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    Wert's Cafe

    4.1 (185 reviews)
    InexpensiveAmerican, Burgers
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    WERT'S CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Menu Oct 2024
    Lauren L.

    Love the familial environment here and the history behind this restaurant. Feel like you're eating at home with how everyone is so welcoming. The onion rings are a must have & the mozzarella sticks are perfectly crispy + 10/10 cheese pull. Burgers are juicy and tasty!

    Carrot cake
    Esin A.

    We got to try some of their soups, French Onion, Southwestern Chicken, and Cheeseburger Soup, which was our favorite. They have unique way of preparing onion rings, which is thin and stringy. Plateful of thin onion rings were tasty. We got to try quite a few of their meals, roasted chicken breast with rotisserie seasoning, filet mignon, jumbo lump crab, haddock, burger, and tuna fish sandwich. Also got to try some of their desserts, such as carrot cake.

    A Crock Of French Onion Soup
    John S.

    Step into Wert's Cafe and you're stepping into the 1970's. Decor hasn't been changed in years. Service was good and the food was average diner food. Not worth going out of your way or waiting 30 minutes for a seat.

    A Crock Of French Onion Soup
    Paul M.

    This place is a gem in Allentown, PA! The place is over 70 years old! When you walk in you can tell the owner lane love what they do. It was clean and the service was very professional and friendly. The food was very good and tasty. I can see why they won awards for their great burgers. I would definitely be back if I am in the areas again. Highly recommend it!

    Strawberry soup
    Heidi S.

    First time here and won't be my last, food was amazing (strawberry soup yum) service was excellent. Hometown diner basically where they treat you like family. It was like going to grandmas they offered us coffee and dessert afterwards and kept making sure for sure we didn't want dessert.

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    1 year ago

    Known for their burgers.- lived up to the hype. Very fresh and filling. The service is quick and a favorite since 1968.

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    Food & service are excellent . When there is a lot wait, though it's rarely too long, it is worth it.

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    2 years ago

    Best hamburger and onion rings you will ever have. The staff is terrific as well. Expect a long wait

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    Good food and great service. Always packed with regulars and people who just discover it.

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    Great neighborhood spot. Food is home cooked and staff are wonderful. Soups always hit the spot!

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    3 years ago

    Staple in the Lehigh Valley. The burgers and onion straws are the go to. Great spot for lunch or dinner.

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    2 years ago

    Friendly, excellent service. Good causal atmosphere. Affordable tasty food. One of our favorite go to places!

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    2 years ago

    Excellent service!!! Food was very good and plentiful. Really enjoyed the turkey club and the onion rings were delicious

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    1.5 mi

    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.

    I want to give this spot a 5 star so bad, nothing wrong with PRC at all I just save that last star…read morefor restaurants that are the greatest in my opinion. But, I will be coming back here, and I usually don't like visiting a place I already went to twice but the food here was really good so coming back is a must. We had the Pork shank, Cuban, PRC Burger and chicken for the kids and yes I tried everything and yes all was delicious. Highly recommend this spot and yes its good for kids too, no kid menu but my kids liked it so idk bring the kids along if you want. Price wise was good as well. Two adults, one teenager, and two girls, 6 and 8, with a beer and one mix drink $100

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