn't cooperate, I was extremely happy with everything. Just a lovely main street cafe, with a cozy, welcoming vibe, that's offering a consistent and dependable dining experience.Parking: Plenty of free parking behind restaurant. Metered street parking.Wheelchair accessibility: Separate wheelchair ramp and side door entrance.“

“A coffee shop that actually serves food with their coffee and not just sugary sweets is a keeper for me. The atmosphere is open and a bit formal, but obviously, that isn't a deal breaker for most people as the place was hopping the entire time I was there. And this was a Wednesday midmorning.Kid-friendliness: There is a space reserved for kids to play in while the grown-ups enjoy their coffee.“

“I ordered breakfast catering for work from scratch bakes. We got the breakfast sandwiches and French toast casserole. Only complaint was that they didn't offer some catering items for less than 20 people. That being said, we had A LOT of French toast casserole and were not sad about it. It was super flavorful and delicious. The sandwiches were also a perfect portion and super filling. Even though we were not "close" in distance, they still offered delivery for a fee and were very timely. I worked with Laura and she was super helpful and easy to talk to and work with for my order.“

“Cute little cafe with lots of choices for food, coffee and dessert.Staff were extremely helpful when I had questions about dairy free items and were able to give me options.We ordered two large caramel lattes at 5.50 each.Will definitely go back“

“We stopped in after visiting Green Dragon and they were so busy. The cold brew cream coffee was out of this world good. And the bagels and cream cheese were some of the best we’ve had in Lancaster County. The staff was so friendly and communicated so well with us during the whole process of ordering, down to bringing out our bagels all hot and toasty and packed with cream cheese.“

“Team manager Nate is great and handled a minor situation beautifully. Nate is superb a and very professional. THANK YOU.. I will be backWheelchair accessibility: Clear and accessible entry for my walker. Very clean store.Perfect handicap parking right in front.“

“I did not know if bacon, egg and cheese on a beignet would work…….my doubts were quickly dismissed with the very first bite!!!! I loved the sandwich, the atmosphere, the location, everything! Thank you for making my wife’s birthday fun and delicious! 100/10“

“A staple in the area for breakfast. Always excellent service. Restaurant is in an old house, so you will have a unique and different experience each time you go. Food is always incredible and baristas are always spot on with their beverages. Highly recommend.Parking: Very difficult to find parking during busy hours. Numerous signs warning of being towed or parking for other businesses only“

“Great smaller venue for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. We arrived at 10 and there was a 30 minute wait. We wandered next door and people watched.Nice selection of customized crepes to pick from. I Ordered the Oyler. It was stuffed with meat and cheese as well as the other ingredients. I was full after I finished mine (should have boxed it to go).I had the vanilla chai latte. It's a large cup with a thick foam layer followed by spicy caffeinated goodness.We were glad we chose to eat here.“

“My wife and I are doing the coffee tour in Lancaster, and this stop was our second. Right across the street from our first stop, this one was better for us. They had many sugar-free syrup options, which made our day. My wife was excited that she could order one of their holiday drinks sugar-free, and it was delicious! She had the strawberry, chocolate latte. There were a lot of food options but for this trip we were just getting coffee.“

“This isnt a date spot but if you are hugry for home style cooking and dont feel like making it, the cafe has most things dutchy. It's more cafiteria style than resturaunt but ive never had a complaint. It isnt resturaunt grade though.Wheelchair accessibility: Entry ramp & auto doors“

“We had them cater an event for 100. The food was fantastic! Everyone raved about how delicious the food was and there was leftovers to share with Friends! Thank you Courtney and team! Courtney was easy to work with for the event. Delivered beautiful trays, delicious food and service with a smile! Will definitely be using again for any catering event! Thank you! ❤️“

“This Bakery is such a welcome addition to our neighborhood. As a baker, myself; it has been such a pleasure to meet the Pastry Chef, Ivy and discuss techniques and recipes with her. Her Orange Pineapple cupcakes are the best cupcakes I have ever eaten including my own. Her French Macarons are also delicious and she comes up with delicious and interesting flavors like the recent Fruity Pebbles Macaron and her Birthday Cake Macaron. Also, if you buy one of her dessert cups, I double dare you to eat it all in one sitting even though they are almost impossible to stop eating. :)“

“Definitely my top 3 favorite places for breakfast and lunch! I am a regular here:)Super good food, love their chai lattes too and tea options. Always lots of specials and new things to try!Cute atmosphere with plants and the music choices are awesome too.I never had a bad experience with customer service either. I am always excited to come back.It's very stuffy inside but I heard that's being addressed.“

“Very nice atmosphere. I had their turkey melt sandwich and a latte twice, both of which were delicious. It’s good to have this cafe since the hotel’s restaurant across the street is closed. They don’t serve dinner type meals, however.“

“this is by far our favorite coffee spot to come too on the weekends!! such friendly employees, coffee is always soo good and their lotus drinks are a fun tasty drink to have as well!the little notes they leave on your coffee will definitely brighten up your day!highly recommend if you’re in the area !“

“We stopped in to get lattes on our way out of Lancaster. I ordered a Carmel frappe which was really good. My husband ordered hazelnut cappuccino and lived it. There is a nice sitting area while you wait.We will definitely return.Parking: This is a very busy parking lot because of the outlets. I was surprised how open the parking lot was.“

“When visiting loved ones in Lancaster, this spot was recommended to me for good food and good vibes. The staff at Amanita truly went above and beyond, and I was happy to have gone twice during my trip. Looking forward to visiting everyone again!“

“Fun bakery/coffee shop in Lititz. We came by for lunch and the service was friendly and quick. Parking for this is metered so keep that in mind and there is only one bathroom onsite. Coffee is self serve and all the bagels and pastries we got were delicious. Would definitely come back again.“

“My fiancée and I came here for a mid afternoon lunch and loved it. We each got a hot sandwich with a hot drink before going into Lititz for some pre-holiday shopping. The food is fresh and made-to-order. They even have a shop inside for picking up premade food and snacks. The inside is very cozy and the outdoor eating area is very nice as well.“

“I go to a lot of cafes. A lot.Not only is this place walking distance from my house but it’s also one of my favorites from dc to Boston. They always got seasonal late flavors. Their breakfast options are delicious. They don’t have a ton of choices for food but they’re right next to a bistro and the best doughnuts ive ever eaten.One of the dudes that owns it also saved mine and my fiances spot at a High On Fire show while we smoked a joint out back and that was super nice of him. Clark's rad.“

“Super kind employees, amazing lattes, and food thats almost always worth it. There's nothing bad I could say about this cafe even if I wanted to! Its definetley stop by and try it out.I'd personally recommend one of their paninis alongside an Iced Sweater Weather[Maple & Dirty Chai w cinnamon]“

“Came here for the second time and was able to try their ice cream for the first time. I ordered a bowl of 2 scoops- marshmallow chocolate and peanut butter ripple, which cost a little less than $5. What's hot - Quality of ice cream. I really enjoyed the flavors I got! Their marshmallow chocolate was actually marshmallowy. The chocolate flavor wasn't too sweet and didn't overpower the marshmallow, either, which I enjoyed. Their peanut butter ripple appears to be a very popular flavor, because the bucket was practically empty by the time I ordered, which was close to closing time. The consistency of the peanut butter ripple is the best! The peanut butter is not too creamy and sweet; it had a hint of saltiness. - Variety of options at store. In addition to the ice cream, they sell meals and snacks, including bubble tea; the latter, of which, I'm very hesitant in trying. There are also many grocery options, like regular pies, whoopie pies, Jams, jellies, savory snacks, etc.... - Price. Pretty reasonable, depending on what you're getting. Paying $5 for my 2 scoops of ice cream is good value for money, especially given the quality of the ice cream. - Holiday hours. They were open the day after Christmas, which was great. I asked them why they're open and Emma's Popcorn was not. One of the staff told me they're staffed with Mennonites, so; it sounds like their hours may be more flexible. What's not - Regular store hours. Even though they are staffed with Mennonites, keep in mind their hours aren't too flexible, in that they don't open past a certain time. - Location. Depending on where you're coming from, this place may be out of your way. Additionally, they're not conveniently located to other shops. Final Answer Definitely plan on returning.“

“I just came here to get a latte before a wedding and it’s so beautiful. Such good aesthetics. Exposed brick, hanging plants, fireplace, nice white subway tile. They for sure took time to care about how they designed this place.The latte is good. I opened the lid and there are no bubbles in the foam.There was plenty of seating and open seats.Parking lot is good tooThey even have their own merch.They should have coke shaped glasses I would have bought that.Parking: Got a front parking spot. It’s in a strip mall so there is plentyKid-friendliness: I don’t know how kid friendly but they do have the applesauce and yogurt things for kids and a bunch pastries for them to go crazy onWheelchair accessibility: There is a part on the curb you can bring a wheelchair up“

“What a great place! Kids will love the inside barn to play in. A great place for families. Food is delicious ! Fresh, cooked fast, immaculate, clean rest room. Local products from their farm are used. Ice cream is fabulous. Kids can run around and have fun. We’ve gone about 15 or more times now. Our go to place on rte 340 to meet up with family.Vegetarian options: Portobello sandwich. Delicious.Parking: Ample parking lot!!Kid-friendliness: There is a fabulous kids barn inside this huge space. Faux animals in the barn. Mooing calf outside the barn. Kids can sit on a stool and pretend they are milking. There is a shoot to drop wooden eggs in a wire basket. Kids love it. Stairs go up to a big green tube slide. You can eat at tables close by and watch your kids play. Very friendly area. Lots of families and Amish too. Outdoor tables. Emma’s Gourmet Popcorn is next door!Wheelchair accessibility: There is a wide ramp from handicap spaces to the front door.“

“This cafe was small and cute. I came here for lunch and I really enjoyed their sandwich. However, they had forgotten the fruit on my friend’s meal. The latte was presented beautifully and tasted even better. It was a pretty good experience!“

“A HUGE thank you to Pepper Theo Cafe for an amazing rehearsal dinner this weekend. Joe Hess and his team were not only professional and accommodating but also FUN to work with from the initial planning to the execution of our event. The venue is absolutely stunning and the food was amazing. Our favorites were the mac and cheese, shrimp ceviche and spinach and strawberry salad. The service was second to none! If you have a special event coming up Pepper Theo Cafe is the choice to make!“

“The coffee shop offers a truly delightful experience. The atmosphere is both welcoming and sophisticated, creating a warm and inviting space. The staff is friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about their craft. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee fills the air, enticing your senses from the moment you step in. The coffee drinks at this shop are simply exceptional. Each cup is carefully crafted with precision and expertise, resulting in a rich, bold, and flavorful taste. Whether you prefer a classic cappuccino or a unique specialty blend, you'll find a wealth of options to satisfy your caffeine cravings. In addition to the outstanding coffee, the food options at the coffee shop are equally impressive. From delectable pastries and mouthwatering sandwiches to healthy snacks and vegan treats, there is something to please every palate. The quality of the ingredients shines through, making each bite a delightful experience. The ambiance of the coffee shop is perfect for both relaxing alone or catching up with friends. With comfortable seating, ample natural light, and a calming background music playlist, it's an ideal spot to read a book, work on your laptop, or engage in meaningful conversations. Overall, the coffee shop offers a wonderful combination of exceptional coffee, delightful food, and a welcoming ambiance. It's a place that will leave you craving for more, making it a must-visit for coffee enthusiasts and anyone looking for a cozy and enjoyable experience.“

“(I ordered through DoorDash!) I was sick today and needed a quick pick me up so I tried Scratch Bakes for the first time - it was EXACTLY what I needed. I got the pepper jack tomato soup which was amazing. It hit the spot just right!! I went simple and got a Grilled Cheese to go with it but even that was prepared super well. Paired with an iced latte, I was able to get a delicious comfort meal.I also deliver for doordash occasionally and have had a good experience picking up in the store. The employees were kind and helpful. The atmosphere inside was incredibly calm considering it's right downtown!“

“Excellent service, fantastic food, superb beverages all in a warm and inviting atmosphere. How we did not know about this gem of an establishment before today is beyond me but after today we'll certainly be adding them to our rotation.“

“10/22/23 When our son got married here about 14 months ago, this was just opening up. I think it's a splendid addition to this gorgeous hotel. It's bright, clean, chill and relaxing to enjoy a coffee or breakfast item here. The staff is ultra pleasant and polite. Not only do they have fabulous light breakfast- lunch selections but feast your eyes on the case that has all on site hotel Pasteur chef creations. Not only are they beautiful but they are absolutely delicious made with fresh ingredients. It's so nice to sit here with a fresh cup of coffee and watch the sunrise. I'm so happy this beautiful cafe was added.“

“My dad and I had lunch at Elm Tree yesterday. My dad got the Bom-Burger melt and I had their chicken corn soup. The corn soup tasted incredibly fresh and was so good. The melt was perfectly made and was very tasty. Staff was very friendly and efficient. I will definitely be going back for lunch their again! I highly recommend giving it a try.“

“This is a great on the go through the window coffee shop. Their drinks are delicious from coffees, teas, smoothies and more! They make delicious foods for on the go like sandwiches and bagels. If you're in the city and need a reliable Cafe open almost everyday then this is the place to go! The owner and her staff are wonderful and always make your day better with the quality of their drinks and food“

“The Food was so delicious will definitely come back . We had the Philly cheese steak crepe, chicken bacon ranch crepe and classic waffle topped with fresh fruit and whip cream . The staff were very friendly . Place is very clean. Lots of pretty plants .“

“If you crave sos (creamed chipped beef on toast), they've got it. This one has an added egg and English muffin. A bit heavy but nostalgic. The French toast was very good and seemed to use two batters with a thorough custard soak and a crispy outer coat. Mocha was so good I had two.“