Take a Bite Out of Lancaster's Favorite Twisted Treat: Soft Pretzels
Soft pretzels are pretty much their own food group here in Lancaster County. These twisted culinary delights are the legacy of the region’s Pennsylvania Dutch (Palatine Germans) who emigrated here in the 1700s and brought with them the art of making "bretzels." America's first commercial pretzel bakery was established right here in Lancaster County (Sturgis in Lititz) and still operates today, making the crunchy variety.
A trip to Lancaster County wouldn't be complete without indulging in a soft pretzel, with its distinctive shape, chewy texture and coarse salt topping. And don't forget mustard for dipping for an authentic experience. Try a soft pretzel at one of these locations, all within a short drive of After Eight Bed & Breakfast.
Countryside Road Stand
2966 Stumptown Road, Ronks
This Amish owned-and-operated roadside stand is the perfect little stop on your trip to Pennsylvania Dutch Country. Grab a hand-rolled soft pretzel and wash it down with a homemade birch beer. While you're there, peruse the roadside stand's other offerings, including quilts, baked goods, canned items, homemade noodles, in-season produce, apple butter and more.
Immergut Soft Pretzels
3537 Old Philadelphia Pike, Intercourse
Immergut translates to “Always Good” in Pennsylvania Dutch, and that’s exactly what these pretzels are! This Amish-run business focuses on soft pretzels and pretzel wraps, hand rolled and baked to perfection with just the right amount of butter and salt. Pair an Immergut pretzel with their hand-squeezed lemonade for the perfect treat!
Dutch Country Soft Pretzels
2758-1 Division Highway (Rt. 322), New Holland
Dutch Country Soft Pretzels has been baking in Lancaster for over 25 years. As you approach the store, the fresh-baked aroma will be impossible to resist. You can watch the delicious pretzels and pretzel rolls being made fresh right before your eyes. And the taste... mouthwatering! Check out this hidden gem for yourself.
Pretzels on Market
23 N. Market St., Lancaster
Located in Lancaster's Historic Central Market, Pretzels on Market serves delicious Philly- and Lancaster-style pretzels with various dipping sauces. Start your day off right with one of their pretzel breakfast sandwiches, like sausage, egg and cheese. Then grab some pretzel mixes so you can bake some Pennsylvania Dutch pretzels back home.
Foltz Pretzels
60 N. Queen St., Lancaster
Located in downtown Lancaster, Foltz offers hand-rolled soft pretzels with a number of seasoning options, as well as pretzel dogs and pretzel nuggets. This is a great place to stop in for a snack while you are exploring the city.
