I really enjoyed my meal. The service and ambiance were great. I will definitely visit again when…read moreI'm in the area.

Needed this after a long day, shish-kabob, chicken and beef were all flavorful. Kind of wish the…read morebabaganoush was a bit less salty but could be personal preference. Added a side of their popular fattoush salad which was very refreshing!

My husband and I hit up the Farmhouse Kitchen for breakfast and we were so happy we chose this…read moreplace. Very homey inside. You go up to the counter and order and they bring it to you. I ordered the farmhouse breakfast which was lovely. Perfectly diced home fries. Delicious scrambled eggs that indeed looked far fresh . I got it with ham. My husband got an omelette which he said was delicious. Service was fast and friendly. I would definitely go back if I was in the area.

The lattes and cute decor were the only redeeming features of this establishment. We were highly…read moredisappointed after having this on our list of want to visit places. Here are some of the reasons for our disappointment: 1. Hospitality is significantly lacking! There is little to no warmth of personality in the workers. No smiles no guidance for taking orders of someone who professes it's their first time visiting. No one followed up to see if we wanted to or needed anything else after our food was received. They didn't even bother asking if everything was okay. Customer service has no personality nor a dedication to excellence. 2. To order/pay/ attain a menu, you must navigate and stand in line on steps which will be difficult for customers who may have disabilities or mobility difficulties. 3. High chairs are stored in the bathroom along with the toilet and other items for storage. This is quite disgusting as when toilets are flushed, particles are sprayed into the air and then will come to rest on the high chairs where patrons put their children to eats. Gross. 4. I specifically asked during the placement of my order if the sausage was spicy/peppery and was told "no", so I ordered it, only to have both myself and the other person in our party agree that it was spicy/had a kick. No syrup was provided either. 5. The toast was so hard it was like a rock and I never was provided with the jam that is clearly indicated on our receipt, and I was charged an additional fee for- nor did anyone come over to check on us or offer to bring it. Again poor service! 6. The floors and displays were dusty and boasted cobwebs. Observing staff clearing plates from tables I noticed that tables and chairs were not wiped/sanitized between customers. There are additional concerns we had about our first visit here, but I'm sure you get the idea. It is extremely rare that I leave poor reviews, but this one stood out and can't be overlooked. Just highly disappointed and I would never recommend this place, except for maybe a coffee to go, but nothing more. Save your time and money and visit elsewhere to avoid wasting it and leaving in a state of disappointment.

My mom just moved to the area and we needed Pho STAT with all the cold weather so stopped by Van's…read morecafe and it hit the spot. Great flavors, prepared quickly and enjoyed the conversation with the shop owner. Look forward to coming back next time I'm in town

Over the years, I have frequented this place as a vegan and always enjoyed the delicious veggie…read morepho. Now that I include meat in my diet, I can't get enough of the amazing thinly sliced beef pho. The veggie bahn mi has also become a must-have for me. The broth is packed with flavor and the portions are generous.

An unassuming restaurant in the heart of Reading, PA. On the hunt for a quick bite, I did not…read moreexpect to see a Desi restaurant in the area. The place was definitely interesting to say the least. The noodles felt like something I would make for myself in a hurry when I attended college, but the fried vegetable rice was yummy. The best way to describe this place is a 'hit or a miss'.

I enjoyed a nice lamb curry here with fresh garlic naan and rice. I ordered it spicy and it…read moredefinitely hit the mark. The host was a kind gentlemen and the establishment is clean and pleasant. As this place opened this year, I hope word gets out that HB is worth a visit.

Delicious food with fresh ingredients. The horchata is absolutely amazing! It has to be one of my…read morefavorite beverages in Berks County. The interior dining area is relatively small and clean, though I would not recommend it for large gatherings. I thoroughly enjoyed the "get that corn outta my face" and was thankful to have the option for it in a bowl (otherwise I wouldn't have tried it.) it was a unique blend of flavors and textures that had me questioning the first bite or two, but the more I ate it, the more I liked it. (If you get the bowl, I recommend stirring it up first to evenly distribute the ingredients.) Service was prompt and courteous when they brought each of the meals to our table. This is a counter style establishment, so that was appreciated. The theme of the restaurant focuses on the Nacho Libre movie (menu items named after key movie points) and other movies focused on luchadores. It is unfortunate that the thumb wrestling rings never returned to the tables following Covid. This is a fun and laidback place to grab a quick bite. I love the quirky atmosphere and the delicious food. My recommendation would be to go during down times so you can sit and enjoy the atmosphere without the wait.

6 years later and this is still one of my top favorite taco places! Prices are fine/competitive for…read morethe area. Quality clearly is the same aka delicious and they are so friendly there!

Bartender service is horrible. They're all too busy talking and hanging in a group at the end of…read morethe bar to gentleman site next to us and waited well over five minutes and we're complaining and finally got weighed on a couple came in and sat down and were ignored at the bar and finally got up and walked out whoever manages this place needs to break up the little bartender party at the end of the bar

Came in today and put a $20 in a skills machine....took my $20....had to wait for someone to…read morecontact the owner....was told someone would contact me....leaving now and no one has contacted me....ripped off for $20! Would not recommend.

The food here is always delicious and fast. I'm posting their 2026 menu. They have a very wide…read moreselection of dishes. Their spicy dishes aren't really that spicy and the American palate can handle them - that isn't a critique at all. If they could make the spicy dishes spicy like sichuan dishes most people in the area could not handle it, needless to say I'm a return customer and will continue frequenting them. They are great!

With how close Great Wall is to me, it's a bit surprising I don't eat here on a weekly basis. I…read moresuppose it's the health-conscious, more mature me making that decision. As it stands, I eat here maybe twice a year? But when I do, the experience is magical. Absence, as they say, makes the girth of my waist grow fatter and my physical features exceedingly grotesque. This place has just been so damn deliciously consistent. While Tokyo Hibachi and Zhuang's Garden have seen their quality steadily nosedive, Great Wall tastes just as good now as it did the first time I tried it all those years ago. The hot & sour soup is head and shoulders above any other Chinese restaurants' offerings in a 10 mile radius. Now even though I live a few blocks away, I'd drive, well, 10 miles just to have this soup. It has that perfect gloopy, almost gelatinous consistency. This is a gross comparison, but it's almost mucousy? But super flavorful mucous with secret Chinese spices, like MSG. It's so thick, in fact, that you can use it as an impromptu sauce on white rice or lo mein. Perhaps even mei fun if you're feeling adventurous. Great Wall one of the growing number of Chinese restaurants to move away from those foldable white cardboard containers. You know, the ones that everyone eats out of in movies when they're working late at the office. It's so welcome to see those rectangular plastic containers that stack easier and - perhaps most importantly - are microwave safe. Ever put one of those old containers in the microwave, forgetting they have that thin metal handle and nearly explode your microwave and burn the house down? Yeah, not ideal. I have to emphasize the lo mein, a fan favorite. There's something that sets it apart, and I think it's a hint of sautéed garlic. Also they fry off the noodles a bit more, allowing them to absorb all the flavor from the wok. Nothing's worse than bland lo mein. I can't even order it at some places anymore because it's my favorite and they've nearly ruined it for me. Luckily Great Wall has restored my faith. My other go-tos are the moo goo gai pan (a relatively healthy chicken & vegetable dish) and Szechuan chicken (when I want some extra spice). Parking can be tricky since it's right on Penn Ave. West Reading is pretty much back in full gear, so street parking fills up fast, especially in the evenings. The greedy owners of the parking lot across the street would rather have spots go to waste than let people park there and enjoy the downtown atmosphere (unless they pay premium for a parking pass, that is). Fortunately I have never run into any rudeness from the employees. Perhaps it's due to the Asian connection. Even though I'm super American, sometimes I pretend to struggle with the English language so the staff of Chinese restaurants accept me as their own. Hey, it's a dog eat dog world, and you gotta take any advantage you can get to make it out alive.

Can't speak for the entire outfit but had their Thursday cheesesteak special / with fries and tall…read morevictory Brotherly Love and it was great. The bar staff was friendly and attentive. The bar patrons were pretty cool as well I would definitely recommend the place. Need to try the pierogi next time. They looked delicious.

We have eaten here a few times over the years and have had positive experiences. However, we went…read morethere last night and had a poor experience. Our waitress, who chose to wear air pods, was crass and impolite. She was sarcastic in a negative way towards one of the members in my party about their drink choice. She also stunk of heavy cigarette smoke and was coughing all over the place. The food was nothing special - just standard bar food. However, the prices here are outrageous! Unfortunately, it's just not worth going here when I can go elsewhere and get a real meal, not just bar food. I'm actually sad that I have to leave a negative review. In the men's bathroom, the sink has next to no water pressure and they were out of soap. I wonder how the employees wash their hands... On a positive note, the food was served fresh and hot!