Barrel 21 Distillery

Barrel 21 blends its on-site craft distillery with a chef-inspired all-you-can-eat Sunday brunch buffet—think inventive cocktails made with house spirits, carved meats, made-to-order stations, and locally sourced fare in a polished setting.

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Otto's Pub & Brewery

Otto's Pub & Brewery is State College's original craft brewery—open since 2002 and fiercely committed to locally sourced pub cuisine and house-brewed beers, with a sprawling family-friendly restaurant that opens early on weekends for a cozy brunch.

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The Field Burger & Tap

Tucked inside Toftrees Golf Resort, The Field Burger & Tap is an award-winning farm-to-table restaurant serving daily breakfast starting at 7 am on weekends. Look for pancakes, omelets, and lighter fare available.

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Hublersburg Inn

Hublersburg Inn—“The Hubie”—is a hidden-gem brunch spot, offering a seasonal menu with creative options for all dietary needs and relaxing outdoor seating. Look for their Bloody & mimosa menu, bennys, and new takes on brunch standards.

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Café Lemont

Nestled in the historic Lemont House, Café Lemont roasts its own coffee on-site and pairs it with freshly baked pastries, sandwiches, and light fare in a cozy cottage atmosphere—an ideal spot for a slow, scenic morning.

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Elk Creek Cafe & Aleworks

Elk Creek Cafe + Aleworks is a great out-of-the-way brunch spot featuring favorites that are worth the trip. Look for the scrambies, pancakes, and benedicts!

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Gardens Restaurant (Penn Stater)

The Gardens Restaurant at The Penn Stater Hotel offers an award-winning Sunday brunch buffet featuring carved meats, local produce, egg stations, fresh pastries, and an impressive dessert spread.

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Kitchen Garden

Kitchen Garden offers a shareable Turkish-style brunch spread filled with rich, savory bites like flaky pastries and spiced sausage, all paired with excellent coffee, lattes, and tea.

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Pump Station Café

Pump Station Café is a charming refurbished 1940s Gulf gas station turned beloved community coffee shop in Boalsburg—serving specialty coffees, house-baked goods, breakfast burritos, bagel sandwiches, and lunch options with a warm, neighborhood vibe.

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