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).

Dang it Lancaster, you have everything and more, for us foodies. First time at Lemon Street…read moreMarket, but was on my radar for quite some time. Wowee... this place has everything and lots to explore, though a tad pricey. I don't even know where to start and how to end, cause there's so much going on. There's interesting local produce (crazy looking mushrooms, colorful beets/carrots/gourds/squash, shallots, tumeric, onions, potatoes and much more). In the mood for something hot? LSM has a smallish coffee bar, with ample offerings. Their to go refrigerated section has vegan/gluten free offerings: salads, soups, bowls, sandwiches. Upstairs, takes you to every grain imaginable, spices galore, local cheese/dairy/meat/pickles, frozen goods, cereals, stocks, sauces, juices (too much to list and remember). Additionally, there's a laundry section (unscented products), aromatherapy and homemade gifts.

Our go to place when we visit Lancaster! Fresh items and the best raw milk in town. Love the fresh…read morebaked breads and rolls too. Great atmosphere!

In our family, the name Cherry Hill Farm is legendary thanks to the regular deliveries to us from…read morehere when my father in law would drive in to visit. Now that we all live nearby, the luster is off the pumpkin for me, just a bit...I guess I can't get over an employee telling me they'd never heard of strawberry pie, while also disclosing that they don't bake their own pies. That said they have a great array of produce, sweets, and plants...and I wish the cider was filtered and pasteurized so I wouldn't have to dump puffed up 2 day old bottles.

Cherry Hill hosted a fall field trip for the kindergarteners from Nitrauer Elementary School…read more Apples and cider donuts were a delicious treat and choosing pumpkins made the event so fun for all the kiddos. A hayride around the farm and orchards and meeting a goat named Oreo was a big highlight. Thanks for all the fall fun!

In season this place has great produce. I got 5 different kinds ... corn, cauliflower cabbage,…read morecarrots and onions .... 9 DOLLARS!!!!

Great prices, great produce, great service... the corn I got was fantastic, the peaches were…read moreperfect, and I can't wait to try the fall produce when the season change

Been getting their veggie box from fresh direct for years. High quality, affordable, easy access to…read morelocal organic veg. Love Lancaster! Highly recommend.

This is a scam. 100% Scam. They tricked us by convincing us they were having samples and then…read morecharged us for the "samples" They also over charge for their CSA. NOT WORTH IT!! THIS IS A SCAM!!! DO NOT BUY!! GO SOMEWHERE ELSE

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

Large fresh produce stand with just about anything you could want or need. The stand is pretty…read moreprominent in the Lancaster Central Market. Check the smaller stands to compare prices and offerings, but you'll definitely find something well priced here on your list. Produce is fresh and the workers at the stand are eager to help. It does get busy, but they'll get to you quickly. Worth the short wait.

Their produce is so amazing , and the service is always very friendly. The man helping me out gave…read moreme a dollar off my plantains because I was buying so many, and the price of the Avocados was spectacular for this area.

Currently three weeks into our summer CSA and we have been so very impressed by this organization…read more Their mission is solid and their commitment to education and organic farming can be seen in every person who devotes their time to this farm. We've enjoyed picking our own peas, flowers, and berries so far this season. Our two children have enjoyed being able to pick produce right from the field and the ability to learn about the creatures that live in the fields as well. Would recommend this organization to everyone.

From the owner: The farm is a Community Supported Agriculture Program (CSA) that provides weekly harvested food…read morethat is grown without chemicals. We practice sustainable growing that enriches the soil and produces food that is more nutritious, tastes better, and lasts longer!

A local farm/event space in Lancaster that offers seasonal activities and also holds weddings…read more I've only visited once and visited for their Sunflower Festival which included sunflower fields, live music, food, wine tastings and activities for kids. The entrance ticket costs about $15 and includes the opportunity to enjoy all of the above and one sunflower stem. Additional stems were about a dollar extra I believe. Since I don't have kids I didn't partake in any of the kids activities so I thought ticket price was a bit steep but if you have kids and hang around for longer it would be more worth it. The appeal for me was that this sunflower field was much less crowded than others in Bucks and Montgomery counties so more pleasant and safer in the time of COVID. We stuck around and ate and listened to music. The food menu is average...basic burgers, fries, soda, etc.

This is a cute little farm that's good at what it does; and what it does is provide family fun…read more My relatives in the area suggested this place, mostly due to it being one of very few public farms in the area. Right now they're running their autumnal festivities which include a pumpkin patch hayride, a corn maze and their year round animal exhibits. Strangely enough I'm impressed with their pumpkin selections since they have a few different varieties and not just the typical big orange pumpkins you find everywhere else. Their maze is about on par with other corn mazes. My only issue is that the line in the market gets insane when the hayrides drop off there after the pumpkin patch. This is a huge bottle neck which is a big pain and should be addressed. Aside from that this place is a nice way to spend an autumn day and buy some delicious farm goods.

This was a very cute shop with a big variety of spices and teas. I ended up buying some gifts and…read moresome tea for myself. Staff were friendly and gave a helpful explanation of the stores layout.

Shockingly expensive, and prices are not marked so unless you ask, you won't know how hard you're…read morebeing hit until you get to the cash register. That said, all of their tea and spice offerings are superb, and the atmosphere, service, and ambiance are without compare.