Molinari’s

At this South Side Bethlehem star, dinner is nothing less than a transcendent edible experience where there’s no such thing as an afterthought. Every piece of pasta is a handmade silky wonder, thanks to a finely-tuned dough recipe inspired by the chef’s culinary journey to Piemonte; each crispy Neapolitan pizza is crowned with a different cheese, offering a unique flavor profile. Elements of each plate are grown by the local landscape, so the offerings are refreshed every harvest with a savory spread of the season. The culinary team teases flavor out of the freshest ingredients, harmoniously highlighting the menu with complementary notes that create meals as soulful as they are luxurious.

Insider Tip: As the only family- owned Lehigh Valley restaurant to receive a prestigious Wine Spectator Award of Excellence in the area, this is the place to try something new. The wine list is a comprehensive tasting map of Italy’s vines, where every selection is deliberate and has earned its spot.

Did You Know? “Where your hunger has a heart” is what the sign above the door reads. That’s because the goal isn’t just to feed the guests inside—it’s to make sure everyone has something to eat. The restaurant’s profits are donated to both local and global food relief charities.