Prince Street Cafe

Category:	Cafe
Address:	15 N Prince St, Lancaster, PA 17603, USA
Phone:	+1 717-397-1505
Site:	princestreetcafe.com
Rating:	4.5
Working:	6:30AM–11PM 6:30AM–11PM 6:30AM–11PM 6:30AM–11PM 6:30AM–11PM 6:30AM–11PM 6:30AM–11PM

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Sarah Bradley

Tl;dr: great coffee. Fast service. Wifi. Good for a quick lunch or a three coffee, six hour study session. Im not sure this place could get any better. The latte I ordered was delivered to my table quickly. It was ~$4.50 for a 16oz, but after tasting it, of probably pay more. Its very smooth with no bitter bite. Usually, I cover the bitterness of other espresso drinks with syrup and whip cream. This is great by itself. The tables are big enough to study on and are not smooshed together. variety of table sizes allows for individuals to study out larger groups. Quiet, pleasant music adds to the atmosphere, but isnt so loud you cant hear your friends conservation. The wifi is really quick. They have a password which they readily share with customers. The staff seem to like their job and are kind. Beautiful spot. Definitely check it out.

A Private User

I work across the street, so I frequent this coffee shop a lot. The prices are fine for a locally owned, non-corporate coffee shop. The coffee is excellent and the food unique and varied for those with dietary restrictions. However, unless I get drip coffee ONLY, I cant go to Prince Street on my 15. The service, while friendly, is ridiculously slow. I have waited thirty minutes for a plain bagel, no spread. I have called in a mocha and been told the wait was one hour. And complaints are met with a hipster eye-roll and statement of "we arent Starbucks." You dont have to be Starbucks to have competent service. Go here if you have half a day to waste; there is a reason why I get a sympathetic nod after saying "Sorry Im 30 minutes late. I ordered a latte at Prince Street."

Deirdre Daily

Overall this place is great. Its located very centrally on Lancaster City and is easy to find/spot from the road. Parking isnt always the easiest, but finding a close street spot is usually not too terribly difficult. The food is delicious and is a fairly broad selection considering its most well known as a coffee shop. Plenty of meat or vegetarian choices. There obviously a big coffee menus as well. The coffee, teas, and fancy juices can get a bit pricey, but the food prices seem very reasonable for what you get. This is a popular spot for business meet ups and people working on their laptops. So expect a lot of that when you walk in. Decent sized seating in a rustic and industrial designed eating area. Overall, great place.

Celia Stratton

Loved coming here! Their food and coffee is delicious and affordable; the atmosphere was very nice, but it did get a little crowded at times and the seating was a bit limited. My new favorite coffee shop in Lancaster! Update: I had Prince Street cater for my wedding party on my wedding day, and it was amazing! Their fresh squeezed orange juice was to die for, the pastries were delicious, and everyone loved the coffee (my mother-in-law commented that it was the best take-out coffee shed ever had). Thank you, Prince Street!

A Private User

First time in the area was looking for a nice sit down with my wife for lunch. They have a nice contemporary environment with a truly unique menu including sandwiches, salads and breakfast dishes. The staff makes your food right behind the counter, which I love, the quality of the food is what I consider to be fresh and wholesome. They also have a great selection of drinks including smoothies. Really enjoyed the potato chips that was served with my sandwich, which had a sweet & salty taste, very different and delicious.

Jennifer Butt

Was not a good dining experience for me and my mother. Extremely crowded very very noisy. The food was okay. I got the grilled cheese with apple and fig jelly. I tasted no apple there was very little cheese on the sandwich. My mother got the chicken quesadilla, not very much chicken on the quesadilla. The food was okay. I really cant recommend this restaurant. Dessert was a good though I had the apricot pistachio strudel my mother had a lemon poppy seed muffin both were delicious the highlight of the meal.

A Private User

As a PA resident visiting Lancaster for a wedding, I stopped in here for a cup of coffee and a sandwhich on my way out of town. The place had a great atmosphere! It was open and inviting and I liked alot of what they offered. They had a cereal bar which was neat, and their coffee was self serve and bottomless. The only downside was the food took a pretty long time to make.

Chris Gaffney

Location and Hours are great. they are the only coffee shop open late, and they have free wifi, which is great when I dont want to do work in the library, or at my office. The food there is pretty good, and the staff is very friendly. The coffee is not great though, its too darkly roasted, and as a consequence very bitter. They have a great tea selection though.

AmandaLoves Art

Best egg sandwiches! They seriously deliver a yummy and fresh egg sandwich! They also offer pastries and cake slices ext that are really good as well! I love the white chocolate and berry scone and the fruit tart! They are usually busy but their are lots of seating options which is great! You can pour your own coffee which is fun and a great choice!!!

Ryan Fowler

Well lit, and warm in the winter, cool in the summer. They brew passenger coffee, which is good stuff. Im pretty sure all the young women who work there all have to put their hair up in exactly the same way. It must be a shop rule or something: its uncanny! A great place all around. (Can get busy right before Fulton performances.)

A Private User

Prince Street Cafe is a staple of Lancaster City... and I think they know it too well. Two years ago, this place would have gotten a 5 star rating from me, but lately theyve hiked prices, reduced portion sizes, and have offered less and less options for coffee. I am still a patron, but have been more and more disappointed lately.

Christian Fuller

Nice little cafe accross from Millersville University. Definitely has that college feel to it. The food is quite good, with fresh ingredients and an eye for lighter fare, but the beverage menu is where its at. Try the London Fog - Earl Grey tea with steamed vanilla milk, simultaneously familiar and unique.

A Private User

Food is fantastic, especially if u are vegetarian! I recomend the veggie burger its amazing. Atmosphere is also great. Tip: the environment is a lil ritzy. Throw on ur best metrosexual outfit even if ur a hairy chest beer gut mechanic if u wanna fit with the crowd.

MN K

Fine but many other options available. This owner has a policy of not donating or doing anything for the local Lancaster community. Go to any of the other local coffee shops that care about the local community. Shop local, buy local. Support your community!

Niki G.

Space was cute and casual. I think they could benefit from clear menu labeling for gluten free, vegetarian, and vegan consumers. Also maybe a few more menu options. Prices werent bad, but servings were quite small for what you pay.

Tim Hoover

Perfect little coffee spot right across from the Fulton Theater. I am a fan of their local coffee as well as their desserts. The peanut butter pie so so good that even Helen Keller would be able to see how good it is.

Scarovese L13

Always very busy but the staff is efficient and friendly so it doesnt feel like youre standing around and waiting. A good selection of food and drink, the menus change from time to time to keep things fresh.