Best Traditional American Restaurants Near Lancaster, PA [Ranked by Locals]
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Lancaster, PA has to offer.
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Top Traditional American Restaurants
Near Lancaster, PA
LongHorn Steakhouse
4.4
(2,142 Reviews)
Featured review:
"A very good steakhouse. The restaurant's purchasing and chef skills are very professional. I ate the whole steak and it was very tender and there was no waste. We sat on bar chairs and the bartenders were busy but friendly. Will come back again for steak next time and try other food too…"...
Alice’s Diner
4.4
(1,499 Reviews)
Featured review:
"It called my name…Tom’s Atomic Bomb and delivered. The home fries on the bottom were nicely done. Good Diner vibe with a bar to sit at, reasonable prices, coffee refills and friendly staff!"...
Lyndon Diner
4.4
(1,499 Reviews)
Featured review:
"Everything here is amazing. The food was so delicious and nicely priced, the service was quick and super kind, and the atmosphere makes you feel like you back in the 80’s / 90’s era. I would 100% recommend this restaurant to anyone who is looking for a good breakfast place in the Lancaster area...
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
4.3
(4,417 Reviews)
Featured review:
"My first time ever. In the state of Pennsylvania coming from the state of New Jersey. I Went their with my family. I remember before getting there we was leaving to head home back to New Jersey and then my older sister mentioned Cracker Barrel. I know she went there before to a different location, ...
LongHorn Steakhouse
4.3
(1,807 Reviews)
Featured review:
"Our waitress was very busy but made the time for us. Wonderful place to grab a good meal! My personal favorite is the Mac & Cheese but that's a personal opinion. Even their "lesser" food is good. I recommend checking this place out for yourself and I hope you enjoy the food!"...
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews
4.1
(2,980 Reviews)
Featured review:
"The burgers were absolutely amazing, as a vegetarian they had such great options. The impossible burger can be swapped for any of their traditional burgers which I loved. We got the onion ring tower, Oreo milkshakes and three burgers. We went in around lunch time and only had a 10 minute wait for o...
Applebee’s Grill + Bar
3.9
(1,953 Reviews)
Featured review:
"Went for a well needed girls night out, and had one of the best nights. Our server was amazing, even helped with extra cherries lol... We will definitely be back.."...
Applebee’s Grill + Bar
3.6
(2,269 Reviews)
Featured review:
"My family and I were in town for the weekend and decided to eat here. The atmosphere was calm and inviting. The food was good but the server Constance M was phenomenal. She was pleasant, kind and very knowledgeable. She was fast and had the best attitude that I have encountered in a while. This was...