27 Best American Restaurants in State College

“I used to say that there were very few good restaurants in State College.... Well now there's one more that's bringing up that number. I've never had a better bowl of chilli than here! Awesome, lean, and tender brisket, and so many good sides it's hard to choose! Reasonable prices and generous portions! Worth every bite!“

“The place to go before the football game! Great Saturday morning eats. Sooo good!! Our server Jasmine was amazing. Her hospitality made us feel at home. She was very knowledgeable about the menu as well. Shout out to her!! We had the pecan pancakes, the waffle and regular pancakes. All top notch!! 10 out 10. The only downside is the line and wait to get in. Waited for 45 mins but it was worth it. Check them out. Highly recommended“

“Highly encourage making a reservation. Excellent atmosphere in an upscale yet relaxed environment. The menu is French leaning and delicious.“

“Went to Perkins for lunch today. Morgan R 188 was our server. She is positive, friendly and a great waitress. We love Perkins.“

“Stopped in last Sunday, and the food was great. We had an awesome server Kimberly. She was very good at her job. Very nice meal. Would go back for sure.“

“Becky organized our reunion dinner for 30 people perfectly. Everything about the Allen Street Grill is well detailed, from the welcoming ambience, to the impeccable and friendly service, to the well curated wine and cocktail collection, and the creative and talented kitchen. This is THE place to dine in State College.“

“Colorado prime and sweetvpotato fries was amazing. Christy, our waitress was the ,best. Definitely be back to try dinnet“

“Always worth a trip when in State College. Staff are accommodating and friendly. Hard workers and show it.“

“This is one of my absolute favorite restaurants in State College. The food is always fantastic and no matter what I order I am always delighted with my meal! Our server, Andy, is great and always efficient, happy and polite. Can’t wait to return and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend to anyone looking for somewhere to eat in State College!!“

“I visited this restaurant after traveling from Michigan. I took a seat at the bar and I was greeted by the bartended immediately. She was very friendly and had a nice personality. Definitely a good choice for a bartender! The restaurant was nice and clean. I ordered a beer and a steak. Overall the meal was very good. Steak was cooked just right, fries were tasty and the broccoli was good too.
However, while the steak was very good, it had a tendon running through it that I couldn’t even cut with a steak knife. I just had to eat around it. Kind of a bummer.“

“Went here last month and had such a relaxing evening! Our waiter was so nice and genuinely enthusiastic, which made it even better. The place is much bigger than it looks from the outside, and the walls are lined with really sophisticated, historic artwork. Everything we ordered was high quality, but the highlights were definitely the Papas Bravas for an appetizer and the Bolognese for an entrée - seriously delicious. The layout was a little quirky since it felt like we were sitting across from the other table more than each other, but it didn’t ruin the vibe at all. Overall, this restaurant is great for a nice night out.“

“If you're looking for a place to hold a bridal shower or similar event, I'd highly recommend RE Farm! I had my bridal shower there and everything from start to finish was fantastic. The team was easy to work with, the food was fantastic, and my bridesmaids had very little to do because of how much the restaurant staff took care of. I also thought everything was very affordable, especially considering how much you get. I worked with Duke and Greg, and they both were incredibly willing to work with me on event details to make it both in my price range and what I wanted the day to look like. The venue is also beautiful and we really didn't need to add very much of our own decor at all. I received a ton of compliments from my guests about how wonderful the shower was and how the food was delicious. Can't recommend highly enough!!!“

“Had a great lunch today. Ribs were delicious along with the sides. Our waitress Jese was terrific! Answered questions about food, made recommendations, and was pleasant. Sorry I don’t live in the area because I’d return!“

“This hotel is a solid option for this side of town. We stay here when visiting my family at the retirement home directly across the street. Clean room, comfy beds, small but clean bathroom. Good work space. Small fridge but no microwave. Coffee pot in the room. They serve breakfast made to order in the lobby, but we didn't eat there, so I cannot comment on the food. Didn't use the indoor pool, but it looked like a good option for swimming a few laps. Adequate parking spaces available. My feeling is that the price point is just a bit high for what you get, the only fault I can find with this hotel.“

“King room very clean quick check in. Reasonably priced.“

“We came for dinner with a group of 16 while in town for a swim meet. Some restaurants struggle with large groups but not this place! Our waitress was absolutely fantastic at making sure everyone had what they needed. The atmosphere was perfect for a group. The main takeaway from the entire group was that the FOOD WAS INCREDIBLE! Two of the chefs, Alec and Quinn, came out to the table to make sure everything was ok and even answered questions about some of the dishes. The adults were loving the crafted cocktails and the kids loved the desserts! If you’re looking for a farm to table style restaurant that provides great service and pays attention to all the details-this is it!“

“It’s hard to find an atmosphere where mom and dad can chill while the toddler is welcome- but we found our new spot! A kid friendly brewery with delicious beer and appetizers was a win for all. We can’t wait to go back!“

“Had a great experience with our waitress Lyndsey! She has the menu completely memorized, was quick and checked in on us during service. She deserves a new name tag! Soo whoever manages this social media needs to read this and then show me a picture of her wearing it! You've got a great team member there, don't underestimate that!“

“The manager Jasmine Corey went above and beyond to help us in addressing an issue with our order. She was so kind and willing to help! Our 1/2 ham tasted a bit off, as it was far too salty, even a few layers deeper. I felt bad having to bring it back in for an exchange, but Jasmine alleviated my embarrassment. She even surprised me by taking different hams to the back to cut off pieces for me to try. That ensured we got a good ham, and sure enough this ham tasted so much better! The replacement ham we got this year brought back all of our fond memories of Honey Baked Ham. I really appreciate that our local store is run by Jasmine. She is the hero who saved our Thanksgiving feast. 😊“

“King room very clean quick check in. Reasonably priced.“

“Wonderful food and excellent wait staff!!“

“Visiting from out of town for a football game and decided on Champs for some pre-game noms. Service was decent and quick. Big establishment with tons of seating suitable to all group sizes. Plentiful TV's with all the games on. Food was tasty... Spicy wings weren't spicy at all but still yummy. Unfortunately fries were the only meat/dairy free option so maybe not the best for those with dietary restrictions... Definitely a good game day spot though.“

“Great cheesesteaks, not too crowded“

“The best in town! We always order the the load fries with brisket, baby rib rack, and some brisket a side, and they've never failed us!“

“Eat here a lot. Food is excellent and all the beers are amazing also.Highly recommended.“

“Three weeks ago my wife and I ordered the Saturday Prime Rib. The food was excellent and the price was exceptionally reasonable. A week later we tried the Prime Rib buffet at the Penn Stater Gardens. First the price was double that of Celebrities and the Prime Rib was only half as good. This past Friday we returned to Celebrities. My wife felt like having something different and the menu did not disappoint. If your looking for great food at a reasonable price you'll find it at Celebrities. We go out to eat once a week and this is the best we have found in the State College area.“

“We had the pleasure of dining at Gigi’s for dinner recently. The menu is very creative containing dishes we haven’t experienced previously. Quite an array of different cocktails that were creative as well. The food was excellent, but I’d say the drinks were a bit on the small size with the one large ice cube helping to make it look like a more generous pour. The different Old Fashioned drinks ranged from $14-$20, which I felt excessive. I’d call the atmosphere “spirited “ as it certainly was not quite fine dining. I would go back without hesitation.“