milkshakes are hand‑spun using the legendary ice cream from Penn State’s Berkey Creamery.
The Gardens Restaurant (at the Penn Stater) thepennstaterhotel.psu.edu/all-day-site-dining-thegardens 814‑863‑5090; 215 Innovation Blvd., State College
The Penn Stater’s restaurant offers sophisticated dining, and classic cuisine with an American flair. This restaurant also offers guests a sumptuous Sunday brunch and the expansive America’s Bounty Buffets on both Friday and Saturday evenings. Reservations are recommended.
Gigi’s Southern Table Gigisdining.com 814‑861‑3463; 2080 Cato Ave., State College
Locally-sourced Southern fare meets modern elegance in the beautifully renovated Gigi’s. Seasonal chef‑prepared menu, plus small plates and extensive drink options. Patio seating is available when weather permits. Friday and Saturday nights are Martini Nights and feature a Raw Bar beginning at 5 p.m.
Happy Valley Brewing Company happyvalleybeer.com 814‑234 4406; 137 Elmwood St., State College
Visit their brewery and restaurant in a 200‑year‑old barn and enjoy craft beers, food from their wood fired grill and a great cellar music scene.
Harrison’s Wine Grill harrisonsmenu.com 814‑237‑4422; 1221 E. College Ave., State College
A modern, chef-centric restaurant, located inside the Hilton Garden Inn, Harrison’s is a favorite for local foodies. Local chef/owner Harrison Schailey sources locally and seasonally for this globallyinspired menu, as much as possible from over 25 local farms and purveyors including popular Otto’s microbrews. Service is outstanding and the atmosphere is casual and friendly. Open for lunch and dinner seven days a week.
Located in a new location on West College, enjoy a new venue for this perennial State College favorite. Choose from more than 29 varieties of hand‑spun pizzas with an endless combination of toppings. They’ve got a pizza for everyone! Their vodka “flaky” crust pizza is simply a must-have! Hi‑Way uses only the freshest local and imported ingredients available to make their unique pizzas, pastas and desserts. Hi‑Way delivers, and you can even order on your smart phone!
Kimchi Korean Restaurant
Hog Father’s Old Fashioned BBQ
thepennstaterhotel.psu.edu/legends-restaurant-thepenn-staters-signature-sports-bar 814‑863‑5080; 215 Innovation Blvd., State College
hogfathersbbq.com 814-231-1227; 1669 N Atherton St, State College
Hog Father’s is passionate about BBQ! They’ve won several awards, including best ribs, best pulled pork and THE #1 mac and cheese far and wide!
Home Delivery Pizza Pub homedeliverypizza.net 814‑237‑7777; 1820 S. Atherton St., State College
More than just pizza – it’s a full-service bar & restaurant, 154 menu items varied enough for all tastes, locally owned and operated. Homemade, Hometown, Home D!
Inferno Brick Oven & Bar InfernoBrickOvenBar.com 814‑237‑5718; 340 E. College Ave., State College
With a casual yet sophisticated atmosphere, Inferno is a place to see and be seen. Lunch and dinner boasts a contemporary Neapolitan brick‑oven experience featuring a focused menu of artisan pizzas and other modern Italian plates. Night transitions the space to a boutique ultra lounge featuring the area’s most talented DJs, a lit dance floor and a full‑service bar offering premium pours and bottle service for you and your friends.
kimchistatecollege.com 814‑237‑2096; 1100 N. Atherton St., State College
Kimchi offers traditional and contemporary Korean cuisine, including Korean BBQ, rice dishes, seafood, noodles, soups, stews and vegetarian dishes, All meals are served with six side dishes and hot tea. They also offer a weekday lunch special for $6.99 (11 a.m.‑2:30 p.m.).
Legends (at the Penn Stater)
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.
Liberty Craft House dantesinc.com/locations/liberty-craft-house 814-954‑4923; 346 E College Ave, State College
Liberty Craft House combines prohibition-era accoutrement with innovation to create a one-of-akind experience. Their 47-tap draft system has been intricately designed to pour ale, lager, wine, soda, coffee and cocktails correctly. The same attention to detail and sourcing shows up in their food.
Otto’s Pub & Brewery ottospubandbrewery.com 814‑867‑6886; 2235 N. Atherton St., State College
Since 2002, Otto’s is THE place for award winning craft beer and fresh food. 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 from the brewing process! Many menu items, such as wings and fondue, feature beer as a centerpiece ingredient. They also offer a wide variety of distilled
Hi‑Way Pizza Pub North HiwayPizza.com 814‑237‑0375; 1688 N. Atherton St., State College
A State College tradition for more than 50 years, Hi‑Way offers over 29 varieties of hand‑spun pizzas with an endless combination of toppings. They’ve got a pizza for everyone! Their vodka “flaky” crust pizza is simply a must-have! Hi‑Way uses only the freshest local and imported ingredients available to make their unique pizzas, pastas and desserts. Hi‑Way delivers, and you can even order on your smart phone!
Hi‑Way Pizza Pub West HiwayPizza.com 814-954-5240; 1301 West College Avenue 38
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