What to do and see in Lancaster, Pennsylvania (PA): The Best Food & Drink

August 27, 2021 Brain Ambrose

Pennsylvania Dutch country is a fascinating destination to explore. Visitors will get a glimpse of farm life as it was in the early 1800s. Visit markets and farm stores for homemade shoofly pie and fresh produce, or shop for a handmade quilt. President James Buchanan's elegant home, Wheatland, is no less historic but contrasts sharply to the simpler Pennsylvania Dutch heritage sites in Lancaster. Consider a side trip to nearby Hershey, home of Hershey Park and the Hershey chocolate factory.
Restaurants in Lancaster

1. Lancaster County Food Tours

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Lancaster County Food Tours

We offer 3 tours: "Market and Beyond" is a tour to explore the history and local tastes of downtown Lancaster. All culminating at the country's oldest farmer's market. "Chef's Table" tour is a culinary exploration to the finest restaurants downtown Lancaster has to offer. "Pub & Grub"This tour provides the best way to drink up the flavor of downtown Lancaster! Join us and walk to the best pubs for a drink and some grub.

2. Tuktuk Lancaster

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Tuktuk Lancaster

Explore Lancaster City while riding in a tuktuk -- an internationally inspired and unique three-wheeled electric vehicle. We offer City Overview Tours, Refugee Tours, and Food Tours (Brunch, Lunch, and Spoil Your Dinner). During the winter months, tours are by appointment only, weather permitting. See our website for details.

3. Red Rose Walking Food Tour

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Red Rose Walking Food Tour

Experience the Red Rose City of Lancaster PA during this 2 mile walk. Enjoy sampling food from some of the diverse eateries and visit the oldest running Central Market in the U.S. We introduce to the known and no so known historic figures, business deals and love stories from Lancaster. Recommended Parking on Orange Street & Prince Street.

4. loKal Experiences

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loKal Experiences

loKal experiences specializes in delivering truly authentic and unique tours throughout Lancaster County, PA. We guide people through urban and rural experiences, ranging from interactive engagement with the Amish (farm tours & sit down meals) to historical downtown Lancaster tours such as brewing history a restaurant tour, and everything in-between.

5. Lancaster Brewing Company

302 N Plum St, Lancaster, PA 17602-2402 +1 717-391-6258 [email protected] http://www.lancasterbrewing.com/
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Lancaster Brewing Company

We cook like we brew...craftsmanship and quality in every detail. From our housemade sausage and cured meats, to locally made cheeses, fresh dough, on-site garden, hand-cut fries and signature burger grind, there's no substitute for fresh, natural ingredients. Fortunate to be located in the heart of Lancaster County, among some of the richest farmland in the world, we're committed to fresh, local and sustainably grown products. Our menu changes often to take advantage of the seasons, and to utilize the fresh produce, dairy, poultry, cheeses and meats produced on the 5,300+ independent, family farms in Lancaster County. Our obsession for brewing great beer is matched by our passion for great, natural food, so we source our produce and meats from local Lancaster County farmers and prepare virtually everything on our menus from scratch. We smoke our pork, grind our sausage and hand-cut our fries.

Reviewed By SummerTimeTraveler - Atlantic City, United States

For our second visit we shared a flight of 6 beers, the short rib nachos, Bavarian pretzel and a mushroom pizza. Everything was fantastic and we even got some Double Chocolate Milk Stout to go. We love it here.

6. Thorn Hill Wine Tasting Store

1945 Fruitville Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601-3915 +1 717-299-3688 [email protected] http://thornhillvineyards.com/
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Thorn Hill Wine Tasting Store

7. Thistle Finch Distillery

417 W Grant St, Lancaster, PA 17603-3710 +1 717-478-8472 http://www.thistlefinch.com
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Thistle Finch Distillery

At Thistle Finch, we invite you to experience a hidden world where nostalgia and libations rule. Only a short walk away from the heart of downtown Lancaster, our tasting room provides a rustic yet elegant destination away from the distractions of modern life. Step back in time with a classic rye whiskey cocktail, indulge in one of our other specialty cocktails crafted from a unique range of house-made infusions, or enjoy free samples of our distinctive, small batch spirits. There are many ways to experience Thistle Finch—whether you are looking to learn about the history and process of distilling, searching for a new spot to go out with friends, taking a tour, or you just want to relax with a drink and some quiet conversation—we’ve got what you’re looking for.

8. Wacker Brewing Company

417 W Grant St, Lancaster, PA 17603-3710 +1 717-617-2711 [email protected] http://wackerbrewing.com/
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Wacker Brewing Company

Established in 1853. In the lead up to Prohibition, Lancaster city was known as the "Munich of the United States." During this time, the Wacker "Little Dutch" and "Old Bohemian" beers became synonymous with quality, local brew. Of the Big Four city breweries to go into Prohibition, Wacker was the only one to emerge but was no longer able to compete with the huge breweries in St. Louis and Milwaukee, Wacker Brewing Company closed in 1956. When the last of the beer in storage tanks was drained into the sewer, a unique chapter in Lancaster County's history came to a close. In 2014, Wacker Brewing Company was brought back to life by the great grandson of one of the original brewery's workers. We're focused on perfecting our craft and supplying Lancaster County with amazing "old style" beer. Stop by the brewery to get a growler fill or drop in to one of the local establishments serving our beer on tap. We're eager to hear what you think; after all, Wacker is "the beer you always loved!" free parking lot located across the street..

9. Fetish Brewing Company

201 Rock Lititz Blvd, Lancaster, PA 17543-1369 http://www.facebook.com/fetishbeer
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Fetish Brewing Company

10. Wit Beer Tours

Wit Beer Tours

Your Craft Brew Ed-Venture! The Premiere Craft Beer Tour Experience of Lancaster County. We provide safe, reliable, behind the scenes craft beer bus tours.

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