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1. Allen Street Grill
4.8
Exceptional(948)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • State College
Booked 21 times today
Located in the heart of downtown State College, our newly restored space offers an honest, no-fuss menu featuring modern American cooking. The bar program features classics-inspired craft cocktails and a thoughtfully curated biodynamic wine list including plentiful wines by the glass.Located on the second floor of Hotel State College, an iconic corner of hospitality in the community, the Grill has offered the community and alumni one of the grandest views of town and Penn State through floor-to-ceiling windows for more than 40 years. Thoughtfully restored and reimagined by new owners, Chef Karen Nicolas and the team set out to re-establish the Allen Street Grill as the epicenter of the downtown dining scene with a focus on local, quality ingredients and great hospitality.
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2. Federal Taphouse-State College
4.5
Awesome(200)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro Pub • State College
Booked 3 times today
A modern gathering place for great American scratch cooking. 100 Beers on tap and 10 Wines on tap!! Great place to book events with large parties. Be our guest!
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3. Mercato Mio - State College
4.2
Awesome(144)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • State College
Mercato Mio is an Italian inspired restaurant located inside the Hilton Garden Inn, just minutes from Penn State. We strive to design dishes with an Italian-like simplicity so that the quality of our ingredients and the care with which they are handled defines and distinguishes us. The perfect location for a night out with friends, a special celebration or even a romantic date night. Come join us Sunday through Saturday 4pm-10pm. Can't wait to see you!
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4. The Greek
4.5
Awesome(273)
Price: Moderate
• Greek • State College
Booked 3 times today
BYOB Authentic Greek Cuisine in State College, PA. After many years of serving the perfect American breakfast, The Original Waffle Shop's founder John Dimakopoulos brings his traditional Greek cuisine to you!From fresh and abundant vegetables to the most succulent kebabs, each dish has been perfected to showcase genuine Greek flavors.
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5. Fatoum Bistro
new
4.7
Exceptional(3)
Price: Moderate
• Middle Eastern • State College
At Fatoum Bistro, we’re proud to bring something truly special to State College—a bold fusion of Eastern and Western flavors that reflects our passion for both tradition and innovation. Our menu is carefully crafted to blend the richness of Middle Eastern cuisine with modern Western touches, creating dishes that are both comforting and unexpected. Every plate tells a story, and we can’t wait to share it with you.From bright, flavor-packed breakfasts to hearty, spice-driven lunch and dinner plates, everything we serve is made with love and inspired by family. The bistro is named after Fatoum, the mother of one of our founders, and her spirit of warmth and generosity lives in every corner of the space. Whether you’re joining us for a relaxed bite or a meal with loved ones, we’re here to make it memorable. Come experience a new kind of comfort food—rooted in heritage, reimagined for today
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6. Olde New York
4.3
Awesome(158)
Price: Moderate
• American • State College
Likening the era when pockets of immigrants settled in the boroughs of New York City and continued their old world traditions of camaraderie with wonderful food and warm hospitality. Here, at Olde New York, we hope to recreate that comfortable place for you to meet with your friends and family for traditional old world cuisine, fat deli sandwiches, savory salads and an array of refreshing beverages and splendid libations. So come on out to the old neighborhood and reacquaint yourself with the good times, good food and pleasantries of bygone years. Make Olde New York your neighborhood place.
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7. Red Lobster - State College
4.6
Exceptional(10)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • State College
Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.

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