50 Best American Restaurants near Intercourse

“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“

“While I like most of Stoltzfus’s items, I’ve been disappointed in their chicken salad. It used to be a staple in our home but seems like they’ve changed the recipe. It’s now so runny with mayo (or whatever they use) that it plops right off our sandwiches. They’ve also seem to cut back on the celery which added a nice contrasting crunch. Please bring back the old recipe.“

“Handmade pretzels made by Amish young teenage girls who had been working there probably for many years.

The place is quaint and very friendly. The food food, especially the pretzels, are amazing, soft and fresh.

They are also responsible for the goats that you can feed just down their parking lot behind the building.

Parking: You can easily park at the Kitchen Kettle Village parking lot next door.“

“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!“

“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 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“

“We found this place last year on our trip to Amish Country. It's our go to breakfast place whenever in town now. We go for breakfast and the food is sooo fresh. Everyone who worked there was so nice. Make sure to stop here if in town“

“awesome food friendly waiter. very friendly“

“For drink lovers like me, this place is heaven. The minute you enter, it smells so fresh yet subtle. Even the lighting is soft, and the place has comfortable seating arrangements.“

“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 -“

“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“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 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!“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“delicious ice cream. can't wait to try their lunch!“

“My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our time at this quaint pub with its sports bar feel. From its delectable beer menu to its delicious pub style food menu, everything was done well! We loved the staff who were very welcoming and engaging. We received recommendations and tastings! Best of all, the prices are reasonable. I would highly recommend eating and chilling here alone, with friends, with family, or with your boo.“

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

“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!“

“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!

Fit2Dance Crew Friday Night!“

“I recommend Cracker Barrel…food tasted amazing as always! Coleslaw was delicious. However, disappointed in the serving size for Chicken n’ Dumplins meal with 3 sides! This visit we picked up 2 Chicken n’ Dumplins 3 sides the first one had only two chicken tenders…mostly dumplings. Disappointing only two chicken tenders. Then today moved on to the second meal of the same dinner chicken n’ Dumplins and not one piece of chicken! Not even a piece of one! Frustrating to say the least. Will be a while before I will go back! Lancaster, PA Cracker Barrel 10/18/25“

“We come to this restaurant often when we are in Pa camping. We love their Crab Bisque and shrimp special that is served on Thursday's. It's really good! Going tonight to try their pot pie. Great place to check out when in the area.“

“No wait time, clean and friendly environment but best of all… amazing food!“

“had lunch there yesterday, had very good food and service! highly recommend.“

“We got General tos, Cajun, hot, and sudden death for an extra $10 which equates to $16.25 for 5 wings . Sudden death wings are extremely hot & impossible to eat more than one . It tastes good , but you can barely taste them due to how hot they are . They definitely are NOT worth the extra money at all & I do not recommend them . However, the other wings were Delicious! Our favorites out of the 4 was hot . It’s a very tasty hot sauce & not a typical hot sauce . They were nice & crispy and pick up was a breeze . Thank you guys so much, but you can keep those sudden death wings 😂“

“Not from the area & slim choices on Sunday night, I didn't want a chain place, and found this online. Both of our entrees and soup were delicious, made from scratch. Our next trip out that way we will can't wait to visit again!“

“Go to Dyers all the time. Today we ordered 2 chicken cheese steaks a 2 cheese steaks and got all cheese steaks. We called and they didn't make it right. Poor business ethics.“

“Great food and drinks. Love Debbie and Lucas“

“Great food friendly staff very clean and I go often their like family love this place“

“we ordered trays of Hoagie wraps ,3 different flavors of wings for my greatgrand sons baby shower,WOW ,everything was absolutely PERFECT ,extra sauce,chips ,So fresh. Thank you“

“Head manager we love your establishment but seriously experienced the worst service! We waited over a half an hour for our food to find after I ask for them to check on our food that they burnt my wife’s steak and made her another one my meal when brought out must of been reheated twice and burnt!!!! So disgusting! Why would a manager send food out looking that bad???? We will have to find another steak house that cares about their customers“

“The coffee & food are amazing, along with the most kind girls at the New Holland shop.“

“Had the pleasure of lunching at Miller's last week on our Lincoln Highway road trip! Food was good and staff was nice!“

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

“Great service, great atmosphere food was good but very over-salted“

“A fun place where locals hangout and enjoy one another's company“

“Great customer service, clean and good mix of pizza options! Thanks for a good family meal.“

“We were seated right away, our server Jack came over and introduced himself and asked us what we would like to drink and unfortunately my phone rang and he told my husband he’ll come back for my order. He was absolutely wonderful, has an awesome personality and just made our night and we will definitely come back as long as we have Jack as our server or someone just like home! Our food was very good and served hot. The restaurant was clean and friendly.“

“The employees change a bit, but the food remains the same. Gotta get the “All Star” every time.“

“Just had dinner at Bird-in-Hand Restaurant- the smorgasbord was amazing! So many choices! Everything was hot and delicious. The cheeseburger soup was very good! The homemade rolls- very yummy! Shrimp, ribs, mashed potatoes! Salad! I even had a mango slushy! Definitely the place to eat. Can’t wait to come back and try breakfast! Oh and dessert! Wow! Pies, puddings, amazing. Very Lancaster County authentic food! Loved it!“

“I was there today Abe was my server and he was GREAT his customer service was amazing and his smile was very contagious and his humor bought joy to my whole family while we were there i will definitely be returning and hope he is there when we come back !“

“After a long day of galavanting and shopping in Lancaster PA, my wife and I settled on Red Robin on East Lincoln highway for a 8:45pm Friday night dinner, partially because she knew she could find something there to work with her gluten free preferences. We were seated promptly. Our server's name was Phineas... And from the moment he introduced himself, we knew that our evening was going to be phenomenal. His smile and attitude and personality was off the charts amazing... He was seriously the best server we've had in 4 months, at any restaurant we've been to recently. He seemed excited to see us, enjoyed his work, and wanted to ensure our dining experience was first class! He was quick with our beverages & refills and refills on the water. He answered a couple of questions and had a couple of really good suggestions on the menu items. We both settled on the Red Robin burger with the egg, (her's with no bun) and I asked to have some guacamole added to mine... The food came out perfect... Phineas was pleasant and personable and there's a pretty good chance we'll go back and ask for him by name the next time we're in the area. If you're dining at the red robin near the outlets in Lancaster Pennsylvania, ask for Phineas as your server. As employers and entrepreneurs ourselves, we recognize rockstar employees when we see them... If you're in management at Red Robin, take good care of that young man! If you don't, an employer like us may consider trying to lure him away. 😉“

“Best Boli EVER, still! ❤️“

“We went to Red lobster to celebrate with my family and a couple friends. It was my 5 year old daughters last oncology visit and her formal cancer free diagnosis. When the server found out, she asked if the restaurant could give my daughter her meal and then they gave all 4 other kids dessert to help celebrate. That’s what a small town community does, they celebrate with you! Oh, and the food was good too! But the service was exceptional.“

“They treat it you so Good“