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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
4.53,415 reviews
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Melissa Hayden 
8 years ago

Celebrated our 22nd wedding anniversary. Was perfect, great food, comfortable dining and helpful staff. 

Business response:

Thanks for the 5/5 rating, Melissa! We're thrilled your time with us was so wonderful! We aim to please and your praise lets us know we're doing our job! We look forward to sharing another amazing experience with you soon! Have a stellar day! 

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Sarah McCauley 
8 years ago

The food was amazing and incredibly fresh. Atmosphere is so much fun, you really get that Louisiana feel. Mixed drinks are not lacking on the alcohol, you get your money's worth. Etoufee was delicious; the shrimp was so fresh and carolina rice was the perfect compliment. Husband loved the brisket po boy. Beignets...mouth watering. We WILL be back!!! 

Business response:

Thank you for the fantastic review, Sarah! We're delighted you had such a wonderful experience with us! We love sharing our passion for fresh and delicious food with our guests and your praise lets us know we're succeeding! We look forward to hosting you again soon so we can share another amazing experience with you soon! Have a stellar day! 

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Gerry Bagley 
8 years ago

Great staff & gumbo. Chicken over cooked which I'm sure is not the norm. 

Business response:

Thank you for the 4/5 rating, Gerry! We're thrilled you enjoyed your time with us so much! We strive for excellence so we look forward to sharing an even better experience with you soon! Have a lovely day! 

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Scott Buden 
8 years ago

Nice change of pace from the traditional restaurants in the Bethlehem area. The Clams, ribs, and shrimp small plates are a must try. 

Business response:

Thanks for the 4-star rating, Scott! We're happy your time with us was so lovely! It's excellent you enjoyed our mouthwatering dishes so much. That's what we like to see! We look forward to hosting you again soon so we can share an even better experience with you soon! Have a lovely day! 

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Kurt Sauer 
8 years ago

The atmosphere is awesome, service is top notch and the food is great. I unfortunately suffered a food allergy from what ever they put on the corn muffins which destroyed the rest of my day. 

Business response:

Thanks for the 4/5 rating, Kurt. We're happy you enjoyed our delicious food and stellar ambiance. It's lovely our team took such great care of you. That's what we like to see. We're deeply disappointed you had such challenges after dining with us. We strive for excellence so we look forward to sharing an even better experience with you soon. Have a great day. 

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Lauren Anne 
8 years ago

The Bayou is always an amazing experience. Their food is always consistent and their staff is always knowledgeable and professional. Anytime we have friends or family in town, we know we can blow them away with the Bayou. 

Business response:

Thank you for the wonderful review, Lauren! It's fantastic you had such an amazing experience with us! We strive to offer top-notch service alongside our mouthwatering dishes. Your praise lets us know we're doing our job! We look forward to hosting you again soon! Have a lovely day! 

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Donna J. Hart Simard 
8 years ago

Good food, drinks amazing, staff...excellant! Always a great experience! 

Business response:

Thank you for the excellent review, Donna! We're delighted your time with us was so amazing! We aim to please and your praise lets us know we're doing our job! We look forward to hosting you again soon for another outstanding experience! Have a fantastic day! 

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Lisa Johnson 
8 years ago

Very good food. Great atmosphere and lot of food for the price. Definitely be going back!! 

Business response:

Thanks for the excellent review, Lisa! We're thrilled your time with us was so fantastic! We aim to please and your praise lets us know we're doing our job! We look forward to hosting you again soon! Have a stellar day! 

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Sarah Molinaro 
8 years ago

We were there to celebrate our anniversary and as we remembered from the last time we ate there the mac and cheese was superb. The portions are plentiful, cocktails were made perfectly, pricing is fair our only complaint is that it was a bit loud; honesty the noice level bothered my husband not me, so all is good. 

Business response:

Thank you for the 4-star rating, Sarah! We're thrilled you had such a wonderful experience with us and that we could help you celebrate such a special occasion. It's excellent you enjoyed our mouthwatering dishes and drinks. That's what we like to see! We look forward to sharing an even better experience with you soon! Have a beautiful 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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