50 Best American Restaurants in Lancaster

“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.“

“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.“

“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!“

“The food is to die for, you cannot pick a wrong item! We got the crab dip appetizer, pulled pork entree, crab cake sandwich and the kid's mini dog with fries. Everything was spectacular. Highly recommend the apples and cinnamon as a side! The staff is helpful and attentive from the host all the way to the waitress and managers. I've never been to a restaurant where the service is so great! We will definitely be a return customer 😊 Side note: The restaurant is extremely kid friendly and accommodating. They have high chairs and tables with enough room to fit the high chair or a stroller while still having enough room for everyone else.“

“Reserved on the road, sight unseen. Pulled up… strip mall…. Ohhhh Fuuuuudge. Ordered well and the food was fantastic! Jaalah provided great service, and was a joy. If we ever find ourselves Intercourse adjacent again, we’ll be back!!“

“First visit and was impressed“

“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.“

“We had an amazing experience at the restaurant. Matthew was our waiter and he was very attentive and kind. Our waters were always full and we're giving new clean silverware for each course. It was a beautiful atmosphere incredible food, and very worth the money. “

“We were greeted warmly as we walked in and seated promptly. Our sever - shout out to Hunter - was the sweetest. I couldn't decide which drink I wanted and had him surprise me. Did not disappoint. He was great and friendly and took care of us. Food came out hot and quick. I had the braided soft pretzel with probably the best beer cheese I've ever had. Getting a flight means picking 6 beers to try - all of which were great. The Strawberry Wheat Ale was my favorite. On top of the great food and beer, I also got the smores martini, then the peanut butter espresso martini which honestly exceeded my expectations. I've been wanting to try LBC for a few months now and have to say everything was much better than I could have expected. Wish I could give more than 5 stars. Will definitely be making the drive to come back out.“

“They had the most consistently good flight of beers from all the taprooms I have visited. Not a “meh” in the bunch. The Baked Pumpkin Ale is in my Top 5 I’ve had at a taproom. Great burger and the only knock would be the blackened shrimp were a tad salty.“

“The food was Fantastic!! Husband & I came in for our 26th wedding anniversary dinner!! Great service as well❤️“

“I went there with a group of 6. Easy reservations just a few hours earlier, good food, cool decor. We were in the indoor dining room on first floor. Very loud group next to us, so towards the end of our dining conversation had become nearly impossible. Good reviews on their soda bread, shepherd's pie, and classic fish & chips! Definitely recommend their cheesesteak egg rolls as well!“

“Just had a wonderful lunch on the deck! Our waitress was friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. We will definitely be back!“

“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.“

“Had our last 2 high school reunions here.“

“Consistently great food.“

“I've eaten here a number of times and, I think they switched over to using smash burgers so, two patties is recommended. Today, they had our hamburgers sitting on the counter getting cold until the fries were done, Bummer. Fries were good.“

“What a great place we stumbled upon today for lunch! Excellent service, ambience, delicious food, drinks and dessert! We will definitely be back with friends. This place needs to be shared! Thanks for a great dinning experience. A special thank you to Kensie, you were awesome! ❤️“

“First time dining experience for my husband and I Nice staff Great food Loved the nostalgia Great atmosphere to get away from the normal chain food eateries Sometimes we need to slow down and take in the small things of life to appreciate all that God has given us.“

“I used to go to JJJ regularly when I lived in Lancaster. I moved to Delaware in 2020, and this was my first time back to JJJ since then - and it was as good as I remember, perhaps even better! I love the atmosphere in the bar (although the drink pours could stand to be a little heavier). Our server, Bill, was excellent. He took a lot of time to review the menu and share more details about some of the dishes, and he made some great recommendations. His service was very attentive and the food was outstanding. It came out piping hot and was presented beautifully. Bill offered dessert, but we were stuffed!“

“Amazing food and service! The staff is knowledgeable and friendly. Bravo manager and team! Amazing food, great drinks. Will come back again. Highly recommend. Cheers“

“Ordered fish sandwiches for takeout tonight, paid over the phone and they brought the sandwiches out to the car. They were absolutely delicious!!! We go here at least once a week and are never disappointed.“

“Such an awesome place!! We will definitely be back!!“

“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.“

“Delicious meal (Crab cakes are so good) and so was the cheeseburger slider with upgrade of salad - so fresh and big enough for 2 to share. good selection of fun drinks and beers and very good service. Carmen our server was so helpful and worked hard caring for us and even saw her watering the lovely garden outside. The outdoor dining area is pretty and inviting but was too hot outdoors for us last night. Next time we go we will sit in the outdoor garden for dinner.“

“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“

“Was there on Easter Sunday, had their special which was ham, turkey, filling, green beans, mashed potatoes and a piece of pecan pie. It was very good and lots of food. Will go back definitely 👍“

“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“

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

“We had such a great experience at Stubby’s! Our waiter was incredibly friendly, kind, and helpful, especially when it came to suggestions . There were so many great options that it was hard to choose, but the cheesesteak was absolutely top tier! Definitely one of the highlights of the meal. Great food, great service, and a really welcoming atmosphere. We’ll definitely be back whenever we visit through Lancaster !“

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

“Spring/summer/early fall Friday night live band nights are always fun. Recently discovered the Birds Nest Deck to watch the Eagles games and I won’t watch them anywhere else now. I believe there has been a change of ownership since the past (2021) and I definitely think they are moving in the right direction.“

“Best restaurant in the inside and outside great food, I had a 10/10 experience good food, perfect service and the latin nights are amazing 🤩“

“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!“

“Food is amazing! Our waitress was kind and welcoming. The only issue (if you want to call it an issue) was we got parked in- but the lot was full when we left so it was totally understandable. 10/10 would recommend and will be returning!“

“We stay there at least twice a year when we go to Events at Mount Hope Winery. The rooms are great and the resteraunt/bar never disappoints ( huge selection of seasonal beer/ cocktails) They even have a great selection of gluten free items at breakfast“

“Very tasty foods, always satisfying.“

“Great owner and staff. Felt at home the first moment I walked in. Family like, at home atmosphere !“

“First and foremost, our waitress Sharon C was extremely friendly and she noticed that i was having a diabetic emergency and put a rush on my food. Food was great as always!! Definitely coming back to this Friendly's to see Sharon C again.“

“I have read all the reviews others have written and I agree whole heartedly with the great food, the wonderful friendly and family oriented atmosphere, and the extremely attentive service . I have been coming every week with my mentor and awesome friend to get caught up and to break bread together over the past year. The owners are so kind and friendly. I truly believe their mission there is to provide a wonderfully wholistic family dining experience that leaves the customer feeling cared for.“

“For what it is, it was pretty good. Five guy like fries, my kids liked the pizza burger and hot dog, I enjoyed my fried chicken sandwich and it was inexpensive. The guy answered all questions, stern but straightforward and made the transaction easier. I would get food from there again.“

“Eat here almost everyday! Food and Service are great!“

“foid is great staff is awesone“

“Excellent experience for lunch today from accommodating a group, waitress was awesome, food was hot and good.. and ohhh the cheesecake😋 I will recommend and return.. 💚the sky bar“

“By far hands down the best burgers I’ve had!! This place was originally a butcher shop from what I’ve heard and it shows! The meat is so delicious and you won’t be dissatisfied with any of their burgers. I’m a bit of a burger connoisseur and this place takes the cake!“

“Amazing service, creative fun drinks drinks, delicious food and atmosphere. One of the best places I have been to. Highly recommended.“

“The margaritas are top notch!! Enjoyed the fried green tomatoes app and the pickled jalapeño chicken quesadilla. Great service with Leela. Definitely a favorite.“

“Went here for lunch yesterday with my husband and daughter and could not have asked for a better experience. The service along with the food was amazing. And even though it was pretty full, our food came out so fast. Highly recommend!!“

“nice place to eat in family“

“Parking: Arthur's Terrace Restaurant is located in The Eden Resort Hotel, Best Western, Eden Road, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, where there is plenty of parking.

Wheelchair accessibility: Restaurant is located in a hotel where there is a hotel lobby.“