Anytime I have an extra twenty bucks to throw down on a little beverage time, First Cap is my first…read morepick. It is a nice peaceful bar that has a really dark and wood grain interior. The bartenders are always friendly and the service is quick . The music is usually a sort of open mike night, but you will usually find the same musician(s) there every time. They are definitely attempting to create a hippie lounge atmosphere, and the clients follow que. It is a comfortable scene in here usually. Aside from the main bar room, there is an additional area in the back to dine in a bit more privacy. The menu selections and drinks are overpriced. The food is okay, nothing spectacular, my favorite item is the red bean hummus. If your looking for a casual night out downtown First Cap is a good pick.

The Cap is great. The Cap is good. The Cap is the only place to get a decent micro-brew that…read moredoesn't also put "sports" in front of their name. Other places are catching up with adding Troegs and a few Victory bottles, which is GREAT, but none can match the fun (albeit a little stagnant at times) cooler of craft beer from California to PA. Service is....well, the service is friendly if you have been there a few dozen times. I can see how a first timer can see it as being a bit chaotic, but don't let that stop you- ask anyone at the bar for help and they'll flag the bartenders for you. Live music via a great group of local musicians on Monday and a variety of acts the rest of the week. I hear the burgers are great, too.

Another very overdue review (kindergarten teacher life! ), but this one is especially special…read morebecause Bert and the Elephant became part of our wedding story long before our wedding day. About a year before our wedding, my husband and I were exploring Lancaster as a potential wedding location. While walking down the street, I spotted a giant pink elephant. For those who don't know me, Delirium is my all-time favorite beer, and its logo is a pink elephant, so of course, it immediately caught my attention. When we walked inside, and I realized it was a Belgian beer bar and restaurant, I was absolutely ecstatic. Bert, the owner, noticed how excited we were, and we started talking. Bert is incredible! He is so knowledgeable about all of his different beers and cares about every single detail. He even has a different glass for almost every beer because, to him, the details matter. But what really stood out was how he treats people. Bert makes you feel like family. Before we left that day, he even gifted me a little ceramic pink elephant straight from his decor. I was absolutely giddy, and I still have that little elephant proudly displayed in my home today. I knew right then and there that we had to have our after-party at Bert and the Elephant. And we did! We were able to rent out the entire place for two hours after our wedding. We had an open bar for the first hour and delicious finger foods for a late-night snack. I'm sure you're thinking, "That must have been insanely expensive," but it wasn't! And it was the perfect location, right down the street from our hotel, so everyone could walk there easily. Our wedding day fell during a heatwave, and unfortunately, the heat definitely affected how many people could make it to the after-party. Everyone was exhausted from the day, but Bert and his staff still made sure that everyone who came had an amazing time. They were welcoming and attentive, making the night feel so special. Bert and the Elephant turned out to be the perfect way to end our wedding night. What started as a random pink elephant catching my eye on a walk through Lancaster turned into one of my favorite wedding memories. We are so grateful to Bert and his staff for helping us end the night with great drinks, delicious food, and even better memories.

Great find Smash burger is excellent…read more Beer selection interesting Love the hanging glasses

To the owner - If at all possible add partition style seating/tables. It may help with the noise…read moretraveling in the room. Music isn't the issue, it's other loud tables that drown out conversation. We love the music and atmosphere but it's a bit uncomfortable. For visitors - it's a theme/gimmick bar, a lot of fun. However, the food & drink is the real surprise here! It's absolutely phenomenal. Best smash burger I've ever had. Best fries. Best veggie sandwich. It's simple, yet top quality. The drinks - the shots - locked in my memory forever! Plus the music selection has always been on point for the theme. Best in the county. Overall - so why not 5 stars? This bar is a must. I want to spend more time there drinking and hanging out. It's just missing some comfort features that prevents that. It's a small space so business wise it makes sense. I'm a little selfish wanting to spend more time there, but with more personal seating options. Owner(s) Help make this a 5 star and hear me out! Far from a 3.8 rating. I would offer some type of help/investment if needed.

If you're looking for a bar with personality, this place definitely delivers. The goth and punk…read moreaesthetic is carried throughout the entire space, from the music to the eclectic decor, with plenty of quirky details that make it fun to look around while you sip your drink I was pleasantly surprised by the food menu, too. It's much more extensive than I expected for a bar. While the food isn't necessarily the star of the show, it's solid and pairs well with the drinks. We ordered the kimchi fries, which made for a great snack to share The cocktail menu is the real highlight. There are plenty of creative drinks with clever goth-inspired names, including the signature Death Mix. Whether you like something sweet, strong, or adventurous, there's a good chance you'll find something that catches your eye. It's the kind of menu that makes you want to come back and work your way through the rest Service was fantastic from start to finish. Everyone was warm, attentive, and genuinely friendly, creating a welcoming atmosphere that matched the fun energy of the bar If you're in the area, this spot is absolutely worth checking out. Between the unique theme, creative cocktails, and great hospitality, it's a memorable experience that's a refreshing change from the usual neighborhood bar!

Visited Southern Market on a Friday night, a food hall located a few blocks from downtown…read moreLancaster. 1888 Bar is situated in the center of the market and there are a bunch of televisions. We grabbed food from one of the vendors (note that most of the food stalls close around 9:00 PM) and then settled in at the bar to watch a game. The bar stayed open until after 11:00 PM, allowing us to enjoy the entire game. The bar offers a cocktail menu as well as a curated selection of Pennsylvania craft beers. I tried the Stable 12 Fresh Picked Strawberry Lime sour beer ($7.50 for a 13 oz. pour). It was flavorful, slightly sweet, and a nice change from the usual beer options. The bartenders were attentive, friendly, and helpful throughout the evening. The space itself is very large, clean, open, and modern, with what appears to be a beautifully renovated warehouse-style design. The black-and-white color palette, exposed metal elements, and high ceilings create a contemporary industrial atmosphere that feels both inviting and spacious. Whether you're stopping by for drinks, catching a game, or pairing your beverage with food from one of the market vendors, 1888 Bar is a great addition to Southern Market.

It had been a while since I've explored downtown Lancaster, and I had a gorgeous afternoon with my…read moredad to do so this year. I chose some breweries nearby and it was easy to walk around and explore. I was blown away by the development of this market, so modern and well done but also maintain the historic significance. Right in the middle is Bar 1888. It's all open air with the hustle and bustle of the market around it. They had a great tap list of local beer, so I had to get one while we took a break from walking. The bartender was immediately attentive and friendly through our quick stay. There are so many fun food choices nearby too, so if you're looking for a spot where there's something for everyone, this is worth a stop.

Lexi was the best. Very attentive. G r eat natural smile. We had a great conversation. Anyway I…read moream a wedge salad connoisseur. I thought C'est le Vie. Was the best. The added bacon bits sets them apart. My friend got the flat bread pizza. Too thick but tasty. We sat outside it was a beautiful night. We are people watchers, and we sat outside and got to see the visitors and residents of Lancaster. Shot and Bottle .. we'll Be Back

Love Love It here! We…read morealways make a stop When in Lancaster. However we were recently disappointed the nachos changed. They were legendary with syrup and blue cheese and now they are just ordinary. We would drive hours to hit this place up before just to chomp on those nachos but now ehhh we will look elsewhere in town.

Patty Melt was delicious and the Jalapeño Chicken dip??? Amazing and the Pastry Stout was superbread more

My husband and I visited Litiz on 5/2. Food was great! Drinks are extremely limited. Two…read morecocktail specials on menu and they were out of an ingredient to make one of them so I ended up getting a canned cocktail as they also couldn't make an unlisted simple cocktail that I requested. The man who waited on us at the bar area was rude. He greeted us as well as other customers with "what's up?" which I thought was so ignorant. Almost 50 years old and never had that kind of greeting at a food establishment. Also left us standing there for a decent while to just pay for tab as he was assisting all the bar customers with making sure they were completely taken care of first. Only helped us as the line was growing. There was one other woman working so they could definitely use help. Aside from the staff taking your orders at the bar area, it is completely self-serve. I would recommend this place for the food but not the drinks or the staff.

Brendee's just opened up after a three year.Hiatus. i used to go here and have wings with my…read morebuddies. They said they were having trouble with the liquor control board.Because you can smoke there. Anyway, this is truly truly a local pub. It's very small but but comfortable. I got the cheeseburger monster cheeseburger. I asked for medium rare and got well done. It still tasted very good. The prices are probably the most reasonable in lancaster. Brendees... I'll be back

Had some most excellent hot wings here. Some of the best I've had in Lancaster for sure! I also…read moredecided I'd get some tater tots. The order was HUGE! And they were super hot and crispy. Nice neighborhood feel. The customers and staff were friendly. Has that 'classic corner bar' feel which can be fun. Very inexpensive esp compared to a lot of places in Lancaster. Was pretty busy at like 6P on a weeknight but cleared out a lot by 7P. Main thing to be sure you know is smoking is allowed and lots of people were smoking so if you can't tolerate that, this is definitely not the place for you.

I was so surprised to see how much better Helen's is now after the reopen. No smoking makes a…read moredifference and they have it decorated cute inside for the holidays. Staff is very friendly. They have decent drink prices and selection. Some else at the bar ordered food which looked very good. It doesn't seem like a place you go for food though but it's nice they have the option. And I could be wrong about that! I will try the food next time and see what they have on the menu. All locals should give it a try!

Just stopped in Fri a beer. Looked at the menu but decided not to eat there. Mostly fried foods…read more The bartender was really nice and talkative. It was kind of dark in there for early afternoon.