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    Original Waffle Shop

    4.4 (348 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Cheese omelette with pancakes
    Abby S.

    This place is a classic for a reason. I recommend this location especially, the service is really fast and friendly, plus the parking is a good bonus. The food is really fairly priced and delicious. They have an expansive breakfast menu, of course anchored by the waffles. I went with a cheese omelet and loved how high quality the ingredients were. The bacon was really great as well. I also want to specifically mention the coffee, which is leaps and bounds above most diner coffee. Our lovely server topped it off often, and it was worth the very affordable price! Love this place and wish I could come for breakfast every day.

    Eggs and bacon
    Vee R.

    First time visit during Penn State Family Weekend! A bit of a wait so we went to the next restaurant close by. Family of 3, had coffee which was fresh, and we all ordered waffles! Eggs ordered soft with cheese, and the bacon was thick and yummy, Great place for waffles!!

    Scrumptious blueberry pancakes
    Mark R.

    Kudos to Johnny Dima...and the talented cooks at the Original Waffle Shop (OWS) for their trifecta of consistency, quality and value in serving up the best breakfast/lunch offerings around. For many decades I might add. We stopped by a few days ago for breakfast and left very satisfied! I decided to get blueberry pancakes from the weekday special menu--a great bargain for three large cakes loaded with fresh blueberries. Probably the best blueberry pancakes I've ever eaten. They had a great flavor and just the right texture to impart a melt in your mouth experience. Our daughter was pleased with her Greek omelette and whole wheat toast. My only suggestion concerns the tomatoes (admittedly used in the platter as sort of a garnish); they were a bit pale in color, and lacking a homegrown flavor. Surely, some locally grown tastier tomatoes are available this time of year. My wife ordered her go to: pecan waffles. The OWS always delivers on waffles. Crispy on the outside yet fluffy on the inside. The OWS is a State College institution and a consensus winner in the best breakfast competition. No one comes close in offering the best breakfast money can buy! Note: as the pictures will attest, we did some food sharing.

    Emma 21st Bday breakfast with a veggie omelette
    Margie K.

    We took her granddaughter Tuesday morning on 2/25 for 21st birthday breakfast and she is a student at Penn State and had never been there. It was great. All of her food was good. Service was great. Resturant was clean. Would certainly go back.

    Waffle
    Shawn C.

    Clea and fast service. Large selection of meals and of course the main selection is waffles. Fruit toppings or flavored syrups. Waffle were prepared nicely crust with soft center. Eggs and toast were good and toast had a flavorful butter.

    Blueberry waffle
    Melissa R.

    There was a long line outside the Waffle Shop. That's how they do it there. You wait in line until a table is available. Yet, despite how long the line was, we only waited about 15 minutes to be seated. Keep in mind that there's almost always a line at the Waffle Shop. The restaurant serves just breakfast and lunch but has an extensive menu. We both decided to order the blueberry waffle and coffee along with a side of sausage. This place is bustling but service was quick and friendly. The waffle was huge with blueberries baked in. Delicious! No wonder they're always so busy.

    Chocolate chip waffle - yum
    Brian M.

    Is this place worth the line? Yes it is. This is a terrific breakfast place is you are hungry for a big breakfast. The food is great as is the service. Our coffee cups stayed full to match our bellies. The waffle is good, but the eggs and chopped ham with the delicious potatoes and a pancake too was the winner. Overall great experience. Saw a number of students nursing hangovers but also a bunch of locals enjoying a great breakfast. Will be back when I am in town.

    Told you this was good
    Tabs T.

    This is bussing food like really really good food the wait is long but its really good and the service is fast nice and friendly

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    7 months ago

    Cute restaurant. Breakfast was pretty good too! We had omelets. They were really tasty & cheesy! Great service!

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    Gail, our waitress was kind, attentive and amazing. oh and the food was excellent too

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    It's a nice college town diner. Service was friendly and the breakfast was great. Would certainly go back. My son likes it as well.

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    Just great and clean and quick service with a smile! Food was perfect and prices good. We'll be back!!!

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    Very good food. Had two grandsons with us and they really liked it. They seem to be really busy but got seats right away.

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    Delicious food, fast and friendly service. Perfect breakfast spot right downtown. Highly recommend!

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    Best diner in State College. If you're looking for a great breakfast, look no further!

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