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    Simpatico

    4.1 (29 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Mushroom Arancini
    Joe F.

    Simpatico - 4/5 Stars Just visited Simpatico during their soft opening, and I'm genuinely excited about what this place will become! Owner Jesse (co-owner of the beloved Pennsylvania Rye Company) has created something special here - an Italian-inspired restaurant with a little New Orleans flair that showcases his exceptional beverage expertise. The Highlights: The space itself is impressive - over 300 seats thoughtfully sectioned into different areas so it never feels like a cafeteria. The square bar area is particularly striking, with outside seating and completely open doors that connect to the Arts Walk area. I can imagine this being absolutely beautiful in the evenings with that indoor-outdoor flow. The cocktail program is absolutely outstanding. The Jungle Bird was a revelation - ingredients you'd never think to combine creating perfect harmony with smooth rum and pineapple. The Affumigato (Campari, lime, bitters, agave, reposado) was so delicious I had to exercise serious self-control not to order three more. Jesse's sommelier background really shines through the entire drink menu. The food showed real promise. The focaccia with olives, tomatoes, and roasted shallots was excellent with perfectly baked bread demonstrating solid pastry skills. The mushroom arancini was even better than Shelby's version (high praise from me!). The Margherita pizza with fresh mozzarella was extremely flavorful - a bit different from traditional Italian style but in a way most Americans will actually prefer. Areas for Growth: Being a soft opening, there are some kinks to work out as they continue to train their kitchen staff. The polenta cake bruschetta needed more seasoning and umami depth. The gnocchi was slightly doughy despite good searing. The pappardelle with short rib lacked flavor, and the chicken piccata's roux was grainy rather than smooth. My main concern is portion sizes - we ordered entree-sized pasta dishes that honestly wouldn't satisfy anyone as a standalone entree. The prices are fair for the market, but the quantity needs to increase to match the value proposition. The Team: The service was fantastic. Assistant GM Yolanda clearly knows her stuff, GM Clint stopped by multiple times seeking feedback (showing they truly want to improve), and server Raul was a absolute highlight - knowledgeable about every menu item and passionate about the experience. I love the vibe they bring- they truly love what they do. Bottom Line: This is a restaurant I'm genuinely rooting for. The bones are excellent - great cocktails, solid food foundation, caring staff, and contemporary decor with Italian charm. Once they dial in the seasoning and portion sizes over the next few weeks, this could easily become a 5-star destination. I'll definitely be back soon to try the linguine in clam sauce and see their continued evolution. For cocktail lovers and foodies willing to support a promising new spot while they hit their stride, Simpatico is absolutely worth visiting now. This Arts Walk area needs restaurants like this to thrive, and I believe they will.

    Chicken parm sandwich, fusilli primavera, shells vodka
    Helen Y.

    Overall great food and ambience. Their menu fits us more than the previous restaurant that was at this location. Loved the fresh pasta and arachini. The seasonal vegetables with the fusilli was bitter which was the only fault to us. Otherwise the rest of the meal was great. My favorite was actually my custom mocktail. It was a mix of pineapple, cranberry, and lemonade. It wasn't too sweet which was perfect.

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    Amanda D.

    Drinks are great food is tasty. Could use a bit more salt. Bar and outdoor space is cool. Finally a nice restaurant that's not a sports bar!

    Heirloom tomato burrata
    Dianne A.

    Simpatico is going to be a food hit in Allentown!!! My daughter and granddaughter joined me for dinner last night around 5.30 for dinner. We started with the burrata with heirloom tomatoes and fresh cucumbers. We shared the papperdelle pasta with short ribs and the margherita pizza. Our meal was delicious. Our server, Grant was so friendly and accommodating to my 2.5 year old granddaughter. She loved her pasta and vanilla gelato. The tiramasu was one of the best I ever tasted. It was perfect!! Yay Jessie and crew. I'm so excited for this restaurant.

    Chicken Parmesan with a glass of Cabernet. The hell salad is not showing, but it was amazing.

    This is without a doubt, the best Italian restaurant that I believe I've been to. I ordered chicken parmesan and it was really amazing. The breading on the chicken was crunchy and tasty, their house salad I could not stop eating it. I don't know what the dressing was, but it was very good .Everything was fresh. The pasta is made in house. You can't get any fresher than that and the service is extremely friendly and the atmosphere is absolutely beautiful. There is a section of the restaurant opened up to the street where there is acoustical music being played very relaxing and enjoyable place. Too bad I'm working from out of town and I can't come to visit this place more often. I highly recommend this restaurant.

    Pappardelle rib was greasy, overly salty, and the spices were terrible. Service was slow, asked for Parmesan and never got it. On top of that, completely overpriced for what you get. Very disappointing for this location.

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    25 days ago

    Great food and atmosphere. Service is outstanding. I highly recommend dining at Simpatico.

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    Thanks Douglas! Love that calamari comment!

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    3 months ago

    Poor service, poor attitude, poor food quality. Completely disappointing and overpriced.

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    8 months ago

    Can't wait to go again! Fantastic food! Jersey /Brooklyn Italian food in the Lehigh valley !

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    Jesse H.

    Thanks James!! We really appreciate you sharing your experience!

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    Jesse H.

    Makayla, thank you so much for visiting and sharing your experience.

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    8 months ago

    Food was great! The arancini were an amazing appetizer and the pasta tasted fresh and delicious. Great service as well

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