Yelp Names Lancaster, PA as Home to One of the Best Cheeseburgers in the US

If you ever wondered who serves the best cheeseburger in Pennsylvania, Yelp’s analysis of reviews answers this question. Being only a two-hour drive from State College, Route 66 in Lancaster has received this accolade.

Yelp compiled a list known as “Top cheeseburgers in every state in 2023”, which saw Route 66 taking the lead in Pennsylvania. This was determined by examining a high number of Yelp reviews with the word “cheeseburger”, and ranking restaurants according to the number of five-star ratings left between Jan. 1 and July 20.

What does Route 66 offer?

At Route 66, a single cheeseburger starts at $5.99, while a double cheeseburger starts at $8.99. For the more voracious, there are triple and quad cheeseburger options. Each single cheeseburger is made with a homemade black Angus beef patty and a variety of topping choices.

The restaurant has garnered 97 five-star reviews on Yelp as of Wednesday, with one September review saying, “Blown away, simply amazing. I wish I could give these guys more stars than just 5.” Another reviewer from May noted, “Located on a corner on a random street in Lancaster, this is a place not to pass up on. It’s delicious, quiet and clean inside.”

Plan a Visit to Route 66

If you’re planning to experience Pennsylvania’s best cheeseburger, Route 66 is located at 45 W. Liberty St., No. 2700 in Lancaster. Beyond burgers, the restaurant also offers various American cuisine options like fried chicken, plant-based burgers, salads, and ice cream. The entire menu can be found online.

Route 66 is open Tuesday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. To make an order, visit their website or call the restaurant at 717-394-0010.