5 Affordable Restaurants in Downtown, Allentown PA
Updated 11 October 2026 · 18 restaurants in Downtown, Allentown PA considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list features restaurants in Downtown Allentown PA, chosen from 18 qualifying businesses and ordered by Google rating. Each entry shows the Google price range where one is listed, so readers can check the cost before visiting, and entries without a listed range say so. Hours, addresses and common themes from reviewers appear with each business, so people can compare options before choosing. The ranking reflects public Google data and will change as ratings and reviews update.
#1
Aroma of India
★ 4.8 (618 Google reviews)Indian restaurant$20–30 per person
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Aroma of India, at 921 Hamilton St, has a 4.8 Google rating from 618 reviews and a listed price range of $20 to $30. It is open Tuesday through Saturday from 4 pm to 11 pm, and Sunday from 3 pm until 11 pm, with Mondays closed. Reviewers describe lamb korma, biryani and mango lassi as strong dishes, and say the owner talks guests through regional dishes from northern India. Dine-in, takeout and delivery are listed, along with free street parking nearby.
Best for: Northern Indian dinners with biryani
- Address
- 921 Hamilton St, Allentown, PA 18101, United States
- Hours
- Fri 4–11 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 4–11 pm; Sun 3–11 pm; Thu 4–11 pm; Tue 4–11 pm; Wed 4–11 pm
#2
Henry's Salt of the Sea
★ 4.7 (1,192 Google reviews)Seafood restaurant$30–80 per person
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Henry's Salt of the Sea is a seafood restaurant at 1926 W Allen St, with a listed price range of $30 to $80, which is the highest range among these five. It holds a 4.7 Google rating from 1,192 reviews, the largest count in this group. Hours run Monday through Saturday from about 4:30 pm until 9 or 10 pm, and it is closed on Sundays. Reviewers mention stuffed halibut, scallops, French onion soup and a lobster dish, along with table service and a large bar area.
Best for: Seafood dinners with a full bar
- Address
- 1926 W Allen St, Allentown, PA 18104, United States
- Hours
- Fri 4:30–10 pm; Mon 4:30–9 pm; Sat 4:30–10 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 4:30–9 pm; Tue 4:30–9 pm; Wed 4:30–9 pm
#3
The Fan Cave
★ 4.9 (122 Google reviews)Bar & grill$10–20 per person
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The Fan Cave at 1102 Lehigh St is a bar and grill with a 4.9 Google rating from 122 reviews. Google lists a price range of $10 to $20, and hours run from mid-afternoon into the night, with Mondays closed. Listed features include a bar, dine-in and takeaway, groups, family-friendly seating and free street parking. Reviewers mention wings, a cheesesteak sandwich, good music and a clean, friendly room.
Best for: Wings, cheesesteaks and bar seating
- Address
- 1102 Lehigh St, Allentown, PA 18103, United States
- Hours
- Fri 3 pm–1 am; Mon Closed; Sat 3 pm–1 am; Sun 12–11:30 pm; Thu 3 pm–12 am; Tue 3 pm–12 am; Wed 3 pm–12 am
#4
La Bicicleta Arepa Bar
★ 4.6 (511 Google reviews)Venezuelan restaurant$10–20 per person
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La Bicicleta Arepa Bar sits at 12 S 8th St and has a 4.6 Google rating from 511 reviews. Google lists a price range of $10 to $20, and hours run Monday through Friday from 8 am to 7 pm, with weekends closed. Delivery, takeaway and dine-in are listed, along with vegetarian options and wheelchair-accessible entrance and seating. Reviewers mention arepas stuffed with beef or pork, empanadas and fresh natural juices. One reviewer reported moldy cheese in an order.
Best for: Stuffed arepas and fresh juices
- Address
- 12 S 8th St, Allentown, PA 18101, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–7 pm; Mon 8 am–7 pm; Sat Closed; Sun Closed; Thu 8 am–7 pm; Tue 8 am–7 pm; Wed 8 am–7 pm
#5
Cuzin’s Pub & Grill
★ 4.6 (418 Google reviews)Bar & grill$10–20 per person
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Cuzin’s Pub & Grill is at 2027 Tilghman St with a 4.6 Google rating from 418 reviews and a listed price range of $10 to $20. Friday and Saturday hours run until 1 am, and most other nights until midnight, with weekday hours starting at 3 pm on Mondays through Wednesdays. Listed features include outdoor seating, quiz night, happy hour food and drinks, late-night food and bar games. Reviewers mention a French dip, French toast and burgers, and say service is fast.
Best for: Late-night bar food and happy hour
- Address
- 2027 Tilghman St, Allentown, PA 18104, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–1 am; Mon 3 pm–12 am; Sat 11 am–1 am; Sun 11 am–12 am; Thu 11 am–12 am; Tue 3 pm–12 am; Wed 3 pm–12 am
How we made this list
We looked at 18 restaurants in Downtown, Allentown PA with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then Google price range of ₹600 or less per person, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 11 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Book ahead at Henry's Salt of the Sea: Google lists reservations as required.
- For an early start, La Bicicleta Arepa Bar opens at 8 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated restaurant on this list?
Aroma of India ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.8 from 618 reviews. Henry's Salt of the Sea is second at 4.7 from 1,192 reviews.
Which restaurants in Downtown, Allentown PA are open late?
The Fan Cave stays open until 1 am; Cuzin’s Pub & Grill stays open until 1 am.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Aroma of India $20–30; Henry's Salt of the Sea $30–80; The Fan Cave $10–20; La Bicicleta Arepa Bar $10–20; Cuzin’s Pub & Grill $10–20.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Aroma of India, Henry's Salt of the Sea, The Fan Cave, La Bicicleta Arepa Bar and Cuzin’s Pub & Grill.
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