50 Best American Restaurants near Bird In Hand

“The dining experience is designed for groups of 20 or more and requires advance reservations. Guests are seated at long communal tables and served a variety of Pennsylvania Dutch dishes, including fried chicken, baked ham, meatloaf, mashed potatoes with gravy, brown buttered noodles, and green beans. Meals begin with rolls and coleslaw and conclude with two in-house-made desserts. 

The restaurant operates on a fixed menu basis, offering an “Amish Family-Style Menu” from January to October and a “Holiday Feast Menu” in November and December. Beverages such as iced tea, lemonade, water, coffee, and hot tea are included. 

For those not part of a large group, the adjacent Smokehouse BBQ & Brews offers a more casual dining option with a menu featuring smoked meats, local craft beers, and traditional Lancaster County favorites. 

Overall, Plain & Fancy Farm Restaurant provides a unique opportunity to experience Amish-style communal dining in a setting that reflects the cultural heritage of Lancaster County.“

“The food was exceptional; I would highly recommend it to everyone. Mark was our server, and he provided outstanding service!!“

“Delicious food Great and friendly service!“

“We kind of stumbled upon Gracies and we are sure happy we did. Our waitress was sweet and patient with us during a busy time as we asked questions. Our food was amazing. The Iced Biscoff Latte was absolutely out of this world. Best Latte I have ever had. We plan to travel back again just for Gracies. Get there and try it for yourself!“

“What a wonderful evening. The food was amazing, the drinks were creative and the cabaret night was so fun! Highly recommend for an elevated dining experience.“

“Christina is the best!!!!“

“We had a wonderful waiter who helped us pick out our entrees. The food was unbelievable. Great service, great ambiance, great food. Can’t go wrong! We will definitely be back.“

“It’s good, menu is updated seasonally but it’s only ok. Not quite fine dining and service is a little suspect Procedures of serving across and behind patrons needs to be adjusted. If you’re eating at the bar, please walk around bar instead of the patron leaning back having to move and figure it out. Mixed drinks are good and wine list is good and the porch is pleasant. Place is good, just could be a little better“

“We loved Passerine! The branzino was fabulous! The ribeyes were perfect! Loved the mushroom soup and pate! And the specialty cocktails were full size and delicious. It was a great night with friends!“

“We had a delicious breakfast at Dienner's. The food is amazing and the staff is so friendly and curtious. We were so impressed we went back for dinner. If ever in the area this restaurant is the place to go to have an excellent meal. We will always have our meals here when in town!“

“love their truck at local events! great ice cream stop, great for family/ kids“

“Fun time, surprised by the mini golf.
The waitress was not very attentive to me at all but helped all the men at the table. When they needed a drink refill they got it right away without asking and she'd set it down next to their current drink.
When i needed a refill on my water i had to wait a long time to get the chance to ask and she made me give her my cup with i was actively sipping from and poured more water from an identical cup into it instead of just setting it down. That was a really awkward moment for me.
The food runner spilled a chunk of my fries so that was great and friends pretzel bites were burnt on the bottom. Didn't even mind the limited food due to running out of some things.

The live entertainment by no means needs to be 100% volume in an enclosed space. I end up staring at my friends for 45 minutes waiting to sprint outside so we can actually talk at all.“

“Haven’t been here for several years and tonight wondered why not? Amazing service from Edwin and the table staff from the time we were seated until the moment we left. Calamari was lightly breaded and served with both a delightful pesto and zesty Thai chile sauce. Preferred the wedge over the Caesar salad, however, both were tasty. Our family had three different steaks with a variety of sauces. The 6 ounce fillet was to die for. All were served with the perfect temp ordered. And then there were the truffle fries. Seasoned with truffle salt, not saturated in truffle oil. No words. Forgot to mention wonderful 3 piece band playing which added to the night. Forgot about the garden room, which we will request next time as a little less formal than where we were seated. We travel often and dine out often and this is a rare exception a recommendation is made. 5-star experience tonight and highly recommend.“

“We had dinner with some friends!! Three of us got the pork chop and it was wonderful! Another friend had the Beef Wellington and she said it was delicious! Everyone was kind and serving to us.“

“First visit and was impressed“

“Had the best time at Reflections Restaurant to celebrate my dads retirement. I have a almost three year old with that said this place was just so nice going in at 3pm - we had a little area to ourselves and the food was amazing. I never order a pork chop anywhere as well ya... lol but thanks to this page ans what i read on reviews it was by far the best meal i had in a long time. My girl ordered the pizza didnt touch any of it as she was too busy eating my pork chop and her grand parents yummy meat loaf and truffle mac and cheese All of us left stuffed and happy It was just too darn yummy ! Thanks for the memories -“

“Very easy to make reservations via Open Door for our Table of 6. Staff was very accommodating to meet our needs to sit close to Band! Food was awesome. Server Zia was very happy to also meet our needs in a timely manner. We will def. b back.“

“Enjoyed dinner with friends. Brittanie was our waitress. Very good!! The chef was accommodating to a slight change replacing a regular burger on a salad instead of a beyond burger option of protein add on. Burger was delicious!!“

“We truly cannot sing enough praises for the Cork Factory Hotel! Jen, Keri, and the rest of the Cork staff made our weekend absolutely seamless, from start to finish. They worked tirelessly to make sure we had the best wedding weekend that we could have ever imagined. As our coordinator, Jen was a godsend! She managed every panicked email, every request, and every question with grace and kindness. The venue itself is gorgeous, and the rooms are so comfortable. The ballroom transformed from ceremony to reception beautifully. We could not imagine getting married anywhere else, and we are already planning our next trip back to visit. We have heard nothing from good things from all of our guests who attended the wedding, about how elegant the venue was, and how they enjoyed the food. We cannot thank Jen and the rest of the Cork staff enough!!“

“The three of us went for a late lunch and even though we had to wait about 20-25 minutes to get a seat, the staff for the most part were really friendly. One of the waitresses has been there for a long time and is always super friendly to my mom and I. Food came out fairly quickly and tasted wonderful“

“Everyone here is pleasant. There are a lot of activities here for the residents. I come here to help some clients and they all love it here.“

“One of the great food stands at Southern Market, offering innovative farm fresh cuisine. Loved everything; but, have to give a huge shout out to the turkey melt. This isn't Grandpa's turkey melt....it is an extraordinary sandwich with thick turkey cuts, fresh crisp sourdough and just enough tang from the cranberry compote. I'm a fan...“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Hidden Gem Worth Every Bite! As a Lancaster native, I can confidently say Casey Jones Restaurant has officially earned a permanent spot on our list of local favorites! From the moment we walked in, the experience was nothing short of exceptional. The quality of the food was absolutely impeccable — every bite was fresh, flavorful, and clearly crafted with care. What truly elevated our visit was the incredible service by Braighton L. — personable, attentive, and genuinely friendly. Braighton made us feel right at home and brought an energy to the table that made the whole dining experience even more enjoyable. To top it all off, the prices were surprisingly reasonable considering the high-end quality of both the food and service. It’s rare to find a spot that hits the mark across the board like this. We’ll absolutely be back — and next time, we’re bringing friends and family to share this amazing gem. If you haven’t tried Casey Jones yet, do yourself a favor and go. You won’t be disappointed!“

“We stayed on a summer weeknight and had a great experience! The grounds are beautiful with tons of photo opportunities and peaceful walking trails. We stayed in the Carriage House—very clean rooms with their own parking, and just a short, easy walk to the main hotel. The complimentary breakfast buffet for guests was a highlight—especially the made-to-order omelettes, which were absolutely delicious! The shops on-site are super cute, and the pool and playgrounds kept the kids happily entertained. A relaxing, family-friendly getaway—we’d definitely stay again!“

“CAROL AND I REALLY ENJOYED THIS PLACE..FIRST TIME THERE WON'T BE LAST...JAZZ DID NICE JOB AT BAR...PASTA WAS GREAT...CROWD OLDER AND FRIENDLY...WOULD RECCOMEND. ONLY SMALL COMPLAINT..NO BREAD...TRY IT WILL LIKE.“

“This is our very favorite restaurant, however due to a very large crowd this evening, we had to sit at the bar. It was nice at first. But our waitress/bartender was a bit rude to us and didn't even check on how our meals came out, offer more beverages, refills and did not offer dessert. We usually tip very well but didn't this time. The crowd had really dispersed by the time we had our meals so there was really no excuse for the bad service. We will continue to go back of course becasue we love it there but hoping for a better experience.“

“A wonderful restaurant to host a special event. I hosted a retirement party for my husband. Drew was great to work with and he and his staff did a fabulous job of making my guests comfortable and the evening worry free for me! The guests raved about the food. The cocktails were great and the service was outstanding. A huge thank you to the White Swan owner and staff for making the evening such a memorable event.“

“The food, most of the time, is delicious. The only thing is that most of the time you have to call back to back before anyone answers the phone and when you arrive, the staff seems a little chaotic and overwhelmed - maybe they're understaffed? I've never had a negative interaction with anyone, there just seems to be a lot of confusion and overwhelm. All that aside, I really do love this place.“

“What a great find. From start to finish everything was terrific. We asked the hostess when were seated what was good as we’d never been there. Her answer was everything. She was entirely right. From the delicious pickled veggies and bread with compound butter to the multi greens salad, just over the top good. I had the double burger, cooked exactly to my request. Coupled with their special app of bacon wrapped asparagus. My wife had sautéed beef tips which was also cooked and seasoned perfectly. This was a meal that far surpassed our expectations in just how delicious everything was. Our lovely server, Lexi, also was a pleasure. We told the owner who stopped to ask how everything was that he and his staff were great and how much we enjoyed our dinner. If you’re in the Lancaster, PA area for a show or sightseeing put the Olde Mill Restaurant in Intercourse PA in the the gps. You’ll be glad you did. Merry & Doug Braun“

“This place serves up really decent comfort food for a very affordable price. The atmosphere is a bit rustic and that fits the neighborhood quite nicely. You can't go wrong with nearly anything on the menu and they even make a Pittsburgh salad.“

“Penley's Pub is a recent addition to Dutch Wonderland. It's the first restaurant inside the park that serves alcohol and they have a great selection of local beers. They also have a few food options focusing on pretzels and sausages. The prices are decent given that it's inside an amusement park.“

“Food was fabulous !!! Highly recommend“

“We come from Maryland to go to Dottie's Snack Bar. We missed them when they were closed. We are so glad they are back and still as a family run small business. My favorite thing is a strawberry sundae. The ice cream is great! So are the steak subs. Welcome back Dottie's.“

“We arrived early for our reservation and were promptly seated although the other couple had not yet arrived. We were soon greeted by our server Graham who was pleasant from the outset asking about the special occasion I had referenced when making our reservation. This was a celebration dinner for my son and his fiance's recent engagement. We were made comfortable with drinks until everyone arrived. We listened as Graham described the specials for the evening and decided to select a few appetizers to share. The Ceviche and Frito Misto were special appetizers and we rounded things out with a shrimp cocktail. Not a morsel was left on the plates. Some of the diners interested in soup or salad were offered half size portions in light of the meal to come. Our Entrees consisted of Lobster Linguini, Roasted Bronzino and Filet Mignon. Although some of the descriptions listed sides, they were quick to accommodate requests for substitutions. Everything was well prepared and delicious. When it came time for dessert, my son and his fiance decided to share the Peach Cobbler Dessert Special. As I had mentioned to Graham what the occasion was that we were celebrating, the Charger Plate upon which the dessert was served was decorated with the word Congratulations written in chocolate syrup around the edge. It capped off a truly memorable meal.“

“Outstanding service. Excellent Diner style food, served hot. Follow the locals and you cant go wrong .“

“What a great place. I had some of their strawberry beer at Miller's smorgasbord our waitress told me where to find it. When I walked in I was greeted by the manager I wish I could remember his name sorry for that I asked him about the beer he showed me what he had I bought what I wanted . Before I left. I asked the hostess about the whiskey I saw. Bottom line if your looking for a great place for beer and whiskey and other spirits you will be hard pressed to find one better.“

“In business for nearly thirty years, Lancaster Brewing Company has the brewpub concept down pat. The atmosphere is casual (albeit potentially fairly loud), and the dining area offers a view of the brewery tanks. Speaking of the beer, there are quite a few varieties to choose from – everything from nitro stouts to peanut butter ales — and LBC offers flights for those who want to try it all. The food selections are equally impressive. While you can find the requisite wings/burger/pizza here, LBC also defies expectations by offering up white chili or a chicken, leek, and lager pie.

My wife and I split an order of teriyaki fried cauliflower, a braided soft pretzel, and a burger meister and found the food to be very good. The cauliflower featured thick breading and a sweet teriyaki glaze. I could have eaten an entrée’s worth of it and have been satisfied. The pretzel was warm and pulled apart easily. Rather than being accompanied by separate cheese and mustard dips, its partner was a blend of beer cheese and mustard, strongly flavored but tasty if you don’t mind mustard. The burger featured fresh ground bratwurst, something that will leave you wondering where it was all your life. The accompanying fries were natural-cut, salty, and crisp.

While our server was friendly and helpful at the beginning of the meal, she vanished toward the end, and we were in for a wait to get our checks. LBC isn’t cheap for what it offers - $13 for the cauliflower, $16 for the burger – but the portions are at least sizeable.

If you want good beer, good food, and a dash of the unexpected, Lancaster Brewing Company is a very appealing option as long as you have the patience for high volume and a bit of a wait.“

“Had seen the billboard and we were in the area so decided to try it. We were both glad we did! My wife got a wrap with potato twists and I got the fried chicken plate. We both couldn't believe how good they were. Great waitress also. The pretzels are a great added bonus. Can't wait to come back and try other items.“

“Great old school diner. We will definitely stop there again in the future.“

“Some of the best ice cream that I've ever had!“

“I had a great time at the foam party. The drinks were great and the food is delicious. Friendly staff as well.“

“This was our first visit to the Fulton Steamboat Inn after a family recommended it—and it was such a fun experience! I mean, who wouldn’t want to sleep on a steamboat? The rooms have so much charm and felt slightly updated while still keeping that cozy, themed feel. Everything was super clean, and the grounds were beautifully maintained. The kids loved the playground and pool, and we all enjoyed strolling around the little lake—especially spotting all the baby ducks! The only downside was that breakfast isn’t included. We didn’t try the on-site restaurant, but there are plenty of great local spots nearby. Overall, a fun and memorable stay—highly recommend!“

“Haven't had a burger this good in YEARS!! Onion rings are great, BLT is awesome. Wish I had room for dessert. Prices are reasonable. Real old time family sit down atmosphere and quality service. Quality and portion are great. Highly recommend.“

“Brendan was are server….service was excellent food and drinks were served very quickly but not rushed…food was delicious and prices were very reasonable would definitely recommend to anyone visiting Lancaster“

“Michelle was the best! Party of 13 with 6 kids, she was so nice & handled the dinner rush like a pro! Her interactions with the kids was the best! She deserves a huge shout out! Individuals like this are hard to come by these days. Make sure she gets the recognition she deserves!

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“Its alway a great experience and one our favorite restaurant. Keep coming back ❤️“

“Had a nice lunch with the girls! Our server Bri was friendly and prompt! Enjoyed the toys!“

“I held a private luncheon on a Saturday afternoon for 30 people. Mick responded promptly when I made an online inquiry. The room and food were prepared to perfection. The service was excellent, the room and tables were clean, and the food was delicious. It was nice to have the outdoor area for the little kids to get a break and play. We had reserved the room for two hours, and some guests were slow to leave. The staff was patient and did not rush us out the door. I highly recommend Mick’s in Willow Street.“

“The food was awesome and the staff were friendly. My youngest had a bit of a choking incident and a patron, I believe, in there was amazing and jumped in immediately. The staff were also very attentive to that as well. Definitely a great little spot!“