I have been a member for a while. Lately the food quality…read morehas dropped big time. I don't get upset over occasionally food issues. Lately the food is terrible, over cooked, cold or just terrible. I now refuse to go there. When I hear that things have greatly improved, I may consider returning to my every week visit

The Mercantile Club serves a breakfast that rivals--and often beats--the local diners…read more In fact, breakfast is easily their best meal of the day, outshining both lunch and dinner. I'd visit more than once a month if it weren't for the smoking policy.

We had an early reservation prior to an in-town concert. The restaurant was packed. We sat by the…read morebar (I never saw the main room). Our light bites food was delicious and the service attentive. Salad was tasty, fries were hot and fish tacos delicious. We didn't have the burgers but they were huge.

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.

Katie is the best server at The Shelby! Always so sweet and kind. makes us feel so comfortable with…read moremy speech impediment as well! I want her every time I come! haha thank you for the great experience! Morgan And Amber

our server Alexa was fantastic..very friendly and knowledgeable. We thought she was here for years…read morebut it was just her 4th day on the job. we will be back!!!

Went with my mom to share some appetizers for lunch. Best choice. I wasn't a total fan of the beef…read moredumplings but they were good. The pretzels and tots are 10/10. Staff were extremely polite and attentive. We went right after opening so it was very quiet and I was obsessed with the farmhouse vibes! Super cute and will definitely be in again!

Service was good (Phil). This is a hamburger restaurant. They have bison, Elk, Venison for a…read morepremium price and beef for a lesser price. I've had bison steak before, so I knew it was a bland tasting meat, so I tried venison burger for the first time. Same outcome, bland meat. Good thing there was bacon on top to give my burger some flavor . Definitely not worth the $23.00 . Stick with the beef for $12.00 . The French fries were mainly one inch long and easier to eat using a fork, they tasted good but difficult to eat with fingers. A 4% extra charge for credit card use. (Sorry Phil, the boss got part of your tip) I will eat the again if I want to pay $12.00 for a hamburger and fries but I wasn't impressed to say , WoW!! Converted farm house atmosphere, yawn.

This was a nice mellow restaurant. It wasn't super crazy on a Sunday at 5 so we didn't need to…read morewait long at all. Food was very good and cocktails were also quite tasty. Would gladly go back menu is so huge there is quite a bit to try.

This place has pretty good food. They add a lot of basil to the pasta dishes so be ready. But…read morehere's my complaint. I ordered a cheese burger and asked to substitute a small side salad for the fries . It's 3 dollars more and then they don't give you the side . So to make a healthy choice it cost you more and they keep the fries. I just don't think it's fair. Just my two cents. So now I will take the fries and not eat them . It's why we are overweight as a nation , it's cheaper to eat fried foods that are unhealthy. Besides all that the burger is probably the best in the area. So you win some you loose some.

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 stopped there after a jazz performance at the Miller Hall. The cast iron mushrooms were really…read moretasty - nice touch to put the egg on top. The hummus was good too, topped off by a glass of Cabernet. Great combination, along with good service from Chris. It was a good nite-cap. I look forward to returning when in the area.

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.

Great food, good atmosphere and solid service. Would recommend!…read more Thanks for a great burger!

The food was awesome, prices were good, and the service was terrific - everyone was so friendly!…read moreThey also had plenty of vegetarian and gluten free options.