Grille 3501

Grille 3501

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Hours
Mon
11:30 AM - 3:45 PM4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Tue
11:30 AM - 3:45 PM4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wed
11:30 AM - 3:45 PM4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Thu
11:30 AM - 3:45 PM4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Fri
11:30 AM - 3:45 PM4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sat
4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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About
Grille 3501 literally stands alone with its "sophisticated yet unpretentious" atmosphere and menu. Our unique blend of Asian, French and Mediterranean cuisine, combined with our warm hospitality and attentive service will make your every visit to Grille 3501 an event to remember. The Loft at 3501 provides guests with a unique dining experience in the West End by offering patio and open-air dining along with the same great award-winning menu favorites. Owner John Trapani invites you to Grille 3501 for your next truly remarkable meal or private party.
CUISINES
American
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Dinner, Drinks
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Free off-street parking, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Free Wifi, Discover, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Gift Cards Available
4.5
4.5 of 5 bubbles504 reviews
Excellent
270
Very good
147
Average
57
Poor
23
Terrible
7

Joseph M
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2024 • family
Great food and service from Christi. I had the black bass and my wife had salmon. We had spring rolls for appetizer and sala and key lime dessert Sat in a quiet area. Made the reservation on open table and noted it was my wife's birthday and Christi the server must have seen the note and brought out the dessert with a candle!
Written June 28, 2024
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OnAir21806062711
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2025 • couples
We had an absolutely fantastic meal at Grille 3501. We were in Allentown for a concert and wanted to find a good restaurant for dinner beforehand. We hit the jackpot! Our brussel sprout appetizer was delicious, and the boneless beef short rib dinner was scrumptious. Our only regret was that we didn't allow time for one of the many unique desserts on the menu. The next time in Allentown, we will! Complements to our server Christie W. for going above and beyond to make us feel welcome.
Written January 18, 2025
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Ocean 215
Coopersburg121 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2024 • couples
Great date night. We made a reservation for my husbands birthday. We were seated in the Loft area which was very nice and beautifully decorated for Christmas. There is a bar in that area and it did get a little loud at times. Service was excellent, drinks on point and the food was delicious. My husband started with the mussels appetizer. There were at least 2 dozen and said it was perfect. We also had the brussel sprouts appetizer, then the short rib and eggplant dinners. All were wonderful. There is a large parking lot. Would return
Written December 12, 2024
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SW1948
Macungie10 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • couples
We dined at 3501 for my birthday in December. We were not seated at the best location and a party of 6 young people were soon seated in a round booth next to us. They were so boisterous that my husband and I could not carry on a conversation. Our dinners were good, but when did 3501 start charging for bread??? How tacky for a fine dining restaurant. We were also charged extra because we asked for both butter and olive oil. Really? Shame on them. There was no mention of my birthday even though my husband informed them when he made the reservation. Disappointed.
Written March 3, 2024
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John
New Windsor1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2022 • couples
None of the staff members seemed very welcoming when we arrived. We had a reservation, but they had to put us somewhere else due to our table not being ready. Our server Larissa (based on the name on our bill) never introduced herself, never told us the specials for the day, seemed irritated that we had questions about the menu, never smiled or seemed to enjoy serving us. However, the next 2 groups that sat next to us she smiled, introduced herself, told them the specials for the day, we already ordered, seemed happy to serve both tables. It was loud, noisy, and the table she seemed to enjoy serving were loud, rude, and cursing every other word many in the dining room finished fast and left because of how loud and rude they were being. In my opinion food was below average, scallops ok, lobster tails so so, rice not fully cooked still hard, risotto very soggy and very strong lemon flavor no hint of Parmesan as listed on the menu. Would have ordered more drinks and dessert, but Larissa was so welcoming and more worried about her other tables she lost a generous tip and the restaurant lost out on at least another $100 or more in sales.
Written December 18, 2022
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CLH
12 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2021 • none
Not worth the expensive prices. The food was bland, lacked seasoning and not at all as described. If you're going to charge $69 for a Cowboy steak, then it better be a Cowboy steak! Not a steak the size of a pork chop and not cooked to the ordered specifications.
Written June 25, 2021
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Cathy M
Willsboro1 contribution
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2021 • none
Scouted out this restaurant on a business trip based on reviews . Comfortable out door seating despite being in the midst of winter and a pandemic . Staff were pleasant and ambiance was great. I ordered a winter salad which was good not extra with the Pan seared Blue nose sea bass . The tomato salad side , cilantro rice and asparagus was one mixed concoction no hint of ginger or soy as stated on menu AND major disappointment in the sea bass - not pan seared at all - 2 « fingers «  of fish which appeared lightly floured and tough and dry . My partner had the filet mignon which was ordered medium but was received well done - Not worth the detour nor the price . Save yourself the trip !
Written January 28, 2021
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Joe
1 contribution
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2021 • none
We always enjoyed eating at the grille. Very disappointed in our meal, not very good. The crab cake appetizer was unpleasantly mushy and cold. The calamari was overly salty. The special was a bolognese the pasta was over cooked. The service was slow, was told due to being understaffed. Must be a new chef. Not sure if we will be returning since it’s not the food and quality that they had in the past
Written June 17, 2021
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William P
Stroudsburg327 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2022 • none
Grille 3501 is beautiful with an excellent staff, wonderful drinks, and exceptional food. The atmosphere alone is wonderful and perfect for couples. Better still, this restaurant and bar offers quality beverages and food at great prices. Most important, it is clear that the wait staff cares about what they do, as well as the bartenders, and chefs. The look and taste of the food - including desserts - were truly wonderful and made for a magical evening. My girlfriend and I cannot wait to return!
Written February 14, 2022
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Irina B
Baltimore49 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2021 • family
Honestly, I wish I could give this 3.5 stars but that's not an option. Food - The food was decent but not memorable. We felt like absolutely everything needed salt. Started with chicken dumplings and calamari. Both dipping sauces were exceptional but the actual calamari, while fried perfectly, needed seasoning and the chicken dumplings honestly were pretty bland without the yuzu sauce. I got the pork chop which was cooked perfectly and the sweet glaze and bacon lardon were yummy... Cabbage and turnips were Eh. Beef Ribs needed salt and more juice as did the potatoes with it. Butchers Cut Hanger Steak was again, cooked perfectly, but the fingerling potatoes had so much rosemary that you thought were eating pine and both the potatoes and broccolini needed seasoning. Blood Orange Margarita was decent enough but needed more acid to really be a margarita. Nothing on the dessert menu really spoke to us and we were in a bit of a rush so opted against it Highlight was our waitress. She was fun and funny... And besides getting a tad weeded towards the end of our meal when the place was packed was great. I'd go back if someone suggested it however wouldn't need to go again... Especially since I was there visiting my son at college and can be more selective.
Written December 3, 2021
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Cindy B
Thank you for your feedback. I am sorry we were unable to correct the issues while you were dining with us. I have discussed the details with our kitchen staff in hopes to correct future issues. I know they generally like to use caution when adding salt. Were you able to discuss details with the manager that evening? I hope you will give us another try and please feel free to contact me to discuss further. Cindy Billera 610-706-0100
Written December 9, 2021
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

oznnora2017
Allentown8 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2021 • none
After a bad luncheon experience with some friends ( waited 40 minutes for a table for which we had a reservation, left standing at the bar, no one even offered us a glass of iced tea), I decided to hold off reviewing 3501 until I ate dinner there. After all, staffing is difficult now. Let me begin by saying that this place is in our neighborhood and we used to eat there once a week before the lock-down. The food was always well-prepared and fresh. We ordered the tuna tartare, a favorite of ours. Instead of the usual melange of fresh tuna and veg, there was a small lump of decidedly old, smelly tuna on top of a pile of robocoupe'd mango and tomato.I couldn't eat it. Our entrees were indifferently prepared, our drinks took an eternity. I wish I knew what happened to this place!
Written September 10, 2021
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Fireplace
2 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2022 • none
Was excited to have dinner here again. Ordered the veal medallions with mashed potatoes instead of the barley. What was suppose to be a bourbon and fig Demi sauce tasted just like barbecue sauce. Barbecue sauce on veal and mashed potatoes. Ugh. I ordered the arugula salad which was wilted and had no taste. Totally dissatisfied. Waitress was terrific.
Written July 29, 2022
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Abuela0114
Sugar Land14 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2021 • family
My husband and I have been meeting our adult nieces, spouses and significant others for dinner for several years. It’s a halfway point for all of us and we’ve always enjoyed ourselves. Today’s visit was somewhat weird. When we arrived our nieces were at the bar enjoying their adult beverage of choice. I noticed that one of my nieces was having a martini and when I found out she was having a Cucumber martini (my favorite), I requested one as well. I was informed that they did not have any cucumber vodka. My niece noticed two bottles of cucumber vodka on a lower shelf. She was told by the bartender that she could not open those bottles. My question: why not? We’re they being reserved for “special” customers? If so they should have removed them from the bar. Needless to say I was extremely disappointed that I was not able to have my favorite martini while the cucumber vodka was clearly in sight. I’ve never had this happen to me before.
Written June 19, 2021
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DBLJAM
Allentown338 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2023 • couples
The food was just standard food service level you could get at any chain or hotel restaurant. The flavors were a bit plain as we commented on the lack of spices. And the atmosphere was that of a loud pub. The server was great. We wouldn’t eat here again.
Written January 28, 2023
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Itsloadsoffun
6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2024 • couples
We loved the dinner. The service was impeccable. The food was wonderful. And the ambiance was devine. We would love to have this restaurant close to home so we could enjoy it more often. The muse were very original and tasty. The crab cakes very tasty. The entrees (fish and meat) really good. We would come back often if closer to home.
Written August 22, 2024
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