Guidebook for State College

Jennifer & Bill
Jennifer & Bill
Guidebook for State College

Food Scene

We love this place because: the food is absolutely delicious, the staff is super friendly, the prices are reasonable, there are many healthy options to choose from, you have the option of BYO or you can purchase wine from a local winery, and best of all - it's within walking distance to the house! That's right, just take a right on McKee street and follow the paved walkway all the way to Clinton Ave. Its only open for dinner (5-9) Monday through Saturday, but is owned by the same people that run our favorite breakfast and lunch place, The Waffle Shop, which is right next door!
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The Greek
102 Clinton Ave
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We love this place because: the food is absolutely delicious, the staff is super friendly, the prices are reasonable, there are many healthy options to choose from, you have the option of BYO or you can purchase wine from a local winery, and best of all - it's within walking distance to the house! That's right, just take a right on McKee street and follow the paved walkway all the way to Clinton Ave. Its only open for dinner (5-9) Monday through Saturday, but is owned by the same people that run our favorite breakfast and lunch place, The Waffle Shop, which is right next door!
Best breakfast in town and within walking distance to the house! Not sure what to get? Our favorites include the Eggs Florentine and the French Delight, but their cinnamon rolls and blueberry muffins make for excellent starters! This place only accepts cash, though, so come prepared.
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The Original Waffle Shop North
1229 N Atherton St
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Best breakfast in town and within walking distance to the house! Not sure what to get? Our favorites include the Eggs Florentine and the French Delight, but their cinnamon rolls and blueberry muffins make for excellent starters! This place only accepts cash, though, so come prepared.
Seasonal Offering - PA ON THE PATIO (starting 5/26/2017) Every Friday (weather permitting) this summer, join us for PA on the Patio at The Nittany Lion Inn! Enjoy a curated selection of Pennsylvania micro-brews and chef-inspired grilled tapas featuring the very best in seasonal fruits, vegetables, and local meats like bison bratwurst, chicken, and brisket grilled to perfection.
Nittany Lion Inn
200 West Park Avenue
Seasonal Offering - PA ON THE PATIO (starting 5/26/2017) Every Friday (weather permitting) this summer, join us for PA on the Patio at The Nittany Lion Inn! Enjoy a curated selection of Pennsylvania micro-brews and chef-inspired grilled tapas featuring the very best in seasonal fruits, vegetables, and local meats like bison bratwurst, chicken, and brisket grilled to perfection.
This place is in the heart of downtown and makes everything fresh, including their delicious coffee, smoothies, scones, and of course, bagels!
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Irvings Bagels
110 E College Ave
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This place is in the heart of downtown and makes everything fresh, including their delicious coffee, smoothies, scones, and of course, bagels!

Drinks & Nightlife

Good Happy Hour prices and and pitcher specials, reasonably priced appetizers, and open seating to the street it you're lucky enough to snag it!
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Bill Pickles Tap Room
106 S Allen St
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Good Happy Hour prices and and pitcher specials, reasonably priced appetizers, and open seating to the street it you're lucky enough to snag it!

Parks & Nature

Get some exercise by running the nature trail or doing some exciting mountain biking (bikes provided) or maybe just enjoying a more low-key hike through the woods. Whichever you choose, the beauty and serenity of the Arboretum Trailhead is just a block away!
Arboretum Trailhead
998 McKee St
Get some exercise by running the nature trail or doing some exciting mountain biking (bikes provided) or maybe just enjoying a more low-key hike through the woods. Whichever you choose, the beauty and serenity of the Arboretum Trailhead is just a block away!
Take a short-cut through the field at the end of Ferguson Avenue (but don't scale the fence!) and you'll find the beautiful Arboretum at Penn State!
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The Arboretum at Penn State
Bigler Road
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Take a short-cut through the field at the end of Ferguson Avenue (but don't scale the fence!) and you'll find the beautiful Arboretum at Penn State!

Essentials

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GIANT Food Stores
2222 E College Ave
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Wegmans
345 Colonnade Blvd
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Everything Else

Nittany Beverage Co
139 N Patterson St
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Pletcher's Beer Distributor
330 W Aaron Dr
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Sightseeing

The sundial at The Arboretum is a large-scale, granite sculpture that serves as a functionally accurate timepiece and artistic attraction. Created by sculptor Mark Mennin in 2011, the sculpture consists of 25 large, custom-shaped “digit” stones and a 9-foot high “gnomon.” The upper edge of the gnomon casts the shadow that is used to tell time. Hours are indicated by variously colored inlays in the stones. While everyone can enjoy the artistry of the Myers Sundial, the functionality of the timepiece introduces a complexity that requires explanation. Directions for reading the sundial are provided in an interpretive sign next to the sundial and a brochure is available in the Botanic Gardens.
Joel N. Myers Sundial
The sundial at The Arboretum is a large-scale, granite sculpture that serves as a functionally accurate timepiece and artistic attraction. Created by sculptor Mark Mennin in 2011, the sculpture consists of 25 large, custom-shaped “digit” stones and a 9-foot high “gnomon.” The upper edge of the gnomon casts the shadow that is used to tell time. Hours are indicated by variously colored inlays in the stones. While everyone can enjoy the artistry of the Myers Sundial, the functionality of the timepiece introduces a complexity that requires explanation. Directions for reading the sundial are provided in an interpretive sign next to the sundial and a brochure is available in the Botanic Gardens.