Lancaster County Dutch Market

During our family visit to Lancaster County Dutch Market, we indulged in Lapp's Soft Pretzels. They were freshly baked and wonderfully soft, making for a delightful snack. The warm and welcoming atmosphere added to our enjoyment of the experience.

Thursday 1/18/2024

I've always held Germantown Dutch market in high regard but after trying more of the Dutch market locations in Maryland (like Annapolis, Laurel, and upper Marlboro) my opinion has changed.

If I was ranking all of the Maryland Dutch markets I've been to I would say: first Annapolis, second Laurel, third Germantown, and lastly upper Marlboro.

I think Germantown Dutch market definitely excels in theirs pretzels & logs, their wings & wedges from kings bbq pit, and their wonderful carrot cake. My favorite items: carrot cake, carrot bread, cinnamon raisin pretzel, ham and cheese log, bbq wings, seasoned wings, ribs, and the potato wedges.
The donuts are solid but their bakery in general doesn't really come close to the Annapolis one or the Laurel one.
Also The ice cream is pretty mediocre, the fudge is decent, and the juices are okay for the most part.

Overall, I still really like Germantown Dutch market but it's just not as good as Annapolis or Laurel and that's completely fine.

My sister and I stopped at the Germantown location on our way to watch my daughters play in the Rugby Nationals there last year. The smells, food and atmosphere were so good there we still talk about it. My girls are back there now and I told them they have to stop by and experience it for themselves. I live in the center of the US and would travel back just for a pretzel.

Very good friend chicken and ribs. I love their donuts as well. The people who work there are sweet and respected.

Always have to go here once a week for fresh products. Notable stalls in no order:
-Fruit & juice
-Pretzels/hot dogs
-Fried chicken
-Fresh meat
-Cheese/ice cream/cheesecake
-Chocolate/candy
-Cold bar
-Seasoning
-Bakery goods
-Furniture

There's also a restaurant within that is worth standing in line for. Big portions and so yummy. Come early to avoid crowds and lines.

Stopped in for customer appreciation day pig roast this evening and received a free donut and free lemonade. Decided to try a sour cream and onion pretzel and may never have a plain pretzel again. I'm hoping they sell the seasoning as it would be perfect on popcorn! There was so much meat on the pulled pork sandwich that I have leftovers for another meal. The pork was tender, delicious, and falling off the bun. In the future, I'll probably skip the sandwich and get a pint or a quart of meat. If you are in the area, stop in on Friday or Saturday for free treats, pig roast, and door prizes!

I get excited when Thursday is coming and it's almost the weekend... because the Amish market is open!

I live ~45 minutes away from Germantown, but I stop by whenever I can - mainly for their freshly made soft pretzels. These are the best, at the first stand when you walk in. I usually go at the last minute, and they still have a few left - but I'd recommend going earlier if possible when they have more options at all the stalls!

My dad's favorite is the apple bread at the bakery to the left of the entrance when you walk in. Their cake slices are also pretty good - I'd always get the double chocolate at that same bakery.

I have yet to try the meat and prepared food, ice cream, and sit-down restaurant... definitely check out the market if you get the chance, and get yourself a pretzel!

I don't understand how I have lived in Maryland for most of my life but have never visited the Dutch market but I'm so glad I was able to finally go!

For Black Friday, they were giving the first 50 people in line $10. I was not there at opening so I didn't get it but my friends did, and using that discount was extremely easy. They were also giving out free donuts and coffee, which were delicious. At the cafe, I purchased a waffle which was not only affordable ($12) but it was absolutely huge! All the portions were big and we ate about half of everything and were able to get to go boxes to take home.

In addition to offering a range of baked goods, fresh cuts of meat, preservatives, all from the Amish people, they are also very well known for their pretzels. I got a pretzel with sausage and cheese and a sour cream and onion pretzel, both were fresh and delicious. I will definitely return to try more things!

This is a perfect local Amish market similar to the Philly Reading Terminal. I started with the pretzels, I got one with roast beef and the other with sausage and jalapeños. The roast beef one was better. I also stood in line for the fried chicken I bought the 8 piece option and got a few potatoes, which the boys ate up the minute I got home. I also picked up a carrot cake 1/2 sheet and one of the chocolate chip whoopie cookie, that we have been fighting over (playfully) it's so good! We'll definitely be back, there's so many other options and sweets to try. They even have a restaurant if you wanted to dine there.

This place is a gem! My husband and I stopped by on a Saturday around lunch time and the place was pretty packed. Although the lines are long, they move pretty quickly so don't let that deter you from waiting.

The food is delicious and fresh. Highly recommend the fried chicken and baby back ribs at King's BBQ. We got the platters which came with potato wedges, a side of coleslaw, a pickle and a soft dinner roll. The portions were pretty big but the food was so good that we just finished everything. We also got a half dozen donuts from Beiler's. They have some great fall flavors--pumpkin, apple, salted caramel--but our favorite is the maple bacon. We used to live in Philly and go to the one at Reading Terminal Market, so we're glad we have one close by to us here! We also got the pretzel rolls but we were too full to eat them so we're saving them for later :)

Also, there isn't really a place to eat inside (except for the restaurant) so if you don't want to wait to eat your food like us, highly recommend just eating in your car :)