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!

After an afternoon at the museum, the Honey and I were famished! We walked to Hamilton Street and…read moreamongst the many eateries, chose this place. What a beautiful space! With its airy outside patio and spacious interior, we loved the vibe. We were warmly greeted by our server Paige and were seated. Our spicy margaritas had just the right amount of kick! We were off to a great start... We dined on chili and a dish called El Fresco. The El Fresco are marinated seasoned chicken chunks served on a bed of sliced mozzarella and tomatoes. It was so savory and satisfying. The Honey could not stop saying how good the chili was!! I was lucky enough to get a spoonful (or two) before it was all gone! You will not go wrong with either one of these dishes. Paige was nice enough to answer my questions about the Brunch menu and history of the restaurant. She directed me to the wall where an article about the owner Marta was hanging. We then had the pleasure of meeting her when she came by the table to check on us. We're so happy we stopped in. The food and service were top notched. When we're in the area again, we're definitely returning. If we lived in the area I could see us becoming regulars here. I suggest you pay them a visit...if you're local to the area or out of towners, you won't be disappointed!! Thank me later.

I love their service and the food is delicious. The employees are very helpful and professionalread more

Pennsylvania Rye Company is a New American restaurant and whiskey bar located on Hamilton Street in…read moreAllentown. It's open Wednesday through Saturday from 4:00 PM to 2:00 AM and Sunday from 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM. My friend and I made our first visit early Friday evening. The service was good, and the food more than lived up to expectations. We started with tender, well-seasoned beef skewers, crispy buffalo wings over blue cheese, and perfectly cooked roasted cauliflower paired with a tasty tzatziki sauce and pickled onion. For my entree, I ordered the maple-glazed short rib. It was incredibly tender, practically melting in my mouth, and came with creamy sweet potato puree and roasted shallots. My friend ordered the rich, deeply flavorful bolognese. Although she received the small plate portion rather than the entree, it wasn't a major issue as we had more than enough food. There are still many items on the menu I'd like to try, and after such a strong first visit, I'll most certainly be back.

We go here often and always have the best time! Great service and classic drinks. This is a hidden…read moregem in Downtown Allentown - a must see!

There's a lot of potential here! I arrived around 6:00 on a Monday night. Restaurant is very…read morelarge with two big bars, lots of TVs, and a large outside seating area. The service staff were attentive/trying but potentially understaffed. I ordered chicken tenders to go and it was a 25 minute ticket time. The menu said they were fresh, however I found them to be dry and lacking taste. I did have a few orange crushes which were refreshing and delicious. I can see how this could be a fun experience however during my visit, there is still some work to be done.

After our museum date, we stopped by Sports & Social Allentown for a couple of drinks, and it was…read morethe perfect way to end the day! The bartenders were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive, the kind of service that makes you want to come back. Now let's talk about that Espresso Martini... BAYBEEEE! It was DIVINE. Smooth, perfectly balanced, and honestly one of the best I've had in a long time. The atmosphere was fun, energetic, and a great spot to unwind after exploring downtown. Whether you're catching a game, grabbing drinks with friends, or ending a date night, I'd definitely recommend stopping in. We'll absolutely be back!

This Monday evening wasn't very busy which was great for us. We selected our own table and was…read moregreeted promptly by our server. The fry board and cheese curds were perfect appetizers for the brewery vibe. Food arrived in a reasonable amount of time and everyone in my family enjoyed their dinner selections.

Food - 2/5 Service - 4/5 Ambiance - 4/5…read more Signature BBQ wings - meaty, tender, and well sauced. They could have used a few more minutes in the fryer to crisp up, but overall they were enjoyable. 7.8/10 Smash Daddy Double Smashburger - topped with American cheese, shredded lettuce, grilled onions, pickles, and a special sauce similar to Big Mac sauce. It was juicy, flavorful, and hit the spot. 7.7/10 House-Cut Fries - limp and over-salted. 6.8/10 Valley Cheesesteak Wood-Fired Pizza - heavy, floppy, and greasy, with almost no flavor. NR (below 6.0 cutoff)

I attended Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy Part II in DC, and overall it was a really enjoyable…read moreexperience--especially for fans of Poe--but with a few logistical quirks worth noting. First, "speakeasy" is definitely used loosely here. The event took place in a ballroom at the Kellogg Conference Hotel, with a stage set up at the front and several round 8-top tables arranged throughout the room. It felt more like a small theatrical performance with table seating than an intimate, hidden speakeasy-style venue. One thing to flag: the event FAQ mentioned that some venues may have a pre-show bar but no food. That wasn't the case here--the hotel actually had food available for purchase before the show. So if that matters to you, it's worth checking directly with the venue rather than relying solely on the event website. The performers truly carry the entire experience. They handle everything--checking tickets, seating guests, serving cocktails, and performing--which is impressive but also leads to some occasional disorganization. When we arrived, there wasn't great communication between the ticket checker and the usher, so some guests seated themselves and had to be moved later. It didn't ruin anything, but smoother coordination would make the start of the evening feel more polished. As for the cocktails: you get four, one paired with each story. Unfortunately, this was probably the most underwhelming part. The drinks weren't very strong--you could barely taste the alcohol--and despite the website showing nice glassware, they were actually served in plastic cups. It didn't quite live up to the "cocktail experience" expectation. That said, the performance itself was fantastic. The cast was engaging, energetic, and clearly passionate about Poe's work. They performed The Pit and the Pendulum, The Cask of Amontillado, Annabel Lee, and The Fall of the House of Usher, and each was brought to life in a compelling way. There were even a few ad-libbed moments that added humor and kept the show feeling fresh. The actors also did a great job interacting with the audience at each table while serving drinks, which added a personal touch. Overall, despite a few hiccups with logistics and the cocktails, the strength of the performances makes this a worthwhile experience--especially if you're a Poe fan.

The performance was fantastic and the cocktails were fabulous! The facility was nice but if I…read morecould change one thing it would be the chairs.

The food was okay at best. I had the Fegleys fries and cheesesteak, returned the fries as cold and…read morenot great. Beer good, hope it's a better experience in the evening

Great beer, great wings, and a great jukebox with Spotify. Our bartender was great and she was…read morequick to service us in a good way like Koko always enjoys on Friday afternoon afternoons with tequila

The food has always been awesome in this place. The portions are enormous. Almost too big…read more Drinks were heavy handed on the double captain and cokes. No complaints here. I had a good old cheeseburger. The husband has a sausage parm sandwich. We were very satisfied overall. Lots of TVs to keep you entertained.

Wish I could have tried the food, but they don't seem to follow their own process for seating. I…read morewas told to call when I was 15 to 20 minutes away to get on the list. However, when I called 19 minutes before my ETA, the person answering the phone said "There's 4 parties ahead of you". I said, "OK, please put me on the list." That apparently did not compute. Rather than waste more time, we went to the West End Taproom where we were seated and treated LIKE CUSTOMERS.

Traveling for business and was thrilled with our decision to eat here...we'd come back again…read moreanytime we're in the area! View across the street was really cool too!

I've been there 4 times. One ate there 3 times as one time the door was locked at noon on a Friday…read moreso I left. No complaints on the food as the wings and cheesesteak are very good. The last time, the service was horrible. I was the 2nd person to sit at the bar. The bartender obviously knew the other guy as they chatted up like I wasn't even there. After the bartender finally dropped her 12 f bomb in her conversation, I interrupted and asked if I could order. When to food came, she placed it in front of me and walked away. No utensils. No ketchup. Nothing. Thankfully it was a sandwich and fries. The other two times I was there, the bartenders were very engaging.

If you haven't been here you need to go. Stopped in Allentown on a road trip and needed a decent…read moredinner. The menu online was just so-so and I expected it to be typical bar food. I was wrong. There were so many choices it was hard to decide. I had the French onion soup which was so delicious and had lots of melted cheese on top. Could use a few more onions but still delicious as is. Then I had the house salad and added salmon. The salad was so fresh and had cran-raisins, fresh blueberries and candied pecans. The portion was large. It was a gourmet salad. The best part was the salmon was cooked to perfection. It's a hard fish to cook and not over cook. It was moist and tasty. Kudos to the chef. My Husband had the Cobb salad with chicken. He really liked it a lot and it was a good entree size. Nicolette was our server. She was great. Food came out timely and she was always checking on us. They do have typical bar foods like chicken wings, burger, nachos etc. so you have something for everyone. Seating: bar area, separate indoor dinning area, patio dinning too. If I lived here I would be a regular so I could try some other dishes.

Don't bother coming here. They don't want the business. We got here at 8:30... place doesn't close…read moreuntil midnight... and they were going up seat us until they found out we had 7 in our party, then they claimed the kitchen was closing and wouldn't cook for us. Will NEVER be back here again.