It’s no closely-guarded secret that Boyertown has its share of community treasures. But one of its best kept secrets is a real sweet spot.

Tucked into a cozy corner on the main drag, Sweet Beginnings may be little, but it’s one of the best eateries in the tri-county area to pop into for a bite to eat.

Part of what makes the spot so sweet is its inviting, homey atmosphere. The dining area is well-maintained, and decorated like a family room where guests can relax, enjoy a meal, read the paper and chat around the table. It actually feels like home.

But the best part about Sweet Beginnings is the food.

Open for breakfast and lunch, owner Jim Kochu says everything is made fresh and in house.

The breakfast menu features an assortment of classic fare, including egg sandwiches, egg platters, French toast, pancakes, grilled cinnamon buns, breakfast burritos and more. They also make their own assortment of pastries and muffins, which guest Joan Christman described as “the best.”

The lunch menu covers even more ground offering a savory variety of wraps, clubs, sandwiches, burgers, hot dogs, cheese steaks, wings, salads and items from the fryer like pierogies, mozzarella stickes, onion rings, fries, fish & chips and French-fried broccoli.

Sweet Beginnings also features a constantly changing menu of weekly specials that some regular guests sometimes help mastermind, such as “Taylor’s Wrap,” which is being served this week. These guest-made specials can be voted on to make the restaurant’s popular “Wall of Fame” located by the cash register.

Sweet Beginnings also provides full service catering with a very flexible menu.

“People can tell me what they want, and I’ll give it to them,” said Kochu.

Such little things are what makes this little place such a big part of the Boyertown community.

“Really, we’re just here to serve you,” said Kochu.

Sweet Beginnings is located at 43 E. Philadelphia Avenue in Boyertown. Hours are 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., Monday through Friday. Call 610-369-0649 for more information.

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