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    Irving's

    3.6 (166 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    IRVING'S ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for working

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    Shane C.

    Place was busy this morning around 1030am. No seats were available to eat in but that was OK because my order was to go. It is a place an order and listen for your number to be called type of place so be sure to pay attention. They don't call a number more than once and I saw food sit waiting for the customer for extended periods of time. Food itself is very good, bagels are worth the visit, I went with tomato basil and it did not disappoint. Not 5 stars because I ordered a capacuino with vanilla and there was no vanilla taste to the drink. Would I go back, for sure.

    Pork roll, egg, and cheese
    Will M.

    Big breakfast spot full of Penn state students. Felt like a Panera but open concept and more affordable. A lot of coffee flavor curious. Everything in the sandwiches tastes fresh. Pesto sandwhich had too many onions.

    Pumpkin Cream Cheese Tub

    Absolutely love this place! Their bagels are so good!!! I'm obsessed with the pumpkin cream cheese, it's honestly perfection. The egg and cheese is also really good, always fresh and satisfying. I recently had to go gluten-free, and I was nervous I'd have to give up my favorite breakfast spot, but their gluten-free bagel is actually pretty great too! So happy I can still enjoy my go-to order here. Highly recommend!

    Breakfast Special (tomato basil bagel)
    Killian M.

    Bagel sandwiches are great here- a true Penn State experience. The bagels themselves are the star of the show, as I believe they're made in house and they're just amazing. Nothing mind blowing but a damn good bagel shop.

    New menu, prices as of January 12, 2025

    In 2024 I reviewed Irvings on Google. Now January 2025, they've pared down their offerings and changed their prices, but Irvings remains the best place to get a fresh, authentic bagel in central Pennsylvania. Here's my edited review: A New York bagel shop just across the street from Old Main, Irvings is a great place for incredible breakfast/lunch fare while catching the Penn State vibe. Home of State College's best and IMO only authentic bagels, they are crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, with a selection from plain to Everything. Irvings has lots of cream cheeses and sandwich selections (the Breakfast Special served all-day long), awesome bread and pastries too. Then there's the drinks, from steaming coffee and teas to smoothies, soda and plenty of bottled drinks. The main-stay staff knows their stuff; student staff members come and go, and seem to enjoy themselves while working which makes for a better experience. It's my go-to spot for family breakfasts, coffee with colleagues or clients, or a quick bite with friends. I love Irvings!

    November 2022 front entrance
    Randy R.

    Bagels are fresh and tasty. We ordered 2 breakfast bagels (pork roll egg and cheese and sausage egg and cheese), a cup of coffee, and a juice. Sandwiches are made to order, the place was busy, but the service was fast. The in-house coffee blend was really good, as I expected, because on the menu board under Hot Drinks, it is listed as "Really Good Coffee" Giving 4 stars for the bagels and the coffee. Wpuld have been 5 stars, the bagels are on point but one one egg, one slice of cheese, 2 thin slices of pork roll and the sausage was thin and not very flavorful. I'd go back, but I'd order extra meat and cheese.

    The breakfast bagel was very good!  They must steam them, this one is with Canadian bacon and jalapeños cheese to spice it up a bit!
    Jeff D.

    Great place to get a bagel sandwich! Several options to choose from. Great service with a local college town vibe!

    Downstairs Sitting area
    Nicole F.

    My family came to State College to visit friends, so we decided to take a day to buy PSU souvenirs for our family back home. Started our day here at Irving's with bagel sandwiches and coffee. Omg the tomato and bacon on my bagel was amazing. Loved the coffee, it was perfect for a morning stroll down College Ave shopping. The line goes by fast and if the tables in the main area are full, walk on downstairs for a cool, quiet sitting area. Lots of college students studying and gathering in this area, loved it!

    Breakfast Sandwiches
    Abigail B.

    Absolutely love this place! My friend and I come every Tuesday after class! Amazing bagels and a super cute spot! Service is quick considering it's usually super busy. Favorite bagel spot in state college!

    Breakfast Sandwiches - got mine with bacon and a sadly seasoned everything bagel
    Abi B.

    I hadn't heard great things about Irving's but that was mostly from folks who had eaten their catered food, not been to the restaurant itself. I decided to try it on a Saturday morning on my walk to work and got a nice big breakfast sandwich (they serve them all day) and a muffin. I think total I spent about $11 for these two items which is a lot, but I enjoyed my sandwich quite a bit. I chose an everything bagel and bacon, then also asked if they could add Mayo to it. The girl taking my order I think got confused because they have pesto Mayo and regular Mayo and in my effort to clarify I just wanted regular, she put both down. The only unfortunate thing is pesto Mayo adds 50 cents to the order, but it tasted good so I wasn't too upset, just something to be aware of. I also asked about mustard because what's a breakfast sandwich without condiments? She said she didn't know if they had mustard so I let it go, and then saw some to go packets of it by the napkins. The sandwich itself was a good size for the price and while it wasn't breathtaking or the best I've ever had, it was delicious and got me off to a good start that day. The muffin was also good, but again nothing remarkable. The restaurant area was a bit busy on a Saturday morning but they still had open seats everywhere and more in the basement. They got my order out quickly and I was on my way (took it to go). I'll probably go back, mainly because it's convenient on my walk to work and good bang for your buck with the food, but it's a solid 3 stars for service and overall food quality and restaurant vibes. Not bad at all, but also not super special.

    All the good stuff ... no corners cut
    Bill L.

    I try to visit Irving's on each visit to State College, as the bagels are among the best I've ever had, and I often order some extra to take home as well. The Turkey bagel is my favorite sandwich -- real turkey, not lunch meat! Highly recommend!

    Iced Latte, Bagel and Garlic and Herb Cream Cheese
    Nina L.

    I love Irving's breakfast special with garlic cream cheese. Iced latte was a bit light to milk. It's quite noisy around lunch time.

    Lox and Cream Cheese Sandwich
    Kaddy R.

    Irving's is a really cute bagel shop and study space. I recommend the bagel sandwiches!

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    I love this place. The food is always great and fresh, even though it's ran by college kids they are respectful and organized

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    Every time I visit State College I visit Irving's. Best Bagel in State College hands down. Will visit every time I go back.

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    Pretty decent bagels for State College. Enjoy the tough crust but inside could be chewier.

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    Food was wonderful best bagel I've had in a long time it's defiantly worth the trip although it can be a bit crowded.

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