Bixler’s Lodge • Offering the best daily specials in town. Home of the 100% crab meat crab cakes. 1456 Friedensburg Rd., Stony Creek, 610.779.9936.

Dryville Hotel • Authentic country hotel atmosphere, good food, well-prepared. Good selection of beers. 110 Lyons Rd., Mertztown. 610-682-2466.

Freymoyer’s Hotel & Restaurant • Dine in a casual atmosphere in this 19th Century Hotel. Plenty of Berks County favorites are available in their extensive menu. Open seven days for lunch and dinner. 2700 Kutztown Rd., Reading, 610.921.1448.

Kempton Hotel • PA Dutch cooking. Known for potato filling. Casual attire, closed Tuesday. 9910 Kistler Valley Rd., Kempton. 610-756-6588.

Landis Store Hotel • Known for crab cakes, among other fare. Draws clientele from long distances. 4 Baldy Hill Rd., Boyertown. 610-845-2324.

Shanesville Hotel • We offer quantity & quality food at a moderate price in a casual country setting. Closed major holidays. Mon.-Fri. 3-11pm; Sat. 12-11pm; Sun. 12-9pm. 1636 W. Philadelphia Ave., Boyertown. 610-367-9100.

The American House Hotel • Fine dining in a historically restored hotel with tin ceiling, soft music, and a selection of food you will remember all year. Bring your family and friends, Enjoy! 2 N. 4th St., Hamburg. 610-562-4683.

The Bridge Inn Pleasantville • Full menu featuring famous crab cakes and hand-cut flame-broiled steaks. Open 7 days. Rt. 73 & Covered Bridge Rd., Oley. 610-689-5818.

Yellow House Hotel • Casual country. Victorian charm, ghosts, candlelight. Known for Dolly’s ribs and Yellow House crabcakes. Open 7 days. 6743 Boyertown Pike, Douglassville. 610-689-9410.

Aashiyana Indian Cuisine • Wide variety from mild to spicy, including vegetarian dishes. Open 7 days. Saturday & Sunday Lunch Buffet. 610-736-0847. 16 South 4th St., Reading.

Hong Thanh Restaurant • Vietnamese and Chinese cuisine. Closed Monday and Tuesday. 610-374-0434. 22 N. 6th St., Reading.

Krystyna’s Kitchen & Roman’s Deli • Homemade and imported Polish cuisine. Kielbasa, pierogies, golompki, sweet breads, candy, gifts & more. Eat in or take out. Fairgrounds Farmers Market, North Fifth Street at Bellevue Ave., Reading. Open year-round. 610-507-4158.

L’Arte della Vita • Celebrate “The Art of Life” with hand-crafted Italian/Mediterranean dishes, surrounded by stunning local artwork. Located in The Abraham Lincoln Hotel, corner of Fifth & Washington Sts., Reading. Open year-round. 610-372-7777.

Mezcal’s Mexican Restaurant • Casual downtown restaurant offering the finest authentic Mexican cuisine. Appetizers, soups, vegetable combos, to your favorite traditional platters. Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. 50 N. 6th St., Reading, 610.685.5272.

Mom Chaffe’s Cellarette • Intimate, known for “New York Italian” style cuisine. Closed Sunday. 610-374-5733. 148 Tulpehocken Ave., West Reading.

Panda Heaven Chinese & Japanese Hibachi Steak House & Sushi Lounge • Hibachi steak house, sushi bar & fine dining Chinese restaurant. Try our special Mai Tai & other cocktails. 610-685-7975. 350 North Park Rd., Wyomissing.

Thai Cuisine • Thai cuisine, vegetarian offerings, great desserts. 610-929-6993. 502 Eisenbrown St., Reading.

Tokyo Hibachi & Bar • Offering traditional Japanese and Chinese food. 6 Hibachi tables available where a specially trained chef prepares your meal in front of you with an open flame. Also specializing in rolled sushi and sashimi, including a special sushi bar. Open for lunch and dinner. 960 Woodland Rd., Wyomissing, 610.685.2888.

201 West Food & Spirit • American cuisine, casual dress. Closed Sunday. 201 W. Lancaster Ave., Shillington. 610-796-9070.

Austin’s Restaurant and Bar • American fare, straightforward and well-prepared. 610-678-5500. 1101 Snyder Rd., West Lawn.

Bensi • Serving fresh and tasty Italian food in a casual dining environment. Broad menu selection with a unique, flavorful fare at family-friendly prices. The Shoppes at Wyomissing, 700 Woodland Rd., Wyomissing, 610.375.3222.

Bistro 614 • Contemporary New World cuisine, diverse wine list. Exquisite service in a casual atmosphere. Private parties. 614 Penn Ave, West Reading. 610-375-9900.

Black Dog Café • Fine food in a casual atmosphere. 610-589-1602. 116 Main St., Stouchsburg.

Blind Hartman’s Tavern • This tavern offers a warm, friendly & causal dining experience blended with a fun tavern atmosphere.  Our menu features everything from enticing appetizers, as well as burgers, pasta and seafood, to a selection of signature menu items found on our Chef’s weekly dinner special menu.  Enjoy dinner in our large dining room with its romantic floor to ceiling fireplace or choose to dine in our lively bar area.  Smoking & Non-Smoking areas avail.  Open Daily 11am-2am; Food Served Daily until 1:30am.  2910 Pricetown Road, Temple, PA.  610-370-7180.

Blue Orchid Inn • 1850’s inn, chef owned. Known for fine cuisine and scenic grounds. 1565 State St., Mertztown. 610-682-6700.

Canal Street Pub & Restaurant • American cuisine in a “brewpub” atmosphere. Features brewery-fresh Legacy beer on draft (produced right below the pub). 535 Canal St., Reading. 610-376-4009.

Chef Alan’s American Bistro • Upbeat and casual atmosphere. Contemporary American and Carribbean cuisine. Eclectic décor. 555 Penn Ave., West Reading. 610-375-4012.

Chef Alan’s American Bistro • See previous listing. Fairgrounds Square Mall, N. 5th St., Reading. 610-685-4000.

Christine’s Creekside Inn • Casual, family dining in a relaxed atmosphere. Pub fare menu featuring sandwiches and salads available. Mon-Thurs 5-9, Fri-Sat 5-9:30. 1250 Green Hills Rd., Birdsboro. 610-582-8150.

DANS Restaurant • Serving Sunday brunch. Contemporary American cuisine. Fine dining with exceptional food and service. Extensive selection of wine and cocktails. Dinner Wed-Sat 5:00-9:30, Sun 12:00-7:00, closed Monday & Tuesday. 11th & Penn Sts., Reading. 610-373-2075.

Emily’s • Casual fine dining in a country setting and historic site featuring the best outdoor dining experience. 3790 Morgantown Rd., Mohnton. 610-856-7887.

Frank & Diannah’s Arbor Inn • Restored American bistro, bar and cabana. Closed Sunday. 47 S. Bingaman St., Saint Lawrence. 610-406-0126.

Galen Hall Restaurant Lounge & Golf Club • Casual fine dining in the South Mountains near Wernersville. Appetizers, crab cake specials, steaks, signature entrees, light and regular fare. Open to the public. Open Sunday for breakfast 7:30-11am & dinner 12pm-8pm. Mon: 5-9pm, Tues-Thurs: 5pm-9pm. Fri & Sat: 5pm-9:30pm. 610-678-5424 & 610-678-8011.

G.N.A. Ristorante Pizzeria • G.N.A. invites you to take advantage of the many services the restaurant offers. Take out: lunch & dinner. Private parties: from 25 to 100 guests. 421 Penn Ave., West Reading. 610-376-1155.

The Restaurant at Golden Oaks • Located in Golden Oaks Golf Club. Open to the public all year long; casual dining to weddings and other special occasions. Restored farmhouse for private parties. 10 Stonehenge Drive, Fleetwood. 610-944-6000.

Good Eatz Green Cafe • Delicious food from traditional
with a twist to gluten free to vegetarian sourced with local, organic and sustainable goods. Open 7am-7pm Mon-Sat. 701 Penn Ave., West Reading. GoodEatz.org. 610 670-4885.

Green Hills Inn • Chef-owned. Zagat Guide: “excellent.” Country French inn atmosphere, international cuisine, extensive wine list. Closed Sunday. 2444 Morgantown Rd., Shillington. 610-777-9611.

The Grille at Bear Creek • Mountainside dining featuring continental cuisine with a Pennsylvania twist. Open daily. Seasonal outdoor dining. 101 Doe Mountain Lane, Macungie. 610-641-7141.

Jimmie Kramer’s Peanut Bar • Popular downtown spot. American fare, casual to gourmet in a smoke-free environment. 332 Penn St., Reading. 610-376-8500.

Judy’s on Cherry • Featuring freshly baked breads, seafood stews, gourmet pizzas and roasted Tuscan entreés from our hearth-fired oven. 332 Cherry St., Reading. Lunch T – F 11:30 – 2:00, Dinner T – S 5:00 – 10:00, Closed Sunday and Monday. 610-374-8511.

Off the Avenue • A unique dining experience. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open Tues.- Sat. 8 am to 3 pm, Wed.- Sat. 5 pm – 9 pm, Sun. 8 am – 1 pm. 2333 Penn Ave., West Lawn, 610.678.4804.

Porch • An intimate lively atmosphere featuring modern American cuisine, using the best local ingredients, fresh seafood and aged meats. 890 Tulpehocken Road, Myerstown, PA 17067. 717-866-2200.

Savory Grille • A fine dining restaurant with unique presentations in a comfortable setting. Open Wed. through Sat. 4:30pm to 10pm, Sunday 1pm to 8pm. 2934 Seisholtsville Rd., Macungie, PA. 610-845-2010.

Spectators Bar & Grille • Fare from apps to entrees – great wings, great prices, great fun – 15 HD TVs – sports packages – kids menu. 610-285-4430. 45 Old Route 22, Kutztown. www.spectatorsbarandgrille.com.

Tim’s Ugly Mug • Located on route 724 between Douglassville and Birdsboro sits one of the hottest spots in town. Offering both a relaxing, family atmosphere and extensive menu or a fun bar atmosphere with a vast selection. Open 7 days a week. 610.404.1155. www.timsuglymug.com

The Pike Cafe • A neighborhood cafe with a countywide reputation. Experience the taste they are “World Famous” for including unique specialty dishes, seafood, charbroiled meats, oversized portions and moderate pricing. Contemporary, comfortable & casual. 930 Pike St., Reading, 610.373.6616.

Union Barrel Works • Brewpub and Restaurant in an historic brick building from 1911. 7173357837. 6 North Reamstown Rd.,Reamstown. Unionbarrelworks.com.

West Reading Tavern & Restaurant • Near VF Outlet Village. Tudor setting, creative, innovative entrees. 606 Penn Ave., West Reading. 610-376-9232.

winedown cafe & wine bar • Bar/tavern focusing on wine. Winedown offers over 18 wines by the glass. We also serve great small plate appetizers, artisan cheeses and desserts. Open Tues-Wed 5pm-10pm, Thurs-Fri 5pm-11pm, Sat 12pm till 11pm. Closed Sunday & Monday. 622 Penn Ave., West Reading. 610-373-4907.