Tucked above my longtime favorite The Barley Mow sits the hidden gem Light in the Attic and during…read moreRestaurant Week, it absolutely delivered. Finding your way upstairs adds to the speakeasy-style charm. The reception area alone sets the vibe: playful, stylish, and full of photo-worthy moments before you even sit down. It feels like you've discovered something not everyone knows about. We went with the small plate prix fixe menu (three courses), and each dish was thoughtfully prepared, beautifully presented, and -- most importantly -- delicious. Every course left us wanting just a little more, which is exactly how a tasting-style experience should feel. Nothing felt rushed, and the pacing of the food was on point. Cocktails were also excellent, creative, well-balanced, and fitting for the ambiance. The only hiccup of the night was drink service being a bit slow. Not a dealbreaker by any means, but noticeable. Overall, a great Restaurant Week experience in a space that feels both intimate and fun. I'll absolutely be back to explore the full menu soon.

On 7/10/2026 we decided to have a date night so I decided to make reservations a few days before…read more. Also, The restaurant was highly recommended. The atmosphere was absolutely stunning and classy. Our server Ashley was top notch, extremely attentive and knowledgeable about all aspects of the restaurant and menu. The appetizer of the Focaccia Bread with different spreads and cheese was amazing. The meal itself was overly satisfying and was fit for the food network . We highly recommend " A Light in the Attic" and we wish this establishment a long and prosperous existence. Jeff and Sharon

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!

I just experienced Midtown for the first time this weekend and I was blown away! The ambiance was…read moreupscale chic and the food & drinks were superb...especially the espresso martini. To add to the experience, the owners were gracious and welcoming, while the staff were very friendly and skilled. I now understand why this is THE place to dine in Berks!

I was debating between 3 and 4 stars because it was definitely a 3.5-star experience but that's not…read morean option. Service was great. Ambiance is lovely--great decor, comfortable seating, a gorgeous bar, and live music. Fun cocktails and a solid wine list (though the "by the glass" options are a bit limited). Ultimately, though, I think the ambiance and service are doing the heaviest lifting here--it's a bit of a "vibe dining" spot. The food is definitely good, don't get me wrong...but it's not "wow," which was a little disappointing given that you're gonna be spending $$$$. (Most entrees are $30+ and they're pretty standard fare that's not especially inventive--steaks, a few pastas, obligatory short rib dish, elevated burgers, salmon.) We liked everything just fine but I didn't taste a dish that made me go "oh man, I gotta come back for that." Instead I'm thinking "maybe I should try something else next time I'm in." I do like that your entree comes with a salad. The physical menu itself could also use some work, as its quality doesn't match the care and luxury atmosphere of the place overall. Numerous misspellings and a lack of specificity on ingredients in several of the dishes that leave the diner unclear on what, exactly, they're getting. For example, there's an entree that's described simply as "grilled chicken breast served with rosemary potato wedges and grilled zucchini." Are there spices or sauces on that chicken? Are we talking just plain salt/pep? Herbs? What? Anyway, it's fine. It's a solid date night option. We'll be back.

after a purchase at the bar batender would not return my credit card pretending she did sad case of…read morefraud

Very nice went there once with a friend. I think they allow smoking but no one there was smoking …read more They even have a jukebox if you wanna play a song that requires coins. Also it was not crowded and was not loud it was very relaxed and hope to go there again.

I'm no stranger to cocktail bars, so this is right up my alley! They had awesome seasonal cocktails…read more(and a good selection of beers), in addition to selling the alcohols they made drinks with (locally made!). I love a local feeling bar, and this really hit the spot. Servers were amazing and very knowledgeable, in addition to the place feeling very cozy and intimate--it may be hard to get seating on a busy night, FYI! Three of us got cocktails (all very balanced and super delicious), and one of us got a local beer. Honestly, I wish I had this near me! The cocktails are what you'd expect to pay at a cocktail place ($11-15), but they were all worth it! If you're ever in West Reading on the Avenue, you should really check out the Bar Cart! It's a must visit.

Very nice, cozy bar. Super friendly staff and reasonably priced drinks. Everything we tried was…read moresooooo tasty. The place is decorated sooo cute! We had such a great time there. Excellent service and quality drinks! 10/10!

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.

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.

Went here off of a promotion with Resy. The ambiance is akin to a bar or a brewery: not quiet, and…read moremostly high-top tables. Service was really good. Our server was very attentive and made sure she checked in quite a bit. The food tasted pretty good, though the prices are astronomically high for what you get: Cajun pasta: My wife had this, it had four shrimp in it, and it was over $30. Burger: My son had this, and it was $22. Braised short rib pizza: This was good, though the crust could have cooked a little bit longer. For three people, the total bill was $130. I'm not sure that I would go here again due to the pricing.

I've been here a couple times and twice recently. Very nice place, love the environment, and the…read moreservice is great too. The pizza is the best too!

My husband and I were in the area and decided to treat ourselves to a little date night!…read more We sat at the bar which was cozy and nice and enjoyed some great service along with very delicious food. We raved about the pierogies all night and my risotto and scallops were delicious! Our bartender and server was actually the owner of the restaurant and she was incredibly pleasant and her service was phenomenal! Definitely make your way out for delicious food and drinks! Cost: 3.5/5 Quality: 4.5/5 Experience: 5/5

Date night on a Tuesday night. Also, it was a 'Dine and Donate' night. Tonight, 10% of your meal…read moregoes toward supporting The Reading Public Library. Very admirable and apparently they do this often to support other causes, as well. We were happy to dine at a restaurant that cares about the local community. That's what got me (& my wife) in the door. Now, for the brass tacks: Atmosphere: Very nice looking place. Clean. Lively. Loved the front window open on a warm day and the outdoor seating as we walked in. Service: Hostess and Server were both very friendly, attentive and helpful. Both checked in on us, often. Which, for us, is super important not to feel forgotten. No problem here. Food: Uncorkd Burger (sub grilled chicken), Vegetable Risotto w/Salmon, Cheesesteak Egg Rolls, Homemade Vanilla Bread Pudding Cake & Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake. My wife said, convincingly, that the Grilled Chicken Burger was good. (and that's saying something. (She's super picky about chicken sandwiches) My Vegetable Salmon Risotto was terrific. Fresh, bright, creamy, & flavorful. The salmon may have been cooked slightly over, but only slightly. Cheesesteak Egg Rolls were very good. Not made in-house. The desserts were delicious. Bread pudding with Caramel Drizzle! Oh my! Light & Delicious. Stick Toffee Pudding Cake with a decadent dark chocolate sauce. Delightful. We took those desserts to go and had them at home. Delicious. Terrific experience, tonight. I would go back in a heartbeat. Certainly would recommend. 4.2

This is an update to my original review from about two months ago, I recently went in there on a…read moreweekend and was pleasantly surprised to see a nicely stocked cigar humidor with a good variety of cigars. They were carrying a nice selection of Liga Privada, one of the brands which I really like. Seems like that this place is turning around in a positive way.

This is my second time at Legacy, and I'm definitely coming back! If you're looking for a friendly…read moreand welcoming place to enjoy a cigar and meet new people, this is the spot! Both times I've been, I've made new friends, connections, and had some really great conversations! Rick and Adrien, the owners, are super down-to-earth and made me and my buddy feel right at home. After sitting and chatting, it felt like we'd known them forever! Adrean even asked how far I was from home, making sure I got home safely! I absolutely love coming here and will definitely be back. Thanks for everything you do!