City Fare Café

Opened in 2017 by a former chef at Allentown's renowned Mother's restaurant, what you'll find on the sandwich board at this somewhat off-the-beaten-path lunch spot is a roster of specialties with memorable names and even more memorable flavors: favorites include the "Bay of Pigs" (a classic-recipe pressed cubano made with ham, salami and slow-roasted pork), the "Tempeh of Doom" (a vegetarian-friendly banh mi with sriracha mayonnaise), and "It's All About Me" (their term for the build-your-own option), all made with locally-sourced BreadHive rolls and panini. Salads are an alternative option where Mediterranean influences predominate. The ambience is pleasant, relaxing, and airy, bathed in natural light courtesy of large windows looking out onto the lively 500 Block of Main Street.

• vegetarian

Address

483 Main St.

Getting there

Metro Rail: Lafayette Square

Hours

Mon-Sat 8AM-3PM

Price

$10-20