What is a tripleta sandwich?

A tripleta is a Puerto Rican sandwich layering three meats (typically chicken, pork, and ham) on warm Italian bread with lettuce, tomato, ketchup, mayo, and shoestring potatoes. At El Punto Sandwichera in Allentown, PA, the Tripleta has been the signature dish since 2003.

Where can I get a tripleta in Allentown?

El Punto Sandwichera at 410 W Tilghman St, Allentown, PA has been serving Puerto Rican tripletas since 2003. Order pickup via Cash App at $elpuntosandwichera or call (610) 435-9170.

What does Mar y Tierra mean?

Mar y Tierra translates to "sea and land" in Spanish, the Caribbean equivalent of surf and turf. At El Punto, the Mal y Tierra sandwich combines steak (bistec) and shrimp (camarón) on warm Italian bread.

What is morir soñando?

Morir Soñando ("to die dreaming") is a Dominican drink of fresh orange juice blended with cold milk and ice. At El Punto Sandwichera it is $7.00 and made fresh to order.

Mayoketchup is a Puerto Rican condiment of mayonnaise and ketchup with garlic and a touch of lime. It is the default sauce on most El Punto sandwiches and available as a side cup for $0.90.

What is parcha juice?

Parcha is the Spanish name for passion fruit. Parcha juice is fresh-squeezed passion fruit, tangy and tropical. At El Punto it is $5.50 and one of the most-ordered drinks.

Is El Punto Sandwichera open late?

Yes. Open until 10:00 PM Monday through Thursday, midnight on Friday and Saturday, and 7:00 PM on Sunday. Open at 8:30 AM every day.

Is El Punto Sandwichera open on Sundays?

Yes. Sunday hours are 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM.

Does El Punto Sandwichera deliver?

Yes. Available on DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub. For zero delivery fees, order pickup directly via Cash App at $elpuntosandwichera.

How long has El Punto Sandwichera been open?

El Punto has been family-owned and operated in Allentown since 2003. Over twenty years serving the same Puerto Rican sandwiches and fresh juices to the Lehigh Valley.

Is El Punto Sandwichera family-owned?

Yes. El Punto is family-owned and has been since 2003. The same family has been hand-pressing the bread, layering the meats, and pouring the juices for over two decades.

Is there parking at El Punto?

Yes. Free street parking is available along W Tilghman St and the surrounding blocks. No dedicated lot, but parking is generally easy outside of peak hours.

Do you have vegetarian options?

A few. The Jamón y Queso can be ordered with cheese only, the Plantain Chips and French Fries are vegetarian, and the Make It Yours sandwich offers an egg & cheese protein. Most signature sandwiches are meat-forward.

Is El Punto Sandwichera cash-only?

No. El Punto accepts cash, all major credit cards, and Cash App. The Cash App pickup link is the most convenient way to order ahead.

Can I order in Spanish at El Punto?

Yes. The staff speaks both Spanish and English. Walk-in or call (610) 435-9170 for orders in either language.

What kind of food does El Punto Sandwichera serve?

Authentic Puerto Rican sandwiches (Tripleta, Cubano, Bistrami, Mal y Tierra), build-your-own options, loaded fries (Papas Locas), fresh fruit juices and shakes (passion fruit, soursop, lemonade, morir soñando), and Puerto Rican bread pudding (budín).

Allentown · Since 2003 · 410 W Tilghman St

Big flavor.warm bread.Built tosatisfy.

Since 2003, El Punto Sandwichera has shared the flavors of Puerto Rico with Allentown. Fresh, made-to-order sandwiches that celebrate culture, tradition, and family. This isn’t “close enough.” It’s the real deal: stacked right, served warm, built to satisfy.

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23Years in Allentown
4.7★DoorDash Rating
~12 minAvg. Pickup

Tripleta+Mal y Tierra+Bistrami+Cubano+Punto Max+Passion Fruit+Pineapple+Lemonade+Soursop+

What are don't sleep
on it favorites?

Three sandwiches that earn their reputation. Pulled straight from DoorDash “Most Loved.” These are the orders that keep people coming back.

house pick!N° 01

Tripleta

Pollo, Pernil & Jamón · Chicken, Pork & Ham

Three meats stacked on warm Italian bread. The signature.

the classicN° 02

Bistrami

Bistec y Pastrami · Steak & Pastrami

Steak and pastrami, smoky and savory in one warm-bread bite.

surf + turfN° 03

Mal y Tierra

Surf & Turf · Bistec y Camarón

Steak and shrimp on warm Italian bread. Boricua surf-and-turf, bold and addictive.

Signature Puerto Rican sandwich at El Punto Sandwichera, family-owned in Allentown PA since 2003

Bistrami sandwich — steak and pastrami on Italian bread at El Punto Sandwichera, Allentown PA

familia / since / 2003

La Historia

Is El Punto family-run?

Yes. Family-owned and operated in Allentown since 2003. For over two decades, the same family has been hand-pressing the same Italian bread, layering the same fresh meats, and pouring the same fresh-fruit juices.

This isn't “close enough.” It's the real deal: stacked right, served warm, built to satisfy. Our regulars find us in Center City Allentown, just minutes from PPL Center, and drive in from across the Lehigh Valley, including Bethlehem, Easton, and Reading.

years strongAllentown · PA

What do real Allentown regulars say?

4.7 ★ on DoorDash across 200+ ratings

★★★★★

“That Tripleta sandwich was absolutely incredible — packed with flavor, perfectly seasoned, and seriously satisfying. Every bite hit just right.”

David Roy · DoorDash · Apr 28, 2026

Where is El Punto?

410 W Tilghman St, Allentown, PA 18102. About 0.7 miles from PPL Center in Center City Allentown, with easy parking out front.

Open Now

Mon – Thu	8:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Fri – Sat	8:30 AM – 12:00 AM
Sunday	8:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Order Pickup →(610) 435-9170

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The stuff people search for, answered straight.

What is a tripleta sandwich?
A tripleta is a Puerto Rican sandwich layering three meats (typically chicken, pork, and ham) on warm Italian bread with lettuce, tomato, ketchup, mayo, and shoestring potatoes. At El Punto Sandwichera in Allentown, PA, the Tripleta has been the signature dish since 2003.
Where can I get a tripleta in Allentown?
El Punto Sandwichera at 410 W Tilghman St, Allentown, PA has been serving Puerto Rican tripletas since 2003. Order pickup via Cash App at $elpuntosandwichera or call (610) 435-9170.
What does Mar y Tierra mean?
Mar y Tierra translates to "sea and land" in Spanish, the Caribbean equivalent of surf and turf. At El Punto, the Mal y Tierra sandwich combines steak (bistec) and shrimp (camarón) on warm Italian bread.
What is morir soñando?
Morir Soñando ("to die dreaming") is a Dominican drink of fresh orange juice blended with cold milk and ice. At El Punto Sandwichera it is $7.00 and made fresh to order.
What is mayoketchup?
Mayoketchup is a Puerto Rican condiment of mayonnaise and ketchup with garlic and a touch of lime. It is the default sauce on most El Punto sandwiches and available as a side cup for $0.90.
What is parcha juice?
Parcha is the Spanish name for passion fruit. Parcha juice is fresh-squeezed passion fruit, tangy and tropical. At El Punto it is $5.50 and one of the most-ordered drinks.
Is El Punto Sandwichera open late?
Yes. Open until 10:00 PM Monday through Thursday, midnight on Friday and Saturday, and 7:00 PM on Sunday. Open at 8:30 AM every day.
Is El Punto Sandwichera open on Sundays?
Yes. Sunday hours are 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM.
Does El Punto Sandwichera deliver?
Yes. Available on DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub. For zero delivery fees, order pickup directly via Cash App at $elpuntosandwichera.
How long has El Punto Sandwichera been open?
El Punto has been family-owned and operated in Allentown since 2003. Over twenty years serving the same Puerto Rican sandwiches and fresh juices to the Lehigh Valley.
Is El Punto Sandwichera family-owned?
Yes. El Punto is family-owned and has been since 2003. The same family has been hand-pressing the bread, layering the meats, and pouring the juices for over two decades.
Where is El Punto Sandwichera located?
El Punto Sandwichera is at 410 W Tilghman St, Allentown, PA 18102, about 0.7 miles from PPL Center in Center City Allentown. Free street parking out front.
Is there parking at El Punto?
Yes. Free street parking is available along W Tilghman St and the surrounding blocks. No dedicated lot, but parking is generally easy outside of peak hours.
Do you have vegetarian options?
A few. The Jamón y Queso can be ordered with cheese only, the Plantain Chips and French Fries are vegetarian, and the Make It Yours sandwich offers an egg & cheese protein. Most signature sandwiches are meat-forward.
Is El Punto Sandwichera cash-only?
No. El Punto accepts cash, all major credit cards, and Cash App. The Cash App pickup link is the most convenient way to order ahead.
Can I order in Spanish at El Punto?
Yes. The staff speaks both Spanish and English. Walk-in or call (610) 435-9170 for orders in either language.
What kind of food does El Punto Sandwichera serve?
Authentic Puerto Rican sandwiches (Tripleta, Cubano, Bistrami, Mal y Tierra), build-your-own options, loaded fries (Papas Locas), fresh fruit juices and shakes (passion fruit, soursop, lemonade, morir soñando), and Puerto Rican bread pudding (budín).

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~12 minAvg. Pickup

Is El Punto family-run?

years strongAllentown · PA

Mon – Thu

8:30 AM – 10:00 PM

Fri – Sat

8:30 AM – 12:00 AM

Sunday

8:30 AM – 7:00 PM