Looks like a family business. Service is good, and place looks pretty clean…read more I ordered the beef carpaccio recommended by other Yelpers and it was great! The seasoning is very Vietnamese and I love the fried onion for crunchiness. I do think the beef slices could be thinner to soak up the flavors. Also ordered a banh mi which was delicious.

Stopped here while on a road trip. It's a great place to stop because it's close to the highway and…read morea gas station. The food was great! Very tasty. The portions were very big and prices were reasonable. I also loved how the service was quick so there was very little wait time for the food. The restaurant has nice decor and was very clean, including the bathrooms. Thanks for the great experience, Pho Nom1nal!

Absolutely fabulous!!! The menu has such a wonderful assortment, including creative and unexpected…read moremashups, and plenty of vegetarian options. Quality was on point and the prices were really reasonable. Staff was working hard, but still really friendly and efficient. Definitely a must try! Check out the cheese curds with honey, tarragon, and macadamia nuts for a crunchy and unique dish. They paired beautifully with the house made pickles.

We sat outside in what they call the "garden room." The ambience and lighting were cozy and…read morepleasant, and it was comfortably warm despite the 30°F temperature. Unfortunately, there was a strong cold draft at floor level, leaving our feet uncomfortably cold throughout the meal. The hostess was sweet and greeted us with a smile. The food service was unremarkable. Our waiter was not particularly friendly nor personable. The drinks were a weak start. The red sangria was poor. The bourbon cocktail was an odd mix of bourbon, apple cider, and other elements--an awkward, Frankenstein-style whiskey sour that simply didn't work. Worst of all, both drinks were served in thin plastic cups, which immediately cheapened the entire experience. I ordered the falafel sandwich and specifically requested a toasted bun. It arrived not just room temperature, but cold. I sent it back, and it returned burning hot... the bottom soggy... literally too hot to pick up... with no browning or color change, clearly microwaved. Microwaving is not toasting. At that point, the sandwich was inedible. I removed the bun entirely and ate just the falafel, which was dry and largely tasteless. At this point I knew coming back to this restaurant was a mistake. Food timing was another issue. The dishes took roughly 45 minutes to arrive after the drinks, possibly longer. We were all getting annoyed and what started out well when we first walked in turned negative. I wasn't impressed on my first visit years ago... and this second visit confirmed it. Between the poor drinks, cheap plastic cups, ridiculously long wait (with no explanation nor apology), and careless food execution, there's no reason to return.

My sister used this caterer for a funeral lunch that was served in my home. The food arrived on…read moretime, beautifully packaged, and best of all, was absolutely delicious! The croissants were a crowd pleaser, the Caesar salad crisp & tasty, the fruit was so fresh, but the blueberry lemon almond cookies stole the show! If you need a caterer, drive out to their location & talk to the owner. They are very busy & can't always answer the phone. They're worth the trouble it will take.

Only 3 other reviews?!? People must be trying to keep 29 Cooks a secret! :)…read more You can order lunch for a group, catering to events, or order prepared meals for pickup on Tuesdays only. My experience is only with catered lunch in a corporate setting, and it is always hands down the best lunch I've ever had, every. single. time!!!!! How does she find fresh veggies year-round!? Incredible! There is so much care and thought put into this food. They must be very particular about their food suppliers. Any fresh ingredient is always perfectly fresh/ripe. The cherry tomatoes and really any veggies are always delicious, bursting with flavor (maybe they use organic which tends to have more flavor?). The salad dressings are all incredible. Apple Cider Vin, Citrus Vin.....o.m.g! The Power Up Salad will make you want to eat salads for every meal - seriously. Also, I was never a fan of pasta salads until I started being adventurous and trying the pasta salads from here. The Bruschetta Pasta Salad - OMG. Also, recently had the Bacon Parmesan Ranch Rigatoni salad.....wowza. Cupcakes, cookies, or other small desserts from here are to die for. I've used a lot of cliche "review" terms here.....trust me, they don't even begin to describe it!!! :)

So let's start by saying the majority of the 3 stars is because for me this dish was mostly…read moreinedible for me. I ordered the Korean Bbq Pork bowl. This traditionally comes with purple rice, napa cabbage, kimchi, cucumbers, spicy broccoli, carrots, spicy sprouts, fried egg, slow-roasted pork and Korean BBQ sauce. I struggle when a dish has too many spicy ingredients and specially kimchi is just too much for me to be able to handle. I requested the kimchi on the side so I could try the dish as it was meant to be tasted but without the commitment of having all that spice in my bowl. They did provide kimchi on the side but what I did not realize was that there was kimchi covering the rice under the other layers. The heat was just too much for me and I was unable to eat the majority of the dish. That being said, what I could eat was delicious. Grains cooked to perfection and tossed in the bbq sauce. Broccoli that was crunchy and had the slightest kick. And tender and juicy pulled pork. If you like the heat, this is a good one. And if you are like me and a bit more sensitive, keep a close eye on the dish as they make it. The place is your run of the mill chain restaurant, nothing fancy and very casual. Service is at the counter much like a chipotle or subway. The restaurant was generally clean with a few dirty tables. The highlight for me was the lemonade/drink bar. Fresh juices and lemonades with unexpected ingredients like cardamom and red beets. I will definitely be going back and giving this place a second chance in the future.

All-natural and fresh food is hard to beat when it's but together so well!…read more CoreLife offers a variety of dishes (and great beverages) from a large menu. The staff is helpful and kind and can easily help you create your own dish. The aesthetics can be a bit better, but the establishment is clean with room for couples or large groups. I cannot wait to return to try the tuna poke!

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

Super friendly staff, and piping hot fresh food. Large portion--ate half at lunch, will eat the…read morerest for dinner. My meal (from the weekly special board) was delicious. I will be back!

Cute, quaint place. Fast service as well. I started with the duck bao buns. Excellent! Then I had…read morethe black garlic Ramen with chicken; I really liked it. When they brought the check, they gave me a little sealed box with gum with it, which I thought was a really cute idea. This is definitely a great spot if you're looking for something warm on these cold winter days.

Wanted to find something quick, but quality after back to back soccer games in the rain until 9pm…read more When we arrived they were starting to clean up for the night, but were happy to let us sit down for a meal. The place was cozy and pretty decked out in Halloween decorations. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. We tried the wings, the spicy edamame, and a bowl of ramen each. Everything was delicious and absolutely hit the spot after a long night in the rain. We enjoyed everything so much that I actually came back the next afternoon for lunch, adding my wife and daughter to the group for the 2nd day of my son's soccer tournament. In addition to all the ramen we also tried the regular edamame, the steamed pork dumplings, and the duck bao. Everything was a hit. My daughter devoured the dumplings and the edamame. Ramen was so flavorful and packed with ingredients. A solid amount of options for the ramen too. Two great experiences in 24 hours. As Dorney season pass holders who live 35 mins away, I could see us heading here after a day at the park now. Totally worth checking out.

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!

What a cute place for coffee, breakfast, brunch! My friend have been spotting this place and…read moredecided to go for it. It's like grandma's house (grandma was in there teaching her granddaughter to clean up - so cute!). The day we went, they had little specials in each corner. They had a gardening educational table for those interested in it, and They might have partnered with another eatery that advertised mango with sticky rice and boba. **They also serve Mary Ann Donut Kitchen Fridays and Saturdays, so two yumminess in one! They don't have all the flavors though... We all ordered a latte, almond milk and oat milk. Not bad. My friend and I ordered from the children's menu (LOL) and got a biscuit with egg and cheese, whilst her husband ordered the 610. We shared the biscuit French toast. We truly enjoyed our children's item, actually, we all enjoyed everything. Nice neighborhood cafe and definitely coffee shop vibe.

Jay's Local is a place that every neighborhood should have. Loved the vibe and the aesthetic. The…read morebiscuit sandwich was delicious. The cinnamon roll was decent too. People are friendly and the food is well made. A few tables to sit down if you want to get some work done. The college kids probably love it. I do too!

We have been going here for years. Nothing else like it in the Lehigh Valley. Their portions are…read morevery generous, and packed with so much variety. Each hot pot is carefully plated to include variety in every bowl - this has been consistent over the years. You can tell they care to do a wonderful job, every time. The servers are very attentive and can remember us and our orders every time, even when we haven't been in in months. We wished we lived closer. Restrooms are always very well maintained and very clean restaurant.

I absolutely love this place. It's a little bit pricey, but the food is always flavorful. The…read moreservice is always wonderful and I truly do love coming here! Plus, the ambience in the restaurant is to die for I love the decoration!

I excellent place to stop for breakfast!!! Highly recommended. Delicious egg sandwiches kind and…read moreattentive staff.

Was visiting Allentown for a wedding and needed a quick breakfast sandwich. I found La Vida Cafe…read morefrom a Google search. It was really easy to get to and spot! The people were so kind and friendly! The seating was cute and comfortable. I thought their pricing was reasonable. I wasn't crazy about my sandwich. I ordered the Rose Garden. I guess when I saw Texas Toast, I thought it would it would be a bit different. The pesto was pretty salty too. Pretty average sandwich not bad though.