Tucked away in the heart of Allentown sits a culinary landmark that has locals and road-trippers alike mapping routes to its doorstep – the Ritz Barbecue, where cheesesteaks reign supreme and time seems to slow down just enough to savor every bite.
You’ve probably driven past dozens of flashy restaurants with their Edison bulbs and reclaimed wood tables, but sometimes the most memorable meals come from places where the focus is squarely on the food rather than the ambiance.
The Ritz Barbecue doesn’t need to impress you with its exterior – the red and white awning and vintage neon “Fountain Service” sign tell you everything you need to know: this place has staying power.
The brick facade has weathered decades of Pennsylvania seasons, standing firm while culinary trends have come and gone like passing storms…