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Building 24 Kitchen & Bar

3.3 (76 reviews)
Closed • 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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Live music
Very loud
Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Spicy Ramen
Jenn A.

Classy and comfortable. Absolutely delicious food that is rich and flavorful. My daughter had the spicy noodle bowl and I ordered the lobster roll sliders. The sliders were amazingly delicious. My only complaint is that there weren't more of them. My daughter loved the freshness of the ingredients in the noodle bowl but avoided the red sauce on the side of the bowl due to its level of spice. The food was well prepared and the staff was prompt, courteous and knowledgeable. The interior dining area was clean and well maintained. Decor was a blend elegant and edgy. Loved the whole experience and I look forward to returning in the not to distant future! Perfect!

Vodka Penne and Mushroom Gnocchi Fantastic food and the first Cosmopolitan in Reading that was perfect!
Lori Y.

The food is amazing, the service is great and the drinks are on point! If you are visiting Reading/Wyomissing, please stop by this treasure! You will not be disappointed. My husband the empanadas and he was in heaven.

Steak Frites
Lindsay L.

Had a wonderful dinner with my girlfriends at Building 24's restaurant tonight. When you come in there's a beautiful cozy atmosphere with a warm fireplace and outdoor covered and heated deck area. All of our food we ordered was delicious, loved the steak butter on the Steak Frites. They gave us sooo much french fries and I'm not complaining! The orange sauce was like a horse radish spicy sauce. Food was pricy and menu was limited compared to some other restaurants however they give you big portions and the food doesn't disappoint. Overall recommend this place!

Berks County Foods C.

I sometimes debate changing my address to 1115 Bern Road, since we basically live here. The food is always phenomenal and service is beyond great. The only downside is, you have such a great time, you lose track of time, have too many drinks, and will most likely need to Uber home

Lovecitydjs
Brandon S.

First of all, thIs review comes from someone who has been to building as a regular. Building 24 is easily one of the best clubs I've ever been to. But last night, 11/30-12/1, the DJ with the Instagram handle lovecitydjs was possibly the least experienced DJ I've ever seen. That's okay because you gain experience through exposure, but I call into question Building 24s selection of DJs. Even at midnight, the floor was mostly empty. Panning the room, there was maybe 40-50 people present and all were standing, watching the DJ to see if he would play something club-worthy. The DJ would play a good song to get people to the floor and then change it 20 seconds later to a song that made absolutely NO sense for the audience nor the mix and in some cases, the style. There were a lot of let-down transitions that disrupted the flow (for example, picture building up the beat drop and then when it's time, you miss the beat drop) The DJ did not pay attention to the audience. He had his list and he was sticking to it no matter what the audience said. With an empty floor 85% of the night, I think I'd get the idea that my set is not appealing and I'd make the necessary adjustments. With that being said, that was one night. Building 24 overall is a spectacular club/restaurant and more than worth a visit. I'd pay extra attention to who is the DJ before going though.

Pic 2. Same dish a different day. Burnt and maybe 3 whole Brussel sprouts
Danijel B.

Meh. I feel like this is a mixed review. Went one day and had amazing Brussel sprouts (see pic 1). Went another time and ordered the Brussels sprouts (pic 2) and was just shocked what was put on the plate. Anyone who works in food should know that 2nd pic wasn't servable. Also the little gnats that fly around the bar are very annoying. If you want to be a "fancy" place, quality control is highly important

Strawberry Margarita
Leah D.

Accidentally ended up at Building 24 after The restaurant at the Works was closed. We were hesitant to bring our 3 young boys into a nice restaurant, but it ended up being the best night. They had Kraft Mac n Cheese (every little kids dream) and chicken nuggets & French fries. Our waitress was so sweet and knowledgeable about the menu. Food was absolutely delicious and drinks were strong. Highly recommend the crab cakes!!!! It was storming, so our waitress told us how to get over to the Works without even going outside. 10/10 can't wait to visit again!

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Food and drinks were on point! Vibe was spot on. Service was amazing...Eddie and Bailey are on their game!

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Great customer service. Stopped in before they were technically open but they still made me (not a regular) feel special!!

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Was in the area and found it a nice place to go to. Drinks, great food, easy to park.

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Santander Arena

3.1(57 reviews)
2.0 mi
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We went to ser Phil Wickham here. The place, like any other arenas during a concert or any sporting…read moreevent is loud but the flow of traffic is good. There are enough security people and ushers to assist you so you shouldn't have any issues. There are food and drinks throughout the arena though you'll need a credit or debit card to make a purchase. It is definitely a good place to see an event.

Visited the Santander Arena this past weekend for an old school hip hop concert. I didn't even know…read morethe arena existed prior to my friend suggested this concert. After this show, I doubt I'd see another show here. The area is conveniently located across from a hotel, which is great if you're traveling to Reading, PA like we were from another city or state. Unfortunately I cannot review the parking situation, because with took a Lyft there. But it seemed like everyone parked away from the arena. All of the staff was extremely friendly. From the attendant that helped us find our seats to the nice lady who sold us the $15 deuce-deuce can I'd Trulys. It's really sad how ridiculous these arena prices arena! The seats at the Santander were horrible. Of course because it's a concert, everybody was dancing and having a great time, but the seats were wobbling and moving more than we were. I felt like I was going to end up in the floor! The sound system wasn't the best either. Most times, the music was completely overpowering the artist. For these two reasons, I doubt I'll be back. But the concert was great!

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Santander Arena - Not comfortable seats

Not comfortable seats

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West Reading Motor Club

3.6(24 reviews)
0.8 mi

It was good. Very pricey but good. The service and the…read moreenvironment I don't think lends itself to the prices they are charging. Loud people at the bar right next to people eating. Was not crowded at all No bread to the table. They charge a credit card fee which is funny because my credit card is the reason I went there for a promo. I had the scallops and they were pretty good. Not much of a side on these. Wife had braised short rib and that was a good size portion and she enjoyed it. Would like to try the 2nd floor if we go here again.

This restaurant is what kids in the 90's referred to as a "Monet". It looks great from far away,…read morebut up close it's just a big mess. While visiting from California, we met friends here as halfway point, not knowing what we were walking into so completely bias and giving this place a full chance. It's beautiful inside and out; so why is it so dead? The service was more than subpar. The place was really empty inside, but it took about 10-15 minutes for all of us to get our cocktails and they all came out at different times, so none of us had them together. What's more, due to food allergies and sensitivities, I requested my salad with dressing on the side, with shrimp; because I'm allergic to chicken. My salad came out smothered in dressing, with no protein. The server returned to our table and apologized for the missing protein, taking the salads back to the kitchen and returning with mine topped with chicken... 2 of our meals were completely wrong. At the end of the meal, two salads and and a couple glasses of wine were $93... I have to give them 3 stars. It was just alright at the end of the day.

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West Reading Motor Club - The far superior dessert choice.

The far superior dessert choice.

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Santander Performing Arts Center

Santander Performing Arts Center

3.2(22 reviews)
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The Santander is a beautiful venue. The acoustics and ambience are on point. I would go here to see…read morea show anytime. We had dinner on The Mezz and I would not recommend that. The food was just ok - very difficult to manage plates etc. Supposed to have wine with our ticket, but they were out of white wine entirely. So , go for the show, skip the dinner!

The Santander Performing Arts Center is one of the venues I frequent locally. It's absolutely…read moregorgeous! The architecture and design details are breathtaking, especially the ornate ceiling work and vintage theater charm. Every time I walk in, I'm reminded why I love live shows so much. The acoustics here are usually fantastic, making it a great place for concerts, comedy shows, and everything in between. I've been to many events here over the years and always enjoy the experience. I usually sit toward the front right side of the venue, where the view is clear and unobstructed by the structure it really feels like there isn't a bad seat in the house. There are several bars and snack stands throughout the venue, plus a small area for merch tables, so everything you need is within easy reach. Tickets are generally very reasonably priced for the quality of the experience. Parking is probably the only minor consideration there's on-street parking as well as multiple garages nearby, but you'll want to plan for a short walk. Overall, it's a beautiful, historic theater that delivers great shows and great vibes every single time. Highly recommend catching a performance here if you get the chance!

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Randy Travis and his wife

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3rd and Spruce Drafthaus

3.5(38 reviews)
0.9 mi

For the past 30 or so years, "the Spruce," or I guess what I should refer to as the essence of the…read moreSpruce, has retained its neighborhood charm and still provides a fun, casual night out during the week and more lively, raucous entertainment on the weekends. There are two floors, with the bottom being the main dining/bar area with the upstairs being a small bar to go along with a lounge area that can be setup to be a dance floor or band stage. Very versatile setup that can handle a variety of gatherings. There is a side room on the first floor that can be closed off, perfect for small work parties or private events. The qualify of food is quite good under the current ownership. I remember being there for brunch when the chef walked by, said hello, and asked how the everything was. Very friendly guy with an obvious passion for what he's doing. The staff in general looks like it gels together really well. The bartenders in particular, especially on moderately busy nights such as trivia night (Tuesdays), are kind and attentive. Despite being located in a dense residential neighborhood, parking isn't too tricky with a generously sized private lot directly across the street. Under new ownership (the team behind Reading's long-revered Ugly Oyster Drafthaus), it's nice to see the Spruce continue to flourish as it had for decades prior, as sort of a heartbeat of the community.

3rd & Spruce is a nice bar with food in a nice neighborhood in West Reading. Few things that need…read morework, greeting customers when you walk in. The waitress was nice as we spoke more with her - friendliness, charm and a smile go a long way. Now the food, we ordered some neat drinks, beers and soft drinks. We had the hummus with pita, the wings, fries and the Bavarian pretzel. Everything was good but the cheese for the pretzel needs to go. I didn't even tried it because it didn't look appealing. I would go again - only if in the area. I will say this - the club music track was amazing!!

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3rd and Spruce Drafthaus - Inside of the bar area.

Inside of the bar area.

3rd and Spruce Drafthaus - Burnt Ends French Fries

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Reading Bandshell Series

Reading Bandshell Series

4.0(1 review)
2.1 mi
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I am specifically writing about the End of Summer Series here at the Bandshell. The regular ones…read moreall summer are too hot for me! These free outdoor concerts liven up a begging-to-be used area, the Volunteer Fireman's Memorial bandshell, a hillside amphitheater which was recently spruced up. It used to be an art-deco pink and green and is now an elegant sandy-gold color. Adjacent to a pond with a moat in front of the stage (how often do we get to use the word moat?), the area does not seem overrun with mosquitoes. So either a healthy population of bats exists (unlikely, poor bats are basically going extinct), or there may have been some spraying. Just to add a bit of macabre to this, keep in mind that this park was once the site of the Reading prison and was formerly called Gallows Hill and Penn's Common. Lots of hangings went on here, most famous of which was the 1805 one of a young woman accused of killing her infant. So some levity is needed to balance out all this bad karma, and Reading and the Berks Arts Council do a great job of creating a peaceful relaxing venue. There is a scattering of artists, food trucks, and other stands. Most of the food is fried, but my friends came back with some lovely Vietnamese egg rolls likely from Van's Cafe. There are also pay-what-you-want mini-massages, fire dancers, henna painters, and more. I spotted the Mayor and other city officials strolling around. We learned that we are the only people in the county without portable chairs, but my spouse dragged in our cushioned deck chairs, thank you dear! You can also sit on built-in benches that curve around in front of the shell, if you don't feel like carrying in furniture. You are welcome to bring food and drinks -- (that do) not (appear to be) alcohol. So our new giant picnic basket had its maiden voyage. We had a group of nine and found plenty of room. There is a beer tent, but you have to stay in the penned-in area. Is this part of state liquor law? It seems uncivilized. I will check out the offerings next time to see if there is anything local or flavorful. There was also a Chinese auction and raffles for restaurant gift certificates going on after the music. We wanted to see the Beatles tribute band, which was last, and it is rare to hear so many Beatles songs being performed. There is reggae next week! Please, enough with the classic rock; you can hear that everywhere. Note to hippie-types: don't go barefoot into the Portapotties! All in all, a lovely end to summer and a brighter side to a much-maligned city.

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Reading Bandshell Series - Aaron Copland's "Fanfare for the Common Man"

Aaron Copland's "Fanfare for the Common Man"

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