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    The Shelby

    4.2 (610 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:30 pm

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    P E.

    I happened to be in the Allentown area and found this place for lunch. We got here a bit before noon and there were plenty of seats but by 12:30 the place was quite full. The menu is all made in house so there were no issues to get adjustments to orders. We all opted for the paella although one of us declined the chorizo. There was plenty of seafood and the chopped olives were a nice briny touch. It was tasty, although not spectacular. I only say that because the bubbly waitress said the chef was Chilean and that this was his "signature dish." Bread "service" is extra ($5 for a square of focaccia). Dessert was a little disappointing. Cheesecake tasted more like a refrigerator, no-bake kind, homemade but gelatinized. Coffee was fresh and delicious. Portions are large and enough to take home for another meal. I would come back here again. Service is good. Decor is pleasing and gives off greenhouse vibes.

    Beef Cubano
    Thomas G.

    While enroute to the Poconos we swung into Allentown to tryout maybe the towns most recommended lunch spot. Shelby didn't disappoint and my first impression was the classy layout, hipster vibe and clean appearance. We split some hot honey wings and a beef style Cubano sandwich with tater tot's. My wife's pomegranate martini was delicious and For me a Guinness. I will say I was put off with the stature of my Guinness as it was in a tiny pour at maybe 12oz versus the standard US 16oz. Our food was decent but not spectacular with the wings being a bit fatty and sandwich being a little salty and lacked pickle presence which is typically abundant on a Cubano. Service was great!

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    Audreanna B.

    I ordered a side, Caesar salad, pan, seared salmon, vanilla bean cheesecake. I also got a Coke for my drink. The service was really nice as far as when I came in. I was able to place my order and they give out really nice bags for takeout. It is very beautiful in there, loving the light structures and just how they set it up.

    Grace L.

    Food: the food was excellent. I got a protein free salad that had beets and tomatoes. It was a great salad. I also got their bao buns. Not a traditional bun in any way, but it was delicious none the less. The chicken sausage was spicy and complimented the doughy bun. Service: my waitress was fairly attentive but also was mia for half the time (when I needed a refill on water). It wasn't a bad experience but wasn't a good one either. Ambiance: I requested outdoors, and while I was seated on their indoor/outdoor patio, I was not permitted to sit outside. The patio I was on was air conditioned with a decent view and had the elevated eclectic design that carries from the inside of the restaurant. Value: I got a salad (protein free) and an appetizer and my bill was over $30. It was definitely not worth the money. Recommend: Depends. The atmosphere was nice but it really felt overpriced for what you were getting. If you are looking for upscale apps and some cocktails then maybe this is your spot.

    Paella del mar
    Christopher C.

    We came here on the recommendations of a co worker. We were not disappointed. The food and service were excellent and we will be coming back again.

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    Zachary W.

    I dined here for their new menu and was very impressed. The nitro coffee was delicious, the pumpkin old fashioned had a delicate flavor balance and the Mac n cheese with fried chicken was a large portion and delicious. It's a wonderful place to sit and enjoy a meal. If I lived in the area I would come back frequently.

    Poutine and Expresso Mocktini
    Joe R.

    My fiancé and I wanted to stop for lunch on a little trip we were taking. Allentown appeared to be the halfway point. I found this place when searching for places to eat in the area. Now I will admit I tend to gravitate to these types of restaurants so the criticism that I include in this review I will admit is half my fault. I will start with the good and honestly that was 90% of this restaurant. The food was delicious, the service was good, and the ambiance of the restaurant was great. Our waitress was friendly and attentive and made sure all of our order was correct. I ordered an Expresso Mocktini and she specified that it was a Mock-Tini when delivering it. I drink so I joked with her that it didn't matter to me either way, but I had a drive ahead of me and didn't want to be irresponsible. I appreciate her thoroughness as there are some people that truly cannot have alcohol. That's a sign of a great waiter/waitress. The food was great. We shared some short rib poutine. It was bursting with flavor. I ordered the Chicken Fajita Pizza. It was also delicious and stuffed with flavor. My only complaint was there was no indication on the menu on how big it was. I swear this pizza was enough for 3 people to share, it was so filling and big. My fiancé's meal portion was also massive. When I got the bill at the end of the meal, my heart did flutter a bit. It was over a $100 after tip. It was definitely one of the more expensive lunches I've had. Though again I will digress and say that I do tend to seek out these "boujee" restaurants as I am a foodie. I also believe we may have done it wrong. We probably should have ordered a pizza or something to share. I wish they would decrease their portion sizes by like 15-20% and then decrease the prices a bit. But that's probably asking way too much in this economy. I can't pretend to know the back end of running a restaurant, I can only imagine it's rough right now. It's just super rough on the customer end to pay over $100 for lunch for an appetizer and two entrees and not even any alcohol or dessert. I liked the ambiance of the restaurant. They recently added a very large half outdoor area that was very nice to sit in especially on a beautiful day temperature wise. The indoor restaurant was very modern and sleek. Unfortunately I don't find myself in Allentown very often. But next time I do, I will probably be back for maybe dinner or a trip to the bar with a shareable.

    Harvest Salad with Grilled Chicken, delicious.
    Cassie C.

    Here's an updated review. The staff are still great as well as the food. I tried the harvest salad with grilled chicken. Great portion and even better taste. The bar options are great as well for those partaking.

    Kathy T.

    My husband and I tried this restaurant on a Saturday morning right when they opened. When we walked it, the restaurant felt very welcoming and the decor was beautiful. Our waitress was on par and our food was delicious, came out hot and fresh. We ordered an appetizer then a meal each. We look forward to going back and trying something different in their menu. They have a full bar.

    Coconut Tofu Curry
    David R.

    This was an awesome place to eat! I grabbed lunch here with a couple of friends and it was surprisingly busy for a Tuesday afternoon, but we were seated right away. I ordered the Coconut Tofu Curry and it was delicious! The tofu was cooked wonderfully, the veggies were tasty, and the curry itself was fantastic! It was excellent all mixed in with the white rice that's part of the dish. I also got their seasonal sangria special which was a great drink. The service there was excellent and the atmosphere is really great. I understand why it was so busy on a Tuesday afternoon! I'll definitely comeback the next time I'm in town.

    Best dirty martini I ever ordered from a restaurant  Kettle one - dirty   - blue cheese olives
    Joey D.

    Nice place here on Krocks Rd The meatball veal, pork beef - top tier meatball served up Can't think of any restaurant where I ordered this app and it was better Best dirty martini I ever had The paella - very good Not the best I ever had In summary - great place An Allentown must

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    Courtney C.

    Food was great, service was great, really good experience overall. I recommend making reservations on the weekend, the place was absolutely packed. They also have a really nice outdoor area that I look forward to trying once the weather is nice.

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    Victoria M.

    Fun , contemporary atmosphere, food was good , had the broccoli, farro salad with spinach , almonds in lemon tahini dressing with salmon , delicious ! Husband had a special adobo pork atop biscuit with egg and hollandaise... and it was my bday and our incredible waitress Trinity brought out their vanilla cheesecake with a candle .... enjoyed the whole experience very much!!! Our server Trinity was really exceptional!

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    Great vibe! Packed on a Tuesday night. Food was amazing. Got the beet salad with grilled salmon and it was delicious.

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    Always delicious and always a great vibe. Was visiting family and make sure to stop here. The bao buns are out of this world.

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    Excellent food and service. The atmosphere was casual but very nice. The food was amazing.

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    The service and food awesome. The server was very helpful and her recommendations were really great.

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    The drinks and food were really good, and the ambiance was great. Our server was also really nice.

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