Happen to be in Lancaster for 24 hours and it's always fun to stop at The Fridge. It's on Mulberry Street 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. read more

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Found The Fridge after waking out of the Lancaster Arts Hotel where we were staying. This place is a 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. read more

This was the perfect place for a pizza snack. Thin and crispy bar pies. The white pie was very bland but the margherita was tasty. We are not beer aficionados but we enjoyed our two lagers. Comfortable seating and a chill vibe. read more

The pizza here is such a great balance of crisp and chewy. The cheeses are fresh and flavorful. The craft beer selection is fun. What a solid option for a relaxed date or hang out. The mini cupcakes at the register are delightful as well. Get one. You know you want to. read more

Good food and a wide selection of beer and cider, on tap and to go (they have many cans to go from different companies that aren't on tap here, and sometimes things on tap that aren't in cans here). I appreciate the guest taps of cider as a gluten-sensitive person. They usually have 6 or so flavors of canned cider, too. However, their cans and food are expensive -- $21 for the allergen-friendly pizza I'd prefer to order, $12/3 tacos, $4-6/12-oz can, etc. It's usually crowded and loud, but we've never had to wait for a table. read more

The edamame hummus is killer and I really loved my sandwich. Service and staff were lovely and the vibes are immaculate.

This is a Big "no" for me. I'm being generous with my two star review. The $15 small italian sub/hand held (smaller than Subway's half size), skimped on meats/cheese, greens drenched in balsamic aioli - made for an unforgettable, costly meal. If you love beer, this may be the place for you, but if you're hungry; I suggest you look elsewhere. read more

I would come here again. We loved it. Best veggie pizza I ever ate. My sister said same thing. Weird, but it works! Plenty of drinks to choose from... a whole fridge to pick from.. lol Bacon popcorn is weird, but we couldn't stop eating it even though we were like... hmm... Very helpful staff!! Cool old antique stove and cool decor vibes. read more

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Very good thin crust pizza and cool chill place. Self service to clear tables, and order at the counter, but small place so works out just fine. Right by the stadium and a good place to start a night. Large selection of beers; however 'the fridge' was half empty the night we went which was disappointing. Overall a good place though which I will return to. read more

I definitely will come back. Very dog friendly since they have outdoor dining. Also they are vegan friendly. Great pizza ! Only one thing is I was looking for the "partner" of pizza and beer which is chicken wings, but they don't have that. However, still will come back for their pizza! read more

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Excellent, best roast vegetables sandwich I've had. Large beer selection I recommend highly! read more

We came here for a quick bit to eat, on Black Friday. You order at the counter, receive a number, and then your food is brought to the table. I wasn't super hungry, so I ordered the Brussels sprouts, which were delicious! My friends ordered pizza, and while I did not try any, they said it was delicious. Low key vibe, but good food. Overall I recommend! read more

Just have to update my review to commend The Fridge for adapting their business to meet COVID guidelines, enforce the rules and make their guest feel safe. All tables have been removed from inside. They have an employee standing by the fridge to get your beer for you. The tables in the outside tented areas are spatially distanced and QR code's on each table. Food purchase is required at some point during your stay. read more

The Fridge - Cremini & Portabella Mushrooms, Kale, Gruyere, Garlic Oil - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Great food, great service and great beer selection! Nice corner spot for casual bite.

The food here is phenomenal and always good. Our biggest problem over the past few months is the beer selection. This used to be a destination spot for the draft beer and can selection. Sometimes we'd spend a while just trying to decide what to get. Anymore, the coolers are about 1/4 filled and it's all generic beer, nothing unique. I think the local Sheetz has a better beer selection. We used to stop here very regularly but have since cut way back because the beer selection here sucks anymore. Their website menu is also never up to date which is really annoying to show up to get something to eat, just to find out they don't have it. We will keep stopping back in to eat but it will be less and less unfortunately. read more

Sad state of affairs at the Fridge these days. I get the slacker vibe, but the people behind the counter are supposed to actually be working right? There was a time when all of the coolers were full with interesting beers and each one was even turned so you could see the labels. Now they're well under 1/2 filled now and aren't even too interesting. Service is abysmal, food took forever despite being barely occupied and even then our order was wrong. They did credit back a hit dog for the delay, but overall sad - especially compared to what it once was (or to any other bars or restaurants). Oh, and no woodstove in the main area anymore!! Total bummer!!! read more

A strong 4.25. I've been stopping in here for the better part of 6 years when I'm in town from Virginia and have always loved this spot as a "beer guy". It's a cool cozy space to grab beer to go, have a pour and some food. When it's cold out, they've got some wood stoves fired up to warm up. The draft list is always well managed. They've always got a healthy selection of IPAs, stouts, porters, etc. most of which are local to the PA area. They even manage to get a few Hill Farmstead taps from time to time. My one gripe are the price points on can singles to go are absurd. There is a great selection but the prices per can are painful. The craft IPA/DIPAs that id be interested in leaving with range from $7-$12...per can! Good for them if they have no trouble getting those cans out the door relatively fresh but that markup is just too much. Anyhow, I'm there for the draft nowadays which is always rotating and tasteful. You can even get a flight. I'll see you guys next visit! read more

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Come for the wide range of beer selections and enjoy a decent pizza while you are at it.

Stumbled upon this gem of a place when staying right next door at the Lancaster Arts Hotel while on a college visit with my son. With an eclectic, yet simple menu and outstanding beer selection, The Fridge piqued my curiosity; the experience for me and my 17yo exceeded already lofty expectations. A memorable outing, one I hope to replicate in the future. read more

The crab dip wasn't the greatest. The pizza was a pleasant surprise though. Laid back atmosphere with a mix of young and old. Beer selection on draft isn't superb (10 selections) but the coolers are well-stocked. Most of the staff was kind, one was unpleasant. read more

The Fridge was our every Sunday lunch spot for the past 2 years but over the past 6 months the "fridge" has been empty. Not sure what is going on but the beer selection is non existent compared to previous years. I really hope things turn around because the food is still really good and we enjoy the atmosphere. read more

Excellent spot to explore craft beers. I used to live down the street and would walk over to pick up mix and matched six packs. It's a great spot in town for lunch as well. They have a roasted veggie sandwich with delicious avocado hummus that is to die for! The location is small but has indoor and outdoor seating. Great little spot. read more

The Fridge - Mix and match 6 pack - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

I went to the fridge for the first time on a Friday afternoon to meet friends and loved it! Super fun atmosphere and I have never seen so many beers in one place locally. Beers are organized by location which is so fun. They also had ciders--I recommended the Blueberry cider--and cocktails. They have a small food menu that includes personal pizzas and mini cupcakes from Lancaster cupcake. Vegan options too! There is some outdoor seating as well which would be nice on a warm day. When we first arrived around 3 it was very quiet but definitely picked up during happy hour. I really enjoyed the experience and I'm looking forward to going back! read more

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The Fridge is a fantastic hangout place. Pizzas, hotdogs and lots of craft and imported beers. What more could you ask for. When you arrive, there's parking on the right side of the building otherwise it's street parking. You can order any of their fabulous pizzas or just grab a fresh slice. Pick your favourite beverage out of the Fridge. Pay or run a tab. Don't forget to enjoy. read more

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The Fridge has a wonderful and fun vibe- the perfect place to hangout with numerous beers and delicious and simple food. Their draft list is amazing! read more

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Fanatastic! What a great beer selection and they have food that I can eat since I am not a carnivore. That combination is really hard to find. Love the flatbread pizza. The vegan burger was the best I have ever had! The staff is super helpful about beer selection and we really enjoyed talking to the owner. Ambiance is perfect....on the small side which is my preference. Wish we lived closer! read more

Fun place. Nice people. Good beer. Chill. But speaking of chill, you cannot refrigerate fresh mozzarella. It toughens it. If you're unaware of this issue, order a pizza here, and when you confront leathery, chewy cheese, you'll understand what happened. read more

This was such a cool place with a great selection of beer! The pizzas were absolutely delicious though the popcorn left a lot to be desired. The spice on the popcorn was bland and flat. Overall I can't wait to go back! read more

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I love this charming little spot! It's a little small but with lots of tables and a small patio with outdoor seating. They have several fridges that you can browse through for bottles of hundreds of types of beer and cider. (My favorite is Dirty Little Freak, a vanilla bean lager with a dark flavor that isn't too bitter.) In addition, they serve the most delicious pizza. It's thin crust with several varieties including chicken, kale, mushroom, ricotta... the list is endless. The pizza is very flavorful, but sits out and doesn't taste super fresh unless you order a pizza that has just run out and is being made. Either way, still very good. The prices are all reasonable-bottles are around $4-5, and pizza slices are around $3. Bonus! There was something wrong with my slice of pizza, so they made me a whole new pizza and gave me the whole thing! They were super friendly and helpful. read more

The Fridge - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Amazing beer selection and chill vibes. Excellent food, excited to come back and try more. Great place for lunch and a drink just to relax. Almost has a coffee lounge feel to it. Don't have kids but saw a decent amount there so kid friendly for anyone that was wondering. read more

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My 4 stars are for their beer collection. For Food - I would say they do not have alot of choice. But again this place is known for their beer collection. From what I was told their collections change based on seasons. I am a huge fan of Hefeweizen and it being May 13th they were barely carrying any fruity beers as yet. It was Mother's Day and we took hike to The Fridge to celebrate after exploring other side of Lancaster. The staff is extremely helpful and provided great customer service. In beer husband and I ordered Collusion; where as daughter ordered Blueberry Shandy. We picked 6 pack mix and match on our way out. In food we ordered Portobello mushrooms flat bread pizza. Husband and I liked it. Daughter not so much. Like I said this place is good for beer collection but a little pricey and limited choice for food. read more

The Fridge - Portbella Mushroom Flatbread pizza - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Atlanta needs a place like this. But noooo Lancaster gets it! It isn't quite a bar. Isn't quite a sit down pizza joint. Isn't quite a carry out. But it is wonderful. The show stopper is the beer and cider selection. Not just local brews but from all over the country. Hands down the best cider selection I have ever seen. You can pop open a bottle and hang out with the nice staff or grab it to go (wish you could ship!). Pizza is very good and a great gluten free option for the hubby. You can tell they enjoy good beer and cider and if you need help can point you in the right direction. This and Root's farmers market are my must do's when in the area. read more

We're from out of town but it seems like bad service is a thing in this city. The service at this place was not friendly to say the least. We felt like we were bothering them. The manager (maybe owner?) welcomed us but the girl behind the counter seemed preoccupied, even when we talked directly to her. Pizza was decent but if someone asked me if I'd go back I'd prefer to try somewhere else. This place would probably be a last resort. If you're looking for a wide variety of drinks they've got you covered so I'm guessing that's what all the good reviews are from. read more

The Fridge - Mushroom and BBQ Pizza - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Love everything about this place!!! Awesome vibes and great food. I really like the people who work here too. Very inclusive vibes all around which is a nice change of pace in this area read more

Great spot to grab a beer. There's a massive fridge with a hefty selection of craft beers in bottles or cans and you take your pick and bring it up to the counter. There's also usually 4-6 beers on tap, as well as some fresh flat bread pizzas and tacos or sandwiches of the night. Great atmosphere and cool place overall. read more

The Fridge - Great beer from CO - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Great atmosphere, food, and brews. Just a good chill vibe and happy folks everywhere you look! read more

The Fridge - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Man their waffles are the best in Lancaster. Although I would rather eat their tacos and pizza. Recently after an article was ran by the local newspaper discussing issues faced by Covid certain people whom have not eaten or even visited are writing negative reviews, accused of being racist, accusing the owner of being a Bono look alike and even damaging their outdoor tent... we've lived a block away and have been regulars for years. If anything the Fridge is welcoming to all. They have gone steps beyond to be Covid safe and some people may not like this. If this is you go eat somewhere else. Kevin the owner said it best I will not be taking down negative reviews or engaging them, those who know us know who we are. This is so true and it's just sad that certain people would rather try to disrupt other people's lives by writing negative reviews. You want good beer, great food and a friendly staff then head to there. If it's your first time let them know so they can show you the ropes and help you out!! read more

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The pizza was great. I got a margherita, which was crispy and cheesy and delicious. The space at The Fridge was nice, and I liked that they've added more outdoor-type space. It wasn't a huge deal for us, but we did have to wait about 50 minutes for one pizza and an hour for the other, so I wouldn't recommend this if you're on a tight timeline. read more

The pizza is not really pizza, but that isn't necessarily a bad thing. It's incredibly thin and crisp, to the point where it's really more of a flatbread, but the toppings are fresh and flavorful, which is what really counts. Definitely worthwhile food as food. I'm not an expert on alcohol (I honestly don't really care much for beer) but there were certainly a lot of options, and I was pleased to be able to choose from a few different ciders, including one that's not over-the-top sweet in the way so many ciders are. read more

Four stars for the beer selection, two stats for having literally zero things for me to eat. I like this place. Clean, fresh looking, good location, great prices. I'll def come back with friends. The beer selection was the best I've seen in the Lancaster area. Like truly awesome. I suggested to the truly sweet people working there to carry a dairy free selection for those of us who can't consume said products. She said this wasn't the first request and that they are now considering it. Please do! It's brand new - I'm eager to see which direction it heads. read more