Where To Eat
Downtown Restaurants
(814) 237-0374
114 S. Garner St., State College PA 16801 (Map)
Bar Q's dinner menu features authentic Kansas City Style barbecue, smoked onsite. The U-shaped bar in the center offers daily specials. Bar Bleu, located in the lower level, is an upscale martini bar featuring live entertainment six nights a week.
(814) 237-5710
113 Hiester St., State College PA 16801 (Map)
The Deli was established in 1970 and has since developed a reputation for award winning food and the area's largest menu. Best described as "eclectic," the menu includes homemade soups, salads, overstuffed sandwiches and dinner selections.
(814) 234-1918
109 S. Fraser St., State College PA 16801 (Map)
The Fraser Street Deli has been a downtown staple since the late 1970s. It originated as the Stage Door Deli and was later called the Celebrity Deli, with the sandwiches named after Hollywood stars. In 2005, they changed the name to reflect the location and named the sandwiches after local 'celebrities.'
(814) 237-0361
130 Hiester St., State College PA 16801 (Map)
Under new management, the G-Man has been a downtown destination since 1984. Perfect for dinner with the family or a couple drinks with friends, the G-Man's tiered dining room is spacious and accommodates any size party. Stop by weekdays for a low-price lunch, like two slices of pizza and a soda for $2.50! They also have dollar off promos that run Monday-Friday till 11pm, a late night menu and quick delivery.
(814) 237-3400
222 E. Calder Way, State College PA 16801 (Map)
Enjoy an upscale and elegant meal in one of State College's most unique restaurants. Lunch buffets offered Tuesday-Sunday from 11:30am-2:30pm with more than 6 main courses, with additional South Indian selections on the weekends.
(814) 237-5718
340 E. College Ave., State College PA 16801 (Map)
Your social life heats up on the corner of College & Hiester! With a casual but sophisticated atmosphere, Inferno is a contemporary Neopolitan brick oven experience featuring a focused menu of old world favorites and modern day revolutions. Enjoy a drink from their full-service bar.
(814) 238-8141
120 E. Beaver Ave., State College PA 16801 (Map)
Enjoy "redefined" Indian cuisine at KAARMA, located in the middle of downtown on Beaver Avenue They offer a daily lunch buffet at only $7.25, and students can save Monday-Thursday with their $9.95 dinner special. Consider them for your next catering function as well.
(814) 231-2100
125 S. Atherton St., State College PA 16801 (Map)
Enjoy the charming Rumors at the Atherton Hotel with full-service lunch, cocktails and drinks.
(814) 231-2100
125 S. Atherton St., State College PA 16801 (Map)
Nestled into the Atherton Hotel, the Tarragon is the upscale fine dining at the unofficial entrance to Downtown on Atherton between College and Beaver. From gourmet breakfasts to formal dinners, Tarragon is perfect for special occasions. Tarragon's award-winning menu is truly inspired and, although the atmosphere is elegant, diners are encourage to dress casual and stay comfortable.
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