Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
A place at the table.
A story beyond it.
A cocktail bar and restaurant shaped by African American foodways and the stories of the Underground Railroad.
Follow the story
It begins with
being welcomed.
A shared meal. A conversation that lasts a little longer. The pleasure of being together.
At Star & Lantern, hospitality is also an invitation to discover the stories behind our name.
There is more to welcomeA welcome could
change a journey.
For people seeking freedom on the Underground Railroad, help along the way could mean food, shelter, and a place to rest.
At the heart of that history are the courage of freedom seekers and the communities who stood with them.
Our name recalls the North Star that guided them, and the lanterns that welcomed them.
The story continues
History has
a place here.
In the food we share. The drinks we raise. The art and stories that surround us.
Southern and Pennsylvania food traditions open a conversation about African American foodways, freedom, and the connections between people.
We invite you to take a seat, and be part of that conversation.
Rooted in Kennett SquareThe story continues in Kennett Square
A story that
brings us together.
Star & Lantern is part of Square Roots Collective’s work to create places of connection in our community.
Voices Underground brings scholarly and creative leadership to the stories we share.
