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White Castle

Restaurant Fast food restaurant Hamburger restaurant American restaurant

One of the Most Revieweds in Allentown


Address

1280 MacArthur Rd, Whitehall, PA 18052

Website

www.whitecastle.com

Contact

(610) 433-1417

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

3.80 (4.2K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Sunday: 9 AM to 12 AM
  • Monday: 9 AM to 12 AM
  • Tuesday: 9 AM to 12 AM
  • Wednesday: 9 AM to 12 AM
  • Thursday: 9 AM to 3 AM
  • Friday: 9 AM to 3 AM
  • Saturday: 9 AM to 12 AM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: White (25) Castle (24) sliders (19) order (12) rings (10) burgers (9) good (9) clean (9) experience (9) delicious (8)
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  • 5/5 Iris R. 3 months ago on Google • 169 reviews New
    I don't eat burgers but I do white castle burgers once a year. This was my yearly visit and it was great. Those little burgers just hit the spot. Got cheeseburgers, onion rings , Mac and cheese nuggets . Even the lemonade was extra delicious this time. Never had the Mac and cheese bites but they were really good. Born and raised in the Bronx , these have always been the only cheeseburgers I eat. I'll be back next year!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jimmy C. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is 90 minutes from home and only make the trip once a year. This is my 5th years going and every time the dining area is clean and or someone actively cleaning. Bathroom was generally clean as well for the dead of lunch time. Staff are always hustling and have good experiences with them. They work hard back there. The food is classic White Castle but with everything else in 2022 and 2023 the prices are skyrocketing. The 20 crave case cheeseburgers with two fries and two large fountain drinks came to $40.88, a far cry from the days of $.25 sliders. Parking lot is easy access and clean as well.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Matt M. 1 year ago on Google
    For my birthday my friend and I drove an hour and a half just to get these sliders fresh and it was most definitely worth it. The service was great and the sliders were f'ing heavenly! I hope this place is around long enough for me to bring my grandkids. The perfect destination for a road trip with your loved ones.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cruzita N. 6 months ago on Google • 164 reviews
    2.5 hour drive. Daughter finally had sliders made without ketchup!! Nostalgic experience from childhood, priceless. This place has definitely improved since our last visit in 2014. Clean dining room. Interesting people and overall fun generic fast food experience.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jet B. 11 months ago on Google
    My family of four was in the area and decided to stop at the White Castle in White Hall for dinner. Unfortunately, the lobby was closed for an employee event, so we went through the drive-through. It was easy to place our order, and they have a decent amount of options, including chicken and waffles sliders, impossible sliders, and chicken rings. I was happy to get a vanilla root beer. I love flavors with my drinks. Everything was hot and fresh and delicious. Despite it being a large order and having an event inside, everything was correct. Thank you to the staff for a job well done.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 B 2 years ago on Google
    My buddy and I drove an hour and a half just for these tasty little burgers. They have not ONE but TWO VEGAN OPTIONS. The dr praegers veggie is insane, and the impossible slider with those delectable little fried onions Mmmm mmmmm does not disappoint. Can’t wait to make another trip.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Mary C. 6 months ago on Google • 635 reviews
    I love the little burgers but my husband hated them. I really like the cheddar rings. The onion rings are a new kind of awful and should just be removed from the menu entirely so no one in the future is subjected to them again! They have a coke freestyle machine which is cool. The interior is very outdated and not very clean. Also I'd say they're kinda pricey for the quality. I might love them but I know that's solely due to having them in my childhood. If I tried them for the first time as an adult I'll admit I'd probably never be back.

  • 5/5 Evelyn A. 5 months ago on Google • 6 reviews
    You may be wondering “how could White Castle get 5 stars?” Well I will tell you why: On my way home from a trip at 12 am the only place that was open was White Castle. Never having tried it aside from the Walmart version I decided why not? White Castle is the oldest burger franchise debuting in 1921. Who wouldn’t love an establishment that has spent 100+ years making sliders right? Needless to say the two gentleman that were working this place on their own were polite, professional and my food was hot. Perfect for the drive home and mess free. The sliders had pickles, cheese, onions and they even had ketchup per request (unless they already come with that then that’s great). None of these elements overpowered the patty or each other. They were delicious! 100% will be back again probably with an entire paycheck just because they were worth the wait and drive. I also got the cheesy rings and even though my gut said no, my heart was in cheesy ring heaven.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cori F. 1 year ago on Google
    Major issues trying to use a "mobile order only" coupon but the people in thos location were super awesome. When you're craving White Castle, you get it.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael C. 2 years ago on Google
    What can I say, its a classic. I don't live near one so I tried a bit of everything. I would say the sliders and fish nuggets were the best items I tried. In door dining was unimpressive and looked dated but thats not why you go there. I got the crave box of 30 sliders and shared with my family and everyone said they were really good, and I know they meant it because they ate practically all the sliders.. lol. Give this place a try if you're in the area.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Chris L. 4 months ago on Google • 146 reviews
    The food was all it should be, but the fries portion was a bit lacking. The wait was a bit on the long side.

  • 5/5 Alexander M. 3 months ago on Google • 84 reviews New
    Personally, I haven't ever been to White Castle, but I am glad that this one was my first! Everyone was super friendly, and the service was quick. I ordered on their (very outdated looking) mobile app, and came inside and everything was ready. I was able to add things on when I got there, and they were accommodating. The food was warm, and stayed warm during the car ride, and everything is so cheap- definitely will return!

  • 5/5 Wayne K. 9 months ago on Google • 55 reviews
    It was very clean and organized. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The food was good. There was no long wait. Prices were comparable to other fastfood restaurants. Really enjoyed my first visit

  • 5/5 Picasso 1 year ago on Google • 43 reviews
    Awesome, delicious and delectable. White Castle never disappoints. The food is always fresh and hot. Here is a fun fact if you watch Saturday Night Fever with John Travolta you will see filming at a white castles in Brooklyn on 94th Street and 4th Avenue. Which was my first experience with White Castle.

  • 3/5 Steven R. 2 months ago on Google • 10 reviews New
    Well kept location with what appears to be a staffing issue as it took 10 minutes to receive my order with no customers inside the building and maybe one or two cars in the drive-thru. Food was excellent and consistent with other locations I have visited. Overall a good experience but wish they had more staff to keep food flowing in a timely manner.

  • 5/5 Paul M. 5 months ago on Google
    I've been coming here for quite some time and have always been impressed with the service and cleanliness of the establishment. On this occasion, though, I was very disappointed. I walked in and went to the counter to place my order. I noticed many patrons standing around with unpleasant looks on the faces. I immediately realized why. I literally stood there for 5 minutes waiting to place my order. The cashier walked past me and just kept talking with her coworkers. Laughing away while I stood there waiting. Other patrons began to ask where their orders were , and it was obvious they were doing a delivery. Finally, she walked over and asked me if I ordered yet, and I replied No. She then placed my order. I gotta admit, the wait after that was short, and the food was fresh. I just hope if I ever go back, that girl (heavy set blonde) is not there.

  • 5/5 Joshua K. 4 months ago on Google
    Ah, White Castle, the gastronomic theater where the saga unfolds, starring yours truly as the intrepid epicurean protagonist. Picture this culinary odyssey: a quest for those elusive, square-shaped treasures – the legendary sliders. As I, Josh, embark on this gastronomic escapade, the aroma of sizzling onions and seasoned patties wafts through the air, setting the stage for a savory symphony. The journey unfolds with the anticipation of a blockbuster, each slider representing a plot twist more enticing than the last. Enter the Castle of White, a fast-food fortress guarded by the mystical Crave Case. It's a cinematic moment as I approach the counter, armed with an appetite and a determination to conquer the slider spectacle. The cashier, a culinary oracle, takes my order – the key to unlocking the flavorful narrative. The sliders, like protagonists in a comedy of flavors, make their grand entrance, revealing layers of comedic relief in the form of pickles, onions, and that oh-so-secretive special sauce. Each bite is a punchline, a burst of umami humor that resonates with my taste buds. Amidst the tableaux of sliders and fries, I, the valiant eater, face challenges that test my capacity for delight. The plot thickens with each sip of the fizzy elixir, adding effervescent levity to the storyline. And let's not forget the crinkle-cut fries – the unsung heroes of this gastronomic epic. As the credits roll, and my stomach attains a level of satisfaction akin to a cinematic climax, I reflect on the journey through White Castle. It's not just a meal; it's a blockbuster experience where the protagonist (that's me, Josh) conquers hunger with a triumphant belch, marking the end of a comedic and delicious saga. Fade out on the satisfied grin of a protagonist who, against all odds, conquered the crave-worthy quest at White Castle.

  • 2/5 Amanda H. 9 months ago on Google
    Classic White Castle… tastes like they need to change their fryer oil. They have posted advertisements on the walls, but don’t give you the price as advertised. And if you question them about it, all they can say is, “You gotta take it up with corporate.”

  • 4/5 S R. 11 months ago on Google
    It was my first time at a white castle and it didn't disappoint. I'm actually sorry excited I got to enjoy a real white castle from the actual place

  • 5/5 Ross W. 10 months ago on Google
    My son has been asking to go to a White Castle for years. We don't have any near where we live, so while on vacation we stopped at this location. This was a great first White Castle experience. The employees were friendly, the dining area was clean, and the food was delicious. We got the sliders, chicken rings, fries, and milkshakes. Everything was devoured quickly.

  • 4/5 Liam Theo S. 11 months ago on Google
    This is a pretty nice location for White Castle. The interior is actually clean with plenty of spots to sit. The staff was helpful and kind.

  • 4/5 Michelle A. 1 year ago on Google
    Food was hot & yummy! Fountain drink machine was perfect. Food was served fast and hot. Not bad for a first time experience.

  • 5/5 Kerry M. 10 months ago on Google
    White Castle has been one of my favorite places to eat since childhood. I truly wish there was a location closer to me but the trip here was worth it. The place was clean, employees were friendly and were quick to make the 100 sliders I ordered. Chicken rings were also very tasty. Overall my experience was great. Thank you White Castle!

  • 5/5 Amy C. 11 months ago on Google
    Good quick bite. Never been so we took a drive. Def better fresh verses the frozen ones but not amazing. Maybe we hit them on a bad day. We will try again. Nice little scenic drive tho.

  • 1/5 Chanel S. 1 year ago on Google
    Maybe I had high expectations, so many people seem to love it. The fries even tasted freezer burnt. The burgers were disgusting and didn't taste like real meat. I must admit the mozzarella sticks were ok. My friend drive almost two hours to get here as she grew up on it and loves it. Maybe it brings back good memories cause that was some bull.

  • 4/5 J P. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice place, good food. Service wasn't bad. A little dirty but nothing concerning. Just reminded me of any McDonalds except the burgers are small.

  • 5/5 Artoghrul I. 1 year ago on Google
    I always wanted to visit a White Castle, probably more than any good place in the world. I was not disappointed at all! An S tier place and was so happy that it was a great experience! The food is really delicious, I love their tiny sliders. It’s also very cheap, despite the inflation. Definitely give White Castle a shot!

  • 5/5 Truu 1 year ago on Google
    They had closed tha lobby but tha young man working heard me out and let me in! I TOTALLY cheated this week with White Castle...a childhood confidant and it was WORTH IT! If you gonna do it do it good!

  • 3/5 Chrys K. 1 year ago on Google
    Sliders we're hot and delicious but there was no salt on the fries or onion rings. No napkins or any condiments in the lobby or offered at the counter.

  • 5/5 John Q. 1 year ago on Google
    I am so excited to move to Allentown, only to find the lone White Castle in Pennsylvania. Growing up in Ohio, they were everywhere. Not in Western pa...already had cheeseburger sliders and a shake so thick it took a half hour to get it through the straw! Bravo!!!

  • 5/5 Evelyn “Evy” R. 1 year ago on Google
    Easily accessible from main road, clean, plenty of space to sit and enjoy your purchase. Food was served fresh, hot, and presented nicely. Workers are very polite.

  • 4/5 "eye's only" b. 1 year ago on Google
    First visit. You order what you see in their picture, but that's not what you get. You have to order any condiments separately. All the order taker wants to know is if you want a large order. Fries were under cooked and the roll melted i to the thin burger . Not impressed

  • 2/5 Wayne W. 2 years ago on Google
    Don't know why everybody raves about this place. Sliders were no better than a McDonald's cheeseburger at best and the onion rings were mushy. Burger King's onion rings are much better. Very disappointed. Will try it one more time when I get back to that area in case that was a bad day but I don't have a lot of hope in it being better.

  • 1/5 Joe M. 2 years ago on Google
    I don't understand when they're supposed to make the burgers fresh that the burgers could be dry, stale bread like they've been sitting around. Also the fries were very cold. Disappointing

  • 5/5 Jay K. 2 years ago on Google
    I love this place. Wish there was one in marlton. Best value for your buck. Love the tiny delicate onion topped sliders.

  • 5/5 Kurt C. 2 years ago on Google
    I literally drive a half hour from my house to eat at this place. I mean, if you've been to a White Castle before, there really aren't any surprises here.. but sometimes you're just in the mood for it. And when you are, it's amazing.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Drive-through

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