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In the heart of historic Lancaster City, Executive Chef Ryan McQuillan stands as a beacon of culinary excellence with a fiery passion for fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Leading the culinary teams at the Lancaster Marriott, Plough, The Exchange, and the Lancaster County Convention Center, Chef McQuillan’s journey from Northeast Philadelphia to the bustling kitchen(s) of Lancaster County is one paved with a dedication to quality, flavor and innovation.
Inspired by his Italian heritage and honed at The Restaurant School at Walnut Hill College, Chef McQuillan’s culinary prowess has graced esteemed kitchens from New York City to Kennett Square—and he continues to draw from his experiences with culinary luminaries like Chef Eric Ripert and Chef Georges Perrier. As an avid fly fisherman, he understands the importance of seizing the moment and savoring every flavor life has to offer.
At Plough, his modern-American dishes pay homage to Lancaster’s rich heritage while incorporating innovative twists and locally sourced ingredients from the region’s lush farmlands. At The Exchange, downtown Lancaster’s tallest rooftop bar, Chef McQuillan offers guests a rotating seasonal menu of wood-fired pizzas and shareable small plates perfect for every occasion.
With each dish, Chef McQuillan’s commitment to freshness and flavor shines through, creating a dining experience that reflects both the vibrancy of Lancaster’s culinary scene and his own dynamic personality.
25 S Queen St, Lancaster, PA | 717-207-4095 | Ploughrestaurant.com
25 S Queen St, Lancaster, PA | 717-207-4096 | Exchangeroof.com
