
Multilevel pub serving surf ‘n’ turf & elevated pub grub in a stylish, traditional atmosphere.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 3691 E Market St, York, PA 17402
Phone: (717) 430-8115
Website: http://thefirstpostyork.com/
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Reviews
We’ve lived in York for six years now and have been going to the First Post all this time — with mixed results. Generally, we have no major complaints, but there are a few pet peeves. And, unfortunately, our last visit on New Year’s Eve (2025) was our worst visit yet.
Let’s start with the young ladies at the front desk. Their cordiality often seems forced. When we walk in, we always test them, saying, “hello,” then deliberately pausing for a response. Most of the time, they can’t be bothered to return our greeting. They just look at you with a “What do you want?” kinda look. This last visit was one of those times. Whatever. No biggie.
More importantly, the food has gotten more expensive, yet the portions have gotten much smaller. My girlfriend ordered the Fettucine Alfredo with salad on the side. For $25, she got a tiny bowl of pasta, with three shrimp, and half a plate of iceberg lettuce (see pic). We asked our young waiter if he had given us the correct order — not raising our voices, mind you, just incredulous by this paltry serving. Offended, he threw up his hands, said, “That’s all we have,” and stormed off.
We asked to see the manager and told him what occurred, letting him know that we are regulars and demand much more respect — again, never raising our voices. With great tact, he calmly explained that, being late afternoon, we were still getting the “lunch portion.” Okay, fine. That’s all that needed to be said. (Still not happy, but at least he explained the situation.) Moreover, he gave us half off the Alfredo. We thanked him.
To his credit, our waiter did apologize and wish us a Happy New Year, and we returned the sentiment. (This is why there are three, not two, stars.)
While we may return at some point, to see if they’ve taken any of this to heart, we’re still going to search for a new “go-to” in the area.
The Vibe: Perfect for anyone who loves a rustic, warm atmosphere without feeling cramped.
The Service: The staff was exceptionally friendly and attentive, making us feel welcome the moment we walked in.
The Food: * For Seafood Lovers: The freshness is undeniable. I highly recommend the Halibut; it was cooked to perfection and paired beautifully with a rich shiitake mushroom risotto.
For Vegans: They haven’t forgotten about you! The cream of cauliflower soup is excellent—velvety, flavorful, and a must-try.
Whether you’re looking for a hearty meal or just a great spot to soak in a bit of history, this place delivers. I’ll definitely be back!
Multiple rooms give them plenty of historic space and yet each area feels cozy
Food is wonderful
French Onion Soup and Salmon salad from the lunch menu. Previous visits were for dinner
The food was delicious! I recommend the Scotch Eggs, Gouda Onion Burger, and the Andes Mint Chocolate drink. I got the S’mores Flourless Chocolate Cake which was a little heavy for me but everyone else loved it!
The atmosphere was great, it was giving historic and comfy. We also had a nice window view!
I’ve seen a few reviews about the hostesses that didn’t match our experience. The lady who greeted us was friendly and welcoming, and she chatted with us while we waited. I had requested to sit somewhere with a view and she had someone take us to a table overlooking the parking lot, which was nice. It may sound simple, but we appreciated the effort.
All in all, we had a very enjoyable visit and left feeling satisfied. We will certainly be back.