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Seafood, Sandwiches, Ice Cream
448 N. 17th St. Allentown, PA 18104, 18102-2046, United States
Dishes: 264

Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.2 out of 5
Impressive | 1150 reviews

Was Lonnie Beckham at Fairgrounds a mag?
Absolutely loved our dining experience at The Fairgrounds Hotel. It was one of our best Date Day dinners ever. Our server Lisa was AWESOME. Very attentive and the food and drinks were excellent. Definitely coming back. View all feedback.

What Jedediah Goyette dislikes about Fairgrounds:
Bad service, it was booked in advance for a birthday, it was not received like other restaurants, it was never mentioned that it was a special occasion (birthday), not even in the dessert, and the piece of meat like it was in Water thawed, tasteless, uncooked and hard, I don't think we will be back, this is the third time we go and it was very bad, I don't recommend it View all feedback.

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Menu
4.2 ★ from 53 reviews
hipolito-29
Hipolito 01.06.2020 - 19:46

My husband I often stop for lunch. Our favorite item is the lobster roll on a toasted hot dog roll with melted butter. There is a nice variety of soups sides to accompany your sandwich. The staff is always friendly helpful.

nikoletta-biktora
Νικολέττα 02.02.2022 - 23:35

This place specializes in an under lobster roll lunch. Your sides include soup or salad fries. I enjoyed the salad with housemade Green Goddess salad dressing. My husband opted for piping hot lobster bisque. The lobster roll sandwiches were served on toasted hot dog buns with melted butter. Yum! Large portions of regular sweet potato fries completed our meals.

jaquelin-altenwerth
Jaquelin 02.02.2022 - 23:35

The food was excellent, as always! Great service and prices! Best seafood in the Lehigh Valley!

omurray
Raegan 02.02.2022 - 23:35

Closed because of the fair, but I could make a reservation and was not notified. No signs at the door either to let me know they were closed.

rau-manpreet
Manpreet 01.11.2017 - 08:05

Our first time here! Never knew about this place until YelpVisited last week.

Last update: 02.02.2022

Experience at the restaurant varied greatly among different customers. Some were disappointed by the bad service, unappetizing food, and lack of recognition for special occasions. However, others enjoyed the nice location, great service, delicious food, and extensive wine list. The pleasant surprises included good entrees and private seating despite large parties. Some customers were frustrated by inconsistent lobster tail sizes and serving quality, while others raved about the crab cakes and under $20 lobster roll lunch specials. Overall, the service played a large role in determining whether customers would return to the restaurant.

Int Restaurants
4.1 ★ from 1009 reviews
shelby-388
Shelby 23.08.2023 - 04:26

I'm really disappointed that I only just found out about this restaurant! The drinks were amazing and the food was fantastic. It's definitely worth the money! Our waiter, Alex, made our experience even better. I highly recommend this restaurant to everyone! I don't usually leave reviews, but I had to for this place! I can't wait to come back!

heather-1895
Heather 23.08.2023 - 04:26

I hosted a surprise 40th birthday party at the upstairs venue of this restaurant. The party was absolutely fantastic! The overall cost was very reasonable, the food was delicious, and the kitchen staff made sure the buffet was always full. The bar staff was excellent, and the DJ kept the party going with great music. I cannot give enough praise for the amazing experience we had. The service and food were truly exceptional, beyond excellent. I would give more than 5 stars if I could.

bogue
Bogue 23.08.2023 - 04:26

A group of us recently dined at Fair Grounds restaurant for dinner. Towards the end of our meal, my wife ordered two after-dinner drinks on the rocks. Upon receiving the bill, we were surprised to see a $2.50 charge for each drink for the ice. It was disappointing that the waitress did not inform us of this additional charge when the drinks were ordered, and there was no mention of it on the menu. When I asked to speak to the Manager, I was informed that he was not available. We want to caution other patrons of Fair Grounds to be aware of these hidden charges. Unfortunately, we will not be returning for dinner in the future.

chelsea-33
Chelsea 23.08.2023 - 04:26

Went there for the first time today, the food was delicious! Great atmosphere with nice employees. I highly recommend this place!

ginny-98
Ginny 23.08.2023 - 04:26

Had dinner there last night, food and service was wonderful, Had a great server her name was Marla .Will definitely go back. Lobster Mac cheese was delicious..

Last update: 23.08.2023
Opentable
4.3 ★ from 88 reviews
assuncao-erica-1
Erica 20.06.2024 - 05:15

My favorite spot for lunch in Allentown is this restaurant. They are well-known for their specialty in lobster and other seafood, but also offer options like chicken, beef, and pork on their menu. The under $20 lunch specials are always enjoyable. During our last visit, my husband enjoyed a lobster roll with melted butter, crispy fries, and creamy New England clam chowder. I opted for a generous lobster salad with iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, carrots, red onions, cucumbers, avocado, and lobster pieces, topped with homemade Green Goddess dressing. Overall, we were impressed with every aspect of our meal.

unal-cornelis
Cornelis 20.06.2024 - 05:15

My husband and I love going to this newly renovated historic hotel. They offer a diverse menu with seafood options priced under $20. I really enjoyed the tasty New England clam chowder, packed with clams, potatoes, and bacon. The garden salad with Green Goddess dressing paired well with my crab cake. My husband also enjoyed the clam chowder and loved the hot lobster roll sandwich with fries. For dessert, we had the choice of rice pudding or ice cream.

Last update: 20.06.2024

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