The Lanc Local team analyzed 476,108 local reviews and metrics to find the best restaurants Lancaster, PA has to offer. We rank businesses according to their Bayesian average rating — to prevent rankings from being overly influenced by businesses with only a few reviews.
Top Restaurants
Near Lancaster, PA
Lapp Valley Farm
4.9
(2,439 Reviews)
Locals' choice
Featured review:
"The ice cream is really delicious! Many people drive here specifically to buy it. You can use the drive-through or park and enjoy your ice cream on the porch in front of the store. They also sell eggs and cheese!"...
New Holland
Dairy Queen
4.8
(3,610 Reviews)
Locals' choice
Featured review:
"This is our first time and we very much enjoyed it. Did not try any ice cream but everyone who did very much enjoyed it. We had sandwiches which were delicious, particularly liked the ham with cheese and mustard on the pretzel. Bun reminded me of a Cuban sandwich. It was very good. We got there rig...
Ephrata
Fox Meadows Creamery
4.8
(3,608 Reviews)
Locals' choice
Featured review:
"This is our first time and we very much enjoyed it. Did not try any ice cream but everyone who did very much enjoyed it. We had sandwiches which were delicious, particularly liked the ham with cheese and mustard on the pretzel. Bun reminded me of a Cuban sandwich. It was very good. We got there rig...
Ephrata
Chick-fil-A
4.7
(4,400 Reviews)
Locals' choice
Featured review:
"We came in around 8 PM and ordered a family meal which came out promptly with good service, though my club was missing a few toppings. I took it up, asking for lettuce, not realizing it was missing the other toppings to which I took it up again and told them I definitely didn’t eat it off the top...
Lancaster
Chellas Arepa Kitchen
4.8
(1,127 Reviews)
Locals' choice
Featured review:
"If you are looking for a Latin meal with its meat seasoned and cook to perfection, Chellas is your place! Atmosphere is great, especially if you are looking for a relaxing place to eat outside. The meal portions will most definitely fill you up. If you enjoy sauces, try all three! They are the perf...
Lancaster
Gracie’s On West Main
4.7
(4,665 Reviews)
Locals' choice
Locals like the positive environment. Recommended for their home fries, banana bread, and tomato soup. Specialty favorites include the Monte Cristo dish and the grilled cheese with bacon jam.
Featured review:
"We went for the grilled cheese, and we weren't disappointed. It was probably the best grilled cheese I've ever had. Delicious bacon, chicken, and of course the cheese melted to perfection on sourdough. A fabulous combination. My girl had the pulled pork grilled cheese, which of course she loved. An...
Leola
Rachel’s Cafe & Creperie
4.7
(2,351 Reviews)
Locals' choice
Featured review:
"Great smaller venue for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. We arrived at 10 and there was a 30 minute wait. We wandered next door and people watched. Nice selection of customized crepes to pick from. I Ordered the Oyler. It was stuffed with meat and cheese as well as the other ingredients. I was full af...
Lancaster
Speckled Hen Coffee
4.7
(1,615 Reviews)
Locals' choice
Featured review:
"A delightful experience! I ordered the Specked Hen Latte (maple syrup and cinnamon). It was honestly one of the best lattes I've ever had, and so pretty! Two of us split a Lancaster omelette and a Specked Hen omelette. Both were delicious! Breakfast potatoes were cooked perfectly and nicely seasone...
Strasburg
Emma’s Gourmet Popcorn LLC
4.9
(503 Reviews)
Locals' choice
Featured review:
"The popcorn variety is crazy. I was like a kid in a candy store. When I left, I called my girlfriend and told her next time I go, I need an adult. I spent way too much money on popcorn. Absolutely an amazing place."...
Gordonville
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