Elk Creek Café Adapts During COVID-19: To-Go Brews and Food from Multiple Locations
A visit to Millheim in Penns Valley is a must for the exceptional beers and cuisine from the acclaimed Elk Creek Café & Aleworks. They also provide delivery options in State College at three weekly locations.
Rooted in community gatherings, this restaurant, brewpub, and music venue embodies its motto: “rooted in Millheim” — where good people come together for meaningful conversations, paired with outstanding food, ale, and live music. Since opening in 2007, it has become a beloved stop for Happy Valley visitors. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, gatherings have evolved to prioritize safety.
“Elk Creek is committed to providing safety for our customers and staff. We adhere to all mandates and best practices to ensure a secure environment,” the business states on its website.
During the pandemic, Elk Creek remains open for pickup orders. To-go food is available at the Millheim location, 100 West Main St., from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. Beer to-go is offered from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 1 to 7 p.m. Saturday, and 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday.
Dine-in service is currently unavailable, but check elkcreekcafe.com for updates.
For growler fills, note that Elk Creek is not filling customer-provided growlers due to pandemic precautions. They offer new growlers for $3 or free exchanges for sanitized ones. A variety of 25-ounce and 32-ounce cans are also available.
Find Elk Creek at the Boalsburg Farmers Market, now an indoor/outdoor event at Boalsburg Fire Hall, 113 East Pine St., Boalsburg, from 2 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays.
Saturday pickups in State College include Nature’s Pantry, 2331 Commercial Boulevard, from 2 to 4 p.m.; and preorder delivery at 228 Ellen Ave. from 4:30 to 5 p.m.
Elk Creek features rotating seasonal brews alongside year-round favorites like Poe Paddy Porter, Mills’ Pils, Brookie Brown Ale, and Double Rainbow IPA. View the full menu of food and beers at elkcreekcafe.com.
Place to-go orders for any location via Toast on their website.
