Another fabulous visit to Cartel...early start on a Friday... Friendly greeting and service here are standard, thank you! The Cask was pumping out English Pub Ale again, and they had it on tap for those who prefer the gas. Simply amazing (cask). Since Pines was not flowing, moved on the Centient IPA, similar to the west coast style Pines...my bullseye. We finished with a 6oz pour of the Rye barrel aged, not my style but good experience. The French onion soup is always hearty and satisfying. It was only outdone by the beef/cheddar sandwich. Lori had the carnitas tacos, one of our favs! I can't say enough about the authenticity and quality here, in brews, food and service! Thank you! Go here! read more

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Stopped by for apps and drinks on a Wednesday. It was both poker and wing night so it was busy. The staff however was very attentive and service was quick. The nachoes were really good, we liked the presentation and the diced peppers. Beers were good, my husband enjoyed the Arboreus and Old Grad pours specifically. read more

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Very family-friendly spot with some fun games for kids--our son loved the cars and Jenga. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made for a pleasant visit. Unfortunately, the beer itself didn't impress us. We did a flight of IPAs, and our highest rating for flavor was only a 2.5/5. Great atmosphere and service, but we were hoping for more from the brews. read more

Cartel Brewing & Blending - Breweries Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Went for a weekday happy hour and it's a great spot! Wasn't too crowded. Service was great. Food is made to perfection!! Beer menu is pretty big with a great variety. read more

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This spot is very good. Had the Szechuan peppercorn wings they are amazing. You can definitely feel the tingle but also not for everyone. Fries were very crispy and also got a warm pretzel with great cheese. Unsure how many people know of this place but sure seems like they deserve more recognition. read more

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Stopped in for a drink before our reservations downtown, so we didn't try the food but it did look and smell amazing! Beer was tasty and the bartender was very friendly. We got our Lancaster brewery tasting passport, so we'll be back when we're hungry! read more

Correction that the hours on Yelp are incorrect- check the website. They are open Monday and Tuesday but with outside food vendors. We went because the lobster truck was there today but we'll be back! My husband loved the Witbier and I had a delicious glass of wine. The new location is SO nice! Lots of parking and room to sit either inside or outside. read more

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Friendly staff. Good beer (although I wished they had a wider variety) and food. (Mmm....grilled cheese made with jalapeno poppers!) It's located on the edge of a residential area. Easy to find. Glad we went! read more

Cartel Brewing & Blending - Two beers - Breweries Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

I always try to stop whenever I'm visiting the area. There's always a large variety of beer available, all of a high quality (Old Chap is a great , low ABV crusher). There's also a very talented kitchen staff - I had the House Salad w/ Carnitas last night, which was delicious, but if it's your first time you have to try the BLT, which comes with amazing, barleywine-glazed bacon. The atmosphere of the place is warm and inviting, with lots of wood and concrete tones, and there's a patio outside for when the weather is nice; the bartending staff is always friendly and accommodating as well. Great stuff! read more

Went on a Saturday evening. I got the beef tallow fries and fish and chips. The fish and chips were so good! Very light tempura batter and the fish (cod) was flaky. The beef tallow fries were very good and you can definitely taste the difference between the tallow fries and the normal fries I got with the fish and chips. Service was very good too! Super attentive. They are doing something good there. read more

Cartel Brewing & Blending - Beef tallow fries - Breweries Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

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Decent place nothing fancy. Woman behind bar was pleasant and helpful. Guy. Not nearly as much. Initial stop on brewery tour. Food appeared good but didn't try. Off to another after sampling a flight. Nothing compelled me to order more but all were flavorful. May return if nearby again. Merchandise selection lacking. Should display shirts so I could've picked one to buy. Just a suggestion. read more

Great upgrade in location since Cartel moved to the old Hunger n Thirst location off Harrisburg Pike. New locale has an abundance of seating, great offerings of pub style food, and plenty of parking in their private lot. The new location offers plenty of beers on tap, and has a couple guest taps as well. Service was superb, with friendly bartenders and workers during the lunch hour and quick service. Highly recommend the Indecision Coalition Belgian Dubbel or Vox (Populi) Pilsner. read more

Cartel Brewing & Blending - Reuben Sandwich and Fries - Breweries Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

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Great beer! Great service! Adam brews great beer and also offers other locally made drinks. Definitely recommend!

I like to support local businesses but this place was just not good. I don't know if it was an off night but our group was expecting a completely different experience based on the yelp reviews. Our group tried a large variety of beer and decided it was not good (2/5). The food was equally disappointing. We tried tacos, sandwiches, pretzels, mac and cheese, wings. The only edible food was the wings and pretzel. The staff was nice but most of the tables hadn't been cleared from the previous diners when we got there. Consensus was that we would not being coming back anytime soon. read more

A really nice space and friendly staff but the beer was just flat out bad. I appreciated the wide spectrum of styles offered and I had quite a few of them. The IPAs were atrocious, leaving a whole lot to be desired. I didn't finish one of the three I ordered. The marzen and a few of the other lagers were the only saving grace, sadly. A cool spot with subpar beer. I'll give them another shot on my next visit in 2024 for the holidays. read more

We have visited twice now this summer and both times had a wonderful time. The beer offerings are plentiful and wide ranging - something for everyone. The "Sangria" sour wheat (I know - sounds crazy) is delicious and reminds me of the on-tap sangria I drank at small football clubs in Spain. They also have local spirits and cocktails for those looking beyond the brews. The food is also delicious - we haven't ordered something we haven't loved yet. They incorporate the ingredients and beers & spirits in many of the food offerings which adds some unique flavors and fun. Don't miss the beef tallow frites! Other standouts we tried - the hummus, the delicious Millionaire BLT, the Tacos, and the Fish & Chips. And we can't forget the people. They are great - friendly, accommodating, and happy to engage with you. Let's not sleep on this one, Lancaster - we need to support them because we all deserve a place to like this to hang out! Now - less exciting stuff you want to know - Dogs allowed on the patio * BIG parking lot * Noise level is NOT bad * Check hours before going* No food served some days * Order at the bar read more

Local owned and operated. Simple and worth it. Great beer choices for the beer drinker.

Not a good vibe place ! Visited 5 other Breweries today in Lancaster. This place did not come close to matching the others. No atmosphere, And the music was bad ! read more

Loved the PB&J iPA and the Maiden Porter. Kyle was an awesome host, personable and very knowledgeable about the beer process. Apprecthow they accept pups! Beer is well crafted and thoughtfully made. Kyle said there's no lactose to date with their beers. Come here if you want a chill environment but a serious respect for craft beer not stupid trendy followings. read more

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A.mazing!! BEST BLT IVE EVER HAD IN MY LIFE! My daughter got the pork belly taco and it was delicious!! We both got margaritas and they were also very good. The fries with the blt were perfect! Service was great as well. Highly recommend this place! I think I'll be dreaming about those BLT's! read more

Best beer, best sour, and best cider I've ever had. Not exaggerating. Fun place to hangout with the staff or other patrons. read more

Cartel Brewing & Blending - My gfs hot collarbone and beer haha - Breweries Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

2nd time coming here and über impressed with the beer, atmosphere, and owners! My personal favorite beer is the sweet shoppe:Café vanilla. Also loved the cream ale with root beer. Cullen was extremely attentive and amicable. They also have a food truck a couple nights a week which is very convenient. This will easily become one of my regular spots ! read more

Cartel Brewing & Blending - Delicious beer and man xo - Breweries Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

This is the best brewery in Lancaster. The beers are high quality across the board with solid IPA's and rich porter and milk stout choices. The menu offers a nice range of satisfying bar food options and the staff is as friendly and knowledgeable as you'll find. Welcome to our west end neighborhood! read more

A great local spot that just opened in March! They have a great beer list that offers a lot of variety. I wasn't a huge fan of all of my beers (some had a very strong after taste), but I understand they are in the beginning phases of brewing/I may very well just have different tastebuds than others. There is outdoor and indoor seating (the outdoors mainly just have standing tables). There was a Pizza Tent pop up the Friday we were there. Friendly-ish staff, they seem like they are very quiet people. We will for sure be back! read more

Cartel Brewing & Blending - Breweries Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Had a lovely beer and got to hang outside and soak up some sun. Definitely a great place to check out for a beer on a Sunday afternoon! A Healthy food truck outside would be nice to have in the future! read more

Possibly the best brewery in town. It's small and not downtown, so I think many don't know about it. Only negative I can report was the music there was very eclectic, and will not be for everyone. read more

Not a bad spot. They have done a great job renovating the building. All of the beers ok and they usually have a food truck lineup with decent food. The staff isn't the most welcoming and friendly. The owner is usually there and doesn't really talk or associate with the guests very much. Over all there isn't really anything about this place that makes you scream I can't wait to come back. There are much better spots to check out in lancaster that are in the same general area. read more

My boyfriend and I go to a lot of breweries and this was the first time in a long time where EVERY SINGLE beer was phenomenal. While the beer was some of the best Lancaster has to offer, Adam's knowledge and person-ability made the experience all the better. Particularly recommend the English Mild, Afterglow, and Saison. PHENOMENAL!!! You must go if you like Breweries!! read more

Enjoyed a nice milkshake gose with strawberry, lemon, and basil. No food is served, but they did have a food truck nearby. Seating is limited on the inside, with standing tables on the outside. Would come back and try more of their beers in the future, although I didn't see any flight options. read more