For a hearty, freshly prepared sandwich, there's really nowhere else to go but Isaac's. This chain of Pennsylvania restaurants offers more than 30 whimsically named sandwiches (such as the Phoenix and the Gooney Bird), and all can be fixed in hundreds of ways. Takeout is available, and a changing menu of home-style soups and salads will tempt your taste buds.
A family-friendly choice in Lancaster is DJ’s Taste of the 50s, where the wait staff wears poodle skirts and the menu centers around hot dogs, burgers, fries, sundaes and thick milkshakes. Prices are quite affordable and kids love the colorful 1950s-themed interior, complete with neon lights, checkered floors and vintage signs.
Formerly an early 20th-century tobacco warehouse, the Lancaster Brewing Company exudes a cool, industrial feel and a fun, relaxed atmosphere. American cuisine, punched up with Mexican, Asian and Continental influences, includes a variety of tasty pizzas, chops, salads and sandwiches. An on-site microbrewery creates seasonal beers that pair well with menu selections, providing a perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day.
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