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Hickory House

4.5 (67 reviews)
InexpensiveBarbeque
Open • 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
Updated 3 months ago

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Moderate noise
Good for groups
Good for kids

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William R.

The best place to eat in Lancaster. Delicious breakfast omelets and the stuffed bakers at lunch are almost too big to finish. They smoke their meat on site and there is always a line at lunch time. All of the employees have been there for years and enjoy serving you. You will not find a friendlier atmosphere them Mike's, Hickory House.

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sanjana m.

This place has the most friendly staff and really good food at a stellar price! I got the brisket sandwhich with a side of corn and fries. The interior was really old and rustic ( felt like stuff on the shelves hadn't been moved in years) but there was a lot of seating!

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Great fall of the bone and amazing brisket. The employees were also nice and helpful. Would easily go there again or recommend it to anyone

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I have had there breakfast before and it is really good, but the Owner may need more customer service skills.

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