Nov, 2024. Bethel Kitchens (Scranton, PA)/catering. For context, we normally live in Virginia, but…read morewould be hosting a Nepalese "rice feeding" ceremony and luncheon for our 6-month-old granddaughter and 17 guests at a home in northeastern Pennsylvania. We were thrilled to find Bethel Kitchens in Scranton, and my husband (who is Nepalese) made arrangements for a buffet luncheon from Bethel Kitchens, including delivery (15 miles away, $65). We ordered half-trays of a variety of items -- vegetable biryani (rice, with was served with raita (yogurt, cucumber, tomato); goat choila (spiced boneless roasted meat); chicken momos (steamed dumplings) served with tomato achar sauce; cauliflower and potato curry; small-sized (as we requested) potato and pea samosa snacks; and jalebi, for dessert. The food was authentic and very tasty, and the quantities were very good. One minor concern was that the curry was very spicy , even for the Nepalis in our group, even though we had asked and reminded the restaurant that we needed them to limit the chili peppers. The order was delivered on time, with good communications when they were on their way. Prices were fair and reasonable. All restaurant staff that we interacted with were friendly. We also dropped into the actual restaurant in Scranton to finalize the plans for catering. It's tastefully decorated, and welcoming. We'll definitely visit again for a meal during our next visit to Scranton.

Two stars for bad service. Order was 50% incorrect…read more Ordered delivery via Door Dash. Spent a ton of money because I've never had Tibetan/Nepalese food before, figured since my wife was away might as well go all out. Ordered pork sekwa, chicken choila, jhol laphing, aloo nimki, sadeko chawchaw, chatpate minimum, puri sabji, pork c-momo, and chicken thukpa. Figured this should be enough for the weekend. I asked for no raw onions (every line on the Door Dash instructions), every dish is littered with them. Some of the items are so tiny it's not worth picking out the raw onions, so the dishes will wind up in the trash. The sekwa and choila didn't come with the puffed beaten rice either, and I didn't get the puri sabji (got two chatpates). The best of the lot was the thukpa, very tasty and flavor soup with lo mein noodles and tandoori-esque bbq chicken inside. The pork chili momo was pretty good too, not too spicy, a little crispy, good texture. I was able to scrape away the onions from the choila, nice taste, little chunks of chicken reminding me of chicken 65 or chili chicken. It also had cilantro and other herbs but I scraped most of it off because I can't eat raw onions. The aloo nimki was saturated in oil, but resembles roti in a sense. It wasn't puffed up at all but I'll chalk that up to the delivery distance. I have one left, will use the potato dip later. The pork sekwa is fatty pork pieces in a red dye and tandoori bbq color with typical seasoning (cumin/coriander/cilantro and some citrus). I can take or leave it, not a fan of fatty meat. Will probably save it and saute it later with rice. The jhol laphing is also pretty interesting; cold noodle with some crispy rice bits and other herbs inside. I can't eat the chatpate or sadeko chawchaw as they're loaded with onios. Overall don't think I'd repeat an order since this one was badly messed up. What I could eat though tasted nice however.

The service was flawless, the food was extraordinary! Lamb platter and falafel platter were truly…read morewonderful and the chicken wrap was delicious. We finished with the masala fries, yummy! Stop in here for a satisfying meal, you won't be disappointed!

I've eaten here at least a couple dozen times now and it's consistently excellent. We love the…read moremasala fries especially. Even the cat is interested in having some, although he never gets any. The menu here has something for everyone. My husband is a huge fan of their double cheeseburger. The falafel platter is incredible and you should try it. If it could talk, I would leave my husband and elope with it. Yes, it's that good. Everything is always made fresh to order and the service is top-notch. Don't be fooled by the sparse appearance, the food will make you forget where you are anyway!

The chicken platters here are delicious with generous portions. The staff is very respectful and…read morewelcoming. I also love that they're open late until 11PM, making it super convenient for late-night meals. Highly recommend!

$5 for a pint of the finest brew in the world? Well, in Scranton, this is possible by some miracle…read morewith Weihenstephan on tap! $5!!! Bob is the man and a great bartender/barkeep. This place has an energy and charm that is really special. Or maybe it's so weird that feels like a parallel universe. Or perhaps I've had too much to drink...

Love The Bog! True LES vibes here with good music, good drinks, and great bartenders. Sit at the…read morebar or at some of the tables and get ready for a great time and for some great live music.

I always have a good time at Jacks. The vibe is lively and the food and drink never disappoints…read more Portions are smaller, but you never leave hungry. Great specials on the "big board" and there is always a game on, or some sort of live music. If you want the look and feel of an Irish pub in Scranton...this is the place to be!

So good!! Stopped by this past weekend with some friends and had a great time…read more The place was packed but the bartenders did a great job of serving everyone quickly and their table staff was ON IT. Sam was a huge help and so friendly. Even with the place being slammed, the food and drinks were perfect. The Lucy I'm Home drink was so refreshing and tasty. The price point on drinks are a bit high for the area, but worth it if you're only having a few.

Generally good. Could be better. I stopped in for dinner and a beer after an event, and the…read moreexperience was completely reasonable but short of what I had hoped for. It's also worth noting that expecting a good pescatarian experience at a barbecue joint is more of a me problem. In terms of the space, it had a laid back feel. Not too fancy. Just a bar, with an outdoor patio out back. Lot's of wood surfaces. A good amount of space. It felt comfortable. In terms of the staff, they were generally very attentive. Not fine dining level, but about what you would expect at a neighborhood bar. They did the job and conversed with various customers. In terms of food, everything was fine. I ordered the mahi mahi tacos with a side salad. The side salad was fine. Fresh ingredients. Well presented. The tacos were clearly presented with care, but it felt like they need a little more flavor. Maybe more slaw or some hot sauce on the side. They felt a little meh, even if the presentation was nice. All told, this is a perfectly reasonable place to grab dinner and a beer. It's comfortable. It's open late.

I ordered the baby back ribs and they were as tough as shoe leather and so salty I could barely…read morestand it They said they would make me another order so I gave him a second shot at it. Second order was just as bad. The mac & cheese was dry. There wasn't much cheese to go with the Mac. The cornbread also was very good We did get their three soft pretzel with cheese and mustard and that was very good. The service was good. The people were friendly. The ambience was cool. Place was clean smelled good. Everything was in proper order.

Why is this not 5 stars?!?! This place is absolutely lovely. It is a breath of fresh air. It is…read moremy refuge from all the terrible bars of Scranton. Madame Jenny's is a treasure that we must protect at all costs. I am so glad that they reopened. It's a wonderful speakeasy and by far the nicest bar in a 100+ mile radius. The atmosphere is top notch. It gives you an excuse to dress up nicely and have a wonderful evening. Classy would be a good one-word description I think. I like to dress up in a suit or business-casual outfit and take my girlfriend her in a nice dress. It's so fun to look amazing and enjoy this quiet and secluded bar that has great live music, excellent cocktails, and the best atmosphere around.

Great ambiance! But you need to start serving food like you did before Covid. Even if it's just…read moresnacks - something!!

Great place to see friends and meet people. Serves very good dinners on Wednesdays with big…read moreportions. The owner is very personable and good to the customers and the bartenders are friendly.

The drinks are very inexpensive and usually have a decent crowd on Saturday night. That is the only…read morenight I have been there so far. Will keep going back.