The Pretzel Hut
2224 Furnace Hill Pike
Newmanstown, PA
(717) 627-4887
Cuisine:
Ice Cream, Burgers, Cheesesteak
May 5, 2008
Worth the trip.
Great daily ice cream special flavors like lemon, and teaberry soft serve coupled with above average american cuisine make this a worthwhile destination. Popular with locals, Pretzel Hut also boasts a modest petting zoo, and a mini wild west town for the kids.
A monthly habit for our family during the summer.
Brickerville Family Restaurant
2 E 28th Division Hwy
Lititz, PA
(717) 625-2525
Cuisine:
American, Greek, Burgers
March 13, 2009
Homestyle Goodness
I have no idea why this place has escaped my attention for so long, but it was clearly my mistake. Portions are enormous, and quality was exceptional. Service was adequate, but the waiting area was much too small for such a place. We waited about 15 minutes for a seat and stood the entire time.
Other than that- we’re going back! In fact, it has instantly made my “regulars” list!
Also worth knowing, this place is surrounded by some nice shops. All of which you can safely visit whilst waiting for a table via a pager system.
Dishes I tried:
Smokey Bones Barbeque & Grill
1301 Kenneth Rd
York, PA
(717) 846-3760
Cuisine:
BBQ, Barbecue, American
June 24, 2008
Carolina In PA
Ok, perhaps I exaggerated in the title. Smokey Bones is good solid BBQ, not SC but close enough for round these parts. I was super excited to learn that they offer both tomato & mustard based BBQ sauces; unusual for the area.
Everything was very tasty, though the portions could have been a bit larger. Atmosphere was great as was our service. When in that area, we’ll return.
Dishes I tried:
House of Pizza
101 W Frederick St
Millersville, PA
(717) 872-2131
Cuisine:
Pizza, Grinders, Gyros
June 17, 2008
Cheesesteak
This steak is a bit unusual for the area. I was skeptical when I got my order, but was proved wrong on my first bite. Had a good “steak” flavor, a bit light on sauce for my taste, and they use banana peppers as "hot peppers but really it was quite good.
Dishes I tried:
Roma Pizza
54 E Main St
Lititz, PA
(717) 626-6325
Cuisine:
Pizza, Cheesesteak
Capriotti's Sandwich Shop
2405 Covered Bridge Dr, Ste 100
Lancaster, PA
(717) 392-6000
Cuisine:
Cheesesteak, Sandwiches, American
May 19, 2008
New Guy On the Block
Stopped for dinner, we tried the Bobbie and a cheese steak. Both were above average sandwiches. Store was clean and employees were exceptionally courteous. I will surely return for another meal!
Dishes I tried:
Cheesesteak
Hard roll, good quality meat, american cheese, and large portion; not the absolute best I’ve ever had but a contender!
Mr. Joe's Steak House and Restaurant
S 4th St & Perry St
Columbia, PA
(717) 684-5738
Cuisine:
Cheesesteak, Pizza, Steakhouse
May 15, 2008
Another Cheesesteak
“Lancaster area’s original steak sandwich”, according to the menu. I certainly remember seeing the “Eat at Joe’s” billboards when I was a kid, and my grandmother’s favorite spaghetti was served by Joe, buut those days are gone.
Joe’s had radically stripped their menu to that of a sandwich shop. Maybe that’s OK. This place still screams 1950s, and in fact not much in the way of fixtures has changed.
In review, Joe’s is OK. Not great, not bad, just sorta average. Perhaps it’s worth a visit to live that 50s-60s working man vibe.
Dishes I tried:
Captain Gus's Steak Shop
600 W Orange St
Lancaster, PA
(717) 392-9929
Cuisine:
Steak, Cheesesteak, American
September 5, 2007
One of the best cheese steaks in town
This is a rather shabby, fishing themed establishment that is well known locally for their cheesesteaks. NOT Philly style, but great nonetheless. Keep in mind that if you eat there drink refill are on Gus!
I would have given him 5 stars, but must detract a star for quantity, I seem to always leave wanting more!
The Sandwich Factory
2520 Lititz Pike
Lancaster, PA
(717) 581-8180
Cuisine:
Sandwiches, Coffee Shop
April 14, 2008
Good with potential
This establishment is actually located in Neffsville, PA.
I’ve eaten here a number of times, with varied results. They seem to have everything right; ingredients, breads, etc. But something isn’t quite right. It’s almost hard to describe, but when I get my plate I anxiously wring my hands (eager to dig in) but am left slightly disappointed.
Please don’t get me wrong, I will certainly return. They offer a diverse selection that is hard to compare locally, however I have yet to find a meal that wows me.
Dishes I tried:
Philly Cheesesteak
All the right parts, but just missing something that would put it over the top.
Starbuck's Coffee
988 Lititz Pike
Lititz, PA
(717) 626-3617
Cuisine:
Coffee & Tea, Breakfast, Fast Food


justin
05/05/2008Wow, ice cream, american cuisine and a petting zoo…how are the pretzels? :) By the name of it, I wouldn’t have guessed that it had so much other stuff!