Photography by Donovan Roberts Witmer
THE ACCOMAC INN: Famed for its riverside views and seasonal creations by chef Andre Ebert. A Silver Spoon Award-winning historic dining destination. www.accomacinn.com
BISTRO 19: A downtown York fave for business lunches or dinner out before a show; try the chef’s tri-fecta meatloaf with blackberry gravy and camembert mashed potatoes. www.bistro19york.com
BLUE HERON: Intimate atmosphere serving French- and Mediterranean-influenced fare from terrines and pates to ratatouille and steak au poivre. Bistro menu Mon.-Thurs. evenings. www.blue-heron.us
BLUE MOON: Seasonal American cuisine by chef and owner Darrel Tobin in a bistro setting with a year-round enclosed courtyard. A time-tested Downtown York favorite. www.bluemoonfresh.com
CENTRAL MARKET YORK: Find fresh local flavor at the many prepared food vendors located inside this beautiful historic market with tons of seating for socializing. Open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays 6am to 2pm. www.CentralMarketYork.com
COMMONWEALTH ROOM: A downtown York institution. Accolades abound for chef Mark Pawlowski’s work in the kitchen. Snag a cozy curved booth for a date night or pre-Strand Capitol dinner. www.yorktowne.com/commonwealthroom
CRIMSON AMERICAN GRILL: A new South Queen Street area gathering place. Enjoy happy hour and drink specials like a Tiramisu martini, all American fare with a twist, plus lunch specials. www.crimsonamericangrill.com
CULINARY CREATIONS CAFE: At this in-the-know Historic Arts District lunch spot, enjoy sandwiches by Culinary Creations Catering in the courtyard or sidewalk seating. www.culinarycreationsofyork.wordpress.com/cafe
EL SERRANO: A Peruvian tradition that began over 20 years ago with its flagship location in York, Manuel Torres’ dream continues to bring an authentic South American experience to the Susquehanna Valley. www.elserranoyork.com
ESAAN: York’s favorite BYOB Thai spot located in Beaver Street’s Historic Arts District. Try the Thai coffee and iced tea, duck spring rolls and lemongrass sliders.
FLATS FLATBREAD CAFE: A new casual option for downtown York dining featuring sandwiches, salads and gourmet pizzas. www.eatatflats.com
FIRST CAPITAL DISPENSING COMPANY: York’s hangout for live music, casual food, great beer and good times. Over 15 creative burgers, plus vegetarian options including sandwiches and salads. www.firstcapitaldispensing.com
ISAAC'S RESTAURANT & DELI: The Susquehanna Valley’s favorite for sandwiches and Isaac’s famous pepper jack tomato soup, of course! Our staff faves include the vegetarian Larkspur grilled flatbread and the Mallard, roast beef on a pretzel roll with horseradish. www.isaacsdeli.com
JOHN WRIGHT RESTAURANT: Right on the river in Wrightsville, enjoy patio views of the Susquehanna, plus fresh local fare for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. www.johnwrightrestaurant.com
JUST CUPCAKES CAFE: A gourmet cupcakery featuring favorites like the “Perfect Hostess” and other seasonal delights. Serving coffee, teas, muffins, bagels and more in their new café location. www.facebook.com/JustCupcakesPA
LA CASA DE TAPAS: York’s authentic spot for tapas, or small plates, includes Latin classics, a few American twists and entrees, plus creative cocktails, wine and beer for kicking back and relaxing all evening, sharing good food with good friends. www.tapasyork.com
THE LEFT BANK: A double entendre with its namesake on the Seine River in Paris and its geography on the Susquehanna River, The Left Bank burgeoned on the downtown dining scene a decade before it was cool and continues to impress newcomers and loyal fans alike with creative cocktails and new menus. www.leftbankyork.com
MAEWYN'S IRISH PUB: Every town needs an Irish pub, and this is downtown York’s joint for all the classics from bangers and mash, shepherd’s pie and fish and chips to curried chicken salad and a full Irish breakfast. www.maewyns.com
MEXITALY: Mexico meets Italy in the form of wood-fired pizzas and stromboli. Plus classics like fish tacos and straight-up Italian. We recommend the Mexitaly pizza topped with homemade chorizo, fresh pico de gallo, salsa, guacamole and sour cream.
MEZZOGIORNO: A local favorite for fresh, Italian-inspired fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner, located inside York Central Market and open all week except Mondays. www.mezzoatthemarket.com
MUDHOOK BREWING COMPANY: A new microbrewery located within York Central Market (with its own entrance and hours) featuring craft beers and pub fare including over 12 kinds of burgers, wings, soups, salads and sandwiches in a casual atmosphere. www.mudhookbrewing.com
OFF CENTER GRILL: Located in the historic Yorktowne Hotel for a convenient breakfast, lunch or casual dinner downtown. www.yorktowne.com/offcentergrill
POMODORO'S: This upscale Italian BYOB owned by Ashley and Strato Della Ragioni offers made-from-scratch classics, traditional family style dining with shared entrees and casual brick oven pizzas. www.pomodorosyork.com
SAM AND TONY'S: A downtown York favorite for generations; owners Ross and Libby Falzone celebrate 21 years of family and food this year. www.samandtonys.com
SERENITY STATION: Located in Seven Valleys along the Heritage Rail Trail connecting York City to Maryland, offers smoothies, snacks, sandwiches and salads for bikers and visitors. www.serenity-station.com
TAPENADE BISTRO: A mother-daughter run bistro; owner Darlene Wiley has been warming the hearts of customers since her opening 5 years ago in Tollgate Village. Creative specials and café classics (try the tomato soup) dot the menu of this stylish BYOB making it a regular for locals for breakfast, lunch and special Friday night dinners. www.facebook.com/ pages/Tapenade-Bistro
VICTOR'S: A “holy” gathering place (literally located in a former church) where locals enjoy bocce ball (ask about the league), an exquisite craft beer and wine list, and fabulous Italian fare.
WHITE ROSE BAR & GRILL: A popular Beaver Street hangout after work; locals know The White Rose is the place to go to escape the ordinary. Try the White Rose Burger, topped with pork BBQ and cheddar, featured as one of our first-ever “favorite things”!
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The Mexitaly brick-oven pizza
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York’s Central Market is home to several of our Good Eats destinations
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Duck spring rolls at Esaan
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Ahi tuna salad from the cozy Tapenade Bistro
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The Left Bank: An anchor in Downtown York for decades
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Mini crab cakes with mango salsa at La Casa de Tapas
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Antipasto at Victor’s
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Chicken breast over chive risotto from Blue Moon
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A York icon, “The White Rose”. Desserts at Accomac Inn on the Susquehanna River
