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    Mad Chef Taproom

    4.8 (4 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    We love going to Mad Chef. The food and beer are delicious. The staff are so friendly and helpful.

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    The Coffin Bar - Atmosphere wall paper is cool!

    The Coffin Bar

    3.8(63 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    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!

    Coffin Bar is one of the more distinctive brunch spots in Lancaster, and it works better in…read moredaylight than I expected. The vibe leans goth, with a definite metal/punk edge rather than a tightly curated "theme bar" look. It's not as uniformly designed as the name might suggest, but it is interesting and cohesive enough to feel intentional. During brunch, the space is well-lit, and they keep the heavy metal/thrash/punk soundtrack going at a very low volume, exactly the right choice. It supports the aesthetic without turning brunch into a performance. The food is the reason to come. The menu is built around the seven deadly sins (Lust, Gluttony, Wrath, etc.), and everything we tried was outstanding. Between the two of us we had Lust and Gluttony, and both were excellent, high quality, well-executed, and clearly made with care. Service was solid: efficient, reasonably quick, and professional. Not overly chatty, but attentive enough that you don't feel ignored. Drinks were fine. The mimosa and Bloody Mary were exactly what you'd expect: competent and enjoyable, nothing gimmicky. Logistics are also manageable for a downtown spot. Parking exists in the area, including garages nearby, and it's a comfortable walk if you're already in the city center. Overall: a fun, slightly offbeat atmosphere paired with genuinely great brunch food. If you like a darker aesthetic but still want a bright, relaxed daytime meal, Coffin Bar is an easy recommendation.

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    The Corner at Musser

    3.2(13 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    Tried my best to give this bar a chance. Dramatic decline in patronage. I enjoyed going to this…read moreneighborhood bar. Unfortunately, the neighborhood aspect is gone, and it's become an attraction of less than desirable. Sorry for the new management. Even closing at midnight fights outside. This was a great place- great staff good food just attracting known drug dealers and fights in the streets outside. Maybe time to close for a few months and 'remodel' .

    I truly wanted this to be my local go-to spot. I gave it a chance with every intention of…read moresupporting a small business in my community. But after witnessing some deeply inappropriate and offensive behavior from the owner, I can no longer in good conscience continue to support this establishment. The owner of Musser, Pat, initially seemed like an okay guy. However, that impression quickly changed when I began to notice troubling behavior. On one occasion, I watched and heard him making racially charged jokes. I come from a time when people didn't take offense easily, and even then, I tried to give him the benefit of the doubt--after all, he didn't know me and I didn't know him. But things escalated. I was present as in right there when a UPS driver--an African American man--walked in, and Pat referred to him as "his chocolate UPS driver." That comment made me pause. Still, I tried to brush it off, thinking maybe I caught it out of context. However, another visit left no room for interpretation. An African American inspector walked in, and without hesitation, Pat called him "Jamaal." The man immediately corrected him, saying, "Hey man, that's not my name--my name is Keith. Call me by my name." The assumption, the stereotype, and the casualness of that moment were disturbing. Why is the owner of a local bar so comfortable addressing African Americans with whatever name or label he sees fit? It's not only disrespectful, it's unacceptable. I work hard. I spend my money to enjoy good food, cold beer, and quality time withmy friends. I choose to support businesses that reflect those values--and this is not one of them! I will never return to this establishment. What's most troubling is that this behavior appears to be ongoing and unaddressed! Lancaster has too many incredible spots that deserve our time, support, and dollars. This is not one of them.

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