Johnny's Drive-In
2722 Easton Avenue
Bethlehem, PA 18017
610-865-9999
Hours: M-Sat 11a-9p; Sun: Closed
Johnny's Drive-In. An unassuming yet intriguing exterior is sure to provide a satisfying experience. After a long-time recommendation from a friend who knows we enjoy gyros, we finally took the 
opportunity to visit. On a Friday evening, there was a steady stream of local customers who seemed to be regulars. While the menu provides a wide array of classic American options (cheeseburger, cheese steak, chicken fingers), we went to our preferred and recommended: "the New York Gyro" ($6.15), topped with lettuce, tomato, onion and tzatsiki sauce. Our sides included french fries (large: $2.99) and a greek salad (small: $4.59).
While we waited, we overheard someone raving about the gyros. He visited another city and ordered a gyro while out to dinner. He then proceeded to tell the owner of this restaurant: "If you want to learn how to make a gyro, go to Johnny's gyros. They're the best I've ever had!" This was an encouraging validation of our imminent meal.
We enjoyed our sides: greek salad, topped with a stuffed grape leaf and black olives and generous portion of french fries. However the highlight was the delicious gyro, definitely of the best we've had in the Lehigh Valley & Beyond. Perfect temperature of fresh meat and pita and ideal amount of accompanied tzatsiki sauce.
Another asset of Johnny's is its personable ownership, who were working hard, while greeting and serving their customers. While there is limited seating and most seem to come in for take-out, the environment was bright, clean and inviting. Now that we've been to Johnny's, it will be at the top of our list when asked where to go for the best gyros in LV & B.
E-Z Bagels
Fairmount Village Shopping Center
7001 Route 309
Coopersburg, PA 18036
Hours: Mon-Sun 6:30a-6:30p
Every town needs a good bagel shop. This was confirmed during our time living in one of New York City's boroughs. There was no lack of deli or store to complete a morning routine of coffee and a bagel and cream cheese or egg sandwich. We have missed this since returning to Pennyslvania 10 years ago. It is like a dream come true to have a bagel shop in our own small town!
This is not just any bagel shop. Easy to miss nestled in one of the Coop's shopping centers, it sells bagels, New York style, hand rolled and boiled in water. There is a 
difference. This is the secret to a superior bagel. E-Z Bagels is a second location for its owner, also operating one in Bethlehem. Previously working under one of the Lehigh Valley's best and most popular bagel shops, Johnny's Bagels, he started his own business in 2011 and is now enhancing Coopersburg with a new option for breakfast, lunch or an early dinner.
Bagel selections are classic, such as pumpernickel, plain, egg, cinnamon raisin, everything, and a tasty honey wheat option. Menu items include bagel and cream cheese (intriguing flavored options: honey walnut, veggie, herb garlic, bacon scallion, olive, jalapeno) or a variety of breakfast sandwiches ($3.50-$4.50) and omelettes ($5.99-$6.99).
E-Z bagels expands beyond bagels. The wide menu appeals to a basic American appetite (Philly cheesesteak, Reuben,
"The Mike," "The Coopersburg" $5.99-6.99) or adventurous customers who
enjoy a Mediterranean flare. I look forward to an opportunity to
return to experience their grilled kabobs ($6.99), gyro ($6.99), falafel ($6.99) or fava bean pita ($5.99)
Not only do we have a new lunch location right in town, but we look forward to many more morning routines of bagels & coffee to enjoy in the clean, peaceful atmosphere or to take home and share with friends.
