Peace Love and Little Donuts

2018 Smallman St

If you’ve been around this little donut shop, you most likely remember the delicious, sweet aroma that surrounds the area.  These tiny donuts leave a big impression.  Their menu is packed with so many options, it’s almost impossible to pick just one.  The Groovy menu which features the classics start at only $0.85 each!

Chicken Latino

155 21st St

There is nothing better than a truly authentic meal. Chicken Latino is an authentic Peruvian restaurant and we cannot get enough. This casual space is fun, colorful and even has outside seating! (Our fav) We suggest a basket of Sweet Fried Plantains for the table to start which will only cost you $4.99 and worth every penny. For a main, their signature meal of the Peruvian Style Rotisserie Chicken can be served multiple ways including a family meal featuring a whole chicken, with two sides for $19.99. It doesn’t get much more delicious than that.

Klavon’s Ice Cream Parlor

2801 Penn Ave

The best way to enjoy a classic ice cream sundae is by devouring it inside an old fashioned ice cream parlor.  Klavon’s has everything you need to enjoy a night out no matter what age you are. They have food options like paninis or soups to before devouring an ice cream sundae, cone, float or however you prefer you ice cream!  OR, you can just dive right into the sweet stuff. We don’t judge.

The Beerhive

2117 Penn Ave

If you enjoy imported or craft beer, good food and good deals, you’ll love The Beerhive. happy hour deals run from Monday to Friday 5-7pm. This features $1 off all drinks & 1/2 price appetizers. Aside from happy hour, they have other specials like $5 Taco Tuesday, Wednesday wing night which entails $6 dozen wings and $2.50 Yuengling Drafts!. Be sure to check out their drink deals on game days too! There are deals on deals at the Beerhive!

Edgar’s Best Tacos

2533 Smallman St

If you’re catching a really late lunch or a really early dinner, Edgar’s Best Tacos really live up to their name. These authentic tacos are not only delicious but also so affordable going for $3-$3.50 a taco. Tacos come prepared on a soft corn tortilla, topped with lettuce, tomato, onions, sour cream, cheese and cilantro. Pick any protein and you’re set to go. They even offer vegetarian and vegan options. Edgar’s also has a food truck for all your catering needs which gives them major bonus points.

East End Brewing Tap Room

102 19th St

The East End Brewing Tap Room is one of our favorites for many reasons. First the beer to state the obvious. This local brewery brews about 35 different beers a year. Second, location, location, location! The strip is the place to be for a fun night out.  The Tap Room is surrounded by so many eateries which is perfect for those who want to eat while they drink. Grab some food to go, then head over to the Tap Room to eat and enjoy a locally brewed beer.

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