Wow, what a wonderful surprise! We stopped in on a football Sunday and we're able to sit right…read moreaway. Service was SO friendly, very warm, knowledgeable and competent. Our server steered us to the best on the menu. The portions are huge. Omelet was stuffed with crispy bacon, egg platters were fresh and hot. The pancakes were just ok - too much vanilla for our taste and were thick. This might be your thing. The bacon was unbelievable. Crisp from end to end! Breakfast potatoes were perfect and well seasoned. Hats off to the chef. We will absolutely be back. Great find!

Found this place accidentally and I am glad we did! Cute interior, good service…read more I had the Junction chicken Sandwich (pretzel crusted chicken with pickle chips and a mustard cheese sauce). My only gripe with this is that it was too salty. Had it been less it would have been fantastic, but the salt was the majority of the flavor. Where they really excelled was in the Red potato salad - one of the best potato salads I have ever had. I would be a regular if I lived in the area just for this. Great place, if you are in the area make sure you check it out!

Sometimes the best adventures involve an unexpected stop for breakfast. And sometimes that…read morebreakfast involves a sticky bun so good that you immediately start questioning why you don't eat more sticky buns. While passing through McAlisterville on our way to another adventure, my adventure buddy and I found ourselves hungry and looking for breakfast. A quick internet search led us to Bread of Life Restaurant, a family-owned establishment that's been serving home-cooked comfort food since 2003. The photos looked promising, so we decided to give it a shot! We arrived around 10:30am on a Friday morning, and goodness, was this place busy! There were still tables available, but plenty of folks were enjoying breakfast and conversation. Clearly, we weren't the only ones who thought this was a good place to start the day. The atmosphere was cozy and welcoming, with a relaxed, community-oriented feel. We settled in and started investigating the menu. First order of business? A sticky bun with walnuts. To share. This was non-negotiable. And it may have been the best decision we made all morning! Our sticky bun arrived warm and already cut in half, thoughtfully served on two separate plates. I absolutely loved that little touch! No awkward cutting or negotiating over who got the bigger half. Just two happy people with their own portions of sticky bun. And was it good! Perfectly soft, perfectly sweet and generously adorned with walnuts. Easily one of the best sticky buns I've had in quite a while. We were off to an excellent start! Next came the actual breakfast decisions. I'd been craving scrapple, but unfortunately, our server explained they'd been out of it for about a week. Well, shoot. So much for that plan! Fortunately, there were plenty of other options, and I quickly pivoted to scrambled egg whites, sausage and sourdough toast. My adventure buddy ordered two dippy eggs, bacon, rye toast and a tall glass of milk. When our food arrived, everything looked wonderful. Hearty portions, beautifully cooked bacon and sausage, perfectly toasted bread and eggs prepared just the way we'd ordered them. Now, breakfast isn't necessarily complicated, but I've visited enough restaurants to know that some places still manage to get it wrong. Bread of Life is NOT one of those places! Everything was delicious, satisfying and exactly what we wanted from a good, home-cooked breakfast. Our server was attentive throughout the meal, checking in regularly to make sure we had everything we needed. And the best part? Our entire breakfast, including that glorious sticky bun, came to around $25! Two full bellies, a wonderful breakfast and a very reasonable bill. That's my kind of adventure fuel! Bread of Life has a Christian-themed atmosphere and a menu filled with traditional comfort food, including plenty of lunch and dinner options. I can't personally speak to those meals, but based on our breakfast experience, I'd certainly be interested in returning to investigate. If you're traveling through McAlisterville and looking for a hearty, reasonably priced breakfast in a friendly, welcoming environment, Bread of Life is absolutely worth considering. And whatever you order, do yourself a favor and get the sticky bun with walnuts. Trust me on this one. We came in hungry, left happy and headed off to our next adventure with full bellies and absolutely no regrets. Well, except maybe not ordering a second sticky bun for the road!

The service is always excellent. The food is amazing! You really can't go wrong with any…read moreselection. Their baked oatmeal with cinnamon pecans is delicious!!! Great for breakfast, lunch and dinner! A+

Every time we go here now we are greeted by their very friendly staff and they visit a few minutes…read more Very homey comforting food. Did I mention the loaded fries will make you slap yo'momma!? No seriously. .they rock! The apple dumplings are so good...they run out frequently. They do a great job. Most everything is made right there. Definitely delicious. Convenient location. My favorite is the Buffalo Chicken Cheesesteak. ..don't understand the bad review from other user but this is what I drive there for! And the fries! I've worked in food service for the majority of my life...these people are doing it right.

Biggest surprise, our breakfast was over $70 for 3 people. Came in for early morning breakfast…read more Hole in the wall feel, including a taxidermy mountain lion wearing a Penn State scarf. Cute kitsch decor. I tried the scrapple and it was fried to perfection, biscuits and gravy were good too. Server was luke warm but responsive. Maybe we caught them on an off day.

After being recommended by two nearby shops to stop into this place for lunch, my mother and I were…read morenot disappointed! This was without a doubt, the BEST breakfast sandwich I've ever had. The steak was fresh, the cheese was perfectly melted and overall the sandwich was very hot on arrival to our table. Same goes for the ciabatta sandwich! The tea was not too tart or sweet, and was perfectly balanced! The staff were incredibly kind and the entire building was warm and inviting. I will 100% take the 1.5 hour drive back out there again.

Wish they more variety in what they offered. Stopped in today and it's just all sandwiches. They…read morehave a couple things in the window for bakery like items but there's no actual breakfast items. Was hopping to see something like waffles, French toast, pancakes, anything that wasn't just another sandwich of a bunch of stuff. Lovely shop with a beautiful atmosphere. Just a very disappointing menu with limited options for someone who wants a basic breakfast. Very popular spot had lots of people in there today. The service from the workers was incredibly friendly and they work fast!

Went in for breakfast. Food and coffees were awesome and our server was excellent. Definitely…read morerecommend.

Delicious food and super friendly service. So many great options on the menu and awesome coffee!…read moreHighly recommend the French toast.

The Walnut Cheese Nook is so much more than a small country store and visitors will be surprised at…read morewhat they find after walking through the door. In addition to fresh baked goods and usual items found in most rural stores/delis, the WCN offers a full breakfast and lunch menu featuring a variety of items to satisfy most hungers. Breakfast items range from stuffed 3-meat (bacon, sausage, & ham) breakfast burritos to pancakes/French toast. The hoagies, Panini's, salads, and hot entrees are prepared fresh and are very filling. The highlight of the WCN is the full service gourmet coffee shop which was install about a year ago. I can honestly say the Mocha's and specialty coffees are delicious and far surpass those being offered in fancier "chain" coffee shops. In addition to the great food and beverages, the friendliness of the employees helps to create an environment where everyone is welcome! So if you are traveling between Harrisburg and State College take a short 10 minute detour off your trip to enjoy a tasty scone and wash it down with a great cup of coffee! (Plus you pass the Juniata Valley Winery on your way!)

Delicious food. Great breakfasts. Good coffee and home baked good . Rural setting, lots of…read moreparking.

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!

Doesn't look like much when you walk by , but you definitely have to stop in for breakfast one day!…read moreGreat workers, great food what could go wrong. When I stoped in for breakfast I ordered one pancake. Now your thinking what's that going to do. Well, little cafes one pancake is a GIANT ONE!!! And you can take your food home that you don't finish. Always nice customers , happy people , great place!! MUST STOP IN!!

Heads-up, this cute little lunch counter only accepts cash…read more Quant, small town feel with friendly service. Menu has your basic diner options - breakfast until 11 am (opens at 5 am), soups, sandwiches, salads, wraps and plates. Co-worker enjoyed his Philly cheesesteak - nice bread, melty cheese and quality meat. I had a bowl of the homemade beef noodle soup and the chicken sandwich. Wonderful lunch.

Rolled into Mechanicsburg Breakfast & Pizzeria at the extremely conventional breakfast hour…read moreof...5pm on a Friday. I was the only diner in the place, which honestly made me feel like I had just rented out a private pizza studio. Bonus: plenty of free parking right out front because it's tucked into a little strip mall. Before I even ordered, the menu caught my attention--an eclectic mashup of pizza and tacos, with breakfast versions of both served all day long. It's honestly the kind of menu you'd expect to stumble upon in a dream where the universe says, "Go ahead, choose joy." I originally planned to be "responsible" and just grab a slice to test the waters, but they didn't have any slices ready and would've had to make an entire pizza just for me. That felt like a sign from the Universe to stop lying to myself. If they were firing up the oven anyway, why not go big? So I took the cosmic hint and ordered their semi-Instagram-famous Mexican Breakfast Pizza: eggs, chorizo, mozzarella, cheddar... a 10" "personal" pizza (their wording, not mine) for $14. Twist my arm. Drinks live in the cooler by the door and you just grab whatever you want and pay at the end. As I was mid-debate between soda and water, the guy behind the counter popped out from behind the curtain and said, "Hey, since you're getting a breakfast pizza, if you want juice... orange, cranberry, apple... you can have it!" Sir. Apple juice is basically the secret key to my heart. SOLD. He also mentioned they have games and coloring books available--apparently dominoes is the crowd favorite here. Unexpected and charming. A little sign on my table caught my eye: "If you love it, leave a nice review." Challenge accepted. This place was already earning every star. Placed my order at 5:02, snagged a seat by the window to watch the sunset fade and the traffic chaos whirl by. The sign on the wall said "GOOD vibes, GREAT flavors," and let me tell you: an accurate mission statement. At 5:20, my pizza emerged in all its glory--and it. was. stunning. The crust hit that sweet middle ground between thin and deep dish: sturdy, doughy, beautifully crisped on the edges, and wonderfully yeasty. The eggs-to-cheese ratio was perfection, and the chorizo? A knockout. Spicy, chunky, far more personality than the usual breakfast-pizza sausage situation. I ate 1.5 slices and boxed up the rest, which will easily feed me for another three days because, yes, I believe in leftovers as a lifestyle. As I was leaving, the man behind the counter introduced himself--Sebastian--and he had been nothing but attentive, kind, and genuinely invested in making sure I had a great experience. Service like that sticks with you. Total damage: $22.26 including tip. For great food, even better service, and days of leftovers? That's what I call winning. I'll definitely be back--probably at another totally normal breakfast hour.

My first time here today and these people are some of the nicest restaurant owners I've ever met…read more Barely open a week, I really wish much success for this restaurant. Order at the counter and your food is brought out promptly. The owner made sure everything was good and kept asking if I needed anything. Making customers feel important is, well, important, so I'm glad they aim to please. Pizza slice was really good, could've been a bit more well done, but that's my preference. The birria quesadilla and (thick) consommé were out of this world excellent. Can't wait to come back and have that again and try some other dishes. All day breakfast is cool and a nice option to have in this area. Try this place and see for yourself.

Breakfast was great. Perfect start to the day. Great to be at a local place and get a home cooked…read moremeal. We will be back.

We were in the area and thought the place looked good. Was worried when the parking lot was full…read morebut there were plenty of seats. Service was quick, food was super tasty and at a good price! I'm glad I only ordered one piece of French toast, it was huge!!