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Lehigh Valley Style

July 2026

"Head on down to neighborhood staple

Jay's Local in Allentown's West End and

treat yourself to a Local Freeze."

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Hakol Lehigh Valley

June 2026

"Jay's Local in Allentown was recently named

the first Blue Zones Project-approved restaurant

in the Lehigh Valley."

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WFMZ 69News

5/27/26

‘New name, more hours, same great taste!’:

Score ‘serious cheesesteaks’ in Allentown once again

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West End Living

Spring 2026

Neighborhood Eatery Earns Distinction

for Health and Wellness

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PBS39 | Lehigh Valley Public Media

4/7/26

"From fresh ingredients to feel-good food, see how Jay’s Local is serving up health and flavor in every bite."

The Morning Call

10/15/25

Lehigh Valley insider’s guide:

5 breakfast spots with unique dishes

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LehighValleyNews.com

10/4/25

"Jay’s Local on Liberty Street is the region’s first Blue Zone-approved restaurant, which recognizes its role as a gathering space in the West side and its recent push to offer more nutritious options to diners."

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WFMZ 69News

9/30/25

"Jay's Local receives Blue Zones distinction for

promoting healthy lifestyle"

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Lehigh Valley Style

9/1/25

"Chopsteaks Pop-Up At Jay's Local"

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The Morning Call

7/24/25

"Jay’s Local and Chopsteaks bring

cheesesteaks to Allentown"

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WFMZ 69News

7/24/25

"Partners aiming to serve up 'Lehigh Valley's

best new cheesesteak"

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The Rising Tide Community Loan Fund

6/18/25

"...the owner of Jay’s Local, Lyell Scherline, welcomed Paranormal Pizza into the Allentown restaurant space for pop-ups on Fridays and Sundays"

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LehighValleyNews.com

11/8/24

"Paranormal Pizza rises from the grave

with help from Jay's Local"

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Lehigh Valley Style

9/29/24

Check out our very own Chef Anthony's feature in Lehigh Valley Style Magazine, which includes his recipe for pasta al limon e peperoncino.

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WFMZ 69News

9/21/24

"Cheese All That is the latest pop-up venture to set up operations at Jay’s Local, which has been hosting pop-up shops since 2019."

LehighValleyNews.com

8/21/24

"In Allentown, Jay's Local will launch its fall specialty drinks Sept. 17. The shop will feature its pumpkin brulée latte with its house-made maple brulée chips"

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The Morning Call

6/7/24

"200 pop-ups, 4 years, 1 cafe: How a small neighborhood cafe is helping launch more restaurants, retailers in the Lehigh Valley."

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The Morning Call

4/20/24

"Cafe23 is the most recent pop-up eatery to take residence at Jay’s Local in Allentown’s West End, under its Pop-Up & Kitchen Takeover Program."

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WFMZ 69 News

4/20/24

'So happy': New Allentown pop-up eatery is a dream turned reality for Emmaus mom

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Lehigh Valley Style

4/10/24

Celebrate National Grilled Cheese Day

with These Valley Favorites

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Lehigh Valley Business

3/2/22

"Jay’s Local and Jenny’s Kuali pairing up for pop-up restaurant event."

Lehigh Valley Style

11/15/21

"Indulge in a Pumpkin Brûlée Latte

from Jay's Local."

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WFMZ 69 News

12/30/20

"Allentown restaurant prepared to continue to adapt as indoor dining resumes next week."

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WFMZ 69 News

11/13/20

"Lehigh Valley small businesses team up for coffee pop-up shop."

Lehigh Valley Style

10/28/20

"Jay's Local Honors Beloved Allentown Attorney and Philanthropist Jay Scherline."

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Lehigh Valley Style

4/2/20

"Enjoy Healthy Options and Variety at

Jay's Local in Allentown."

The Morning Call

3/3/20

Restaurant review: "Jay’s Local capitalizes on location, caters to Muhlenberg students, staff."

WFMZ 69News

Signature Dish

1/29/20

"Jay's Local offers oatmeal sundae, other creative dishes."

The Muhlenberg Weekly

11/7/19

"Grab yourself a milkshake, play a game from the game corner and take in the warm environment that is Jay’s Local."

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The Morning Call

10/16/19

"Fresh fare abounds at new Jay’s Local eatery in Allentown."

Lehigh Valley Business

8/16/19

"Planned Allentown eatery asks nearby college students for input."

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The Morning Call

"Fast-casual eatery focusing on 'high quality local fare' opening soon at former Cafe Frais in Allentown's West End."

8/13/19

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The Muhlenberg Weekly

2/28/19

"Cafe Frais property to be bought by local real estate developer."

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