Inside new shops shaping Centre County neighborhoods

The curated articles highlight an array of new shops and facilities opening in Centre County. These new establishments mostly feature unique offerings in dining, retail, and leisure, often introducing a blend of cultural flair or innovative concepts to the local community. The new eatery Kitchen Garden focuses on Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine. It emphasizes healthy options by providing classic Turkish breakfast and lunch dishes, regarded as both cultural and nutritious. Kitchen Garden seeks to merge tasty dishes with health-centric options.

The StillHouse restaurant offers Spring Mills residents a local dining option with a community focus. Its menu includes hearty deli sandwiches, local beef burgers, and craft drinks. The StillHouse also includes a distillery-themed bar showcasing local spirits without the need for travel to busier areas. Little Lions Play Den merges play areas for children with a cafe for parents, providing convenience and relaxation. It features themed playsets like a fire station and a construction zone for young children while offering Rothrock Coffee for parents, aiming to cater to families by combining play and relaxation under one roof. A new coffee shop in Bellefonte, Shaky Hands, has opened its doors to community members. This cafe serves coffee and baked goods, aiming to create a vibrant community space reflecting local artists. It underscores the community connection by hosting artwork and potentially organizing local events.

Rolled Kadaif and baklava from Kitchen Garden in State College on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025. By Abby Drey

NO. 1: NEW EATERY BRINGS TURKISH AND MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE, HOSPITALITY TO STATE COLLEGE AREA

The breakfast and lunch spot officially opens next week. | Published February 7, 2025 | Read Full Story by Holly Riddle

The StillHouse restaurant in Spring Mills features Barrel 21 cocktails, Otto’s sodas and a menu full of deli sandwiches, burgers and appetizers. By Matt DiSanto

NO. 2: NEW PENNS VALLEY RESTAURANT LAUNCHES WITH TEAM BEHIND TWO LOCAL FAVORITES. SEE THE MENU

It marks the latest venture from the team behind Otto’s Pub & Brewery and Barrel 21 Distillery & Dining in State College. | Published March 6, 2025 | Read Full Story by Matt DiSanto

A display of game day apparel in Penn State, Eagles and Steelers colors at Town Pride at 240 E. Calder Way on Monday, March 17, 2025. By Abby Drey

NO. 3: SUSTAINABILITY, LOCAL FLAIR ARE KEY FOR THIS NEW STATE COLLEGE SHOP. TAKE A LOOK INSIDE

The State College location marks the company’s first full franchise store. | Published March 24, 2025 | Read Full Story by Matt DiSanto

Coffee beans and baked goods on sale at Shaky Hands Coffee Shop on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. By Abby Drey

NO. 4: ‘A HAPPY, VIBRANT PLACE.’ TAKE A LOOK INSIDE BELLEFONTE’S NEWEST COFFEE SHOP

“Shaky Hands is the product of 10 years of hard work in this industry, and I just hope people enjoy coming here as much as I’ve enjoyed the journey to this point,” owner Bromlyn Fitzgerald said. | Published June 12, 2025 | Read Full Story by Jacob Michael

The Calder Way Pop-Up offers a test space for small businesses and entrepreneurs. By Abby Drey

NO. 5: HOW THE CALDER WAY POP-UP PROVIDES OPPORTUNITY FOR SMALL BUSINESSES IN STATE COLLEGE

The rotating pop-up space is in an effort to bring new, diverse businesses to State College. | Published June 29, 2025 | Read Full Story by Sam Woloson

Julianna Retherford is opening Little Lions Play Den, an indoor play cafe at 154 Rolling Ridge Drive in State College. By Abby Drey

NO. 6: STATE COLLEGE INDOOR PLAY CAFE READY TO WELCOME KIDS, PARENTS. HERE’S A SNEAK PEEK

State College-area parents may no longer need to choose between letting their children play and finding some peace of mind themselves. | Published September 24, 2025 | Read Full Story by Matt DiSanto

The Press Cider and Craft Beverage Taphouse at 113 Hiester St. in downtown State College on Friday, Oct. 3, 2025. By Abby Drey

NO. 7: PENNSYLVANIA-MADE CIDERS ARE ON TAP AT STATE COLLEGE’S NEWEST BAR. SEE INSIDE

Following months of work in a vacant State College property, Kory Blose has finally opened the bar of his dreams. | Published October 8, 2025 | Read Full Story by Matt DiSanto

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