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A vibrant cafe renowned for its authentic NY-style bagels, delicious breakfast sandwiches, and a welcoming atmosphere for students and locals alike.

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Irvings Bagels

Irvings Bagels

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Must-see attractions

A vibrant cafe renowned for its authentic NY-style bagels, delicious breakfast sandwiches, and a welcoming atmosphere for students and locals alike.

"The bagels here are crafted daily with love, offering a variety of flavours and toppings that cater to every palate."

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Try the Tomato Bacon Bagel

The tomato bacon bagel sandwich is a highly praised customer favorite. Don't miss out!

Order Online with Caution

Online orders may finish early, potentially leading to cold food. Be mindful of pickup times.

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Quick Facts

Open·Closes 6PM

Cuisine

Bagel shop, Cafe, Breakfast

Price

Mid-range

Phone

(814) 231-0604

Address

110 E College Ave, State College, PA 16801, USA

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Authentic NY-Style Bagels

Authentic NY-Style Bagels

Enjoy incredibly fresh, delicious bagels with a crisp exterior and soft interior. A must-try for bagel aficionados.

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Delicious Breakfast & Lunch Sandwiches

Delicious Breakfast & Lunch Sandwiches

From classic breakfast sandwiches to unique creations like the tomato bacon bagel sandwich, satisfy your cravings.

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Vibrant Study & Social Spot

Vibrant Study & Social Spot

A bright, welcoming cafe with ample seating, perfect for socializing, studying, or enjoying a quick bite.

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there is NOTHING better than a BLT on an everything bagel from irving’s. #college #collegelife #statecollege #pennstate #psu #irvings #collegestudent
@dimitrageorgoutsos
575 likes • 10.4K views

Try the Tomato Bacon Bagel

The tomato bacon bagel sandwich is a highly praised customer favorite. Don't miss out!

Order Online with Caution

Online orders may finish early, potentially leading to cold food. Be mindful of pickup times.

Much needed. #pennstate #college #bagels #statecollege #fyp
@maddiemuurphy
215 likes • 2.8K views
the best bagel I’ve ever had. new bagel and coffee collab unlocked.. #pennstateeats #statecollegeeats #bagelandcoffee #coffeereview #lattelover
@charcostich
2K likes • 21K views

Visit During Off-Peak Hours

To avoid long lines, especially on weekends, consider visiting during less busy times.

Embrace the College Vibe

Expect a lively atmosphere, especially during peak student times. Great for experiencing the Penn State vibe.

@Irvings Bagels 🤝 Friday study session #coffee #bagels #collegestudent #statecollege #pennstate
@savannah_sollie
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from all over the internet

Try the Tomato Bacon Bagel

The tomato bacon bagel sandwich is a highly praised customer favorite. Don't miss out!

Order Online with Caution

Online orders may finish early, potentially leading to cold food. Be mindful of pickup times.

Visit During Off-Peak Hours

To avoid long lines, especially on weekends, consider visiting during less busy times.

Embrace the College Vibe

Expect a lively atmosphere, especially during peak student times. Great for experiencing the Penn State vibe.

What Travellers Say

4.6
(491k reviews)

Reviews Summary

Irvings Bagels is celebrated for its incredibly fresh and delicious NY-style bagels and breakfast sandwiches, offering a satisfying experience for many. While the food quality is consistently praised, some diners have encountered significant wait times, particularly during busy periods, and occasionally found the ordering and pickup system chaotic. Despite these issues, many find the quality of food and the vibrant atmosphere make it a worthwhile stop in State College.

"Great, casual place for a quick, delicious breakfast. It is basically counter service, and then you bring your meal to your table. I had bacon, egg, and cheese on a poppy seed bagel. 🥯 It was fresh, filling, and very tasty. Everything was prepared within a very reasonable time. Place was clean and comfortable. Highly recommend."

Richard Federbusch

"Irving's is located across from Old Main right in Downtown State College. Food is delicious - bagels are fresh and coffee is tasty. I have now been to this location 3 times and each time, the experience gets worse. I realize they are a popular joint and this past weekend it was peak move in time for the college students; however, it was completely ridiculous that we waited 57 minutes for 2 bagels, a cappuccino, and an iced coffee.

The wait area is extremely uncomfortable with massive crowds hovering over the counters waiting desperately for their food. It felt like we were a bunch of sardines tightly packed in a tin can with barely any space to move. I am pretty sure it was probably against building code and a fire hazard as well, but I am not well versed in PA building code laws so I may be mistaken.

Seating is first come first served so it can be challenging to find a spot to enjoy your meal/drink.

I am not exaggerating when I say we waited 57 minutes. I checked the time on our receipt to when we got the food and it was 57 minutes. All 3 times I have been to this location the wait time has been outrageous, but this weekend was the worst. The previous 2 visits, the wait was around 35 minutes for bagels and coffee, which ok fine, in a busy downtown college town can be expected, but 57 minutes is completely unacceptable.

I typically avoid writing negative reviews; however, Irving's actually can be a great place because the food is absolutely delicious and I want to see them improve so that I am willing to visit again. I overheard several out of towners say they will never visit again due to the wait time and that actually makes me sad because I am PRO small business. They just need a better system to handle the crowds. I have several solutions for them (as a supply chain executive and a six sigma/lean practitioner) so they are welcome to reach out if interested."

Wander And Travel

"Loved my lox & cream cheese on a tomato basil bagel. The service was slow, but they were crazy busy. The wait won't stop me from coming back."

SL Ritter

What People Like

Fresh and authentic bagels
Delicious breakfast sandwiches
Welcoming atmosphere for studying/socializing

What People Dislike

Long wait times
Disorganized pickup process
Occasional understaffing during peak hours

Frequently Asked Questions

Customers highly recommend the fresh NY-style bagels, breakfast sandwiches (especially the tomato bacon bagel), and smoothies like the 'Joe Papaya'.

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Yes, Irvings Bagels accepts Penn State meal plans, making it a convenient option for students.

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Wait times can be significant, especially on weekends or during peak college times. Visiting during off-peak hours is recommended to minimize delays.

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Yes, Irvings offers vegetarian options like the 'Very Veggie' wrap and portobello sandwich. Some bagels and smoothies are also vegan-friendly.

Veg Out: The Best Vegetarian & Vegan Food In State College

The cafe has ample seating, including an area downstairs, making it a good spot for studying or socializing. Seating is first-come, first-served.

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Yes, online ordering is available for pickup, but be aware that orders might be completed early.

“Best Of State College” 2020

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Opening last year, Maura McConnell, manager of operations for the Irving’s family of businesses, noted that the menu needed some other options, leading to the introduction of the now highly popular bella melt and veggie burger. The former includes a perfectly grilled portabella mushroom topped with melted mozzarella cheese and a mouth-watering roasted rosemary garlic aioli. The veggie burger, which frankly is tasty enough to eat on its own — no buns or toppings needed — is made from a special blend of brown rice, black beans and walnuts, topped with a cucumber yogurt sauce, tomato and lettuce.

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With the addition of a new online ordering system, Irving’s continues to serve smoothies made from fresh, whole fruit. Manager Jackie Ryan says the “Joe Papaya” — a healthy blend of pineapple, strawberry, mango and coconut — is the store’s most common order. In addition to the restaurant’s curbside and in-store pickup options and outdoor seating area, Irving’s packages every order to go, encouraging customers to take their meals with them rather than dining indoors.

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For the vegetarians, the Very Veggie wrap, Peanut Butter Banana Crunch wrap, grilled cheese, and the grilled portobello sandwich are a few amazing options. A post shared by Irving's (@irvingspsu). I’ll admit, Irving’s might be better for those sticking to a vegetarian diet — options for vegan folks include only some bagels (a shocking discovery for myself, actually), oatmeal with plant-based milk, the spicy Thai noodle salad, and most smoothies.

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Running in between class, this bagel shop on College Avenue is a quick spot to stop in at for smoothies, breakfast, sandwiches and salads. The cafe offers items like “really good coffee,” orange creamsicle shakes, the “very veggie” breakfast wrap, spicy thai noodle salad and of course, bagels. A cute and fun space with a creative menu, Irving’s Bagels has a menu filled with options for any and all vegetarians at Penn State.

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Welcome to Irving’s Bagels, your go-to spot in State College, PA, for the freshest, most delicious bagels in town. Nestled in the vibrant heart of the city, Irving’s has been serving the community with a warm, welcoming atmosphere and an unwavering commitment to quality. The bagels here are crafted daily with love and the finest ingredients, offering a variety of flavours and toppings that cater to every palate.

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Irving’s: a top choice for bagels and baked goods for a student rolling out of bed on a late Sunday morning. Strolling out of bed hungover isn’t the best feeling on Sundays, so a fresh toasted bagel along with a cold juice or hot coffee works as the perfect answer. Located on East College Avenue with a welcoming entrance, it’ll be hard to walk past when you feel in need of a bite to eat early in the day.

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Irving’s is known as a bagel shop that has been serving the Penn State community for years. Irving’s also serves various lunch options, baked goods, and most importantly, coffee. This means from the second they open till when they close, you will find yourself full, happy, and focused at Irving’s.

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Allergy-Friendly Campus Guide: Pennsylvania State University

Irving’s is one of the top two bagel establishments known State College. I usually just get the whole bagels (not cut and with no toppings) and have never had an issue!. None of their bagels continue nuts themselves, and they are delicious!

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- Rating: 3.6/5 (157 reviews)- Price level: $$- Address: 110 East College Ave. State College, Pennsylvania - Categories: Coffee & Tea, Bagels, Sandwiches- Read more on Yelp

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This is a bagel shop that serves fresh bagels and amazing bagel sandwiches. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Irving's (@irvingspsu)

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