Best Casual Restaurants in Lancaster

19 restaurants available nearby

1. C'est La Vie

4.8

Exceptional(1279)

Price: Expensive

• European • Lancaster

Booked 24 times today

Casual Fine Dining…with CharacterLife 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.

2. The Exchange

4.6

Exceptional(934)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lancaster

Booked 26 times today

A high-energy cocktail lounge amidst the Lancaster sky, The Exchange redefines your view of this historic yet Hip City. We are a 21+ establishment after 4pm. You must present a valid physical ID at the door.Sip from an extensive craft cocktail menu complemented by thoughtful wine & local beer selection; savor a menu of inventive small plates by Chef Ryan McQuillan; and socialize at the The Exchange: Your favorite gathering place.RESERVATIONS: Reservations are encouraged during peak times and weekends. Walk-ins are welcomed on a first come, first serve basis. If you're looking to make a reservation, please find us on OpenTable, or call during business hours.INCLEMENT WEATHER: Please be aware that outdoor seating is not guaranteed; your reservation is subject to cancellation in any case of severe weather or unsafe wind conditions on the roof. If we are unable to move your reservation inside, we will contact you.

3. Plough

4.4

Awesome(978)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lancaster

Booked 28 times today

A modern-American dining experience in the heart of historic Lancaster City, Plough pays homage to Lancaster’s rich heritage while embracing modernity. Chef Ryan McQuillan’s creatively prepared dishes incorporate local ingredients sourced from the region’s lush farmlands and oldest running Farmers’ Market in the country. With handcrafted cocktails and spirits, wines by the glass selected from an extensive wine wall, and pints with local flair, Plough brings a new-age taste of Lancaster to the table.

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4. Altana Rooftop Lounge

4.5

Awesome(686)

Price: Expensive

• American • Lancaster

Booked 9 times today

An evening at Altana is a night of comfortable conversation and refreshing libation in the ultimate urban escape. Indulge in the beautiful view of Lancaster City on our rooftop lounge while enjoying our refined selection of drinks and refreshments. Experience Altana, a relaxed and modern lounge. Elevate your evening at Altana, our downtown destination for the luxury nightlife experience.Inclement weather: We have indoor seating located on our 3rd floor. As the seasons change, if you prefer to sit indoors, Please let us know.We look forward to serving you! Thank you!

5. Yorgos Lancaster

4.8

Exceptional(291)

Price: Moderate

• Greek • Lancaster

Booked 1 time today

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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6. Cork & Cap Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(1482)

Price: Expensive

• American • Lancaster

Booked 17 times today

Fresh food & fresh vision come together at Cork & Cap Restaurant. Our guiding tenet is simple yet uncompromising: use local ingredients and made-from-scratch, no-nonsense recipes. Our dishes pay homage to the rural heritage of Lancaster County, all with an extra pinch of creative license. Think Pennsylvania Dutch comfort food with a contemporary, cosmopolitan twist. Dine in plush leather banquettes alongside restored brick and stone walls, lounge in the Cork & Cap’s rustic bar area, or enjoy seasonal outdoor dining on our patio around Urban Place’s signature smokestack.

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7. Iron Hill Brewery - Lancaster

4.4

Awesome(3327)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lancaster

Booked 32 times today

Welcome to Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant, where you'll find fine handcrafted beers, creative yet informal cuisine, and friendly, attentive service in a casual, upscale atmosphere. We're passionate about producing distinctive, full-flavored handcrafted beers, accompanied by fresh–from–scratch New American cuisine in a comfortable, casual atmosphere. Our goal has always been to provide food and beer that is inspired, consistently crafted and presented by a knowledgeable and courteous service staff.

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8. Gibraltar Lancaster

4.8

Exceptional(2307)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Lancaster

Booked 27 times today

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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9. JB Dawson's Restaurant & Bar - Lancaster

4.7

Exceptional(1059)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lancaster

Booked 21 times today

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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10. Champagne Sunday Brunch at Eden Resort

4.0

Excellent(150)

Price: Expensive

• Breakfast • Lancaster

Booked 2 times today

Our non-holiday Champagne Sunday Brunch is currently open on the first and third Sunday of every month and all December Sundays before Christmas. If you are unable to reserve on OpenTable, call 717.560.8439. For information on how to reserve our Holiday Brunch/Feast, visit EdenResort.com/brunch.

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Ann
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Delicious once again; one of our favorite places. Thank you.
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C'est La ViePrice: Expensive• European• Lancaster
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4.8
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Liz
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
From the moment my best friend and I walked through the door, the customer service was amazing. Staffing were kind, the server was very thorough, kind, and fast paced. Our experience was amazing and will be returning again very soon!
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The ExchangePrice: Moderate• American• Lancaster
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4.6
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Lisa
Philadelphia County •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Wonderful dining experience at Kefi, 2nd floor restaurant at Yorgos. Service was terrific, never felt rushed, just attentive. Food was delicious. Three of us split the Greek sampler, which was perfect. Highly recommend the avgolemono soup. We had lamb chops, scallops and a gyro platter. Lamb chops were cooked to perfection, scallops were tasty and had a lovely presentation, and the gyro platter fully satisfied that person's craving for Greek food. Ambiance was pleasant, not too loud, not too quiet, with acoustic guitar background music. I recognized at least one piece as being from Ottmar Liebert's Nouveau Flamenco album.
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Yorgos LancasterPrice: Moderate• Greek• Lancaster
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4.8
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garyvip
Philadelphia County •26 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We celebrated our wedding anniversary during our first visit to Altana. The dining room was beautifully decorated for the Christmas holidays and our waiter Yaya made us feel right at home. We started with drinks, followed by a Caesar salad along with the chicken pot pie and shrimp scampi meals. Everything was delicious. Will definitely be back and look forward to going to the rooftop restaurant when things warm up.
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Altana Rooftop LoungePrice: Expensive• American• Lancaster
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4.5
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Brianna
Philadelphia County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 Nov 2024
I chose here for my birthday dinner and it was such a great choice! L was so tentative and cared for all of our needs. I would definitely go back!
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PloughPrice: Moderate• American• Lancaster
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4.4

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19 restaurants available nearby

1. C'est La Vie

2. The Exchange

3. Plough

4. Altana Rooftop Lounge

5. Yorgos Lancaster

6. Cork & Cap Restaurant

7. Iron Hill Brewery - Lancaster

8. Gibraltar Lancaster

9. JB Dawson's Restaurant & Bar - Lancaster

10. Champagne Sunday Brunch at Eden Resort

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