Coffee Co - Lancaster

The coffee here is on point. I often would see boutique grocery stores in DC selling their beans. I…read moredecided to stop by on my latest trip to Lancaster. The line can get long but it moves quicky. They offer a pretty basic menu of food options and standard coffee shop offerings. I picked up a bag of their keystone blend. It was fantastic. The bag didn't really open well. But I ended up just putting it into a plastic baggie. I did love that they offered me a free drip coffee with the purchase of the coffee beans. The bags are pricey at $20 a bag. But it truly is a good brew.

Well, I'm stuck here in Harrisburg for now, but it's okay. I love getting out and traveling, so I…read moretook a job in Lancaster. Ever since I became a truck driver, I've been a coffee drinker. I recently decided to turn in my CDL and head back into the office, which allows me more time to get my workouts in and perfect my look. Normally, when I pick up something new, I do a lot of research; I dive all in. I'm glad I "dived into" coffee. When you're a truck driver, you usually hit truck stops where the coffee isn't great. However, being diverse and cultured, I started trying coffee in Latin communities. I noticed they used special machines, which sparked my interest. I eventually started visiting specialty coffee shops. Most of the places I get food from don't open until 10:00 AM, but coffee shops are open much earlier. That's how I found Passenger Coffee here in Lancaster. I knew it was going to be a great spot the moment I walked in; it was clean, inviting, and smelled amazing. A friendly employee greeted me with a smile, and their pastry display looked great. I told her I was new to coffee--only about two months in--but that I was enjoying trying different kinds. I explained how I normally take my coffee and mentioned that the last time I had one, it had foam on top. She gave me a small coffee to try, as well as one with foam (a latte or cappuccino). I think that's all I want to drink from now on! I used to make fun of people who said, "Don't talk to me until I've had my first cup," but now I finally understand why. I highly recommend this place for the excellent customer service and the cleanliness of the location. The pricing is affordable, too. I hope my review helps!

Biscuit & Jam

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Square One Coffee

4.4(193 reviews)

1.8 mi

We love this coffee shop. They have a variety of seating spots including a back area with plenty of…read morework spaces. This is one of the nicer cafes in Lancaster. The service is on top of the coffee orders and there is a variety of food available for purchase. My kids also like the many snacks available. We like the minimalistic space.

Yesssss! My Candy Bar coffee was delicious (didn't taste like candy lol). I almost walked back and…read moregrabbed a bag to take home, but we were on a time crunch. Wife got a cold brew, very solid. It is off the main street a block or two, but worth the walk. Staff was helpful and friendly, shop was inviting and nice. I would definitely come back next time I'm in Lancaster. Check them out.

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Lancaster Pie & Coffee

5.0(60 reviews)

1.9 mi

So delightful So delicious…read moreStopped by on Pi(e) Say 3.14.26 for a few slices of very yummy pie!

I stumbled upon the Central Market location during a trip to Lancaster Co. I'll make this short,…read moreclaiming "Best Crust Ever"!!! Not to be outdone, the fillings were perfect. You can actually taste fruit, and not Just sugar and pectins. We will definitely be going back. A lot!!!

Peanutbutter Pie

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Coffee counter

Passenger Roastery & Coffee Bar

4.8(15 reviews)

1.9 mi

Spending three days in Lancaster, Passenger Roastery & Coffee Bar was by far the best latte and…read morepastry I had while exploring the county. Popping in on a July Thursday morning, here's my experience. 1) Coffee: The menu is simple. They have the basics, but that's how you know it's quality coffee. My latte was perfectly balanced, creamy, and highlighting the espresso in it. 2) Food: Their ham and cheese turnover is excellent. They warm it up for you. There are fennel and a few other things on top making it unique. 3) Service: It's excellent! Both baristas were kind, efficient, and warm. 4) Space: It's small, but beautiful. There are a few seats inside and out and a restroom inside.

Amazing customer service. Awesome coffee with a variety of origins and flavor profiles. The…read moreatmosphere is warm and pleasant. Its an awesome cafe, one of the best Ive been to.

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Prince Street Cafe

4.1(308 reviews)

It's been a few years since I was down in Lancaster and had the opportunity to stop by Prince St.,…read moreCafé. I was in the area for work and decided to stop by for lunch. I enjoyed the bowl with falafel as well as some good old-fashioned chicken corn soup! Both were filling and delicious! The café is lots of fun and everything you'd expect from a downtown café. The service was quick and I didn't mind sitting by myself and enjoying the view of the people walking by.

FANTASTIC green smoothie and divine croissant! Wonderful servers. Meghan is a treasureread more

Pretty open, well lit

Southwest Breakfast Burrito, smoothie bowl, berries and cream smoothie

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Mean Cup

4.0(139 reviews)

1.4 mi

This is another review where I would love if I could give 4.5 stars. I would firmly argue that this…read moreis some of the best coffee in Lancaster and has one of the coolest interior atmospheres. I typically go at least once a week before work. My order is 1 large hot latte and 1 large iced latte. I like to drink the iced latte before school then fill the cup up with ice and pour the (now room temp) other latte over it. That's how much I love this coffee. The only draw back is that the food situation leaves something to be desired. They usually have some sort of baked good/pastry in the display case, but I always eat breakfast before I go so I've never tried it.

This is my favorite coffee shop in Lancaster, and I end up there at least once a day when I'm in…read moretown. My standard order is an iced latte with cherry syrup (although a latte with the peanut butter syrup is also delicious). I've tried cherry lattes elsewhere, but Mean Cups is the best. Nice and sweet, just how I like it, and you can actually taste the cherry. There're plenty of seating options, both indoors and out, and a restroom for customers. The service is quick (and not at all mean!). There's plenty of parking in the lot in front of the store. I do wish they had more food options, but there's not much aside from a small selection of baked goods. Luckily, there are plenty of other options in the same line of shops where you can grab some food to have with your coffee.

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Pb&j bar

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New Holland Coffee - Lancaster

4.4(63 reviews)

This place is so cute, their drinks are amazing, and the food is delicious. Super chill and…read morerelaxing atmosphere. It's the kind of place you can sit with a book and relax or chat with friends. Very cozy. Service was wonderful and I wanted to try everything on the menu! I ordered an unsweetened iced tea with the peachy panini and sweet potato fries. Delish! I got a London fog for the ride home which was delightful and perfect. I brought home one of their homemade strawberry pop tarts (kids and hubby and I loved it) and a blackberry orange coffee cake muffin . Also amazing. I will be stopping here anytime I am up in the area! 10/10!

Well, it's an early morning. Yes, I was looking for my normal bagel and coffee. Me, being born and…read moreraised right out of Manhattan, makes me feel like having a bagel from the Central PA area could never come close. However, I wanted to try a bagel from Courthouse Bakery, but they were closed even though they said they open at 7:00 AM. It was only 7:32 AM when I pulled the door, only to find out, of course, it was closed. So, I did a quick Google search and did my research--as most people do not--and found out that there was another bagel spot right around the corner that also sold breakfast and coffee. Just like a New Yorker, I didn't drive my car; instead, I decided to take a walk to the other bagel spot. Well, I must say, I am not impressed. However, the score for this place is a 3.7 out of 5, only because it's a nice location, the employees have smiley faces, and the place is very clean! The outside seating is nice so you can people-watch, which I love doing!! -Branden-Lee AKA B L E E

Interior. Chill setup.

Peanut butter banana toast

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Aura Little Cafe

4.4(48 reviews)

I've never had a drink here that I didn't love, and there are so many delicious flavors on the…read moremenu. The Ube, Peanut Butter, and Nutella iced lattes are my favorite. I prefer my coffee beverages on the sweet and sugary side, and Aura's are perfect. The employees are always friendly and efficient. It can sometimes take a bit to get your order during busy times since there's typically only one person working, but they work quickly and it's worth the wait. There's both inside and outside seating, and you can get your order inside or through a walk up window. There's also a restroom available to customers. Aura is a must visit for me whenever I'm in Lancaster.

Still a five star experience but now more popular. They are aware of the big anime convention in…read moretown and had several special creations catering toward Japanese flavors and good combinations. They do it well here and the attendees are noticing. Not too far away from the main hotel and off to the side but not too much and still gets the crowd. In this place which is unnoticeably an indoor plaza, follow the stairs down and you find a medieval like store with a Brand New Battle Masters game. Both places together are so different but so fitting to be open to a nerdy convention crowd.

Strawberry cheesecake latte and red velvet

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Top floor plaza entrance

Rachel's Cafe & Creperie

4.5(553 reviews)

1.7 mi

What a gem! We loved this place so much that we came back two days in a row during our travels…read more The gluten-free and vegetarian crepes were absolutely delicious, and the custom drink Kenzie created for me was one of the highlights of our visit. Kenzie was an exceptional waitress--attentive, welcoming, and genuinely encouraging in a way that made us feel right at home. The atmosphere is enchanting. Everywhere you look there's beautiful art, thoughtful details, and creative touches. The covered patio is especially lovely and makes for the perfect place to relax, slow down, and catch up with friends. You can tell this space has been lovingly and intentionally cultivated. From the food and drinks to the art-filled surroundings and warm hospitality, every corner feels special. If you're visiting the area, don't miss this place. It's the kind of spot that nourishes both body and spirit.

My partner and I stopped in for brunch on a recent weekday morning. There was no wait, and we were…read moreseated immediately. Our server was friendly and efficient, and the pace of the service flowed well throughout our meal. The restaurant is clean and cozy and the seating area can accommodate different sizes of dining groups. I ordered the Elvis Crepe from the Sweet Crepes section of the menu and a side of Hash Browns with Southwest sauce. They were both delicious and filling, and it was a good combination of sweet and savory. My partner got a Savory Crepe, which he also enjoyed. The only disappointing part of our meal was the iced lattes. We both ordered different flavors - one Nutella latte and one with strawberry syrup. We couldn't taste any of the flavoring in them at all. Had our server not told us which was which, we would never have been able to tell. They just tasted like plain lattes with no added flavor. Especially disappointing considering you pay extra for the flavored syrups. Overall, a great choice for delicious food and friendly service, but maybe grab your latte later from one of the other many coffee shops in the area.

The cutest dining area

Ali Fausnaught cheese cake

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Cold brew

West Art

4.7(9 reviews)

1.9 mi

We had our first experience Friday July 10th. We are in our late 60s and purchased balcony (#18…read moreseats ?) . My comment besides having to go to the basement of the bldg for restrooms--is the stairway from the top balcony was Very Dark to ascend the stairs (perhaps some lighting is needed for Older folks who sit upstairs ?) Otherwise very nice renovations and love to see the community atmosphere created here. acoustics were great We do plan to return & compliment the extra chairs placed out for those Who cannot stand for a whole performance. Also love the variety of artists you schedule. We live 1 hour away over in Harrisburg area. Thanks

Nice options of bakery and drinks. Some of the kid decor is not my thing but it is a nice venue…read morethey put on. They have other spaces I didn't get to check out or know if I can really go here or there without being there for the respective activity. Staff is friendly here.

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Vicky T.

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5 years ago

Great coffee shop that also serves a great breakfast! Friendly efficient staff & a welcoming atmosphere too. Highly recommend!

Bill N.

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7

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9 years ago

This is the very best coffee house in Lancaster PA been coming here over 20 years and never had a bad cup or a bad meal ever.

ReviewHaiku F.

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14 years ago

One of my favorites, This cafe is cozy and Inviting, love it!!* *love you Rigs! read more

Humpfrey J.

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13 years ago

Simple. Sweet. Good. Nice. Campany.

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