Lancaster Sweet Shoppe

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Nice little shoppe full of candy, ice cream and Stroopies a local favorite you enjoy with tea or coffee. Great service! read more

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Such an adorable store! So many candies. Stroopies and ice cream flavors to choose from! We came about 30 minutes prior to closing after dinner which was so nice since they stay open later than some other sweet shops. There's enough seating on the side for a few tables and it looked like they had a hidden outdoor option in the back! Will def come back to explore! The line was pretty long on a Saturday night but moved at a good pace. You can tell it's a local and tourist fave for sure. read more

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Such a cute store! They have a great selection of chocolate, stroopwaffles, and ice cream. I'd definitely come back! read more

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Kristen B.

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Delicious caramel stroop waffle espresso ice cream! I wanted to buy all of the things, but I decided on just ice cream and it was worth it! read more

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The Oreo Espresso Caramel is absolutely delicious! Everyone was so kind and greeted me as soon as I walked in. They answered all my questions and had such a great attitude the whole time. Definitely recommend! read more

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Lilian N.

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I can see why this place has such good reviews - it left me yearning for more! In fact, I enjoyed it so much that I would return to Lancaster just to remember again that moment I ate my espresso caramel Oreo ice cream. That's right. ESPRESSO CARAMEL OREO (or maybe it was espresso Oreo caramel). It doesn't matter to me!! The combination of those flavors was insanely good and the ice cream was so creamy! The prices were one to be admired as I've never seen anything so wonderfully affordable either, ha! The shop is super cute. Walk into the front where it's a chocolate shop focusing on Stroopies. Then past the wall is a narrow hall of seating on the left with goodies supporting local artists and then the ice cream on the right. They list all the flavors in the middle when you line up and while many are regular, there were also really unique ones. I've always loved coffee ice cream so I went for this flavor that attracted me but my kids ordered a strawberry cheesecake which I also found to be premium quality in terms of its creaminess. I wish I could stay in Lancaster longer to taste all the other ice creams but for now; this place left me wanting more! read more

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ice cream was tasty. The service counter and small eating area were very cramped together.

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Glad that you enjoyed our homemade ice cream! It is a cozy…

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Super adorable sweet shoppe with a great selection of everything from nostalgic candy great ice cream flavors and homemade chocolates...will definitely be back to try some more stuff. We had coffee oreo ice cream and cookies and cream..delish! Great little outside area too! read more

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Jennie G.

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Liberty J.

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Butter crunch is the best ice cream I've ever had. Thank you for making this flavor. It taste like honeycomb and toffee, with a perfect creamy base. Omg just try it. read more

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Jill K.

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I looked up on Yelp: ice cream and this place came up and did Not disappoint. It's an adorable sweets shop in town with super delicious ice cream. In my party we got vanilla, mint chocolate chip and my fave chocolate peanut butter. All creamy and delicious. Short line, pleasant staff. Highly recommend!! read more

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Cute quintessential sweet shop in Lancaster. Ice cream, candies and stroopies. Lovely service and generous scoops at a reasonable price. Highly recommend. read more

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Michael T.

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Amazing and fresh ice cream. Tried multiple flavors. Very friendly service also. Wise selection

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Doug B.

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Ice cream, stroopwafels, cookies, and more! This place has all the sweets one could ask for. We went here with our family from Ocean City MD and our nephew Alex loved it! Lots of good flavors of ice cream in a fresh waffle cone or cup, and sprinkles if you want them. The stroopies are all dipped in different types of chocolate and some are stacked up. Crazy good. Parking is a little challenging, but they have a back entrance off a small parking lot that many don't know about. We will be back! Try it you'll like it! read more

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M M.

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The cashier was not friendly at all. Very harsh if you ask me. I've always enjoyed coming to the Reading Terminal. The day k purchased a stroppie from them on March 23, 2025, it was around 50 degrees outside. By the time I got home, to NY the whole stoopie melted and stuck to the plastic packaging. Which btw, why do you use plastic if you advertise yourself as sustainable business? Just in case they're going to say that it was hot in my car, I'm a person who likes the cold and keeps her AC at a temperature below 68 at all times Anyways, back to the purchase that I made. I bought this $3.75+tax stroppie and I was really looking forward to having it, as it reminds me of my past and someone I loved. Not to be petty, but this experience was ruined so it became a matter of principal for me to contact the shop. I contacted Stroopies Inc. they we-directed me to contact the Sweet Shoppe. So I did. This is the response that I received. Tell me if I'm wrong, but in my opinion this could have been handled differently by the business. I still ate it, but the whole experience that I was looking forward to so much was ruined. There's so little pleasure that I have these days in my life and you have definitely stripped me of this one. read more

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Rebecca B.

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We come here at least once a month to get ice cream and have never once had a bad experience. The flavors are fantastic and the portions are hefty (but no complaints here)! My favorite ice cream flavor is the Espresso Oreo Caramel and the Mint Oreo is a close second! They also make sundaes with their stroopie pieces on top which is incredible. All around, great service, incredible ice cream and a great patio area in the back to enjoy ice cream during warmer months! Another bonus is they have fudge, candy and stroopies for sale in the front portion of the store - nothing beats buying a 5 pack of stroopies and having them for a snack with your morning coffee during the work week! read more

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Stephen M.

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This is a very nice Place to take care of that sweet tooth. From the moment you enter you are surrounded by chocolates and ice cream. They also have local crafts on display. The place is very big and also has searing all the way outside in the back. Looks almost like a garden. The only thing if anyone is Dairy Free there is not options. But they was kind enough to point us to a place one block away that had dairy free options. So I took my wife to get her non-Dairy ice cream and I returned to get my ice cream. I 1000% recommend this place. read more

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Ali K.

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Very cute shop and also very reasonably priced!! A cappuccino in the $3 range is unheard off lol. I'm not from this area so may that is why haha but not only was it affordable, it was also very good. The perfect ratio of milk foam and espresso! Added a little bit of simple syrup and it's a great cup! Very satisfied haha. Also got the mini dip ice cream. That was like $2 or something!!!! I'm not use to these prices. The mini dip ice cream is not mini, in my opinion. It was a great size. Granted, I came here after having a Nashville chicken sandwich, half a deluxe cheesesteak and some curly fries but regardless, if I am back in the area, I would stick with the mini dip. Ohh and the actual ice cream tasted yummy. I got the strawberry. It reminded me of a strawberry milkshake I use to have as a kid growing up haha great place with plenty of offerings!!! A must go!!!! read more

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David B.

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Homemade ice cream at its best with a high variety of flavor combinations. The service was helpful and friendly, going out of their way to help my wife wife find gluten free alternatives. The shop itself had a pleasant ambiance that combined old world and modern touches. Very pleasant and homey, though seating was limited. read more

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One of the best ice cream spots in the area. Great selection of rotating flavors with the option to pick up some stroop waffles while you're there. Back patio is a great spot to enjoy your dessert! read more

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Brent H.

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I can't believe I've been in Lancaster for a year and only now found this place. The employees were so nice and gave me an amazing recommendation. I love their mission statement and most of all, their ice cream. We will be back...soon! read more

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Belal E.

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Love this place! Amazing chocolate dipped stroopies. Espresso is my favorite with peppermint being a very close second. Very cute place for a sweet treat and coffee. Cute outdoor court yard in the back too. Would definitely love to come back to try the ice cream next time. read more

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Kelly Y.

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Quaint shop in the heart of Lancaster city. The sweet smell hits you the moment you open the door. The front of the store is full of chocolates and gifts, but if you go in just a bit further you'll find an ice cream counter with a full menu of options. They make stroop waffles (look it up--simply said -- yummy), selling several varieties at the candy counter, but they also make an ice cream with stroopie pieces as part of the recipe. Actually all of their ice cream is homemade. That stroopie ice cream on a waffle cone is simply heaven. There's tables inside and a sweet patio out back. read more

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MJ C.

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The service was very nice and the servings are huge! I got a double scoop in a waffle cone and it was perfect for my husband and I. The waffle cone was fresh! I ordered chocolate chip cookie dough which was very creamy and delicious! My favorite! The espresso Oreo caramel was also good. The coffee flavor was very strong which my husband loved!!! read more

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Caitlin B.

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Cute shop with decent candy and average ice cream. Ice cream was a bit Icey. It was still a fun place to visit.

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You can smell the tempting Sweet shop a block away. Friendly service.First time tasting the Stroopie . Wow was blown away. They have a large selection of yummy chocolates. We left with a bag full of goodies. The chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream was creamy and delicious.Don't leave Lancaster without stopping by. read more

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Lauren G.

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Looking for a Mother's Day tradition for you and yours? Well. Look no further because two simple words are about to change your world. ICE CREAM. The mother load of ice cream. Taste is incredible, the customer service is amazing & the portions are generous for the price. Ice Cream is also not the only thing they sell & it's delicious. Absolutely recommend. Love it. 10 of 10!! read more

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Lancaster Sweet Shoppe is the type of place that I wish existed everywhere. They serve ice cream and have an array of delicious baked goods, such as stroopwafels. I would highly recommend checking this place out if you have a sweet tooth like I do. read more

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Mike C.

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Really good chocolate here, in milk and dark flavors. Lots of different options, and a great spot to bring home a gift to someone!

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Lauren M.

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First of all, this little shoppe is so freaking cute. It is clean and bright and adorable. You can buy packages of their stroopwafels, or buy one individually for a snack, or get them crumbled up atop some ice cream. They have a nice selection of ice creams, including the basics and some more adventurous options. We got mint chocolate chip and chai-stroopie, and both were amazing. There are also sundae options, as well as milkshakes. Regarding covid precautions: walking traffic was controlled in one direction, with a separate exit back to the street. Line spacing is marked on the floors. And the back patio has been arranged for safe outdoor eating. read more

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Jon B.

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Stopped in here for some dessert. They had lots and lots of great options. We chose ice cream and there were plenty of flavors to choose from. The portions were very generous. The staff was friendly and helpful. I would recommend stopping by if your in the area read more

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Mary Ellen G.

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Adorable shop with friendly service. Lots of sweets to choose from. You should try Stroopies. And the ice cream was great!

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Best ice cream in the area. The location is super convenient with plenty of street parking. They have a very adorable outdoor patio area with seating. read more

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This is the home of Stroopies in many varieties and types. There is also local chocolates and ice cream. If you are in the area, I suggest you check it out and get some sweets to go. Stroopies are some of the best stroopwafels that I've had. read more

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One of my favorite sweet shops, pun intended, in downtown Lancaster. The front of the shop is full of Stroopies, chocolate covered goodies and sweets of all kinds. The caramels and brittle are some of my favorites there. The ice cream....oh the ice cream...there are no words. It's creamy, rich, homemade and addicting. The chunks of oreo were full chunks. I feel like most places blend their add-ins to the point of crumbs, whereas this ice cream has large than quarter size chunks. We had a few samples of some of the other flavors and it was by far the toughest decision I had to make all day :) read more

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I love this place. Everything is made local. The atmosphere is comforting and calming. Try one of the Groff chocolates and the Stroopies.the staff is friendly and family run. Stop by! read more

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Yummy ice cream. I got fresh flavor and ice cream was not sweat. The scoop is pretty big and the price is reasonable compared to ones in DC area. The shop opened pretty late which is a plus. read more

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Charming sweet shop selling ice cream, stroopwafels and other handmade treats. The service is amazing and the ladies working here are so kind and welcoming. My friend got the ice cream and we really liked the peanut butter flavor but the other ones weren't as memorable. We also tried a stroopwafel that was warm and fresh. I like stroopwafels when they're cold and crunchy but this was still delectable. There's also a really cute courtyard in the back where you can enjoy your treat and the nice weather. read more

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I have been to the Lancaster Sweet Shoppe a couple of times now and each time I have no complaints. The spring/summer usually has more of a line/wait and is busier. Today I went around 8:00pm and it wasn't too bad. They have marks on the floor to socially distance everyone and have hand sanitizer at the door. Immediately when you walk in it smells like Stroopies and the shop has a lot of goodies on the left side when you walk in (prepackaged Stroopies, cookies, chocolates..) and then on the right side there are assorted chocolates you can get which I will next time. There's not always someone standing there but usually if you stand in front of the area someone comes. The ice cream is towards the back and towards the very back of the shop is a sitting area. There are tables and chairs along the side wall in the shop you can sit at too. There is a good variety of ice cream flavors they have and select from. I got a single scoop of strawberry ice cream ($3.50) with whipped cream (extra $0.50). We also got chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream with Stroopie bits, same price. Both were delicious and very filling. The scoops are pretty liberal in my opinion but I'm not complaining! I do recommend this place as the service was fairly quick and the treats are good. read more

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141 N Duke St
Lancaster, PA 17602
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(717) 869-5955
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What time does Lancaster Sweet Shoppe open?

Lancaster Sweet Shoppe opens at 9:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Lancaster Sweet Shoppe opens at 1:00 PM on Sunday.

What time does Lancaster Sweet Shoppe close?

Lancaster Sweet Shoppe closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Lancaster Sweet Shoppe closes at 10:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu 9:00 AM - 9:00 PMFri-Sat 9:00 AM - 10:00 PMSun 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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Does Lancaster Sweet Shoppe take credit cards?

Yes, Lancaster Sweet Shoppe takes credit cards.

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Does Lancaster Sweet Shoppe have catering options?

Yes, Lancaster Sweet Shoppe does have catering options.

Does Lancaster Sweet Shoppe have a drive thru?

No, Lancaster Sweet Shoppe does not have a drive thru.

Indoor Amenities

Does Lancaster Sweet Shoppe allow dogs?

No, Lancaster Sweet Shoppe does not allow dogs.

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Does Lancaster Sweet Shoppe have bike parking?

Yes, Lancaster Sweet Shoppe has bike parking.

Does Lancaster Sweet Shoppe have parking?

Yes, Lancaster Sweet Shoppe has parking options. Garage Parking, Street Parking

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Is Lancaster Sweet Shoppe wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Lancaster Sweet Shoppe is wheelchair accessible.

Does Lancaster Sweet Shoppe have free WiFi?

Yes, Lancaster Sweet Shoppe has free WiFi.

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We are open for Dining in as well as Dining outside in our back Courtyard! The Lancaster Sweet Shoppe is the home of Lancaster's very own Stroopies, Inc. We also feature our family's homemade chocolates, Groff's Chocolates, local made ice cream from Pine View Dairy, and local roasted coffee drinks! The Lancaster Sweet Shoppe is a dessert destination in Lancaster City.

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4.8(8 reviews)

0.3 mi

What a great find! I ended up coming here simply because I found a parking spot right out front of…read morethe store. My kids were freezing! So we ended up going inside to warm up. I was dad of the year since I never take them to candy shops! But what I found was just so great about this place was the unique offerings. It's a family tradition to make gingerbread houses and I found all the old time candy I used to decorate the gingerbread houses with my mom. They have ribbon candy, and just about any kind of candy you can think of. They also have clear toy candy, which is a very old type of candy that is very rare to find. I spent a near fortune getting clear toy candy at an old time shop in Philadelphia last year. And loved the selection this shop had. It still wasn't cheap but nowhere near what I paid in Philly! My kids couldn't help but pick out some candy for themselves and I got 2 bags of gummy candy that was about the freshest gummies I've ever had. Lastly, the shop has a really fun throwback of those quarter dispensers where you can put in the coins and get either a handful of candy or a toy. My kids were less interested in this. But it brought back memories for me of growing up in PA, and seeing these machines at all the local grocery stores. This shop is fantastic and I hope they continue to thrive.

Candy store located on a main busy area right by Central Market and the square. It's a large…read moreattractive venue with a reasonable selection of vintage candies. Nothing amazing or must see here but if you're on the hunt for an old favorite it's worth the visit.

Lots of novelty candies

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Lancaster Cupcake

4.4(197 reviews)

We stopped to get one cupcake for a friend who just had a birthday. She is 12 so she loved seeing…read moreall the choices. She enjoyed the strawberry champagne cupcake and said it was an 8 out of 10. We visited on a Sunday afternoon and they were busy, but the young girls working were friendly and quick. A cute space although on the smaller side...there is prob about seating for 15 if every seat was taken.

Amazing Cupcakes, just had a Lavender Honey Crème Brûlée Cupcake, my taste buds were so happy,…read moreworth every calorie (: Never Disappointed (:

Online ordering

To cute little shop, big flavor options!

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Sweetish Candy

3.4(61 reviews)

This spot was a novel experience. With the create your own style, I liked the marshmallows with…read morecream and licorice sour logs with the filling. I called ahead to check on their Bubs inventory. They didn't have much, due to possible import restrictions and no large ovals (you know the ones). Overall marketing your own bag was the fun part. Worth a stop if you're nearby or add a stop to the itinerary if you plan on heading to Shady Maple Smorgasbord.

Stopped in 15 minutes before closing and quickly picked a variety of Swedish candies. I live a sour…read moregummy candy and this place was right up my alley. There were so many options to chose from, though you can't really go wrong! I picked a variety of about 15 different gummies. I've enjoyed nibbling on them over the past few days. The worker behind the counter was friendly enough. The store is on a corner with the door being at the top of a short staircase. The store itself is very bright and well lit with lots of windows.

Kolsvart Smoked Licorice Fish

The best!!!

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Interior of shop

Hammond's Old-Fashioned Hand Made Pretzels

4.9(19 reviews)

1.3 mi

My Brother and I stopped by here on our way from York to Philadelphia. What a cool spot!…read more The shop in front is pretty tiny, but has enough room for a few folks to mingle around. The pretzels from the oven come out right there in the gift shop on the conveyor belt. They even gave us a fresh pretzel off the line. So delicious! I bought about $20.00 worth of pretzels for family and friends back home in AZ/CA. The 2 ladies in the shop were very kind and helpful. They even gave us the tip to look in the 3 back windows of the building on the way out. We did, and we saw about 10 people hand rolling pretzels. YES....they hand roll each (big) pretzel. What attention to detail! Simply amazing. Must stop if you are back in Central PA.

You have to stop in Hammonds when in the area. The pretzels are hard pretzels that are still hand…read morerolled and baked. They are so good. You can get the regular pretzels, various seasonings or chocolate covered. All amazing. Super friendly service. Treat yourself!

Store front

Hammond's Old-Fashioned Hand Made Pretzels

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The Urban Farmhouse

5.0(13 reviews)

Owner and her daughter are incredible. They really are welcoming and have great conversations…read more We already knew their cheesecake was the best in Lancaster. Add in their Restaurant Week Special of Banana Pudding (regular and biscoff) and they have raised the bar! Small little place, no real seating, but the cheesecake is so delightful, it does not matter at all! We LOVE Urban Farmhouse Cheesecake!

VERY delicious cheesecakes!!!! I can only speak for the smaller squares they offer but they were…read morevery tasty and fresh and priced slightly higher, but you definitely get the flavor you pay for!! I snagged a few for my fiancés birthday and he LOVED THEM. He's not a chocolate in cheesecake kinda guy but the s'mores cheesecake square was to die for. Nothing on them but word of advice, get there as early as possible to ensure you get the flavor you're looking for! Also definitely check their facebook for their weekly rotating menu. Overall highly recommend if you're local to the area, or just passing through

Nutella Cheesecake

Lemon Poppyseed Cheesecake

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Chocolate-Peanut Butter Swirl Cheesecake

Lancaster Central Market

4.4(402 reviews)

As expected, it was a busy Friday at the Lancaster Central Market, one of the best places to…read moresupport small businesses. Since it's been some time since I last shopped here, it was a treat browsing all the vendor stands and seeing what foods are available. As a garden/flower enthusiast, you know I had to check out the flower stands like Perfect Pots and Inspirational Blossoms, both with fresh blooms. For lunch, after a taste test, I opted for Soulcialze, which provided generous portions of mac n cheese, collards, beef brisket, and cornbread. Tables are provided for lunch or snacks, but we had to wait a few minutes because none were available. At Lancaster Central, you can expect a friendly atmosphere in this beautiful historic building, where the local community shops and supports. I usually secure parking via parking apps at the Hager lot or one of the two nearby parking garages.

"For it's always just a short walk To the oldest established…read morepermanent floating Crap game in New York" (Guys and Dolls) Well, we didn't exactly have a short walk to the oldest established permanent Farmer's Market in the United States. That's because on our visit, three of the parking garages bordering the market were full, and by the time we found street parking (you'd better polish up your parallel parking skills) it was close to a 30-minute stroll to this historic landmark. The market goes way back--all the way to 1730--when local farmers rolled into town with whatever they'd harvested and sold it in what was then just an open field in the center of the growing community. Today, it is home to over 65 vendors selling fruits & vegetables, meats, poultry, fish & cheeses, fresh baked bread, pretzels, pierogis, handmade dishes, smoothies, flowers, hot coffee, sweet treats, and even pickles. We had a blast wandering through the crowded aisles and picking up a few odds and ends. If you love jerky and meat sticks (as I do), you will walk out with a ton of goodies (as I did).