Plough

Name: Plough
Address: 25 S Queen St, Lancaster, PA, United States, 17603-3918
Telephone: (717) 207-4095
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3

1023 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 23 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for business meals
Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions

A modern-American dining experience in the heart of historic Lancaster City, Plough pays homage to Lancaster’s rich heritage while embracing modernity. Chef Ryan McQuillan’s creatively prepared dishes incorporate local ingredients sourced from the region’s lush farmlands and oldest running Farmers’ Market in the country. With handcrafted cocktails and spirits, wines by the glass selected from an extensive wine wall, and pints with local flair, Plough brings a new-age taste of Lancaster to the table.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–00:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–01:00
Phone number
(717) 207-4095
Website
https://www.ploughrestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Ryan Mcquillan
Catering
Our menus are seasonal and are subject to change. Check back on January 23rd to view our updated menus. There is a $150.00 room fee to reserve the private dining room.
Private party facilities
Indulge in the refined ambiance of Plough Restaurant's contemporary private dining venue, designed to host up to 20 guests in sophistication. Delight in the culinary artistry of Chef Ryan McQuillan with a choice between our expertly curated two or three-course seasonal prix fixe menus.
Private party contact
Claire Danyo: (717) 381-6593

Location
25 S Queen St, Lancaster, PA 17603-3918
Area
Lancaster
Cross Street
King and Queen Street
Parking details
Street Parking, public parking garage and hotel valet.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Valentine's Day Prix Fixe
US$75.00 per person
14 Feb 2025 - 16 Feb 2025
Please join us for our 3 course Valentine's day menu for the whole weekend, 2/14-16! For $75 per person you can select from the following menu choices. 1st course She Crab Soup Fresh Lump Crab Meat, Habanada Paprika, Cured Egg Yolk, Bay Leaf Oil Blood Orange Salad Blood Orange, Fennel, Baby Arugula, Shaved Ricotta Salata, Toasted Almonds, Tarragon Vinaigrette 2nd Course Lobster Spaghetti Roasted Garlic, Opal Basil, Toasted Nori Breadcrumbs, Champagne Beurre Blanc Eleven Oaks Wagyu Short Rib Mashed Potatoes, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Cipollini Onions, Bacon Bordelaise Sauce 3rd Course Olive Oil & Strawberry Sorbet Strawberry & Mint Jam, Freeze Dried Strawberry Decadent Chocolate Cake Chocolate Cremeux, Bruleed Blood Orange, Candied Almonds

Offers

Valentine's Day Prix Fixe
14 Feb 2025 - 16 Feb 2025
Sun - Sat - 17:00 - 21:15
Please join us for our 3 course Valentine's day menu for the whole weekend, 2/14-16! For $75 per person you can select from the following menu choices. 1st course She Crab Soup Fresh Lump Crab Meat, Habanada Paprika, Cured Egg Yolk, Bay Leaf Oil Blood Orange Salad Blood Orange, Fennel, Baby Arugula, Shaved Ricotta Salata, Toasted Almonds, Tarragon Vinaigrette 2nd Course Lobster Spaghetti Roasted Garlic, Opal Basil, Toasted Nori Breadcrumbs, Champagne Beurre Blanc Eleven Oaks Wagyu Short Rib Mashed Potatoes, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Cipollini Onions, Bacon Bordelaise Sauce 3rd Course Olive Oil & Strawberry Sorbet Strawberry & Mint Jam, Freeze Dried Strawberry Decadent Chocolate Cake Chocolate Cremeux, Bruleed Blood Orange, Candied Almonds

Popular dishes

Marinated OlivesUS$13.00
Pepperoni, Piave Cheese, Lemon Zest, Grilled Sourdough
BBQ NutsUS$8.00
BBQ Spice, House Pickles
Roasted Mushroom ToastUS$18.00
House Focaccia, Roasted Mushrooms, Black Garlic Aioli, Gruyère Cheese, Crispy Shallot
Whipped Feta DipUS$15.00
Spiced Pumpkin Seeds, Roasted Squash, Rosemary Honey, Aleppo, Grilled Sourdough
Eleven Oaks Farm Beef TartareUS$19.00
Top Sirloin, Focaccia Crisps, Brûléed Fig, Caper Mustard Sauce, Mustard Greens

Small Plates

She Crab SoupUS$18.00
Fresh Lump Crab Meat, Habanada Paprika, Cured Egg Yolk, Bay Leaf Oil
Grilled BroccoliniUS$14.00
Buttermilk Vinaigrette, Pickled Fresno Pepper, Piave Cheese, Crispy Lentils
Brie en CroûteUS$17.00
Sour Cherry Mostarda, House Pickles, Blackberry Jam, Frisee
Crispy Brussels SproutsUS$16.00
Maple Soy, Bacon, Apples, Pickled Red Onions, Spiced Pumpkin Seeds, Whipped Goat Cheese
Yellowfin Tuna TatakiUS$21.00
Citrus Ponzu, Sesame, Crispy Squash, Soy Marinated Mushrooms, Scallion
Grilled Endive SaladUS$18.00
Blue Cheese Dressing, Frisee, Apples, Toasted Hazelnuts, Pickled Red Onions, Fine Herbs
The Plough BoardUS$28.00
Birchrun Blue Cheese, Beemster Gouda, Nut Crusted Lindendale Farm Chevre, House Charcuterie, Honey, Chow-Chow, BBQ Nuts, Cranberry Mustard, Daily Crackers

House-Made Pastas

Creamy Cauliflower SpaghettiUS$25.00
Cauliflower Cream, Roasted Garlic, Toasted Almonds, Black Pepper, Piave Cheese, Lemon
Pork PappardelleUS$24.00
Pork Shoulder Ragu, Black Pepper, Cipollini Onion, Pork Rinds, Chives
Mushroom LasagnaUS$24.00
Mushroom Bolognese, Smoked Mozzarella, Herbed Ricotta, Focaccia Breadcrumbs, Herb Oil
Duck BologneseUS$28.00
Cocoa Infused Paccheri Pasta, Tomato, Red Wine, Piave Cheese, Hearty Herbs

Large Plates

Roasted Lancaster ChickenUS$28.00
Black Pepper Gravy, Cipollini Onions, Autumn Vegetables, Puff Pastry, Fried Chicken Skins
Five-Spice Duck BreastUS$44.00
Wild Rice Pilaf, Toasted Hazelnuts, Sour Cherry, Dates, Wilted Spinach, Pomegranate Molasses
Center Cut Heritage Pork FiletUS$36.00
Charred Cabbage, Roasted Turnip Puree, Mustard Cream Sauce
Pork Belly & Shrimp with GritsUS$32.00
Noble Cheddar Heirloom Grits, Grilled Broccolini, Puffed Wheat Berry, Apple Butter BBQ, Crispy Shallots, Scallion
Marriott BurgerUS$18.00
6 oz Dry-Aged Beef Patty, White Cheddar, Pickles, Mustard Onions, Iceberg, Plough Sauce, Sesame Brioche
- Add BaconUS$4.00
- Extra PattyUS$8.00
Roasted & Glazed CarrotsUS$24.00
Sherry Lentils, Red Veined Spinach, Bourbon Maple Glaze, Savory Granola
Hollander Mussels & FritesUS$26.00
Crispy Buckboard Ham, Leeks, Sweet Peppers, Local Beer, Garlic Butter, Pommes Frites, Roasted Garlic Aioli
Brown Butter Roasted CodUS$34.00
Celery Root Puree, Roasted Winter Squash, Golden Raisin & Walnut Salsa, Caramelized Honey
Eleven Oaks Farm Strip SteakUS$53.00
12 oz Strip Steak, Potato and Celery Root Gratin, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Steak Diane Sauce

Cocktails

Elixir No. 1US$16.00
Served up in a coupe Earl Gray infused Tanqueray Gin, Giffard Vanille De Madagascar, Dry Curacao, Honey, Lemon
Pear/SeverenceUS$14.00
Served over ice in a Tiki glass Scotch-infused Pineapple Chai Rum, Falernum, Pear Shrub, Local Honey Vanilla Simple, Pear Tea Blend, Fresh-squeezed Lemon, Ginger
Apple Autumn JeansUS$15.00
Served on the rocks House-Selected Gin, Laird’s Apple, Rosemary infused Blackstrap Simple, Fresh-Squeezed Lemon, Apple, Spritz of Massaya Anise Liquor
Pilonicillo PeraUS$17.00
Reposado Tequila, Apple Brandy, Grand Marnier, Pear Vanilla Blackstrap Simple Syrup, White Cranberry Juice, Dashes of Orange Bitters
The BirchwoodUS$16.00
Served on the rocks Joven Ilegal Mezcal, Cocchi Rosa, White Cranberry Apple Shrub, Drunken Cranberries, Fresh-Squeezed Lime
Peaty BlindersUS$15.00
Served on the rocks Dewar’s White Label Scotch, Cardamom Lemongrass Simple, Ginger, Fresh-Squeezed Lemon, Craked Pepper, Float Laphroaig
Thyme of the SeasonUS$16.00
Served over a King cube Blackened Whiskey Bourbon, Cointreau, Cardamaro, White Cranberry, Blackstrap simple, Spritz of Allspice Liquor, Thyme
The FinaleUS$17.00
Basil Hayden Dark Rye, Port Wine Reduction, Pepper Blackstrap, Orange Liqueur, Bonal

Drafts

from LIGHT to DARK

Spring House Couch FireUS$7.00
Light, crisp, clean cream ale. 4.1% ABV
New Trail Crisp LagerUS$7.00
Refreshing light lager with a seasonal twist. 5% ABV
Aldus Brewing Pretzel WheatUS$8.00
Pennsylvania Dutch pretzel flavor with slight salt, lager-like finish. 6.3% ABV
Tired Hands Hop HandsUS$8.00
American Pale Ale, hopped heavy, hints of kiwi. 5.5% ABV
Artillery Fog of WarUS$9.00
Hazy IPA. Soft on the palate with bright, sweet orange and citrus note. 6.5% ABV
New Belgium Voodoo Ranger Juicy HazeUS$8.00
Bright tropical aromas, citrus flavors, smooth finish. 7.5% ABV
South County Dark ThreadUS$8.00
A robust porter. A balanced but deeply flavored. 6.8% ABV
Desperate Times Honest Lawbreaker Nitro Oatmeal StoutUS$8.00
Smooth and lightly sweet. 5.4% ABV

Cans

Miller LiteUS$7.00
CoronaUS$8.00
Blue MoonUS$7.00
Yuengling LagerUS$7.00
GuinnessUS$8.00
StellaUS$8.00
Michelob UltraUS$7.00
Spring House Daily Planet Hazy IPAUS$8.00
Troegs Perpetual IPAUS$8.00
Wyndridge Seasonal CiderUS$8.00
Stateside Seltzer/Surfside (Assorted)US$8.00
Jimmy Juice (Orange or Pineapple)US$12.00
Chimay Grande ReserveUS$14.00
Heineken 0.0 Non-Alcoholic BeerUS$6.00

What 1,023 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.3Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Lancaster County
Innovative
Lancaster County
Good for groups
Lancaster County
Healthy
Lancaster County
Neighbourhood gem
Lancaster County
American
Lancaster County
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Plough offers a mix of experiences, with standout service from servers like Josh and L, praised for being "knowledgeable," "attentive," and "friendly." Guests rave about the "delicious" food, including dishes like "whipped feta appetizer" and "pork chop." The ambiance is noted for being "cozy" and "beautiful," providing a warm dining environment.

1,023 Reviews

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Genesis
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Experience and food was outstanding. Only issue was that we reserved a table for the Valentine Prix Fixe menu and they sat us by the loud bar. I wish we were sat somewhere else.
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OpenTable Diner
Atlantic City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My Fiance and I went to Plough for Valentine’s day. The food was out of the world. The waiter, L, was amazing as well and took good care of us, always making sure our waters were full and explaining the menu items to us! For a valentine’s day meal we were surprised with a rose at the end which added a super special touch to the evening. 10/10, 5 stars, would highly recommend. If I could give more stars I would!!!
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Hans
VIP
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service on point, loved the beef tips! New staff uniforms very nice too
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Ashley
VIP
Pittsburgh
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Food & drinks were very good but service was slow. Drinks from the bar didn’t arrive until after entrees came out.
PloughResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for your feedback! We're so glad you enjoyed the food and drinks. We sincerely apologize for the delay in service, especially with your drinks arriving after the entrees. We always aim to provide a seamless dining experience, and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We'll certainly work on improving our timing to ensure everything arrives in the right order. We hope to welcome you back soon for a smoother experience!
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Kevin
New York City
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was excellent and service was exceptional.
PloughResponded on 8 February 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the food and had a great experience with our service. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
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Kathleen
Philadelphia
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 3 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Monday lunch meant we could stay and talk and so we did! No hassel from anyone. Those Brussel sprouts are ridiculous. I'll loose my mind when they pull them for the Spring menu. I absolutly love Plough. the food is spot on as is the service. Kudos to all.
PloughResponded on 8 February 2025
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed your Monday lunch and were able to relax and chat without any pressure. We’re thrilled to hear how much you love our Brussels sprouts. It’s great to know that both the food and service hit the mark for you. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back soon. And don’t worry, we’ll make sure you get to enjoy those sprouts as much as possible before the menu change!
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katye
Philadelphia
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 25 January 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
our waiter spilled water all over me without even acknowledging it. the food was very heavy. i never got the salad I ordered and it took very long for refills. will not be visiting again.
PloughResponded on 8 February 2025
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're truly sorry to hear about your experience, and we apologize for the water spill and the delay in service. This is definitely not the standard we aim to provide, and we will address this with our team to ensure it doesn't happen again. We also apologize for the missing salad – we’ll look into that to make sure it doesn’t happen in the future. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention, and we hope you’ll reconsider giving us another chance to provide the experience you deserve.
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Nick
VIP
New York City
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 18 January 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Sat for 40 minutes without a server. When asked about it, the hostess told us to order at the bar if we wanted faster service as our server was “having a day”. Once we finally had a server, about 25 minutes passed between finishing courses. The birchwood cocktail was a glass of bitters that tasted like windex and leather. Comte tart and tuna tataki was good. Pappardelle had about triple the salt necessary and was almost inedible by the end of the plate. Really a dismal experience.
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Heather
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 17 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible service and amazing menu. This is one of my favorite restaurants
PloughResponded on 28 January 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoy both our service and menu. It means a lot to us to be one of your favorite spots, and we can’t wait to welcome you back again soon!
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Derek
Philadelphia
4 reviews
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on 10 January 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Very disappointed with our meals, the service, and probably would only go to the bar in the future. Drinks were delicious. Menu was limited, food under and over cooked. Server barely came to the table. Dessert was awful. Sorry, but not going.
PloughResponded on 15 January 2025
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're truly sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet your expectations, and we sincerely apologize for the issues with the food and service. This is definitely not the standard we strive for, and we’ll be sure to review your comments with our team to improve. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the drinks, and we hope you might give us another chance in the future. If you’d like to discuss your experience further, please feel free to reach out to us directly.
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FAQs

Plough offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (717) 207-4095.

Plough is rated 4.3 stars by 1023 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 23 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

25 S Queen St, Lancaster, PA 17603-3918

Additional information

Cross Street
King and Queen Street
Area
Lancaster
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–00:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–01:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking, public parking garage and hotel valet.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Ryan Mcquillan
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.ploughrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(717) 207-4095
Catering
Our menus are seasonal and are subject to change. Check back on January 23rd to view our updated menus. There is a $150.00 room fee to reserve the private dining room.
Private party facilities
Indulge in the refined ambiance of Plough Restaurant's contemporary private dining venue, designed to host up to 20 guests in sophistication. Delight in the culinary artistry of Chef Ryan McQuillan with a choice between our expertly curated two or three-course seasonal prix fixe menus.
Private party contact
Claire Danyo: (717) 381-6593

Plough

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Valentine's Day Prix Fixe

Valentine's Day Prix Fixe

Shaved Ribeye Cheesesteak

Crispy Brussels Sprouts

Pork Pappardelle

Snacks

Marinated OlivesUS$13.00

BBQ NutsUS$8.00

Roasted Mushroom ToastUS$18.00

Whipped Feta DipUS$15.00

Eleven Oaks Farm Beef TartareUS$19.00

Small Plates

She Crab SoupUS$18.00

Grilled BroccoliniUS$14.00

Brie en CroûteUS$17.00

Crispy Brussels SproutsUS$16.00

Yellowfin Tuna TatakiUS$21.00

Grilled Endive SaladUS$18.00

The Plough BoardUS$28.00

House-Made Pastas

Creamy Cauliflower SpaghettiUS$25.00

Pork PappardelleUS$24.00

Mushroom LasagnaUS$24.00

Duck BologneseUS$28.00

Large Plates

Roasted Lancaster ChickenUS$28.00

Five-Spice Duck BreastUS$44.00

Center Cut Heritage Pork FiletUS$36.00

Pork Belly & Shrimp with GritsUS$32.00

Marriott BurgerUS$18.00

Roasted & Glazed CarrotsUS$24.00

Hollander Mussels & FritesUS$26.00

Brown Butter Roasted CodUS$34.00

Eleven Oaks Farm Strip SteakUS$53.00

Cocktails

Elixir No. 1US$16.00

Pear/SeverenceUS$14.00

Apple Autumn JeansUS$15.00

Pilonicillo PeraUS$17.00

The BirchwoodUS$16.00

Peaty BlindersUS$15.00

Thyme of the SeasonUS$16.00

The FinaleUS$17.00

Drafts

Spring House Couch FireUS$7.00

New Trail Crisp LagerUS$7.00

Aldus Brewing Pretzel WheatUS$8.00

Tired Hands Hop HandsUS$8.00

Artillery Fog of WarUS$9.00

New Belgium Voodoo Ranger Juicy HazeUS$8.00

South County Dark ThreadUS$8.00

Desperate Times Honest Lawbreaker Nitro Oatmeal StoutUS$8.00

Cans

Miller LiteUS$7.00

CoronaUS$8.00

Blue MoonUS$7.00

Yuengling LagerUS$7.00

GuinnessUS$8.00

StellaUS$8.00

Michelob UltraUS$7.00

Spring House Daily Planet Hazy IPAUS$8.00

Troegs Perpetual IPAUS$8.00

Wyndridge Seasonal CiderUS$8.00

Stateside Seltzer/Surfside (Assorted)US$8.00

Jimmy Juice (Orange or Pineapple)US$12.00

Chimay Grande ReserveUS$14.00

Heineken 0.0 Non-Alcoholic BeerUS$6.00

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