Yum, yum, yum. Came here during a visit to PSU. Nothing fancy, but it doesn't matter because the…read morefood was amazing and the staff is very friendly. We got the around the world nachos, which were awesome. Big portion. The bbq chicken tacos, Asian 5 spice beef tacos, and the pork tacos are a must try. Everything had the right amount of spice and the food was very fresh. If you're not sure about what to get, try the taco flight which comes with 3 tacos for $14.99. Each taco with either flour or corn tortilla will cost you about $6. The ambiance is nothing to rave about. But all you need is a table to enjoy this fantastic food. Must try.

A great place to stop in for a quick bite. It's not fancy inside, but the food is fresh, delicious,…read moreand reasonably priced. They have tacos, quesadillas, and a few bowl options. We ordered three tacos each which were all unique. The Thai BBQ Chicken with the peanut sauce was delicious. I also liked the Asian 5-Spice Beef with the chili garlic sauce which had a little heat. The Roasted Pork with pickled onions was good too. Quick and convenient!

What a gem! We stopped by Sowers Harvest Café for breakfast and were genuinely impressed…read more Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The Greek omelet was light, fluffy, and packed with flavor. The Pesto-Port Egg Sandwich was simple but absolutely delicious with a perfectly cooked egg and great pesto. The Balsamic Garden Avocado Toast was as beautiful as it was tasty, with fresh ingredients, creamy goat cheese, pickled onions, and a rich balsamic glaze. The Spicy Mango Sriracha grilled naan was incredibly unique--the sweet and spicy combination worked perfectly. The fresh-baked pretzels are a must-try! We took home several varieties, and they were warm, soft, and some of the best we've had. Even the latte and biscotti were excellent. On top of the amazing food, watching the staff handcraft and bake the giant pretzels right behind the counter added to the experience. Everyone was friendly, welcoming, and the service was fast despite the café being busy. If you're in State College, this place is absolutely worth a visit. Fresh ingredients, creative menu, outstanding baked goods, and genuinely kind people. We'll definitely be back!

Had to visit my favorite breakfast spot while taking a little trip down memory lane and visiting…read morePenn State with friends! The omelette was amazing, just as good as I remembered. I also tried the oatmeal latte for the first time and highly recommend it. It wasn't overly sweet, but still had so much flavor and was the perfect addition to breakfast. So glad I got to come back!

As someone with a gluten allergy it's hard to get a good gluten free sub. This place hit it…read moreperfectly. Best sub I have had since going GF. Staff was friendly and took precautions. Could tell how fresh everything was! It's pricey but the subs are big and filled well. Worth a stop.

Service was fast and the food is well worth the trip. Place…read morewas busy today. I'll be back

I was in the area for acceptance student day at Penn St. and wanted to get away from the buzz of…read morethe campus. My daughter and I researched the area on our drive from NH. We were amazed. I will be back every trip to see her. Had the Moroccan spiced ribeye, octopus and cheese board with pine cones (taste like Christmas) and all. Our server was awesome sorry forgot his name. We didn't have reservations and they were very accommodating. I would recommend making a reservation. Thank you!

Two visits in two months, and the same problem both times: my wife ordered her steak medium, and…read moreboth times it came out rare to medium-rare. Sending it back meant a 15-minute wait while my own plate sat in front of me going cold. So date night becomes one of us eating alone, or both of us eating cold food. Not the end of the world, but it does put a damper on the evening, twice now. When I mentioned it, politely, our server told me to fill out a comment card... and then never brought one. We wanted to like this place. Two disappointing experiences in a row says it's a pattern, not a bad night. Do better.

The ham itself is very good. Very very good actually. It's thick cut, flavorful, and succulent. The…read moreportions, however, are comically small. I ordered the lunch special: half of a sandwich and a cup of soup. Of course, I knew that half of a sandwich wouldn't be huge, but I expected more than three bites of food. It was $10, which did not feel worth it. Again, taste was not the problem, the honey mustard was delicious and the cheese was melted perfectly-- but I won't be ordering half of a sandwich again. I'd go back to buy the ham by the pound and make my own lunch at home though. Also wanted to mention that the store has a small rack selling Stonewall kitchen sauces, chutneys and peppers. Those looked great!

For decades, Honey Baked Ham in State College, PA, has been the favorite restaurant for my family…read moreto get a delicious meal in a welcoming atmosphere with friendly staff who know us personally and treat us like family. So when Mom turned 90, we knew that HBH would be the perfect place to hold her surprise birthday party! Manager Jasmine and chef Kelly made the entire process easy and fun. The decorations were very festive, and the food was so delicious and fresh! There was an assortment of sandwiches, salad with garden-fresh greens, a veggie tray with homemade ranch and dill dips (with dill fresh from the garden!), and a tray with sweet, perfectly-ripe fruit. Everyone commented on how tasty all of the food was, and many of the guests asked for "to go" boxes to take home the extras. The staff cut and served the cake and ice cream. There was a generous amount of food, and the price was even less than we expected. Many thanks to Jasmine, Kelly, and the staff at HBH for making Mom's 90th birthday truly memorable and fun for everyone! There's no better place in State College to have a delicious meal or a GREAT party!!!

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.

The cafe is very vibey. The lights are dim with lots of art and decor and lamps set around which…read morestill makes it a reasonable place to work. I had a French toast latte. It was good but definitely more coffee flavor than flavor French toast flavor. I had the pecan tassie which was so buttery and gooey. It was delicious and I would go back just for that. I went on a Thursday morning and it was extremely full. A nice lady let me share her table until one opened up but if it is regularly that full I don't know that I would be back.

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?

Food, service and ambiance were spot on!! There were six of us and none of us had issues with food…read moretemperature! I highly recommend Nittany Lion Inn to anyone looking for dining excellence!

I thought we were being punked but no--the 2 worst bartenders are working at this bar. Connie and…read moreAndy are far from the dynamic duo. Practically nonverbal, would not make eye contact and the bar was far from busy. Ridiculous.

State College bagel visit, part 2…read more Bagel Love Cafe is a small shop located on State College's Atherton Ave "business strip":outside of downtown. It's a small shop located in a small strip shopping center. In keeping with bagel visit part 1, I had a poppy seed bagel (toasted) with cream cheese. The bagel wasn't heavy on poppy seeds--which I always appreciate. The shop provided a generous schmear of cream cheese and--interestingly--sliced the bagel into quarters. Haven't seen that before. The bagel was super tasty and the service was great. Bagel Love is a small shop but also has ordering kiosks. ANOTHER great bagel find in State College that I definitely recommend. Nice selection of bagel flavors and associated breakfast sandwiches.

I was really excited for this place but got a little confused when we actually got there. Love…read moreself-ordering kiosks, but these ones didn't have the same menu as what was posted! No one offered any help, so we just settled on something else. The bagels were really yummy, just was a little awkward and I didn't get to try what I wanted to.

Been here quite a few times and ordered delivery as well. They are always on point! Service is fast…read moreand friendly. The place is very clean and the vibe is fun without being crazy loud. I really appreciate the speed and the willingness to bring more free chips! Normally I go straight for the tacos, which are always a hit. The specials on the back of the menu are SO worth checking out for some more unique finds. Today I tried a torta (forgive me forgetting the menu name) with birria that was absolutely fantastic. The combinations are also a great price, especially if you can make it for lunch. Of course, I'd be remiss if I didn't also mention the happy hour. You can get some great deals here and they have an excellent drink selection. Alongside the alcoholic beverages there are also non-alcoholic smoothies with the same flavor options as daiquiris, so great options there too!!

We're awash in Mexican restaurants where we currently reside, and I would be perfectly fine not…read moreeating in most of them: same boring menu of tacos, fajitas, refried beans and yellow rice. Plaza Mexican is a cut above most. The decore is eclectic, walls covered with a zany mix of brown gunite-like gravel, white and silver tile, faux brick, etc.--a definite Aztec vibe, I believe. We went there with one of our toddler grandsons and our daughter. We ordered table-side guacamole, enchiladas, street corn, fried plantains, and a novel Philly cheesesteak burrito. Well our little guy loved the guacamole, eating almost the entire bowl. For the adults, it could've used a lot more lime juice, and seasoning. The street corn was okay, but could have been sweeter. My burrito was a cheesy mix of lightly sautéed green peppers, onions, and queso cheese. I was slightly disappointed with the meat. It was definitely ground beef, and I expected more like a minute steak. But it was an interesting dish that I would probably order again. The menu said it had mushrooms, but they were hard to find. I washed it down with a draft Negra Modello. Our grandson and daughter liked their enchiladas. Our server was pleasant and on the ball; she gave us excellent service. You're lucky to have the plaza in town. I know it has been in business quite a while and they do a great job!