Jimmie Kramer's Peanut Bar And Restaurant

One Warm Welcome...not from the area, found this place open on a Monday night. I had no idea of its history or anything about the place. A timeless feel to the interior, warm wood character 50s charm, I could feel this place had a lot of history but didn 't realize a Reading PA celebrated legend. The bartender/owner my Server we 're kind, accommodating and very informative...a slower night. Served up with their menu with a narrative on the history of the establishment in a nutshell . The menu offered a nice variety from Seafood, Italian, German, Steaks, Burgers and much more. Seems like a Hot Spot with plenty going on, warm vibes, great peeps good food to serve up for generations to come!

One of the best experiences I've ever had at a restaurant. We came for a graduation celebration and were greeted with custom menus with the graduate's name. Sabrina brought such a sense of joy and passion to our table, and her recommendations were spot on for every course. The food coming out of the kitchen was easily a bright star in the Reading area, with each dish coming out perfectly. From wiener schnitzel to seared ahi tuna, there was not a disappointing bite throughout the meal. Desserts were a perfect complement to our entrees, and the touch of having the graduate's name written in chocolate was the attention to detail you rarely see these days. It's very easy to see why this restaurant has been around for 98 years, and I wouldn't be surprised to see it around for another 98.

Service was not good. The food was average at best. The crab cake had my dates stomach a little messed up to be honest. I asked for my steak to be med-rare and it came out rare and cold. Honestly, I don't plan on going back again. I feel bad because it used to be a good restaurant/bar to eat and drink at, I'm unsure of what happened and when it happened.

Reading PA Institution, the famous peanut bar where roasted in the shell peanuts are offered free for all patrons, and shells discarded on the floor, have in recent years buys their menu and taken on a Prohibition theme, since they had many prior locations during those years when they were a bit of a speakeasy. Award-winning wings delicious salads, much American Fare, however they no longer serve an old favorite of mine the Middle Eastern platter. Still, it was a fantastic dining experience, and they even have some cocktail suggestions which have a Prohibition theme. History of Reading and Berks and the peanut bar itself displayed on the video screens where television is not displayed. Portraits of Jimmy and Annie Kramer and more recent owners also prominently featured. Famous and quality restaurant with a near 100-year history.

Had a private room, which was perfect size for our party. It was comfortable and we could converse easily. Everyone enjoyed their food, and our server was friendly and attentive.