Best Culinary Schools in Allentown, PA
Looking for culinary Schools in Allentown? Below you'll find 4 local options with their address, phone number, website and opening hours, plus practical advice on choosing the right one.
What they do: Culinary institutes and community college programs for culinary arts, baking and hospitality careers.
This guide lists 4 culinary Schools in and around Allentown, spread across 4 ZIP codes. 4 have a phone number you can call directly from this page, 4 link to their own website, 2 are open on weekends. Listings are organized so you can compare them at a glance and contact them directly.
Top 4 Culinary Schools in Allentown
Listings are shown in no paid order: no business can pay to appear or to rank higher on this page.
1 Young Chefs Academy - Allentown PA
- Address 4662 Broadway, Allentown, PA 18104
- Phone (610) 898-3365
- Website allentownpa.youngchefsacademy.com
2 Walnut Hill College
- Address 4207 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
- Phone (215) 222-4200
- Website walnuthillcollege.edu
Opening hours
| Mon | 7:30 AM-10 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 7:30 AM-10 PM |
| Wed | 7:30 AM-10 PM |
| Thu | 7:30 AM-10 PM |
| Fri | 7:30 AM-10 PM |
| Sat | 7:30 AM-10 PM |
| Sun | Closed |
3 JNA Institute of Culinary Arts
- Address 1212 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
- Phone (215) 468-8800
- Website culinaryarts.edu
Opening hours
| Mon | 7:30 AM-3 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 7:30 AM-3 PM |
| Wed | 7:30 AM-3 PM |
| Thu | 7:30 AM-3 PM |
| Fri | 7:30 AM-3 PM |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | Closed |
4 Really Cooking With Robin
- Address Hillcrest Plaza Shopping Center, 138 W Germantown Pike, East Norriton, PA 19401
- Phone (484) 674-7748
- Website reallycookingwithrobin.com
Opening hours
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 12-9 PM |
| Wed | 12-9 PM |
| Thu | 12-9 PM |
| Fri | 12-9 PM |
| Sat | 12-9 PM |
| Sun | 12-5:30 PM |
How to choose culinary Schools in Allentown
- Check accreditation or state approval. Career schools in Pennsylvania are licensed by the State Board of Private Licensed Schools.
- Ask about class sizes, schedules and whether evening or weekend options exist.
- Get the total cost in writing, including fees, books and supplies.
- Ask about completion and job-placement rates for career programs.
- Visit or sit in on a class before you enroll.
Local tips for Allentown
Allentown requires contractors doing work in the city to be licensed with the city and to pull permits through the Department of Building Standards and Safety, in addition to the state Home Improvement Contractor registration.
Allentown sits right next to Bethlehem and Easton, and many Lehigh Valley businesses serve the whole region, so a provider based a few miles away in Whitehall or Emmaus may still cover your address.
Allentown is in Lehigh County, and local phone numbers use the 610 and 484 area codes. Popular areas include Center City, West End, East Side, South Side, Old Allentown, Old Fairgrounds, Mountainville, Midway Manor.
Frequently asked questions
Which culinary Schools in Allentown are open on weekends?
According to their listed hours, these are open on Saturday or Sunday: Walnut Hill College, Really Cooking With Robin. Hours can change on holidays, so call before you go.
Which areas of Allentown do these culinary Schools cover?
The culinary Schools on this list are located in ZIP codes 18104, 19104, 19146, 19401. Many businesses also serve nearby neighborhoods and suburbs, so ask when you call.
How much do classes cost in Allentown?
It depends on the program: community classes may cost a few hundred dollars, while certificate and career programs can cost several thousand. Ask about financial aid, payment plans and PA grants.
Is financial aid available?
Many accredited programs qualify for federal aid (FAFSA) and Pennsylvania's PHEAA state grants. Adult education and GED classes are often free.
How do I check that a school is legitimate?
Look it up with the Pennsylvania Department of Education or the State Board of Private Licensed Schools, and check its accreditor on the US Department of Education's database.
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