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Name: Barrel 21 Distillery and Dining
Address: 2255 N Atherton St, State College, PA, United States, 16803
Telephone: (814) 308-9522
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.3

Barrel 21 Distillery and Dining

4.3

364 Reviews

$30 and under

Gastro Pub

2255 N Atherton St, State College, PA 16803

About this restaurant

Innovative
Romantic
Great for creative cocktails

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Barrel 21 is a unique Distillery and Dining experience, with locally-sourced cuisine and a creative list of craft cocktails made with our distilled spirits. Our full craft beer selection come from our sister restaurant, Ottos Pub and Brewery. Enjoy Barrel 21 for dinner, lunch, or Sunday Brunch! See our hours, specials, live entertainment and more at barrel21distillery.com.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, Contemporary American, Bistro
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(814) 308-9522
Website
http://barrel21distillery.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Justin Berkebile
Private party facilities
Our Private Room is available for holiday parties, business luncheons or other events. The entire restaurant may be reserved for Private Events (limited availability). See more info and submit an Inquiry Form at: http://barrel21distillery.com/book-your-event/

Location
2255 N Atherton St, State College, PA 16803
Neighborhood
State College
Cross street
Hawbaker Ind. Drive, next to Otto's Pub and Brewery
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
www.catabus.com CATA routes HP or G.
Entertainment
Live Music Most Evenings! See full Specials & Entertainment on our website.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

A.V. Farms Braised Beef Turnovers$12.00
A.V. Farms Shredded Beef, Puff Pastry, Caramelized Onions, Bacon, Gorgonzola Cheese, Red Onion Marmalade, Black Garlic Aioli
B21 Chislic Poutine$14.00
Hand-cut Steak Fries, Flash Fried A.V. Farms Steak, A.V, Farms Bone Marrow Gravy, Cheddar Cheese Curds, Bacon, Black Garlic Aioli, Chives
A.V. Farms Oxtail$10.00
(Limited Availability) Espresso Cured, Fried Spelt Berries, Carrot Bourbon Coulis, Cherry Gastrique
B21 Brussels Sprouts$8.00
Crispy Pancetta, Caramelized Onions, Brussels Sprouts, Keewaydin Apples, Roasted Shallot Vinaigrette
Waldorf Wedge$14.00
Keewaydin Smoked Apples, Candied Pecans, Raisins, Candied Bacon, Celery, Iceberg Wedge, Maple Yogurt Dressing
Roasted Beets and Frisee$12.00
Roasted Beets, Toasted Pistachios, Orange Walnut Vinaigrette, Keewaydin Apples
Blackberry Cured Salmon Roll Ups$14.00
Mascarpone and Ricotta Cheese, Preserved Lemons, Tarragon, Toasted Pistachios, Black Quinoa, Raspberry Vinegar Syrup, Limoncello Caviar, Toasted Onion Crisp
Pan Seared Pork Belly$12.00
Hogs Galore Pork Belly, Roasted Butternut Squash and Apple Puree, Crispy Oyster Mushrooms, Gochujang BBQ Sauce, Toasted Almonds and Coconut
Tongue & Beak$12.00
Smoked A.V. Farms Beef Tongue, Preserved Egg Yolk, Black Garlic Aioli, Grilled Shishito Peppers, Preserved Lemon, Crostini
Charcuterie$18.00
Assortment of Meats, Mostarda, Honeycomb, Peppadew Tapenade, Burrata, House Smoked Almonds, Crostinis
Fromage$18.00
Local Goot Essa Cheeses, Rice Crackers, Paired Accompaniments, House Smoked Almonds
Braised A.V. Farms Short Ribs$26.00
(Limited Availability) A.V. Farms Braised Bone-in Short Ribs, Pancetta and Fontina Tomato Grits, Collard Greens, Tomato Demi Glace

Entrees

B21 Carbonara$22.00
Fettuccine, Crispy Pancetta, Charred Shishitos, Crispy Oyster Mushrooms, Garlic, Parmesan, Preserved Egg Yolks, Crushed Pepper
A.V. Farms Braised Beef Ravioli$24.00
Shredded A.V. Farms Beef, Black Garlic, Preserved Lemon, Ricotta Cheese, Caramelized Onions, Cream, Red Wine Syrup, Gorgonzola
Grilled Swordfish Steak$28.00
Grilled, Bone-in Swordfish (12-14 oz.), Peppadew Romesco, Cilantro Chimichurri, Broccolini, Mashed Potatoes
Buffalo Scallops$30.00
Seared Scallops, Celeriac Puree, Hot Sauce Caviar, Carrots Coulis, Shaved Gorgonzola, Broccolini
A.V. Farms Bone-In Ribeye$34.00
A.V. Farms 16 oz. Bone-in Ribeye, Charred Onion Cream, Bacon Bleu Cheese Mash, Crispy Oyster Mushrooms, Broccolini, Preserved Egg
Espresso & Chili Rubbed Tofu$18.00
Smoked Tofu, Espresso, Ancho and Chipotle Rub, Black Quinoa, Caramelized Onions, Oyster Mushrooms, Smoked Apples, Roasted Butternut Squash, Maple Tahini Sauce
Artisanal Weekly Salad Feature
Ask for proteins
- Full$12.00
- Half$7.00

Lunch Menu

Lunch is served Friday & Saturday 12:00-4:00pm. You may choose from our "All Day Menu" or our "Sandwich Combos"

All Day Menu

The All Day Menu is available any time our kitchen is open, except during Sunday Brunch

Soup du Jour$8.00
B21 Truffle Fries$5.00
Parmesan, Truffle Aioli
Sweet & Spicy Nuts$6.00
Pistachios, Pecans, Walnuts, Macadamias
B21 Olives (21+)$5.00
3 Pepper Vodka, Orange Peel, Pickled Peppers, Der Edel Bleu Kase
Deviled Eggs
Chef's Preparation. Varies Daily
- each$1.50
Charcuterie$18.00
Assortment of Meats, Mostarda, Honeycomb, Peppadew Tapenade, Burrata, House Smoked Almonds, Crostinis
Fromage$18.00
Local Goot Essa Cheeses, Rice Crackers, Paired Accompaniments, House Smoked Almonds
B21 Brussels Sprouts$8.00
Crispy Pancetta, Caramelized Onions, Brussels Sprouts, Keewaydin Apples, Roasted Shallot Vinaigrette
A.V. Farms Oxtail (Limited Availability)$10.00
Espresso Cured, Fried Spelt Berries, Carrot Bourbon Coulis, Cherry Gastrique
B21 Chislic Poutine$14.00
Hand-cut Steak Fries, Flash Fried A.V. Farms Steak, A.V, Farms Bone Marrow Gravy, Cheddar Cheese Curds, Bacon, Black Garlic Aioli, Chives
B21 A.V. Farms Burger$14.00
A.V. Farms Ground Hamburger, Brown Sugar & Balsamic Caramelized Onions, Bacon, Smoked Gouda, Roasted Garlic Aioli, Brioche Bun
B21 Pastrami Sandwich$12.00
House-made A.V. Farms Bottom Round Pastrami, Blueberry Horseradish Mustard, Thick Marble Rye, Cider Onions
Pork Banh Mi$14.00
Szechuan Pulled Pork, Cilantro Aioli, Sambal Pickled Vegetables, Firecracker Sauce, Baguette, Soy Caramel
A.V. Farms Prime Rib Sandwich$14.00
Shaved A.V. Farms Prime Rib, Charred Shishitos, Caramelized Onions, Fontina Cheese, Red Onion Marmalade, Stirato Bread
Roasted Beets and Frisee$12.00
Roasted Beets, Toasted Pistachios, Orange Walnut Vinaigrette, Keewaydin Apples
Waldorf Wedge$14.00
Keewaydin Smoked Apples, Candied Pecans, Raisins, Candied Bacon, Celery, Iceberg Wedge, Maple Yogurt Dressing
Artisinal Salad
Ask For Proteins
- Full$12.00
- Half$7.00
Steak and Potatoes$20.00
Flat Iron Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Fried Brussels Sprouts

Sandwich Combos

$13 – Sandwich and Side + Select Beer or Beverage; $16 – Sandwich and Side + Select Craft Cocktail. Beer and Cocktail Combo choices change regularly; current list available on our in-house menu

BLTE
Hogs Galore bacon, Cajun mayo, over easy egg, lettuce, tomato. Recommended Pairing: Mimosa, Apricot Wheat Ale
Portobello Sandwich
Marinated Portobello, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Balsamic Glaze. Recommended Pairing: Lemon-Thyme Martini, Spruce Creek Lager
Hogs Galore Hot Sausage
Peppers, Onions, Red Wine Balsamic Reduction. Recommended Pairing: B21 Mule, Green Weenie IPA
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Honey Hot Sauce, Kale, Sweet Pickles. Recommended Pairing: Blackberry Bourbon Lemonade, Red Mo Ale
Goot Essa Grilled Cheese
Der Edel Bleu, Smoked Cheddar, Cave Aged Swiss, Sourdough Bread. Recommended Pairing: Bloody Mary, Red Mo Ale

Sides

Choose Fries, Brussels Sprouts (Fried or Sauteed), Mashed Potatoes

Small Salad
Add $2
Truffle Fries
Add $1
Loaded Mashed Potatoes
Add $1.50
Soup of the Day
Add $2
B21 Brussels Sprouts
Add $2

Beverages

Iced Tea
Hot Tea
Dr Pepper
Mountain Dew
Sierra Mist
Pepsi
Diet Pepsi
Ginger Ale
Otto's Rootbeer

Desserts

Keewaydin Apple Galette$7.00
Local apples tossed in sugar and spices, then baked in a pie dough shell, and finished with a salt caramel sauce and PSU Creamery vanilla ice cream
Strawberry Pistachio Semifreddo$8.00
With mint simple syrup and fresh strawberries
Flourless Chocolate Cake$8.00
A slice of dense flourless chocolate cake topped with a layer of peanut butter mousse and chocolate shavings, and a side of mixed berries
Dolce Vita Spiced Rum Cake$9.00
Barrel 21 Spiced and Light Rum infused walnut bundt cake served with a caramel drizzle and fresh fruit
PSU Berkey Creamery Ice Cream$4.00
Your choice of vanilla, chocolate, or our featured flavor, served with a rolled wafer cookie

What 364 people are saying

Barrel 21 Distillery and Dining reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3

4.3 based on all time ratings

4.3Food
4.3Service
4.3Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

364 Reviews

JF
JasonF
Philadelphia17 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 8, 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great food. Great drinks. Always a good choice. The Brussels are a great app choice.
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michellem VIP
Orlando250 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 28, 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We were seated promptly and our server was very nice and informative with answers to our questions. The menu is somewhat limited. We were both able to have one or another ingredient removed from the dish we were ordering. The scallops were delicious. Will return.
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Shana
Philadelphia1 review
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We absolutely love Barrel 21's Sunday Brunch! Amazing food and great service make for a wonderful experience. One note, the tables are a bit close, but that can make for fun conversations with neighbors.
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CherylS VIP
Omaha1 review
3.0
Dined on February 16, 2020
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
The brunch was fabulous as always! The service, however areas not. We ordered Bloody Mary’s, which are featured, and did not receive them until we were COMPLETELY done eating-45 minutes after ordering. Also, we had to constantly find our waitress to get refills on our coffee. There was absolutely no sense of urgency by any of the staff.
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RobinB
Philadelphia6 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 15, 2020
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The wait staff was good, atmosphere OK food was marginal for the price! Sadly the lobster and crab pasta had minuscule amounts of lobster or crab! The short ribs had 3 bites of meat and the rest was fat and bone! Very disappointed with meal.
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SamC VIP
Philadelphia29 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 15, 2020
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We went there before a Penn State sporting event and our server was friendly and the food was mostly good except for the deviled eggs(every deviled egg we'd ever eaten was better than what they serve). 3 of us had burgers, 1 had the prime rib sandwich and I had the Pork Banh. The service was slow, but thankfully we had time. Prior to dinner we went into the tasting room to try some of the spirits that they distill themselves. There were 2 guys in the room having a conversation with the lady behind the counter. She never said hello or even really looked at us. I like Bourbon and Rye whiskey and we were all hoping to try some and possibly buy a couple bottles(I have pretty large budget for whiskey :). After standing there for about 7-8 minutes, one of my friends asked me which one I would like to try and I said I was hoping to try the Rye whiskey. The lady who was still telling a pretty long story, unrelated to whiskey, to the other 2 guys said to us without really looking at us that we needed to wait and she will get to us when she finishes. Pretty lame attitude for someone who is supposed to be a friendly face introducing people to your brand and products. It isn't too hard to say hello and be polite to more than 1 customer at a time. So we left the room without trying or buying anything. We come up to State College a lot, but we are not likely ever coming back to this establishment. I gave 3 stars for the dining, I'd give 1 star to the tasting room.
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JackF
New York City12 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 8, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was great, service outstanding
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OpenTable Diner
New York City19 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 8, 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Nice change of pace, micro-distillery/gastro pub. Great restaurant in State College. Went there mid-week, limited menu, mostly sandwiches, but great cocktail selection.
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MariaS
Pittsburgh1 review
5.0
Dined on February 2, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server...I don’t recall his name...a younger man with glasses. He was so friendly and super attentive. This was our first visit and we will definitely be back!
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Chicago23 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 31, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great restaurant.....food,service, ambiance!! The Evergreens from Johnstown , PA were the entertainment. We ended up staying after a great dinner to finish the night off with some great music and a night cap .
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2255 N Atherton St, State College, PA 16803

Additional information

Cross street
Hawbaker Ind. Drive, next to Otto's Pub and Brewery
Neighborhood
State College
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, Contemporary American, Bistro
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
www.catabus.com CATA routes HP or G.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Justin Berkebile
Entertainment
Live Music Most Evenings! See full Specials & Entertainment on our website.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://barrel21distillery.com/
Phone number
(814) 308-9522
Private party facilities
Our Private Room is available for holiday parties, business luncheons or other events. The entire restaurant may be reserved for Private Events (limited availability). See more info and submit an Inquiry Form at: http://barrel21distillery.com/book-your-event/

Barrel 21 Distillery and Dining

About this restaurant

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Additional information

Starters

Soup du Jour$8.00

B21 Truffle Fries$5.00

Sweet & Spicy Nuts$6.00

B21 Olives$5.00

Deviled Eggs

First Course

A.V. Farms Braised Beef Turnovers$12.00

B21 Chislic Poutine$14.00

A.V. Farms Oxtail$10.00

B21 Brussels Sprouts$8.00

Waldorf Wedge$14.00

Roasted Beets and Frisee$12.00

Blackberry Cured Salmon Roll Ups$14.00

Pan Seared Pork Belly$12.00

Tongue & Beak$12.00

Charcuterie$18.00

Fromage$18.00

Braised A.V. Farms Short Ribs$26.00

Entrees

B21 Carbonara$22.00

A.V. Farms Braised Beef Ravioli$24.00

Grilled Swordfish Steak$28.00

Buffalo Scallops$30.00

A.V. Farms Bone-In Ribeye$34.00

Espresso & Chili Rubbed Tofu$18.00

Artisanal Weekly Salad Feature

Lunch Menu

All Day Menu

Soup du Jour$8.00

B21 Truffle Fries$5.00

Sweet & Spicy Nuts$6.00

B21 Olives (21+)$5.00

Deviled Eggs

Charcuterie$18.00

Fromage$18.00

B21 Brussels Sprouts$8.00

A.V. Farms Oxtail (Limited Availability)$10.00

B21 Chislic Poutine$14.00

B21 A.V. Farms Burger$14.00

B21 Pastrami Sandwich$12.00

Pork Banh Mi$14.00

A.V. Farms Prime Rib Sandwich$14.00

Roasted Beets and Frisee$12.00

Waldorf Wedge$14.00

Artisinal Salad

Steak and Potatoes$20.00

Sandwich Combos

BLTE

Portobello Sandwich

Hogs Galore Hot Sausage

Fried Chicken Sandwich

Goot Essa Grilled Cheese

Sides

Small Salad

Truffle Fries

Loaded Mashed Potatoes

Soup of the Day

B21 Brussels Sprouts

Beverages

Iced Tea

Hot Tea

Dr Pepper

Mountain Dew

Sierra Mist

Pepsi

Diet Pepsi

Ginger Ale

Otto's Rootbeer

Desserts

Keewaydin Apple Galette$7.00

Strawberry Pistachio Semifreddo$8.00

Flourless Chocolate Cake$8.00

Dolce Vita Spiced Rum Cake$9.00

PSU Berkey Creamery Ice Cream$4.00