Stopped in for dinner while on a business trip. I had planned to just sit at the bar but they…read moreoffered me a booth which was super cute and very comfortable. While I was perusing the very long drink menu a guy set up and was playing music live! My cocktail was very good! As was my lobster roll which kind of surprised be being from New England myself! We would call it a Connecticut style roll more than New England. I don't usually order dessert but I had a hankering so I got the Texas brown sugar cake. I would say there was too much topping but it was tasty.

We stopped into Proof on a freezing Friday night, since it was new since the last time we had been…read moreto Lancaster. It's located I believe in an old bank vault and it is below ground. When you see the sign for the restaurant outside, you go into the alcove and open the big iron gate and go down the steps. It's really cool down there & it has a nice dark speakeasy vibe. There were groupings of couches and tables. We ended up actually sitting at the bar. They actually had comfortable barstools. I would probably recommend a reservation. We had made a reservation for 5 PM and then decided to sit at the bar instead of a table because they told us that all the couches were reserved... But we were there for well over an hour and there were plenty of couches still available when we left, so I'm not sure what the deal was there. The cocktails are pretty pricey going as high as about $19. I had seen online that they had a flight of sparkling wines and before I arrived I was considering that until I realized it was $40. But the cocktails are very well mixed. The food menu I'm sure would not appeal to everyone. It's kind of eclectic and they have some small plates and a few entrées, but it's pretty limited. I would recommend the charcuterie board because you can just pick and choose from the charcuterie menu as to how you want your board created. We were all pleased with the charcuterie board. We would most likely return there for cocktails, but I don't think we would do it as a dinner spot, we ended up going elsewhere to eat our dinner. But I definitely do recommend checking this place out!

There has been a restaurant in this location for quite awhile. Many years ago it was the Hilltop…read moreRestaurant, and in more recent years, The Black Gryphon. If I understand my history correctly, it may have burned down awhile back and was closed for some time. Now, recently reopened, it is worth a try. Four of us stopped in a little before 6 pm on a Thursday night for dinner. We waited a bit to be seated, long enough that we asked if we were to seat ourselves. The ambiance where we were seated was acceptable, but not special. The service was a little slow (but still good when it happened). The cocktail menu offered many great options. The Queen Anne's Revenge was delicious. All 4 of us agreed that the food was quite well prepared and delicious. We decided to pass on desserts, but I would expect those to be of similar quality. Overall, certainly worth trying, if you are in the area.

Overall: fun menu, diverse beer selection, okay food, okay service, typical pub ambiance with…read moresingle stall inclusive bathrooms I called and asked for a reservation on a Saturday. They told me they couldn't between 5 and 6 because they were slammed. Listening to this advice we went at 4. We were the only people in there and when we left at 5:30 there was only one table of people eating in the whole place. A little annoying to change our plans for faulty info. The menu looks interesting but it all just comes out okay. We got a bunch of small plates for the table to share. I enjoyed the Kobe hot dog and duck confit sliders. I would definitely not recommend the pork belly tacos.

The food is always innovative and flavorful, the ambiance is nice with two stories and the first…read morefloor var opening up to the top floor with high ceilings. The staff is wonderful and has gone out of the way to accommodate us , even though we have a small baby (newborn) and have been in several times for oysters by the bar. They have a great mocktail menu and it makes me feel good to go out and still have a nice fancy lady drink even when it's sans-alcohol since we don't really drink. We love to splurge and treat ourselves to this place regularly!

Went to Rubicon to celebrate the valentine's day holiday and thoroughly enjoyed it!…read more A stylish, tucked away in the heart of Harrisburg, Rubicon serves a mix of Italian, French, and Spanish style cuisine with fresh specials offered as well. My husband and I ordered the mussel appetizer which was delicious in the white wine reduction. The main meals consisted of lobster ravioli and a tagliatelle pasta. Though I felt the lobster ravioli needed a touch more of something or a bit of a kick, I very much enjoyed it! We ended the meal with a triple chocolate ice cream that was heavenly! Our server was excellent and kind and attentive to our needs. Though I am not usually a fan of a built in, mandatory 20% gratuity fee, the servers and staff definitely earned it and more! Will be back!

A Concrete Rose Bookbar is the first black woman-owned bookstore, micro-winery and intimate…read moreperformance venue located in Lancaster, PA. Owners Evita and Solise have created a space that shows appreciation to the culture, while celebrating the stories of people of African diaspora through literature and art. For those who are reading this and are from the DMV area think of Busboy & Poets but with a little twist. So what's the twist you ask? They offer beer and wine through a self-serve tap system. Meaning you receive a wristband that allows you to help yourself to a variety of local beers and wine. Each is charged by the ounce and is charged to your tab at the end of your visit. An added bonus is two of the wines that were available were made in-house; the Concord Jungle and Mizz Education. We enjoyed the Mizz Education which is a sweet and refreshing Moscato so much we ended up taking two bottles home with us. Let me just say this, I've been to my fair share of restaurants for brunch and the food at Concrete Rose hands down is the top 5 best food I've ever had. We tried a variety of options which include the Salmon Avocado Toast, Soul of the Sea and Chicken wings with concord bbq sauce. All were seasoned, cooked and plated to perfection. Whew Lord just thinking about those crab cakes with herbed garlic butter and remoulade sauce has me thinking about taking a road trip to get some more. Ambiance, food and service are all top tier at A Concrete Rose. Do yourself a favor and check them out. There's so much there for you to see and try! I can promise you one thing, you won't be disappointed. Evita and Solise you've outdone yourselves on this one! So proud of what you both have accomplished. Keep shining ladies, the world needs your light!

The atmosphere was on point. The customer service was great! The food...amazing. I had the…read morechicken and cornbread waffles and I have been to numerous places that served a similar dish, but nothing compared to A Concrete Rose's version. This is a true gem and it should be celebrated and frequented more often. I grew up in Southeast Lancaster and was raised on Pershing Ave! You have my full support and I wish you nothing but the best.

Tintos was beyond anything I expected!! I just got home from Amalfi, Italy and can taste such…read moresimilarities to authentic Italian food. The two times I've been there the service has been phenomenal! Portions are massive and food comes out quickly as well! The dining room and the bar area are so cozy and warmly lit, the ambiance is perfect for a cold winter night. Here's to a new regular! Thanks guys!

Went here to celebrate a family member's birthday. The staff was extremely friendly and we were…read moreseated right away. The room looked like it had been a patio that they had enclosed Not very inviting. The waiter took our drink order and brought us water and bread. He returned with our drinks and I ordered the Angel hair Key West. It's angel hair pasta served in a creamy pink blush sauce with shrimp and crab meat, topped with a crabcake. Absolutely delicious. It would have been nice to have a side salad included but they were extra.

This is a small cozy restaurant.. it been a while since I've been able visit , but I loved it …read more. the soft lighting is the what gives it that cozy feel and made me feel relaxed right away .. The food was delicious and that was a plus and so was the service ... ... It's a great place for a date night or just to go with a friend.... My girlfriend and I just sat at the bar and u didn't feel like it was a pick up place .... People of all ages we there and I'm an 80 years young .. lady .. and enjoyed the evening there very much ... Try it ... you'll like it ..

I'm a bit biased since this restaurant is close to me and I love the food and ambiance. If you are…read morelooking for a cozy bar/restaurant this is the place to go. You can read their history. Make sure you find the table with the well under it. My son got chicken Parmesan and I got their French onion soup. We both got some drinks and we were seated near the fireplace. There is always a nice crowd even if you want to sit at the bar.

Great service food amazing, drinks are also fabulous! The grounds are really nice dogs are welcome…read moreand you will be presently surprised the food is amazing. You feel like you're in another country.

I am surprised that we didn't hear about this place before! It is off a main road and you would be…read moresurprised how cozy and set back from the road it is! We sat outside and were very comfortable. Friendly staff! Normally you would order at the bar but this day we were waited on. There is a tapas menu of some great Mediterranean choices. Wines were along the dry side and I enjoyed the rose. Only a few beers should be more locally focused. Great addition in our area!!

John Ryan is a uniquely first class brewery experience in Williamsport, PA. The brewery is located…read morein a beautifully renovated townhouse with a bar on the main floor, a basement tavern space, and very nice second floor dining areas. My companion, friends, and I dropped in for drinks on a late December Saturday afternoon. The beer list was tasty but eclectic: if you are less adventurous you may want to call or otherwise check in advance. I had several selections that I enjoyed but at first blush others could be put off by things like Japanese rice lager. Give them a try--you will be pleasantly surprised even if you are a conventional lager or IPA fan. We sat at the bar and service was exceptional and very friendly.

Fantastic Valentines dinner! First time eating downstairs where the ambiance is very cozy. We…read morestarted with the olives which were served warm along with the focaccia and calamari. All were delicious. I got the scallops with polenta cacio e pepe. The scallops were cooked perfectly and the polenta was decadent! My husband got the filet and it truly was 'like butter'. For dessert we shared the cookie plate and stracciatella ice cream with fresh French press coffee. All fun and delicious. Highly recommend!