Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Lehigh Valley

OpenTable

Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies in Lehigh Valley? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Aman's Artisan Indian Cuisine

4.9

4.9 (1402)

$30 and under

Indian

Easton

About the restaurant

Aman's is a TripAdvisor World Top 10% Restaurant!

Experience our made from scratch Punjabi Cuisine comparable to world renowned restaurants located in Delhi, London & New York. Our kitchen brings you a flavorful pallet of freshly prepared Artisan Punjabi dishes from the land of 5 rivers, in Northwest India. Set in a modern refined atmosphere, we offer non-veg, veg, vegan, gluten free dishes.

Aman’s is a highly awarded, local Family owned and operated restaurant: LV Style Best Indian/Vegetarian 2018/19/20/21/22, Best of the Fest, PA Food & Wine Festival, Diners Choice OpenTable. Highly rated across social media platforms, we invite you to come experience Aman's.

Policies: BYOB Beer & Wine | Dress Code: Smart Casual | Parties of 8 or more call the restaurant | Tables are held for 10 minutes before being released | No show or last minute cancellations fee of $25 per person applies, see policies | Party changes MUST be communicated with the restaurant prior to arrival.

Top review

Ravisher

Dined 7 days ago

Always an excellent dining experience. Owners are always gracious and welcoming.

The Melting Pot - Bethlehem

4.8

4.8 (2563)

$31 to $50

Fondue

Bethlehem

About the restaurant

The Melting Pot offers an extraordinary dining experience that you won't find at any other restaurant. Here, you'll discover all the ingredients to a perfect evening, including a relaxed atmosphere, private tables, attentive service, fine wines & cocktails, as well as fabulous four-course fondue dinners. No matter what the occasion, from a romantic date to a get together with friends, meetings, or large groups, The Melting Pot always provides fun & lasting memories. Make reservations today & come dip into something different.

Top review

Ken

Dined 3 days ago

We had a good time. The menu was a little confusing . Food was good.

Hampton Winds

4.8

4.8 (206)

$30 and under

American

Bethlehem

About the restaurant

Hampton Winds Restaurant is the training ground for Northampton's highly-regarded Culinary Arts program. Students in the second half of their studies run the facility under the guidance of skilled executive chefs. The outcome is creative fine dining, including a la carte lunch service and a prix fixe dinner menu.

Menu offerings change periodically to reflect the seasons. You are welcome to bring your own wine or beer, however, we do not allow hard liquors or pre made drinks using hard liquors.

Please be aware, as of May 1st 2024, we will only be able to accept 1 credit card per party. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

Top review

Paul

Dined on May 2, 2025

One hesitates to say too many good things about Hampton winds because people may start realizing it exists and they will start showing up and keep coming back and there goes the neighborhood. But beyond the reality that this is an exceptionally fine dining venue in every way, the students, staff and Northampton County's excellent community college deserve our support in every way. They are an invaluable, and exceptionally tasty, community resource.

Rios Brazilian Steakhouse

4.8

4.8 (1115)

$50 and over

Brazilian Steakhouse

Easton

About the restaurant

COVID-19 Update - We are on Green Phase! We are providing indoor and outdoor seating, so please add a tag with your preference for indoor or outdoor dining.

Outdoor Seats Available based on weather permit.

Rios Brazilian Steakhouse in Nazareth, PA is the Famous and Authentic Brazilian “Churrascaria” or Steakhouse.

Rios is much more than a restaurant, it is a place to entertain your party in a friendly environment.

All-you-can-eat Meats! Prepare yourself to enjoy various cuts of seasoned beef, lamb, pork, chicken, homemade spicy sausage and Brazilian sausage, all accompanied by traditional side items, such as rice, feijoada, fried bananas and many more.

Full bar that you can also enjoy our signature cocktail Caipirinha, Brazilian beers and wines.

Top review

Dined 7 days ago

The atmosphere was casual and relaxing. Noise level was surprisingly accommodating for conversation even though the restaurant is fairly open. The service was great. Everyone was personable and attentive. The food was amazing!!! We will definitely go back again!!

Grille 3501

4.7

4.7 (3245)

$31 to $50

American

Allentown

About the restaurant

Grille 3501 literally stands alone with its “sophisticated yet unpretentious” atmosphere and menu. Our unique blend of New American cuisine, combined with our personal and attentive service will make your visit to Grille 3501 an event to remember.

We opened our doors on November 13, 2001 and since that time, our ever-widening circle of loyal customers consistently tell us we are among the most sophisticated and welcoming establishments in the Lehigh Valley.

Top review

Christina

Dined 5 days ago

Server was excellent. Nice balance of respect and friendliness

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Popular dish

Filet Mignon

Popular dish

Grilled Prime Pork Chop

Popular dish

Seared Sea Scallops

Thyme Rooftop Grille

4.7

4.7 (870)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Easton

About the restaurant

*Valet begins at 5pm Tuesday-Friday and 4pm Saturday-Sunday**

A new rooftop restaurant in downtown Easton. Now open on the seventh floor of The Commodore building. Thyme Rooftop Grille offers a progressive New American menu thoughtfully designed by executive chef Brad Shive. The restaurant offers a extensive cocktail list and wine program for guests to enjoy as they dine overlooking the Delaware and Lehigh Rivers, College Hill and downtown Easton.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 3 days ago

From the pomegranate drop to the strawberry spritz. Great refreshing drinks! Food was very flavorful and well portioned.

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4.6

4.6 (2824)

$31 to $50

American

Bethlehem

About the restaurant

ZEST is the second venture for the owners of Grille 3501, an upscale casual restaurant which has sustained continued growth and success for over 20 years. Located on the 6th floor of the Gateway Building on the South Side of Bethlehem, ZEST has had the honor of being awarded the Lehigh Valley's favorite rooftop of 2021, favorite atmosphere of 2020, and favorite new restaurant of 2019. Chef Sean Rainey brings New American cuisine to life with signature dishes including braised beef short ribs and crab & mango spring rolls. The views whether you choose to sit indoors or outdoors are unparalleled. The 130 seat balcony lets you take in the sights of the southside like the steel stacks, Fahy and Hill to Hill bridges, and Bethlehem city hall in the distance. ZEST also features a partially open kitchen design, large 20 seat bar, and an indoor space with panoramic accordion sliding windows that let you experience the best of both worlds.

Top review

Keith

Dined 3 days ago

Absolutely incredible experience. Food was amazing. Service was kind, attentive and courteous. Loved it!!

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Popular dish

Maple Cheesecake

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Crispy Chicken Dumplings

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Banana Almond French Toast

SURV Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (1044)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Easton

About the restaurant

Join us and dine right at our Forks Township, Easton Restaurant serving unique cuisine in a welcoming & memorable environment. With a focus on customer service, attention to detail, scratch-made New American cuisine & Wood-Fired Pizza, all in a chic but casual atmosphere.

Our vibe is fun, energetic, welcoming, and cool- never stuffy or snobby. We believe that our attention to details both inside and outside of the kitchen is what has fueled our success. We welcome all to come and enjoy our passion for food, service and ambiance.

Top review

Kris

Dined 6 days ago

We were celebrating our daughter’s birthday and everybody was very accommodating.

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Popular dish

Mushroom Risotto

Mesa Modern Mexican

4.4

4.4 (1519)

$30 and under

Mexican

Easton

About the restaurant

We are a modern Mexican restaurant & bar in the heart of downtown Easton. We feature a variety of classic Mexican dishes & small plates with a modern twist. Specializing in frozen and classic margaritas with seasonal flavors, as well as a generous tequila selection. Private "Tequila Room" available for events or parties.

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Jon

Dined 5 days ago

Always a good choice! Food is consistently good and the service for the most part is good, depending on your waiter though the manager is in tune to jump in as necessary. When they realized we were there for my husbands birthday dinner, they surprised us by covering the cost of the dessert we requested. Not expected, very nice of them!

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Experience

Margarita Monday - $6 House Margaritas All Day

Dave & Buster's - Whitehall

3.7

3.7 (143)

$30 and under

American

Whitehall

About the restaurant

Each Dave & Buster's has more state-of-the-art games than ever, more mouth-watering menu items and the most innovative drinks anywhere. From wings to steaks, we've got whatever suits your appetite and our premium bar assures we're stocked to satisfy! Plus, you can watch your game on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound.

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Jemmie

Dined on Apr 20, 2025

Excellent!! Service was superb! Management staff was overly accomodating! Very enjoyable experience for all!!

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Experience

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