Business Details
We opened Grumpy's BBQ in 2004, making us the Lehigh Valleys first authentic woodpit barbecue joint. Our kitchen has over 18 years of experience mastering Southern, Cajun, New Orleans, St. Louis, Carolinas, and TexMex flavors. We slowsmoke ribs, pork butt, brisket, and even seafood for up to twelve hours on real hickory wood to achieve deep, moist flavor. Our seasoned rubs are proprietary blends that have earned repeat praise from local food critics. We serve in a historic 1840s tavern on Mauch Chunk Road, blending rustic dcor with a relaxed bar atmosphere. We host live music every weekend, transforming our fireplace dining area into a stage for top regional bands.
We provide catering for private events, from picnics to weddings, with onsite cooking using our professional equipment. We maintain rigorous food safety standards, using only USDAapproved meats and meticulous temperature controls. We commit to customer satisfaction by offering full transparency in pricing and menu customization. We value community engagement, regularly updating our schedule and specials via email marketing. We continue to innovate while preserving the traditions that keep guests returning.
We provide catering for private events, from picnics to weddings, with onsite cooking using our professional equipment. We maintain rigorous food safety standards, using only USDAapproved meats and meticulous temperature controls. We commit to customer satisfaction by offering full transparency in pricing and menu customization. We value community engagement, regularly updating our schedule and specials via email marketing. We continue to innovate while preserving the traditions that keep guests returning.
Highlights and features
- We have 18+ years of authentic woodpit barbecue experience.
- We use proprietary spice blends that earn local critic praise.
- We slowsmoke meats up to twelve hours for unmatched tenderness.
- We cater events with onsite cooking and full service logistics.
- We maintain USDAapproved meats and rigorous temperature controls.
Services
Restaurant Bar & Events
Grumpy's Restaurant Bar & Events invites diners to experience hickorysmoked barbecue in a historic Allentown tavern. Our relaxed bar offers craft beverages while live music keeps patrons entertained through the night. This setting provides the ideal backdrop for private celebrations, corporate gatherings, and casual evenings.
Catering & Concession
Grumpy's Catering & Concession delivers onsite barbecue for weddings, picnics, and corporate events with 12 mobile units. Our seasoned staff prepares meats, sides, desserts, and beverages using professional equipment directly at the venue. We handle logistics, paper goods, and cleanup, ensuring guests enjoy authentic flavor without any hassle.
Worldly Q Food Truck
Worldly Q Food Truck brings Grumpy's signature hickorysmoked barbecue to streets and festivals across the region. The truck features a rotating menu of ribs, brisket, and specialty sandwiches, all prepared onthego for freshness. Customers enjoy a convenient, highquality dining experience that captures the spirit of our Allentown roots.
Live Events
Live Events at Grumpy's transform our fireplace dining area into a stage for top regional bands every weekend. Attendees enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with craft drinks, hickorysmoked dishes, and continuous music until midnight. This entertainment option enhances group gatherings, providing memorable experiences beyond traditional dining.
Reviews (7)
Linda Parker-Ventura
Jun 24, 2022
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Service was excellent. Food was very good and will definitely be back. We all were very pleased with our selections. The ribs did not disappoint. good size ribs, meat practically fell off the bone. Caesar dressing was awesome as was the baked beans & cornbread. Also shared an order of onion rings and they were a big hit. No complaints from anyone at the table. we're just sorry it took so long for us to finally try Grumpy's BBQ Roadhouse.
Charles W.
Apr 11, 2022
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First time here. Not only was there a great selection, but the food tasted great and the service was equally great. If I didn't live a hundred miles away I'd probably eat here often.
Yasmeen Lopez
Mar 11, 2022
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My company was on an outing and we stopped here for lunch! Let me tell you! The waitress Kristy( sorry if I misspelled it) made the dining experience even better. She made us feel right at home right away and was absolutely funny! If you have the humor ask for her! Trust me! You will not regret it! She had our whole table laughing out loud! Very attentive! Food was 10/10 waitress was 100/10! You guys are lucky to have her! Thanks Kristy!
Adam Tyrrell
Feb 14, 2022
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Freindly bar atmosphere that feels like home. My daughter asked several times "if people live here". The whole menu looked delicious so it took us a minute to decide. The waitress was very nice. I got a half a rack of ribs and 6 wings, my eyes were bigger then my stomach because I ate about half! It was all very good, I can understand how they got voted the best bar b que in the area! Definitely recommend to anyone who loves good bar b que!
Steve Almond
Feb 14, 2022
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Ridiculously good ribs and brisket served by great people at reasonable prices. This is the hidden gem you're been looking for! Rustic atmosphere is the perfect ambience for this place. For good food.highly recommended.
Tessa Miller
Jan 19, 2022
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The BBQ was excellent. Everything we ordered was excellent and well portioned. The staff were also very attentive and kind. Pricing was also awesome. It reminded me of one of the best BBQ places that I've ever been to which was in Atalanta, GA. It seemed as though they knew their regular customers by name. The small town vibes were a bonus.
Alexa Green
Jan 08, 2022
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Got take out and ordered extra cornbread with both of the meals and was charged for it but didn't receive it. Ordered my daughters burger well but it came medium, and was definitely a frozen patty. Kind of disappointing because we have ordered before and it's normally pretty good. But not ordering again. And you'd think for a bbq place they would have their own bbq sauce, but we got Heinz bbq sauce packets instead.
