Guidebook for Lancaster
Food Scene
LUCA is our go-to. It never fails to impress with its seasonally inspired menu. It's Italy meets Lancaster, and we love it.
107 locals recommend
LUCA
436 W James StLUCA is our go-to. It never fails to impress with its seasonally inspired menu. It's Italy meets Lancaster, and we love it.
The OGs of Lancaster roasters, Square One is a great go to whether you're just looking for a quick drip or a single-origin pour over. They also offer a decent selection of baked goods.
43 locals recommend
Square One Coffee Roasters
145 N Duke StThe OGs of Lancaster roasters, Square One is a great go to whether you're just looking for a quick drip or a single-origin pour over. They also offer a decent selection of baked goods.
LBC is a great place to sample some local craft beer and enjoy locally-sourced pub grub. The burger is a favorite.
60 locals recommend
Lancaster Brewing Company
302 N Plum StLBC is a great place to sample some local craft beer and enjoy locally-sourced pub grub. The burger is a favorite.
This French-inspired BYOB offers a delicious seasonal farm-to-table menu, but don't take our word for it. Food Network's Alton Brown named it one of his top two restaurants, anywhere, for 2016
16 locals recommend
Maison
230 N Prince StThis French-inspired BYOB offers a delicious seasonal farm-to-table menu, but don't take our word for it. Food Network's Alton Brown named it one of his top two restaurants, anywhere, for 2016
Great spot for a quick, delicious bite. You can eat-in or bring back to the house. I highly recommend anything with gyro.
15 locals recommend
Souvlaki Boys
1 W James StGreat spot for a quick, delicious bite. You can eat-in or bring back to the house. I highly recommend anything with gyro.
Great little spot for flatbread pizza and a huge selection of craft beers.
37 locals recommend
The Fridge
534 N Mulberry StGreat little spot for flatbread pizza and a huge selection of craft beers.
A must-try for coffee enthusiasts. Food & Wine named it the best coffee in Pennsylvania. Stop by before or after a trip to the Market.
42 locals recommend
Passenger Coffee & Tea Showroom
7 W King StA must-try for coffee enthusiasts. Food & Wine named it the best coffee in Pennsylvania. Stop by before or after a trip to the Market.
This is an outstanding breakfast or brunch option with the line to prove it. Expect to wait but it's worth it.
101 locals recommend
Rachel's Cafe & Creperie
201 W Walnut StThis is an outstanding breakfast or brunch option with the line to prove it. Expect to wait but it's worth it.
You'll have to drive here, but these made-to-order donuts are some of the best donuts I've ever eaten. Well worth the trip.
Duck Donuts
2097 Fruitville PikeYou'll have to drive here, but these made-to-order donuts are some of the best donuts I've ever eaten. Well worth the trip.
Excellent selection of wine, craft beers and cocktails. I highly recommend their charcuterie and cheese boards as well as the KFC (Korean fried chicken).
14 locals recommend
Pour Craft Food & Drinks
114 N Prince StExcellent selection of wine, craft beers and cocktails. I highly recommend their charcuterie and cheese boards as well as the KFC (Korean fried chicken).
Essentials
Whole Foods Market
1563 Fruitville PikeFine Wine & Good Spirits
1234 Millersville PikeEntertainment & Activities
This arthouse movie theater, restaurant, and distillery all in one is a great date night destination.
46 locals recommend
Zoetropolis
112 N Water St This arthouse movie theater, restaurant, and distillery all in one is a great date night destination.
The Amish Farm and House
2395 Covered Bridge DrTwo words--Goat Yoga.
Drinks & Nightlife
The buzziest bar in Lancaster at the moment, Horse Inn serves up exceptional cocktails in their historic speakeasy.
83 locals recommend
Horse Inn
540 E Fulton StThe buzziest bar in Lancaster at the moment, Horse Inn serves up exceptional cocktails in their historic speakeasy.
Sightseeing
Central Market has been a Lancaster landmark since it opened in the 1730s, making it the oldest running farmers market in the U.S. Located in Penn Square, it houses over 60 vendors offering fresh produce, meats, cheeses, and baked goods.
252 locals recommend
Lancaster Central Market
23 N Market StCentral Market has been a Lancaster landmark since it opened in the 1730s, making it the oldest running farmers market in the U.S. Located in Penn Square, it houses over 60 vendors offering fresh produce, meats, cheeses, and baked goods.
Arts & Culture
A hands-on, interactive learning center with a mission to build curiosity and creativity in kids from Pre-K through 8th grade.
33 locals recommend
The Lancaster Science Factory
454 New Holland AveA hands-on, interactive learning center with a mission to build curiosity and creativity in kids from Pre-K through 8th grade.