Small brewery's are common in Appalachia. Some have even turned into larger operations, over the…read moreyears. Names like Appalachian Beer Company and Lancaster Brewery come to mind. These places some excellent beer. But they also are restaurants. So, maybe beer is a draw in or the food at times. So with that, Drunk Monkey is a pure brewery. They make, sell, distribute, and promote their own product. As far as promoting, I am not sure they need to do much work as the product has really gotten some attention at the street level. I have seen the main beer showing up at local restaurants the last year. There has also been solid word of mouth. Some of their beers are even winning awards. So it didn't take much convincing from a coworker to get me there before our Nittany Lions came on. The brewery, itself, is a tiny place tucked into an old industrial park that use to be home to one of the largest textile mills in the country. Long abandoned, different smaller businesses now call the park home. One of the more sustained businesses is Fisher's bee farm. That brings us to the brewery. The owner of the bee farm decided to start a brewery near his business. Once finding the brewery, you notice that it is a whole in the wall kinda place. But once entering, the place is organized, clean, and the folks are extremely warm and friendly. Everything is clearly marked. Beer prices are payed out in a sheet on the wall. There is a merchandise rack clearly marked. There are cases clearly marked for type. You can tell this is a place where the people love and care about their beer. The lady manning the shop was knowledgable and friendly. She gave us a preview of the beers and described each one as we taste tested the taps. She then offered us a tour of the small brewery which we jumped on. This definitely plussed the experience and ultimately earned that fifth star. We learned that this particular young lady also hand labels, preps, and fills the bottles. So she does more than just look pretty selling the beer. Now for the beer. I really can't remember all the particular names of the beer. But I had a few favorites. In particular, the German wheat beer was fantastic. That is what I got my growler filled with. Some of the other beers that tasted great, Kraken and one named Mistress or something to that effect. Fittingly, the mistress had a tap handle in the shape of a ship figure head. Speaking of which, all the beers have nautical names based on the folklore of Captain Jack which many local landmarks are named. I have nothing negative to say about Drunk Monkey. They are in an obscure location. The place is small and doesn't look like much from the outside. But like most really great businesses, it is about the knowledge of the people behind the business. Drunk Monkey has plenty of that! If you are in the area on a Wednesday or Saturday, stop in for a taste.

This is a good place to go with friends- tons of room! Tables galore and even outside seating when…read moreit's nice. The arcade games are a fun addition to the brewery. It's very family friendly so expect lots of kids and not a lot of supervision. The food I've had was fine- it's a brewery so I don't expect fine dining. The beer is mid from what I'm told. So are the cocktails. Again, you go for the ability to be social and have a good time.

This brewery is so spacious with two levels, but the upstairs was closed for a private event. The…read morespace is covered, but very open that it's pretty much outdoors. Due to this, they only had fans to keep cool while circulating the outdoor air. Since we had our pup with us, we were only able to sit in the patio area, but it's not like the "indoor" area was really indoors. Anyways, I wasn't in the mood for drinking, so just had some lunch here. There's two restaurants combined at the food counter (which used to be food trucks here). You can get pizza from pizza and subs from Flo Bros Pizza and wings, burgers and sandwiches from Marin Eats. I had the Crabcake Sandwich ($15) with Tots (+$2). The sandwich was solid and tots were crispy. It's a nice space to hang out with a group. There are pinball machines, cornhole, and games for entertainment. It's nicely situated next to a creek, so you get a bit of nature too.

I had no idea what to expect having just seen information on the website during a family trip to…read morePunxsutawney. I was so charmed by the unique location and impressed by the beer selection. The bartender wasn't super welcoming, but she warmed up to us. We didn't eat, but it's worth mentioning that they offer food as well. Definitely check out this spot if you're in the area.

First timers- This was a fun and solid stop along our road trip. The pizza and beer were great and…read morethe box car experience did not disappoint. We enjoyed our unique pit stop experience!

Low-key neighborhood spot with reasonably priced drinks, friendly people, and accessible…read moreatmosphere. While there is no set menu for the bar, the bartender was really nice and worked with me as I explained the flavor profiles that I typically enjoy. Over the course of the evening, she came up with three different drinks that I really enjoyed. Post-COVID, I don't think they regularly accept credit cards, but there is an ATM on site. Smoking is allowed indoors, and a number of patrons seem to do so regularly; however, there is a cute courtyard out front with plenty of fresh air. The music selection is fun and varied although there wasn't a lot of dancing the night I was there. Overall, a fun spot with nice people.

Always good company good service clean and reasonably priced! Management always tries to plan fun…read moreevents that are inclusive so everyone can have a great time!

A great new brewery right in downtown State College. It's in the space formerly occupied by…read moreBarranquero Cafe and has a great vibe and atmosphere. Hours are limited to the weekends but the place was hopping on our recent visit. The drinks lean towards the hoppy and sour side as the owners also own Moody Culture Kombucha but the beers are good and my wife enjoyed her cocktail. Food is limited to flavored popcorn but they encourage you to bring in food, relax, and enjoy. There is bar seating, a smallish loft that would be fun for groups, and a few outside tables too. We will definitely be back!

First of all, beers were amazing. We're from Oregon, they have excellent IPAs and Haas. Also have…read moregood loggers if that's what you're looking for. Staff was amazing on gameday , the owner was working also. Their Philly cheesesteak station right outside. The brewery was over the top. Great place to go regardless of what you're doing for the day.

Great food as always! Server was a little flighty, but nice. We enjoyed the music and the company…read moreof good friends.

Very solid pub in Clearfield with a wide menu and plenty of different options although the claim to…read morefame are their burgers. We came to try the 2 pounder challenge (2 lbs AFTER cooking plus the toppings and bun), which I demolished in 30 min or so (you get an hour and if you finish you get a shirt, your name and finish time on a plaque in their Hall of Fame, and 50% off the burger itself). The burger itself was quite solid - juicy and tender without any seasoning so you can add your toppings. Be sure to grab a side of the fries (I prefer the crinkle-cut sweet potato), a milkshake or beer, and maybe a taco. It's no frills but a nice lowkey option that has a blend of visitors and locals.

The food is superior! I've sampled the club sandwich, the cheesesteak, and the goat cheese salad to…read morename a few. Their beers are very unique and tasty. Everything has been excellent. This is our favorite restaurant in town!

Really tasty burger and good beer selection. Not too crowded on a Friday mid afternoon. Very nice,…read morefriendly and helpful server. Prices were a little on the high end for the area, but the location and quality was solid.

I was in Lilly, a charming town in the heart of Pennsyltucky, for work this week and found myself…read morein need of a quick meal. The Boxcar restaurant, with its glowing reviews, was the first place that caught my eye. As I walked in, I immediately noticed the unique charm of this small Appalachian town in western PA.I decided to try their bacon cheeseburger, which came with the option of fries and, to my delight, they served Coke products. I ordered a Diet Coke to go with my meal. My companion opted for the Reuben and couldn't stop complimenting the food.Aside from the delicious food, I was impressed by the friendliness of the staff and how quickly they served us. In an era where dining out can be prohibitively expensive, the prices at the Boxcar were surprisingly reasonable. My burger cost just nine dollars, and with my drink, I spent a total of 11 bucks. It was a fantastic value for a satisfying lunch.If you ever find yourself in Lillie and in need of a bite to eat, I highly recommend the Boxcar restaurant. It's a hidden gem in the hills of western Pennsylvania.

The food n service are exceptional!! We have eaten there a handful of times n it's been good every…read moretime!!!

The Toasted Monkey is a great neighborhood bar that is welcoming and fun…read more The building that houses "The Monkey" has been home to the R Bar and the Village Inn, but this newest bar at this location is the best yet. The owners and staff are fantastic, the food is good, and the beer is ice cold. The place is non-smoking too (smoking outside only) which is a big plus for me.

Food is incredibly inconsistent and the music has dropped off during the day considerably. More…read moreimportantly, their calendar never matches who's actually there. We have planned to be there so many times and when we get there, the music is either canceled or someone else is playing used to be such a fun music spot.

This is a MUST stop if in Philipsburg, or walking the boardwalk…read more Come in on a cruise ship - Make it a point to find this place! It's down an alley - Punch this in to your GPS: 18.02333916184472, -63.04547146891783 "The Smallest Bar in the World" makes the absolute best milkshakes, all without milk! He'll be sitting out front, waiting to BS with y'all. Juggie also makes the best spiced rum I've ever had. Also serves beers and other cocktails. Donate your bra, and he'll donate to breast cancer research. Stop and see his wife in the souvenir shop too for the BEST spices on the island, cheese, wraps, magnets, and other cool stuff.