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    1. A photo of The Tavern Restaurant restaurant

      The Tavern Restaurant

      $$$$
      Contemporary American
      4.8
      (219)
      The Tavern Restaurant has proudly served downtown State College, Pennsylvania since 1948.
      A newly renovated historic institution, The Tavern specializes in contemporary classic American cuisine in the ambiance of a colonial tavern. Join us for elevated comfort food, timeless cocktails and first class service.
    2. A photo of Lionne - The Nittany Lion Inn restaurant

      Lionne - The Nittany Lion Inn

      $$$$
      American
      4.7
      (235)
      At Lionne, each dish is meticulously crafted with the freshest regional ingredients, celebrating Central Pennsylvania’s bounty of small farms and culinary artisans. From classic Inn dishes to exquisite plated creations, our menu reflects a dedication to superior quality.
      *We do not accept reservation for patio season*
    1. A photo of Grace at the Carnegie restaurant

      Grace at the Carnegie

      $$$$
      Contemporary French / American
      4.5
      (758)
      Grace at Carnegie House is a local favorite for Italian-inspired cooking built around handmade pasta, prime cuts, and thoughtful flavors. The experience is warm, comfortable, and designed to be enjoyed often—whether you’re stopping in for a relaxed weeknight dinner or gathering with friends over great food and drinks. With a Wine Spectator–recognized wine program, distinctive spirits, and craft cocktails, Grace makes it easy to come back again and again.
      From breakfast to elegantly prepared hors d'oeuvres and dinner selections, dining at Carnegie House is as spectacular as it is relaxing. The Library invites casual conversation while savoring a favorite cocktail or glass of wine from the Wine Spectator award-winning selection.
    2. A photo of Gigi's Southern Table restaurant

      Gigi's Southern Table

      $$$$
      Southern
      4.4
      (1,964)
      Gigi's is as casual as it is chic; it’s a local farm-to-table experience capturing the sophisticated yet laid back ideals of southern hospitality. It’s a social gathering place for friends, whether you're aiming to impress out-of-town guests, linger over a romantic dinner or just want to enjoy a local craft beer in the lounge, come join us at our table.

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    • Brian
      New York City •1 review
      5.0
      Dined 4 days ago
      The TAvern is always a great experience. I had the shrimp and grits, and my wife had the scallops. Soooooo good! Faith was our server and she was amazing. Our daughter just graduated PSU and we are really bummed we won’t have regular access to this amazing establishment going forward!!! Five stars always.
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      The Tavern Restaurant$$$$• Contemporary American• State College
      4.8
    • S Morris
      Pittsburgh / Western PA •14 reviews
      5.0
      Dined 5 days ago
      Excellent servers and waitstaff at this restaurant (and bar too). Everyone was engaging, helpful, and wanted to help make our time there great. Our food was really good, and only marked as 4 because our lobster bisque was early at room temperature. The bisque was poured into the bowl at the table, so perhaps that bowl was cold and it drew heat from the bisque. In any case, it was still very enjoyable and we would order everything we had again. PLUS, I’m quite certain if we had asked, they would have provided a fresh hot bowl, no questions asked. That is the level of care and service at Lionne. Our mains were scallops with bucatini and fried walleye with fondant potatoes and butter caper sauce. Both were so good. Lionne is definitely worth checking out!
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      Lionne - The Nittany Lion Inn$$$$• American• State College
      4.7
    • MaryGold
      New York City •158 reviews
      5.0
      Dined on 29 May 2026
      ASG has really hit its stride, consistently providing high-quality dining. We appreciate how the menu has something fantastic for everyone’s taste, from hard-core carnivores to vegans. We were there a few weeks ago, and I just had to return for another hit of their sumac honey carrots with goat cheese labneh, and more. The risotto with forged ramps was delicious. Go ASAP if you are interested, because that is definitely a seasonal dish.
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      Allen Street Grill$$$$• Contemporary American• State College
      4.9
    • Doug
      1 review
      5.0
      Dined on 26 May 2026
      Excellent food and service to celebrate a birthday. We had our own area of the restaurant that was apart from other diners that gave us nice privacy. The Ale House is one of our go to restaurants for great food and a casual atmosphere.
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      American Ale House$$$$• American• State College
      4.7
    • Marilyn
      Phoenix / Arizona •36 reviews
      4.0
      Dined on 17 May 2026
      Dining on a Sunday night, when most students are gone, was really different! Food was good, service was good. It’s a great little restaurant in town!
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      Central Reservation$$$$• Cocktail Bar• State College
      4.5

    Discover State College

    State College, PA, will leave you hard-pressed to find a meal that won't satisfy even the hungriest college student. Home to Penn State University, this area is known for some of the most indulgent burgers, pizzas, and steakhouses on the East Coast. Though it's a couple hours outside of Philadelphia, if you've come in search of the region's famed cheesesteaks, you will not be disappointed. While you're here, do yourself the favor of experiencing the region's infamous fat sandwiches. Topped with almost any imaginable combination of melted cheeses, meats, and fries, these sandwiches are a delicious challenge for anyone to accept. At night, make sure to sample the area's endless selection of beers at its energetic alehouses.

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    Child friendly restaurants in State College include American Ale House, The Tavern Restaurant and The Greek

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