My kids took mom and dad on an expedition on July 11th that involved the local Wild Animal…read moreSanctuary and then we went to the Rusty Rail for lunch. I had a brisket sandwich, wife had a really immense chicken salad. My son had a ruben sandwich and I can't remember what my daughter had. However, all the food was really great and I really did enjoy myself. After lunch my daughter took me to the Rusty Rail store and I bought a nice T-shirt. If you do buy a T-shirt, I want to say, while the shirts are great, wash up nice and feel really comfortable, make sure you buy an upsized shirt. Normally I take a large but I decided on an XL and I am glad I did because after washing the XL fits perfectly. And I got to speak with (I think either the manager or owner) about the music they were playing. They were playing songs from my favorite singer, Bob Seger. I have every Bob Seger song he ever published on either, CD, Cassette Tape (yeah, still got one that works), or vinyl record. Told him he needs to check out the Bob Seger song Little Victories. I actually have a vinyl record with just that song. It is the large 78 version. That was a rare find and I actually found that in Germany in the mid 80's. The song says a lot. Anyway, after speaking with the man, my daughter said I could pick out and mix my own six pack of beer. Let me tell you, Rusty Rail makes some really, really fantastic beer. I would have to say my two faovrites are Wolf King, a stout with coffee & oatmeal and the other is Fool's Gold, Peanut Butter Hefeweizen. Oh my God, those two are absolutely great beers. I should be living in Mifflinburg because I would be making a weekly stop at the Rusty Rail. And for all you ex-military people, the Rusty Rail does give a discount to military. I hope my kids take me to the Rusty Rail again next year. Oh, in case I did not say it. The kids took mom and dad to the Rusty Rail and the Wild Animal Sanctuary as a gift for our birthday's and Mother's Day and Father's Day. It just so happens my wife was born on Mother's Day and I was born the day after Father's Day. The atmosphere of the Rusty Rail is great, it is simply a real nice place to socialize. And as a compliment to the Rusty Rail, I want to add this. When I go out to eat, one of the first things I do is use the restroom. Why? To see how clean the restrooms are. If a venu's restrooms are dirty, find another place because if they can't keep the restrooms clean, then they don't care about your food much either. The restrooms at the Rust Rail were immaculately clean. JUST TO BE CLEAR, THE RESTROOMS AT THE RUSTY RAIL ARE IMMACULATELY CLEAN. Thank You Rusty Rail for a wonderful time with my family.

What an awesome brewery! The place is huge, with plenty of seating, but I definitely recommend…read moremaking a reservation. We tried stopping in once before and they were completely booked for the night. This time we planned ahead, made a reservation, and were seated right away. At the recommendation of our waitress, we all ordered the chicken and waffles special, and every single person loved it. It was absolutely delicious. I also had the Reuben soup and it was very tasty. They also have a wonderful beer selection. I tried the blueberry beer, which was very tasty with a smooth blueberry finish that really stood out. If you're looking for a great brewery with good food, great beer, and a fun atmosphere, I would definitely recommend checking this place out!

A classic American lunch special that made me feel guilty for paying so little for such a good…read moremeal. Preface: This is only about the burger lunch special. I don't drink alcohol so I can't speak to their bar or other food. 5/5 Food: where to start with the burger- its thick patty has a great crisp outside and medium inside and is graced by nicely cooked bacon, lettuce, tomato, cheese, and a proper amount of sauce. The fries are classic, semi mush-semi crisp fries with coarse grained salt. The meal with a delicious burger that outdoes any other I've had in state college, even those that cost close to $20. Walking out the door, the meal (fries, burger, drink) cost 8.05, and I was happy to leave a larger than 20% tip to make it $10 even. I challenge you to find a better burger in state college, regardless of price. Honestly, my MBA-trained senses obsessed over what their business model might be and I'm hoping that it was providing enough for the owners and staff. 3.5/5 Service: Friendly. It was really busy when we were there and it was a tad slow, but we also had a group that came in at different times. 4/5 Ambiance: nice-ish college bar inside, clean bathrooms. Only complaint is that the booth table was too tall for the chairs, I felt like I would have been better suited to kneel to eat my burger than sit (I had one friend who did kneel to meet the height of the table) Tl;DR Excellent burger; confusingly great value.

Second time here and I'm more practical with expectations. The sandwiches are as expected…read more I had fried chicken sandwich. For $3.50 you can get a million broken fries ( no fork) and for us the ketchups were all empty. It was funny watching other patrons track down ketchup. Seating is Lord of the Rings style, but you know that going in. Solid and expectations met, as 9 pm approaches, groups start coming as a changeover to a bar happens.

Vibes: Hip, clubby music…read more Food: Menu looked highly promising. Best dishes were the pork soup dumplings and coconut curry soup. Sushi satisfied the craving but was mid. Most disappointing were the drunken noodle and the pad thai. They were drenched and absolutely swimming in the salty sauce. Final Verdict: Would return and try other dishes but hard pass on the noodle dishes.

Wonderful birthday dinner tonight at Freshido. I started with a really nice Nikka Single Barrel…read morewhiskey neat, and B had an Eclipse Manhattan. I had their delicious miso soup, very flavorful with silky tofu. We then shared an order of soup dumplings, plump and tasty. B ordered the Hanky Panky roll and I had (of course it's my birthday!) the Omikase Sushi and Sashimi dinner. Chef Yang and his kitchen never disappoint. Thanks also to our server Mayumi for her attentive service and for my birthday crane.

My husband and I were in the area and decided to treat ourselves to a little date night!…read more We sat at the bar which was cozy and nice and enjoyed some great service along with very delicious food. We raved about the pierogies all night and my risotto and scallops were delicious! Our bartender and server was actually the owner of the restaurant and she was incredibly pleasant and her service was phenomenal! Definitely make your way out for delicious food and drinks! Cost: 3.5/5 Quality: 4.5/5 Experience: 5/5

Date night on a Tuesday night. Also, it was a 'Dine and Donate' night. Tonight, 10% of your meal…read moregoes toward supporting The Reading Public Library. Very admirable and apparently they do this often to support other causes, as well. We were happy to dine at a restaurant that cares about the local community. That's what got me (& my wife) in the door. Now, for the brass tacks: Atmosphere: Very nice looking place. Clean. Lively. Loved the front window open on a warm day and the outdoor seating as we walked in. Service: Hostess and Server were both very friendly, attentive and helpful. Both checked in on us, often. Which, for us, is super important not to feel forgotten. No problem here. Food: Uncorkd Burger (sub grilled chicken), Vegetable Risotto w/Salmon, Cheesesteak Egg Rolls, Homemade Vanilla Bread Pudding Cake & Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake. My wife said, convincingly, that the Grilled Chicken Burger was good. (and that's saying something. (She's super picky about chicken sandwiches) My Vegetable Salmon Risotto was terrific. Fresh, bright, creamy, & flavorful. The salmon may have been cooked slightly over, but only slightly. Cheesesteak Egg Rolls were very good. Not made in-house. The desserts were delicious. Bread pudding with Caramel Drizzle! Oh my! Light & Delicious. Stick Toffee Pudding Cake with a decadent dark chocolate sauce. Delightful. We took those desserts to go and had them at home. Delicious. Terrific experience, tonight. I would go back in a heartbeat. Certainly would recommend. 4.2

The Phyrst will always hold a special place in my heart. I grew up in State College, went to Penn…read moreState, and was lucky enough to bartend here back in the mid-'80s. These days I live in California, but every time I'm back home, I make it a point to stop in for a drink and a trip down memory lane. I met up with a few of my high school buddies on a Wednesday night while the students were away, so it wasn't packed but that actually made for a more relaxed night. The staff was upbeat and welcoming, and you could just tell everyone behind the bar was having a good time. There was a live acoustic band playing (though I didn't catch the name), which added a great vibe to the evening. The Phyrst is known for its nightly live music. The bar has been completely renovated since my time working there, and I have to say, the new layout is a huge improvement. It flows better and definitely handles a crowd more comfortably on busy nights. I even had the chance to chat with some of the bartenders and share a few stories from my time behind the bar. It's crazy how much has changed and how much has stayed the same. The Phyrst remains one of the most iconic bars in State College and has been a go-to spot for generations of Penn Staters. Whether you're a student, alum, or just passing through, it's a must-visit.

First and last bar in our trip to State College. We arrived Friday and our group was already…read morewaiting for us at Phyrst. Great beers, a restaurant downstairs, superb ambiance and plenty of room.

Stopped in for the second time in my life while nearby at a conference. Last time I gave them four…read morestars because the bartender was vacant. This time, the bartender was sooooo much better than that previous experience. Extremely pleasant and attentive. Got the Cajun Chicken Cheesesteak which was delicious. Fries were good, especially dipped in their new Camp Raystown wing sauce which I ordered on the side. If in the area, this will be a must visit again.

Have now visited twice and tonight was a lot less crowded then my first visit and a bit more…read morememorable. Our waitress was great, gave suggestions and kept checking in. We ordered calamari, wings and pizza... it was all cooked well and tasty. The calamari was a huge portion! Wings were cooked well and flavorful. Pizza was good, thick crust and lots of cheese. Sports bar atmosphere with tvs and some games for kids. Definitely a place to visit when in the area.

I ordered take out and it was ready and waiting when I got there, but far more important to me was…read morethe food itself. It was wonderful, and for someone with a wheat allergy, I was able to enjoy their rye toast with my eggs, and also with the veggie club sandwich I took back for lunch. I loved that the sandwich had pesto mayo on it, and the sandwich was to die for! I loved everything about this place (tho didn't eat there, but looked like locals were enjoying it) from the broccoli salad side to the pickles on side (when do pickles NOT make a great thing even better! ; ). The eggs were made as ordered, tasted great and the hash brown serving would make the hungriest of visitors full! I will definitely stop back next time I have to visit my bank nearby, Thanks to all, person who checked me out to person who took order were just as nice as you could want!

A nice spot in Montoursville. Went here a few weeks ago, wasn't too busy the day after a holiday…read more Staff was very friendly and service was good. They have a cool bar area with a bench. In my opinion, the menu is limited but maybe it's something that changes. I had the Santa Fe Cobb Salad. I did not like it at all, big chunks of cold carnitas. Dressing was off too. I would not order it again. Prices are reasonable. I would definitely go back though and try something else.

Our immediate family gathered in our hometown for our youngest sister's burial at Wildwood. We…read morechose Johnson's for our meal. What a charming place, a locals favorite, no doubt. Very comforting ambiance. My cabbage rolls were delicious, along with the scalloped potatoes. Very legit and not too much rice rather than beef in the rolls. I wish I would've gotten the roasted veggies; I hardly ate mine. Mike liked his stuffed pork chop meal and my sister enjoyed her fish dinner. Service was good and fast, not that we were rushed. Would go again!

Fun place to go for a drink. Friendly bartenders and staff. They have some local beers on tap.read more

We all love the Sock Tavern in loyalsock pa . The bartenders are very good ,a young woman named…read moreAllison waiting on us both times we were there . She made everyone in our group feel very welcome . I am a germaphobe and I have no problem returning to the Sock , the bar is constantly wiped with disinfectant and the restrooms are very clean .

One wanted breakfast and the other wanted lunch. Perfect spot for an indecisive couple. We sat at…read morethe counter. the ordered a breakfast sampler and I got a panini. Our waitress was great and so were the other staff. Definitely a busy place.

As much as I love my egg Benedict at diners this one has to be my worst so far in my travels…read more Took about 25 minutes to get my food on a fairly busy morning, upon arrival the plate was flooded with butter and had an off putting smell, Regardless ate one and it didn't taste good, Not sure how it's even possible to mess up a egg Benedict that badly but wouldn't recommend. Also to note, I brought this up to the waitress attention and was dismissed and didn't offer to replace or substitute it with anything else. Glad I ain't coming back here again