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Quick StatsBest Pizza
- My Place Pizzeria
- Papa John's Pizza
Best Breakfast
- Lyndon City Line Diner
- Wish You Were Here
Best Wings
- Bendee's Irish Pub
- Lancaster Dispensing Co.
Best Place to Take Your Parents
- Gibraltar
- John J. Jeffries
- Strawberry Hill
College Prowler Take
Students relish exploring the off-campus dining opportunities. Whether or not they have a car, students seem to find new gems and old favorites with ease. Food in Lancaster is a serious business for Franklin & Marshall students, and some of the restaurants can compete with top places from New York or Philly! Lancaster seems to have a limitless supply of small, charming restaurants, as well as a fully-stocked range of major restaurant chains. The variety is never ending, and you can always find a new place to explore both near campus and downtown. Health conscious and picky eaters will have an easy time finding food by venturing off campus to one of the many unique Lancaster eateries. Pizza, Chinese, and sushi restaurants have free delivery to campus and the surrounding area. The local diners, such as the Lyndon Diner and Waffle House, have become student favorites during “reading days” for the bottomless coffee cups and all-night hours.
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F&MVM says: Franklin & Marshall College 2013 Other  |
There is actually a large variety...
There is actually a large variety of restaurants, pubs, and bars off campus. Most of them are located away from campus, but it may not be more than a 10- to 15-minute walk. I suggest walking because parking is scarce in Lancaster. However, there are also three or four nice restaurants located directly on campus, including Iron Hill and Doc Holiday's.
Off-Campus Dining: March 08, 2009
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F&MRC says: Franklin & Marshall College 2013 Business |
There is a surprising amount of...
There is a surprising amount of good restaurants for such a small city. Additionally, you can get good food for low prices or enjoy fine dining.
Off-Campus Dining: March 05, 2009
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gsscout7 says: Franklin & Marshall College 2013 Business |
there's hardly anything in lancaster
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There aren't any places for students to go with other students besides iron hill, if you're willing to drop 20 bucks on a meal. The food's worth it if you order right. In Lancaster though, the food is low rent and gross, or good for 30-40 bucks a meal--so basically students only eat there on parents weekend. Overall, Lancaster is not a very welcoming friendly city, and definitely not a great place to eat.
Off-Campus Dining: November 13, 2009
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Anonymous says: |
Tokyo Diner for sushi lovers like...
Tokyo Diner for sushi lovers like me! I also like Isaac’s, Panera, Doc’s, Papa John’s, My Place, and of course, Waffle House if you’re just coming from the frats! |
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My friends and I are big on...
My friends and I are big on desserting since it can get expensive to eat in off-campus restaurants, but we still want to get out and enjoy the town and the different atmospheres. We’ll go out just for dessert so our cost is a little more reasonable. There are so many interesting places to go downtown. Literally, the best thing to do is just wander until you find an atmosphere that suits you. |
FactsStudent Favorites
- Dosie Dough
- Iron Hill Brewery
- Prince Street Café
Other Places to Check Out
- Annie Bailey's Irish Pub and Restaurant
- Bar & Restaurant
- Carlos & Charlie's
- Loft Restaurant
- My Place Pizzeria
- Senorita Burrita
- Taco Bell
- TGI Friday's
24-Hour Dining
- Eat 'n Park
- Lyndon City Line Diner
- Waffle House
Grocery Stores
Weis Market
1700 Fruitville Pike
(717) 397-8127
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Restaurant Listing
Blue Pacific Sushi Grill
Japanese
1500 Oregon Pike, Lancaster
(717) 393-9727
www.bluepacificrestaurant.com
Price: $7-$25
Sushi bar, banquet rooms
Hours: Monday–Thursday 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Friday–Saturday 11 a.m.–11 p.m., Sunday 3:30 p.m.–10 p.m.
Doc Holliday's
Steak, ribs
931 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster
(717) 397-3811
www.dhollidays.com
Price: $8-$27
Right across the street from school! Also, the bar is an excellent student hangout for after dinner.
Hours: Daily 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
Dosie Dough
323 West Lemon St., Lancaster
(717) 392-6402
Accepts Ben Bucks, great coffee
Fenz Restaurant and Late Night
398 Harrisburg Ave., Lancaster
(717) 735-6999
www.fenzrestaurant.com
Awesome bar, awesome food and drinks
Hours: Monday–Saturday Evenings, Sundays Private Parties
Friendly's
American
1515 Oregon Pike, Lancaster
(717) 393-3369
www.friendlys.com
Price: $6-$12
Fabulous ice cream and dessert options
Hours: Daily 7 a.m.–11 p.m.
Gibraltar
Seafood, fine dining
931 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster
(717) 397-2790
www.gibraltargrille.com
Price: $18-$32
Right across from the school, Gibraltar's is the perfect place to take your parents when you want a really posh experience without any driving
Hours: Monday–Thursday 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 5 p.m.–10 p.m., Friday 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 5 p.m.–11 p.m., Saturday 5 p.m.–11 p.m., Sunday 4:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Iron Hill Brewery
Bar food to Steak & Seafood
781 Harrisburg Ave., Lancaster
(717) 291-9800
www.ironhillbrewery.com
In the new College Row apartment buildings, very accessible
Hours: Monday–Sunday 11:00 a.m. to Close
Isaac's Restaurant & Deli
Sandwiches, salads
1559 Manheim Pike, Lancaster
(717) 560-7774
www.isaacsdeli.com
Price: $6-$8
Menu items are named after birds, and a pink flamingo is their trademark symbol.
Hours: Monday–Saturday 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.–9 p.m.
John J. Jeffries
300 Harrisburg Ave., Lancaster
(717) 431-3307
www.johnjjeffries.com
Inside Lancaster Arts Hotel
Lancaster Dispensing Co.
Steak, sandwiches
33 N. Market St., Lancaster
(717) 299-4602
www.dispensingco.com
Price: $5-$15
Overstuffed and open-faced sandwiches, live local music
Hours: Monday–Saturday 11 a.m.–12 p.m., Sunday 12 p.m.–9 p.m.
Lancaster Malt Brewing Co.
American
312 N. Plum St., Lancaster
(717) 391-6258
www.lancasterbrewing.com
Price: $10-$20
Locally brewed beer, the best Chicago-style pizza around
Hours: Sunday–Thursday 11:30 a.m.–12 a.m., Friday–Saturday 11:30 a.m.–2 a.m.
Lemon Grass Thai Restaurant
Thai
2481 Lincoln Highway E., Lancaster
(717) 295-1621
www.thailemongrass.com
Price: $8-$20
Fabulous food, heavenly mango juice, across the street from Rockvale Square Outlets, so you can combine shopping and lunch
Hours: Sunday–Thursday 11:30 a.m.–9 p.m., Friday–Saturday 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m.
Lyndon City Line Diner
American
1360 Manheim Pike, Lancaster
(717) 393-4878
Price: $3-$11
Classic diner with better-than-average coffee
Hours: Daily 24 hours, except 11 p.m. Monday–5 a.m. Tuesday
Ming Court Buffet
Chinese
1858 Fruitville Pike, Lancaster
(717) 560-0998
Price: $6-$15
Hundred-item seafood buffet
Hours: Sunday–Thursday 11 a.m.–9:30 p.m., Friday–Saturday 11 a.m.–10:30 p.m.
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
Italian
910 Plaza Blvd., Lancaster
(717) 299-2202
www.olivegarden.com
Price: $8-$17
Right next to Borders for convenient time-killing during the inevitable wait for a table
Hours: Sunday–Thurday 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Friday–Saturday 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
Panera Bread
Sandwiches, salad, soup
2072 Fruitville Pike, Lancaster
(717) 569-5990
www.panerabread.com
Price: $6-$9
Wireless Internet inside
Hours: Monday–Saturday 6:30 a.m.–9 p.m., Sunday 7:30 a.m.–8 p.m.
Prince Street Café
Coffee, dessert, gourmet sandwiches, soups, tea
17 N. Prince St., Lancaster
(717) 397-1505
www.princestreetcafe.com
Open all night on Friday and Saturday, Free Wi-Fi
Hours: Monday–Thursday 6:30 a.m.– 11:00 p.m., Friday 6:30 a.m. non-stop through Sunday 3:00 p.m.
Rachel’s Café and Creperie
309 N. Queen St., Lancaster
(717) 399-3515
Made-to-order crepes
Stockyard Inn Restaurant
Upscale American
1147 Lititz Pike, Lancaster
(717) 394-7975
www.stockyardinn.com
Price: $18-$25
Vegetarian and kids menus available, used to be owned by James Buchanan
Hours: Monday 4 p.m.–9 p.m., Tuesday–Thursday 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m., 4 p.m.–9 p.m., Friday 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m., 4 p.m.–9:30 p.m., Saturday 4 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Strawberry Hill
American, fine dining
128 W. Strawberry St., Lancaster
(717) 299-9910
www.strawberryhillrestaurant.com
Price: $14-$34
Wine list includes over 1,400 selections
Hours: Daily 5 p.m.–10 p.m.
Taj Mahal Indian Restaurant
Indian
2080 Bennett Ave., Lancaster
(717) 295-1434
www.tajlancaster.com
Price: $9-$20
Live Indian music on weekends
Hours: Daily 5 p.m.–9 p.m.
The Pressroom Restaurant
American
26-28 W. King St., Lancaster
(717) 399-5400
www.pressroomrestaurant.com
Price: $7-$30
Decorated in historical press clippings, dating from the mid-1700s
Hours: Monday–Saturday 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m., Tuesday–Thursday, Sunday 5 p.m.–9 p.m., Friday–Saturday 5 p.m.–10:30 p.m.
Thomas Campus Deli
Deli
40 Harrisburg Park, Lancaster
(717) 509-7700
Price: $5-$8
Eat in, take-out
Hours: Daily 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
Tokyo Diner
Japanese
1625 Manheim Pike, Lancaster
(717) 569-4305
Price: $7-$35
Sushi bar, Hibachi grill
Hours: Daily 11 a.m.–10 p.m.
Waffle House
Breakfast
1021 Dillerville Rd., Lancaster
(717) 293-9036
www.wafflehouse.com
Price: $4-$10
Close to campus, open for late-night snacks
Hours: Daily 24 hours
Wish You Were Here
Sandwiches, salads
108 W. Orange St., Lancaster
(717) 299-5157
www.wishyouwereherepa.com
Price: $3-$6
Hours: Wednesday–Sunday 8 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Did You Know?During First-Year Orientation, F&M invites local restaurants to set up stands on the Green so new Fummers can experience the range of what Lancaster has to offer.
Downtown’s Central Market, which has its hottest hours on Tuesday and Saturday mornings, offers an assortment of local delicacies, from meats and cheeses to shoo-fly pie and fresh-from-the-cow milk. A must-visit! It’s at the corner of King and Queen Streets, within walking distance from the college.
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