Coffee & Sweets
Start your adventure with the simple pleasures that fuel every journey—freshly brewed coffee, artisan chocolates, ice cream and baked treats crafted with local flavor. Just like the trails that wind through our mountains and towns, each stop offers its own character and charm, inviting you to pause, recharge, and savor the moment.
Whether warming up after a morning hike or sweetening the day’s explorations, the First Frontier Blair County’s coffee shops, bakeries, ice cream shops and chocolatiers are the perfect trail companions.
Coffee Shops
Allegheny Creamery & Crepes
Take a seat in our cozy cafe or on our lush patio, we’re delivering a culinary experience like nothing else in the city.
Beech Tree Cafe
Charming Hollidaysburg Borough cafe- Alabaster coffee & espresso, sandwiches, salads, wraps & donuts
Biddle’s Brewing
Biddle’s Brewing was founded in 2021 with a love for coffee and a passion for community. The business started in a 6—12 foot coffee truck with nothing but big dreams and coffee beans. As owners, Mike and Britt Biddle, we work to incorporate our adventurous spirit and competitive nature to build individual customer relationships and always serve the perfect cup.
Black Dog Coffee & Catering
Everything we serve is made with the utmost attention to detail using the freshest ingredients. Our mission is to create delicious food that is beautifully presented to leave an impression that you will remember.
Boro Coffee Co.
Coffee shop specializing in traditional Espresso drinks and single-origin coffees. Quality Tea is also available along with an array of food from breakfast sandwiches to small treats.
Brew Coffee & Tap
Central PA’s only coffee shop and taproom in one! We serve the finest coffee beverages, unique breakfast and lunch and PA craft beer, wine and libations!
Clay Cup
The Clay Cup is a specialty coffee shop, serving all kinds of coffees, teas, and espresso based drinks. We also serve fresh baked goods, grilled cheese and a soup of the day. We also offer paint your own pottery for all ages!
Coffee On 3rd
Christian based Coffee shop in Duncansville, PA brewing Commonplace Coffee
Cosmic Charlie’s Coffee House
Discover the magic of community, connection, & exceptional coffee in the whimsical Cosmic Charlie’s.
Forno Alto Café & Bakery
We’re a cafe that offers an array of coffee & non- coffee drinks featuring brick oven breakfast, lunch & a variety of baked goods!
Green Bean Coffee House
The greenbean offers the best tasting coffee and espresso based beverages in the area.
Hard Bean Cafe
Cozy coffee shop offering an array of global coffees, specialty drinks, and Ritchey’s ice cream.
Honey B’s Coffee Shop
Honey B’s is your small-town coffee shop; serving up signature lattes, handcrafted drinks, and a whole lot of heart.
Mamie’s Cafe & Bakery
Cozy cafe featuring baked goods, desserts, American breakfast dishes & lunchtime sandwiches.
Mansion Donut Co.
We serve gourmet cake donuts, topped fresh to order, Penn State ice cream, and delicious coffee!
Parlor Donuts
Serving Altoona Famous Layered Doughnuts Made fresh all day!
R&A Café
Local, family-owned cafe serving a variety of delicious gourmet coffees, breakfast, and lunch options created with fresh ingredients and a homemade touch.
Vault Cafe
The Vault Cafe in Roaring Spring, PA, stands out as a cozy retreat for coffee enthusiasts seeking a welcoming ambiance. Nestled in the heart of this charming town, the cafe exudes a warm and inviting atmosphere that beckons locals and travelers alike.
Sweet Treats
764 Creamery
Serving Perry’s and Hershey’s hand dipped ice cream as well as soft serve! Sundaes, parfaits, banana splits and more!
Bedford Candies
Experience the delights of Bedford Candies in Altoona! Enjoy hand-dipped chocolates, seasonal specials, and a rotating selection of gourmet popcorn flavors. Plus, enjoy a Rita’s frozen treat on site. A great place to bring your family, youth group, or sports team. Stay updated on social media.
Bella Lucia Gluten Free Cookies
Bella Lucia provides great tasting gluten free products including handmade pizzelles, batters and more!
Blair Candy Co.
Largest selection of candy in the state! Featuring over 3,000 candy and snack items! Walk-in humidor featuring the area’s finest selection of premium cigars!
Dutch Hill Chocolates
Dutch Hill Chocolates has been providing Altoona and Central Pennsylvania area the finest and freshest confections since 1988.
Gardners Candies
Gardners Candies was founded in 1897 by a sixteen-year-old boy named James Pike Gardner in Tyrone, Pennsylvania. Gardners Candies grew over the years by expanding its product line to satisfy customer needs. Their stellar reputation is built upon quality products at affordable prices and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Today, Gardners Candies has 8 retail stores in Pennsylvania. Gardners Candies Stores are beautifully decorated with taste-tempting candies that some have described as “simply out of this world.
MarCia’s Chocolates
All of our caramels are made with fresh butter. All of the cream fillings are made with no artificial flavors or dyes. Everything is made in small batches to control quality and to ensure the freshest chocolates are delivered to you and your family.
Meadow’s Original Frozen Custard – Greenwood
We all scream for ice cream at The Meadows Frozen Custard located in Greenwood.
Meadow’s Original Frozen Custard – Hollidaysburg
We all scream for ice cream at The Meadows Frozen Custard located in Duncansville. It is a historic parlor with its roots starting in the 1950s.
Milky Way Ice Cream
Classic soft serve treats.
Rita’s Ice
Experience the cool vibe at Rita’s of Altoona inside Bedford Candies! Perfect for gatherings with friends, groups, and sports teams. Savor Italian ice, custard, frozen coffee, and more. Come chill with us and explore the flavors!
Ritchey’s Dairy Inc.
Serving quality milk and dairy products since 1940. You will find many different items in their famous ice cream store. Open seven days a week.
