Way Fruit Farm

A bit out of the way (at least for us) but well worth the trip.
Great selection, a bit pricey, very friendly staff and the best part is their tiny café in the back.
We had the homemade potato/​ham soup, homemade chicken salad sandwich, veggie sandwich thing all on fresh bread, again, homemade.
I have to say, the food was excellent. The café staff were very friendly and funny, even yelling to us from across the room (had to be there).
We had some great café food, brought home some fresh produce and had a few laughs.
Other than the accident we got in on the way home, I’d say we had a good day.
No worries, we’re fine. Bumper, not so much.
Why 4 stars?
One trip does not 5 stars make.
We will return.

Although this is about 20 minutes outside State College, it’s one if the tastiest breakfasts «in town». Farm fresh everything! While many think of Way Fruit Farm as solely a country market, the café is not to be missed. Everything is made to order, from scratch. Big, hearty country portions. Local everything. I can’t help but think that Grandma Way is back there stirring a little extra bacon fat into everything. Nothing tastes as good as country fresh, and that’s exactly what you get here. Lunch is also excellent. Be sure to ask about the daily specials, those have been some of my favorite meals.
The apple cider doughnuts are a must! Buy extra because you’ll always want one more. And, don’t miss the cookie cupboards across from the café register. Varieties change, but you can’t go wrong. I often find older cookie recipes that I haven’t seen since childhood. Thanks Grandma Way!

Strawberry picking yesterday, very disappointing. The field was full of weeds, there were no rows so many times I found myself stepping on strawberries. Difficult to pick and often strawberries were moldy or looked inedible. Have picked strawberries here every year and after our experience this year don’t plan a return trip. Interestingly, there was another patch of strawberries (already picked) that had straw strewn throughout preventing weeds from taking over. Would have been nice if they prepared all fields the same.

Well deserved 5 star review. I come to the retail store and see them at the farmer’s market. I’ve bought apples, oranges, pears, strawberries, etc. They even sell local meats. You must try the cider. It is sooo good! Their little café in the back of the retail store is certainly one of the area’s hidden gems. From hot cider to salads, to sloppy joes, it’s all good. Oh, and the sassafras soda! It’s just a few minutes outside State College and well worth the short drive. Great family establishment!

Incredibly friendly staff, vast selection, and quality that is second to none. Delicious café with salads and sandwiches, as well as baked goods, and all at a reasonably price. Worth the detour from your route to stop in here!

I have mixed reviews about Way. My dogs vet is just around the corner, so we’ve come here a few times, and each time buy a bag of apples.
The first time, we bought Fuji apples and they were sweet and great. (Bought early April) However, they did not last as long as apples I have bought elsewhere, and got mushy quite quickly. They were tasty while they lasted. The next time I went in, I purchased Ida Red apples as they were advertised as sweet and crisp, but they ended up being mushy and soft. It was a bummer, as I had bought a bag of these as well. I guess it was too late in the season? (This was beginning of May) I’m sure the apples are better earlier in the season.
I am excited to see what strawberry season will bring!

The best produce from the nicest people in Centeal Pennsylvania. Ways is a quality, family run operation who care about their products, being good stewards of the earth, and good members o of the community. Jason and Megan Copey, who run the farm, are exceptional folks and their passion shows. The on-​site restaurant is small but delicious and all baked goods are made in house. Yum!

Way Fruit Farm is one of my favorite places to stop each time I come back to Central PA — it’s just off Rt 550, about 25 min from PSU.
Why visit?
— They have the freshest fruits and veggies you’ll find anywhere (especially corn and apple season!)
— Cutest country store with tons of freshly made goodies and a café… you can stop by for lunch!
— I recommend stocking up on: their doughnuts, no bake cookies, and anything else fresh in the store!

Way has become one of my happy places, and a go-​to for a leisurely weekend lunch. We first went to Way last fall after our first visit to Halfmoon Valley Animal Hospital across the street (also an awesome establishment… see my review!). We got a DELICIOUS apple brown betty pie that was still warm when we got it home, and it was heavenly!
We’ve since been back to buy fruit, apple cider, local meats, homemade soups, and other delicious groceries, to pick strawberries earlier this summer, and to eat brunch/​lunch on several occasions.
My favorite items from the café so far are the BLT (the pesto and fresh-​baked multigrain bread are amazing! and I like to add avocado), the apple cider donuts (especially tasty if they are still warm), and the homemade pickles. But really everything we have had has been excellent.
We will continue going back for all of the above and more!

It’s fall. We must have honey crisp apples. To Way! We were hungry when we landed here and discovered a happy surprise. They serve food! We each got vegetarian sandwiches and sat in their delightful café area, listening to Neal Young and enjoying a surprisingly good lunch. Mine, with pesto, avocado, and assorted fresh veggies, was excellent; husband enjoyed his as well– and the bite I tried was delicious, with a mix of cheese, hot mustard, and tons of veggies. One thing I’ve noticed about this area is that lots of foods that I’m used to as a hot/​spicy/​savory item are served sweet here: peppers, pickles… Even the tomato sauce you get is always sweet. It usually doesn’t sit right with me, but the sweet pickles and banana peppers here were actually really good.
In the market, we purchased our produce for the week: honey crisp apples (!), zucchini, tomatoes, and peppers. Not all produced on this farm, but all local. And we’ll be back for more apples, and for squash to bake once it’s cool enough to turn the oven on!
Oh, and for those from more urban areas like we are: this is one of those great places in this area to bring visiting relatives for a real «country» experience. And if you come from State College, and take Buffalo Run Road, make a couple of wrong turns, and drive up and down Halfmoon Valley Road for a while, the drive is pretty and, um, takes up some time. If you’re looking for a way to do that. (If you’re not, it actually only takes about 10 minutes ;)

Way Fruit Farm has delicious produce. It’s always fresh and cheap. In addition to the variety of fruit they have available seasonly, they have a small vegetable section, bulk food section, café, bakery, and even local beef and pork. It’s not that far outside of town (about a 10 – 15 min drive), but for those who can’t get out there they do attend local farmers markets. If you live in State College and haven’t been here yet, then I highly recommend trying it out!

A wonderful destination any time of year!
In spring and summer, there are u-​pick strawberries, plus fresh local produce and flower baskets. Summer peaches are my favorite– the best I have ever tasted! In fall and winter, you can find a fantastic selection of apple varieties and the best cider I’ve ever tasted.
The market carries local eggs, cheese, pasta and frozen ready-​made dinners, soups, entrees and their amazing pumpkin roll. You can also pick up all sorts of dry goods– flour, oats, dried fruit, coffee, jams and jellies and local sauces and spreads. They also carry canning supplies!
In the café, you can get lunch made to order, and breakfast on weekends. My favorite is the Apple Salad– the homemade dressing is addictive. The bakery makes bread, rolls, cookies and pies… and apple cider doughnuts. There is nothing nicer than a «still warm from the oven» doughnut and a cup of hot, spiced cider on a crip fall morning. Mmmmm! Eating in is always pleasant if you have some time to spare; everything is made to order and it does take a little time to get your food. Eating in front of the fireplace is especially lovely in the cooler weather.
The friendly staff is always ready to answer your questions, suggest recipes or help you find what you are looking for.

Great place to get your apples or pumpkins for the fall and the best unpast cider for u hard cider makers out there

The 5-​star rating could be for the apple cider alone. Unpasturized and fresh, it tastes great and at $ 4 a gallon, it’s definitely worth the trip out of town to get some. Of course, there is plenty of fresh fruit. Sadly, I’ve only heard of this place lately, so all they have now is apples. But I’ll be sure to be back in the summer for a wider variety. The farm also features a bakery and sells local meat. I have yet to try either, but a friend assures me that the apple cider donuts are tasty.