Tack's Steaks - Ephrata

Put your hands down, the best cheese steak I had! Could the best be in the state?

Green Dragon must be the best market. There are so many providers if you can't find what you are looking for, definitely have a problem. You will find everything from clothes to home items, from furniture to outdoors, fresh fruits, meat, products and baked goods. There are so many food providers that if you are hungry, it is your own fault. Green Dragon is only open on Friday. The best time to visit is to fall spring when the external providers are also there. This is a must if you are in the area, you will not be disappointed. Parking can be a bit a bear when all providers are there.

Huge indoor and outdoor farm market / flea market open every Friday. Make sure you get hungry because there are so many foods to try. Many fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, ice cream, baked goods and even a small animal sale.

My husband and I went here for the first time recently, as we usually visit Roots. I am disappointed that we never came here sooner! There are so many stands and buildings--literally something for everyone. The amount of produce, snacks, candy,, cheeses and meats, baked goods, fresh food... yum! All at great prices! I didn't catch the name of the stand, but the ice cream was fresh and their waffle cones were the best we've EVER had. The Corner Cafe had great specials going on and their portions were good for the price. Other stands and buildings had loads of vintage items, antiques, toys, video games, clothing, housewares. Truly hard to walk out of here empty handed. I only wish that the entire place was paved. We had a stroller and it was difficult to go over the gravel. Keep this in mind!

This is true Lancaster County. You can easily spend an entire day here exploring the shops and outdoor vendors. The smells alone will take you back to your last trip to a county fair. Excellent food can be had anywhere here. The service rendered by the Amish merchants is second to none. All this AND free parking.