Welcome to PepperTheo Cafe

Lancaster's Unique, Intimate, and Elegant Event Experience

The PepperTheo Journey

You may know them as the in-house Tellus caterers or maybe you were at a special function where they wooed your taste buds; now Christine and Joe Hess (no relation!) of Cracked Pepper Catering want you to get to know them through their latest endeavor, PepperTheo Cafe & Events.

With over fifty combined years of hospitality experience between them, Christine and Joe know how to throw a party! From celebratory rehearsal dinners to surprise birthday shenanigans to small, intimate commemorations, Cracked Pepper has helped many Lancastarian plan the perfect menu to please their guests.

Now, the duo at Cracked Pepper Catering are excited to invite you to come see their event space! Available for booking, with easy and nearby parking on-site, PepperTheo Cafe & Events is located on the grounds of the Lancaster Theological Seminary, in a devastatingly unique space known as the Refectory.

Built in 1916 in the Tudor Revival Style, with the original dining tables intact, buttressed by two immense fireplaces with mantels covered in original Mercer tiles from the Moravian Pottery and Tile Works in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, you will be dining in historic bliss. The colored glass twinkling in the windows was imported from Belgian greenhouses damaged during WWI. Overheard from one youngster, being there feels like you’re deep inside a Harry Potter novel.

We are excited to use this great space for special events such as Rehearsal Dinners, Baby Showers, Weddings, and Corporate Events. We will host Chef Dinners, Theme Nights, and any fun experience that you can think of! Let us create the event of your dreams at PepperTheo Cafe & Events!

Share your plans with us today at info@crackedpepperlancaster.com.

Thank you for your continued support of small businesses in this city we all cherish and call home!

PepperTheo is ready to host your next special event!

Ask us about availability.

Want to take a peek at this exquisite historical building? Just reach out and we’ll give you the grand tour!

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Outside courtyard for Pepper Theo Cafe is Lancaster's premier intimate and elegant dining and event experience. Available for lunch and dinner reservations and to book your private event, wedding, corporate, event, or party.

Enjoy our gorgeous and serene patio during your special event!

*Weather Permitting*

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Interested in Holding your Event at PepperTheo?

Email us at info@crackedpepperlancaster.com or use the “Contact” link at the top of the page.

Planning Your Wedding?  Looking for the Perfect Caterer for your Reception?  Searching for a Unique Space for your Rehearsal Dinner?  Please Contact our Wedding Events Consultant at weddings@crackedpepperlancaster.com 

Follow our journey.

Our uniquely beautiful event venue was built in 1916 in the Tudor Revival Style. The space is buttressed by two immense fireplaces with mantels covered in original Mercer tiles from the Moravian Pottery and Tile Works in Doylestown, Pennsylvania (on
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