Such a cute gift shop and bakery in the heart of Amish town Lancaster. The bakery was stocked with…read moresweets, homemade root beer and pretzels. A staff member greeted us with samples of their famous shoofly pie which was warmed and tasty. The cashier was friendly. They have something for all interests in the gift shop. Nic naks, clothing, Amish goods, furniture etc.

We stopped at Dutch Haven after lunch across the parking lot, drawn in by the windmill, which…read morestands like a beacon for travelers aong Route 30 and the mildly curious. It is the sort of landmark that promises something memorable, or at least something sweet. Inside, the place leans heavily into its role as a stop-off for visitors. Shelves are filled with faux-Amish goods, hex signs, and a cheerful assortment of bric-a-brac, along with shirts that seem very proud of nearby towns with names that invite, shall we say a certain kind of humor. It feels less like a bakery and more like a general store that wandered into a theme. The people working there are genuinely kind, and generous with samples, which is always a wise and welcome strategy. We tried a bit of the shoo fly pie, and in the past we've tried some cookies, root beer, and ice cream. They were all perfectly fine. Pleasant, even. But they did not distinguish themselves from the many other places in Lancaster County offering the same treats with equal or better competence. Nothing here is bad. In fact, it is all quite enjoyable in the moment. But it is not something I would go out of my way for again. Far less so when the tourist busses are around. It is a place you stop at because you are already there, because the windmill caught your eye, because someone offers you a sample and you say yes. Three stars, for doing what it does well enough, in a place where "well enough" is abundant.

Absolutely the best ice cream I have ever had in my life! I had the blueberry cheesecake. Loved the…read moresmall town ambience and the service was very friendly. Love the carriage type rocking swing. Enjoyed feeding the goats and the chickens. but the ice cream and baked breads are to die for! I wanna know how they make their ice cream so I can replicate it at home. It was so so good!

I read about this place having amazing pretzels on Facebook, and since I was headed to Harrisburg…read moreanyway, I thought I would give it a shot. Alas, while the website says the pretzel truck is open Wednesday through Saturday and I was there on Wednesday afternoon, there were no pretzels to be seen. I went into the shop. It was kind of kitchy in that Pennsylvania Dutch style that you see in farmers markets at all of the pick-your-own orchards everywhere. I ended up buying a "double chocolate bread" to serve as the snack that I missed because no pretzels. It was cake, and it was uninspired. Nothing really objectionable about BIH Bakshop, but nothing really impressive either.

best shoo fly pie ice cream ive ever eaten! so good i had to buy a half galloon and drive it 3…read morehours home in my portable frig/freezer

Surprisingly expensive with the added 3% for charge for a good buffet. One time visit.read more

The Amish Farmhouse Tour Company in Lititz referred this place to us…read more The donuts are amazing. My favorite was their Apple Raisin Critter. Their popular item is called long shots which was very good. Inside looks and smells like a bakery.

This bakery was referred to us by The Amish Farmhouse Tour Company in Lititz Lancaster…read more Wow what authentic donuts and their star item is called 'long shots' was very good. But our star item was their Apple Raisin critter. The inside ambiance was you donut shop look, feel and smell.

Great breads and sticky buns! I wish they didn't have all the calories...such is life. Their…read morebreads and buns are the best and worth the calories once in awhile.

I have been buying Michael's raisin bread for years and absolutely love it. Was so happy to hear…read morethat they have a mail order.

Windy Hill Bake Shop is a small little to-go shack located in Gordonville. They are known famously…read morefor their fry pies, but they also sell cookies, homemade potato chips, and canned goods. They are only opened on Thursdays and Fridays, but the hubs and I were lucky in stopping by to grab some of their readily-available fry pies! We got the Apple Snitz (filled with apple butter), Pumpkin Creme, and the Key Lime Creme - all are a bit smaller than the usual fry pie that's found and a little bit more pricier (at $1.75 per pie). They were of a good size for those who just want to nibble on a snack! When you step inside the shack, you'll see some boxes and crates filled with pies that are ready to be shipped out to local businesses and/or for those who had ordered in advance. Just note that their sign is extremely small, so it's easily missed! +known for fry pies +cash only

I bought two of these pies (peach, cherry cream) in the Reading Terminal Market on 8/15:…read more The pastry (crust) itself was good and crispy with a decent taste, but the filling was bland and tasted sugarless. I won't be buying these pies again.

Oh man, where to start - I love this place!! I've not been to the nursery section, cause I have a…read moreton of plants already, but the farmer's market has everything and then, some. *Note: freshly made sandwiches are Outstanding and inexpensive. If you're going on a picnic or are out and about and want some good, quick grub; this is your place. My hubby got a cold cut, packed with fresh veg, meat, cheese; a half was enough to fill his tummy for the rest of the day. In the center of the store (it's kinda cramped - I advise going on a week day), there are watermelons (yellow/red), peaches, plums, strawberries, corn on the cob and to your immediate left, popcorn/snacks, followed by a frozen section (mashed potatoes, pot pies, casseroles, soups, creamed chipped beef, gravy...), follow that around to a refrigerated section (salads, pickles, puddings, sandwiches...), then there's the grill (hot/cold sandwiches, hotdogs, chips); I forgot about the cookies, shoo fly pies and there's a deli - SEE; this is why you absolutely must make this a stop by. There are tables outside, plenty of room to stretch, relax and eat.

We went to Lapp Valley farm for the most creamy and delicious ice cream…read more Very short distance from it is the village farm market. It is a beautiful farm filled with trees, plants, succulents... anything you need for your flower/plant needs. But it is a secret gem that hides the most amazing sandwich shop in the area. It is filled with fresh bread, baked goods and most amazing pies, fresh fruit and vegetables. But all of it hides this amazing sandwich shop that has one of the best Philly Cheese Steaks. It is gooey with melted cheese and if you ask for chopped hot peppers... you can get the perfect blend of banana peppers and jalapeño peppers to get the kick! You don't want to miss this store if you are in the area! We stayed in a nearby Airbnb tiny home. You can't beat the kind attentive service and the care by which they make every sandwich. Everything is so fresh and well made! No indoor seating... so be ready for the heat if you plan to eat here.

Hey friends! Of course, we had to stop and get some good ole Amish donuts while in town…read more I was so excited to pull-up and see the bakery attached to a small farm. Freshness guaranteed! They offer pastries, breads, jams/jellies & more! This quaint little bakery is small but mighty. Service is great and donuts are even better. Every donut was fresh, flavorful and not overly sweet. We also purchased fresh grape jelly. I'm never going to store bought jelly LOL! Free parking. Definitely add this to your list when in town. And make sure to say hi to their horses out-front! I hope you enjoy.

A pleasant place; it's a home kitchen in a way, at least it looks like one…read more Baked goods are plentiful. I do find their old-style Amish cake donuts to be superb. For some reason, I'm not a fan of their glazed ones, only the non-glazed (plain). I appreciate the small loaves of pumpkin and zucchini breads. They're pretty dense and I slice them so they fit in a toaster; toast up nicely. There's also a variety of jarred goods for sale that I like a lot--the pickles, the beets, the green beans, all are flavorful and nostalgic. Counter staff is helpful, gave me some directions that were spot on as to where to find some other Amish businesses that I was looking for. Love this area of Pennsylvania.