I went here after a friend had told me it just opened up. If you've ever been to Horn's on the southside, this is it's Starbucks equivalent. All it's coffee, teas, yogurt, and sandwiches are made from locally grown ingredients. The staff, who I am assuming are the owners, are very friendly and did a good job showing me how they standout from the cafe crowd. My coffee was personally prepared in front of me using an interesting drip technique, and it tasted delicious. The sandwich I got for breakfast was also excellent. The pre-prepared food Shane O. seems to be talking about is their breakfast pastries, which I didn't try. It's worth checking out as an alternative to Starbucks, it's a little bit pricier, but the price seems justified. read more

Coffee: pretty good Yogurt parfait: alright; nice choice of toppings Service: pretty terrible. So we stopped in on a Saturday morning- no line and the barista was very friendly and helpful. Then we had to wait 8 minutes for a black tea and 12 minutes for two yogurt parfaits. Would not have been so frustrating if the barista hadn't spent most of this time chatting with the one other customer who came in while we were waiting and basically just ignored preparing our order. If you are looking for a quick coffee stop this place is frustratingly slow. Would not stop again and would not recommend it. Very disappointing as I love blue sky and I know they are owned by the same folks but this place really missed the mark for me. read more

Awesome experience! This was my first time visiting The Joint, after rave reviews from my friends. I ordered a 16 ounce Honeyccino with homemade lavender syrup, and it just took me on a journey sip after sip. The espresso came through nice and strong, while the honey perfectly rounded out the drink. I usually opt for Americanos, but with a name like Honeyccino, I just couldn't pass it up. I wasn't disappointed at all. I will definitely be returning in the near future. It's great that there's such an amazing alternative to the likes of Starbucks and Dunkin' Donuts, not to mention that the quality blows those guys out of the water. read more

This cute coffee shop is tucked away underneath a plaza and can be a little tricky to find. It has a warm and cozy ambiance with a chalkboard wall, string lights, local artwork on the walls, and throw pillows on the benches. If I was still a student, I would definitely come here to study. I wanted to love this place because the owner is a friend of a friend, but I wasn't impressed with my chai tea latte. It was too watered down for my liking. I was also a bit disappointed that they didn't have any baked goods as I usually like to pair my latte with a scone. read more

The aesthetic of the shop was a 10/10 and everyone was very nice. I came for a chi tea latte but I was very disappointed. I hate to be that person, but Starbucks was way better. read more

Great, quiet atmosphere, but warm and friendly service. Ask for the "Killian" (iced americano w/ seltzer) on a warm afternoon. I was just taking a long lunch as I passed through, but if I ever had the misfortune to be in Bethlehem long-term, being a regular at The Joint would make it bearable. read more

All the ingredients are so fresh and great. I got the veggie toast and I normally don't like tomatoes but I could TASTE how fresh the tomatoes were. Everything I've ever gotten from here has been amazing. read more

Best coffee in the Valley! The staff is amazing Courtney, Todd, Scott, and the owner Bill are the best around. Truly good people. They go out of their way to make you feel welcome. Great place to hang out and read/ study Amazing soups and sandwiches. Get the chili! All around great little spot. read more

My favorite place in Bethlehem! Great staff Great coffee Great food (yay vegan soup!) read more

I was excited to find a place in Bethlehem that had oat lattes and handmade syrups. The avocado toast was delicious!

I mean sure... The Steel Stacks of Bethlehem but THE thing not to miss is the The Joint Coffee! BOURBOUN BARREL AGED CORTADOS!!! Gimmick you say... shut your goddam poutine hole... it's fan-fucking-tastic... I got mine with 6 shots of espresso and Half-and-half but a more fantastical original delicious Cortado you will be extremely hard-pressed to find! read more

Pretty cool spot with unique coffee choices & simple bites. Great for a quiet read or chat out in the Sun Inn courtyard

Hidden gem in Bethlehem, PA. We are from New York City, and sadly, a bit "snobbish" when it comes to coffee. The Joint had great wifi, amazing nitro cold brew coffee, tea and homemade dark chocolate with ground espresso beans. Tito, the owner, is really kind, thoughtful and takes his coffee and organic food very seriously. We will be back :) read more

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subterranean coffee shop. dark inside, neon glow from signs in the window. solid coffee, no soy milk which is probably for the best. friendly service, quiet space, excellent for working. but the place is tiny. five two-tops and a couple bars for seating and that's it. outlets yes. lots of posters for local events. I wouldn't normally work in a place this dark but I'm passing through and short on time. the coffee's good and on a day when I need to hunker down and get some sh*t done, I appreciate the reduced distraction. read more

I used to visit the joint weekly when I lived downtown. They made espresso just like I do, and I was really happy I could walk over there when I didn't feel like making my own. However I've been there a few times in the past month and the place has totally died. The new baristas seemed to be hired just that morning, and took over 20 minutes to prepare 2 lattes, an iced coffee and a triple espresso. My espresso was completely watered down and the lattes and iced coffee had really strange tastes to them. I'm wholly disappointed that this place has taken a dive for the worst and am sad to say I won't be returning or recommending as I have been for years. read more

I think really the only place to get coffee in Bethlehem or Allentown. I live in NYC and when u visit my family, I always have to stop here. Love the oat milk iced latte with cinnamon. My sister, who could care less about coffee really, also really loves their drip coffee (which is always INCREDIBLY HOT ). They've also eliminated straws (YAY!!! ). I do wish they were open a little later. I legit try to get there in time when I'm visiting my sister but they close at 4pm . Also, I believe they are pup friendly as I have seen a dog frequent (think it's the owners) and I don't get snarky comments when I come in carrying my 12lb dog. Pick up some pastries from vegan treats and get coffee at The Joint. You won't regret it. read more

I had their soup of the day(black bean & quinoa chili) with a marinated mozzarella, fresh basil & mozzarella on rye grilled cheese...Both were delicious. I'm not a huge coffee fan, but I tried a vanilla latte which was very good as well. The staff was very friendly and the atmosphere was relaxing and fun read more

Coconut Latte!!! It was delicious, first time checking the place out, won't be my last!

Really great coffee! This area has definitely needed fresh coffee for a long time and thankfully it's here. The Joint is really relaxing and the staff knows how to make a great latte. read more

new to area. if it wasn't for yelp. Would have never found the place. cute place. For my ice mocha med. price was like starbucks but less bull. would come again to do many options of drinks. love the look of the place. after 1pm was a good time to go for me. read more

Good coffee, accommodating staff. Pretty dark inside, not really a "warm" feel to it, but cool place nonetheless.

They do a delicious pour-over coffee, tasty fresh baked goods and the barista had a shining smile and is super speedy. I come in every time I visit my girls! read more

The only place in the Lehigh Valley that is committed to coffee as a craft. They offer a selection of African and Central/South American beans from Homestead Coffee Roasters in PA, and prepare it with the thoughtfulness of a typical third-wave cafe. The environment is eclectic and comfortable with a friendly and attentive staff. Food is fresh and about as good as could be expected for a small coffee shop. Only sore spot is their hours--they close at 5 most days which means I rarely get a chance to visit. read more

Great local coffee spot. They use Homestead Coffee, delicious & high-quality based out in Bucks County. Get the barrel-aged roast (preferably bourbon barrel) as an espresso shot or cortado. Oatmeal is also yummy, lots of topping choices and worth the bit of a wait! read more

I had the best almond milk latte of my life there yesterday! The girl working was super sweet, too!

Hands down some of the best coffee in Bethlehem. The staff has always been friendly and courteous. It's tucked in the back of the Sun Inn Courtyard but is work the small walk read more

They make their own syrups and chai tea! And they have almond milk for vegans! When the barista found out it was our first time she took the time to give us her recommendations and explain the homemade syrups. I got a strawberry almond milk latte (amazing) and my fiancée got an almond milk dirty chai (also awesome). Support Local coffee shops!! read more

I LOVE this place but I have to say: IMHO not paying for Spotify premium and making us listen to ads is sssssooooo cheesy. What is it...$8/month? Total party foul... Other than that y'all are killing it!! read more

You will never have a bad cup of coffee or drink here. The vibe is always relaxed, friendly, easygoing. Favorite coffee around the Lehigh Valley. Love them. read more

This place is great. It's tucked away in the Sun Inn courtyard and unless you're looking for it, you will not see it. But, they have an amazing selection of food. I only stopped in for coffee with a friend so I didn't get to try anything but I will be going back for sure. Staff is very knowledgable and can recommend the perfect kind if beverage if you tell them what you like. Also, for my lactose intolerant friends out there - they do have almond milk available and they have a fantastic chai latte that they will make with almond milk for you. The atmosphere is very relaxed, the music selection is excellent and we must have chilled there for about two hours. It's very small so the most comfortable you'll get is in a wooden bistro set but that's ok :) this is the gem of Bethlehem as far as coffee shops go. read more

Good coffee but seating area is not that inviting. Looks like they need to still finish the remodeling. Staff is a little aloof. Got there and the staff waiting on me was sitting behind the counter on her iPhone. read more

Coffee was delicious - I can only imagine the food would be great too. The most interesting part of the place was its artistic vibe: full of youth, humour and exuberance. Really cool - although I felt like a huge square, I still could appreciate it. Did I say the coffee was really tasty? read more

This is without a doubt, THE BEST COFFEE and SERVICE in downtown Bethlehem. I say this, because not only does the coffee taste great, but the owners select organic and toxin-free ingredients as much as can possibly be. I have a sensitive digestive system and often, other coffee places send me running. Not here. And my boyfriend who only likes lattes, says that their caramel mocha latte made with raw honey is the best he's had. The owners and workers are very personable and friendly, none of the snob & friends only attitudes or childishness that must be endured at the local Wise Bean. If you're feeling lonely or blue and need to socialize without the phoniness, this is the best place to stop. They really care. And the sandwiches are out of this world good and inexpensive to boot. Freshest ingredients and interesting combinations, which I'll update with a few examples later. The marble rye bread is so soft and thick, you will not find it anywhere else on the menu locally. I never feel hungry afterwards and often need to wrap the 2nd half. Whenever I'm hungry and dont' want to cook or am out of food, I wander over here and am treated right every time. Iced coffee can be extremely different from place to place, and so can my body's reaction to it. While I love McDonald's iced coffee and seem to do okay with it, I dislike Starbucks to the nth degree - yecch!. The Wise Bean's coffees always send me running to the toilet and they will not disclose what/where they buy their beans or how they make their coffee, which I find as a hostile attitude when you are explaining severe migraine reactions, which occur as well. I expect a small business to regard their customer health and be open about what they are giving you to put into your body. I love Dunkin Donuts, but it always gives me migraines as well.... The Joint makes an unusual cold brew iced coffee. It tastes wonderful and I get no bad reactions. Ask them about their brewing processes. They're always glad to talk to you here. They've recently backed their closing hours to 6 pm from 9 pm. I do hope that more people will try this shop and make it their usual go-to place for coffee AND sandwiches. You won't be disappointed and you can relax outside the door on the benches in that lovely courtyard behind the Sun Inn. (If you're unsure how to find the Joint, just head to the Sun Inn and walk back behind it!) read more

Nice selection of hot and cold coffee drinks and I like that they offer milk substitutes. Also have some homemade flavor shots which are good. They have a build your own yogurt with an array tasty of toppings.. Just wish they would offer an almond or dairy free yogurt but its not a deal breaker. The Bethlehem bars are a must try!! Service is friendly and helpful. I like to support local business so I'll keep going back! read more

Coffee really is the best in town. Cool, seasonal drinks. Dairy-free options and a very chill atmosphere. Staff is super friendly.

Awesome coffee. Just wish that the seating was more. Definitely some of the best coffee in the Lehigh Valley, though. Customer service is excellent, too. The staff is always friendly. read more

I love this place! I live nearby and love to come here to get a craft cup of coffee. Their grilled cheese and tomato soup is absolutely amazing. Excellent bourbon infused coffee too. The owner is very kind and hospitable, and remembers who you are. I really enjoy coming to this place. Cozy and unique. Highly recommend! read more

I got latte with lavender syrup, which was delightful with a soothing, sweet aroma of lavender flower. The temperature of coffee was on point. Not too hot, not too lukewarm. It has a good amount of space in both front and back of the store. Also pet friendly, and ran into so many cute puppies while sipping on coffee with my friend. read more

I went into the Joint the other day and got a Hot Chai Latte tea. It was fantastic! It really hit the spot. The Joint is one of those places off the beaten path and very worth checking out! read more

I most often order a cappuccino, and they are very good here, one of the best in the Lehigh Valley region. Today for the first time had an iced coffee, which was also delicious. Perfect on a hot summer day. Also was able to get the turkey sandwich with tomatoes and cucumbers on toasted whole grain bread. Like other food I've eaten from here in the past (notably a very good quinoa salad), it has well balanced flavors and tastes light and fresh. It is usually rather quiet here, that's fine for me, and I like the music selections from what I'd guess is an internet stream of some sort. Creative artwork all around, and notices of upcoming community events posted, like a coffee shop should. It is exceptionally clean, and the service is friendly and efficient. I am especially grateful because today I arrived after the kitchen had closed, but was still able to get food. Did I mention it's dinner time and I was craving their food? You likely will too. read more