Platform Five’s guidebook
Breakfast/Coffee
Sourcing much of their ingredient from local vendors, State Cafe serves up a to-die-for breakfast, make sure to check out their lunch as well!
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The State Cafe and Grill
14-16 S 5th StSourcing much of their ingredient from local vendors, State Cafe serves up a to-die-for breakfast, make sure to check out their lunch as well!
A used bookstore/restaurant, get your reading, morning coffee, and breakfast all in one place!
11 residents recomanen
Quadrant Book Mart & Coffee House
20 N 3rd StA used bookstore/restaurant, get your reading, morning coffee, and breakfast all in one place!
Located in a historic mansion, not only is the ambiance quaint, but the coffee and other beverages are some of the best in the Valley!
7 residents recomanen
ThreeBirds Coffee House
226 Bushkill StLocated in a historic mansion, not only is the ambiance quaint, but the coffee and other beverages are some of the best in the Valley!
Some of the best bagels in the area! You can’t go wrong with a plain bagel or something fancier like their bacon egg and cheese bagel.
Sam's Bagel & Deli
1800 Sullivan TrailSome of the best bagels in the area! You can’t go wrong with a plain bagel or something fancier like their bacon egg and cheese bagel.
Serving traditional and unique breakfast dishes, this is your neighborhood breakfast. The dining area is small so you may want to get it to go!
8 residents recomanen
The People's Kitchen
639 Linden StServing traditional and unique breakfast dishes, this is your neighborhood breakfast. The dining area is small so you may want to get it to go!
Always busy, Roasted serves a quality breakfast in Bethlehem’s historic, industrial Southside.
Roasted
22 W 4th StAlways busy, Roasted serves a quality breakfast in Bethlehem’s historic, industrial Southside.
Tucked away near historic downtown, The Joint has been serving up delicious coffee for years!
The Joint Coffee Co.
77 W Broad StTucked away near historic downtown, The Joint has been serving up delicious coffee for years!
An eclectic atmosphere with an infusion of local art, plus great coffee, in Bethlehem’s Southside.
Deja Brew Coffeehouse & Deli
101 W 4th StAn eclectic atmosphere with an infusion of local art, plus great coffee, in Bethlehem’s Southside.
Our Favorite Restaurants
Known for their unique grass-fed burgers and craft beer. Don’t miss their Free Bacon Happy Hour every Wednesday from 4-7 PM!
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Two Rivers Brewing
542 Northampton StKnown for their unique grass-fed burgers and craft beer. Don’t miss their Free Bacon Happy Hour every Wednesday from 4-7 PM!
A romantic and peaceful atmosphere awaits you at Oceans while you sample fresh seafood and other delicious entrees.
8 residents recomanen
Ocean
235 Ferry StA romantic and peaceful atmosphere awaits you at Oceans while you sample fresh seafood and other delicious entrees.
Make sure you have an empty stomach when visiting Daddy’s place – the portions are huge! Authentic Mediterranean food and a large selection of beer.
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Daddy's Place
650 Northampton StMake sure you have an empty stomach when visiting Daddy’s place – the portions are huge! Authentic Mediterranean food and a large selection of beer.
Known as the premier steakhouse in the valley, Three Oaks is an old-fashioned NY-style steakhouse in the heart of downtown Easton.
17 residents recomanen
THREE OAK Steakhouse
323 Northampton StKnown as the premier steakhouse in the valley, Three Oaks is an old-fashioned NY-style steakhouse in the heart of downtown Easton.
Right across from one of our properties, this is a favorite of ours for lunch. Great salads and pizza!
24 residents recomanen
Sette Luna
219 Ferry StRight across from one of our properties, this is a favorite of ours for lunch. Great salads and pizza!
An old-fashion Italian restaurant serving up quality pizza and other Italian favorites since 1947!
Colonial Pizza & Spaghetti House
136 Spring Garden StAn old-fashion Italian restaurant serving up quality pizza and other Italian favorites since 1947!
This neighborhood deli doesn’t disappoint! Their subs and sandwiches are simple but delicious, and they also offer breakfast sandwiches.
Noto's Deli
930 Northampton StThis neighborhood deli doesn’t disappoint! Their subs and sandwiches are simple but delicious, and they also offer breakfast sandwiches.
Considered by many the best food in the Lehigh Valley, Bolete offers a unique rustic fine-dining, farm-to-table experience.
23 residents recomanen
Bolete
1740 Seidersville RdConsidered by many the best food in the Lehigh Valley, Bolete offers a unique rustic fine-dining, farm-to-table experience.
A casual, yet upscale bistro, with a wide selection of food choices - all of which are delicious!
23 residents recomanen
Apollo Grill
85 W Broad StA casual, yet upscale bistro, with a wide selection of food choices - all of which are delicious!
With locations in both Easton and Bethlehem, the Bayou is the valley’s best soul food restaurant. Don’t miss their fried chicken
8 residents recomanen
The Bayou Southern Kitchen and Bar
702 Hawthorne RdWith locations in both Easton and Bethlehem, the Bayou is the valley’s best soul food restaurant. Don’t miss their fried chicken
With an upscale and romantic atmosphere, Blue has you covered for every occasion, from a party of two to a large dinner party or event.
7 residents recomanen
blue grillhouse
4431 Easton AveWith an upscale and romantic atmosphere, Blue has you covered for every occasion, from a party of two to a large dinner party or event.
Wineries
Located north of the valley in Saylorsburg, Blue Ridge is known for their amazing views and are one of the top-ranked wineries in the area. Ample seating dots the property and you can usually enjoy live music on the weekend. The winery also boasts several food stalls including pizza, BBQ, and tacos.
235 residents recomanen
Blue Ridge Estate Winery
239 Blue Ridge RoadLocated north of the valley in Saylorsburg, Blue Ridge is known for their amazing views and are one of the top-ranked wineries in the area. Ample seating dots the property and you can usually enjoy live music on the weekend. The winery also boasts several food stalls including pizza, BBQ, and tacos.
Located North-West of the Valley in New Tripoli, you can expect to receive friendly service and enjoy beautiful mountain views. Blue Mountain also has live music on Sundays from 2-5 pm.
25 residents recomanen
Blue Mountain Vineyards
7627 Grape Vine DrLocated North-West of the Valley in New Tripoli, you can expect to receive friendly service and enjoy beautiful mountain views. Blue Mountain also has live music on Sundays from 2-5 pm.
The oldest existing vineyard in the Lehigh Valley, Vynecrest dates back to the spring of 1974. Today visitors can still sample wine in their historic 19th century restored barn. They also offer light snacks and a selection of beer.
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Vynecrest Winery
172 Arrowhead LnThe oldest existing vineyard in the Lehigh Valley, Vynecrest dates back to the spring of 1974. Today visitors can still sample wine in their historic 19th century restored barn. They also offer light snacks and a selection of beer.
Breweries
Located on the Southside of Bethlehem, Bonn Place is one of the most prolific breweries in the Lehigh Valley. They offer unique beers and seltzers with both indoor and outdoor seating. You can also get most of their beers to-go if you find something too good for just one drink.
11 residents recomanen
Bonn Place Brewing Company
310-14 Taylor StLocated on the Southside of Bethlehem, Bonn Place is one of the most prolific breweries in the Lehigh Valley. They offer unique beers and seltzers with both indoor and outdoor seating. You can also get most of their beers to-go if you find something too good for just one drink.
The largest brewery in the Lehigh Valley, Weybacher is also one of the oldest, having been in business for over 25 years. With over 20 varieties, you are sure to find something for everyone! They offer tours during the weekend in addition to
their tastings.
18 residents recomanen
Weyerbacher Brewing Company
905 Line StThe largest brewery in the Lehigh Valley, Weybacher is also one of the oldest, having been in business for over 25 years. With over 20 varieties, you are sure to find something for everyone! They offer tours during the weekend in addition to
their tastings.
Run by a retired chemist, Jim Yergey, and his son, Yergey Brewing specializes in artisan beers with numerous styles. Located in Emmaus and open Thursday - Sunday, this brewery is sure to please with homey vibes and friendly service!
Yergey Brewing
235 Main StRun by a retired chemist, Jim Yergey, and his son, Yergey Brewing specializes in artisan beers with numerous styles. Located in Emmaus and open Thursday - Sunday, this brewery is sure to please with homey vibes and friendly service!
Located in an old warehouse, Hijinx has an industrial vibe and is known for its great bears at an affordable price. If you are looking for more than just beer, pop over to the Colony Meadery or County Seat Spirits, located in the same building!
HiJinx Brewing Company
905 Harrison StLocated in an old warehouse, Hijinx has an industrial vibe and is known for its great bears at an affordable price. If you are looking for more than just beer, pop over to the Colony Meadery or County Seat Spirits, located in the same building!
At the heart of historic Bethlehem, Lost Tavern is a quality microbrewery. Located in the historic Moravian Book Shop, you can also grab a bit to eat at Dave’s Deli & Gelato which shares a space with the brewery. Live music can also be enjoyed in the evening during much of the week.
9 residents recomanen
Lost Tavern Brewing
782 Main StAt the heart of historic Bethlehem, Lost Tavern is a quality microbrewery. Located in the historic Moravian Book Shop, you can also grab a bit to eat at Dave’s Deli & Gelato which shares a space with the brewery. Live music can also be enjoyed in the evening during much of the week.
Sightseeing
A portion of Bethlehem’s industrial steel industry has been converted into a 10-acre campus dedicated to the arts. Enjoy free concerts and other family-friendly events during the summer!
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SteelStacks
101 Founders WayA portion of Bethlehem’s industrial steel industry has been converted into a 10-acre campus dedicated to the arts. Enjoy free concerts and other family-friendly events during the summer!
Get a close-up look at both local and exotic animals including zebras, elk, wolves, and more! If you like hiking, the Trexler Preserve encompasses the zoo and offers great hiking trails with sightings of grazing animals including elk and buffalo.
52 residents recomanen
Lehigh Valley Zoo
5150 Game Preserve RdGet a close-up look at both local and exotic animals including zebras, elk, wolves, and more! If you like hiking, the Trexler Preserve encompasses the zoo and offers great hiking trails with sightings of grazing animals including elk and buffalo.
Ranked one of the best Triple-A stadiums in the country, enjoy a summer evening or afternoon cheering on the local Ironpigs, an affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies.
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Lehigh Valley IronPigs
1050 Ironpigs WayRanked one of the best Triple-A stadiums in the country, enjoy a summer evening or afternoon cheering on the local Ironpigs, an affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies.
Sure to be a crowd-pleaser, the park features seven roller coasters and other adult and children’s rides along with the Wildwater waterpark. Dorney Park offers a unique mix of fun for the entire family!
186 residents recomanen
Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom
4000 Dorney Park RdSure to be a crowd-pleaser, the park features seven roller coasters and other adult and children’s rides along with the Wildwater waterpark. Dorney Park offers a unique mix of fun for the entire family!
Visit this museum to learn what life was like during the Canal Era! They also offer boat tours pulled by a mule where you learn the history of canals firsthand. You can also meet the mules or rent boats and bikes!
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National Canal Museum
2750 Hugh Moore Park RdVisit this museum to learn what life was like during the Canal Era! They also offer boat tours pulled by a mule where you learn the history of canals firsthand. You can also meet the mules or rent boats and bikes!
Located just south of the Lehigh Valley in Doylestown, Hellerick’s Farm has something for the whole family! They offer a high ropes course, obstacle course, animal experiences, and even goat yoga! You can buy tickets for one experience or packages with multiple combinations.
Hellerick's Family Farm
5500 N Easton RdLocated just south of the Lehigh Valley in Doylestown, Hellerick’s Farm has something for the whole family! They offer a high ropes course, obstacle course, animal experiences, and even goat yoga! You can buy tickets for one experience or packages with multiple combinations.
Opening the middle of November on weekends, Christkindlemarkt is located at the Steelstacks in Bethlehem and recognized as one of the premier holiday markets in the country! Local vendors offer a wide variety of local food and crafts.
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Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem
101 Founders WayOpening the middle of November on weekends, Christkindlemarkt is located at the Steelstacks in Bethlehem and recognized as one of the premier holiday markets in the country! Local vendors offer a wide variety of local food and crafts.
Experience color like you never have before! This hands-on experience allows kids to explore art and express their creativity with many different activities and a demonstration of how crayons are made!
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Crayola Experience
30 Centre SquareExperience color like you never have before! This hands-on experience allows kids to explore art and express their creativity with many different activities and a demonstration of how crayons are made!