Me and my girlfriend loved this place. Our waitress made our whole night and experience there. It was a small place that was pretty packed but we sat at the bar and had a great time. We found this place because I was looking for somewhere I could get a beer and walk out and around the town of Jim Thorpe (I believe they allow it here). But ended up staying for the vibes and plus we were super hungry. I wish I remembered our waitresses name but I believe she had pink in her hair. She allowed me and my girlfriend to sample some beers that she thought we would like because we were hesitant and what to order. We got the sangria sour beer and the white ale which were perfect for us. We also saw online that everyone loved the smash burger so we had to try it. We added truffle fries for 3 dollars which was so worth it. Some of the best fries we have ever had. Also I think we decided it was the best smash burger we have ever had. We both have never tried bacon jam and we were a bit hesitant about the pimento cheese as well. I think my favorite moment from this trip was sitting at the bar here and eating this meal. Plus the burger lived up to the hype. Thank you to the waitress we had you made our day! read more

Notch Eight Craft House - Our spot at the bar. - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

Local bar located on Broadway in Jim Thorpe. We stopped in for a drink before dinner. Bar was busy as they are one of only a handful of spots open on a Tuesday night. Bartender was friendly and fast. Decent beer menu and a nice coctail menu. They do serve food, though we didnt eat. Atmosphere...typical dark dive bar :) Street parking My rating rationale +1 Service + 1 Food~Taste/flavor/quality + 1 Presentation + .5 Atmosphere/vibe +1 Value read more

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Everything was excellent Service, customer satisfaction and the Smash Burger is the bomb. Best I ever ate. A little less salt on the fries would be my only suggestion. I am sure they are double fried, so crispy and good. read more

We came to Jim Thorpe (from Philadelphia) after seeing a TikTok about this spot and we are so glad we did! We made our trip on a Tuesday in mid-August. They opened at 3 that day. We did a few things around town but were still there a few minutes before they opened and we weren't the only ones! Doors were unlocked and we excitedly went in! I had surgery a week prior to our visit so the only downside was that they have no regular chairs to sit in, just bar stools. I made due because it was the only reason we came to the Jim Thorpe. Our server/bartender Jon was wonderful! Talked and joked around with us, very friendly and welcoming! Our original plan was to each order a sandwich and split them. I ordered the burger and my boyfriend ordered the brisket French dip. After we each ate half and raved about them, we switched. After one bite we switched back. The burger was so good and he loved the French dip so it was perfect! We each had old bay fries on the side as well. We plan on coming back in the winter for a weekend and we will absolutely be back here again! read more

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This small pub/eatery in Jim Thorpe has awesome eats!!! We stopped in for late lunch on a recent weekday and were blown away by their food. We started with the Nashville hot bao buns which were taste bombs. Highly recommend these! For mains, we went with the smash burger and the turkey Rachel. Both sandwiches were awesome in their own right. The onion jam on the burger really makes it unique in a great way. The smokiness of the Rachel was also a hit. Even the fries and chips served as sides were noteworthy. The bartender/host/ server was welcoming and attentive. Really cool place with excellent food, on the main drag in Jim Thorpe. read more

Stopped here for a quick cocktail on way to Opera House. Next time will plan on staying awhile longer. Beautiful bar. Spectacular draft list and creative cocktails. Tried the Brisket Cheesesteak egg rolls. They were excellent. Would definitely return to explore the menu further. We sat at the bar and service was quick and efficient. read more

Notch Eight Craft House - Brisket cheesesteak egg rolls - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

I have to admit that this place exceeded my expectations - the quality of the food was exceptional - both the wings and the tacos punched well above their weight. Outstanding craft bartender that used fresh ingredients. Great service as well. If any downside it's that the seating is so limited. Don't let that deter you. You'll miss out on a wonderful craft food and booze experience. read more

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We walked in a little after 11:30 and the place was absolutely empty, we decided to stay and try it out anyways and by the time we left there were no seats available and some people waiting! There are really only bar stools available to sit, we choose the seats by the window so we could watch the rain falling outside. The food was very good, we all got something different and we all enjoyed what we ordered. I myself ordered the Chicketta chicken sandwhich with fries on the side. It was very filling and the texture of the chicken was crispy and the sauce paired well. The fries were also a great texture and I ended up finishing my entire meal! I would highly recommended this restaurant and if possible try to get there as early as you can so that you can guarantee yourself a place to sit! read more

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The food - (we had sandwiches) - was good - the fries were crispy and just right. The people were amazing, super easy going and allowed me to bring my small dog inside - we ate upstairs in a warm toasty place and we so appreciated it. Thank you! No photo of our sandwiches, just a photo of our furbaby. read more

Notch Eight Craft House - Our furbaby cozy upstairs in the game room. - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

Tall skinny bartender had the personality of a shoe. We almost felt as if we were bothering him asking about different types of beer as we weren't familiar with what they had. He didn't offer a sample or compare what they had to any brands we may be familiar with. With us coming from NY/NJ area the birria tacos were not comparable to what we know as authentic. They were good and tasty but I've never had a birria taco with chipotle mayo. They were full of meat and tasty although the "consume" was super watery. Good, not great is the best I can offer. read more

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Visiting Jim Thorpe for the first time and was excited to check out Notch Eight Craft House. It's a smaller bar and has a nice upstairs lounge area. We came on a very hot day and their AC wasn't working but they provided fans, ice, and plenty of a water. Started with the island boy cocktail and it was perfect for a hot summer day. Got the Korean brussel sprouts and brisket French onion dip. The Brussels were spicy and perfectly cooked. The sandwich was high, cheesy and delicious. The service was impeccable and kind - great experience! read more

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Loved the truffle fries here -- crisp, flavorful, and addicting -- and the local IPA on draft was refreshing. The staff was very friendly and spot on with their recommendations. The Brussels sprouts were a bit too saucy for me, but my husband enjoyed them, and the tacos were decent as well. Overall, a good dining experience with great service, but worth noting that the space is better for individuals or couples since seating is limited to high-top bar counters (not ideal for larger groups). read more

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This is a small cozy pub with a funky industrial decor. The pubs name refers to the highest speed on a locomotive. Some customers on the sidewalk told us to order the Crispy brisket egg rolls which we did and they were delicious. Their house brew was very refreshing. The bartenders were very friendly and told us all about the area and the local black bears. read more

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Great service, great vibes. We had the wings and they were huge and the flavor profile was on point. read more

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What a find in the heart of Jim Thorpe, PA. Notch Eight is a small bar with big spirit. Dani, Zach and Paulie are warm and welcoming and great hosts. Dani is an attentive bartender and makes a great espresso martini. Now the food....amazing! My husband had the French dip, which he gets A LOT, and said this was the best one he ever ate! The chips needed more seasoning so next time we'll order the fries. I had the margarita pizza with cauliflower crust and that can go very wrong but Notch Eight got it right and it was delicious. I highly recommend checking out Notch Eight and sit back and relax with a nice drink and some great food! read more

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We arrived in Jim Thorpe early around 9 AM to secure parking, but most restaurants, including this one, don't open until 11 AM--something to keep in mind. Notch Eight Craft House is a narrow space with a bar seating about 10, plus a few high-tops. There's also an upstairs, but you'll need to order at the bar first. The shelving is a work of art, made from metal pipes and valves, featuring cool designs like squids, a water monster, and other mythical creatures against a partial brick wall--giving the place a unique vibe. The staff warmed up slowly after managing a morning rush from the Fall Festival crowd. We enjoyed drinks with bao buns--the chicken and toppings were excellent, but the buns were harder than expected, missing the soft, pillowy feel we were hoping for. read more

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Not a bad spot 21 and over only . That why my boy and I had to eat outside on the bench but it was worth it . All stuff posted tastes good and wasn't to long of a wait . read more

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This place has such a friendly vibe and the best part: no kids under 21 allowed but it is dog friendly! Great food and local spirits and craft beer. Loved the vibe for the quaint town. read more

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Overall, 4.5 stars rounding up to 5...for food only. We didn't get any alcohol so we have no opinion on that. Food was satisfying and good after a hike. Nice dive bar feel with good food. Service was overall good. I would visit again if I'm in the area. read more

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This place has TOP NOTCH food and drinks. We spent the weekend in Jim Thorpe and came here both nights for dinner. The cocktails are amazing. I highly recommend the raspberry sage smash!! The food we ordered was out of this world! The truffle fries were so delicious and addicting - tasted like "fancy McDonald's fries" which was just what we needed. My friend ordered the smash burger and said it was in her top 3 burgers of all time. The flatbread pizzas were delicious. I especially loved the pepperoni pizza with "cup pepperoni". The crust was my favorite part! Crunchy yet chewy at the same time - perfection. My husband LOVED the Korean BBQ bao buns, and the birria tacos. Honestly, based of our 2 nights of experience, you can't go wrong with any food on the menu. Every single thing we ate was truly delicious. My only complaint is that the lighting is very dim inside. It is strictly lit by Edison bulbs (and not a lot of them), and I would hesitate to bring anyone here with vision problems. However, they do offer takeout! The upstairs has several large couches and a couple tables. We opted to eat upstairs the second night, because it was quite loud and dark downstairs the first night. The upstairs was a totally different vibe which we enjoyed immensely. We will definitely be frequent visitors to Notch Eight when we come to Jim Thorpe! Amazing drinks, friendly and helpful service, and exceptional food! read more

We had dinner here on Saturday night. The place was smaller than I thought. We walked in and the place was completely packed. We stood around and waited and got 2 spots at the bar. I was given the wrong dinner by accident but no big deal because their food was fantastic. We got turkey burnt ends BLTA. It was loaded with shredded turkey and bacon! It was out of this world! We also had margarita pizza. We also took home Nashville chicken on Bao buns. They had a very good beer selection! We really had a great time there . Like I said the place was packed and service was still very good. read more

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Overall a solid spot for a drink and some food. When we first walked in we definitely felt odd, it's a small space, railroad style so not much room to stand by the bar, but there is a small upstairs. But, as non-locals we were a little lost. We stood awkwardly at a bar while an awkward bartender looked at us, and then had to get out from behind the bar and just pointed his finger towards the direction, it was weird and kinda rude. We ordered a couple beers and went upstairs. Eventually a couple seats at the bar opened up downstairs and we sat there. I ordered the burger on special, it was absolutely delicious. I can't remember what my wife got, but it was equally as good. We also ordered a couple cocktails, both good, although one was a mix or pre-made which I didn't love. The other bartender, he had glasses, can't remember his name was very attentive and gave us a better experience. We sat and had a few, but it definitely felt like a local place and we felt a little out of place, either way it was solid and I'd definitely come back. read more

Okkkkk.. if you go here you have to get the smash burger with the truffle fries.. the fries are amazing !!! Please note the place is small. No tables you just have to seat at the bar. read more

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Quaint little place, food was really good but seating at bar is very limited and got quite crowded both evenings we were there so it was a bit uncomfortable for me. Husband loved it. I recommend going off hours. Everyone I've talked to about it loves it. read more

Really great bar atmosphere. Unique beer and cocktail menu you don't see often. Adult only but has a great upstairs game room to take your friends have some cocktails and play! Really unique food menu and everything is amazing. Best burger in town hands down. I also love the French dip tacos that they have! read more

Great beer. Great food. Great bartender. Great Ambiance. 85 characters needed for review.

Did I just have the best chicken sandwich in my life? Yes yes I did. The porchetta spiced, fried chicken sandwich is amazing. Everything we've had here is amazing, it's an eclectic mix of amazing flavorful, fresh dishes that hit the spot. We had some bao buns, tacos and sandwiches: everything was top notch. The team behind the bar know their spirits, make a mean cocktail and share some great anecdotes about what's in your glass. This place is a must visit. Inside in slick and intimate, the staff welcome you as you enter and it only gets better from there. read more

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Came in on a beautiful Saturday morning just before 12- got the last 2 seats at the bar. Great atmosphere large selections of bourbon and crafts beers. I had a Peach Julep which was amazing and the IPA was great too. The staff was friendly, very attentive and made excellent cocktails. For food I had the burnt turkey end blt and my wife had the Korean bar buns both were amazing. A true 5 star read more

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We tried this place for an early dinner and we were glad we did. The service was great and the food was awesome. The place is small so you may have to wait but it would be worth waiting for. The flatbread pizza and garlic parm pretzel bites were so good! I would highly recommend this place! read more

the food was absolutely amazing! Service was also good everyone was so nice and welcoming. Definitely recommend coming to this place while visiting jim Thorpe. The smash burger was one of the best I've ever had. And the appetizers were also amazing. It is a little small inside, but the vibes were so cute. read more

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Enjoyed exploring this cute little town of Jim Thorpe. Popped in Notch Eight for a quick drink before a show at the opera house. Staff was awesome gave us a list (Zac with the mustache did a hand written map) of all the local establishments to tour on our bar crawl adventure. Went back the next day and had a delicious smash burger and beer. read more

This establishment is definitely more a casual bar than restaurant. There's additional seating upstairs but it is a lounge so it's two large couches with coffee tables. I thought the corn ribs were good and the gabagoul sandwich was just okay I wish they used more of the sauce because it was a bit bland. I think it's a decent option for the area but pretty forgettable. The food did come out very fast. read more

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During our visit to Jim Thorpe this place was highly recommended. We waited till 3pm for their opening and it was worth the wait! The place was divey and just what we were looking for. Great craft beers and a menu to pair it with. Literally there were so many good food choices to pick from, it was a tough choice. First we started with the Bao buns. So flavorful and just the right amount of tenderness to the pork belly. Highly recommend it as a starter. As our entrees, we went with the Cordon Blue Sandwich and the BTLA tacos. Both were tasty and packed with flavor but a little on the burnt side. Still good choices. All in all, I would 100% come back and visit. The bartender was very nice as well and gave us a few town recommendations. *** SIDE NOTE: ordering the BTLA tacos makes the chef very angry lmao. We found it funny but others may find it uncomfortable. read more

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The staff is very attentive, friendly, and helpful. And the food was excellent. We had a smash burger and a chicketta chicken sandwich, both delicious and large servings. The beers on tap were great, too. Crowded and not a large room; we lucked out to walk in and get seats at the bar. read more

Smashing food, had a great bartender who was tentative, and gave great recommendations. Beer was great as well, Jim Thorpe must.

Service was really good , the filet mignon with mushrooms and crispy potatoes was very good . Drinks were great , nothing bad here only good

Burgers are excellent, this is going to be my go to spot every time I'm hiking in the area

Came here for some drinks last weekend. The service here is pretty good. Workers are nice but can be a bit slower if there's a big crowd. Also they don't have much room inside the building. They tell people to sit where they want, yet there's almost nowhere to sit when it gets too packed. They should maybe do some crowd control. I ordered "The Dude" cocktail and it was seriously one of the best coffee cocktails I've ever had! Very please with that. However, their rum punch is easily the worst I've had. It's not sweet at all and overall very disappointing. I would come back here though. Maybe even get some food, because it did look and smell good. read more

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First time here. Service was great: friendly and professional. I had a rum drink, Blackberry Smash cocktail, which was freshly made with real fruit and delicious. My husband had a Black Russian, made just the way he likes it. They are a craft beer place but we didn't try any of their selections. We did have a snack there too: I had the corn ribs, which were very tasty, while my husband had the margarita pizza which he wasn't thrilled with bc he didn't know it would be a cauliflower crust which he doesn't care for (but I liked it). The atmosphere was intriguing with an industrial vibe all the way through. Small place but worth it. read more

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Probably the best burger i ever had. Small little bar, seating is minimal, but service, and food is just amazing. Everyone is friendly, and food is always amazing. read more