I usually don't write reviews but in this case I feel I have to. We have only eaten at the Kutztown Tavern once before and had burgers. They were decent. My husband and I decided to have a dinner date and decided to try them again for a more traditional meal. I had the Cajun catfish over corn johnny cakes. It was...in a word...disgusting. Bland tasteless, poorly seasoned fish over breakfast pancakes with maple syrup. I am pushing the bile back down my throat just thinking of it. I have also been in the bathroom most of the night, that food did not sit well with me. My husband had the crab stuffed salmon and said that it was also bland and poorly seasoned. I guess this place would be ok for a burger and beer, just be careful not to order anything else, especially seafood. GROSS! read more

Probably the nicest sit down family meal on Main Street. When my parents visit we usually go there for a late lunch. The good is usually pretty good (mostly a burger and wings kind of place). But definitely a place to check out if you've never been read more

The food is excellent. Seafood bisque is a favorite. Some servers need more training on a micro beer place like this. They have no clue to helping choose a beer. Been here four times Learn the tavern before being a server. Pricing on salads are little pricey for this area. Otherwise the food is 5 star. read more

The seafood chowder and pretzels are always the best! Brisket was slightly greasier than I would have liked but tender with great smoked flavor. My parents love eating here. read more

The food is surprisingly fantastic. I might even venture to say the best in town. There is a wide array of beer to sample from and their micro-brewery is off the chain. The staff is nice and courteous. If not for the fact that the date I was on when I ate there was terrible, I would have had one of the best dining experiences in years. The Tavern gets 4 out of 5 stars; the date, however, only gets 2 (she was incredibly attractive, but her personality was lacking). read more

What a find on our way home to NJ after a camping trip in Pottsville!! We were passing through looking for a restaurant that was open on a Monday in PA, who knew that would be such a challenge! I came across Kutztown Tavern on Yelp so we turned off the highway and went to check it out. I didn't know it was a brewery as well. It had a super cool, comfortable atmosphere. The beer was really good! The pumpkin ale with the cinnamon sugar rim was awesome! All the food we tried was super delicious! They had Maryland crab soup today, it was very good. We also had the fried pickles and homemade tater tots. My super picky 7 year old proclaimed that these appetizers were her favorite of any place we've ever been. Oh, and she hates pickles. She had a personal pizza that she also really enjoyed. My husband and I both had the brisket sandwich. OMG is was amazing!! It was the most tender brisket I've ever had. I would drive the 1.5 hours from home just to get that sandwich again! I am so glad we found this place, I guarantee we will be back the next time we're passing through! read more

Honestly I love going to the tavern; the food is good....a little overpriced but good. The problem I have is with some of the staff. At times when I eat there I don't see my waitress for long periods of time only to find her sitting at a back table gossiping with the other waitresses. But the reason I decided to write a review was for the DISGUSTING service I usually have with the takeout and this was the last straw. Not only do I never get through to the bar when I call and tell the hostesses I didn't get through to anyone they still put me through to the bar??? Ok. After 5 minutes on hold, someone usually answers and takes my order. Then I go in when they tell me to and I can see my food sitting at the bar with the bartender nowhere to be seen. 5 minutes later she mosies out and takes my card. Today, however, I waited my usually 5 minutes on hold, went in when they told me to. I had come home from work and decided to walk my dog, I didn't want my food to go cold so I decided to take my dog in with me. Mind you she is a 7-lb emotional support Pomeranian. Nobody seemed to have an issue with her not a hostess, waitress, or guest. I walked up to the bar, again no bartender present. She then proceeds to walk my food from the kitchen not even noticing me and walks back into the kitchen, you're kidding. So I wait 5 more minutes and move positions and she finally sees me. The first things she says to me isn't "oh I'm so sorry for your wait!" No it was "You really shouldn't have a dog in here." I was extremely baffled by her attitude mind you I thought I would just be in there a couple minutes to pick up my food. She is always late and rude which is why I'm never ordering from here again. There are plenty of other places in town that are efficient and dog friendly. I will say I'm going to miss wing nights with my waitress Jen because she is the best! If you guys are going to charge the price you do you should probably have the customer service to match it. read more

Our experience?.... Great food, great beer, great service, great atmosphere. This is definitely a place we will visit again and again! The atmosphere is nice and clean. They have a private room upstairs for parties. The worst thing I can say about their micro-brews is that there was one I didn't like as much as the others. We ordered a diverse mix of foods: a bacon and bleu cheese burger (super good), a veggie panini (a different veggie blend - including artichokes!), and a bratwurst meal with sauerkraut and garlic skin-on mashed potatoes (the brat was from a local Pennsylvania Dutch butcher and had been soaked in one of their brews). This was all so good. We honestly can't wait to sample the rest of the menu. read more

As pubs go, I give K.Town Tavern 5 stars for its combination of good service, very good food, numerous beer options, interesting decor, and cleanliness. We've been there many times and only once was I disappointed (with one of the soups). Parking can be at tad tricky, depending on which night you go... but I'd say just leave the kiddies at home, take along your favorite buds and you'll have a great time. read more

Tried to place a order for chips and dip at 9:10 pm (they close at 10pm) and was turned away with the excuse that the kitchen already closed 1/2 hour ago. Well I guess I will take my business somewhere else! read more

Great beer selection and the best burgers in the area. You won't be disappointed I highly recommend this place to everyone read more

Kutztown Tavern - Best burgers around - Burgers Near Me - Kutztown, Pennsylvania

We were here for a banquet, I am not aware of the prices so I can't give input on that. We went on a Saturday night and it looked busy so the parking wasn't great, but we did find a space close to the door because we got there as someone was leaving. We had a buffet style meal which included appetizers of soft pretzels and corn nuggets, salad and broccoli and cheese soup, entrees were chicken cordon bleu, prime rib, fish (not sure what it was, maybe cod?), sides were mixed vegetables and mashed potatoes, dessert was cheesecake with different sauces to put on (chocolate, caramel, raspberry.) The apps were average+, the soup was very good, the chicken and beef were very good (although when I got through the line, the beef was low and wasn't really even warm although shortly after I left the line they replaced it with a new batch), the fish I didn't try but my husband said it was ok but bland, the mashed potatoes were pretty good and the veggies were average. The cheesecake was good (not amazing, but not bad), it was nice having the variety of sauces. However, I did find eggshell in my cheesecake. Mistakes happen and had I paid for that particular slice I would have said something, but it was buffet and I could have gotten another slice. The wait staff was very polite and friendly as was the bartender and the hostess. The place looked clean and well kept, the ambiance was nice. Not knowing the prices, I can't say if I'd return, however I did enjoy my evening and my meal. read more

Two of my friends from the West Coast recently took jobs in Kutztown and moved to the downtown area just off Rt 222, so I decided to welcome to the East Coast by taking them out to dinner. They found an apartment the day before, so they were obviously not ready for guests. I looked up about five restaurants on Yelp and they chose the Kutztown Tavern based upon what they had heard about it in town. We ordered the corn fritters as an APP and they were very good; my friends ordered seasonal beers and liked them, and we all had different dinners.The Tavern is a beautiful, rustic-looking sort of building on the outside with plenty of parking in the rear of the building. The inside of the tavern is spacious and quite modern looking. The food is moderately priced and reasonable. One of my firiends had a pretzel pizza which is unique and made out of pretzel dough.My other friend ordered a chicken pasta dish and she also loved hers. She took half of it home in a doggie bag. I ordered a jumbo scallop dinner, and I wasn't disappointed at all. If I am in the area again, I will go back. read more

Atmosphere and concept is really nice, but the food was sub par at best. Everything was just ok and not memorable at all.

Kutztown Tavern is my go-to place for lunch meetings or a fun night out with my wife. The tavern never disappoints...great food, great staff, great atmosphere! read more

This restaurant holds a special place in heart, my (now husband) and I met at Shortys and had our first date at the Kuztown Tavern, although we graduated a few years ago we still like to visit. We planned an afternoon lunch date a few weeks back and sadly it will be the last time we ever visit the restaurant. We had terrible service from our waitress, I couldn't have been more disappointed with our food and service. Food was lackluster, we ordered a panini for $10 dollars and split it and it wasn't any special, the buffalo egg rolls were good but that is all that can be said. We received the wrong bill and the waitress acted like it was our fault, just tossed the new bill on the table. This establishment has gone down hill since we lived in town. I wouldn't recommend this restaurant to anyone, go to Basin Street, they have much better food for a better price and good service! read more

Had another great meal here today. Have never been disappointed. This time we got the spicy garlic wings and the black and blue burger. Fantastic! read more

Unbelievable establishment! An amazing atmosphere from the waiting area to the tables in the back! The tavern if filled with affable servers; many being students at the wonderful university! The only negative aspect of the Tavern would be a somewhat over priced menu. However, for those who don't have a problem paying for an incredible meal, I highly suggest this! read more

We stopped into the Tavern for lunch. The best way to describe our opinion of the place was a solid "meh". We both got paninis, and they weren't bad. Weren't great either. I tried a blueberry ale which was interesting. I wouldn't go again. read more

We took a break from Christmas shopping to have a late lunch here. We love this place. The food is typical pub fare, but a step above. The service is always very good. The staff is frequently college students, who want to make good tips and so provide great, friendly service. We had the Bourbon Stout, my personal favorite. They have a RIOT beer as well which is excellent, but has a high alcohol content - only one for me!. My husband had the Mexican Pulled Pork Sandwich is the best ever. It's moist and flavorful and the portion is huge. I had a mushroom burger. i had to take half home. The atmosphere is great here. Very relaxed, no hurrying to turn a table. We have enjoyed it many times. read more

We have eaten here many times and have tried most of the meals on the menu. Always excellent. The beer brewed on the premises and is top notch. Service is friendly and knowledgeable about the meals and beer. read more

Pennsylvania's best atmosphere! Love the décor and food. Good portions, great service. Staff is always friendly and helpful.

I have to agree, there is a lot of potential but it is not executed well. I was not impressed with the menu. The food was over priced for what it was. Very slow service. We paid in cash, and we expected $10 at least in change, but the waitress decided asked if we wanted the change, and we were shocked that she even asked. Then she proceeded to give us over $10 in ones. Not so subtle hints? I will not be returning. read more

Went to the tavern and got the stir fry. Very disappointing, the chicken was like something that you'd find at McDonald's or Subway complete with painted on grill marks. I wouldn't order it again. Of course the beer is always good. read more

Nice place for the fancier meal or nicer lunch in town. The bar makes great drinks and plenty of choices.

I've been many times, and plan to go there this week for my 60th birthday celebration! The bad first: There is a spacious area to wait for a table in the front of the tavern, but to get to your table, you have to walk to the back and squeeze past patrons sitting at the bar on the right and tables on the left. If you enter in the back, as I always do now, from the parking, you have to go up a long flight of stairs (too bad if you're handicapped from either entrance), and wait on the stairs for your table, as the maitre'd is just at the top of the stairs with the seating chart. Weird. The building has 2 story ceilings, and so can be cold if you get there just after opening on a winter day. But it's kind of attractive in a funky way, with the heating ducts and piping all out in the open, and the brewing tanks visible, for it is a microbrewery. The good: The atmosphere, the many types of beer they serve, some are quite delicious! The service is usually very good, and the food is YUMMY!! I have NEVER HAD A BAD MEAL THERE!! read more

I really like this place. Good food. Nice wait staff. If they could only try to get this last thing corrected....it would be a home run! Ordering when I'm in the Tavern is a piece of cake. Ordering a meal over the phone 'to go' is a nightmare. There is a very nice guy taking the 'To Go' orders that is not familiar with the menu. I explained this to a waitress and she suggested that '....the next time you want take out ask for a server (instead of the take out guy). ' I called...and asked for a server....and was put through to the gentleman at the Take Out section. Frustrating. Please make this minor change guys. I want to give you 5 stars.... read more

This is a place I would come back to for beer but not food. I had the veggie panini which had a lot of potential for being delicious but just wasn't. It was bland and the bread was actually a little soggy on one part as if it had gotten wet. So I was very disappointed with the panini but VERY satisfied with the Blonde Lager! read more

I've been here a few times. I think the food is overpriced for the portions you get but the vegetable beef soup is amazing!

the food here is awesome and so tasty. they have a large menu with a wide variety. when it comes down to the fries, go curly. always pleased when ever i go here read more

The Kutztown Tavern is almost a 30 minute drive from our home. We venture there a few times a year to sample their home-made micro-brew beers and usually very good bar food. This past Saturday evening (August 2nd 2014) proved to be the exception. We were there with another couple. Both my husband and our friend ordered the meatloaf. After the entree arrived, both my husband and our friend stated that the meatloaf had a "sour, odd " taste to it. They both were concerned that the meat was spoiled. My husband had sampled some pieces, though my friend had only one bite. We requested the manager. A female manager with dark hair approached out table. We expressed our concerns and dislike of the meatloaf.She took a plate of our meatloaf for the chef and her to sample. That in itself seemed an odd request. I thought to myself, " what chef wants to sample off a customer's plate???" She quickly returned to our table stating they had sampled the meatloaf and this was how their meatloaf tastes. She mentioned something about the mustard in the meatloaf mix and that was it. So, 50% of the people in our party greatly disliked their entree. (and still didn't trust that it wasn't spoiled) She didn't apologize, offer another replacement entree or offer to remove any from the bill. She knew both people in our party wasted their two meals and did nothing!!! It will be a long time before we make the trip back here. Last I heard customer satisfaction should reign top on a manager's list, which she offered none. My husband, a lover of meatloaf, said the taste of that meat has ruined him on meatloaf for a long while. Skip the Kutztown Tavern. Go where your patronage is appreciated. read more

Visited on September 12, 2015 after visiting Crystal Cave - We ended up here per a friend. When we got in, we were soaking wet and grabbed a set at the bar, we were NOT impressed at all. The bartender seemed less then thrilled to service us, not only could we not get our drinks, when he got to our end of the bar the interaction with him made me want to leave. But we decided to just stay and see how things went as we grabbed a drink. I was able to catch the attention of one of the other bar tenders on duty and order an appetizer I think it was Spinach artichoke dip - whatever it was it was amazing!!!!! And that's when things changed for the better!! They were in transition and on came Iven (spelling) who was the first to attend us when he came on duty and it was AWESOME! Great vibe and great interaction and then there was Becca who was also a delight and helpful and Tim who was there earlier and helped get us the appetizer. After a rough start we ended up having a delightful visit with the new staff on hand.. Drinks were well made (I like mixed drinks) and the food was Beyond delicious! Kudos to the kitchen staff! If we ever go back into the area we will totally pop in again. YUM read more