Somewhat upscale—or even more than that—these Lancaster County restaurants offer a special experience for special occasions. Reservations are usually recommended.
Fireside Tavern
A classy place with a healthy touch of a friendly neighborhood eatery, never seems to disappoint.
1500 Historic Dr, Strasburg, PA 17579
(717) 687-7979
Historic Revere Tavern
Drive out into the country east of the Route 30 East outlets, take a look at the brick exterior, and you’ll know it’s a classy place. It’s also unpretentious and stocked with a great menu.
3063 Lincoln Hwy, Paradise, PA 17562
(717) 455-7663
Olde Lincoln House
Venture to this underrated, elegant, slightly old-fashioned place, housed in one of Ephrata’s oldest buildings, for a great dinner, especially burgers.
1398 W Main St, Ephrata, PA 17522
(717) 733-3490
Sugarplums & Tea
Not just a “ladies’ tea place,” but a classy, small, out-of-the-way gathering place in the middle of subdivisions, with great sandwiches, desserts and yes, tea.
403 Bank Barn Ln, Lancaster, PA 17602
(717) 394-9166
The Waterfront
Near Lancaster Country Club, host to the LPGA U.S. Women’s Open, definitely a place to go to celebrate a wedding or an anniversary.
680 Millcross Rd, Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 390-8777
— Dave O’Connor