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The Bayou

4.5

About this business

This Southern-inspired restaurant, run by two Lehigh Valley locals, makes dining out feel more like dining in as it cultivates a homey and comfortable atmosphere. Stop by to enjoy a meal family-style after ordering off the menu that features dishes in an array of sizes, to make sharing easier; sip on a custom cocktail featuring bourbon, flavored moonshine, or whiskey; and groove to live music on the heated patio. The Bayou has a limited number of tables, and fills up quickly every night of the week, so reservations are highl... read more

Location details

702 Hawthorne Rd, Bethlehem, PA, 18018, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Mike Lichtenberger 
8 years ago

Extraordinarily good - comfort food and hospitality at its best. 

Business response:

Thanks for the stellar review, Mike! We're delighted that you had such a great dining experience! It's wonderful that you enjoyed our delicious dishes and top-notch service. We're looking forward to sharing another mouthwatering meal with you soon! Have a lovely day! 

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Andrea Vitale Snyder 
8 years ago

Always love it there. It's become our July 4th tradition. Great food great drinks and great people. Thank you for a fun evening 

Business response:

Thank you for the fantastic review, Andrea! We're delighted your time with us was so amazing! It's excellent you had so much fun with us and enjoyed our mouthwatering dishes and drinks. We aim to please and your praise lets us know we're doing our job! We look forward to sharing another outstanding experience with you soon! Have a stellar day! 

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Jason Vallee 
8 years ago

My fav restaurant around. Shrimp and Grits awesome and the Chicken is a staple. 

Business response:

Thanks for the perfect review, Jason! We're delighted to hear that we're your favorite restaurant around! It's wonderful that you love our Shrimp and Grits along with the Chicken - that's what we like to hear! We can't wait to host you again soon for another mouthwatering meal! 

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Kathy Golden Frisch 
8 years ago

If you have ever been to New Orleans, you will be disappointed. Food was just par for the price. We were seated in the bar area but could not take advantage of happy hour??? 

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Tim Geho 
8 years ago

First time here. Got the BBQ shrimp and the collared greens. My Nana used to make her collards homemade, so I obviously can't make these the best I've ever had, but I'll put them at a second. Sweet tea was sweet with a nice mint after taste. Reminded me of visiting her down south. Definitely recommend, and we will definitely be returning. 

Business response:

Thanks for the 5/5 review, Tim! We're delighted to hear that you had an amazing dining experience with us! It's wonderful that you enjoyed your meal - the BBQ shrimp and collared greens are an excellent choice! We can't wait to host you again soon! Thanks for sharing and have a fantastic day! 

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Valerie Noble 
8 years ago

Very nice place great food and drinks, wait staff excellent 

Business response:

Thanks for the perfect review, Valerie! We strive to offer our guests quality service and delicious cuisine, so your praise lets us know we're doing our job. We can't wait to host you again soon for another mouthwatering meal! 

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Francine Reitz 
8 years ago

Was so looking forward to visiting for the first time- highly disappointed!!!!! The front staff was incredibly rude, unfriendly and completely dismissive. The waitress was friendlier but first it took an hour to get our meal then after asking if needed condiments, she never came back with it! Was planning to stay for dessert but after what was nearly a two hour meal during a non-peak time, we opted out of dessert and had decided we wouldn't be back. Our family spent hard earned (and a lot) of money and staff completely deval... read more

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Katie Heft 
8 years ago

Amazing! We have eaten here twice now and it has gotten better each time! The grilled peach salad is to die for and the crab cake is phenomenal! All 8 of us found something we loved. We came with a 2 year old, who loved his chicken tenders. We were so impressed that without asking our waitress told us what the kitchen would be able to provide for him to eat. The drinks are strong and delicious and the overall vibe is awesome. Highly recommend. We will be returning many times! 

Business response:

Thanks for the awesome review, Katie! We're so thrilled you had such great experiences with us! It's wonderful to hear you have enjoyed our delicious dishes. Our crab cake is a fan favorite! We look forward to hosting you many more times to come! Have a lovely day! 

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Adalee King 
8 years ago

Delicious!! The catfish tasted like my southern husband grandmother's... he's was beyond thrilled. 

Business response:

Thanks for your review, Adalee! We're beyond thrilled you enjoyed your time with us! It's fantastic to hear you enjoyed our delicious catfish. We aim to please! We can't wait to host you again soon! Have a lovely day! 

Frequently asked questions about The Bayou

How is The Bayou rated?

The Bayou has a 4.5 star rating with 3,415 reviews. 

When is The Bayou open?

The Bayou is closed now. It will open tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. 

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