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Column: Table for Two September-October 2026

Norbu: Combining the Flavors of Nepal & Bhutan 
By Rochelle A. Shenk | Photography by Nick Gould
Norbu is part of Downtown Lancaster’s vibrant restaurant scene. Specializing in Bhutanese and Nepali cuisine, the restaurant, which opened in May 2021, is tucked into a space along North Christian Street, between Penn Square and Binns Park/Ewell Plaza, prompting owner Sanya Norbu to say, “We’re a hidden gem.”  Tenzin Norbu chose the color scheme for...

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The Place to Chill

The Ice Cream Bar at Decades Ice cream and summer make for the perfect pairing and Decades in Lancaster has the

John Wright Restaurant: Time to Celebrate!

Clockwise from top: Hammond's Pretzel-crusted trout with sweet corn risotto; coconut curry shrimp; and braised lamb shank with heirloom grits.

Amanita Cafe: Farm-to-Table Fare

Amanita Café’s focus on farm-to-table fare, a casual, relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff are key ingredients behind the Lancaster restaurant’s

Sip & Learn About Italian Wine 

Vine Bar’s Downtown Lancaster tasting room features sustainable artisanal wines sourced from Italian vineyards. It also provides an opportunity to

Sweet and Savory: Zig’s Bakery & Café

Barns are a familiar sight throughout Lancaster County, and many have been repurposed to serve as restaurants, event venues, etc.

The Whisk Café: So Much to Savor!

The Whisk Café specializes in classic American breakfast and lunch favorites with a culinary twist. Open since November 2019, the

Chellas on Queen: A Dream Becomes Reality

Chellas Arepa Kitchen launched as a food stand in 2018. The location along Hempstead Road proved to be a success

401 Prime: The Resurgence of Happy Hour

Happy Hour is once again filling seats in the bars and lounges of area restaurants. As the hospitality industry struggled

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