50 Best American Restaurants near Mertztown

“Great place to go! Everyone is so nice! Everything we try is so good! Wish they were open for suppers! You won't find a nicer place💗“

“Service was second-to-none and I had an absolutely amazing Philly Cheesesteak and side of cheese fries. Bought a couple pizzas for some of the “regulars” hanging at the bar and cannot get over how good the pizza is! This place is a must-visit establishment with fun atmosphere, great service and just great food!“

“Stopped by last evening for the first time in a while. We are from Schuylkill County. Great meal, wonderful service ,thank you Cheyenne. We’ve even had a moment speaking with the owner, Todd. Thank you for your time and keeping this beautiful hotel/restaurant operating.“

“Very good, upscale atmosphere.“

“Chino’s Place is a great place with wonderful food but let’s talk about the decor! Check out the pigs in the back room or the cutest cow picture above the lady’s potty to name a few of my favorites. Stop in for a great meal and atmosphere.“

“Small town service.
Personalized/fresh food every time.
Old school atmosphere.

This little spot is a must experience. You will not regret and you will become a regular.

James the owner is amazing. He makes sure every single customer comes and leaves happy.

Again.. this place is an absolute must try!“

“Stumbled across this gem after a trip to Renningers market. We got the half wrap/soup combo with the chicken Caesar wrap and chicken corn chowder. The Chicken corn chowder is to DIE for! They offer homemade baked goods and healthier options which is always a plus for me. Prices can’t be beat. Our new breakfast/lunch go-to for sure.“

“Good food and good service. Will be back.“

“We wanted to go to friendy's because many locations are shutting down in my area. The service was most excellent. The food was okay, but friendlies hasn't really been known for serving lobster, but that is on their menu. I had the ice cream flight of three different flavors, which is what friendly's his most famous for.“

“Such a beautiful restaurant. I love the cozy and quiet atmosphere. Food is fantastic as well!“

“We had The Bally Hotel cater my daughter’s birthday party on Saturday and the food was excellent and plentiful! The owner was super easy to work with and accommodating with what we wanted for the menu. They provided us with the chafing dishes which kept our food warm until we ate which was almost an hour and a half after we picked it up. The food was also perfectly packed so there were no issues with any spilling during transport. Would highly recommend having The Bally Hotel cater your next event. You won’t be disappointed!“

“My husband and I stopped in for the first time for a quick lunch and I was instantly impressed with the adorable decor and setup. We were greeted by such friendly staff! We both got a few hot dogs to go and some chips (the good kind!). After eating them I knew I'd be back as they were delicious. Will for sure be bringing our kids next time as well!“

“If you’re down on your luck it’s a great place to live. Jeep Cherokee has been living here for 2yrs. An rv has been here for about a year and nobody bothers you. This morning there were 8 cars that have been living there for the last week. No police activity and if they do come they are just here to say hello. They have informed that Cracker Barrel doesn’t have a problem with it so enjoy an extended stay. YOU DON’T EVEN NEED TO SPEND A DOLLAR INSIDE. Throw trash on ground and the neighbors will pick it up Free living with no consequences. We travel with a camper trailer and have done overnights in our trailer but this is an abuse of the kindness of Cracker Barrel. These people are living here rent free. Neighbors don’t know who these people are“

“Madeline's is a great, affordable choice if you're looking for a lovely venue for a special event! We held our wedding ceremony and reception (for 60 guests, but they can accommodate more) in the restaurant’s upstairs banquet facility. From the start of planning to the day of the wedding, both event coordinators provided incredible attention for every detail of the event: the timing and setup of the ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, and a special private area for the bride. The banquet facility is wheelchair-accessible, spacious, and has plenty of natural light. There’s also an outside terrace. We had a number of guests with different dietary preferences and needs, including one with severe food allergy concerns. The coordinators were especially understanding of this. Before we chose a menu or signed a contract, they made a special effort to contact the guest with food allergies, and asked specific questions to be sure the menu and venue would be safe. They helped us to feel confident that there wouldn’t be any problems from the allergens of concern, and they worked closely with us on a creative menu that everyone would enjoy. The food was superb! Both event coordinators were present on the day of the event. Everything ran smoothly, and we and our guests really enjoyed it! The entire staff was courteous and attentive, and it was a joyful, memorable day. We look forward to going back for dinner!“

“Great breakfast and top notch service. Make sure you ask for Laura..she's the best!“

“All very good except price! Pricing referenced in OnLine menu much lower than actual pricing. Remove them and update with current pricing which is 50 % more. $35 for salad, protein , ice tea ( non alcoholic) is ridiculous).“

“foodleigh catered the rehearsal dinner for my wedding and it was great! She is so easy to work with and the food is delicious. The menu offers nearly everything, so there's something for everyone. I definitely recommend foodleigh and would work with her again in a heartbeat!“

“Hosted a few parties here and the establishment is very clean, fresh looking and great atmosphere. Food is amazing and Jim is always willing to make your occasion special. He works with you and ensures you have all that you need for your big day. We held a Anniversary party, 2 birthday parties and been to a few there as well. I would highly recommend Linx for your next occasion.“

“Thank you, HOPS Fogelsville for a great Remembrance Dinner for our Son, Mike, on 2/7/25. We had a great time enjoying your delicious food, cozy room, friendly atmosphere, great waitresses, and more. Thank you to Carol H. for the ease of setting up this dinner! We hope we can have Mike’s Remembrance Dinner here every year in February! We were happy we filled the room with Mike’s family and great friends! Thank you for making sure we had a great dinner and evening! 💙❤️“

“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 started out at another what is supposed to be an upscale and reputable establishment for a 5:30pm reservation made for my husband's birthday. What a disappointment that was as we were made to wait passed our reservation and received a less than pleasureable attitude from the hostess. After several inquiries about our table we observed several other parties walk in and get seated right away. We had enough and decided to go elsewhere. This is when we came to Applebee's. What a breath of fresh air. We were seated immediately by smiling and gracious staff. We were served by Rey who turned our frown upside down. What a wonderful server. Rey was gracious, thoughtful, courteous and helpful with food suggestions. Rey made our whole experience a wonderful one even going above and beyond by celebrating my husband's birthday with a surprise super delicious dessert. We could not have asked for a better outcome from what started out as a disaster. Kudos to Applebee's and their staff. We will definitely be back.“

“Tasty pub food style selection and excellent beer options. Our server, Eli, was on top of everything, very pleasant and helpful.“

“I love the “Deck” because I can bring my dog and they welcome dogs. Service is always good and the food always is tasty“

“Filet mignon was amazing. server was attentive and friendly recommending gluten free dishes for my wife who has Celiac.“

“What an absolutely great dinner. We celebrated our daughter’s 30th birthday tonight and our service was fantastic and all seven us had delicious meals. They even allowed me to bring along a birthday treat I made for our daughter. Definitely a hidden gem. Thank you for making our experience so memorable.“

“At first glance, the Palm looks like what could best be described as your typical country dive bar - which it sort of is, but with some pleasant enhancements. The decor in the bar area is unique, there is a quote regarding the love of music overhead as you walk through to the traditional seating. I can't explain the allure of the place exactly, only that it's got that "slowed down" vibe that seems to be lost in a world of 2025 chain bars/gastropubs. Admittedly, I have always been a sucker for places like this - but the Palm did not disappoint. We were a party of 5, my wife, myself, our three kids (12, 7, 3) and while we were the only family with young kids in there at the time (and my 3-year-old was absolutely post-nap second energy wind) nobody seemed to mind. They have a chalkboard with daily soup specials that looked like someone took the time to make fancy. The food was typical of a bar, I wouldn't say it was out of this world (I had the diablo burger) but it was above-average for a bar setting. My daughter had the kids burger which was sort of lack-lustre, my wife had a roast beef sandwich (complete with sides of horseradish and Au Jus) which was not only massive, but "really really good" and let me tell you she's the food critic between us. I liked that the floors are sort of worn, it aided in the atmosphere feeling like your local family pub. Service was great, and that's considering that the bartender was alone, with 6-8 people at the bar, and probably another 12-15 people seated at the table. She was a rock star and absolutely the reason we will be back. I liked this place, a lot - give it a try!“

“I will miss this place. ❤️“

“Friendly staff. Good sized portions. Not sure if they are, but the eggs taste very fresh (hey - it’s Oley. Farms everywhere- if a place serves eggs around here they should be local and fresh.). Cash only establishment but there is an ATM on site. One thing - I like hot tea with honey and sometimes the honey packets aren’t that good. Dark and gloppy(it’s probably fine - just unappetizing looking as it’s dropping into my tea). I know you probably have to buy a hundred at a time and don’t give out that much so (just a suggestion), it might be better to just not offer it. I consider it a “bonus condiment” lol. If server says “sorry we don’t have honey”and I end up using sugar - it’s not a big deal…and I would have just stopped writing after my compliment lol. I do love your place. It’s cozy.“

“The staff and atmosphere are great. Ate at the bar and Kayla was amazing. offered drink specials and a delicious dessert to die for. Best serve around.“

“Our family has been coming here for years. We are never disappointed. The food, atmosphere and service are always stellar. The dining rooms as well as the restrooms are always very clean. WeloveAPD!“

“We ordered the catering and bar package from K’Town Pub for our wedding, and we were beyond impressed with the entire team! From the start, we knew we wanted our wedding dinner to be from them - it’s one of our favorite spots and very special in our hearts, and they absolutely delivered!! The BBQ pulled chicken and pork were a huge hit with our guests, and the mac & cheese (our personal favorite dish) was as incredible as ever. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly served. Our favorite bartender, Jen, worked that night, and she, along with the entire bar team, were fantastic. The entire staff working were friendly, professional, and kept everything running smoothly all evening. It truly made the night feel extra special having familiar faces there celebrating with us. Coordinating with Jeromy was seamless from start to finish, he made the planning process so easy and stress-free. We wouldn’t have changed a single thing. We’re so grateful to the K’Town Pub team for being part of such a special night! 🤍“

“Excellent food that has had and still has consistent quality, great service, Friendly and very experienced ownership and management. And once in a while they have great music performers on keyboard or guitar. Got it all. RIGHT!“

“OK, It's NOT a 5 star place but I will tell you what. The patrons and staff are GREAT!!!! Everyone is friendly, food is great, jukebox is a sing along fun fest. I took my girlfriend in there last night and it was so cool. Everyone was singing with the jukebox laughing and having a great time. Going back tonight for karaoke. It's not fancy of pretty or sophisticated,,,it is just a FUN BAR!!!!!!! Oh tea, THEY HAVE FRESH CUT FRENCH FRIES,,,,,DEEP FRIED!!! Sorry woke, mommy and daddy basement living tree hugging skirt wearing gender neutral ball babies,,,,PROBABLY not a place for you!!!! They SMOKE IN THERE AND SING PATRIOTIC SONGS TOO !!!!“

“Ozgoods is by far one of the best restaurants around . The food is delicious all made in house , the desserts are PHENOMENAL all make in house also with specialty desserts changing almost weekly !!! The staff is the friendliest around . Best bartenders and managers . Great atmosphere ❤️“

“Good food. Nice waitress. Decent prices.“

“Great food served with a side of excellent service! Abby was phenomenal. She has a warm and friendly personality but more significantly, a tremendous sense of humor. When I get the feeling a server can handle my wackiness, when I ask for honey mustard for my fries, I specify “mustard honey.” She smiled and said Sure!

My in-laws got their usual, a White Russian sandwich and a burger. My wife got a French Dip type of sandwich, and I ordered a French Onion Soup with a side of curly fries. When Abby brought out our food she saved mine for last, and she said “here’s your mustard honey.” She sat down a bottle of honey and a bottle of mustard. The four of us busted up laughing because the joker got PUNKED! But yes, I did get the real thing.

As usual our food was served hot and was very tasty. It wasn’t just punking me that made me appreciate her. Abby truly enjoys people, which reflects on the exceptional level of service she provides. Servers like Abby are rare these days, and I trust management will pass on our complements. And I hope I spelled her name correctly because it could be Abbie. Either way she rocks!

If you’re passing through the area this is an outstanding choice for pub fare. If you’re local and haven’t visited, what are you waiting for?“

“Great food, reasonably priced and great staff. I would recommend to anyone that likes comfort food. Willow is awesome“

“My dinner was very good. 4 out of 5 stars. Nice atmosphere. I definitely would come back“

“Some of the best food this town has to offer with fair prices! Definitely need to visit it if you haven't.“

“Will not being going back after my husband and I recent visit. After being seated and waiting more than 15 minutes to be waited on while a waitress walked by us twice ignoring us and two other couples came and were seated near us and were waited on right away, we walked out! No one said a word. Another turn off, there obsessed with vacuuming and sweeping the floor. Yes l like a clean restaurant but not vacuuming or sweeping done by our table while were trying to have a peaceful meal and dust blowing around in the air. Wont be going back.“

“I had a wonderful experience my waitress was the BEST. Ask for Gianna“

“Our favorite location, famous fries and garlic parm wings are my favorite. My wife can’t get enough of the peanut butter pie. Staff is friendly! Our favorite spot to watch a big game at the bar“

“Stopped in for lunch
Food was amazing
Please get the fried chicken sandwich. Will not disappoint
The owner /chef is amazing with all the flavors
Waitress was a delight

Next time coming for the dinner“

“Great staff great food clean“

“Took my daughter today after school, we both enjoyed it! Will plan on bringing the entire family next time.“

“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.“

“We always have a great time at BSH. So glad they support local talent. Aaron Dewald Music plays here and brings a great crowd. Great bar food and service!“

“wonderful atmosphere, food and service every time.“

“Every part of the experience here was fantastic. The food and the staff are all amazing. Definitely worth giving it a try.“

“Britney is the best that’s why you should go.“