6 Great Places to Sample Pennsylvania Dutch Cooking

Pennsylvania Dutch cuisine is a unique blend of German and American cooking styles that have been passed down through generations in Lancaster County. Hearty and flavorful, popular dishes like chicken corn soup, schnitz un knepp, shoofly pie and whoopie pies are beloved for their comforting and satisfying qualities. When you stay with us at the B.F. Hiestand House, bring your appetite! With so many great places to eat Pennsylvania Dutch food in the area, it can be hard to decide where to go. Here are a few of our favorite restaurants where you can start your comfort food tour of Lancaster County.

Shady Maple Smorgasbord │ 129 Toddy Drive, East Earl
Shady Maple is a popular restaurant that has been serving up delicious Pennsylvania Dutch food for nearly 40 years. The restaurant is known for its massive buffet-style meals, featuring over 200 items on their menu. The smorgasbord features a variety of homemade dishes, including chicken pot pie, ham loaf and apple dumplings. With its welcoming atmosphere and delicious food, Shady Maple is a must-visit for anyone looking to experience the best in Pennsylvania Dutch cuisine.

Miller's Smorgasbord │ 2811 Lincoln Highway E, Ronks
Miller's Smorgasbord is another great restaurant in Lancaster County that offers a buffet-style dining experience. Miller's has been around since 1929 and has become a staple in the community. The restaurant features a wide variety of homemade dishes, including chicken and waffles, chicken pot pie with scratch-made noodles, and baked cabbage in cream sauce. Miller's also has a bakery on site, where you can find delicious baked goods like whoopie pies and shoofly pie.

Country Meadows Restaurant | 81 Hershey Road, Elizabethtown
A community staple for decades, Country Meadows Restaurant serves homemade family recipes with the promise that you'll never leave hungry. Their specialty is Pennsylvania Dutch homestyle cooking, like marinated broasted chicken and their famous carrot cake, served in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Don't forget to check out the art and craft corner made by local artists before checking out.

Dienner's Country Restaurant │ 2855 Lincoln Highway E, Ronks
Dienner's Country Restaurant is a small, family-owned restaurant that has been serving up Pennsylvania Dutch cuisine since 1993. Growing up Amish, the Deinners have been cooking this way all of their lives. The restaurant is known for its delicious buffet and family-style meals, which feature dishes like beef n' gravy, pork and sauerkraut, and hamloaf. They also offer a salad bar and homemade desserts. Dienner's is a great place to go if you're looking for a home-cooked meal made by people who consider you family.

White Horse Luncheonette │ 5562 Old Philadelphia Pike, Gap
The White Horse Luncheonette is an unassuming little restaurant that serves up generous portions of the most delicious comfort foods. This is where the locals come to eat, including some of our Amish neighbors. This hidden gem has been around since 1959 and offers a variety of Pennsylvania Dutch dishes, including hot beef sandwiches, chicken pot pie and apple dumplings. And be sure to try Merv's Steak Sauce and get a bottle to take home.

Katie's Kitchen │ 200 Hartman Bridge Road, Ronks
Amish owned and operated, Katie's Kitchen serves up Pennsylvania Dutch favorites like pork and sauerkraut, chicken croquettes and buttered noodles with beef. Meals start with fresh baked rolls with a side of homemade peanut butter for spreading. Don't forget dessert, with delicious homemade selections in the bakery case.

Keep in mind, these are just a few of the many places to try Pennsylvania Dutch food in Lancaster. Each restaurant has its own unique atmosphere and menu, so be sure to check out several to find your favorite during your next getaway to B.F. Hiestand House.