The best restaurants in State College

Legends Pub nails the State College sweet spot where you can soak up Penn State history on the walls, watch the game, and tuck into…

215 Innovation Blvd

Whether you’re plotting an easy weeknight win or feeding a PSU watch party, Prospectors - Mount Nittany Rib Company nails the essentials:…

333 Benner Pike Shops

Whether you're craving a low-key date night or a no-fuss catch-up, The Tavern has been serving downtown since 1948 with elevated American…

220 E College Ave

Casual joint with counter service dishing up New York–style pizzas, subs, and stromboli.

204 E College Ave

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

610 N 2nd St (Altoona)

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

2235 N Atherton St

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

2080 Cato Ave

Casual American dining at The Penn Stater Hotel with a buffet for Sunday brunch.

215 Innovation Blvd

Sushi options served via takeout and delivery.

450 E College Ave

Relaxed Asian, fusion eatery featuring a menu magazine and swings at some tables.

409 E Calder Way

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

1600 Broadway (Altoona)

Laid-back restaurant specializing in globally inspired tacos and quesadillas made to order.

407 E Beaver Ave Unit B

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

3000 Ivyside Park (Altoona)

Convivial Irish pub featuring classic grub, along with select whiskeys & beers on tap.

107 E Beaver Ave

Casual eatery featuring sushi rolls, sashimi, ramen and hibachi-style dishes.

428 E College Ave

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)

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

320 Pine Grove Rd

Housemade burgers, craft beers & shakes are featured at this lodge–like spot with golf course views.

1 Country Club Ln

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

2255 N Atherton St

Upbeat eatery known for its classic breakfast dishes, also offering lunch fare such as burgers.

364 E College Ave

Student & alumni hangout serving classic American fare indoors & on front & back patios.

210 W College Ave

Bakery and eatery featuring a wide range of pizzas, including buffalo chicken and pepperoni.

128 S Allen St

A menu of made-to-order pizza, calzones & breadsticks offered in a no-frills atmosphere.

219 E Beaver Ave

Easygoing destination offering Japanese cuisine like sushi, noodles, tempura & rice dishes.

100 S Atherton St

Laid-back, quick-serve outpost offering hearty burgers with varied toppings & loaded fries.

124 S Allen St

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

1301 W College Ave

Casual cafe at the Hamilton Square Shopping Center offering coffee, breakfast, lunch, and desserts, plus gluten-free and vegan options.

286 W Hamilton Ave

Upbeat eatery known for its classic breakfast dishes, also offering lunch fare such as burgers.

1229 N Atherton St

Compact, brick-lined venue for sushi, ramen noodle soup & other traditional Japanese dishes.

206 W College Ave

Casual Italian restaurant serving up pizzas, pasta & subs in an old-fashioned setting.

253 Benner Pike

A variety of Japanese fare such as hibachi & sushi plus a bar offering sake, beer, wine & cocktails.

287 Northland Center

Lively, stylish eatery for burgers, pizza and other classic dishes, plus a large beer selection on tap.

130 S Fraser St Ste 200

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

130 Hiester St

Fresh, casual sushi joint offering a menu of teppanyaki, poke bowls, bubble tea and sushi rolls.

132 S Allen St

Informal bi-level sports bar offering pub grub & a vast menu of draft beers, plus pool tables.

139 S Allen St

Popular restaurant chain with a variety of chicken wings, chicken tenders, boneless wings & sides for dine-in, takeout & delivery.

244 W Hamilton Ave

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

200 Pleasant Valley Blvd (Altoona)

Cozy Italian restaurant inside the Hilton Garden Inn chain hotel, serving pasta, gnocchi, risotto and lasagna.

1221 E College Ave

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

601 7th Ave (Altoona)

Relaxed spot for burgers, seafood & steak with a homey vibe & sunny outdoor porch seating.

100 W College Ave

In business since 1926, this venerable venue with a full bar serves diner fare for 3 meals daily.

100 W College Ave

Fast-food chain specializing in fried chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries & Texas toast.

228 E College Ave

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

519 E 25th Ave (Altoona)

Hibachi meals, sushi, and other Asian fare offered in a casual restaurant with an Asian market.

320 E College Ave

Cozy trattoria serving Italian fare including pastas & wood-fired pizzas plus ample beer options.

1229 S Atherton St

Loftlike destination for seafood, plus po' boys & other Southern fare & 15+ tap beers at the bar.

821 Cricklewood Dr

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

1523 E Pleasant Valley Blvd (Altoona)

Casual restaurant and food cart focusing on halal kebabs, gyros, and other Middle Eastern meals.

137 E Beaver Ave

Casual eatery for Turkish dishes, bread and pastries, plus Mediterranean platters.

2137 S Atherton St

This sports-themed hangout offers a menu of pub fare, dozens of draft brews & lots of big TVs.

1611 N Atherton St

Relaxed Japanese sushi bar & hibachi restaurant featuring a handful of Pan-Asian items.

1525 S Atherton St

Relaxed restaurant serving breakfast burritos, hashes, and other comfort foods.

603 Boal Ave (Boalsburg)