
About 501 Bar and Lounge
Welcome to 501 Bar and Lounge, a beloved Reading gathering spot where community and character come alive. This independent cafe brings authentic flavors and genuine hospitality that big chains simply can't match—from delicious, thoughtfully prepared dishes to a space where locals truly belong. With a 4.1-star reputation built on real connections, 501 is where you'll find the heart of Reading's cafe culture.
What People Are Saying
from Google"The food was delicious! I had the curry goat with cabbage. I'm looking forward to trying all of the other dishes. Run, not walk, and get your own platter. You won't be sorry."
"Too small and cramped and the security on weekends are very rude to you.. telling you to move away from away from the front door in a very rude way but the place is so small thats damn near impossible! The owner needs to stop being cheap and break down that wall behind the bar and make it bigger and better for everyone!!! Cus the kitchen is never open anyways all that space is such a waste!!! Until then this place is a no go!"
"Ben the bartender is great! Loved him! Attentive & funny!! He made an awesome Long Island Ice Tea!! We just moved here to West Reading & we were looking for a small very casual corner bar with a jukebox, pool table, drinks & bar food! We found it! It's not far from where I live (about 1.5 miles away) but I don't see me walking there! Wish it was a little closer to us! We'll be back! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟"
"Love this place! Great Drinks and Great Food! Pool table and Dart Board! Awesome jukebox with great variety of music! Always pleasant crowds with fantastic service carried by happy smiling bartenders. Highly Recommended!"
"Rowdy customers drunkenly hollering inside and outside of this establishment. I listened to an altercation take place just outside the door. No actions were taken by staff. On another occasion, I was greeted by a man smoking cigarette outside the entrance who told me to "smile" and asked why I looked so mad. Definitely not an inviting or safe atmosphere as a woman. I'll take my business elsewhere."
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