The best restaurants in Altoona

31 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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JJ Hadley

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Because sometimes you need a night where the pizza and the beer both show up. JJ Hadley & Co. Brewers turns out crisp, wood-fired pies with…

1400 11th Ave

Because sometimes you need a night where the pizza and the beer both show up. JJ Hadley & Co. Brewers turns out crisp, wood-fired pies with chewy edges and creative toppings, then pours their own brews to match.

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Eat'n Park

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Whether you’re in a breakfast mood or craving a Superburger and a trip past the Salad Bar, Eat'n Park keeps Altoona fed and happy. Add a…

137 Bowling Ln

Whether you’re in a breakfast mood or craving a Superburger and a trip past the Salad Bar, Eat'n Park keeps Altoona fed and happy. Add a box of Smiley Cookies or a seasonally perfect Strawberry Pie, then feel good knowing they’re big on community giveback too.

From the Altoona newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Busy week? Original Italian Pizza keeps it easy this week with classic pies, hearty pasta plates, crisp salads, and straight-up subs that…

2824 Broad Ave

Busy week? Original Italian Pizza keeps it easy this week with classic pies, hearty pasta plates, crisp salads, and straight-up subs that satisfy without fuss. Treat yourself to a low-stress dinner plan that tastes like Altoona and always hits the spot.

From the Altoona newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Relaxed chain serving Carolina-style BBQ, including pulled pork & ribs, plus Southern sides.

5814 6th Ave

Relaxed chain serving Carolina-style BBQ, including pulled pork & ribs, plus Southern sides.

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Casual restaurant dishing up pizza, wings, and other Italian comfort foods, plus a kids' menu.

610 N 2nd St

Casual restaurant dishing up pizza, wings, and other Italian comfort foods, plus a kids' menu.

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A vast selection of local & in-house beers plus burgers, mac 'n' cheese & other American fare.

2235 N Atherton St (State College)

A vast selection of local & in-house beers plus burgers, mac 'n' cheese & other American fare.

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Farm-to-fork Southern fare & clever craft cocktails served in a rustic-chic locale with a patio.

2080 Cato Ave (State College)

Farm-to-fork Southern fare & clever craft cocktails served in a rustic-chic locale with a patio.

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Family-friendly outlet for standard & specialty pizza, homemade Italian entrees, burgers & wings.

1600 Broadway

Family-friendly outlet for standard & specialty pizza, homemade Italian entrees, burgers & wings.

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Port Sky Cafe

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Student cafeteria offering a variety of eats including pizza, and featuring online ordering.

3000 Ivyside Park

Student cafeteria offering a variety of eats including pizza, and featuring online ordering.

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Papa Johns Pizza

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Pizza take-out & delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, plus wings, sides & desserts.

3014 Pleasant Valley Blvd

Pizza take-out & delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, plus wings, sides & desserts.

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Pine Grove Hall

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Elegant eatery with a bar serving eclectic options and farm-fresh fare, plus lots of live tunes.

101 E Pine Grove Rd (Pine Grove Mills)

Elegant eatery with a bar serving eclectic options and farm-fresh fare, plus lots of live tunes.

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Bright, cozy cafe featuring espresso drinks, breakfast specialties, sandwiches & salads.

320 Pine Grove Rd (State College)

Bright, cozy cafe featuring espresso drinks, breakfast specialties, sandwiches & salads.

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Upscale dining with a menu of Italian classics & homemade desserts plus an extensive wine cellar.

1808 4th Ave

Upscale dining with a menu of Italian classics & homemade desserts plus an extensive wine cellar.

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Casual spot serving brunch, burgers and steaks plus cocktails and beers from its own distillery.

2255 N Atherton St (State College)

Casual spot serving brunch, burgers and steaks plus cocktails and beers from its own distillery.

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Kid-friendly chain known for baked goods, breakfasts & other standards in dinerlike digs.

3300 Pleasant Valley Blvd

Kid-friendly chain known for baked goods, breakfasts & other standards in dinerlike digs.

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Relaxed pick with old-world charm & a full bar uses family recipes to craft authentic Italian fare.

3926 Broad Ave

Relaxed pick with old-world charm & a full bar uses family recipes to craft authentic Italian fare.

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Long-running Pittsburgh-born chain known for its sandwiches piled high with coleslaw & french fries.

2550 W Plank Rd

Long-running Pittsburgh-born chain known for its sandwiches piled high with coleslaw & french fries.

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Casual restaurant featuring brews, pub fare, and a mezzanine level, plus live music.

1411 11th Ave

Casual restaurant featuring brews, pub fare, and a mezzanine level, plus live music.

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Casual restaurant offering a variety of American dishes, including vegetarian and vegan options, with delivery.

1700 7th Ave

Casual restaurant offering a variety of American dishes, including vegetarian and vegan options, with delivery.

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HiWay Pizza Pub

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Casual spot, with a patio, dishing up brick-oven pizza, wings and other classics, plus beer.

1301 W College Ave (State College)

Casual spot, with a patio, dishing up brick-oven pizza, wings and other classics, plus beer.

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Dream Restaurant

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Quaint, long-running locale specializing in homestyle American comfort fare since 1952.

1500 Allegheny St (Hollidaysburg)

Quaint, long-running locale specializing in homestyle American comfort fare since 1952.

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Family-owned diner with a vintage feel offering homestyle breakfast & lunch plus free WiFi.

1201 13th Ave

Family-owned diner with a vintage feel offering homestyle breakfast & lunch plus free WiFi.

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Jethro's

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Roomy, old-school standby with typical Italian & American bites, plus outdoor seating & happy hours.

417 Parkview Ln

Roomy, old-school standby with typical Italian & American bites, plus outdoor seating & happy hours.

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Casual restaurant featuring sandwiches, wings, burgers, and beer.

200 Pleasant Valley Blvd

Casual restaurant featuring sandwiches, wings, burgers, and beer.

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Athenian Cafe

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Casual bistro dishing up familiar Greek eats including gyros, falafel and spanakopita.

601 7th Ave

Casual bistro dishing up familiar Greek eats including gyros, falafel and spanakopita.

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Mobile outfit producing fresh funnel cakes, plus hot and cold drinks from a trailer.

916 31st St

Mobile outfit producing fresh funnel cakes, plus hot and cold drinks from a trailer.

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Casual diner chain dishing up classic American comfort fare, including all-day breakfast favorites.

220 Park Hills Plaza

Casual diner chain dishing up classic American comfort fare, including all-day breakfast favorites.

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Lunch and dinner menus of familiar Thai and Korean dishes served in a casual atmosphere.

519 E 25th Ave

Lunch and dinner menus of familiar Thai and Korean dishes served in a casual atmosphere.

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Casual diner turning out comfort food, including breakfast, cheesesteaks, and other familiar eats.

1523 E Pleasant Valley Blvd

Casual diner turning out comfort food, including breakfast, cheesesteaks, and other familiar eats.

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Sushi & dramatic tableside teppanyaki-grill dishes in a relaxed restaurant with modern decor.

267 Park Hills Plaza

Sushi & dramatic tableside teppanyaki-grill dishes in a relaxed restaurant with modern decor.

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Little Tokyo

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Casual locale for Asian specialties, including vegan options, sushi, and bubble tea.

2720 Plank Rd

Casual locale for Asian specialties, including vegan options, sushi, and bubble tea.

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