Norbu is a colorful cute little space that also has outdoor seating. It's a little hidden and if…read moreyou need to drop someone off and have the bad luck that someone is behind you so you can't back up into the parking lot, you will be caught up in the eternal one-way maze of Lancaster streets to get back there, but it's still worth it. Because the food is wonderful!. I would especially praise the pakoras and momos, but everything else we had was also delicious. The waitstaff is knowledgeable and can give good explanations and good advice. It's obvious that they also eat there and like it. We will certainly be back soon!

There are moments in life when you set out in search of dinner and instead discover a small,…read morebenevolent corner of the universe. My wife, acting as both navigator and oracle, found Norbu after I asked for something within walking distance of our hotel. Four Himalayan restaurants, all within a short stroll, which felt statistically suspicious in the heart of Amish country. We chose Norbu because it had the best reviews and, more importantly, because it offered Nepalese and Bhutanese dishes, which none of us had ever tried. We are a family that tries to make it a point to say yes to the unknown. Finding it is part of the adventure. Norbu is tucked along North Christian Street, though calling it a street feels optimistic at best. It is more of a very committed alley. The restaurant sits inside an office building with a few brave parking spaces placed carefully on postage stamp sized lot out front. Had we been driving, I am certain we would have missed it and continued on, poorer for the experience. Fortunately, we were on foot and arrived intact. Inside, the place was alive at 7 PM. There were low tables with stools that suggested a more traditional way of dining, and a couple of unoccupied standard tables for those of us still learning. We took one of the latter and were seated quickly. We began with momo, a dish that seems like could quietly solve many of the world's problems if placed on the right tables. Soft, hand folded dumplings, steamed and served with a savory chutney. We ordered the "Mix It All" option, which gave us vegetable, beef, and chicken. Each had its own personality, its own quiet argument for why it should be your favorite. My older son ordered the Sweet N Sticky Tofu, which was the most familiar thing we ate all night. It tasted like a thoughtful conversation between General Tso and sesame tofu. Very good, very well executed, just less novel. I had the Pak Sha Datsi, the national dish of Bhutan, which I did not know until I read it on the menu and our server filled in the missing information with patience and enthusiasm. Norbu itself, we learned, is rooted in Himalayan traditions and a desire to share the food and culture of Nepal and Bhutan with a wider audience, which feels like a noble use of time. The dish arrived as a gently spiced stew with pork and a blend of aged and smoked cheeses. It was creamy, delicate, and somehow grew more interesting with every bite. It did not resemble anything I had eaten before, which is a rare and welcome thing as I grow ever older. My wife and younger son both ordered the Nepali Thali, a kind of edible symphony made up of curry, lentils, vegetables, chutneys, pickles, and a dessert pudding. My wife chose the fish curry, which was tender and lightly flavored. My son chose the chicken curry, which quietly became the star of the table. It had a familiar warmth, something like Indian curry, but with its own distinct voice. The accompanying mustard greens, curried potatoes, and a simple mix of green beans, corn, and carrots, were so flavorful that we found ourselves marveling at them like tourists at a natural wonder. Service was excellent. Our waitress guided us through the menu, made thoughtful suggestions, and shared a bit of the restaurant's story. By the end of the meal, we felt not just fed, but informed. Our only failure was not saving room for dessert. There was a chai flavored cashew cheesecake that sounded like it might change a person's outlook on life. We will have to return to test this theory. Norbu is the kind of place you hope to find and rarely do. It is hidden, a little hard to reach, and entirely worth the effort. Five stars, because sometimes you find something amazing and new, and that reminds you that the world is still full of good surprises.

I ordered the chicken souvlaki (lower plate) with fresh made pita bread, tzatziki (which I'm…read morecompletely obsessed with), and a side of fresh cut fries with ketchup. It was a good portion, I was satisfied and everything was cooked really well. My boyfriend ordered the pork gyro (higher plate) with tomato, red onion, lettuce and tzatziki wrapped in pita bread with a side of fresh cut fries and ketchup. First time trying this restaurant because it was close to my hair salon, and it did not disappoint! The place is a smaller shop in a place but it was well organized, clean, and service was quick and tentative as well. There were probably only 3 or 4 employees in the whole restaurant but it seems they have a really organized system and the food came out amazing and at a reasonable time. If you're ever in the Lancaster area looking for delicious Greek food I'd highly recommend this restaurant! And I will definitely be back!

Fantastic dinner! Fast casual Greek food where we had a chicken and lamb gyro and fried feta…read more Everything was delicious down to the seasoning on the fries. Most items are scratch made down to the pita and they even grow their own herbs. When ordering dessert the owner offered to make us an off menu item he was trying which hopefully makes it onto the menu soon! Additionally a really good drink/beer list! The owner came and spoke with us for a bit and is a very kind and cool guy. This place is absolutely with a try!

If you are in the area, you must get CoreLife Eatery. Not only is the food delicious, but it is…read morefresh and there are more options than you can imagine. From hot bowls to summer salads, this place has workers that explain the menu and provide great service. There is plenty of space to sit and enjoy a meal and in the perfect place with a Starbucks right near by. Overall great experience and will be coming back!

My wife and I ate here on a Thursday night. She had the tuna poke bowl and I had a "special"…read moreMediterranean bowl with meatballs. To drink, we both had unsweetened green tea with a splash of lemonade. Zero flavor to be found. Anywhere. In anything. The portion of tuna was laughable. The meatballs were dry. We paid $35 to eat half of our bowls and throw the rest away. Genuinely awful.

My salad didn't look like any of the promotional shots they have posted here but it was LARGE and…read moreworth the ten bucks!!

On one hand, there is so much potential for awesome salads here (given the proximity to fresh local…read morefoods) but unfortunately over half of my experiences here have been underwhelming. Some mornings when I stop in to grab lunch on the way to work, the person behind the counter is friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient while making my order. Usually on these days the quality of the order is A+ (good portion, no missing ingredients, quick). However, there's other mornings where I make a quick stop en route to work only to find some of the most painfully slow service I could imagine just for one salad and maybe a cup of soup. To top it off, the person behind the counter usually doesn't know what type of soup they have (why isn't it just labeled?), usually doesn't fill the salad bowl up all the way, doesn't know what type of dressing is what (again, why aren't they labeled?), and usually doesn't have half of the salad ingredients prepared. Just this morning I ordered the special "summer salad" only to be told that literally half of the ingredients weren't prepped yet. I've certainly had some good lunches here which keeps me trying but overall I'm pretty disappointed in the quality of staff behind the counter.

This is my second visit. First time was notable enough for the food, that I made an intention to…read morereturn soon. Second visit and I can say food is consistent, deliciously so. On top of that, the service is top tier. Almost felt like a sit-down restaurant with how often Justin offered to help. Will be back again and again and again.

Not bad for quicker service stir fry. The dish came to…read moreabout $16 dollars. The meat portions were great, I got garlic chicken and turkey meatballs over brown rice. The veggie portions were pretty limited. I counted about q few pieces of broccoli and and not too many snap peas! I added the soy garlic sauce and breadcrumbs which were great additions! I didn't have too much trouble with this, but you basically have to order from the kiosks. I prefer to order in person. The portion size was okay for the price. I would like to try the honey bar in the future. The restaurant had overflowing trays and bowls at the trashcan. A lot of the tables were not cleaned during the dinner hours on a weekend. Might be a better takeout/doordash place! The food was good, just some minor hiccups here and there. The specials looked good!

Driving through but stopped for beer and food. If I lived locally this would be my regular place…read more Scale: 1-5 Beer: 5 - Haze Farmer Hazy IPA is delicious. Lots of tasty looking beers on the draft list so asked for a flight. I was impressed with how tasty every different style was. Atmosphere: 5 - Relaxed. Great wooden bar sort of feels like an Irish pub. Service: 5 - Got a seat near the bar and was served by the bartender. Beer delivery is quick and friendly. Food: Great menu of bar food. Lots of people eating pizza but I prefer to drink my carbs so I had one of their phat 1/2# burgers. Cultural/Political Agenda (1-5): 5 -Everyone is welcome. No preachy nonsense or virtue signaling, just beer, as it should be.

When in Lancaster, it's a must visit!…read more While the parking lot if pretty darn small & it feels up quickly, the beer makes up for it! This is a charming antique feeling brewery with lots of beers to choose from!

It annoys me when I see people that don't understand ratings. Lancaster people can appreciate a…read moregreat restaurant, I'm sure. Every time I go here we're all delighted. And impressed by the level of service received. All the staff is so knowledgeable and friendly. They really go way above the standard of service and quality. lol it literally angers me that they don't have 5 stars. Keep doing what you're doing, Harvest. You know there are Karens and Ken's in every facet of life. Don't let it discourage you. I've always had an amazing time I go.

We had reservations and when we arrived they were all ready with our table. The server was great…read moreand so were our meals. Very professional yet friendly and helpful. My wife had the crab cakes and I had the New York strip steak. Both were cooked perfectly and hot when it was served. Everything made you a perfect experience.

Excellent food and experience! Excellent smoothie, breakfast sandwiches and delicious food. Great…read morelattes also! Friendly service and ambiance. (Do wish they had a seoerate bathroom for employees because one was in the restroom for like 30 minutes and really stunk it up bad!)

Food was great! Expensive but great! Coffee and drinks were good. Yogurt parfait had amazing…read moreberries.