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Eating in Reading (Pennsylvania)
Eating in Reading (Pennsylvania)
As the former home of Joe's a renknowned gourment restaurant no longer in existance, Reading has a resurging dining scene with many locally owned ethnic restaurants. Longstanding Jimmy Kramer's The Peanut Bar is the place where local reporters and politicians have often met. In existance for almost 100 years, the bar allows patrons to throw peanut shells on the floor.
There are many other wonderful dining options including but not limited to;
The recently expanded Mezcal's Mexican Restaurant is located at 150 N. 6th street and offers delicious traditional Mexican cuisine at competetive prices. Reservations are recommended on nights of performances at the Sovereign Performing Arts Center.
The Captains Cove Restaurant/Bar is located in Mount Penn at 2619 Hill Rd. It offers a pirate themed outdoor seating area as well as a indoor seating area. It also has several bar areas located inside and outside.
The newly renovated Stokesay Castle is Reading's newest gourmet offering.
Another excellent option for fine dining is Judy's on Cherry
For Vietnamese food Hong Thahn is a delicious choice. Privately owned, the restuarant offers well prepared traditional dishes paired with a pleasant atmosphere.
Aashiana Indian Restaurant is your best choice for Indian food.
When you leave the city proper Penn Street continues under the name Penn Avenues and your dining opportunities do not stop either.
Go Fish! Is a great seafood market and sushi bar located in west reading. It allows you to dine in but it also allows you to order your food to go. 619 Penn Ave.
Another great place for a sushi lover to visit is the Tokyo Hibachi and Bar which has a large variety of Asian cuisine options. Whether it is Hibachi, Sushi, or traditional Chinese cuisine this restaurant will please everyone.
Reading also has Panda Heaven in its area. Located at 350 N. Park Rd, Wyomissing, PA 19610, is a great Chinese Food Restaurant. Their menu consists of miso soup, chicken teriyaki, sushi tuna, and so much more. They have a sushi bar, hibatchi steak house, a conference room available, and they also provide take-out.
For Mexican food in the more suburban areas you should definitely check out the locally owned chain, Alebreje. There are 3 locations for this restaurant but the most popular is located on the 4th street highway.
Viva Good Life Bistro & Lounge. Located at 901 Hill Ave. French Cuisine that has room for meetings, banquets, and parties. Viva also offers a Take-Out Menu.
Works. Located at 1109 Bern Road (610) 375-2700. Traditional American cuisine. The Works has an arcade, miniature bowling alleys, and real sports located inside the restaurant.
For italian food you're best options are the family owned G.N.A. Ristorante Pizzeria and Toscani which both offer a large variety of delecious italian dishes, a family friendly atmosphere and are open for brunch on sundays.
Aladdin is a great option for anyone interested in Mediterranean cuisine.
The area also offers many diners that are favorites of the local residents. These include the West Reading Diner, Wyomissing Family Restuarant, Mount Penn Diner, Exeter Family Restaurant, and Queen City Restaurant
Austin's Restaurant & Bar, 1101 Snyder Road, West Lawn (Reading), PA 19609, ☎ (610) 678-5500. � At Austin's, they strive for excellence in their food, service, and atmosphere. Their high quality of food begins by using the freshest ingredients. Austin's clean open kitchen and warm classic restaurant is combined with outstanding food and service to give you a truly enjoyable experience.
The World Famous Pike Cafe, 930 Pike Street (corner of Pike & Moss), Reading PA, ☎ (610) 373-6616. The address of 930 Pike Street started as a row-home, then a mom and pop pretzel store, then a small bakery, until it began its claim to fame as the Pike Cafe in the 1940's. Starting as a corner bar in the city of Reading, the Pike was a popular favorite for locals from the 1940's until 1985. The Pike Cafe became "the place to be" in the eighties. In 1992, they began to start serving wings, which was the original Wing Night in Berks County. The Pike Cafe has become known as one of the best locally owned establishments for dining, drinking, and having fun. Super food and super prices, that's their goal. �
Esposito's Restaurant & Pizza, 1540 Friedensberg Road, Reading, PA 19606-1017, ☎ (610) 779-9333. Esposito's is another great restaurant in Reading, PA for Italian food. Eat in or take out. They have a full bar service. So whether you are looking for pizza, sandwiches, or a great Italian dish, Esposito's is a great place for the whole family. �
Schell's Fast Food Restaurant & Miniature Golf, 4625 5th Street Hwy, Temple, PA 19560 (North of Reading), ☎ (610) 929-9660. If you are looking for a quick, easy, delicious meal, ice cream, and a game of mini golf, Schell's is the place to go. Schell's is casual dining, great for groups and children, and provide outdoor seating. It's not just a restaurant but also a dairy stand and a 27 hole miniature golf course. They have been around for quite a while. Their original menu featured 20 cent hot dogs and 15 cent french fries. Schell's is definitely an oldie, but a goodie! �
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, 4559 Perkiomen Ave. Reading, PA 19606, ☎ (484) 334-8000. Red Robin Gourmet Burgers has been the Gourmet Burger expert since 1969, when the first Red Robin® restaurant opened in Seattle. Now, with more than 450 restaurants across the U.S. and Canada, Red Robin offers craveable, high-quality menu items including innovative, signature Gourmet Burgers and Chicken Sandwiches, as well as salads, entrees, and signature Bottomless Beverages™ all made with fresh, Honest-to-Goodness® ingredients. If you are looking for a fun atmosphere and a great burger, Red Robin is the place to go in Reading, PA. �
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