Allentown’s bar and pub scene is quietly stacked with great burgers. From old‑school institutions to newer gastropubs, these are the places locals keep recommending when the craving hits.
1. Wert’s Cafe
Wert’s is basically Allentown burger royalty.
It’s a cozy, family‑run spot that looks like a classic neighborhood restaurant, and the burger has a reputation that stretches way beyond the Lehigh Valley.
The patties are thick, juicy, and perfectly seasoned. The signature “Wert’s Burger” usually comes with their famous fried onions on top, plus cheese and classic fixings…