Let the Cooking Up To Us!
Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre fuses the freshest ingredients and sizzling flavors in an exciting display of taste and talent. We believe that providing a wonderfully delicious culinary experience is part of what makes your time out with us extra special.
In addition to showcasing Lancaster’s finest produce, this season’s selections will feature new twists on traditional favorites. Choose from a variety of salads to create your own masterpiece. Enjoy seafood selections, seasonal dishes with plenty of protein options with changing show menu.
Be sure to leave room for the sweetest stop in your culinary journey — the never-ending dessert bar. Treat yourself to our decadent selection of cakes and pies designed for each new show by our in-house Baker. Top it all off with a trip to our ice cream bar with all your favorites.
Our culinary team mindfully creates each menu to ensure multiple choices for those with allergies and intolerances. Every dish is caringly labelled to deliver a memorable culinary experience for each and every guest.
Whether you are new to the Dutch Apple experience or have been a long-time subscriber, our culinary creations will delight your taste buds. We can’t wait for you to experience everything our menu has to offer.*
State and local health departments regulate food safety; therefore, in compliance with regulations, only food and beverages prepared and served by Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre may be consumed in the theatre and lobby areas.
Matinee 12:45 PM Evening 7:15 PM Twilight 6:45 PM
Current Show Menus
Please click on the menu choices below to view your performance menu.
Menu items on our hot buffet are always steamed or baked, never fried in peanut oils.
Upcoming show menus are available 2 weeks prior to show opening.**
While we no longer offer a prime rib carving station on the Friday and Saturday night buffets, prime rib is available on Thursday nights as one of the entree options on the served menu
Allergen Warning: All food is prepared in a shared environment which could cause exposure to know food allergens including, but not limited to: peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat, egg, fish, shellfish and milk.
Our menus include options for dietary restrictions:
V= Vegetarian GF= Gluten Free DF= Dairy Free
** Menu is always subject to change.
(Always subject to change)
You’ve Got a Friend Homemade Meatloaf (GF) (DF)
Sweet Seasons Honey Dijon Chicken Breast (GF)
It’s Too Late Apple-bourbon Glazed Pork Ribs (GF) (DF)
So Far Away Herb Roasted Cod in white wine butter sauce (GF)
Beautiful Autumn Harvest Pasta (V)
Up on the Roof Roasted Parmesan Potatoes (GF)
Natural Woman Roasted Brussel Sprouts and Caramelized Onions (GF) (DF)
One Fine Day Green Beans, Wax Beans and Carrots (GF) (DF)
Assorted Desserts – Choose from a variety of pies, cakes, ice cream and specialty desserts from our baker. Sugar-free desserts are available upon request.
** All meals include full salad bar with specialty salads, rolls and butter, iced tea, hot tea, and coffee. Sodas and all other drinks are an additional charge.**
Allergen Warning: All food is prepared in a shared environment which could cause exposure to know food allergens including, but not limited to peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat, egg, fish, shellfish and milk.
ALWAYS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
SOUP
Roasted Cauliflower and Butternut Squash
SALAD (Choice of One)
House Salad Mixed greens, shredded carrots, cucumbers and tomatoes. Choice of dressing: Ranch, honey mustard, balsamic vinaigrette or blue cheese.
Caesar Salad Fresh-cut romaine lettuce with Caesar dressing topped with croutons and shredded Parmesan.
ENTREE (Choice of One)
Prime Rib (GF) Medium Rare – warm red center Medium – warm pink center Well – no pink
Cut to order topped with roasted shallots in a Madeira wine sauce served with crispy parmesan fingerling potatoes and butter tri-colored carrots.
Carole’s Golden Roasted Chicken (GF) Airline chicken breast topped with wild mushroom, roasted tomato and thyme cream sauce, served with crispy parmesan fingerling potatoes and butter tri-colored carrots.
The Natural Harmony Arctic Char Finished with brown butter lemon caper sauce, served with autumn orzo and butter tri-colored carrots. Char is a cross between salmon and trout with a mild, slightly sweet & buttery taste.
A Songwriter’s Ricotta Ravioli (V) Topped with sundried tomato spinach pesto and shaved parmesan served with garlic bread.
Breaded Chicken Fingers Served with crispy parmesan fingerling potatoes, butter tri-color carrots and honey mustard dipping sauce.
Breaded Plant-Based Chicken Fingers (V) Breaded and baked served with autumn orzo and honey mustard dipping sauce.
SPECIALTY DESSERTS (Choice of One)
Pumpkin Harvest Cheesecake* – A creamy New York style cheesecake swirled with pumpkin pie filling and topped with a cinnamon-flavored white chocolate mousse in graham cracker crumb crust. Served with Whipped cream and a dusting of cinnamon.
Chocolate Lovin’ Spoonful Cake* – Layers of dark, moist chocolate cake sandwiching two layers of chocolate pudding and covered chocolate fudge icing and chunks of moist chocolate cake, and chocolate curls. Served with a chocolate drizzle, and whipped cream.
Salted Caramel Vanilla Crunch Cake* – A light, buttery vanilla-flecked cake waves of caramel cake layered with a salted caramel crunch and a creamy custard layer. Served with a caramel drizzle and whipped cream.
*CONTAINS: EGGS, MILK, SOY, WHEAT, PEANUTS, PROCESSED IN A FACILITY THAT ALSO PROCESS PEANUTS AND TREE NUTS.
Allergen Warning: All food is prepared in a shared environment which could cause exposure to know food allergens including, but not limited to peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat, egg, fish, shellfish and milk.
(All items are á la carte and are separately priced from show ticket prices.)
APPETIZERS
Soft Pretzel Braid $5.99 Served with choice of honey mustard, yellow mustard or cheese dip.
Baked Breaded Chicken Tenders $7.99 4-pc. tenders served with honey mustard sauce.
Baked Breaded Vegan Tenders (V) $10.99 4-pc. tenders served with honey mustard sauce.
Cheesesteak Egg Rolls $12.99 Served with house made chipotle ranch or marinara.
SPECIALTY DESSERTS $7.99 Each
Chocolate Lovin’ Spoonful Cake* – Rich chocolate pudding sandwiched between two layers of moist, dark chocolate drenched chocolate cake.
Harvest Pumpkin Cheesecake* – Creamy New York-style cheesecake swirled with pumpkin pie filling and topped with cinnamon flavored white chocolate mousse in graham cracker crumb crust.
Salted Caramel Vanilla Crunch Cake* – Buttery vanilla-flecked sponge cake with waves of caramel cake, a salted caramel crunch layer, a creamy custard layer, and a caramel drizzle.
*CONTAINS: EGGS, MILK, SOY, WHEAT. PROCESSED IN A FACILITY THAT ALSO PROCESS PEANUTS AND TREENUTS.
Allergen Warning: All food is prepared in a shared environment which could cause exposure to know food allergens including, but not limited to peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat, egg, fish, shellfish and milk.
ALL A LA CARTE ORDERS MUST BE PLACED PRIOR TO START OF SHOW
(Always subject to change)
Smoked BBQ Brisket (GF)
Pretzel Crusted Chicken In A Honey Sauce
Apple Bourbon Glazed Pork Ribs (GF) (DF)
Herb Roasted Cod in White Wine Butter Sauce (GF)
Autumn Harvest Pasta (V)
Smashed Potatoes & Beef Gravy (GF)
Roasted Brussel Sprouts & Caramelized Onions (GF) (DF)
Buttered Sweet Corn (GF) (DF)
GF – Gluten Free VG – Vegan DF – Dairy Free
Assorted Desserts
Choose from a variety of pies, cakes, ice cream and specialty desserts from our baker.
Sugar-free desserts are available upon request.
All meals include a complete salad bar with specialty salads, rolls and butter, iced tea, hot tea, and coffee. Sodas and all other drinks are an additional charge.
* The buffet closes 15 minutes prior to show time. *
Matinee 12:45 PM Evening 7:15 PM Twilight 6:45 PM
Allergen Warning: All food is prepared in a shared environment which could cause exposure to know food allergens including, but not limited to peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat, egg, fish, shellfish and milk.
(Always subject to change)
Queens Cut (GF) Slow roasted brisket in rich peppercorn jus topped with creamy horseradish
Chicken & Waffle Royale Crispy chicken served over fluffy Belgian waffles with hot honey maple syrup
Fabulous Florentine Shells (V) Ricotta stuffed shells in a spinach and roasted tomato cream sauce
Tater Hots (GF) (V) Roasted breakfast potatoes tossed with sharp cheddar, chives, and roasted garlic
Eggs, Eggs, Baby (GF) Fluffy scrambled eggs finished with chives and cracked black pepper
Bacon Me Crazy (GF) Crispy applewood smoked bacon
Serving Looks (GF) (V) Honey glazed rainbow carrots & toasted pistachios
Green with Envy (GF) (V) Roasted brussels sprouts with balsamic glaze and parmesan cheese
All menus include a complete salad bar with specialty salads, rolls and butter.
Assorted Desserts
Pies, rainbow cake, cookies, and mini pastries from our baker. Sugar-free desserts available upon request.
All meals include iced tea, hot tea, and coffee. Sodas and all other drinks are an additional charge.