John J Jeffries Restaurant

300 Harrisburg Ave, Lancaster
(717) 431-3307

Recent Reviews

Sharon Adams

Amazing experience!!! Food was so excellent, Holly was a fantastic server, highly re

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Skip Trimble

Fantastic place for all occasions.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Larry Plotkin

We had dinner there last night for our 20th Anniversary, and the experience from start to finish was second to none. The food was delicious, our waitress Holly was one of the best we have ever had, and the atmosphere was wonderful. We will absolutely be back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Jim Bim Bop, The Truth Grass-Fed Dry Aged Beef Tartare

Stephen Philip

This review is for staff training, not food-related or atmosphere.Showed up early for my reservation and checked in with the host. The host told me it would be a few minutes and to wait at the bar. After 45 minutes, the Bartender was very concerned we waited so long and spoke to the manager. I found out the host never checked us in after I confirmed multiple times with him and was sitting in front of him, waiting at the bar. He actually asked me afterward if he had previously spoken to me. My girlfriend flew in from out of state for our only night in over a month, so I was pretty frustrated as we watched open tables for 2 sit there empty throughout the wait. I also watched many other couples check in well after us, and be seated.The staff then places us directly next to the kitchen, where I can hear everything going on and staff running by our table the entire dinner. Hard to have any conversation or enjoy the atmosphere. Staff tried to offer a free soup "on the house" in return for the 45+ minute wait.Finally, at the end of dinner, they very kindly took off a whole $12 from my meal. I still tipped the waiter in full as he was a nice and professional guy and it wasn't his fault, but it really seems like the staff is not trained to the caliber of the fine dining experience that the restaurant portrays.But if you want a good steak tartar, I'd still highly recommend that.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 1

Chris Edris

We just love this place. The drinks, food, and service never disappoint. Although we've had great entrees in the past, this time we decided to just get small plates. It was so much fun. The amuse bouche was an exquisite vegetable broth/bisque. My mushroom bisque was absolutely delicious, as was my pork belly. My wife had the beef tartare, which is one of the reasons we enjoy this place so much. It's served with a quail egg, which makes the dish so unctuous. However, the shrimp and grits gave it a run for the money, layered with so much flavor we will definitely look to have it again. Finally, the smoked trout on greens with goat cheese was not to everyone's liking, but I found it exceptional. By themselves, the greens and goat cheese were too pungent, but when taken in the same bite as some smoked trout, it came together beautifully. Service, as always, was world-class.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Shrimp & Grits, The Truth Grass-Fed Dry Aged Beef Tartare

Tony M

One of the best restaurants in Lancaster just go you won’t regret

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Alyssa Hayes

Food was good, service was... not. We did enjoy our meal, but were disappointed that the level of service did not nearly meet what one would expect with that kind of price tag.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 2

Geordan Drummond

Cozy restaurant, service was great and dishes were fantastic!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Emma Yost

Came here last night for Valentine’s Day and it was delicious! Literally everything hit the spot. We had the lobster risotto appetizer, the mahi mahi risotto, and dry aged beef. We had their coffee chocolate chip ice cream for dessert and a few cocktails. For sure a special occasion place. The food was fantastic and the atmosphere was really nice.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

ana peden

It was my husband's and I first time eating here. Holly was our server and she was great. Excellent food and service.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Teresa Collins

A little loud and no music, or at least I couldn’t hear it. Service and food was excellent!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Barbara

It was our first time visiting and everything was wonderful. Our server, Holly, made the evening even better. She was so welcoming and detailed. Thank you Holly! We’ll be back again soon.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Karleen McClain

Had a wonderful meal for my.57th birthday ? Thank you so much. Jen was an awesome server and made our night complete.We will definitely be back again.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Shrimp & Grits

Annelise Smith

Great service, high-quality ingredients, and lovely atmosphere. We’ll be back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Misteerr RERR

Staff and food were excellent.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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