Great find Smash burger is excellent…read more Beer selection interesting Love the hanging glasses

A COLD day at 13ºF with ice on most walks, but not in our neighborhoods , we wanted to get our…read morefirst taste of Bert's new place...awesome re-invention of a unique place. Immediate service even with most tables taken and many bar stools filled. Good menu, and help with beer choices by server Jesse. While no cider (it's okay), the Lindemand apple will be a great replacement (next time 'she' will do the strawberry beer tested before we exited...served by Bert). Food: Chicken sandwich with large chicken potion, tasty sauce, and potato fries (salted to perfection...perhaps some rosemary powered next time?). 'He" had 5 double fried wings with that same orange colored dressing. Portions of both are perfect for lunch after Central Marketing. Service: Immediate 'welcome' attention from the bar staff at entering. Setting choices from server Jess, with menus help choosing food and drinks...patient and professional by checking drinks availability. Drinks appeared promptly and food appropriately arrived after a few sips of drinks...and this was with a family table of 11, and at least 8 other patrons. Attentive Jesse checks our progress, then brings the billing at the right time, as well as vocally surveys our pleasures of food and drinks. Great first time, and with a pleasant chat with Bert, who we realized we had known from times. Thanks to Bert, Jesse and the bar staff for all their help...we will do this again, and again, but perhaps in warmer times. Price per person $10-20

If you are looking for delicious beers in a place with a fun vibe and good prices, this place is…read morefor you. I had a flight of a dry Irish stout, a WC IPA, an EC IPA and a hazy IPA. I took home a crowler of the Hazy IPA and the ale with mint and lemon. If you want great service, ask for Sean.

We aren't in Millersville often, but they were having a food pop up which brought us here…read more Unfortunately, the expanded patio area was still under construction, but it's a super cute place. We tried four different beers and were able to snag a table outside even though the crowd was huge from the pop up. Raney doesn't serve food, but you can bring your own from an outside restaurant.

I was shopping at Lancaster Central Market and stopped here for a bite. Great atmosphere. One very…read morenice young man taking care of Everything! It had a German hot dog and a great can of bourbon and ginger ale! Great stop!

Great food and the crab cake was *perfection*. Sat in the "bar" section and definitely felt like…read moreour waitress was overworked? But she gave an enthusiastic endorsement of the crab cake and was right! Loved loved loved the caramel apple "beer" with the caramel and cinnamon sugar rim, but calling it a beer seems not quite right, esp to advertise as gluten free. Ambiance was decent, hated to see fox news but noise level was ok at least!

We were walking around the area and wanted a small bite - salad or some small eats. We walked…read morearound and around and couldn't find anything else that caught our eye so we went back to The Coffin. They welcomed us in, told us to sit at any open table. They stay true to their name with their decor. They were coffin shaped shelves, gothic/satanic themed wallpaper. It's all very well done. Very unique! One of the staff members came over to tell us that their beer and spirits are all from PA. This was music to our ears! We ordered a local IPA. We shared the Brussels Caesar salad. It had crispy brussels sprouts and arugula. Topped homemade crouton. Dusted with Parmesan. It was delicious! Loved this spot! Will go back the next time we're in town!

Coffin Bar is one of the more distinctive brunch spots in Lancaster, and it works better in…read moredaylight than I expected. The vibe leans goth, with a definite metal/punk edge rather than a tightly curated "theme bar" look. It's not as uniformly designed as the name might suggest, but it is interesting and cohesive enough to feel intentional. During brunch, the space is well-lit, and they keep the heavy metal/thrash/punk soundtrack going at a very low volume, exactly the right choice. It supports the aesthetic without turning brunch into a performance. The food is the reason to come. The menu is built around the seven deadly sins (Lust, Gluttony, Wrath, etc.), and everything we tried was outstanding. Between the two of us we had Lust and Gluttony, and both were excellent, high quality, well-executed, and clearly made with care. Service was solid: efficient, reasonably quick, and professional. Not overly chatty, but attentive enough that you don't feel ignored. Drinks were fine. The mimosa and Bloody Mary were exactly what you'd expect: competent and enjoyable, nothing gimmicky. Logistics are also manageable for a downtown spot. Parking exists in the area, including garages nearby, and it's a comfortable walk if you're already in the city center. Overall: a fun, slightly offbeat atmosphere paired with genuinely great brunch food. If you like a darker aesthetic but still want a bright, relaxed daytime meal, Coffin Bar is an easy recommendation.

Another fabulous visit to Cartel...early start on a Friday…read more.. Friendly greeting and service here are standard, thank you! The Cask was pumping out English Pub Ale again, and they had it on tap for those who prefer the gas. Simply amazing (cask). Since Pines was not flowing, moved on the Centient IPA, similar to the west coast style Pines...my bullseye. We finished with a 6oz pour of the Rye barrel aged, not my style but good experience. The French onion soup is always hearty and satisfying. It was only outdone by the beef/cheddar sandwich. Lori had the carnitas tacos, one of our favs! I can't say enough about the authenticity and quality here, in brews, food and service! Thank you! Go here!

Stopped by for apps and drinks on a Wednesday. It was both poker and wing night so it was busy. The…read morestaff however was very attentive and service was quick. The nachoes were really good, we liked the presentation and the diced peppers. Beers were good, my husband enjoyed the Arboreus and Old Grad pours specifically.

Returned to Jack's after many years. Exactly the same from when I attended Millersville…read moreUniversity. Had to get the fries and a Miller Lite to recreate the great memories there. Fries are exactly the same and you still get a pile. Service was fast and friendly. We were glad to be back.

A good, local bar to get a good drink, watch sports, and hang out. Service is quick and good.read more

Industrial cool done right at Thistle Finch Distillery. This place felt like I was stepping into a…read moredifferent era--raw brick, worn textures, and a vibe that tells a story before you even take a sip. The cocktails? Perfect. The bartender was a true mixologist--creative, engaging, and clearly knew her craft. Even better, the bar back deserves a serious shoutout, he was super friendly and full of great recommendations for other local spots. Appetizers were on point across the board! Great drinks, great people, and a setting that sticks with you. Definitely worth the stop.

Enjoyed coming back here, liked it more than I had remembered…read more We had a nice quick dinner at Burley Bar and Thistle Finch Distillery. Ordered the Wedge salad, and since tacos were on special, two of each the chicken and beef. They were also nice enough to make the elote pretzels without the finishing seasoning and give us cheez dip since that's what the kids prefer. Overall very nice and very good with a few small and tasty surprises

Fantastic food, service, and beers. Have visited a couple times over the past few months -- just…read morethe hubs and I, with a small group of friends, and with a large family group for a birthday -- and have been really pleased with the consistency of the experience, no matter how many of us there are, everyone has left more than satisfied. THE SYSTEM/ORDERING // Menus are on the tables, select what you like and order from the bar. Get your pour card so you can self-pour the beers of your choice -- try a little sampler or commit to a full pint, the choice is yours and you pay by the ounce instead of by the glass! I've been so impressed by how easy the system is to use and how many delicious brews I've been able to try for a really reasonable price! THE FOOD // The pretzels are the perfect shareable size for two (they don't last long at my table), the sandwiches are very generous (Turkey and avocado club was enormous, and the pulled pork was juicy and sweet), and the strawberry/blueberry salad was fantastic. They often have specials, too, like coney dogs. THE BEER // This is why you're here, right? There's been a really great variety of styles each time I've visited, and since it's pay-by-the-ounce, I've been braver about trying styles I'm less familiar with or trying styles that I don't typically like just to see if TF can change my mind. My favorites so far are stouts and IPAs -- Knife Fight in a Phone Booth (NE hazy IPA), Mint Maverick (imperial stout), War Bonds Breakfast Stout (oatmeal), and Because I Was Inverted (BIWI) Mango (milkshake IPA). My husbands favorites are the Blue Raider (Kolsch) and Calypso a unleashed (double IPA), which was a collaborative release. There is a cooler of cans for your take home pleasure, too. THE ATMOSPHERE // The space is decently sized, with a variety of regular and high-top tables, and a little makeshift bar near the ordering line. Inside they have a few TVs going, too, usually with sports on. Outside, they have additional seating that will probably fill up quickly once the weather warms up a bit. PARKING // parking is limited on their side of the street. The old Fulton bank is permanently shutdown, so people use the drive through lanes for parking, but there is a little lot right across the street for TF guests, and no one will block you in there.

Not a fan of their beer, but love the concept of the beer wall. It gives patrons the opportunity to…read moretaste multiple beers in sample sizes until you find the perfect one. Space is small, open kitchen, a shared community style high top in the middle surrounded by seating. Service was very friendly. My husband and I shared the Crap Dip. The portion sizes are shockingly huge! Everything we saw coming out of the kitchen could have been shared between 2+ people.

Finally made it back to Spring House...on a Saturday for early dinner…read more Used the dog porch on the right side. Service at the window was great. I see that Seven Gates Pale Ale made the year-round menu, very cool. I'm NA these days so I passed (sigh) but very glad to see this flagship beer in its rightful place. Two Butcher Platters were ordered. Well done! Everything on the platter was excellent. Brisket nicely sliced, not shredded. Two Smashburgers were ordered. Excellent flavor and two patties were very fulfilling. Well done. I'll add, get the sweet potato tots, amazing! I had chips as a side and they were also hard to beat. The doggie chicken was awesome...for the dog... Thanks Spring House, keep up the great work!

My dog and I stopped in on 3/25/2026 for lunch on the doggie deck. I first went in to use the…read morerestroom and let them know I would be sitting outside. I wish I had his name but the guy who took care of us the entire time was fantastic! He greeted us promptly, explained the process of ordering at the window and made sure we had everything we needed during our stay. I started with a 10 oz of their hazy IPA. I then had the pickle cheese curds which came with a dill ranch and the boneless old bay wings. My pup got the burger patty off the doggie menu and by the pictures you can tell he enjoyed it =) All of the food and beer was delicious. The process for ordering through the window is super easy. In an effort to keep the dogs safe, all of the plates, utensils and cups are plastic or another safe material when dining on the doggie deck. Overall, Reaper and I had a great experience. The bartender will remember Reaper so please let him know we said thank you for the great service last week!!

Happen to be in Lancaster for 24 hours and it's always fun to stop at The Fridge. It's on Mulberry…read moreStreet close to the corner of Harrisburg Avenue, tucked in behind the Lancaster Arts Hotel. Their selection of cans is not as large as it used to be in the early days, but I think that's because they actually have more taps now. So three of the refrigerators now have kegs in them rather than cans. They also still have a nice little food menu with pizzas and sandwiches and things and I hear that the edamame hummus is outstanding. In fact, my sister-in-law brought back two containers of it to go for a friend in Connecticut who loves it so much I actually bought a 12 pack of Lawson's Little Sip to go. They do have a small kind of tight parking lot to the right of their store, but otherwise you can usually find some street parking in the summer they have tables out front.

Found The Fridge after waking out of the Lancaster Arts Hotel where we were staying. This place is…read morea gem. Beer selection was outstanding and the prices were very reasonable considering the craft selections. We were heading to dinner later, but wanted to try some of the food. The French onion soup was outstanding. Probably one of the best I've ever had. The pizza was also solid and the perfect snack size. Definitely check this place out if you are in the area or staying at the Arts Hotel.