50 Best American Restaurants near Manheim

“Perfect place to get out in this great weather for fun and food Love the new owners too“

“Best Burgers in town and bottomless fries. You cannot go wrong at the fixins bar. When I think of burgers I think of Fuddruckers“

“very nice place- don’t get too intoxicated as there are plenty of tight steps to endure on the way out :) Most servers we have enjoyed being around has made visits superb however we’ve heard (1)? with some negative issues in life literally crying at the bar, which presents a downer for customers. finally, the happy & overall pleasant staff, happy blond mgr included, we have heard bar patrons gossip after customers leave- & some tenders joining in- & wonder if, this takes place, after we leave…“

“Wonderful experience. The food always so satisfying with big tasty portions. Service over there is very warm and friendly. Greeting you with big smile and you leave with a warm feeling for the experience .“

“I accidentally ordered from the wrong place, but after I found where my food was and had some I was very happy with my mistake. The white pizza had a generous amount of ricotta and garlic and the crust had a nice crisp but chewy texture. The cheese sub was well balanced and was an exceptional value. I'll be back.“

“Prices are fare, food is delicious and the staff are very friendly. our waiter was the best!“

“This is a cool little spot. 3 dollar hamburgers! $4.50 extra large fries! I'll take it!
It's fun to order. The food is beautiful. I wouldn't call it great, but I would say it's very good. There's enough variety to everyone to enjoy. You can tell someone has long loved working at this place.
I also really liked the cie cream.
You can afford to bring your friends, your family and your first (or 50th) date.“

“Very friendly staff. Good breakfast“

“Waitress Tiffany was very nice along with the cook! Cute place to grab a bit to eat❤️ Keep up the good work!“

“went for food and drinks, place is very home welcoming and food and drinks are great“

“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!“

“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.“

“thank you to the staff and especially to Olivia who made our anniversary last night so special 100% recommend we will definitely be back“

“We visited Bullies Saturday evening, 4/9. For starters I had the mussels. Absolutely delicious. I'd go back just for them. My wife had bacon wrapped scallops. They were really good, also. For entrees I had the Kona tenderloin steak. It was perfectly cooked and fork tender. My only issue, it came out barely luke warm. Same for my French fries. I'd call them cold. The roasted brussel sprouts, which I was really anticipating, were tasty, but all but burned and only luke warm. Though I should have said something to the server, I didn't. My bad. My wife's meal, beef tenderloin tips, were perfectly cooked, hot and fork tender, with mushroom and onion gravy. They were on a bed of rice. Dessert was creme brulee and NY cheesecake. Both were very good. I was disappointed with the cheesecake slice, being about half the size of what I consider a normal sized slice. All in all, a tasty meal. I'd return, but in the future insist on a HOT meal, not luke warm.“

“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.“

“I love everything about Fox Meadows. The lunch, salads, soups and burgers are my favorite! Of course the ice cream is delicious and their chocolate chip cookies are the best!“

“Fabulous meal with tons of gluten-free options! The menu changes with the seasons, and everything was super fresh and local. Our kids ate their meals happily, and we enjoyed ours. (Kids - filet and ravioli, adults - salmon, burrata ravioli, halibut, and pork Milanese) It was a little loud and hard to hear at times, but a pleasant atmosphere. Juliana was our server, and she was delightful. We will be back next time we visit Lancaster!“

“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.“

“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.“

“Wonderful view of the golf course while eating inside or on the patio. The servers were exceptional, making sure my tea glass was topped off, checking with us several times, having the dessert menu as we needed it. Especially enjoyed the POKE SALAD (echoes of ELVIS). Not far off Route 30 between York and Lancester. Be sure to stop.“

“Had dinner here tonight. Everything was great from the drinks to the food as well as their service. I got the autumn salmon which was perfectly done and paired with the most delicious autumn vegetables. My husband had steak and fries and added a crab cake and loved everything as well. My daughter even gave the deep dish pizza 2 thumbs up! Forgot to take a picture but one of my favorite things about Tony’s is their attention to detail and how beautifully they plate their dishes.“

“Our first experience at Gibraltar could not have been better. My wife and I had a 5 PM reservation, and when we arrived, three staff members warmly greeted us. A hostess escorted us to a cozy section of the restaurant, where the well-spaced tables allowed for comfortable, private conversation. Within 30 seconds, our server, Josephine, greeted us and offered us a choice of water. Bread and water arrived shortly after, and the service was impeccable from start to finish.
Cocktails - The house Cab is amazing. My wife said the same of her Grapefruit Margarita
Appetizer - The Spanish Octopus was delicate and delicious.
My entre - The Whole Branzino (fillet tableside) was excellent, and the skill of the gentlemen executing the filleting was exceptional.
Wife’s entre - Shrimp Spaghetti was a flavor bomb and the delicate garlic butter parsley sauce was perfect for bread dipping!
Shared dessert - Crème Brule to share was prepared with precision.
Notes.
• Dinner moved at a relaxed, unhurried pace.
• Although the restaurant is full and busy the seating allows private and easy conversation.
• The food quality, taste, portion size & presentation is exceptional.
We will be back and I suggest that you check this well-run, Top-Notch establishment out.“

“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! ❤️“

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

“We thoroughly enjoyed our time at The Pretzel Hut! We were able to enjoy dining in one of their igloos and our grandchildren were delighted as well. The Hut Smashburger got rave reviews and as always, the cheesesteak was a hit. Seeing the baby camel and the other animals was an extra treat. Nice job Pretzel Hut on making a winter visit to your restaurant such a pleasant experience.“

“Just returned from a delicious noonday meal. Expertly served by Leo who was courteous and attended to our every need. We will definitely return and recommend Blue Bird Inn to our friends.“

“Cool bar/restaurant on a can't miss corner in Rothsville, Pa. Great food and drinks. Bartenders are attentive and make good cocktails. Large variety of food. Food is excellent. Never had a bad meal. Cool space for private parties/large groups. Drue is a fun owner and always engaging with his customer“

“Maddie was our server and she was wonderful. Came on a Sunday. Two couples. Very disappointed they were out of hummus. Settled for the Greek salad and it was just ok. Tiny piece of feta and two olives the rest was mainly greens. Husband had the same salad with salmon. Small piece of salmon but well cooked. Friends had a Rueben sandwich that he said was just ok and they also had a salad that they said they would not order again. Have been coming here since they opened. Brought our children and now our grandchildren. Hoping it was just an off night. Place has great atmosphere.“

“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.“

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

“Greatest place for out of town folks and locals, very warm and welcoming environment . Worth the time and money you are spending there and you will most definitely be catered too I am gonna be spending my days of work pretty often at this place“

“About a year ago, I went to John Wright Restaurant for Sunday brunch with a group of friends. I didn’t know what to expect, but the moment I arrived, I was struck by the beautiful waterfront scenery and the stunning, rustic building. Inside, that old-world charm blends perfectly with an upscale dining vibe, giving the place a truly special and unique energy. The brunch was absolutely delicious—so many options, including my personal favorite, eggs Benedict. Fast forward to last night: I stopped in for happy hour with a friend, and we grabbed seats at the bar. It was surprisingly comfortable and not overcrowded at all. The two bartenders were fantastic—warm, funny, and attentive. And the cocktails… OH MY GOSH. Just try them. You’ll thank me later! We ordered the calamari and crab risotto small plates, and they were so good that we immediately ordered a second round of the exact same thing. From a relaxed Sunday brunch, to after-work apps and cocktails, to a special dinner out—John Wright Restaurant gets a solid 10/10 from me. 🍽️“

“We were just here for the first time. Very good first impression. Excellent food and service! Will definitely come back!“

“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“

“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.“

“This was our first time today. We were tired of the same food/mini golf near our house and google suggested them! We were very impressed with the food & ice cream! We also played mini golf as well! We definitely will be back!“

“Had two sandwiches, the Reuben and a chicken salad on cranberry walnut bread. Delish. Other restaurants could take lessons from them on how to make a Reuben. Where they fell short was with the overpriced drinks, Autumn rum runner and a martini. The martini came with a 2" square ice cube and not much drink. They need to take lessons from Penn's Tavern Restaurant on how to make a rum runner. No one has beat theirs yet.“

“Terrific food!! Great service!“

“First time visit for lunch today. This place is OUTSTANDING in every category! I got the turkey club and my wife got the grilled chicken salad. Both were delicious! We saved room for dessert and got a grilled peach muffin and coffee. KILLER! Very friendly staff, and exceptionally clean throughout. Can’t wait to go back and try breakfast.“

“The atmosphere was pleasant and service was friendly and attentive. We really liked the natural lighting due to the big windows where we were seated. The place was clean and inviting. The food was so delicious, I had the Owl's Nest burger & the dessert we tried was amazing too.(Strawberry Angel Crunch cake) Even though they're only open to the public for lunch Monday-Friday it gives us a chance to try more of their outstanding meals/desserts.“

“They Have the best chicken Caesar salad!“

“What a hidden treasure !!! Best diner in Lancaster County!! Their rye toast , home fries , ham are incredible! Everything we had was home made and absolutely delicious!“

“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!“

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

“Excellent food. Certainly recommend this place. First time here, definitely coming again!“

“The service was quick and very pleasant. Your coffee was some of the best I’ve drank and your black bean brownie was better than a regular one!! My grandson enjoyed it and never knew the difference ❤️ An eclectic, homey, well priced coffee and eatery. Lots of options for vegan and gluten free. Will definitely be back!“

“Great food and terrific beer selection in a classic English pub setting.“

“I really like everthing I have ever bought at Zigs, my problem is the service, you can be at counter waiting for service an the servers will just walk past you.“