Blue & White Pub Opened in State College
The new pub offers a from-scratch kitchen and operates within the existing Blue & White Bottle Shop building.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Owner Ben Lippincott has opened the Blue & White Pub at 222 W. Beaver Ave in State College. The establishment occupies space within the same building as the existing Blue & White Bottle Shop.
Why it matters
The owner identified a specific market need for a mid-tier dining and drinking venue in State College. The pub aims to fill the gap between high-end establishments and traditional dive bars.
The project involved four and a half years of interior demolition and reconfiguration at 222 W. Beaver Ave. The pub features hand-welded steel and recycled sustainable materials throughout the kitchen and dining area.
The players
Ben Lippincott
He is the proprietor of the new pub and previously owned Bradley's Cheesesteaks and Hoagies locations.
The details
The pub produces food items from scratch and will feature rotating international food and drink menus. The interior design utilizes recycled sustainable materials and hand-welded steel to create a distinct atmosphere for patrons.
Timeline
The original bottle shop space opened in 2021.
The shop space closed in 2022.
Final renovation construction was completed in late August 2026.
The pub began its soft opening period in September 2026.
Market Landscape
This opening reflects a broader trend of operators pivoting toward mid-tier hybrid hospitality concepts in college towns. By sharing a building with an existing bottle shop, the business maximizes its footprint to compete against both premium venues and legacy local dives.
Residents can visit the new venue to experience a scratch-made menu and rotating international themes. On Thursday nights, the establishment offers high-quality alcohol at half price.
The takeaway
This new establishment provides a middle-ground dining option for those tired of the binary choice between high-end and low-end venues. Visitors should anticipate a frequently changing menu that highlights various international culinary traditions.
Further reading
For more on local commercial activity, see the Openings & Closings section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Onward State.
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