50 Best American Restaurants near Orefield

“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!“

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

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

“Excellent food, always fresh and tasty. Customer service is on point, Wafa and her staff are wonderful. I love the shawarma, gyro, and of course their smoothies.“

“First time for my wife and I today and it certainly won’t be our last. The service was great as was the atmosphere. The food was on a whole different level, absolutely delicious! Hats off to the chef and staff for a wonderful dining experience!“

“Very good, upscale atmosphere.“

“Thanks for helping us to make our 55th Class Reunion a success. The dinners were delicious and the management and serving staff were very helpful and accommodating . Greatly appreciated.“

“Excellent staff and food. One of the best burgers I've had anywhere. Cool history attached to the place. Will eat there again!“

“this is a great place. Awesome food very friendly staff. The staff makes you feel like at home great bartenders mark is the best, overall a great experience. Plus, they also have an outdoor garden, which is awesome in the spring and summer months to sit outside.“

“I absolutely LOVE coming here, not only is the food great but, the service is AMAZING. My waitress Jackie was the BEST. She was so attentive and was SO fun to chat with, really made the experience memorable.“

“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.“

“It’s nice to be able to still live in an area that has a location! It’s clear that management works their tails off to ensure the restaurant is still in operation with excellent food safety and customer service practices. Despite this, I hadn’t been in a while but since I was at the Velodrome, I decided to stop and get a Sundae. I felt like a kid all over again. The Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Sundae is every bit as good as I remembered. The peanut butter sauce is fantastic. I wish they sold in jars but if they did there would be no reason to go to Friendly’s so I get why they don’t. It was also great to get it for free for being a rewards member.“

“Great place.best food anywhere“

“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!“

“Best food truck I’ve ever had in my life!!!“

“Love it here! Great food!“

“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“

“First time for my wife and I today and it certainly won’t be our last. The service was great as was the atmosphere. The food was on a whole different level, absolutely delicious! Hats off to the chef and staff for a wonderful dining experience!“

“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!“

“UPDATE: Went back Thursday, May 10th and tried the meatballs. They were good, but the wings and Prime Rib Sliders are still the favorites for me. Went out to eat Sunday evening, at Capo and Co, in Emmaus. I can't say enough about the food and service. My favorites are the wings. I will never go anywhere else for wings again! I got plain to dip in their horseradish sauce, and my boyfriend got sweet chili. They were amazing! The prime rib sliders melt like butter in your mouth. The toppers in the Bloody Mary included a fat slice of provolone, sweet Gherkins pickle, bacon, olives and more. The atmosphere was cozy and yet so roomy. The place was immaculately clean and the presentation of the food was first class. A must try for everyone!“

“Wonderfully developed and unique flavors. Cheesesteak soup is the bomb“

“well im there about 3x a week...staff extremely friendly...food obviously great! clean..always on point..and the best part..the staff is always extremely accommodating...and they smile...everyone smiles..you dont find that many places! 10 stars!! recommend highly!“

“Made a reservation for 3:30 before going to see rod stewart at the ppl center in allentown. We got there 2:45 and they did seat us early which was very nice of the hostess to do so. The place was packed and now I know why. It was our first time eating at the thirsty tavern and it won't be the last!
Our waitress was nick and she was awesome! She helped me choose my dinner from three choices I asked her about and her recommendation was spot on! I had the fish tacos which came with a side of black beans and a,side of cilantro lime rice and let me tell you it was soooo goood! The whole dish was so flavorful omg! I also had the white sangria and that was so good as well!
My husband had the blackened shrimp wrap which came with a side of fries.
His meal was really good too.
We had the peach tavern wings as an appetizer and they too were soo good!
Nick was also very attentive to our table which was much appreciated and a very nice girl.
You have to stop by and try this place you will be happy you did!
Make sure you ask to be seated in nicks area as she's the best!
Enjoy!
Dawn h“

“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).“

“10/10. super clean and amazing selection of goodies! I join my aunt just for the trip to this place. (I'm that weirdo.)“

“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.“

“Glad to enjoy the taste again. We come from Reading. Will definitely be back. Been eating steaks more than years“

“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! 💙❤️“

“Love this place! The owner is so accommodating. We brought a large party bus there and they accommodated us with no issues. The bartenders and waitresses were beyond efficient and sweet. The beers were cold. The drinks were quick and the food was great. Loved this place.“

“Out of all the eateries in the greater Slatington area, SMT has got to be the highest of my recommendations. the place is absolutely fantastic, in both food and service. Not only is it a rustic bar complete with trivia nights and a pool table, but everything is delicious and always served with the highest priority of the customer's requests. The service is perfect, as well. always friendly and accommodating. they all periodically check up on tables, they're known to stop for a quick chat without ignoring their other patrons, and they're completely genuine. For those going, I recommend asking for Kerri. I've had several servers over my visits, all are great, but Kerri has simply been the best. It's at a point where I dont even have to order because she knows exactly what im getting. It's clear she puts her customers first, and it shows. overall, an excellent establishment.“

“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.“

“Affordable and delicious! Just had some Korean BBQ with a fantastic little kick to em’ - oh, and the fries were crispy, and nicely seasoned… We ordered this through DoorDash, and it came hot. Mashed potatoes were unreal. The southwest nachos, go for the nachos, fresh and loaded with goodness.“

“visiting from scotland and experiencing my first ever frat party i was relieved to find such comfort in muhlenberg dining room - with food that will sustain me throughout my travels, i leave confident knowing it will surely also sustain its students into our crazy, beautiful world.“

“Stopped Sunday. Just driving by visiting area. What a treat, good Olde diner food. reasonable priced, friendly staff. would become a regular if we lived in area. French onion soup was delish!“

“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“

“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.“

“Best Burgers in the Lehigh Valley. We were a party of four and eat in the house. We were greeted with a smile and warm welcome. Seated immediately and enjoyed the atmosphere while waiting for our food. The wait staff was OUTSTANDING and all (four) burgers cooked perfectly. The food was extremely tasty and priced right. Going back soon!“

“I will miss this place. ❤️“

“I have an allergy to rare beef. As a result I usually do not order red meat as I prefer it rare. Wert’s Cafe burgers are so good, moist and juicy, even when cooked well done. Delicious and very reasonably priced food. You can’t go wrong! Wert’s is the Best!“

“Great location. .wonderful staff...food very good! A winner 🏆“

“The food was amazing, the staff friendly, attentive and helpful. Everything about the experience was top notch. I highly recommend Dunderbaks if you are in PA, or drive there just to eat!“

“We were in town for the weekend. Went to dinner Friday night without a reservation but they squeezed us in. The staff, service and food were amazing. We loved it so much we went back for brunch on Sunday before we left town. The host remembered us when we came in, he welcomed us back. The brunch was sensational! We sat in the sunroom during snowfall. It was beautiful and cosy. I wish we lived closer to go again and again. 10/10! Will recommend to anyone heading that way!“

“Great service from ronnette.“

“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 !!!!“

“Wally's Deli is a haven for meat lovers, boasting girthy portions that will satisfy even the heartiest appetite. The star of the show is undoubtedly Wally's Hog, a mouthwatering creation that's as delicious as it is substantial. Despite our curiosity, Mrs. Wally remained tight-lipped about the original hog size, adding an air of mystery to his already legendary meat. From the first bite to the last, Wally's Deli delivers a meaty experience that's sure to leave you craving more. The best wrong turn we ever made.“

“We love this place! Everyone is amazing and we always have such a great meal. You can tell by the customers that they really enjoy being here and love the food.“