For rare finds: Bulls Head Public House (14 rotating taps), The Fridge (400+ beers), and Lancaster Brewing Company (9 year-round beers 9 seasonal, and various limited release flavors)
For food & beer: Mad Chef Craft Brewing (curated menu made with local ingredients) and BierHall Brewing (mix of Authentic German and Modern American foods)
Downtown favorites: Our Town Brewery, Spring House, and Columbia Kettle Works 2nd Gear Taproom
Historic spot: Bube’s Brewery (19th-century microbrewery)
Pet friendly: River Trail Brewing (outdoor seating available), and Compass Mill Tap House (hosts an annual dog show)
Bert & The Elephant
29 East King St, Lancaster | (717) 517-7673
A Belgian-inspired brewery and beer café pouring traditional Belgian ales with authentic glassware and old-world flair.
BierHall Brewing
1703 New Holland Pike, Lancaster
BierHall Brewing is a local and family owned brewery serving up great brews and food. Started by two brothers with a passion for quality beer and a desire to bring people together, BierHall is committed to making exceptional quality beer for everyone. They are even dog friendly!
Columbia Kettle Works 2nd Gear Taproom
112 N Water St, Lancaster | (717) 553-5091
Downtown Lancaster taproom with rotating craft beers, PA wines, and cocktails. Chill indoor/outdoor space with a laid-back vibe.
Cartel Brewing + Blending
920 Landis Ave, Lancaster | (717) 435-8989
Cartel Brewing & Blending is a nano brewery and beer café located in Downtown Lancaster. Their focus is quality small-batch beers that express a blend of timeless traditional styles with recipes that reflect their ideology of an art that is constantly progressing.
Lancaster Brewing Company
302 N Plum St, Lancaster | (717) 391-6258
Enjoy seasonal and signature brews in a historic working microbrewery in downtown Lancaster. With delicious food, outdoor and indoor dining, and cans available this spot is a Lancaster County favorite. You can also visit their Route 30 taproom!
Our Town Brewery
252 N Prince St, Lancaster | (717) 945-7694
Enjoy delicious local brews in a modern atmosphere with Our Town Brewery. In the heart of downtown Lancaster, you can enjoy rotating beers with great food to pair with them, so keep your eye on their beer menu for new offerings!
Rural City Taproom
25 W King St Unit F & G, Lancaster | (717) 208-7664
Crafting true-to-style beers with local flair, Rural City pairs classic brewing methods with a laid-back taproom and rotating food menu.
Spring House Brewing
209 Hazel Street, Lancaster | (717) 984-2530
Spring House Brewing is a brewpub in the heart of Lancaster. Offering 22 rotating house drafts, a full menu, and an arcade for gameplay. Out on the town with your pup? No worries Spring House Brewing has a patio just for dogs, called Dalton's Doggie Deck, food and hand-crafted beer can be ordered via a walk-up window, as your pup enjoys fresh water. Only open during the warm months.
The Fridge
534 N Mulberry St, Lancaster | (717) 490-6825
If you’re looking to curate a six-pack that will impress your friends, stop by The Fridge; a cozy bottle shop in Downtown Lancaster. Their fridge is stocked with over 400 varieties of hard-to-find craft, micro, imported, and local beer. If you’re not on the go, grab a beer and one of their delicious hand-crafted pizzas!
Truth Beer Company Taproom
928 N Prince St, Lancaster | (717) 204-4953
Truth is focused on hop-forward styles and innovating with new methods or ingredients.
South County Brewing Co.
26 W. King Street, Lancaster | 717-740-5555
Founded in 2011, this local brewery from Fawn Grove, PA offers a wide array of small batch craft beers, like hazy IPAs, sours and pale ales. Their Lancaster location offers typically brewery menu items as well as smoked BBQ.
Warehouse District Beer Garden
595 N Charlotte St, Lancaster | (717) 335-8001
Run by Rural City Beer Co., this open-air spot at The Lumberyard is your go-to for local brews, good vibes, and laid-back weekend hangs. Open seasonally Thursday through Sunday.
Artifice Ales & Mead
55 N Main St, Manheim | (717) 208-6144
Enjoy delicious brews and meads and great food pairings at Artifice Ales & Mead, located at REO Manheim Marketplace.
Bespoke Brewing
242 Gap Rd, Ronks | (717) 288-2255
Located in Historic Strasburg, adjacent to the Strasburg Rail Road, Bespoke Brewing offers small-batch craft beer, as well as smoked meats, snack boards and a variety of appetizers.
Big Dog Craft Brewing
1559 Manheim Pike, Lancaster | (717) 517-7466
Locally owned brewpub serving up fresh craft beer, pub favorites, and live entertainment - all with full table service in a laid-back setting.
Bulls Head Public House
14 E Main St, Lititz | (717) 626-2115
Stop by for a pint and authentic British pub vibes at the Bulls Head, located along Main Street in Lititz. Their beer selection is plentiful and impressive, with 14 rotating beers on tap, two cask condition ales, and 80 bottled varieties to choose from.
Bube's Brewery
102 North Market Street, Mount Joy | (717) 653-2056
Bube's Brewery is a 19th century brewery complex. Bube's is one of the only breweries from the early days of the great American breweries that has been left intact. The Brewery began producing beer again in November 2001 for the first time since 1917. The present day brewery operates in the original brewery's ice house. Visitors are welcome to enjoy a free tour Monday through Friday, 5-9pm.
Black Forest Brewery
301 W Main St, Ephrata | (717) 450-7217
A small-batch brewery located behind the historic 1777 Americana Inn in Ephrata. Enjoy craft beer in a cozy, period-style taproom that blends history with local flavor.
Columbia Kettle Works
40 N. Third St., Columbia | (717) 342-2374
Established in 2014, Columbia Kettle Works offers a diverse range of craft beer brewed with passion, from traditional Lagers to unique interpretations of all your favorite styles. Their kitchen serves up a variety of paninis and sandwiches, salads, pizza, charcuterie plates, and more.
Collusion tap Works
5 Juniper Lane, Lititz | (717) 807-4100
A creative taproom pouring 24 house-made beers, ciders, and meads. Expect small-batch releases, weekly new pours, and exclusive barrel-aged bottles.
Compass Mill Tap House
809 Rothsville Road, Lititz | (717) 723-0239
Tucked inside a historic 1800s mill, this cozy tap house serves rotating local brews, craft cocktails, and elevated pub fare in a relaxed, rustic setting.
Fetish Brewing Company At Rock Lititz
201 Rock Lititz Blvd, Lititz | 717-568-8344
Bold, unconventional beers brewed with attitude. Since 2012, Fetish has been pushing boundaries, spinning records, and supporting the local scene, one creative pour at a time.
Isaac's Craft Kitchen & Brewery
565 Greenfield Rd, Lancaster | (717) 393-6067
Isaac's is a local restaurant chain here in Lancaster County. You can find their signature grilled sandwiches (named after birds!), made from scratch soups, and American classics. Additionally, Isaac's is a great gathering spot for locals and visitors alike. Isaac's also offers its own craft beer and bar experience too!
Moo-Duck Brewery
79 S Wilson Ave, Elizabethtown | (717) 727-3791
Moo-Duck Brewery is a small family owned and operated brewery and pub open since 2014. They handcraft all our beer in small batches on their hand built brewing system. They feature 12 taps of seasonally focused beers with everything from light to dark, malty to hoppy, and session to imperial. All beers are unfiltered.
Mad Chef Craft Brewing
2023 Miller Rd, East Petersburg | (717) 690-2655
Enjoy good food and great brews when you visit Mad Chef Craft Brewing. Guaranteeing an insane culinary experience with food, beer, and entertainment. They have a variety of food and craft beer options available, so you'll be able to find something that'll fulfill any craving you might have.
McCleary’s Public House
130 W Front St., Marietta, PA 17547 | (717) 426-2225
Enjoy Irish fare at McCleary's Public House! From Irish Cab Potato Skins to the Dublin Lawyer (a traditional Irish seafood entree) - whether you dine indoors or on their outdoor patio - you're sure to love the atmosphere, food, and drinks!
Pour Man’s Brewing Company
24 E Main St, Ephrata | (717) 863-9905
This cozy Ephrata taproom specializes in lager-inspired brews and pub eats like egg rolls and toasties - perfect for a relaxed stop while exploring downtown.
River Trail Brewing
40 E Front St, Marietta | (717) 604 - 1161
Brewery on the northwest river trail on front street in Marietta pa. Outdoor dining is family, dog, and trail rider friendly. Music three days a week.
Raney Cellars Brewing Company
11 Manor Ave #1122, Millersville | (717) 725-0095
A chill Millersville brewery serving a rotating tap list and launching a barrel-aging program. BYO food or enjoy seasonal food trucks and major plus, there’s always free popcorn.
Starview Brews
224 Locust St, Columbia | (717) 681-8987
Columbia’s neighborhood brewery pouring classic styles like pilsners, cream ales, and English porters in a cozy, welcoming taproom. Try their rotating lineup and signature five year-round brews.
Brewery Tours has been offering exceptional craft beer experiences since 2018. Their knowledgeable and experienced Beer Guides lead guests through guided craft beer tastings while exploring local breweries, providing behind-the-scenes access, local and historical anecdotes, and more!
You can also combine a love of history with craft beer by enjoying a Lancaster History & Craft Beer Walk with LoKal Experiences.
Did you know Lancaster was once infamous as a “wide open” city for vice? Around 1900, police and other officials encouraged and even participated in prostitution, gambling, and drinking. Find out how Lancaster City transitioned away from the "vice" and how it became what it is today. After the Lancaster Vice tour, enjoy a “Mini Flight and a Bite” at Our Town Brewery, which is on the site of one of Lancaster’s elite brothels in the early 1900s. We’ll also learn about the history of Lancaster brewing and compete in Lancaster Vice Trivia.
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