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theMINT Gastropub
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theMINT: envisioned in the past, resurrected by opportunity, executed by experience, enriched by community, growing through innovation
What We Do:
Gastropub refers to a bar and restaurant that serves high-end beer and food.[1]
The term gastropub, a portmanteau of gastronomy and pub, originated in England in the late 20th century. English pubs were drinking establishments and had little emphasis placed on the serving of food. Then that all changed. theMINT is an AMERICAN Gastropub that focuses on premium food and beer as well as premium spirits, cocktails, and martinis.
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theMINT: envisioned in the past, resurrected by opportunity, executed by experience, enriched by community, growing through innovation
What We Do:
Gastropub refers to a bar and restaurant that serves high-end beer and food.[1]
The term gastropub, a portmanteau of gastronomy and pub, originated in England in the late 20th century. English pubs were drinking establishments and had little emphasis placed on the serving of food. Then that all changed. theMINT is an AMERICAN Gastropub that focuses on premium food and beer as well as premium spirits, cocktails, and martinis.
48 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 48 reviews
5 stars
(17)
4 stars
(24)
3 stars
(4)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(32)
- neighborhood gem(29)
- vibrant bar scene(26)
- hot spot(19)
- good for groups(9)
- special occasion(9)
theMINT Gastropub Reviews List
Review 1 for theMINT Gastropub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Twisted
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Mint has a twisted menu. That's a good thing and the whole point. Classic comfort food with a twist if you like trying new things, and I do. The service was a little slow but to be expected given the crowd, it was a Saturday evening, and the way the food is prepared. Good things are worth waiting for! You may want to make reservations on the weekends. There were six of us in our party and from start to finish we were there about 2 hours with desert. It is also a bit noisy. My guess is because of the buildings design with concrete floors and nothing to really buffer the sound. But overall, wonderful food and atmosphere and I will definitely be back for seconds, especially for some more of the BBQ octopus. YUM!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 2 for theMINT Gastropub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great gem with amazing food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great gem with amazing food and an awesome beer supply."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 3 for theMINT Gastropub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Unique food!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great Food! Service very good. Overall experience was great with one exception. It is noisy. Don't expect a romantic dinner but expect unique food in a interesting atmosphere. The Mussels and Frite with Lobster Bisque sauce was outstanding as were the smoked ribs."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 4 for theMINT Gastropub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
theMINT is a great neighborhood
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"theMINT is a great neighborhood restaurant with a twist! They offer a wide variety of foods, both traditional and interesting that are sure to please everyone. They've redone their menu in the last year, bringing more traditional items to the menu, but still leaving plenty for the adventurous diner. The BBQ Octopus appetizer and the smoked duck entree were both delicious and highly recommended. Great drinks as well. It's a little loud because of all the hard surfaces, but still a really cool atmosphere."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 5 for theMINT Gastropub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The noise level at theMint
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The noise level at theMint is very high, simply because nothing has been done to absorb sound bouncing off the surfaces of what once was the customer are of a bank branch office. Otherwise, the decor is simple but nice. Almost overwhelming beer list. Varied and very interesting menu. What we sampled on a recent visit was expertly prepared and creatively presented."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 6 for theMINT Gastropub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Brought my sister and brother-in-la
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Brought my sister and brother-in-law here for the first time this weekend. They both work at the Culinary Institute for America, and absolutely loved everything we had. The menu changes pretty often, but some of the items we ordered are fixtures: truffle mac and cheese, poutin, lamb schnitzel, delmonico steak, bbq duck leg."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for theMINT Gastropub
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Gross food. Weird ambience.
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Gross food. Weird ambience. They're just trying way too hard to be something they aren't."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2013
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Review 8 for theMINT Gastropub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great addition to Bethlehem dining
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great fish and chips. Notable beer selection."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for theMINT Gastropub
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I don't get it
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Ok, third time there - not going back - inconsistent twice now means never going back"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2009
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Review 10 for theMINT Gastropub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very fun atmosphere with a
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very fun atmosphere with a creative menu. Lots of choices and some good comfort food in addition to fresh ingrediants. This is the kind of place that could become your "go to" any day of the week."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 11 for theMINT Gastropub
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Our first time to the Mint
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our first time to the Mint and we went with another couple. The menu was interesting and unusual, albeit I felt that the meal was more spa-like than filling (in full disclosure, we were hungry so a stop for desert and another round of appetizers after the mint was in order).
Overall we enjoyed the Mint - service was good, although someone forgot to place 1 out of 4 dinner orders, so we were short a meal for about 15 minutes. I would return the next time I have a taste for venison though - that was tasty!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 12 for theMINT Gastropub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love the Mint!! Food was amazing
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Love the Mint!! Food was amazing as always - we enjoyed the cheese sticks as an appetizer. Had the chicken club sandwich, which was huge. Gotta love tots! Ambiance was fun and trendy. Ages of patrons was varied. Definitely will visit again. They will change the menu from time to time. The only bad thing is wanting to order something for the second time and its not on the menu any longer. Have tried prom chops and lobster truffle Mac n cheese in the past. Amazing!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies
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Review 13 for theMINT Gastropub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Truly a Culinary Gem in Bethlehem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our first trip to theMint was for Valentine's Day. We were a bit disappointed to find that on our special romantic night we were seated at a shared table with 2 other couples. That certainly took away from the intimacy of the dining experience, however the excellent, original and creative culinary adventures on the menu and drink list certainly more than made up for the minor inconvenience. The next time we return we will simply request our own table and know that we will be thoroughly delighted with our experience.
With excellent food, drink (with fair prices) and unique ambiance you didn't realize you could find outside of Philadelphia, I highly recommend you check out this gem for yourself!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 14 for theMINT Gastropub
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Fun
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Lively and loud with a huge beer list and lots of comfort foods.
This is a great place for a group."
This is a great place for a group."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 15 for theMINT Gastropub
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Had to wait 20 min for reservation.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Had to wait 20 min for reservation. Unable to order as wanted, told that they were out of several menu items."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2009
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Review 16 for theMINT Gastropub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
the food and service were
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"the food and service were great, however it was the last day they are serving lunch...I will miss having lunch there."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 17 for theMINT Gastropub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Beer selection is top-notch.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Beer selection is top-notch. Food is amazing."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 18 for theMINT Gastropub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Valentines Day Dinner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was very delicious, the atmosphere was very inviting, and the beer and wine selection was outstanding. The only negative was the dedicated valentines menu, which is at almost all upscale restaraunts around this time. The pricing was a little too high for the portions received. Overall though, wonderful experience."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for theMINT Gastropub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
theMINT..You can Bank on It..
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"If you're looking for an evening out at a place filled with energy & people enjoying their dinner, then this is a place..I was seated where I could watch the entire place hustle bustle..staff ever so ready to take care of their patrons..Our waiter was very attentive & knowledgeable about the menu. The beer menu was excellent and they were willing to make me 1/2 a martini as per my request. We also learned that chef changes the menu frequently..a good thing. The food was very good..we started with lobster mac/cheese..big enough to share..My Husband had catfish and I had the venison. perfectly cooked..only complaint was the bread pudding, a tad dry. I observed other desserts coming out that looked delightful. Overall a very cool experience."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2009
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Review 20 for theMINT Gastropub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
BEST RIBS EVER! Also loved
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"BEST RIBS EVER! Also loved the venison, cassoulet and the "Seoul Bowl" Crack Pie was the perfect ending."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 21 for theMINT Gastropub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We will definitely be going
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We will definitely be going back!"
Dined on 01/25/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 22 for theMINT Gastropub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was very good, but
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was very good, but the restaurant itself was very cold. I am hopeful to return in the summer :)"
Dined on 01/26/2013
2009
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Review 23 for theMINT Gastropub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing food, quick service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Amazing food, quick service by knowledgeable servers. Great place to go for just small bites and drinks or a whole meal. Love it."
Dined on 01/12/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies
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Review 24 for theMINT Gastropub
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
After booking on open table
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"After booking on open table for 7:30 we arrived at 7:20 and were told a table would be opening up soon and to wait at the lounge. Meanwhile there was an empty table sitting there. By 7:45 I asked the hostess why we couldn't sit at the empty table. She responded that it was reserved. So I said,"Open table doesn't really work here then?" She said not really, and went on to say that a couple of other tables were about to open up. By 8:00 a smaller table cleared and we were seated, meanwhile, no one asked us if we would even like a drink while waiting.
The food selection was different. Well cooked steaks but nothing over the top."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2012
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Review 25 for theMINT Gastropub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was good, beer selection
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was good, beer selection even better."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for theMINT Gastropub
Based on the average of (23) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic