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dining out in the valley Gourmet
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By Linda Doell

The humble burger takes the spotlight at the Bell Hall to the rich history of Allentown and a serious craft
restaurant in Allentown. No longer regulated to the beer program,” says owner Jeff Brown. “Bell Hall is a
kids menu, Bell Hall sends the burger to a new level with quintessential American burger joint, reimagined for the
gourmet toppings like white truffle aioli, smoked gouda discerning diner. Bell Hall’s gourmet burgers are ground
and avocado. fresh daily, plump, juicy 8 oz. burgers on a toasted
Step into Bell Hall and see the homage paid to the brioche-style bun. We feature 16 delicious and satisfying
history of the Valley and the nation — it takes its name gourmet burgers from the comforting ‘Old Hickory’ with
from its location, next to the Liberty Bell Museum — but cheddar, House BBQ and thick-cut bacon to the more
with a firm eye to the future of cuisine and craft beer. complex ‘Mission Bell’ with avocados, caramelized onions
The 303-seat restaurant debuted in October 2015 in the and smoked gouda with pepper aioli.”
former Schoen’s furniture building at 612 W. Hamilton St.
“Bell Hall is about approachable cuisine in a unique The restaurant’s décor features exposed brick walls,
setting, intuitive service, elevated décor that speaks refurbished hardwood floors and 100 framed photos of bells.
The 14-seat bar features a zinc top and serves around 80