I was one of the 1st to be here opening week. I have been here 100 plus times. Why you ask.. 12…read morestories, 120 feet above the city. I can tell you where the sun sets every night of the year. June 20 is summer solstice and the sun set to the right of the Greist Building. (One of the tallest in the city.) The sun sets 8:37 today so be there at 8 to enjoy the show. I have seen many staff members come and go. ok for the Ambiance and the sole reason I keep returning. The big city view, at sunset and the fire pits come on after dark. Step aside Manhattan. The food.. is not the best of choices. Brick oven pizza your best choice. Service is pretty good. Too Tall Luke is the best bartender. You just can't beat the view. There have been times I came here for the sunset 4 or 5 times a week. Exchange.... I will be Back and Back and Back. but get some better food choices

: ) View from roof is great. We sat at the bar. : )…read moreBartender was great. Friendly. Prompt. : ( Food was bad Started with the chicken tenders (see pic). Way, way over cooked. Not quite burnt. Dry. Hard. Nuggets were mostly breading (see pic) which we removed. Cucumber slices that came with the chicken were nice/brined. We stopped after the chicken tenders : ( : ( Old Fashioned was weak : ) blueberry martini was good So maybe just come for drinks and ambience?

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!

We were walking around the area and wanted a small bite - salad or some small eats. We walked…read morearound and around and couldn't find anything else that caught our eye so we went back to The Coffin. They welcomed us in, told us to sit at any open table. They stay true to their name with their decor. They were coffin shaped shelves, gothic/satanic themed wallpaper. It's all very well done. Very unique! One of the staff members came over to tell us that their beer and spirits are all from PA. This was music to our ears! We ordered a local IPA. We shared the Brussels Caesar salad. It had crispy brussels sprouts and arugula. Topped homemade crouton. Dusted with Parmesan. It was delicious! Loved this spot! Will go back the next time we're in town!

Great place to visit. Located in the city so parking could be a challenge. There are some spots…read morealong the street and also a garage nearby. Check the on street parking kiosk for prices/hours. There is a huge staircase to get up to the speakeasy once you find the red door. The website says there is an elevator if needed. Once inside, you will immediately get the speakeasy vibe with the moody and dark decor, as well as the period appropriate lighting and seating options. There's some small intimate areas, as well as a main bar, a side seating bar area, and a back area with tables and chairs. I would recommend reservations. You can pick the bar or lounge when making reservations on their website. From the moment you enter, you will get terrific service. The host was great and we were early for our reservation, but we were seated at the bar as requested. As soon as we sat down, the bartender greeted us with waters and a sample of a bourbon punch. The entire visit was filled with very attentive staff who were always friendly and knowledgeable about the offerings on the menu. The drinks are well thought out and very good. The quality of the ingredients, as well as the flavor profiles work well. It is very difficult to pick from their crafty menu. We tried a total of 4 drinks and all were delicious. Highly recommend the Papucho - such an excellent mix of flavors that are well balanced and a very unique flavor. Honestly, not sure you will find one drink on this menu that isn't delicious. They do offer a menu of various foods. We ordered the octopus and the roasted monk fish. Both were fantastic. The servings are not big so be prepared to order dental dishes or just come with the intention of not getting a massive meal. They are good portions for a small dinner or think tapas. Overall, they have a fabulous experience with some super delicious drinks. Well done!

Returned either a group of friends, for their first time! So glad this place continues to impress…read moregoing forward. Our server was amazing (I wish I remembered his name!), the food was delicious, and the drinks never fail to impress. The only issue we have every time we go is that they unfortunately always run out of a few dishes on the menu (and always seems to be the ones we want)! In addition, calling the restaurant has been difficult, it has often gone straight to voicemail for me. For that reason make sure to make reservations ONLINE (that has never failed). Come EARLY if you want to ensure you'll get a menu item (we often get there around 8 pm or later, some menu items always run out for us). Regardless, this doesn't stop us from coming!

Fabulous brunch at Passerine. From the moment you enter this charming restaurant, you'll feel…read morewelcome. Be sure to begin your brunch with a cup of their robust coffee or your favorite brunch cocktail. We stuck with coffee but the cocktails looked divine. Small but interesting brunch menu. Really appreciate Passerine's commitment to local producers.

My wife and I dined at Passerine in Lancaster for Valentine's Day and chose the $75 per person…read morefixed-price five-course menu. Unfortunately, the evening was very disappointing. When we were seated, we were given the prix fixe food menu but never provided with a drink menu. We were served water, but our waitress didn't ask if we'd like cocktails, wine, or any featured Valentine's drinks. For a special occasion dinner, that felt like a major oversight. The bigger issue, though, was the food. Several courses were noticeably undercooked and difficult to enjoy. The carrot salad had hard, undercooked carrots and a very bitter sauce that overwhelmed the dish. The grilled Badger Flame beets were also undercooked and had an unpleasant flavor. The beet risotto was firm and lacked the creamy consistency you expect from a properly prepared risotto. The halibut tasted overly fishy and seemed undercooked in the center. For $75 per person on Valentine's Day, we expected a polished, thoughtfully executed experience. Instead, the meal felt poorly prepared and not worth the price. It was an unsatisfying way to spend what should have been a special evening. The ambiance was very nice but the rest of the experience left a lot to be desired.

Great place, great location, high quality food and service! An excuse to go into Lancaster to hit…read morethe market then have a great bit of drink here!!! Chill, vibe...

Shot and Bottle was a busy place and I understand why! The food is delicious and there are plenty…read moreof tasty options. I'm not a huge brunch person, but the brunch menu was amazing! The eggs were so soft and the jam was the perfect touch to my short rib toast. The four of us enjoyed our meals and the serving sizes were ideal for us. We also enjoyed the various drink options, and I was glad they had flavorful mocktails to pick from. However, it can get pretty loud in the restaurant despite the tables being spaced out evenly. Also, service felt a little slow, but we understand it was busy. Would recommend!

Okay, I see you, Lancaster. If there's one restaurant to allure the Michelin guide to Lancaster,…read moreit's Josephine's near the famous Central Market. Joining for dinner on a Thursday evening in July, here's my experience. 1) Food: The chef and pastry chef take their jobs seriously. Every dish was unique, full of flavor, beautiful, and worth every dollar. To start, they bring out homemade bread made fresh every morning with salted butter. I ordered the special- five jumbo shrimp with smoked garlic aioli. (They have cocktail sauce if you want it, but the garlic is phenomenal.) Before the main came out, the chef brought over the gazpacho using vegetables from his garden. The soup was thicker than I'm used to, but it paired perfectly with the vegetables. It was delicious! The scallops for the main were perfectly cooked and worked with the sauce in the middle of the plate and the green sauce on top of each scallop. Another winner! The lemon custard was refreshing for dessert. It's presented so well where you uncover more layers with each bite. 2) Drinks: They have a full cocktail menu with drinks named after famous people, wine, beer, and mocktails. Enjoying more sweet drinks, I ordered the "Marilyn Monroe." It was a fun drink, but a little too sweet for me. If you like berry and sweet drinks, you'll love it! 3) Service: It's excellent from start to finish. My server Tate was friendly, passionate about the menu, and efficient. His timing with everything was impeccable. 4) Space: It's beautiful. Despite on the basement level, it's lit well with photos of famous icons on the walls. It's iconic!

20 years with Bird called for a great night out and Josephine's absolutely delivered…read more From the moment we walked in, Tate and Grant were incredible and made our anniversary dinner feel genuinely special without overdoing it. Great service like that still matters. Bird went with the crab cake and was already planning her next visit halfway through dinner. I started with the shrimp cocktail, followed by the Caesar salad and filet, all outstanding. Everything was paced perfectly and cooked exactly right. And then came dessert...which somehow topped everything else. Incredible way to finish the night. Between the food, atmosphere, and service, it was the perfect spot to celebrate 20 years, plenty of laughs, good memories, and another adventure for the books. Highly recommend.

Enjoyed coming back here, liked it more than I had remembered…read more We had a nice quick dinner at Burley Bar and Thistle Finch Distillery. Ordered the Wedge salad, and since tacos were on special, two of each the chicken and beef. They were also nice enough to make the elote pretzels without the finishing seasoning and give us cheez dip since that's what the kids prefer. Overall very nice and very good with a few small and tasty surprises

Went here recently for a welcome party for a friend's wedding and WOW. Not only were they super…read moreaccommodating of me being gluten free, but the drinks were delicious. Highly recommend their pickle martini!! And a huge thank you to the staff and servers who kept the food and drinks going all evening and were friendly and welcoming the whole night.

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.