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As of July 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 18 restaurants in Bethlehem, PA by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is Apollo Grill with a 4.7-star rating from 1,856 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 83/100. Also in the top tier: McCarthy's Red Stag Pub and Whiskey Bar and The Melting Pot of Bethlehem. The average rating across all listed restaurants in Bethlehem is 4.4 stars from 1,110 reviews per business on average.
Restaurants in Bethlehem range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).
Rankings updated July 4, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
Best Overall
The Wooden Match
The Wooden Match stands out for its refined farm-to-table cuisine and intimate ambiance, earning top marks from critics and diners alike.
Most Reviewed
The Bayou
A high review count signals strong word-of-mouth and consistent customer approval, making it a reliable choice for first-time visitors.
Reservations are recommended at The Wooden Match on weekends, while The Bayou offers a lively, casual atmosphere perfect for groups; check each restaurant's hours and specials online before visiting.
Local Market Snapshot
18
Businesses listed
4.4★
Avg rating
1,110
Avg reviews
Jul 4, 2026
Last updated
Top Rated Restaurants
Highly rated Bethlehem restaurant with 4.7 stars from over 1,800 reviews.
85 W Broad St, Bethlehem, PA 18018, USAPraised by thousands of diners, this Bethlehem restaurant holds a strong 4.6-star rating.
534 Main St, Bethlehem, PA 18018, USAThis locally cherished restaurant maintains a 4.6-star rating from 1,697 reviews.
1 E Broad St Ste 100, Bethlehem, PA 18018, USARestaurants Rankings in Bethlehem, PA
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Apollo Grill85 W Broad St, Bethlehem, PA 18018, USA | 4.7★ | 1,856 |
| #2 | McCarthy's Red Stag Pub and Whiskey Bar534 Main St, Bethlehem, PA 18018, USA | 4.6★ | 2,111 |
| #3 | The Melting Pot of Bethlehem1 E Broad St Ste 100, Bethlehem, PA 18018, USA | 4.6★ | 1,697 |
| #4 | Thyme Rooftop Grille100 Northampton St, Easton, PA 18042, USA | 4.3★ | 533 |
| #5 | 1741 on the Terrace | Historic Hotel BethlehemHotel Bethlehem, 437 Main St, Bethlehem, PA 18018, USA | 4.3★ | 113 |
| #6 | The Wooden Match61 W Lehigh St, Bethlehem, PA 18018, USA | 4.3★ | 1,379 |
| #7 | Urban Table77 Wind Creek Blvd, Bethlehem, PA 18015, USA | 4.1★ | 1,081 |
| #8 | Flying Pig Tavern & Tap - Bethlehem1313 Center St, Bethlehem, PA 18018, USA | 4.4★ | 394 |
| #9 | Fegley's Bethlehem Brew Works559 Main St #101, Bethlehem, PA 18018, USA | 4.3★ | 1,950 |
| #10 | Billy's Downtown Diner10 E Broad St, Bethlehem, PA 18018, USA | 4.4★ | 1,519 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated July 2026
All Restaurants in Bethlehem
Consistently rated 4.3 stars from over 500 Google reviews.
100 Northampton St, Easton, PA 18042, USA
Known for consistent quality with a solid 4.3-star rating from over 100 Google reviews.
Hotel Bethlehem, 437 Main St, Bethlehem, PA 18018, USA
Consistently rated 4.3 stars by over 1,300 Google reviewers.
61 W Lehigh St, Bethlehem, PA 18018, USA
A solid 4.1-star rating from over one thousand local Google reviews.
77 Wind Creek Blvd, Bethlehem, PA 18015, USA
Praised by hundreds of locals, this restaurant holds a solid 4.4-star rating.
1313 Center St, Bethlehem, PA 18018, USA
Consistently rated 4.3 stars across nearly 2,000 Google reviews.
559 Main St #101, Bethlehem, PA 18018, USA
4.4 stars from over 1,500 Google reviews, reflecting consistent local satisfaction.
10 E Broad St, Bethlehem, PA 18018, USA
A popular local spot, earning a strong 4.6-star rating from over 450 reviews.
530 E 3rd St, Bethlehem, PA 18015, USA
Consistently rated 4.5 stars across hundreds of Google reviews from local diners.
77 Wind Creek Blvd Suite 101, Bethlehem, PA 18015, USA
This Bethlehem restaurant earns a solid 4.4★ from 2,763 Google reviews.
702 Hawthorne Rd, Bethlehem, PA 18018, USA
Consistently rated 4.3 stars from over 1,600 Google reviews.
500 Main St, Bethlehem, PA 18018, USA
Solid 4.4-star rating from nearly 1,000 Google reviews.
74 W Broad St Suite 220, Bethlehem, PA 18018, USA
Featuring over 1,000 reviews with a consistent 4.3-star average rating.
306 S New St, Bethlehem, PA 18015, USA
Rated 4.8 stars from 73 Google reviews, diners praise this Bethlehem restaurant's exceptional quality.
216 E Broad St, Bethlehem, PA 18018, USA
Rated 4.8 stars from 315 Google reviews, this restaurant is highly praised.
22 W Broad St, Bethlehem, PA 18018, USA
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Restaurants in Bethlehem, PA — Compared
| # | Business | RNM Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Apollo Grill | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 1,856 |
| 2 | McCarthy's Red Stag Pub and Whiskey Bar | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 2,111 |
| 3 | The Melting Pot of Bethlehem | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 1,697 |
| 4 | Thyme Rooftop Grille | 76/100 | 4.3 ★ | 533 |
| 5 | 1741 on the Terrace | Historic Hotel Bethlehem | 72/100 | 4.3 ★ | 113 |
| 6 | The Wooden Match | 76/100 | 4.3 ★ | 1,379 |
| 7 | Urban Table | 73/100 | 4.1 ★ | 1,081 |
| 8 | Flying Pig Tavern & Tap - Bethlehem | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 394 |
| 9 | Fegley's Bethlehem Brew Works | 76/100 | 4.3 ★ | 1,950 |
| 10 | Billy's Downtown Diner | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 1,519 |
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