Restaurants in Allentown
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Best Restaurants
“My husband and I went here four our 10th anniversary. Our waitress was Hannah and she was super friendly and interactive. Every staff member we came in contact with made us feel welcome and valued. The decor and environment is very appealing and conducive for a relaxing time away from the general hustle and bustle. The drink list is abundant and the food, everything we ate was top notch. They have a list of local farms they partner with to obtain their food. My husband and I were very impressed with the this place and absolutely would go again and will recommend others to experience this diamond in a rough.”
“The food and service was amazing! Definitely worth every penny!”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“An excellent place to eat. The food, service and atmosphere were all terrific.”
“wow, their children and waffle was incredibly good, and the people were so nice, I loved it”
Restaurants with Delivery
“We have driven across the country to show our amazing French Bulldogs at the national fair grounds of Allentown. Across the parking lot we were thrilled to find a fantastic farmers market. It is truly full of amazing treats of every kind and every ethnicity. We were incredibly lunch to find FOODS OF THE MEDITERRANEAN yesterday. The owners were in the middle of every part of this place. These two were cooking, talking, selling, serving and best of all for us entertaining.Their ingredients are obviously fresh and everything is prepared daily, fantastic!!!! We had a collection of salads l, they have so many to choose from. We also had moussaka and gyros. So Yummy!!! They gave something for everyone including vegan, vegetarian, halal and everything you can imagine. Also the best Turkish coffee ever. Love the place and love them.”
“This place is awesome! I went for the first time earlier this week and it was way better than I expected! I just wanted to sit a check some school emails, but the food here was too tempting. I had the Rose Garden sandwich, which is delicious with the pesto and spinach combination. I also had a double shot latte with oat milk and hazelnut flavor, which was also wonderful. I also highly approve of the chai here! I'm not a high-end coffee person but this place had tasty drinks and snacks to match. And the overall establishment had a cute charm to it, I love the bench seating by the window. Bathrooms were clean and to save best for last, the guys running the place are very sweet. For a first timer who probably took too long, the ones who made the coffee and sandwich were super nice to me. No bad energy here. Overall 10/10 on this little small business gem in the city.”
“Delicious!!!The chicken is tender and juicy. Food is always tasty and service is phenomenal. They serve some of the yummiest chicken fingers you’ll ever have from a fast food restaurant and their special sauce makes the experience much better. Will definitely be coming back for more. Yum”
“All I got to say is I thought it was all over for me .... Pulling up to this spot had me wishing I brought my gun .... I almost turned around going down that alley ... Glad I didn't tho ... Best tacos in town ... I will be going back for sure ... Please don't let this location fool you ... This is a hidden gem for sure 💯‼️”
“Magnificent food ! Wow the best Mediterranean I have ever eaten ! I travel throughout the Middle East and this is by far some of the most exquisitely prepared food I have ever had ! Every course was superb !!! The flavors come alive, the sauces all homemade ! The meat is all grilled to perfection !!! And the price is reasonable ! Talk about bang for your buck ! I cant wait to eat it again! 5 star fabulous!”
“My husband and I went here four our 10th anniversary. Our waitress was Hannah and she was super friendly and interactive. Every staff member we came in contact with made us feel welcome and valued. The decor and environment is very appealing and conducive for a relaxing time away from the general hustle and bustle. The drink list is abundant and the food, everything we ate was top notch. They have a list of local farms they partner with to obtain their food. My husband and I were very impressed with the this place and absolutely would go again and will recommend others to experience this diamond in a rough.”
“Every time I go to Ms. Velvet’s I know I’ll be greeted with wonderful service and delicious coffee. My go to beverage is a latte and I’m yet to taste one I don’t like. It is always a pleasure visiting the employees of Ms. Velvet’s. The owner Carlos is such a kind human who is constantly giving back to the community. I look forward to watching their business expand into the new location and wherever else they may go. If you are looking for good coffee and exceptional service please stop by Ms. Velvets.”
“Fantastic place. So many amazing beers including the White, Hefe, and raspberry hard tea. Always friendly and speedy service. Fun variety of activities from bingo to retro video game night. Always a great time.”
“this is 1 of the friendliest places to be if you want the best customer service around. as a customer service auditor i give this place 5 out of 5 stars. P.S although #WRGOA is not a good critic we still want to say the waffles are delicious”
“Overall amazing food and experience! First time we have gone and it certainly won’t be the last. Dinner with a group of 9, service was amazing from start to finish, food was amazing, the strawberry pie dessert is unreal! Everyone ate so much and still had left overs to take home, well done to the entire staff! If your thinking about going to the Fairgrounds Hotel for dinner stop thinking, make a reservation and GO!”
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“I have been ordering from Ray's for over twenty years, from way back when they were located on Pennsylvania Ave. The service is always great and the order is always ready on time. Some of my favorites over the years are the cheessteak stromboli, sausage rolls, steak sandwiches and of course the famous pizza! The food is always tasty and freshly made! I plan on ordering from Ray's for many years to come!”
“I don’t write reviews very often , but I went here last week and everything was awesome. I couldn’t believe the place was empty. The food and service was amazing. We also got a chance to try the games. My wife and daughter loved it. If u don’t go here you are missing out.”
“Overall amazing food and experience! First time we have gone and it certainly won’t be the last. Dinner with a group of 9, service was amazing from start to finish, food was amazing, the strawberry pie dessert is unreal! Everyone ate so much and still had left overs to take home, well done to the entire staff! If your thinking about going to the Fairgrounds Hotel for dinner stop thinking, make a reservation and GO!”
“What a great place to host a private surprise birthday party ! We had such a special time here today. The staff is the best!! 5 stars !! I would highly recommend for all your special events. Great food, plenty of off street parking and wonderful atmosphere !! We will be back.”
“I typically don't write reviews unless I think the place truly needs a shout out, and this needs a shout out. My husband and I ate/drank tonight at the location in trexlertown. Let me just say, WOW. From the time we walked in till the time we left, service was spot on. The food was truly amazing and each of the 3 beers I've tried were good! Greg was amazing and so informative on events happening and could answer any question that was thrown out him. We are looking foward to our next visit!”
“i went there this weekend the food was great i stopped by to watch the thrid hand band which i had a great time i love the live music that they do i will be back next weekend Christina so is so nice she has a great personality she made my first time going here a great time she is very professional and always making sure our drink was full and overall we had a great night”
“Sehr freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal & eine tolle Auswahl an Produkten. Vielen Dank dafür!”
“What a great place to host a private surprise birthday party ! We had such a special time here today. The staff is the best!! 5 stars !! I would highly recommend for all your special events. Great food, plenty of off street parking and wonderful atmosphere !! We will be back.”
“I typically don't write reviews unless I think the place truly needs a shout out, and this needs a shout out. My husband and I ate/drank tonight at the location in trexlertown. Let me just say, WOW. From the time we walked in till the time we left, service was spot on. The food was truly amazing and each of the 3 beers I've tried were good! Greg was amazing and so informative on events happening and could answer any question that was thrown out him. We are looking foward to our next visit!”
24 Hour Restaurants
“We brought my daughter here yesterday for her 10th birthday, her favorite, breakfast for dinner. From the moment we arrived until the moment we left our waitress was absolutely amazeballs. She was kind and funny and took extra care of my daughter, wishing her a happy birthday. Our food came fast and everything was delicious and reasonably priced, we wiped our plates clean. My daughter even left our waitress a thank you note on a napkin because she was so grateful for this woman’s kindness during our visit there, this was all her own idea. A little kindness goes a long way, thank you so much for making my daughter’s day! I wish I could remember our waitress’s name but this pregnancy has made my brain mush and I’ve forgotten it, I apologize, but believe that we will never forget how lovely you treated my daughter and our family.”
“The food has gotten better since my last review 3 years ago, hats off to the cooks. Started going back this year, staff is great except still lacking in enough staffing diring busy times. Only thing upset about, I love there smoothies, when you order them to go, you get about half of what you get while dining in! won't be ordering drinks to go anymore!!!”
“Wow! What an amazing Dunkin’ location — hands down the best branch in Allentown and even Bethlehem!
The place is so clean — seriously, CLEAN! I usually go to the Dunkin’ on Cedar Beach, the Boulevard, and Whitehall… and they’re always kind of gross and not clean at all.
The coffee there is just okay.
But this one? The coffee is above expectations, the staff is incredibly kind, respectful, and always smiling.
The cleanliness here is unmatched, and the view is just lovely.
I highly recommend it — it honestly deserves a 4 out of 4 rating!!”
“Amazing staff at this McDonald's! I brought them 80 children at lunchtime and they adapted beautifully. Many of our students experienced placing their order with a person and getting change for the first time! I'd give you ten stars if I could. Very well handled!”
“Don’t let the overall appearance of the front of the building and the location concern you. The food is absolutely delicious and you’ll be a repeated customer like I am.”
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Takeout Restaurants
“The atmosphere was warm and welcoming. Ms Carol was a 1 woman show and the love she has shines through her food. The patties are delicious, the doubles were amazing, the oxtail platter was yummy. What stole the show was her garlic sauce and pepper sauce 🤌🏾. Worth the drive(1hr 30min). Definitely giving you an authentic taste of Trinidad!”
“This review is from the Allentown firefighters from the Westend fire station, we called in a take out order for some pizza and Stromboli , the food was great and all the guys at the station enjoyed there meal. We will definitely be going back next time we order pizza or any other dish. See you guys soon.”
“Great food. Was not disappointed with the avgolemono soup. I got a cup. I could have eaten a bowl. Waitress was very nice as well!”
“Sleepy Cat was awesome! We weren't sure what to expect but we took a chance, I must say it was well worth the 3hrs that we were there. Great owners who are down to earth and will talk to you, great wine, many different options. whither you would like a glass of wine or try many different ones. we had 4 flights, which we got to try 20 different wines. Also, just so you know, they do have a food menu, which was great, the homemade salsa is out of this world. Sandwiches were good as well. The prices of bottles of wine were very good for a local winery. love the labels and names. We will diffently be back for an afternoon lunch.”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“We stopped in after hitting golf balls at the range. We all shared a thin crust Sicilian pizza and had a few beers. Our bartender, Jada was friendly and attentive. The pizza was the best we’ve had in a long time. We look forward to returning soon! Highly recommend trying their pizza!”
“The people who work here are so nice and helpful!!! Came from out of town and wanted to try something new. This place was delicious the queso is so good we got pork tacos regular tacos a burrito bowl and a burrito. $80 for a family of four we are stuffed. We also used the restroom before we left and it was very clean ! Will definitely be back!”
“Sunrise diner is a nice local diner. I ve been here many times for breakfast, brunch, and late feel good food after bars close. Breakfast is always good and reasonably priced although it tends to be crowded. I had brunch here today not to crowded and service was good. Food was excellent for everyone in my group. Typical diner look and atmosphere. Place is clean and lots of parking.”
“i went there this weekend the food was great i stopped by to watch the thrid hand band which i had a great time i love the live music that they do i will be back next weekend Christina so is so nice she has a great personality she made my first time going here a great time she is very professional and always making sure our drink was full and overall we had a great night”
“Just had an amazing Italian meal with the best ever garlic knots, spagetti and meatballs. They serve large portions. salad was included. Only opened 6 months. We will be back. Staff was friendly and helpful”
“Stopped in the first time for drinks with out of town friends and had a pleasant experience, came back a second time and had a hillbilly burger which was good! Staff was cool, atmosphere was pretty chill. We took off as the evening crowd was rolling in because I’m old now lol”
Cheap Eats
“Tata de Ponce, P.R. Super good and familiar service as if I had it on my island of Puerto Rico. The sandwiches are super big and with great taste. Even my son Luis told me: -I'm afraid of leaving half for later because I might forget to eat it. In Allentown we have a little piece of the great flavor of my island here.”
“Hands down ! The best Indian food in Lehigh valley. If you care about authentic test and quality food with clean handling, this is the best place to go to . It’s a small joint but I am never disappointed with anything I order. My whole family loves their Goat Or Chicken Biryani. Just got a tray of goat biryani. They keep the quality same. Believe me , me and my husband both cook and it is very hard for any Indian restaurant to please our taste buds. But always got delicious food at this small joint. Thank you Aparna and chefs.”
“I have been staying at the Hyatt since it opened several years ago and dining at the Westside Grill on every stay. I frequent this hotel and am more than just a guest, bordering on being a resident due to my frequent travel into the Lehigh Valley. As a Globalist with Hyatt I cannot say enough good about the hotel and the Westside Grill. After having dinner there again this evening and having another outstanding experience I feel compelled to write this review. The dining room management of the Westside Grill is exceptional with Eileen, the Manager, doing an exceptional job. She is a walk around manager very visible in the dining room, greeting customers, and ensuring they are having a great dining experience. This evening I had the pleasure of having Deanna as my server and she did an outstanding job as well. Both Eileen and Deanna are very attentive insuring that the customer is well taken care of and not wanting for anything. I cannot say enough GOOD about this restaurant. It is top shelf, great abidance, exceptionally clean, supported by a full service bar and an exceptional menu and wine list. The Westside Grill has been consistent in service, quality, and presentation of food since I began dining there while staying at the hotel. I strongly recommend the Westside Grill for breakfast, lunch, and dinner for an exceptional dining experience. I bring often business associates with me for morning, afternoon, and evening business discussions at the Westside Grill and have never been disappointed. Both the Westside Grill and Hyatt Hotel have a great staff that are always wanting to make your dining experience and stay exceptional and memorable. It makes you want to come back!!! Finally, 5 Stars is not enough, it should be more like 10. Both the service and the meals at the Westside Grill are consistent always providing an exceptional dining experience.”
“Love the selection, the taste, and the eager, friendly customer service.”
“We had an EXCELLENT server. Alyssa was definitely one of the best waitresses we have ever had. She had a super bubbly personalty and was helpful in helping us place our order. And was great in making our dinner a great experience.”
“GOTTA LOVE DAT BARTENDER DONNA LONG, SHE KNOW HOW TO MAKE GOOD MIXED COCKTAILS!!AND DA FOOD IS OUTTA DIS WORLD! WE C** HERE EVERY MARCH 11TH FOR OUR ANNIVERSARY AND WALK OUT OF THERE LIKE KINGS & QUEENS!”
“We recently had the pleasure of dining at Anthony’s Coal Fire Pizza, and I must say, our experience was truly delightful, thanks in large part to our server, Meadow. From the moment we arrived, Meadow greeted us with a warm smile and genuine enthusiasm that made us feel right at home.
She was incredibly attentive without being overbearing, ensuring our drinks were filled and that we had everything we needed throughout our meal. Meadow took the time to recommend some of the restaurant's specialties, which we greatly appreciated, especially since it was our daughter's first visit. Her passion for the menu was evident, and her suggestions did not disappoint!
The ambiance at Anthony’s was perfect for a family outing, and with Meadow’s exceptional service, the evening felt extra special. She engaged with our daughter, making her feel included and valued, which added a personal touch to our dining experience.”
“My son is 16 and has eaten lots of 🍣 sushi He says “the best he ever had “ Fresh and good service Great grab and go selection but they have a menu to order fresh made there too Great job!”
“My dear friends took me here today, for my birthday lunch. The food was truly amazing!!! We all enjoyed your daily specials. The meat was so tender and wonderful. We recommend this restaunt, and we will be back. (we live in Hamlet, NC...and will gladly make the trip...yep the food, staff and atmosphere is worth the drive.)”
“Great food! Friendly employees! Cozy and clean atmosphere! Our favorite restaurant in a long time!”
“The most wonderful middle eastern food, warm friendly atmosphere and tasteful, talented dancers!!! I recommend this restaurant to anyone who would like to experience a most special evening!”
“Greatest food around! We eat there 2-3x’s a week! All’s fresh and prepared with ❤️! I know there’s lotsa other places BUT I KNOW this one!”
“Just ordered 250 middleneck clams this past weekend and they were just amazing! Only one open clam before steaming. Great friendly service at the fairgrounds!”
“I loved this bar I liked the owners they always treat me good and fair I been bared a few times but they always let me come back you must follow rules but that's easy I can't talk and they still understand me UPDATE IM IN YUKON OKLAHOMA CLEAN AND SOBER FOR TWO YEARS say hello to my good friend " Blue"!”
“Great service and atmosphere... had a great time with people i didnt know and enjoyed the chef and the food was great. I didnt even know about this place... and the seating arrangements was great and quick to seat us... plus the drinks we made extremely well...”
“I so wish that I had asked for names - but this place is phenomenal! We came in last Tuesday and Wednesday for breaks from Dorney. We were in from Virginia. Tuesday we sat at a booth up at the bar and the whole experience totally rocked. I had a family member with a gluten sensitivity and the park had little to offer, so we came to BJs. Service was great, food was fantastic, end to end just a great time. Wednesday we sat out in the dining area and had a different server, and he was incredible. Super attentive, all over everything we needed, top notch all the way - and then… Yall blessed my bourbon loving heart. I glanced across the bar and saw pretty common whisky selections. I ordered a water. It was hot anyway. But then I caught the label of a bottle of Booker’s… the price per pour was so good I asked 3 times to verify. When your bartender told me people don’t often order bourbon like that in there, my next question was “where is the closest liquor store?” Because I knew I’d get lucky. Bingo. Two bottles of Bookers on the shelf at Cedar Crest. ECBP, and a handful of other solid bottles not commonly seen in my state outside allocated drops. So bourbon fans - get you a healthy pour of Booker’s at a killer price at BJs, order the Prime Rib dip sandwich because it’s crazy good, and then go see what’s on the shelf nearby afterwards.”
“I love anything Sterling. Let the Jager flow and the rock room bounce...”
“The Wild Turkey Grill offers a delightful dining experience with delicious cuisine, a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and stunning scenic views that enhance the overall enjoyment of the meal.”
“Old School pup with The greatest food. I'm an after work guy few beers and roll out.. Fascinating Bob Volpe is the quiet gentleman sitting at the side of the bar.. He is a bit of a local legend. He has more experience and knowledge of life than you can ever think possible. Bob doesn't talk to many people If you're privileged enough to get to know him. Mind-blowing what this gentleman has accomplished and what real life stories you will hear. Jamie is his daughter in-law who runs the day to day. Can't ask for a sweeter girl with a crazy sence of humor and pretty as witty. The food Is Dynamite Not an average bar. Local hangout. Yet Mr Volpe should franchise That great of an establishment.. Should you walk in cruise around this sports bar look at the pictures Legends made this legacy.”
“I have ordered many many times steak n cheese were great but then I ordered a chicken parmasan sandwich a specific way and it was horrible half of the chicken was missing n the sandwich was flooded with sauce I kindly called and asked for my sandwich to be redone n they argued about it just so they didn't have to do it again”
“Everything was amazing had a great time there. Music is 10/10 food is delicious the waiter's service was above and beyond. Absolutely a great place to go to”
“We used the venue for my daughter's sweet 16 party. The staff was fantastic and helpful on anything we needed. They let us DIY the decorations the night before. The food was fun and tasty -- we did a make your own pasta bar, which was such a hit with girls. I cannot recommend them highly enough.”
“the worst place to eat rotten food rats and roaches flys evrywhere bad service as an american i wouldnt recomend this place to anyone SHUT IT DOWN !!!!”
“Steak & Chicken Plate for $22 is really good deal, if not the largest portion combo I've ever had. The protein was good but the rice deff needs flavor. I would suggest over some sauces that can be added on but I would also try some different seasonings for your rice. I threw some soy sauce with the rice, good to go. Overall, this was delicious.”
Latest Reviews
“I have been ordering from Ray's for over twenty years, from way back when they were located on Pennsylvania Ave. The service is always great and the order is always ready on time. Some of my favorites over the years are the cheessteak stromboli, sausage rolls, steak sandwiches and of course the famous pizza! The food is always tasty and freshly made! I plan on ordering from Ray's for many years to come!”
“I have been staying at the Hyatt since it opened several years ago and dining at the Westside Grill on every stay. I frequent this hotel and am more than just a guest, bordering on being a resident due to my frequent travel into the Lehigh Valley. As a Globalist with Hyatt I cannot say enough good about the hotel and the Westside Grill. After having dinner there again this evening and having another outstanding experience I feel compelled to write this review. The dining room management of the Westside Grill is exceptional with Eileen, the Manager, doing an exceptional job. She is a walk around manager very visible in the dining room, greeting customers, and ensuring they are having a great dining experience. This evening I had the pleasure of having Deanna as my server and she did an outstanding job as well. Both Eileen and Deanna are very attentive insuring that the customer is well taken care of and not wanting for anything. I cannot say enough GOOD about this restaurant. It is top shelf, great abidance, exceptionally clean, supported by a full service bar and an exceptional menu and wine list. The Westside Grill has been consistent in service, quality, and presentation of food since I began dining there while staying at the hotel. I strongly recommend the Westside Grill for breakfast, lunch, and dinner for an exceptional dining experience. I bring often business associates with me for morning, afternoon, and evening business discussions at the Westside Grill and have never been disappointed. Both the Westside Grill and Hyatt Hotel have a great staff that are always wanting to make your dining experience and stay exceptional and memorable. It makes you want to come back!!! Finally, 5 Stars is not enough, it should be more like 10. Both the service and the meals at the Westside Grill are consistent always providing an exceptional dining experience.”
“We happened across this great food truck at Retriever Brewing Co. I was floored by this place. We had the pulled pork sandwich and pierogies. Holy smoke! The pork was melt in your mouth, with onion straws on top and to die for! Oh my what a delight! The pierogies were huge and meaty full of potato, crispy and salty. These were superb. I’m hunting down this truck down and pulling them over. Excellent food and service.”
“Wow. The bagels here are absolutely incredible. The best! Boiled then baked to perfection as the old world recipe demands.. A bit more expensive than supermarket kind but bigger FAR better and there really is no comparison. We will be buying there again. Five star bagels.”
Most Popular Restaurants
“Delicious!!!The chicken is tender and juicy. Food is always tasty and service is phenomenal. They serve some of the yummiest chicken fingers you’ll ever have from a fast food restaurant and their special sauce makes the experience much better. Will definitely be coming back for more. Yum”
“The food has gotten better since my last review 3 years ago, hats off to the cooks. Started going back this year, staff is great except still lacking in enough staffing diring busy times. Only thing upset about, I love there smoothies, when you order them to go, you get about half of what you get while dining in! won't be ordering drinks to go anymore!!!”
“This place is awesome! I went for the first time earlier this week and it was way better than I expected! I just wanted to sit a check some school emails, but the food here was too tempting. I had the Rose Garden sandwich, which is delicious with the pesto and spinach combination. I also had a double shot latte with oat milk and hazelnut flavor, which was also wonderful. I also highly approve of the chai here! I'm not a high-end coffee person but this place had tasty drinks and snacks to match. And the overall establishment had a cute charm to it, I love the bench seating by the window. Bathrooms were clean and to save best for last, the guys running the place are very sweet. For a first timer who probably took too long, the ones who made the coffee and sandwich were super nice to me. No bad energy here. Overall 10/10 on this little small business gem in the city.”
“This review is from the Allentown firefighters from the Westend fire station, we called in a take out order for some pizza and Stromboli , the food was great and all the guys at the station enjoyed there meal. We will definitely be going back next time we order pizza or any other dish. See you guys soon.”
New Restaurants
“I wanted to try their food since they will be opening a new location a block from my house. I ordered online from the bethlehem location and after waiting for 45 minutes, I received a sandwich that was missing two thirds of the ingredients. I ordered for pickup and didn't realize until I got home that it was messed up. I tried reaching out to them and still haven't received a response. This happened last week, poor customer service.”
“Always a treat to eat here. Food is always flavorful and hits on all notes. Clams Casino, Seafood Fettuccine, Seafood Fra Diablo, Blueberry Carrot Cake. Just awesome.”