The First Post Menu (Update 2025)

The First Post is a New American restaurant located in York, PA, offering a diverse menu with a focus on seafood. With a range of vegan options, wheelchair accessibility, and free Wi-Fi, it caters to a variety of preferences and needs. Customers rave about the periodic menu updates, great food quality, and excellent service. The ambiance is described as cozy and inviting, making it a go-to spot for date nights and special occasions. The menu boasts delicious options like Blue Point oysters, crab soup, calamari, chicken gruyere cheese, and more. The generous portions and flavorful dishes, along with attentive service from friendly staff like Diane and Steve, create a memorable dining experience. Overall, The First Post impresses with its tasty dishes, warm atmosphere, and top-notch service, making it a must-visit in the York area.

On Draught

The First Post Crooked Horse Lager

Abv .% - ibu - lancaster, pa

$4.00

Dogfish Head - Mango Smoovie - Sour Ale

Abv .% - milton, de

$6.00

Evil Genius - There's No Crying In Baseball - Mango Ipa

Abv % - philadelphia, pa

$5.00

Fat Heads - Groovy Juice - Neipa

Abv .% - pittsburgh, pa

$6.00

Wyndridge - Mojito Cider - Hard Cider

Abv .% - dallastown, pa

$15.00

Ommegang - Hennepin - Farmhouse Saison

Abv .% - cooperstown, ny

$6.50

Rusty Rail- Strange Love Imperial Key Lime Ale

Abv % - mifflinburg, pa

$6.00

Troegs - Field Study - Ipa

Abv .% - hershey, pa

$15.00

New Trail - Rocksylvania - Neipa

Abv % - williamsport, pa

$6.00

South County - Liminal Moment - Nedipa

Abv .% - fawn grove, pa

$7.00

Guinness - Nitro Draught - Irish Dry Stout

Abv .% dublin, ireland

$6.00

Imperial Jo - Espresso Double Milk Stout

Abv % - lancaster, pa

$15.00

Yuengling Lager

Abv .%

$4.00

Blue Moon

Abv .%

$4.50

Corona

Abv .%

$4.50

Stella Artois

Abv %

$5.00

Michelob Ultra

Abv .%

$4.00

Michelob Ultra Pure Gold Organic Lager

Abv .%

$4.50

Angry Orchard Hard Cider

Abv %

$5.00

Coors Light

Abv .%

$4.00

Miller Lite

Abv .%

$4.00

Bud Light

Abv .%

$4.00

Budweiser

Abv %

$4.00

Heineken

Abv %

$4.00

Heineken .

Non alcoholic

$4.00

Head Hunter Ipa

Abv .%

$5.00

Bumbleberry Honey Blueberry Ale

Abv .%

$5.00

Crafty Cranberry Hard Cider

Abv .%

$5.00

Crafty Dry Hopped Hard Cider

Abv .%

$5.00

Original Blend

Abv .%

$5.00

Double Blend

Abv .%

$6.00

Minute - Ipa

Abv %

$5.00

Handhelds

White

Moscato | Luccio | Italy

Sweet tangerine, citrus, honey

Sauvignon Blanc | The Crossings | Marlborough

Bright citrus, tropical fruit, grass

Riesling | The Seeker | Germany

White peach, grapefruit & nectarine, crisp

Brut Cuvee | Tott's | California

Green apple, pear, bright effervescence

$22.00

Prosecco | Elmo Pio | Italy

(ml split) lightly creamy, crisp, refreshing

$12.00

Prosecco | Moletto | Italy

Crisp, fruity, refined

$38.00

Pinot Grigio | Della Scala | Italy

Pear, citrus, crisp

Cuvee Chardonnay | J Vineyards | California

Asian pear, honeysuckle, zesty finish

$65.00

Champagne | Dom Perignon | France

Brioche, zesty citrus & stone fruit, elegant finish

$225.00

Chardonnay | Cave De Lugny | Burgundy

Citrus, white flowers, honey

Chardonnay | Raeburn | Russian River Valley

Creme brulee, stone fruit, toasted oak

Sauvignon Blanc | Orin Swift Blank Stare | Ca

Kiwi, lime, meyer lemon finish

$70.00

Chardonnay | Orin Swift Mannequin | Ca

Meyer lemon, vanilla creme, sweet oa

$80.00

Cava Brut Rose | Campo Viejo | Rioja

Balanced, sparkling, fruity

Rose | Ame Du Vin | Cotes De Province

Apricot, citrus, jasmine flower

Rose | Bieler Pere & Fils | Coteaux D'aix-En- Province

Wild raspberry, white peach, herbs

$36.00

Rose

Red

Chianti D.o.c.g. Riserva | Ducarosso | Tuscany

Dry, wood & spice, slightly tannic

Malbec | Dona Paula Los Cardos | Mendoza

Red fruits, herbs, velvety

Bordeaux | Chateau Paret | France

Red fruit aroma, powerful, smooth

Merlot | J Lohr | California

Blueberry, char, pepper spice

Petite Sirah | Haraszthy Bearitage | Lodi

Blueberries, chocolate, black pepper

Sangiovese | Tentura Sassoregale | Tuscany

Cherries, wild berries & leather, moderate spice

Cabernet | Mas La Chevaliere | France

Black currant, herbal, developed tannins

Cabernet | Storypoint | California

Blackberry jam, toasted oak, nutmeg & vanilla

Red Zinfandel | Predator Old Vine | Lodi

Smoked meat, slightly jammy, spicy notes

Red Blend Pessimist | Paso Robles

Dark fruit, smoky truffle, spicy oak

Cabernet Sauvignon | Groth Oakville | California

Black stone fruit, sweet vanilla, soft tannins

$85.00

Red Blend | Orin Swift Papillon | Napa Valley

Black currant, blackberry, vibrant acidity

$95.00

Bella Sera Moscato

$7.00

Cabernet

Merlot

Pinot Noir

Chardonnay

Pinot Grigio

Rose

House Wines

Cocktail Menu

Perfect "Pear" Mojito

Pear vodka, ginger liqueur, mint, lime, simple syrup

$10.00

Nutty Monk

Skrewball peanut butter whiskey, frangelico, lemon twist

$10.00

Courage Cafe

Jalapeno infused espresso, blanco tequila, licor , simple syrup

$10.00

Flannel Mule

First post select woodford, maple syrup, ginger beer, maple bitters

$10.00

The Revolutionary

Bluecoat gin, carpano classic vermouth, fernet-branca

$12.00

Ginger Snap

Ginger liqueur, rumchata, goslings, cream

$10.00

First Post Punch

Apple vodka, pomegranate liqueur, apple cider, cranberry juice

$8.00

New Fashioned

First post select woodford, disaronno amaretto, cherry, orange twist

$9.00

Traditional Sangria

Red wine, brandy, triple sec, cranberry juice, orange juice

$7.00

First Class Manhattan

Whistlepig rye, carpano antica, maple bitters, luxardo cherry, not subject to happy hour pricing

$16.00

Portobello Melt

Grilled portobello, roasted red pepper, grilled zucchini, provolone, grilled sourdough

$9.00

Beyond Burger

Meatless burger, roasted mushrooms, gruyere, roasted garlic mayo, lettuce, tomato, country white bun

$12.00

Post Steak Sandwich

Brie, red onion jam, roasted garlic mayo, arugula, artisan roll

$11.00

Nashville Hot Chicken

Spicy fried chicken, bread & butter pickles, tomato, mayo, lettuce, country white bun

$10.00

Greek Chicken Pita

Grilled chicken, tomato, cucumber, red onion, feta, arugula, tzatziki, pita bread |

$10.00

Gouda Onion Burger

Smoked gouda, caramelized onions, arugula, roasted tomato mayo, country white bun

$11.00

Post Burger

Lettuce, tomato, smoked bacon, aged cheddar, mayo, country white bun

$11.00

Pho'rench Dip

Shaved vietnamese spiced beef, sambal mayo, hoisin, basil, scallions, pho broth, cilantro, onion, lime

$11.00

Crab Melt

House crab cake, york valley cheddar, grilled tomatoes, buttered english muffin

$14.00

New England Lobster Roll

Steamed lobster, aioli, herbs, spices, house dressing, frankfurt roll, mixed greens, fries

$22.00

Honey Sriracha Chicken

Grilled breast, honey sriracha glaze, avocado, japanese mayo, sweet soy slaw, country white bun

$10.00

Seared Tuna Sandwich

Spicy sesame seared tuna, cucumber, avocado, wasabi mayo, sweet soy greens, artisan roll

$15.00

Between Bread

Lunch Entrees

Steak Frites

Usda choice flank steak, mixed greens, truffle vinaigrette, french fries, mushroom demi

$19.00

Salmon

Gf cider glazed, roasted root vegetables, arugula walnut pesto

$24.00

Fish & Chips

Beer battered fresh fish, caper tartar sauce, french fries, house country slaw

$17.00

Oven Baked Crab Cakes

Old bay fries, grilled asparagus, sweet corn relish, roasted red pepper cream

$24.00

Scallops

Caramelized leek and walnut risotto, heirloom carrots, fried kale, pomegranate vinaigrette, arugula walnut pesto

$29.00

Truffled Mushroom Gnocchi

I housemade ricotta gnocchi, wild mushrooms, arugula, truffle cream sauce

$13.00

Shrimp & Scallop Florentine

Spinach, roasted red peppers, tomatoes, spicy tomato cream sauce, gemelli pasta

$18.00

Sausage Paccheri

Italian sausage ragu, paccheri pasta, aged parmesan

$13.00

Chicken Orecchiette

Sauteed chicken, oven dried tomatoes, prosciutto, mozzarella, spinach, tomato cream, orecchiette pasta

$13.00

Shrimp Bistro Scampi

Shrimp, roasted tomatoes, roasted garlic, basil, light wine cream

$15.00

Lobster Gemelli

Poached lobster, oven roasted tomatoes, corn, mozzarella, pesto cream

$16.00

Petite Pastas And Salad

From The Farm

Hibachi Steak

Flank, herb mashed potatoes, wasabi butter, tempura asparagus, shiitake soy jus

$19.00

Ny Strip

Cocoa chili rub, roasted fingerling potatoes, summer succotash, chimichurri

$26.00

Grilled Meatloaf

Bacon wrapped & grilled, herb mashed potatoes, garlic broccolini, bbq demi glaze

$19.00

Filet Mignon

Herb mashed potatoes, asparagus, charred bleu cheese onion, red wine demi glaze

$28.00

Surf & Turf

Filet, grilled lobster tail, herb mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus, red wine demi-glace, caramelized leek fondue

$39.00

Sirloin & Crab Care

Herb mashed potatoes, green beans, crab cake, roasted red pepper cream, corn relish

$26.00

Sriracha Bbq Chicken

Half roast chicken, sriracha bbq sauce, herb mashed potatoes, garlic broccolini, asian slaw

$19.00

Prime Pork Chop

Slow roasted & grilled, bacon brussels sprouts, cheddar grits, apple pork jus

$19.00

Bbq Short Rib

Bbq braised, cheddar grits, glazed heirloom carrots, bbq jus

$19.00

Summer Salmon

Scottish salmon, brown sugar glaze, corn relish, warm potato crab salad, sauteed spinach

$24.00

Fish & Chips

Beer battered fresh fish, caper tartar sauce, french fries, house country slaw

$17.00

Oven Baked Crab Cares

Herb mashed potatoes, old bay butter, green beans, sweet corn relish, roasted red pepper cream

$24.00

Stuffed Trout

Crab stuffed, herb mashed potatoes, roasted asparagus, lemon vinaigrette

$25.00

Scallop Entree

Summer succotash, risotto, baby carrots, pancetta, watermelon vinaigrette

$24.00

Shrimp & Grits

Sauteed colossal shrimp, andouille sausage, spicy creole sauce, cheddar grits

$24.00

Cioppino

Seafood stew: shrimp, scallops, fish, crab, mussels, clams, tomatoes, onions, fennel, grilled sourdough, uni butter

$24.00

From The Sea

Specialty Pastas

Summer Vegetarian Pasta

Cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, edamame, red pepper, summer squash, arugula, orecchiette, basil pesto

$15.00

Crab & Corn

Jumbo lump crab, sweet corn, oven roasted tomatoes, arugula, parmesan cream, spaghetti

$22.00

Angel Hair Shrimp

Prosciutto, roasted tomatoes, pomodoro, pesto cream, angel hair pasta

$20.00

Blackened Scallop Buccatini

Roasted garlic, roasted tomatoes, scallions, parmesan cream

$20.00

Shrimp & Sausage Marsala

Mushrooms, caramelized onions, basil, spinach, marsala cream, rigatoni

$20.00

Chicken Orecchiette

Oven dried tomatoes, prosciutto, mozzarella, spinach, tomato cream, orecchiette

$17.00

Pink Moon

Prince edward island each

$2.50

Mermaid

Virginia each

$2.00

Chef Selected Oyster Of The Day

Each

$2.50

Raw Bar