What a cute place for coffee, breakfast, brunch! My friend have been spotting this place and decided to go for it. It's like grandma's house (grandma was in there teaching her granddaughter to clean up - so cute!). The day we went, they had little specials in each corner. They had a gardening educational table for those interested in it, and They might have partnered with another eatery that advertised mango with sticky rice and boba. **They also serve Mary Ann Donut Kitchen Fridays and Saturdays, so two yumminess in one! They don't have all the flavors though... We all ordered a latte, almond milk and oat milk. Not bad. My friend and I ordered from the children's menu (LOL) and got a biscuit with egg and cheese, whilst her husband ordered the 610. We shared the biscuit French toast. We truly enjoyed our children's item, actually, we all enjoyed everything. Nice neighborhood cafe and definitely coffee shop vibe. read more

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Jay's Local is a place that every neighborhood should have. Loved the vibe and the aesthetic. The biscuit sandwich was delicious. The cinnamon roll was decent too. People are friendly and the food is well made. A few tables to sit down if you want to get some work done. The college kids probably love it. I do too! read more

I found this cafe online and it was fantastic! The food was great but the vibe of the place struck a chord in my heart. Everything from the children's story time to my conversation with the owner a joy! 6 stars if it were possible. read more

Nice place with coffee shop vibe. Croissants sold out by 11am, so couldn't try one. Chai latte was delicious. Friend thought chai latte tasted like hot chocolate, so she got hot chocolate lol. She also had black cherry A-Treat. Spinach quiche was delicious. Friend loved ham quiche. Chocolate croissant was pretty good, not warmed enough. read more

What a disappointment, my friend and I didn't notice the pop up of Cheese All That.. no taste bagel, not really toasted. Didn't have a everything bagel and had to get a tasteless onion one,, hot coffee wasn't hot and having empty show cases do not help the appeal.. read more

I have found an excellent business. Ordering is easy; ask for your baked goods to be packaged or your coffee to be made a certain way. I like the atmosphere and can have a quiet table where i can have coffee or tea and relax plus I can use my computer or iPhone for study or reading. I like this place, great ambiance! I travel in the area so this spot will be a regular. read more

Love love love everything about Jay's! It's the best local restaurant/cafe/hang out spot I have ever been to. The food is excellent, the coffee is delicious, and the best part is they are kid friendly. Jay's hosts summer story times for littles and my 9 month old and I love hanging out with other parents/care givers and their babies! They have toys available for kids to play with and they bring in someone to tell stories twice a week which are so fun and interactive. I hope Jay's continues to do this year round. read more

I was craving a smoothie and although the one they offered sounded amazing, I couldn't have 3/4 ingredients because of stupid food sensitivities. They literally modified the whole thing and made me an amazing smoothie! it was so nice of them! read more

I love the way this place is decorated!!! The staff is really nice and helpful. It's a great place to study and work away from home or office. I was really impressed how their menu items are mostly made in house and many things from scratch. read more

Breakfast available open to close! The blueberry muffin overnight oats were a good way to kick start the day. But, wait, there's more(!) -- the coffee is delicious. Try the cold brew or the local freeze. PLUS, the homey, yet industrial vibe is well balanced for hanging out with others or chilling alone. Appreciate the focus on connecting locally - with Muhlenberg, with food, with people. A genuine neighborhood spot! Perfect outdoor seating space, too! Big fan and will be back! read more

The young lady that greeted me and took my order when I came in was very sweet and bubbly, but the person that rang me up seemed like I was bothering her or annoying her. Her tone and attitude were short which was disappointing, as I looked at the yelp reviews before coming here from my first time and they were great. Even when I asked the person taking my order what was the size difference of the cups for my drink order, so that I could pick a size, the one ringing me up blurted out the sizes with an attitude in her tone and with an annoyed facial expression. I almost felt unwelcome or like a bother for asking. However The physical location was beautiful with lots of indoor and outdoor seating. I enjoyed my breakfast sandwich but the matcha was pretty watered down and unsweetened. I'm not sure if you have to ask for sweetener, as I'm used to my Matcha being naturally sweet. Overall I didn't enjoy my first visit unfortunately read more

Cute little university hangout spot! Gives me hipster vibes. The breakfast biscuit was tasty, but I loveddd the waffle muffin. It came with a side of whip cream and mixed berries. I had the dirty chai latte and that was just okay. I'm not much of a coffee drinker, but I still enjoyed it. Overall it's a cute place to grab a bite to eat. read more

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jay's local is a nice little coffee shop with a food menu for whether you're hungry or just want a quick coffee. It is very clean and the staff is super nice and even better it has spaces for students or people that want to get work done, I am definitely going to be coming back when I am in the area. read more

While this place has a limited menu I did like the uniqueness of their items. I've never seen a waffle muffin before and it was delicious. Nice place for a quick and easy bite, order at the counter and they bring the food to you. read more

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I absolutely adored this place. The outdoor turf seating is adorable, and then you enter a beautiful, open indoor space with plenty of tables to get work done along with couches/chairs to relax with friends. My friend loved the waffle muffin which came with bourbon maple syrup, and whipped cream topped with berries in a separate container that I wasn't expecting! So why the three stars? Well. My iced dirty chai with oat milk (advertised with local brewed cold brew) tasted like weak cold brew. With a hint of chai that I honestly probably wouldn't have noticed if I didn't know what it was supposed to be. It's a coffee shop. So the drinks are kind of a big deal. I asked if they could make it unsweetened so I'm not sure if maybe the syrup would have added another dimension? It was also very small for a "large." But regardless I won't be trying that particular one again. I should mention that I had asked them a couple questions via Facebook earlier in the day and they answered promptly. So thank you so much for that! But I do plan on returning. WiFi and indoor seating available! read more

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Had breakfast @ Jays today and was thoroughly impressed not only by the quality of the food but the prices as well. Ordered the breakfast biscuit after I was told it was a 'popular item,' and it was terrific. You could tell that they use quality ingredients and have found a way to keep it within a college students budget. The coffee was also made with quality beans from four monkeys roasters and did not disappoint. Lastly, the pastries I ordered were all good although the quality would have been better had we got them for dine in instead of takeout . The cinnabon was really good, the waffle muffin was delicious and the Portuguese tart was surprisingly amazing . Looking forward to coming back for a cheap and amazing meal. read more

this is the pastel de nata it tasted like a warm cozy hug in my mouth you should get one now :~) read more

Jay's Local - this is the pastel de nata it tasted like a warm cozy hug in my mouth you should get one now :~) - Cafes Near Me - Allentown, Pennsylvania

Fresh and made to order Jays is a great spot to get a quick meal. Prices are very reasonable and portion sizes perfect. My favorite thing is the waffle muffin... yes you read that right, a waffle and a muffin combined. It's good I don't live closer because I could eat one of those daily. read more

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Nice college spot. We stopped in Allentown on a drive and were pleasantly surprised to find a cool Muhlenberg coffee and sandwich hangout.

One star for the delicious oat milk chai latte. We ordered the pizza bagel and avocado toast with egg and both were so bad and inedible we took one bite and threw it out. We were so excited to try this place it was more than disappointing. The eggs on the avocado toast tasted like bad eggs and the avocado was a spread- not fresh avocado. The shredded cheese on the pizza bagel is that kind that doesn't melt so it just singed and tasted like burnt hair. The chai was great though but we threw the rest of our money down the drain here. Waited a long time too for the food. read more

So far so good! The prices seem a lot more reasonable than the business that was here previously. I had the breakfast biscuit and it was delicious. The coffee was good. They didn't have hot tea, but promised they were getting some soon so I'll be back to taste some more! read more

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Stopped into Jay's Local while in town. Loved the atmosphere, the cleanliness, the staff, and everything about this awesome restaurant. I tried a few things on the menu and was thrilled with all my choices. The breakfast biscuit was delicious, the biscuit was soft, buttery and flakey. The turkey bacon and eggs were perfect. Then I tried the hamburger deluxe. It has to be one of the best burgers I've had. The meat, tomato and lettuce were so fresh, topped with their special sauce -- I'm craving another! So delicious. The potato wedges were cooked and seasoned perfectly. To end the meal I tried the iced Cinnamon Roll. Whoa! Sooo good. The drinks are great as well. If you've never been, I highly recommend going. You won't be disappointed. Kudos to the family that owns Jay's Local. Can't wait to go back again next time I'm in town. read more

I've been going to Jay's since October and I'm consistently impressed with the quality of options they have available at extremely reasonable (borderline cheap!) prices. Rarely am I ever compelled to write a Yelp review, but this place deserves major praise. I usually grab coffee and a quick snack; some of the best things I've gotten recently include the Waffle Muffin (so rich, also extremely good for hangovers!) and the cinnamon roll. Everything is fresh, local, unique (the honey bourbon maple syrup is pretty remarkable), and well-priced, considering the quality of food you're getting. The space is fantastic; everything is clean and well-designed for safe dining. Everyone wears masks, there's hand sanitizer available in multiple locations, and the abundance of outdoor seating makes dining outside for lunch a smart option. It's also right across from Muhlenberg, so there is a sense of campus culture around the entire space. I'm really happy this place sits right around the corner. You can't go wrong! read more

After 5 months of staying indoors due to Covid scare, I am glad I found Jay's! The place is well kept, nicely decorated, and tables are certainly more than 6ft apart. Every dish taste fresh as many of their ingredients are locally sourced. Nice cozy place to sit down and enjoy. Outdoor seatings were also dog friendly! read more

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I go there almost every weekend & order the same thing. Yesterday I ordered a egg& cheese on a everything bagel as I always do and it's as if they gave me 1 egg only it was just. A thin slice of egg, some of my potatoes were undercooked. I was so disappointed because this is my go to breakfast place read more

Had the burger and the veggie wrap. Burger was good. Could of used mayo or mustard and maybe a side of chips or fries. Veggie wrap was good also. Also missing a side item. read more

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Popped into Jay's Local this afternoon for lunch. My wife and I ordered via phone which was quick and easy. We order the burger and veggie wrap with two iced teas. Everything was ready when we arrived. The inside was clean and inviting. Both the burger and the veggie wrap were fresh, tasty, and well prepared. We sat out front at the tables and we were very comfortable. The iced tea was also very good. Nice option for some fresh locally sourced food in the west end. read more

It's not often you find a place that offers Portuguese egg tarts, let alone good ones. I'll definitely be back for these and their other pastries. read more

We ordered the veggie wrap, bbq chicken sandwich, and potato wedges. Great portions for the price! Good flavor as well. Cool to find a cafe that serves good food but is also a great study spot or coffee shop to sit and hang out! Would recommend this place to a friend. Plan to come back in the future! read more

Just ordered a pickup breakfast from Jay's for the first time, en route to a hike in the mountains. The order system was very easy to navigate. Their menu is simple but covers all the essentials and allows you to modify orders easily (great for vegetarians!). The physical site is super welcoming and tidy. I arrived a little early, paid, and waited patiently in my car... and a staff member brought out my food! Amazing. We enjoyed the breakfast biscuit and bagel sammies and they weren't too heavy for consumption before a long hike. Will definitely return! read more

I love this place! Every time I go, the owners are so friendly and welcoming. It feels very clean and safe with COVID regulations, and it's beautiful and cozy. I live in NYC and it feels a lot like the cafes in the city- high quality pastries and burgers, but at much more reasonable prices. I grew up in Allentown, and always wanted a really cool place like this to go to! My friends who still live in the area love it too! read more

We were there for breakfast this morning. There is not much of a breakfast selection. The staff is friendly. We ordered the avocado toast but it was uneventful. The bread was not toasted at all. The coffee was decent. I really wish there were more creative dishes for breakfast. It's such a great location. read more

This is a very strange place, I must say. There's turf grass outside instead of real grass, which ?????? Why?? Why not real grass??? Inside is pretty nice. Homey aesthetic. Employees were nice as well. Ordered a beyond beef burger that was satisfying but unbelievably messy. I also ordered a matcha latte which was TERRIBLE. Dustiest matcha I've ever had!!! Not mixed at all either. I can't say I would recommend this place or return, but mostly because I am from out of town. read more

We have been here twice now and really enjoyed it. The food choices are just what we're looking for and the service is great! Highly recommend the waffle muffin with a side of ice cream for dessert. Jay's Local is very inviting, supports local farmer's and thinks outside the box on their menu offerings! Great Job! read more

I typically buy grilled cheese for my girls after swimming. My girls love their grilled cheese! There is a very good atmosphere inside. I wish there were more options on the menu. read more

Great local cafe. Awesome cinnamon buns and waffle muffins. Solid coffees and other items. Great addition to Allentown.

I live nearby and am so happy about having a cafe in the area, but I wish they would hire someone to help them make decent cuisine. The hamburger was thin, the potato wedges covered and cooked in what seemed a low quality oil, the avocado toast completely dry and underwhelming with no flavor-- these would all be so easy to fix. Use better oils, thicker hamburgers, add olive oil to the toast, really anything would make the food better. The ambiance inside is amazing, and the coffee is good. I would love a latte option rather than just drip but the filtered coffee is good. It's a beautiful space that doesn't really seem to offer any one excellent item. read more