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Best Asian food near State College, Pennsylvania, United States
Find out what Asian restaurants to try in State College. State College, as can be imagined from its name, is a college town, the home to the main campus of Penn State, one of the ten largest public universities in the United States. Downtown State College is home to hundreds of businesses that serve the university's students and professors, from boutique shops, to coffee houses, to theaters for the performing arts. The city is also home to the Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts, which brings 125,000 visitors to the downtown area each year.
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10. Penang
Overall Ratings
4 based on 49 reviews
Reviewed By Sandra T
We took a chance on this place because it was family weekend at PSU and everywhere we went there was an hour wait or not at 6:00! I went with my husband and PSU freshman son. We all enjoyed our dinners and agreed we would return. The menu was extensive and so we asked for recommendations. The waiter was friendly and special orders were no problem. My son had a beef dish with peppers and other vegetables. He loved it. My husband and I are vegetarians and we each ordered tofu dishes without meat. We both loved our dishes. Everything was fresh and flavorful.
9. Sakura Asian Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By couplessPS
Very good Bento box- the sushi was great, the soup was very good, the tempura was delicious, and the teriyaki chicken- though not classic- was a large piece of succulent chicken. This is modest décor, but still a nice booth and the food was varied and well priced. I would recommend this really nice range of tastes.
8. Green Bowl
Overall Ratings
4 based on 109 reviews
Reviewed By greenvegeez
You will find lots of vegetarian (and meat) stir fry options that you select yourself, including the sauces. Careful if you have gluten sensitivity or food allergies- there are options available, but the grill/stir fry areas are ripe for cross contamination. This is a great dining concept that supports healthy eating options- hope they will focus in the ambiance/aesthetics which need a refresh.
7. Big Bowl Noodle House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By Dmitri K
This place clearly is geared towards the student crowd. A sizable menu of dishes, most of them taste pretty much the same. And the taste is not bad, and the portions are large. The place is popular, so if you order a take-out you may end up waiting a bit. Noisy.I tried their Specials and it seems that the term is just a tradition. (A restaurant has to have specials, right?) There really is nothing special about the daily specials. I suggest just sticking to any noodles with whatever have you.
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6. Tadashi Japanese Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 48 reviews
Reviewed By Wildwoodatheart
I was here a few weeks ago in what is the "off" season, pre-Arts Festival. This place is really small, so there is not much seating. When I went there, the tables were not all taken, but since I was only one person, they sat me at the counter. That was fine, but the stools are really uncomfortable. Oh well. I ordered a couple of different sushi rolls, and they came out pretty quickly. My waitress kind of just plunked food down on the counter in front of me; I don't think she was interested in taking care of one person at the counter. I must say, the rolls were very, very good. I wasn't expecting much, this being central Pennsylvania, so I was pleasantly surprised. The prices were quite reasonable as well. Next time I'm in the area, I'll gladly return.
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5. Wegmans Market Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 74 reviews
Reviewed By pennstatetraveler
You have many eat-in food choices. The hot bar choices are weighed and that adds up quickly to a fairly expensive lunch. Nice to be able to get fresh sushi, in display or made to order, and to eat it right there. Pizza slices; asian buffet; really good soups.Plenty of beverage choices, too. Handy if you have to shop around a meal time.
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4. Kimchi Korean Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 80 reviews
Reviewed By Timalnick
Three of us had dinner here and all enjoyed our meals. We shared the spicy rolls and steamed dumplings, both were delicious. 2 of us had spicy udong noodles with chicken and one had same without spice. Both were good but spicy is better. This will become a favorite of ours. One note-there is minimal parking so there is a good chance youâll have to park across the street at CVS. That road is treacherous to walk across so BE CAREFUL!
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3. Little Szechuan
Overall Ratings
4 based on 73 reviews
Authentic Szechuan and Asian cuisine
Reviewed By X8829ZGmikel
Great food lots of choices. Lots of authentic type offerings like hotpot and casserole. Different ingredients from Americanized Chinese places. Intestines, etc. Service ok. Moderately busy when we were there.Dead fish floating in the tilapia tanks may be a little off-putting to some people.
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2. Cozythai Bistro
Overall Ratings
4 based on 163 reviews
Reviewed By Jim D
Stopped for dinner with friends. Restaurant is BYOB. We shared serval excellent Thai dishes and appetizers, Many were gluten free. Panang curry was excellent. Service was prompt, and very helpful.
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1. Chen's Mongolian Buffet
Overall Ratings
4 based on 79 reviews
Zip:16801
Reviewed By Carol S
It is unlike any other buffet you've been to. When seated, they give you a popsicle stick that has writing on it. You go pick out your soup. Then you go over to the items for the entrees. You get to pick and choose which items you want, as well as the sauce for it. Then you put your popsicle stick on your plate, and they grill your items for you. Their grill is in a circle. The food is delicious!!! If in this area, stop in. You'll be glad you did!
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