7 Food Spots to Discover Downtown's Cultural Tapestry

Looking for a variety of cultural tastes? Look no further than Downtown York and its diverse dining offerings.

BY HANNAH BEARD | MARKETING & MERCHANT ENGAGEMENT MANAGER

Journey through a curated selection of culturally diverse restaurants and eateries where every dish tells a story and every bite is a celebration of Downtown York’s multicultural spirit.

Detroit Street Food

Penn Market, 380 W. Market St.

Owner, Chef Steph, is a Detroit, MI native who moved to York in 2019 and opened Detroit Street Food as a way to honor her hometown. Chef Steph is a lover of music and food, and loves to unite people with a taste of the city that raised her.

DISH TO TRY: Detroit Coney, an all-beef hot dog, with signature chili, white onions, and mustard.

Lamb Shawarma from Middle Eastern Shawarma

Middle Eastern Shawarma

Central Market, 34 W. Philadelphia St.

Discover delicious delicacies cooked to  perfection with the best ingredients and deeply rooted in tradition.

DISH TO TRY: Lamb Shawarma featuring lamb, lettuce, tomato, onions, feta cheese, and tzatziki sauce.

Neama’s Egyptian Food

24 N. George St.

Serving fresh dishes that define Egyptian cuisine, this restaurant has become a local favorite, known for delivering the true taste of Egypt.

DISH TO TRY: Pickled Eggplant

Picalonga Sabor Tropical

Picalonga Sabor Tropical

111 E. King St.

Nestled in the Royal Square District, Picalonga Sabor Tropical has been serving authentic Latin cuisine in Downtown York for 8 years. Picalonga is a quaint restaurant with a commitment to authenticity and a menu that tells a story of York’s Latin heritage.

DISH TO TRY: Picalonga features fried chicken, pork, Dominican sausage, and fried green plantains.

Ginger Tofu and Vegetables from Little Elephant Thai Food

Little Elephant Thai Food

Central Market, 34 W. Philadelphia St.

Located in the Central Market House, Little Elephant Thai food marries affordability with flavor. Order by your appetite: “Baby Elephant” for one menu item, “Mommy Elephant” for two menu items, or “Daddy Elephant” for three menu items.

DISH TO TRY: Ginger Tofu and Vegetables

Mesa Moreira

58 W. Market St.

Mesa Moreira is an inviting dining experience that showcases Portuguese dishes in an elevated dining atmosphere. With the chef and owner having roots in Portugal, authenticity is ensured in every bite.

DISH TO TRY: Seafood Paella, which features lobster, clams, shrimp, mussels, and scallops with yellow rice.

World Grills

29 E. King St.

Fresh Asian food and Thai spices meshed together for the perfect combination of bold, flavorful, and comforting.

DISH TO TRY: Panang Chicken has creamy and sweet curry combined with Panang chili paste, coconut milk, and vegetables, and served with rice.