State College bagel visit, part 1…read more Irving's is located in the heart of State College, directly across College from Penn State. This is clearly a student favorite, with amole seating capacity and plenty of coffee. It was well-inhabited by sleepy students during my ex May visit. I ordered a basic poppy bagel (toasted) wiith cream cheese. Service was quick and friendly, with a generous schmear of cream cheese. The bagel was tasty, and in the middle (in my experience) of the amount of poppy seed. I'd definitely recommend Irving's though it is probably a madhouse during the school year so plan your visit accordingly.

Friend ordered tailgate food in advance for 9am pick up Saturday. Food was not ready until after…read more9:30. Chicken sandwiches (3 pesto and 1 Baja) were all dry. Will go back to ordering from Jersey Mikes and/or Wegmans. Friend really annoyed at the tip she made at the time the order was placed.

This is a cute shop with amazing bagels. I really enjoyed both the bagel sandwiches and the cream…read morecheese spread. The Asiago everything bagel is a dream come true. Best of everything all together. The coffee and chai were also delicious. It's a small shop and most people get things to go but they do have plenty of seating.

This is the BEST bagel place in town. They always get me right with my order and are always so nice…read moreand chill. The vibe and the shape of the roof makes you really want a bagel.

Ordered online around 10:30am on a Saturday during move in weekend and my order was ready quickly…read more The chicken salad was very tasty and bagel was filled and made well. It was busy inside so def recommend ordering ahead if you are short on time. Smaller place but still has some tables to sit at. They also offer coffees and drinks and you can change bagel to wraps or sandwich breads. Would order here again.

My Iced Chai Latte was the best I've ever tasted- 10/10! I also got a plain, Asiago Bagel, which…read morewas delicious even at room temperature. However, my oldest daughter asked for a cheese substitution and for her sandwich to have melted cheese, neither of which were fulfilled. My youngest daughter got the Macaroni Salad side, which she said was sweet and yummy. Overall, a very cute restaurant with a lovely seating area.

I stopped in for a quick breakfast. I ordered a cinnamon raisin bagel with plain cream cheese. It…read moredidn't disappoint. It was crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. I didn't wait for more than two minutes after ordering, it was great!

​My lox bagel craving was met by Bagel Crust!…read more It was a soft and well baked bagel with lox and a good amount of cream cheese. With a water bottle, it was just under $15. Which I expected for downtown and for what I was ordering. Could easily add up if I was ordering for myself and others, but still worth it to fulfill my craving. Easy to order at the counter and take a seat as I waited for my order.

I always love stopping in for a browse and bite to eat. Good priced food and the book selection is…read morethe real treat.

Like many second hand bookstores, you get the occasional grandpa nodding off to his book, the older…read moreuncle who unbeknownst to himself starts singing along with the cafe music, and ladies meeting up for a chat. But also like many independent bookstores like this, you can the feel for the down to earth community where people just are. I came in for a morning coffee and to browse the books. I was impressed by the young barista's skill in making a latte to my preferences, and it was really nice to weave my way around the shelves to see what an algorithm recommendation would normally miss. Not sure about the food, but the book space and coffee are on point.

Some places are worth building an entire adventure around. Penn State Berkey Creamery is one of…read morethem. As fate would have it, my Adventure Buddy and I found ourselves in State College on National Ice Cream Day, and there was absolutely no way I was leaving town without finally visiting the home of my favorite ice cream flavor ever...Monkey Business (banana ice cream, peanut butter swirl, chocolate chips). I'd fallen in love with Monkey Business last summer after trying it at an ice cream shop close to my house, but somehow I'd never actually made it to the Creamery itself. Correcting that oversight immediately became part of the day's adventure plan! We arrived around 12:30 on a beautiful Sunday afternoon, fully expecting National Ice Cream Day to mean complete chaos. Surprisingly, it wasn't. Busy? Absolutely. But the line moved quickly, everyone seemed to know exactly what they were doing and the whole operation ran like a well-oiled ice cream machine. Then I looked around. Cheese. Sticky buns. Chocolate milk. Bagels. Ice cream. Ice cream. More ice cream. At one point I turned to my Adventure Buddy and said..."I could live here." Ordering couldn't have been easier. First, you tell the cashier whether you're getting a cone, bowl or shake and pay. Then you move down to the ice cream counter, where you pick your flavor. Finally...you wait for your number to be called so someone can hand you what can only be described as an absurdly generous serving of happiness. While I waited, I sampled the Grilled Stickies flavor. Big mistake! It was phenomenal! For approximately fifteen seconds, I seriously considered abandoning my beloved Monkey Business and trying something new. Fortunately...I came to my senses. Monkey Business and I have history together. When my number was called, the gentleman behind the counter handed me a bowl that was significantly larger than I expected. And yes...I audibly squealed. Again. Right there in the middle of the Creamery. I looked at him and said, "You absolutely made my day!" Because he had. We found a table outside on the patio to enjoy the beautiful weather, performed a few completely necessary happy food dances and proceeded to enjoy every glorious bite of what is still, without question, my favorite ice cream flavor on Earth. For only $6. On National Ice Cream Day. Honestly, I don't know how that day could've gotten any better. PRO TIP: Don't skip the sample spoon! There are so many incredible flavors that it's worth trying something new before committing. Just be warned...you may accidentally discover another favorite! I also learned that Berkey Creamery ships ice cream to the lower 48 states. This information feels...dangerous. Living only about an hour and a half away, I probably don't need to have Monkey Business shipped directly to my house. But...I may have to test the process someday. You know...in the name of science! If you're anywhere near State College, do yourself a favor and make the stop. Whether you're a Penn State fan, an ice cream enthusiast or just someone who appreciates an exceptionally well-run small operation, Berkey Creamery absolutely lives up to its legendary reputation. WE ARE...ICE CREAM HEAVEN!

My younger self would be dismayed with my present self for this ranking. This is probably the most…read moreiconic ice cream shop in all of Pennsylvania, and I attach a good amount of teenage memories to it. That said, while there are some really wonderful features of their ice cream, particularly the texture of small chocolate chunks they embed, it's not actually the greatest ice cream in existence. The chocolate is too milky, the mint too green and artificial, etc. It might make more sense to think of it as exemplary commercial rather than distinctly artisinal?

The short version: I love this place! Definitely go here!…read moreNow the long one for those who like to know what they are getting into: the employees are some of the kindest people I have ever interacted with. Joe at the register makes sure you have everything you need, makes great recommendations, and is very compassionate! I wish I got the other employees name as well, she was really sweet and the lavender London fog was so good. I also got the chili, it's amazing, hearty, and made the way I love. Because of this I will note that if you have a cinnamon allergy you will want to avoid the chili as it's definitely in there! Quiet, clean, and comfy vibes that allowed me to have about two hours to myself to read and relax!

Lovely ambiance, warm and inviting service. The perfect place to meet a friend, read a book, or get…read moresome work done outside the office.

Absolutely loved this place. Super cool old house. Good was amazing- had things for vegetarians…read more The coffee was the best I have had in ages!

The place to be the morning after PSU football loss. Needed comfort food!…read more Sausage egg n cheese on english muffin and bacon egg n cheese.

Hannah was a very attentive server our food was good and the service was quick. I would go here…read moreagain.

Service and food is amazing. We both really enjoyed our choices. My husband had Crab Benedict and…read moreit was delicious. I of course had a taste. I had Naked egg and cheese on a croissant. It was so good. The waitress couldn't have been nicer.

Great vibes inside and out. The cashier was in training but she was still very nice and got our…read moreorder done pretty fast. I got a banana foster's chai and it's actually amazing. My brother got a chocolate chunk scone warmed up and enjoyed it. My dad got a pink starburst lotus energy drink and describes it as "sweet and girly" but still enjoys it. Overall would recommend and the price was reasonable!

I loveeee this place. I love that it is an old service station, and the option to go through the…read moredrive through is nice. The parking lot can be tight, but there is street parking across the street. Their drinks are great (I love their chai!) and the breakfast options are good too. I haven't tried any of their lunch, but it looks great! I usually get the lox bagel.