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    Bolete Restaurant

    4.4 (510 reviews)
    PriceyNew American
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:30 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    BOLETE RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Scallop appetizer
    Laneesha W.

    My husband and I went to Bolete for dinner to celebrate life and we had a great experience. I love their take on classic foods and the farm to table experience. Everything seemed very fresh and the customer service was amazing. We will definitely be back to celebrate life again lol.

    Pea Soup
    John S.

    Brought the family here for Easter. Busy and service was kind of slow, but expected that because it was a holiday. Unique food choices and I had the pea soup followed up with the chicken & waffle. Soup was very good, with some fresh peas in a few of the spoons. The chicken & waffle was okay. More breading than chicken. Waffle was the best part of the meal. I'll be back again as this really is an exceptional restaurant.

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    Nepa F.

    My wife and I were out for a special date night at Bolete. The rustic old farmhouse atmosphere is very cool. We were greeted immediately and promptly seated. Our server was phenomenal, great personality, knowledgable about the menu and made some very good recommendations. I had the best grilled octopus I've ever had and I can tell you I've eaten octopus all over this great country. My wife had a pasta dish that came out hot and bursting with the taste of fresh ingredients. We also ordered the bone marrow served with one of the best Italian breads I've ever eaten. Crusty warm bread with a dense well baked center. We finished the evening off with some tasty desserts and espresso. I requested to speak to the chef who did comment to our table. It is rare to have such great meal and have amazing staff. I felt compelled to let the chef, who is the owner with his wife. Bravo! Overall, one of the best hidden secrets in PA.

    Taals B.

    Great food. Great service. Very attentive servers! Menu changes every so often. The only con is we were on the bar side of the restaurant and it was a bit loud.

    The chef made these custom vegan entrees for us. Delicious!
    Maria H.

    We decided to try Bolete for it's farm to table menu and rave reviews. We were not disappointed and felt very well taken care of by our server Lisa who worked with our request for vegan dishes and customized entrees. We greatly appreciated her attention to detail and enjoyed the Bolete fall salad, roasted winter squash soup, vegan entrees and The Remedy cocktail. Our new favorite restaurant, can't wait to return!

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    Food and service were excellent! Place is beautiful. Perfect for brunch, lunch or dinner!

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    Great overall experience. The food was amazing, the drinks were awesome and really great service.

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    Best place for a truly unique dining experience. Come early and sit at the bar and watch Steve and his magic!

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    Ask the Community - Bolete Restaurant

    Is this place still a BYOB?

    Nope

    Is there a dress code?

    We were in jeans and decent tops, and did not feel out of place. Many of the waitresses were in short sleeve tops with ink (this is NOT a negative lol) so it had a cool casual vibe. Classy casual is what I'd call it.

    Do they still do oyster happy hours and 1/2 price wines on Friday?

    Have not been there on a Friday for Happy Hour in some time.

    Do they still make their cauliflower wild mushroom soup?

    We do! It is not on the menu right now but always makes a few appearances over the Winter. Please let us know when you make a reservation and we will try and have it for you. Thank you, Erin

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    Union and Finch

    4.5(791 reviews)
    4.0 mi
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    Absolutely fabulous!!! The menu has such a wonderful assortment, including creative and unexpected…read moremashups, and plenty of vegetarian options. Quality was on point and the prices were really reasonable. Staff was working hard, but still really friendly and efficient. Definitely a must try! Check out the cheese curds with honey, tarragon, and macadamia nuts for a crunchy and unique dish. They paired beautifully with the house made pickles.

    We sat outside in what they call the "garden room." The ambience and lighting were cozy and…read morepleasant, and it was comfortably warm despite the 30°F temperature. Unfortunately, there was a strong cold draft at floor level, leaving our feet uncomfortably cold throughout the meal. The hostess was sweet and greeted us with a smile. The food service was unremarkable. Our waiter was not particularly friendly nor personable. The drinks were a weak start. The red sangria was poor. The bourbon cocktail was an odd mix of bourbon, apple cider, and other elements--an awkward, Frankenstein-style whiskey sour that simply didn't work. Worst of all, both drinks were served in thin plastic cups, which immediately cheapened the entire experience. I ordered the falafel sandwich and specifically requested a toasted bun. It arrived not just room temperature, but cold. I sent it back, and it returned burning hot... the bottom soggy... literally too hot to pick up... with no browning or color change, clearly microwaved. Microwaving is not toasting. At that point, the sandwich was inedible. I removed the bun entirely and ate just the falafel, which was dry and largely tasteless. At this point I knew coming back to this restaurant was a mistake. Food timing was another issue. The dishes took roughly 45 minutes to arrive after the drinks, possibly longer. We were all getting annoyed and what started out well when we first walked in turned negative. I wasn't impressed on my first visit years ago... and this second visit confirmed it. Between the poor drinks, cheap plastic cups, ridiculously long wait (with no explanation nor apology), and careless food execution, there's no reason to return.

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    Union and Finch - Seating area by door.

    Seating area by door.

    Union and Finch - Hawaij seasoned mushrooms on seasoned yogurt

    Hawaij seasoned mushrooms on seasoned yogurt

    Union and Finch - Moroccan Eggs ($13)

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    Moroccan Eggs ($13)

    Max and Butters

    Max and Butters

    4.2(14 reviews)
    3.1 mi

    Wait, Marta, I'm not done completing my review!…read more So, it's Sunday, and we're due to attend the college wrestling match up the street at PPL Center. We Are. We haven't been to downtown Allentown since shopping at Hess Brothers back in the day. The area was clean, updated, transformed, modern, full of folks mulling through the streets. If I had not googled restaurants near the venue, I wouldn't be aware of such a nice variety. We decided to dine at Max & Butters down the boulevard, tucked sideways on the lower level of the building. We entered, staff greeted us and since prior reservations took up all the tables, we sat at the bar which allowed us to engage with staff and so, we met the hostess Lara, rockstar servers Raul and Paige and ultimately chief cook and kitchen magician, MARTA. What a delight to view the entire cooking area where the flames were a 1/2 foot high over the commercial stove, frying bacon, eggs and all the breakfast goodies, the smells wafting throughout. Ok, a plate of rib eye steak and eggs accompanied by fresh broasted potatoes. $20 10/10 Then my egg plate, bacon x 5 and potatoes, side of toast. 10/10 $13.95 And that cup of coffee, rich & robust, almost tasted like Turkish coffee, extremely good. $2 It's the feeling of gratitude and joy when you visit a place after decades away, not knowing the restaurant choices and encounter a truly amazing place in downtown Allentown.

    It was a nice Saturday in mid-May and my girlfriend and I wanted to try someplace new. We landed at…read moreMax and Butters. We had hoped to sit outside but a family had their kids running wild so we ducked inside. The establishment is one long, eclectic rectangle with a hodgepodge of art and decoration without any noticeable theme or cohesion. They served me a wonderful Reyka martini and we had breakfast for dinner because the dinner offerings didn't leave an impression. My girlfriend had three over-easy eggs with smoked bacon and I had a grilled chicken omelet with gruyere and spinach with a side of potatoes. The omelet was excellent. The potatoes could have been a crispier by they were fresh. My girlfriend enjoyed her dish as well. For a Saturday, it was strange that they had only one server and one cook in the kitchen. Even so, our server was wonderful and kind. We hope to return soon and actually have breakfast for breakfast!

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    Max and Butters - The back area.

    The back area.

    Max and Butters
    Max and Butters - When summer calls for aperol spritz's on the patio.

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    When summer calls for aperol spritz's on the patio.

    The Bayou - BBQ PO sandwich

    The Bayou

    4.1(1.1k reviews)
    3.2 mi
    $$

    Ive been coming here every week for the last 3 months up from lancaster and everytime without fail…read morehave bin welcomed with the big smile and exuberant energy of Ques. she has consistently provided fantastical service and most definetly needs a raise. love you ques. -huddy

    Hands down, this is the BEST Southern restaurant in the area... by far. Honestly, I don't even know…read morewhere to begin. I'm from New York, and my sister moved to Pennsylvania, so she introduced me to this spot. Now every single time I visit her, I somehow end up right back here because the food is just that good. They used to have a second location that closed, but honestly, it doesn't even matter because this one was always my favorite, the food here is on another level. We always start with the Brussels sprouts, the fried green tomatoes, or the hush puppies. You simply cannot go wrong with any of them. The appetizers are always hot, fresh, and packed with flavor. And then there's the mac and cheese... absolutely to die for. Even the children's mac and cheese is ridiculously good. Creamy, cheesy, comforting, exactly how mac and cheese should be. Their salads deserve their own shoutout too. The goat cheese salad with pickled eggs is perfection, and the Caesar with cornbread croutons? Genius. It's the kind of detail you don't expect but end up craving every time you think about it. But of course, the real star of the entire place is the cornbread. Truly heavenly. They serve it warm, and the whipped butter melts right into it, it's honestly dangerous how good it is. I could eat the entire dish by myself without hesitation. The service is always great, quick, friendly, and welcoming. It's one of those places where the vibes feel just as good as the food tastes. On weekends, it does get packed, so making a reservation is probably a smart idea. All in all, I HIGHLY recommend this restaurant. The food, the atmosphere, the consistency, everything hits. I will always come back whenever I'm in the area, and yes... mostly because the cornbread is truly that good.

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    The Bayou
    The Bayou - White wine clams

    White wine clams

    The Bayou - Street View.

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    Street View.

    Twisted Olive - French Onion Soup, yum.

    Twisted Olive

    4.0(311 reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$

    Twisted Olive is definitely one of my favorite restaurants…read more They have a great bar and restaurant area that is open yet quiet. The artwork is amazing and the lighting is perfect. It's great for dates because this is where my girlfriend and I had our first dinner together in 2021. Veronica, our incredible server, took care of us. She fielded any questions with ease and her recommendations were exceptional. My girlfriend loved her cosmopolitan and my martini with blue cheese stuffed olives was phenomenal. The artichoke and spinach dip was both plentiful and flavorful. The tuna tartare was a bit dry yet delicious. But that grilled octopus was on a completely different level of flavor and texture. Truly fantastic. Whether you're here for lunch or dinner, the menu is incredible. Many thanks again to Veronica for her kindness and for her professionalism!

    Food is fair- was disappointed after reading the reviews…read more We had the steak that cooks at the table- supposed to be a 600 degree slab it cooks on right in front of you. It obviously was not hot enough- it didn't even sear the steak. After taking too long & it was obvious it wasn't going to cook on the slab we sent it back for them to grill in the kitchen- after that it was fine but not seasoned at all- just a plain lice of steak. The lamb shank was returned to the kitchen as it was tasteless. Appetizers were tasteless as well- ravioli & octopus. Got a burger instead which was fine. The tacos were fair- little taste & lukewarm. Same for the pork mignon. Not a place I'd return to. Service was fair along with the ambiance- kind of boring.

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    Twisted Olive
    Twisted Olive - Fish Tacos.

    Fish Tacos.

    Twisted Olive - French Onion Soup Dumplings

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    French Onion Soup Dumplings

    ZEST bar+grille - Zest Lobster Boil

    ZEST bar+grille

    4.0(252 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$$

    Enjoyed a date night here with a reservation on the roof top. The weather wasn't too bad although…read morethere was a slight breeze they have several warmers out on the roof top that helped with staying warm. Our server was very friendly! The drinks were good and strong lol. Our food was delicious! I had the " butchers cut" which was the steak of the day being a 20oz porterhouse I believe and my girlfriend had the grilled pork chop. We would definitely come here again!

    After two recent visits, ZEST bar+grille has really stepped up in unexpected ways…read more My girlfriend and I always enjoyed the restaurant due to it food, drinks, view, and overall aesthetic, as well as its quality staff. But now, their meals have advanced to another plain. The grilled salmon was phenomenal. Perfectly cooked and seasoned, and with amazing rice and blistered tomatoes, it was an absolute treat. My girlfriend got a couple of small plates and she loved her meal as well. In the morning, we returned for brunch, which usually wasn't as good in the past. My girlfriend wanted scrambled eggs and bacon and fries. Since I was starving, I indulged in the beef poutine with onion gravy over fries and with an egg -- as well as the blistered tomatoes. Absolutely phenomenal (along with a great cappuccino). The flavors were truly incredible. Kimberly, the server who may be the best in town, took care of us, which only added to our experience. She is a stellar ambassador to ZEST. Reservations were fast and easy. Upon arrival (both times) we were seated immediately. The only strange thing had nothing to do with ZEST: Even within the restaurant, if you search for "brunch near me" or "breakfast near me," ZEST does not come up at all. That's a shame because many souls may be missing out on a fantastic experience.

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    ZEST bar+grille - Not my vote :-(

    Not my vote :-(

    ZEST bar+grille - Carrot Cake

    Carrot Cake

    ZEST bar+grille - Bloody Mary

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    Bloody Mary

    Bolete Restaurant - newamerican - Updated May 2026

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