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Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Lancaster County

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Updated December 05, 2024

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4.9

4.9 (1365)

$31 to $50

Modern European

Lancaster

About the restaurant

The Story of Josephine’s
The story of Josephine’s begins during our executive chef Daniel LeBoon’s childhood. At eight years old, working for his father’s catering company, Daniel discovered a passion for food. This love — and undeniable talent — saw him intern at Philadelphia’s prestigious Le Bec-Fin. He went on to work in Paris at the venerable Hotel Vernet working under the renowned chef’s Alain Solvere and Alain Ducasse. In 2004, Daniel purchased Josephine’s in Marietta and developed an extremely loyal following based on the combination of great food, great atmosphere and great hospitality. Although Josephine’s closed in 2011, the name and the experiences are fondly remembered by countless people.

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AnneVIP

Dined 3 days ago

First time to Josephine’s for a Special dinner out before the holidays. Food and our server Nate were wonderful and we will return. One word of caution-happy hour at the bar is 4:30-6:30 and it was crowded and extremely noisy. The Hostess seated us next to the bar and we couldn’t hear ourselves talking. After returning to the hostess she moved us to a quieter table away from the bar area. Very accommodating and she totally agreed. Looking forward to returning

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Seared Sea Scallops

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Miso Chilean Sea Bass

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1533 Duck à L'orange

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Belvedere Inn Restaurant and Bar

4.8

4.8 (3959)

$31 to $50

American

Lancaster

About the restaurant

WELCOME TO THE BELVEDERE INN
The Belvedere Inn is an award-winning restaurant in Lancaster, PA, known for its delicious cuisine ranging from new age American to European styles as well as it’s elegant dining atmosphere. Come in, relax and have a great time. Enjoy our savory appetizers and entrees. Stop by for a cocktail after work or enjoy live jazz in our piano bar upstairs. There's something for everyone at The Belvedere, and our friendly staff will always make you feel welcome. We are committed to using the freshest local produce and organic ingredients from Lancaster County, plus unique foods from around the world. Join us anytime for dinner or drinks, and see what makes The Belvedere Inn such a unique dining experience in Lancaster City.

Please be aware, seating requests will be honored when possible, please call for special requests. For outdoor seating requests, please contact the restaurant directly.

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john

Dined 5 days ago

was very impressed with the atmosphere, service, and food.

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Yorgos Lancaster

4.7

4.7 (292)

$30 and under

Greek

Lancaster

About the restaurant

KEFI at Yorgos • YORGOS RESTAURANT & LOUNGE • LITTLE MYKONOS at Yorgos.

Call 717-394-6977 for reservations on the outdoor rooftop terrace (OPEN weather permitting/availability.)

KEFI, meaning “good humor,” our 2nd floor dining room features Greek and American cuisine. YORGOS RESTAURANT & LOUNGE (1st floor)—Casual pub fare, craft beer, cocktails. LITTLE MYKONOS (3rd floor)—Entertainment and rooftop terrace dining overlooking Lancaster city.

Yorgos Lancaster is located at the corner of Orange & Queen Street in Lancaster, Pa. Established in 1989 at the historic former site of Zimmerman’s. Yorgos serves lunch, dinner, and late-night fare 7 days a week, and breakfast on the weekends. They offer an extensive array of craft beers, cocktails, liquors, and a large wine and champagne selection for dinner.

Two exquisite venue options are available to accommodate large parties and events. Call to inquire about event and large dinner party availability, and rooftop terrace dining.

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Maribeth

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

Fantastic service, amazing food, got all the Greek specialties including Baklava for dessert, highly recommend!

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Bistro Barberet & Bakery

4.8

4.8 (1778)

$31 to $50

French

Lancaster

About the restaurant

Bistro Barberet & Bakery pays tribute to the beloved French bistro, where good food, good wine and better company commingle to create an unmistakable joie de vivre.
This restaurant presents a sweeping cinematic interpretation of the French lifestyle. It also offer some flawless brasserie classics like steak frites, escargots and Bouillabaise the menu is wide enough to please, while remaining true to the traditions that inspired it.

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Gary

Dined 1 day ago

Food was delicious, service was excellent, a really nice and memorable dining experience.

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Escargot GFONUTS

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Bouillabaise Royal GF

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Steak Frites GF

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Gibraltar Lancaster

4.8

4.8 (2327)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Lancaster

About the restaurant

Serving dinner outside on our beautiful patio, inside in our elegant dining rooms, and also offering curbside take-out. Gibraltar delivers thoughtfully prepared, ever changing and seasonally focused fare, sourcing the world’s finest wild caught fish and shellfish, prime and organic meats and local produce, emphasizing organic, sustainable and ethically cultivated products, all complimented by a well-rounded wine cellar, creative artisan cocktails and fresh local craft beer selection.

We offer three private dining rooms, perfect for dinner parties, private chef's dinners and special events. Easily accessible from the east, 2 miles off US 222, and from the west, 1 mile off US 30 and located just minutes from downtown Lancaster.

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JohnVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent experience all around. Little neck clams on the half shell were excellent and the portion generous. Our entrees, fettuccine with lobster and yellowfin tuna tataki, were well prepared and also of generous size, which meant, unfortunately, no room for dessert.

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4.8

4.8 (1299)

$31 to $50

European

Lancaster

About the restaurant

Casual Fine Dining…with Character
Life is made of the places you go and the people with whom you go there. C’est La Vie is a bistro that invites you to enjoy the small things in life, in the company of good friends. Our inviting, playful atmosphere along with our delicate yet satisfying cuisine makes for a place truly like no other. We invite you to experience everything C’est La Vie has to offer — and watch the world go by with us.
Artisanal, yet casual, and above all deeply enjoyable — that is the philosophy at the heart of our food. At C’est La Vie we craft both large and small plates meant to excite the senses and appeal to a wide range of tastes. As another way to pay tribute to life in Lancaster, we source our ingredients from the rich community of local farmers, butchers, and more. Discover our frequently changing menu.

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Deborah

Dined 2 days ago

The restaurant was decorated beautifully for the holiday season. Our server Carrie was excellent and the food was delicious

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4.7

4.7 (697)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Lancaster

About the restaurant

A luxury modern city steakhouse, located in Downtown Lancaster, PA

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Andrew

Dined 5 days ago

Fabulous food and service. Wonderful menu! Best oysters Rockefeller I ever ate. Steak just melted like butter

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4.8

4.8 (1995)

$50 and over

American

Leola

About the restaurant

The Log Cabin is an upscale restaurant specializing in fine farm-to-table cuisine, specialty cocktails and wines. The historic structure dates back more than 100 years and was once used as a Speakeasy before opening officially as a restaurant in 1933, after the Repeal of Prohibition. Since then, the Log Cabin has become a Lancaster County tradition, playing host to countless birthdays, anniversaries, business events and celebrations of all kinds.

For groups of 8 or more people, please contact the restaurant to discuss personalized seating and menu options.

717-626-9999 | info@logcabin1933.com

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Steven

Dined 3 days ago

The food was excellent and the atmosphere is very relaxed and inviting. The Log Cabin is our go to place for excellence and relaxation. Pricey but worth it on special occasions.

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Sticky Toffee Pudding

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Blackened Salmon Fillet "Oscar"

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French Onion Soup

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4.8

4.8 (933)

$31 to $50

Italian

Leola

About the restaurant

Enjoy the casual, rustic Italian cuisine of Osteria Avanti, with indoor & outdoor seating available.

Whether you dine outside on our tree lined seasonal patio or in the warm & cozy atmosphere of our intimate dining room and sophisticated bar, you’re sure to enjoy Osteria Avanti.

Experience Chef ’s carefully selected menu featuring fresh local ingredients, with herbs & produce grown in Chef's garden.
Craft beers, IPAs, specialty cocktails and an impressive wine list are also available.
Osteria is a perfect place for a night out with your significant other or a nice dinner with friends.

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Eileen

Dined 4 days ago

Welcomed by Kyle who mixed excellent drinks and answered questions about menu. Emily provided great attention and timed service well. Enjoyed salmon, fillets and lamb chops. Highly recommend.

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Shrimp Linguine

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JB Dawson's Restaurant & Bar - Lancaster

4.7

4.7 (1064)

$30 and under

American

Lancaster

About the restaurant

At J.B. Dawson's, we strive for excellence in our food, service and atmosphere. Our high quality menu begins by... using the freshest ingredients, like our hand cut steaks, fresh ground hamburgers, fresh seafood and home made soups, sauces,dressings and desserts.

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Cheryl

Dined 7 days ago

This was our first visit and we will definitely be back! The food was delicious and the service was terrific. Many different options for all types of eaters and a large cocktail menu too.

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