Where To Eat
Bars
(814) 238-5534
901 Pike St., Lemont PA 16851 (Map)
Lemont Italian eatery highlights food in season with an always-evolving menu. Hosts "family-style" Thursdays with huge portions of certain menu items. Enjoy a selection from their extensive wine list with your meal.
(814) 237-0374
114 S. Garner St., State College PA 16801 (Map)
Bar Q's dinner menu features authentic Kansas City Style barbecue, smoked onsite. The U-shaped bar in the center offers daily specials. Bar Bleu, located in the lower level, is an upscale martini bar featuring live entertainment six nights a week.
(814) 353-3330
205 Park Pl., Suites 1 & 2, Bellefonte PA 16823 (Map)
This iconic restaurant has been in business since 1919 and features a trademarked Bonanza™ Sub, a Happy Valley favorite for 50 years. The boast an extensive made-from-scratch menu, full bar and wine list, meeting room and even a drive-up window.
(814) 272-5000
420 E. College Ave., State College PA 16801 (Map)
With the best party atmosphere in Happy Valley, the Cell Block is the only place to go for a night out on the town. Featuring three spacious floors, including a huge dance floor complete with a stage, there is always something fun happening at the Cell Block.
(814) 237-6300
1031 E. College Ave., State College PA 16801 (Map)
Just moments from Beaver Stadium is a favorite for sports fans, families and more. With 3 separate dining environments you'll always catch your team on TV. They have a dozen draft beers, weeknight specials and a roving magician on Wednesdays.
(814) 237-5710
113 Hiester St., State College PA 16801 (Map)
The Deli Restaurant, a State College tradition, was established in 1970 and has since developed a reputation for award winning food as well as the area's largest menu.
(814) 466-6241
113 E. Main St., Boalsburg PA 16827 (Map)
Dining at Duffy's gives you a taste of the past. The intimate dining room offers a full fine dining menu, while the tavern is an authentic 19th century pub where it's easy to envision a rowdy crowd gathered around the bar. They are also equipped with banquet and meeting rooms.
(814) 355-7764
160 Dunlap St., Bellefonte PA 16823 (Map)
Right on the banks of Spring Creek, the Mill is a favorite "out of the way" location for Penn State alumni visiting Happy Valley. Contemporary American cuisine is served fine dining-style in the 230-year old former mill, restored with antique timbers and aged brick. To experience the its casual side, grab a drink and enjoy your meal in the downstairs bar, which is indescribably cool in its age and history.
(814) 237-0361
130 Hiester St., State College PA 16801 (Map)
Under new management, the G-Man has been a downtown destination since 1984. Perfect for dinner with the family or a couple drinks with friends, the G-Man's tiered dining room is spacious and accommodates any size party. Stop by weekdays for a low-price lunch, like two slices of pizza and a soda for $2.50! They also have dollar off promos that run Monday-Friday till 11pm, a late night menu and quick delivery.
(814) 237-0375
1688 N. Atherton St., State College PA 16803 (Map)
The northernmost Dante's eatery features the full Hi-Way menu, such as the popular Flaky Crust Pizzas. Also offers daily deals and special buffets.
(814) 237-1074
428 Westerly Pkwy., State College PA 16801 (Map)
The Hi-Way location near State High and just past downtown and campus features live music on Football Saturdays, a great bar and all the tasty Hi-Way selections.
(814) 237-5718
340 E. College Ave., State College PA 16801 (Map)
Your social life heats up on the corner of College & Hiester! With a casual but sophisticated atmosphere, Inferno is a contemporary Neopolitan brick oven experience featuring a focused menu of old world favorites and modern day revolutions. Enjoy a drink from their full-service bar.
(814) 466-6251
316 Boal Ave., Boalsburg PA 16827 (Map)
Located in Boalsburg, the restaurant has quickly become the premier dining experience for steak and seafood lovers. Kelly's chefs were trained at America's top culinary schools, and you'll know it when you take your first bite. The menu is creative, but not overly exotic. Shipments of carefully selected fresh beef, seafood and poultry arrive daily.
(814) 863-5080
215 Innovation Blvd., State College PA 16803 (Map)
This casual pub offers classic dishes for lunch and dinner in a warm atmosphere. Have a beer with friends and catch the game or enjoy a delicious meal with the whole family. Huge sandwiches, salads and appetizers are featured.
(814) 364-9363
559 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Centre Hall PA 16828 (Map)
The newest addition to the rebuilt Mt. Nittany Inn is the Looking Glass Lounge, featuring stunning views as you enjoy your draft beer or a selection from their array of wines and spirits. The Lounge is also available for your special event!
(814) 237-1582
2298 E. College Ave., State College PA 16801 (Map)
Mixing old world flavors with American tastes, and serving up everything from steaks and unique sandwiches to traditional favorites like stuffed cabbage, Olde New York is a shining star on the east side of town. Near the mall, yet not far from "the back way" to Beaver Stadium, the bar and restaurant's dark wood tables and booths are as inviting as the big selection of high-end beer.
(814) 867-OTTO
2105 N. Atherton St., State College PA 16803 (Map)
The only brewery in State College, it's THE place for fresh food and fresh beer. Their American cuisine is made with local ingredients, and the beer is brewed onsite. They get their beef from a local farm, whose cows get to enjoy spent grain of the brewing process! Many menu items, like wings and fondue, feature beers as a centerpiece.
(814) 235-3009
1450 S. Atherton St., State College PA 16801 (Map)
The award-winning Ramada Conference Center's onsite restaurant is packed with authentic memorabilia from the sports and entertainment worlds. Take advantage of specials like Happy Hour weekdays from 5-7pm, free dessert on Wednesdays and 35 cent wings on Fridays. Or come for their Express Lunch, available every day from 11am-2pm - two hot soups, hot entree, fresh bread and a variety of salads for $6.99! Current fall lunch features include a Turkey Panini, Beef Filet Salad and French Dip Sandwich.
(814) 231-2100
125 S. Atherton St., State College PA 16801 (Map)
Enjoy the charming Rumors at the Atherton Hotel with full-service lunch, cocktails and drinks.
(814) 861-5540
1215 N. Atherton St., State College PA 16803 (Map)
Located on North Atherton Street conveniently near the Comfort Suites and Sleep Inn, T.G.I. Friday's is a great place to grab a quick bite before or after the game, or to enjoy a few beers in the evening. There’s a full bar and drink specials, and also an extensive kids menu, so whatever your needs, T.G.I. Friday's can fulfill. Frequent visitors should check out their free 'Give Me More Stripes' rewards program.
(814) 865-8580
200 W. Park Ave., State College PA 16803 (Map)
The casual lounge at the Nittany Lion Inn serves soups, salads, sandwiches and desserts with seasonal outdoor seating on the garden patio.
(814) 237-8474
324 W. College Ave., State College PA 16801 (Map)
Zola's menu changes with the season, promising creative entrees made with the freshest, mostly organic ingredients. The ambiance is classy but not stuffy, especially Friday nights, perfect for date-night, when Zola features jazz and oysters…talk about a mood setter. Hot tip, don’t skip dessert, no matter how full you are. Head on over before or after a State Theatre show.
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