We were coming home from picking up auction items and with an outrageous stuffed car, we…read moredesperately wanted to stop for some good food and beverages. I saw the reviews for The Trapp Door on Yelp and we just had to stop. Having said that - had we not known we had a destination we would have completely driven past. On the outside it's a completely unassuming place that you would think only draws a local crowd as the town bar. Let me tell you.....first appearances are completely deceiving. The Trapp Door is just a magical secret. Ok so maybe it's not a secret to many but I will tell you why it's worth driving to. Philly people - you must come here! NJ people - you too! If you look up the definition of Gastropub - this is it. I've traveled all over the world and tried many who claim to be Gastropubs - this place is the true definition. The service is as friendly as you can get. They make you feel comfortable and as if you were a local and as if you have known them forever. We were 3 guests and as appetizers we had the bone marrow and the duck confit, then had the smoked trout and the Spanish chorizo. The duck, bone marrow and home made smoked trout ( and I'm not necessarily a fish fan) were absolutely amazing. Already dreaming about. Seriously -to write home about. The chorizo was good but average. Then we split a burger - medium rare - and let me tell you - if you are craving a burger - you will fall in love! Cooked exactly as we had requested. They also had homemade condiments. Phenomenal. One of us decided we should order desserts and many times after having such a great meal - I'm apprehensive of ruining it by ordering dessert since sometimes it's not a speciality and leaves you a bit disappointed. Yeah, no. You will just be even more in love. We had the pumpkin crème brûle ( Im over all the pumpkin and was apprehensive however it was spectacular and the pumpkin was true pumpkin - not forced). We also had the ginger apple cobbler - wow! Ginger is just right. The dough was perfectly light and fluffy and crispy. A hard trifecta to master. The beverages and beers do not disappoint and need little introduction. This places deserves a visit. Make your way there even if a bit out of the way. It's worth every single extra mile. You won't be disappointed. We will be back. Thank you to Abby (try the drink named after her. She's just as nice), Taylor, Sue and the chef - Nate Thatcher. Wow!!!! I may have set the bar too high ( no I haven't) so let me lower it - so I'll close with. Yeah go try it. It's ok. He he he he.

We ate off the restaurant week menu. The food was so delicious, we ordered some food off the…read moreregular menu to take home. Even though we didn't drink any beer, it looks like a wide variety of beers and wine.

This was a nice mellow restaurant. It wasn't super crazy on a Sunday at 5 so we didn't need to…read morewait long at all. Food was very good and cocktails were also quite tasty. Would gladly go back menu is so huge there is quite a bit to try.

This place has pretty good food. They add a lot of basil to the pasta dishes so be ready. But…read morehere's my complaint. I ordered a cheese burger and asked to substitute a small side salad for the fries . It's 3 dollars more and then they don't give you the side . So to make a healthy choice it cost you more and they keep the fries. I just don't think it's fair. Just my two cents. So now I will take the fries and not eat them . It's why we are overweight as a nation , it's cheaper to eat fried foods that are unhealthy. Besides all that the burger is probably the best in the area. So you win some you loose some.

Service was good (Phil). This is a hamburger restaurant. They have bison, Elk, Venison for a…read morepremium price and beef for a lesser price. I've had bison steak before, so I knew it was a bland tasting meat, so I tried venison burger for the first time. Same outcome, bland meat. Good thing there was bacon on top to give my burger some flavor . Definitely not worth the $23.00 . Stick with the beef for $12.00 . The French fries were mainly one inch long and easier to eat using a fork, they tasted good but difficult to eat with fingers. A 4% extra charge for credit card use. (Sorry Phil, the boss got part of your tip) I will eat the again if I want to pay $12.00 for a hamburger and fries but I wasn't impressed to say , WoW!! Converted farm house atmosphere, yawn.

So apparently I was here maybe 10 years ago, I said it was casual and it was, I just wasn't…read moreimpressed with the menu, some of the starters sounded interesting but the rest was mainly burgers. I thought there was more selection before but I guess not. Drinks were ok but I don't know I felt like I spent way too much for burgers. Service was decent considering we sat outside and the vibe is nice but still kind of expensive for what it is.

Yesterday, my wife and I drove up to Allentown, PA (~60 miles one way) for the main reason of…read morehaving lunch at The Shelby! When we arrived and saw that they were in a shopping mall, we were thinking about looking for somewhere else.... Boy I'm SO GLAD that we didn't! We arrived around 12:30 and they were packed - we were able to get a table outside (bar and inside dining area were too noisy for us)! Our server, Ariana O. was great! My wife enjoyed her Flamingo Fandango drink ($ 14.50) with the Torta Ahogada ($18.95) - both were delicious but the sandwich was very messy - better eaten with a knife and fork - and absolutely delicious as were their French fries that she had! I ordered the Beef "Cubano" sandwich ($ 17.95) with a side of golden beets ($ 2.00 up charge) glazed with the same horseradish sauce that was on the sandwich (Ariana's recommendation). Both were wonderful and we shared tastes of each other's items! It was worth the drive up and the impending drive back!!! We also shared a Dark Chocolate Custard pie that featured an Oreo type of crust with whipped cream and shaved dark chocolate as a topping - it tasted wonderful but I felt a little on the small size for the $ 12.95 price! All things considered, I would make the drive again to go back to experience the other items on the menu but as was suggested, I would definitely make a reservation for lunch and definitely would for dinner! FYI: their menu is seasonal so you want to view it online before you go!

On the way to Philly we wanted to stop and have a nice lunch and this place came up as a…read morerecommendation. I was initially on the fence about it since its in a shopping mall surrounded by chain restaurants and a wax salon, but I figured if it looked bad inside there was a Smashburger nearby. How wrong I was! The inside is absolutely stunning, what a beautiful space. It took a while to be seated since it was a holiday weekend but when we did we had a beautiful view of an indoor sunroom. We got the potato pierogi to start, which was fantastic, and my dish was the tofu scramble (with fruit as a side). The scramble had a surprising sweetness that was not unpleasant and was quite a large portion. Our server was great but he had a very strong and vibrant personality - which I did not care for when I first sat down and was tired and hangry, but he was great and won me over at the end, haha. Anyway, try this place, its amazing and next time I am in Allentown I will be back for sure.

Each dish was better than the last- Chicken Fried Sweet Breads, Crab Stuffed Squash Blossoms,…read more Heirloom Tomato Salad, Duck, Halibut, PB Choc Parfait and Sweet Corn Creme Brûlée-yum-yum-yum-yum-period. Service was quick and efficient-loved the building this restaurant is located in. Parking lot is always a plus!

After almost 10 years, my husband & I made it back to…read moreBolete for our anniversary. A restaurant I once LOVED, was hard to recognize when we walked through the doors tonight. A once cozy and romantic atmosphere, is now a crowded, loud dining room. I had made a reservation on Resy (as per Bolete's website) and requested an upstairs table. In the notes, I mentioned our anniversary, and that we were looking forward to a cozy table to celebrate. Unfortunately, we were seated in the middle of two other parties, whom were both facing us. The lighting was contemporary, and kept brightening then dimming, repeatedly throughout the evening. There was little to no decor, I'm assuming that was removed to fit the volume of tables. The food was as delicious, as I had remembered. However, my husband ordered the ribeye, and was told they were out of steak, but that the pork chop was a delicious second choice. Sorry...a pork chop is not comparable to a steak. An appetizer we chose was also no longer available. Perhaps if Bolete had stuck with quality over quantity, they would not have run out of our first choice options? For our few, and far between date nights these days, the overall experience was a disappointment.

Every detail is right on. The food is fresh and amazing from a local farm I learned on our latest…read morevisit from an employee who was moving on to a different path in her life. She spilled the info table-side. And most importantly the chef is one of the best ever. We've eaten at some of the nicest restaurants in the area and only one comes to mind and they no longer exist. So this place is up there. We're blessed to have a lot of awesome restaurants in our area within easy driving distance. This particular restaurant stands out even among all the great places nearby. 5 plus stars. One note however, the chairs are comfortable enough but, they are subtly designed to keep people moving to keep business moving. It's not bad for an hour and a half but, around this time you may start noticing what I am saying. Bring a cushion if you're planning on a long stay. And since I gave you such an accurate detailed information filled review I would ask that you do me a favor and check out my original music here, www.n1m.com/frankporter

3.7/5 stars The…read moreLimeport Inn is what Cheers would be if it was cast in the country of East PA. It's a Wednesday night and folks are nestled around the tightly knit bar like everyone is family. I'm the outsider from Allentown just passing through but the hostess and servers treat everyone all the same. This quaint restaurant has cloth table settings with ice water, awaiting your arrival. While the view is the main highway that runs through this sleepy town, it offers a bit of nostalgia from a day gone by. I've been here several times and I'm finally getting around to posting my review. I've always enjoyed my time here at Limeport even if every visit had some flaw. This time my drink glass had lipstick all over it, which the server thought was hilarious as well as embarrassing. I agree. The Smashburger is not a Smashburger at all. It's a decently flavored frozen puck that's been transformed into what ended up being a decent burger. You see, they know sauces well here as they're famous for all of their house made dressings and add-ons. The fries are homemade and come straight from the potato, but the oil is clearly old and the fries unfortunately were over overcooked. Well, this visit wasn't my favorite visit. I've really enjoyed my meals in the past. I will be back several times as I come through the town, but I'm not sure that it would be a destination restaurant for me. For those that live local, you're very blessed to have a solid restaurant available to you with filet mignon scallops and wonderful, house-made salads at your fingertips. Cheers!

Wow!!! Found Union and Finch in an online review article. Absolutely the best food!!! Started w…read morethe Pepperoni and Brussels sprouts. Crispy pepperoni with Brussels, pecorino cheese, and spicy honey. The most unique combination of delicious flavors!! Followed with the Burrata. Excellent and the bread that came with it was some of the tastiest bread I have ever had. Yes, I know it is just bread..but no seriously, so good! Next a burger and fries! My husband declared it the best burger he has had in at least 10 years! Fries were equally noteworthy!! Best best best meal! Beer selection varied and outstanding and the Aperol Spritz was one of the best I've had. Get yourself to Union and Finch..your taste buds will thank you!!

Ppl of color stay away Severely overrated and don't spend…read moremoney or time here Acting like they don't want to serve you

The food is excellent here. The ambience and the service is first class. I love the variety of the…read moremenu and how they incorporate different special entrées from time to time. One of my favorite restaurants in the Valley.

Very welcoming and clean. Service was above par and food came out hot and full of flavor. Great…read morejob. We'll be back

I have been a member for a while. Lately the food quality…read morehas dropped big time. I don't get upset over occasionally food issues. Lately the food is terrible, over cooked, cold or just terrible. I now refuse to go there. When I hear that things have greatly improved, I may consider returning to my every week visit

The Mercantile Club serves a breakfast that rivals--and often beats--the local diners…read more In fact, breakfast is easily their best meal of the day, outshining both lunch and dinner. I'd visit more than once a month if it weren't for the smoking policy.

I went into this blind. Did not check the menu before hand so I was not sure what to expect. The…read morerestaurant was very modern and had a sophisticated flare to it while still staying family friendly. I started with the lobster roll bao buns. Creamy lobster on top of nori inside of a light and fluffy bun. It was a fun twist on a classic bite. For the main I ordered the wagyu burger. I ordered it rare and it was not the right call. The burger was so thick that it didn't get a great sear on the outside and was falling apart. I did hear a waitress recommend medium well due to the size and I would definitely suggest that to anyone who tries it. It had a great flavor so I would still recommend you try it. I also ordered the notch fried rice bowl. Chinese sausage, pork belly, peas, carrots, bell peppers, tomatoes, garlic, broccoli, egg, bean sprouts, togarashi spice, and topped with a dippy egg. This dish was savory, Asian fusion cuisine mixed with something that felt like comfort food. If you go here, this is what I would recommend you try, but their whole menu looked incredible. This is a spot you need to add to your list of places to check out.

More of a brunch type stop. We stopped on the weekend during lunch and not very crowded. Food was…read morejust ok. Most likely will not stop here again. They appeared to be under staffed and played weird music.