Best Restaurants in Lancaster PA

Key Takeaways: A Culinary Guide to Lancaster, PA

• A Premier Dining Destination: Discover why Lancaster is a must-visit for foodies, featuring a blend of world-class fine dining, traditional Pennsylvania Dutch smorgasbords, and nationally recognized, award-winning chefs.
• Iconic Local Staples: Savor scratch-made traditions at Miller’s Smorgasbord — a local landmark since 1929 — and enjoy signature smoked meat, local dishes and artisan brews at the Smokehouse at Plain & Fancy, located right on the AmishView property.
• Nationally Acclaimed Eateries: Explore a landscape of restaurants honored by the James Beard Foundation, the New York Times, and USA Today, ranging from romantic hotspots to innovative, farm-to-table kitchens.
• Enjoy the “best complimentary breakfast in the area” at AmishView Inn, featuring farm-fresh, made-to-order items paired with stunning views of the surrounding Amish countryside.

One of the best experiences you’ll have when staying at AmishView Inn & Suites is the fantastic food during your stay. Our complimentary breakfast buffet is served fresh each morning so that you’ll be able to start the day off with a full stomach before going about your daily adventures. Many local eateries use authentic Amish-grown ingredients in their dishes, which is why you’ll find some of the best restaurants in Lancaster PA. 

Smokehouse at Plain & Fancy

During your vacation, plan a night to stop into the locally owned Smokehouse at Plain & Fancy located just outside the lobby doors of our Lancaster hotel. You’ll love the signature house-made sauce options that are on each table. Order a round of smoked wings or a rack of ribs which are both local favorites and pair it with an artisan brew on draft. Looking for more local dishes? Consider our pork schnitzel or ham balls. Even if you don’t have time to sit and dine, grab an order to go and bring it back to your room to relax after a long day out! 

Miller’s Smorgasbord

One of the best buffet restaurants in Lancaster PA is Miller’s Smorgasbord as they serve meals made from scratch. They have been a Lancaster County staple since 1929! They are still locally owned and operated. When you genuinely want to taste the flavor of the Lancaster County dishes, this American fare eatery should be your go-to on Lancaster vacation. The restaurant offers full traditional smorgasbord buffet with house-made baked goods and desserts as well as their lighter Soup and Salad Smorgasbord. We suggest trying the traditional smorgasbord where you’ll have access to everything including homemade soups; carving station with 3 meats; Golden Fried Chicken; Baked Cabbage and more! you’ll have so many options. The restaurant is located at The Shoppes at Miller’s where you can get hand-stitched Amish-made quilts, MIller’s Bakery baked goods and mementos of your trip. Plus Miller’s is just minutes from American Music Theatre, Sight & Sound Theatre and all the attractions on Route 30.

Other Restaurants

There is a wide variety of award-winning locally owned restaurants in Lancaster County especially in downtown Lancaster City.

Here a few great award-winning Lancaster Restaurants to try out:

• Belvedere Inn won a spot in the top 100 romantic restaurants on Open Table in 2024 and 2025.
• Luca is home to chef Nathan Flaim, a semifinalist for the James Beard Best Chef Mid-Atlantic Category for 2026.
• Passerine was recognized by the NYTimes as one of the best restaurants in America in 2024.
• Miller’s Smorgasbord was recognized the USA Today 10Best as one of the top buffets in the US.
• The Log Cabin has held the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence since 2025. With art gallery, live music, outdoor dining space, and long history, this is perfect place for a romantic dinner. Let the front desk at AmishView know that you are planning to go for a special offer.

It can be fun to try out the specials in Downtown Lancaster during the annual Restaurant Week. Beer lover? Check out the different craft breweries that offer dining as well or consider taking a Craft Brew Tour. Looking for additional suggestions, ask our front desk but be sure to them know what type of food you are looking for.

Book Your Stay in Lancaster at AmishView 

When staying at AmishView, you’ll be able to enjoy the complimentary hearty breakfast buffet, before heading out to explore Amish Country. This buffet features oatmeal, country potatoes, made to order waffles, made to order eggs, and other farm fresh items. No matter which of our gorgeous hotel rooms you choose for your stay in Lancaster, you’ll delight in beautiful views of the Amish farms that surround you while looking out your window or the window in the Great Room. You’ll enjoy an intimate getaway with your loved ones out in the country away from the city. It’s never too early to start planning your getaway to our peaceful town of Lancaster, PA. Give us a call at 1-866-735-1600.