HiWay Pizza Pub, located in State College, PA, has quickly established itself as a beloved local haunt, renowned for its diverse menu and inviting atmosphere. Guests rave about the **Detroit deep-dish pizza**, which boasts a crisp outer crust and a chewy interior, topped with a generous layer of cheese and expertly arranged sauce. Many reviewers, like Craig Horlacher, appreciate the meticulous attention to detail that results in a delightful dining experience. Beyond pizza, the **stuffed gnocchi with shrimp** has garnered significant praise, especially from Denee Anderson, who labeled it “absolutely delicious.” The dishes are complemented by a selection of refreshing salads and a fine variety of house-made sauces, with the blue cheese dressing for the Buffalo Chicken pizza standing out as a highlight. The ambiance at HiWay Pizza Pub, while vibrant, is slightly marred by the prevalence of TVs, as noted by some patrons. Nevertheless, the service receives consistent accolades, contributing to the overall positive dining experience. Whether dining in or grabbing a hearty sandwich to go, HiWay Pizza Pub impresses with its quality offerings, making it a must-visit for pizza lovers and food enthusiasts alike.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
From the business
Identifies as veteran-owned
Identifies as women-owned
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers kerbside pickup
Has no-contact delivery
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Has live music
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves happy-hour food
Serves late-night food
Serves organic dishes
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Popular with tourists
Transgender safe space
Popular with university students
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For HiWay Pizza Pub
TIMnCHELLE Gaylor
May 24,2025
I won’t judge the atmosphere because we grabbed two sandwiches to go. The Italian grinder and Hiway cheesesteak were awesome even though this is a pizza place!! If we ever come back I’ll get a pizza and two sandwiches!!! Highly suggest!!
Denee Anderson
Apr 20,2025
The Stuffed Gnocci with Shrimp in marinara sauce (seasonal special) was ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS!!! Yummy side salad with tomato gorganzola cheese is always our go-to. Our server, Lizzy, did a great job. Everyone at our table enjoyed their dinner and drinks. HI-WAY WEST is a true local favorite!
Craig Horlacher
Mar 28,2025
I ordered the Detroit which is a six slice, 10" x 14", deep dish pizza. As you can see they put the sauce on top of the cheese in two strips. The pizza was done perfectly! I loved the crisp outer crust and the soft, chewy inside of it. There was plenty of cheese and, though I wasn't sure about how they put on the sauce, I had no problem with it and loved the taste of the whole pizza! This is not a place where you can go in and get a slice, but a nice dining experience. I could do without all the TVs but the place was clean and well kept. I would totally go back and hope I can bring my family the next time I'm in State College!
Brian DiCola
Mar 28,2025
Hiway Pizza is one of my favorite restaurants in the area. I love their Buffalo Chicken pizza. It comes with the best blue cheese dressing I’ve ever had. They make their own sauce! The atmosphere is nice too! They’re playing the song “Dangerous” by Joywave, which is fantastic. Love this place!
Jamie Aravich
Mar 26,2025
HiWay Pizza's pizza is my new favorite! We couldn't decide between the Sicilian and the Detroit, so we ordered both. The Detroit pizza was the favorite! The restaurant is nice and our service was great. We went there on a Thursday around 5:30 pm, and it was getting busy pretty quickly. They also have a very large selection of beer on tap.
I AM W. Andrea Ziarno
Mar 16,2025
Service is ultra slow today. Place is too packed. I came in for seconds tonight. Mr. White pizza. After my last Google review the parking lot is full. Inside, outside packed. Nice manifestation. Excellent food. Excellent service. I enjoyed the Butcher pizza. Thank you animal Spirits and Gary for creating it. Met the lovely grand daughter of the owners. Highly recommended eatery when you are in State College, PA. Enjoy the Penn State football games and delicious eats here.
Darcy
Feb 21,2025
The Detroit pizza is mine and my husband’s absolute favorite pizza in Centre County. We always order for pickup, and when I call they already know what I want and that we like it well done! Tried the house and Cesar salads today for the first time- Cesar came with actual anchovies which was a lovely touch. Order the Tomato Gorgonzola vinaigrette with the house! Buttery, tangy- perfect.
stan yu
Feb 16,2025
I always come here for the flaky vodka pizza. The crust is unlike any other. It’s flaky like a croissant and the vodka sauce really soaks into it. Great texture and tastes!
Reviews For HiWay Pizza Pub