Saigon Banh Mi

(52 reviews)

5.1 mi

This is my favorite restaurant. I sadly don't live in the area anymore but tell people about this…read morerestaurant often. It is delicious and unique. They also had a Vietnamese Coffee Flan that made me ACTUALLY tear up it was so delicious. The staff also remembered me when I came in, even though I was only able to make it in every so often.

Excellent service and delicious quality food authentic a couple favorites beef with water crest…read morechicken cabbage salad

Bottom is Stir Fried with Savory Curry-Coconut Sauce and the top is House Special Crispy Lo Mein

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Vietnamese Delights

Not-so-hidden gem in the fairgrounds market. One of the best and most generous bowls of pho I've…read morehad: broth was flavorful and rich, meat and noodles were plentiful. You know those places where you hunt for pieces of meat, thinking "this can't be all they gave me!"? This ain't it: had pieces of delicious eye of round in almost every bite. Also enjoyed a lavender boba tea. Unexpected and delicious. Seating area is a tad crowded but it's a friendly crowd, happy to pass you condiments or scoot around to let you by. Would definitely return. One note: they are currently cash-only.

This spot was great! It's located in a really unique market that has all sorts of fresh food. I…read morecame to pick my order up, and was very surprised to find a farmers market. I shopped around and picked up some extra treats! I recommend the vermicelli noodles and the spring rolls. It is cash only, but I believe they accept Venmo as a last resort as well.

Mixed Veggie Vermicelli and Shrimp Roll

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Broken rice platter

Van's Cafe

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.

Chicken pho

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Vietnamese hoagie

PHO NOM1NAL

This place is amazing!! Took a visit with my family, treated us like gold our waiter was Taze a…read morevery nice young man. Everything was nice and clean! Food was delicious. We will definitely be visiting again!

Friendly staff, good seating area, and yummy phở makes for a great Vietnamese spot in Allentown…read more Appreciated the broth, fragrant with star anise. Perfect spot for dinner before a show at the nearby stadium.

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Mikura

We dined-in as a family of 3. Menu truly has everything for everyone; from Korean chicken, Chinese…read morefood, sushi, Thai, and ramen. Everything was delicious. Definitely a hidden gem. Glad we found this spot!

The food was so good we ordered extra to go. It was so fresh and came out quick. We ordered the…read moreKorean fried chicken. Absolutely 10/10. Everyone was very friendly. And the atmosphere is really good. I can't recommend this place enough. It's our first visit but we will be back!

So many choices on the menu

Dining area

WTF is this.

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A Ha Eggroll Takeout Restaurant

3.2

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5.0 mi

The fried rice comes with a bunch of scrambled eggs which I absolutely love as I am warming it up…read more right now The service is impeccable and the ambience is holistic if I dare say! Hidden treasure in reading Pennsylvania . La comida es buenisima mi Gente vacana OK 10 definitely.

The pho broth is bland and not salty at all. The noodles clump together and take a long time to…read morebreak up in the soup. If I request more flavorful broth, giving me a pack of salt with my order is not fixing the problem. I'm paying you to make the broth for me, not for me to make it myself. Do better with your service

Glass noodles with shrimp. Super slippery!

Fried rice with ham

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Pho on the go. I mean GUH. Pho on the GUH

Saigon Noodle Kitchen

4.6

(48 reviews)

32.3 mi

Great spot! I stopped by for lunch with a friend, and we both really enjoyed our dishes. It was a…read morehot day, so I opted for a banh mi rather than any kind of pho, and it was really good - shrimp banh mi, holding the mayo. The bread was just the right level of crispy, and all the ingredients were right on point. Definitely would come back to try another banh mi, or another dish! They were good about service as well - the server came by many times to refill our water, and when I had a complaint about what didn't look right in my sandwich the first time, he went and made another one. Inside, it's not a huge space, but it looks nice inside and is pretty clean. Probably not great for a big group, but good for smaller groups. I'd be down to return!

The food was not good. Dumbed down. Missing almost everything I expect in Vietnamese/Thai food…read more.. mint, Thai basil, cilantro, fish sauce, chiles, maybe perilla, lemongrass, garlic, ginger, shallots, etc.. Biting into the small summer roll ("Garden Roll") was the opposite of the refreshing crisp, pop-of-herbs & vegetable bite, I expect. Peanut sauce was OK. Banh mi didn't seem to be dressed and had no jalapenos, but did have a sprig (1) of cilantro. Dominant flavor came from the sesame seeds on the roll. Sauce for the salad was a one dimensional - a thin sugar syrup. Another bad meal in a trend of bad meals in this area. So who do I blame - the restaurant or the customers who ensure that bland food like this continues to be output ? Because, after all, a restaurant needs to please its customers to stay in business. Maybe the restaurant should post a warning or offer an option for authentic food. Oh, also... When I was trying to place the order through the website, it tells me orders are not being accepted. Then I'm sent to DoorDash to place the order. Seriously!? I used the phone.

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Pho Bowl

The service was great. The manager came over and described any dishes if we had questions…read more I had Shrimp Pho and it was delicious. I put some spicy jelly in it and it had a kick to it but not that harsh. My sister had the vermicelli with shrimp and my BIL had the 4 protein Pho. They both enjoyed their meals. We also had the chicken satay and it did not disappoint. Don't sleep on the Vietnamese Black coffee. Better than any American coffee out there. Very rich flavor. The price of the meal was very inexpensive too. Enjoyed our meal tremendously.

We are pho snobs and this spot blew us away!…read more We were craving viet food on our trip to the poconos and found this spot close to our hotel. We came here family of 4 on Sunday around 4:30. It was empty but filled by the time we left. The inside is bigger than expected with plenty of tables. Service is excellent. There was only 1 waitress and she got very busy as more ppl came in so I hope more staff joins her for prime dinner time. We ordered pho, bahn mi, and wings. The pho and banh mi were excellent. Very authentic. Pho broth is spot on. Flavorful but not heavily seasoned or sweet. Noodles were perfectly cooked. The only thing missing is tripe! The bahn mi had perfect amount of cold cut to pate ratio and the bread was the right amount of soft/chewy. The wings were tasty too, cooked perfectly and not dry which is rare for wings in an Asian restaurant if you know what I mean. Overall such a great spot. If you're in the area I highly recommend you check pho bowl out!

Summer roll, fried spring roll

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Rice & Noodles

I can't believe that I've never written a review for this place. I'm here at least twice a month…read more Always fresh always fast and super delicious. One of the most affordable meals will have in Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Food was very fresh and delish! Loved the spring rolls. Friendly and attentive staff!read more

Rear entrance

BC 1. Banh Uot Cha Chien

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B 1. Bun Thit Nuong

Loan's Authentic Vietnamese Bistro

Best Vietnamese in the area. The owners are so very friendly as well! I always make sure to come…read moreback here when in the area as the food is very good. My favorites in no particular order are the: Chicken pho - 9/10 Great broth, well cooked noodles, good amount of side greens to put into your soup. I'd just call ahead to make sure they have it the week you are there since as far as I am aware, they rotate it with their beef pho, which I personally don't like (anywhere). Fried rice (com chien duong chau) - 10/10 The best Chinese sausage fried rice I've yet had. I love this one. I don't like shrimp so I personally ask for no shrimp and extra Chinese sausage. Very good dish. Spring rolls with vermicelli noodles - 10/10 Well fried, good filling (I believe it's pork?), good amount, great sauce to pour on top, and a very refreshing near salad (rice noodles, lettuce, probably some other vegetables as well, those 2 being the main). They also always sprinkle this spice on top of their dishes (most memorably the pho and the com chien duong chau) which enhances the flavor so much. I love it! Definitely come here. Cute little seating inside of a farmer's market too.

Authentic Vietnamese food in a farmers market. Good place for a quick meal while shopping there.read more

Bun Tom Chien special for the week of 4/19-4/21. VERY good.

Tasty pho.

Spring rolls. Very good

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Candy and Confections by Lisa Stoudt

4.9

(12 reviews)

3.5 mi

Our wedding cake was absolutely wonderful. The handcrafted flowers Lisa creates are incredibly…read moredetailed and added such an elegant touch to the design. From the very beginning, Lisa was attentive, responsive, and communicative throughout the entire process. She took the time to discuss our vision, confirm details, and ensure everything was exactly as we wanted it, which made planning so much easier and gave us complete confidence in the final result. The almond cake with buttercream was exceptional--moist, full of rich almond flavor, and paired with a light, perfectly balanced buttercream that wasn't overly sweet. The chocolate mocha flavor was equally impressive, with a delicious balance of chocolate and coffee. Lisa also prepared an assortment of mini desserts for our wedding favor boxes, allowing guests to choose their favorites to take home. They were not only beautifully presented but also a huge hit with everyone who tried them. We couldn't have been happier with both the quality and presentation of everything she created for our special day. We highly recommend Lisa to anyone looking for beautiful, delicious desserts and a seamless experience from start to finish.

I needed a gluten free wedding cake which isn't the easiest thing to find, but Lisa blew it out the…read morepark. It was so moist and delicious! None of my guests had any idea it was gluten free. I would definitely use her again for a special occasion cake.

Cake was delicious dark chocolate and coconut cream filling!

Stunning cake that was just as delicious

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Simple and stunning First Holy Communion Cake

Oakbrook Brewing Company

Solid 4 stars. Not outstanding but definitely solid enough bars and good atmosphere. Trivia night…read moreis a lotta fun

Stopped in while on a work trip, ordered the Philly cheese steak egg rolls with a sweet n sour…read moresauce appetizer, they had great flavor and the sauce went with it perfectly. For beer I had the Mexican laugher and black lager, both very tasty. I love the vibe of the brewery being an old fire house. The staff were friendly and made you feel like a regular. When your in the area, definitely stop in for a visit!

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Schaylor Brewing

Hey friends! This brewery was suggested by our hotel as a local hotspot. So we decided to go for it…read moreand were so glad we did! Schaylor Brewing is a locally owned brewery that features a craft kitchen. They also sell cocktails in addition to freshly brewed beer. From brisket flatbread pizzas, to CBD pints to trivia night, Schaylor Brewery is a great time. We started off with a beer flight and a half-pint. My boyfriend enjoyed all four flavors on his flight! I got the Pineapple Express CBD pint and fell in love. We ordered the house burger and brisket flatbread pizza for our entrees. Both were delicious. My only distaste is that I would challenge them to use a smokier BBQ sauce to compliment the brisket. Service: very friendly. The owner came by and chit-chatted with us for a bit. Atmosphere: lively. We came on trivia night and could tell it was local hot commodity. Prices: Average Free parking. I hope you enjoy!

Beers, food and service are always on point! Vibes are always nice. Great place to chill. Keep it…read moreup Lucan!

Berricuda

Gloopy mushroom pizza!

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Burger

New York Bagelry

I've been eating bagels for a very long time, I'm not talking about Panera. I must say, these…read morebagels at New York Bagelry have the perfect consistency. With the first bite you can tell that the texture is spot on. Flavor of these bagels go great with their cream cheese options. Great shop, you can tell the owner respects his customers and gives multiple coffee options as well as an updated soda fountain. Nice clean customer area, decent amount of seating, friendly staff. Overall, hands down best bagel I've had.

My new go to spot for bagels when visiting the in laws in PA. Bagels are NY style and have a great…read morechew to them. Wide assortment of bagels and flavored cream cheeses. Inside is nice with some seating areas but I took everything to go. Definitely added to the list of must dos anytime were in town.

Easily $5-10 cheaper than back home...if not more.

I absolutely love the Boars Head breakfast ham and cheese on an everything bagel. Great with or without egg.

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Taqueria Jimenez

I came here with recommendation from a family member. The place is clean. The staff was super…read morefriendly and nice. I ordered the Huarche de Lengua..delicious...family loved their tacos

This place is not fancy, but it is authentic. You place your order at the counter, and they will…read morelet you know when it's ready. I had the burrito. My wife had al pastor and bistec tacos. We also ordered chips and salsa for $6.

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Vietnamese Delights

Not-so-hidden gem in the fairgrounds market. One of the best and most generous bowls of pho I've…read morehad: broth was flavorful and rich, meat and noodles were plentiful. You know those places where you hunt for pieces of meat, thinking "this can't be all they gave me!"? This ain't it: had pieces of delicious eye of round in almost every bite. Also enjoyed a lavender boba tea. Unexpected and delicious. Seating area is a tad crowded but it's a friendly crowd, happy to pass you condiments or scoot around to let you by. Would definitely return. One note: they are currently cash-only.

This spot was great! It's located in a really unique market that has all sorts of fresh food. I…read morecame to pick my order up, and was very surprised to find a farmers market. I shopped around and picked up some extra treats! I recommend the vermicelli noodles and the spring rolls. It is cash only, but I believe they accept Venmo as a last resort as well.

Mixed Veggie Vermicelli and Shrimp Roll

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Broken rice platter

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We attended the Soft opening and were thrilled to see so many customers there! The food was amazing and the staff made sure we were having a good experience! They checked on us often and were super welcoming! We will be back for sure! read more

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