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Bruschetta - JB Dawson's Restaurant & Bar - Lancaster, Lancaster, PA

JB Dawson's Restaurant & Bar - Lancaster

4.7 (1113)
$30 and under
American
491 Park City Ctr, Lancaster, PA 17601

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 20 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Lively
At J.B. Dawson's, we strive for excellence in our food, service and atmosphere. Our high quality menu begins by... using the freshest ingredients, like our hand cut steaks, fresh ground hamburgers, fresh seafood and home made soups, sauces,dressings and desserts.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–7:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Lancaster
  • Cross street
    Harrisburg Pike
  • Parking details
    We have the mall parking lot.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,113 people are saying

JB Dawson's Restaurant & Bar - Lancaster reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Lancaster County

    Best Overall

  • Lancaster County

    Best Food

  • Lancaster County

    Best Service

  • Lancaster County

    Best Ambiance

  • Lancaster County

    Best Value

  • Lancaster County

    Neighborhood gem

  • Lancaster County

    Good for special occasions

  • Lancaster County

    American

  • Lancaster County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
JB Dawson's Restaurant & Bar in Lancaster is a "hidden gem" with an inviting atmosphere and consistently "amazing" food. Known for exceptional service, it's perfect for celebrations with "superb" dishes like Prime Rib and "deliciously seasoned" steaks. Enjoy "well-crafted" cocktails and "fantastic" appetizers in a cozy setting.
1,113 Reviews
  1. Harold

    Philadelphia County9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We always enjoy the time with family and friends.

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  2. Susan

    St. Louis19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed this restaurant. Service was great. Excellent cocktail menu. Husband had lobster roll and said it was great. I got the strawberry shrimp salad. It was huge. I have to say I loved the lobster bisque soup but not a fan of the salad. Definitely would go back!!
    JB Dawson's Restaurant & Bar - LancasterResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the wonderful review! We look forward to seeing you again. Sorry to hear about the salad as we have been getting rave reviews about it.

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  3. Marc

    Philadelphia County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrated our 39th Wedding Anniversary—even though we put Anniversary in the Reservation online it was never acknowledged by any staff. Oh well. Still a nice meal

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  4. Shari

    Philadelphia County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful services by Aydan and also the manager checking in!
    JB Dawson's Restaurant & Bar - LancasterResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the wonderful review & your continued patronage!

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  5. Amy

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great vegan Impossible Burger. The fries are absolutely amazing! We love the atmosphere here, which offers a nice level of privacy in most spots. It’s quiet enough that you can engage in conversation without shouting. Service is always friendly and attentive.
    JB Dawson's Restaurant & Bar - LancasterResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the wonderful review & your continued patronage! We really appreciate the kind words. We have a wonderful team for sure!!

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  6. Dan

    Philadelphia County5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 25, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    One of our favorite places to go and celebrate birthdays etc.
    JB Dawson's Restaurant & Bar - LancasterResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the very kind 4 star review & your continued patronage.

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  7. Cat

    Philadelphia County3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always enjoy our visits. Food is always amazing and wait staff exceptional. We continue to visit for our date nights and celebrations.
    JB Dawson's Restaurant & Bar - LancasterResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the wonderful review & your continued patronage!

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  8. Alan

    South Carolina2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a pleasure eating at JB Dawson’s! Like many folks in Lancaster in the early evening we had tickets for the evening performance at the Sight and Sound Theater and eating at JB Dawson’s makes the whole evening very pleasant! Thank you!!!

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  9. Kristin

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fantastic and service was great. Would definitely recommend.
    JB Dawson's Restaurant & Bar - LancasterResponded on June 23, 2025
    Thanks for the wonderful review! Can't wait to have you back.

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  10. philip

    New York City4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    My complaint was that the Ribeye steak was thin and chewy. Was extremely dissapointed after our experience last time we visited Lancaster and had 2 wonderful meals at the restaurant.

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FAQs

JB Dawson's Restaurant & Bar - Lancaster offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (717) 399-3996.

JB Dawson's Restaurant & Bar - Lancaster is rated 4.7 stars by 1113 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 20 times today
Google Map for JB Dawson's Restaurant & Bar - Lancaster

491 Park City Ctr, Lancaster, PA 17601

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Harrisburg Pike
  • Neighborhood
    Lancaster
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–7:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    We have the mall parking lot.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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