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The Bayou

4.5 stars based on 2424 ratings Today's hours: 12-8:30 pm Add a review

American restaurant, Bar & grill, Southern restaurant (US)

About

The Bayou offers a delightful blend of Southern comfort and American grill fare in Bethlehem. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and eclectic menu, patrons rave about the cornbread and the hearty jambalaya. The welcoming space features brick walls and a cozy bar, perfect for solo diners or family gatherings. With fast service and expertly crafted cocktails, it’s an ideal spot for lunch, dinner, or brunch. Accessible to all, The Bayou stands out as a proud Black-owned establishment dedicated to great food and inclusive dining.

Best in Bethlehem

Contact Info

  • Location: 702 Hawthorne Rd, Bethlehem, PA 18018
  • Phone: (610) 419-6669

Opening hours

  • Monday: 12-8:30 pm
  • Tuesday: 12-8:30 pm
  • Wednesday: 12-8:30 pm
  • Thursday: 12-8:30 pm
  • Friday: 12-9 pm
  • Saturday: 12-9 pm
  • Sunday: 11 am-8 pm

Other Business Hours

Takeout hours

  • Monday: 12-7:30 pm
  • Tuesday: 12-7:30 pm
  • Wednesday: 12-7:30 pm
  • Thursday: 12-7:30 pm
  • Friday: 12-8:30 pm
  • Saturday: 12-8:30 pm
  • Sunday: 12-7:30 pm

Brunch hours

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: Closed
  • Friday: Closed
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: 12-3 pm

Happy hours

  • Monday: 4-6 pm
  • Tuesday: 4-6 pm
  • Wednesday: 4-6 pm
  • Thursday: 4-6 pm
  • Friday: Closed
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed

Food and drink

Food & drink
Food & drink
The vibe at The Bayou
Vibe
Chicken sandwich
Chicken sandwich
Macaroni
Macaroni
Shrimp and grits
Shrimp and grits
Chicken and waffles
Chicken and waffles
Arancini
Arancini
Chicken Wings
Chicken Wings
Fried chicken
Fried chicken
Grits
Grits
Beignet
Beignet
Iced tea
Iced tea
French fries
French fries
Image by owner
By owner

Menus and Prices

The Bayou menu and prices
Menu #2
Menu #3
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Services

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Identifies as Black-owned
  • Outdoor seating
  • Kerbside pickup
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Fast service
  • Great cocktails
  • Great dessert
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Happy-hour food
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Wine
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Bar on site
  • Toilets
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Trendy
  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safe space
  • University students
  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations
  • Usually a wait
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu
  • Free of charge street parking
  • Free parking lot
  • Plenty of parking
  • Dogs allowed outside

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