Live. Laugh. Love. CAVA. I have been a regular at this Cava location for years but I am just now…read morewriting a review bc my wife and I made the dismal decision to eat dinner at CoreLife the other night for a change of pace, and when I tell you they are trying so hard to be Cava but their food has ZERO flavor. You guys are doing it so much better and it's nottttt close. Hot honey harissa bowl is my go to. (I'll post my most recent photo of one here that I picked up and ate for lunch.) Portions are generous, produce is fresh, meat is well-seasoned, sauces are rich and savory, vibes are immaculate.

"It's like Chipotle, but Mediterranean food!" This is how friends and family described Cava to me…read morewhen it first opened, and it's the reason why I'm such a late convert -- Chipotles are usually dirty and their food is in the news too often associated with making people sick. Cava is nothing like that. I got a chance to try the food for a work lunch event and enjoyed the food so much that I've introduced it to my husband and daughter as one of our more health quick dinner options. I've tried a variety of proteins and topping options in the BYO bowl and have been really pleased with the food quality and variety--I love all the traditional sauces (harissa, tzatziki), and the hubs loves the crazy feta. For dressing options, I highly recommend the lemon herb tahini and tahini Caesar. The online ordering is so simple and everything is completely customizable -- the hubs and kid can nix onions from their bowls and I can add all the onion options to mine. Everyone's happy! There are reserved to-go parking spaces right at the front entrance, so it's convenient to park there, run in to the pick up rack and grab my order. In and out in less than 5 min. If you eat-in, there plenty of room and seating inside and they even have a little outdoor area out back during the warm weather months. The staff work quick, so the order line generally moves well, but you occasionally have someone who is new to the concept asking a lot of questions about options, so that takes a little more time. For the most part the staff are patient in helping people who are struggling with the menu. The one miss? The desserts. We ordered the chocolate chip brownie once to share and were surprised by how small it was-- a little bigger than an AirPod case and an inch thick. Two bites, which for one person is enough, but not really a shareable. And for the price? For a pre-packaged brownie, essentially? Not worth it. Skip the sweet stuff and stick with the bowls.

As a family of four, we eat here about once a month and it's our favorite resturaunt in Lancaster…read more Very kid friendly, always exceptional service, clean (my wife would know, not me), and everything on the menu is flavorful and always made with love.

There are moments in life when you set out in search of dinner and instead discover a small,…read morebenevolent corner of the universe. My wife, acting as both navigator and oracle, found Norbu after I asked for something within walking distance of our hotel. Four Himalayan restaurants, all within a short stroll, which felt statistically suspicious in the heart of Amish country. We chose Norbu because it had the best reviews and, more importantly, because it offered Nepalese and Bhutanese dishes, which none of us had ever tried. We are a family that tries to make it a point to say yes to the unknown. Finding it is part of the adventure. Norbu is tucked along North Christian Street, though calling it a street feels optimistic at best. It is more of a very committed alley. The restaurant sits inside an office building with a few brave parking spaces placed carefully on postage stamp sized lot out front. Had we been driving, I am certain we would have missed it and continued on, poorer for the experience. Fortunately, we were on foot and arrived intact. Inside, the place was alive at 7 PM. There were low tables with stools that suggested a more traditional way of dining, and a couple of unoccupied standard tables for those of us still learning. We took one of the latter and were seated quickly. We began with momo, a dish that seems like could quietly solve many of the world's problems if placed on the right tables. Soft, hand folded dumplings, steamed and served with a savory chutney. We ordered the "Mix It All" option, which gave us vegetable, beef, and chicken. Each had its own personality, its own quiet argument for why it should be your favorite. My older son ordered the Sweet N Sticky Tofu, which was the most familiar thing we ate all night. It tasted like a thoughtful conversation between General Tso and sesame tofu. Very good, very well executed, just less novel. I had the Pak Sha Datsi, the national dish of Bhutan, which I did not know until I read it on the menu and our server filled in the missing information with patience and enthusiasm. Norbu itself, we learned, is rooted in Himalayan traditions and a desire to share the food and culture of Nepal and Bhutan with a wider audience, which feels like a noble use of time. The dish arrived as a gently spiced stew with pork and a blend of aged and smoked cheeses. It was creamy, delicate, and somehow grew more interesting with every bite. It did not resemble anything I had eaten before, which is a rare and welcome thing as I grow ever older. My wife and younger son both ordered the Nepali Thali, a kind of edible symphony made up of curry, lentils, vegetables, chutneys, pickles, and a dessert pudding. My wife chose the fish curry, which was tender and lightly flavored. My son chose the chicken curry, which quietly became the star of the table. It had a familiar warmth, something like Indian curry, but with its own distinct voice. The accompanying mustard greens, curried potatoes, and a simple mix of green beans, corn, and carrots, were so flavorful that we found ourselves marveling at them like tourists at a natural wonder. Service was excellent. Our waitress guided us through the menu, made thoughtful suggestions, and shared a bit of the restaurant's story. By the end of the meal, we felt not just fed, but informed. Our only failure was not saving room for dessert. There was a chai flavored cashew cheesecake that sounded like it might change a person's outlook on life. We will have to return to test this theory. Norbu is the kind of place you hope to find and rarely do. It is hidden, a little hard to reach, and entirely worth the effort. Five stars, because sometimes you find something amazing and new, and that reminds you that the world is still full of good surprises.

I ordered the chicken souvlaki (lower plate) with fresh made pita bread, tzatziki (which I'm…read morecompletely obsessed with), and a side of fresh cut fries with ketchup. It was a good portion, I was satisfied and everything was cooked really well. My boyfriend ordered the pork gyro (higher plate) with tomato, red onion, lettuce and tzatziki wrapped in pita bread with a side of fresh cut fries and ketchup. First time trying this restaurant because it was close to my hair salon, and it did not disappoint! The place is a smaller shop in a place but it was well organized, clean, and service was quick and tentative as well. There were probably only 3 or 4 employees in the whole restaurant but it seems they have a really organized system and the food came out amazing and at a reasonable time. If you're ever in the Lancaster area looking for delicious Greek food I'd highly recommend this restaurant! And I will definitely be back!

Fantastic dinner! Fast casual Greek food where we had a chicken and lamb gyro and fried feta…read more Everything was delicious down to the seasoning on the fries. Most items are scratch made down to the pita and they even grow their own herbs. When ordering dessert the owner offered to make us an off menu item he was trying which hopefully makes it onto the menu soon! Additionally a really good drink/beer list! The owner came and spoke with us for a bit and is a very kind and cool guy. This place is absolutely with a try!

If you are in the area, you must get CoreLife Eatery. Not only is the food delicious, but it is…read morefresh and there are more options than you can imagine. From hot bowls to summer salads, this place has workers that explain the menu and provide great service. There is plenty of space to sit and enjoy a meal and in the perfect place with a Starbucks right near by. Overall great experience and will be coming back!

My wife and I ate here on a Thursday night. She had the tuna poke bowl and I had a "special"…read moreMediterranean bowl with meatballs. To drink, we both had unsweetened green tea with a splash of lemonade. Zero flavor to be found. Anywhere. In anything. The portion of tuna was laughable. The meatballs were dry. We paid $35 to eat half of our bowls and throw the rest away. Genuinely awful.

Amazing staff, especially the young man checking customers out. 10/10 Great experienceread more

Not bad for quicker service stir fry. The dish came to…read moreabout $16 dollars. The meat portions were great, I got garlic chicken and turkey meatballs over brown rice. The veggie portions were pretty limited. I counted about q few pieces of broccoli and and not too many snap peas! I added the soy garlic sauce and breadcrumbs which were great additions! I didn't have too much trouble with this, but you basically have to order from the kiosks. I prefer to order in person. The portion size was okay for the price. I would like to try the honey bar in the future. The restaurant had overflowing trays and bowls at the trashcan. A lot of the tables were not cleaned during the dinner hours on a weekend. Might be a better takeout/doordash place! The food was good, just some minor hiccups here and there. The specials looked good!

Driving through but stopped for beer and food. If I lived locally this would be my regular place…read more Scale: 1-5 Beer: 5 - Haze Farmer Hazy IPA is delicious. Lots of tasty looking beers on the draft list so asked for a flight. I was impressed with how tasty every different style was. Atmosphere: 5 - Relaxed. Great wooden bar sort of feels like an Irish pub. Service: 5 - Got a seat near the bar and was served by the bartender. Beer delivery is quick and friendly. Food: Great menu of bar food. Lots of people eating pizza but I prefer to drink my carbs so I had one of their phat 1/2# burgers. Cultural/Political Agenda (1-5): 5 -Everyone is welcome. No preachy nonsense or virtue signaling, just beer, as it should be.

When in Lancaster, it's a must visit!…read more While the parking lot if pretty darn small & it feels up quickly, the beer makes up for it! This is a charming antique feeling brewery with lots of beers to choose from!

Amazing food Great service…read more Classy Stay for dessert the peanut butter cup is amazing!!! Been here 3 times so far.

It annoys me when I see people that don't understand ratings. Lancaster people can appreciate a…read moregreat restaurant, I'm sure. Every time I go here we're all delighted. And impressed by the level of service received. All the staff is so knowledgeable and friendly. They really go way above the standard of service and quality. lol it literally angers me that they don't have 5 stars. Keep doing what you're doing, Harvest. You know there are Karens and Ken's in every facet of life. Don't let it discourage you. I've always had an amazing time I go.

Excellent food and experience! Excellent smoothie, breakfast sandwiches and delicious food. Great…read morelattes also! Friendly service and ambiance. (Do wish they had a seoerate bathroom for employees because one was in the restroom for like 30 minutes and really stunk it up bad!)

I live and work in downtown Lancaster. When I don't feel like walking home for lunch, I grab a…read moresalad at Cafe One Eight. Nice, fresh salad with some very tasty grilled marinated chicken for $12.

Had a very nice experience at Bobby Bay's recently. I was visiting from out-of-town and my original…read morerestaurant selection was not open. I looked on Yelp and quickly pivoted here and I'm glad I did! The woman behind the counter was very kind and personable to everyone who walked in, there were free cookies that they were testing out that customers could take, and the seating was limited but clean. The big windows give nice views out to the parking lot and the rolling hills beyond. I ordered a "Rancher" which was one of the hot sandwiches. A bit like a cheesesteak but with ranch dressing and bacon. The sandwich was ready in no time at all and tasted great! Could definitely see myself coming back next time I'm in the area.

Tough place to review. Got the Johnny Boy sandwich and…read morefries. Johnny boy was prosciutto, thick sliced mozzarella, soprasetta, arugula and olive oil. The fries are always fantastic here! Definitely a top choice if you come here. The sandwich tasted great. The main problem I have is that I am not a fan of their rolls. The rolls are very doughy and seemed like there was too much roll for the sandwich. The service was quick and fast, the lady at the front register was very kind. Great service is always a plus in my mind for a restaurant. The location was clean, easy parking, and setup nice on the inside with plenty of seating. The price per sandwich is a little bit expensive.

Cabalar. Best burger in Lancaster…read more Now their specials are always LEGIT. Lancaster Restaurant Week was serving up a Jibarito, corned beef, fried plantains, melted cooper, pickled onions, and mayoketchup. The sandwich was incredible! Such a good touch on a cultural favorite! I myself prefer it without pickled onions, but if you love onions, this is perfect! Cabalar is massively popular and will always require a decent wait for made to order items. I believe we waited about 25 minutes for this sandwich. Love the green and white throughout the restaurant. Awesome shirts for sale. The decor in here is awesome with paintings everywhere. Tons of seating and kids area upstairs!

An old style butcher and restaurant…read more The space is bright, airy, and inviting. The sandwiches are creative and delicious. The Beef Tallow French Fries are outstanding. The staff is helpful.