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AllentownBethlehemCenter ValleyFogelsvilleTrexlertown

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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1. Union and Finch

4.8

Exceptional(2619)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Allentown

Booked 42 times today

Union & Finch is an American style bistro located at 1528 West Union Street in Allentown offering lunch, dinner and brunch on weekends. The menu consists of casual fare that will include "comfort" foods along with familiar favorites with a twist. We have a seasonal rotation of select items on the menu while keeping our concept simple. Our goal is to offer quality food and drinks at reasonable prices on a daily basis with a mature sense of hospitality and playful vibe. We combine the nostalgia of a long-lost neighborhood joint with a modern bistro setting to create the area’s newest destination for relaxed, casual dining.

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2. Melt

4.7

Exceptional(4371)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Center Valley

Booked 45 times today

Melt puts a modern twist on traditional Italian cuisine. A visually stunning design provides a dramatic setting for a wide variety of creatively prepared salads, pizzas, pastas & grilled entrees. The extensive menu is complemented by a 200 bottle wine list featuring vintages from the West Coast and Italy.

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3. McCall Collective Brewing

4.9

Exceptional(665)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Allentown

Booked 3 times today

*We Offer a Bar Service Based Dining Experience - Enjoy your visit at your own pace* Welcome to McCall Collective BrewingProud to be 100% Family Owned and Operated - Allentown's First Fully Female Owned BreweryWe are a Bar Service based Brewpub offering a wide vary of handcrafted beers made on premise, PA wine and spirits and traditional pub fare. Come and check out our brand new taproom featuring family friendly dining, outdoor seating and plenty of TV’s to catch all the biggest sporting events.

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4. Twisted Olive

4.7

Exceptional(1822)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Bethlehem

Booked 21 times today

A casual bistro style restaurant with a world twist serving creative casual cuisine along with house-made infused cocktails.Monday: Dinner 4-10 pmTuesday through Saturday: Lunch 11:30 am -3:30 pmSmall Plate Menu 3:30-4:30 pmDinner 4:30-10 pmBar is open as late as business dictates.

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5. Westside Grill

4.6

Exceptional(893)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Trexlertown

Booked 14 times today

Westside Grill was established in late 2021 serving the Lehigh Valley and beyond. A modern American steakhouse with a twist, featuring prime cuts, seafood, hand held sandwiches and local favorites like our signature Grand Champion Turkey Pot Pie. Our bar serves a selection of wines by the glass or bottle, 12 draft favorites and features an extensive craft cocktail list.Inquire about our seasonal patio or reserve our private dining room for your next event.For large parties of 8 or more, please contact us by phone. We look forward to serving you.

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6. The Tap Room at Hotel Bethlehem

4.6

Exceptional(1995)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Bethlehem

Booked 6 times today

Dine among our famous former guests in our Tap Room restaurant. Situated just off of the main lobby, the Tap Room offers beautiful views of Historic Main Street. Our menu changes seasonally and features classic American cuisine. We partner with local farms to provide our guests with the freshest ingredients. Join us on Thursday evenings for the best local jazz musicians in our region.

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7. Zest bar+grille

4.7

Exceptional(2733)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Bethlehem

Booked 22 times today

ZEST is the second venture for the owners of Grille 3501, an upscale casual restaurant which has sustained continued growth and success for over 20 years. Located on the 6th floor of the Gateway Building on the South Side of Bethlehem, ZEST has had the honor of being awarded the Lehigh Valley's favorite rooftop of 2021, favorite atmosphere of 2020, and favorite new restaurant of 2019. Chef Justin Cogan brings New American cuisine to life with signature dishes including braised beef short ribs and crab & mango spring rolls. The views whether you choose to sit indoors or outdoors are unparalleled. The 130 seat balcony lets you take in the sights of the southside like the steel stacks, Fahy and Hill to Hill bridges, and Bethlehem city hall in the distance. ZEST also features a partially open kitchen design, large 20 seat bar, and an indoor space with panoramic accordion sliding windows that let you experience the best of both worlds.

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8. Tapas On Main

4.5

Awesome(1474)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Spanish • Bethlehem

Booked 19 times today

We are an authentic Spanish tapas restaurant & bar in the heart of Historic Downtown Bethlehem. The warm colors and candlelight create a wonderfully rustic, yet cozy feel. Come enjoy our many tapas, salads and entrees, as well as charcuterie & cheeses. We offer many specialty cocktails and feature 7 seasonal Sangrias.

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9. Edge

4.6

Exceptional(1912)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Bethlehem

Booked 25 times today

Located in the heart of downtown Bethlehem, Edge delivers a wonderful dining experience in a casual upscale atmosphere. Chef Timothy Widrick uses French and Asian influences in his New American cuisine. Enjoy a fantastic wine selection designed to please every palate, or perhaps a perfectly crafted cocktail.

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10. Madeline's

4.8

Exceptional(997)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Fogelsville

Booked 7 times today

Conveniently located near Allentown off I78, Madeline's delivers casual, fine dining with a creative, gourmet flair! Enjoy a fantastic wine selection designed to please every palate, or perhaps a perfectly crafted cocktail. Madeline's is equipped with a unique private dining space that can accommodate up to 150 guests. With their attentive staff and state of the art equipment, they have everything to cater to the needs of your event!

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Mindy
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Our favorite restaurant in Allentown! The owners and staff are phenomenal 🧡
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Union and FinchPrice: Moderate• American• Allentown
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4.8
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Elaine
New York City •6 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
The Antipasto was great - the soppresata was delicious as were the prosciutto, cheeses and bean puree. The ravioli entree was solid not spectacular. The Carbonara was very heavy and sticky - didn't love it. Our server was amazing - very attentive, Divine is a gem. Nice ambiance. Because of the mains not being great - I don't know that we will go back. But it's certainly a nice place.
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MeltPrice: Expensive• Italian• Center Valley
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4.7
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dorian
Philadelphia County •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Had a big table for us when we came in and catered to all of our needs. Very clean and amazing food. Beer flights 10/10
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McCall Collective BrewingPrice: Moderate• American• Allentown
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4.9
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Illuminvip
Philadelphia County •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
The hostess was warmly welcoming with a smile. I asked her twice but forgot. The bartender was kind, attentive, patient and so hospitable. And she was cute!!!! She made me a just about perfect old fashioned. I had a house salad with salmon blackened medium rare accompanied by the lamb meatballs with a house made yogurt. Everything at Twisted Olive makes you want to come back!!!!
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Twisted OlivePrice: Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• Bethlehem
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4.7
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Wendi
Philadelphia County •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 10, 2024
We ate in the the board area. TVs around which we enjoy. 5 of ate. All enjoyed meals and drinks. Service is superior. Food is very good.
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Judd's and Jackson's Casual DiningPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Warminster
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4.4

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