Special Menus
There doesn't need to be a special occasion to dine at Harrison's but we enjoy planning special menus for some of life's extra special celebrations and favorite holidays.
Rustic Italian | Valentine's Day | Tropical Fusion | Spice! | Mother's Day | Penn State Graduation | Summer Seafood Specials | Seasonal Football Fare | Thanksgiving | Holidays | New Year's Eve
Rustic Italian Menu
In February, Harrison's explores the robust flavors of rustic Italy - the old world flavors of coast and countryside.
» View our Rustic Italian Menu!
Valentine's Day
We are all about "Undivided Attention" at Harrison's on Valentine's Day! Our undivided attention is on fresh ingredients, great taste and superb service, so that yours can be on your Valentine. We offer two ways to Eat Well, Drink Well on this romantic holiday each year:
- Special Valentine's Day Menu - You set the time, we'll set the table and together we'll set the mood for a very special celebration. In addition to our full menu, we offer a la carte features served in our dining room.
- » View the 2012 Special Valentine's Menu here
- A Romantic Valentine To-Go Dinner Menu - If a quiet, romantic evening at home is preferred this Valentine's Day - pre-order a chef-prepared meal to heat and romantically serve in your own space. Just add some candles, flowers and a bottle of wine!
Tropical Fusion Caribbean Style Menu
Escape the winter doldrums! Join us in March for festive foods and some cheerful warm-weather atmosphere. We are featuring regional foods & beverages of the balmy Caribbean Islands -- fresh seafood, plantains, equatorial fruits & herbs, tropical drinks and the Caribbean-fusion flavors of Spain, Africa, India and the native Caribbean.
» View our Tropical Fusion Menu!
Spice!
Spice! was an all new special menu featured throughout May 2011. This enticing menu was based on the delicious flavors of the spice-producing regions of Southeast Asia and the surrounding islands. We anticipate bringing a similar feature menu back in spring of 2012 and, by popular request we are featuring the well-loved Ginger Margarita year round.
» View the 2011 Spice! menu here
Mother's Day
Mother's Day is one of our three most popular days of the year - bringing Mom to Harrison's says special! With deliciously creative food, a relaxed yet upscale atmosphere, and friendly, caring service, the mother that you celebrate will know how much you care. We traditionally serve our full dinner menu from plus some special Mother's Day Features, such as the ever-popular Lobster Wrapped Scallops Beurre Blanc with Fresh Asparagus. Reservations fill up quickly for this day so please reserve early. Another hint: Harrison's Gift Cards make excellent Mother's Day gifts!
Penn State Graduation
Each year, Harrison's offers a Penn State Graduation Prix Fixe Menu for Penn State's spring graduation weekend. We make your special achievement a distinctive celebration with a menu that includes our fresh salad bar, hors d'oeuvres, fresh bread, delicious top-notch entrées and assorted desserts. Full bar service, including bubbly is available!
» View the 2011 prix fixe menu that was served.
Summer Seafood Specials
Being landlocked in Central Pennsylvania doesn't keep us from serving delicious seafood in State College. We go out of market to the Eastern seashore to select the freshest harvest from the sea including summer favorites that include seasonal soft shell crabs in June, fresh day boat scallops in July, and succulent lump crab in August. When these menus are announced, be sure to hurry in before they disappear!
» Soft Shell Crab Menu, June 2011
» Day Boat Scallop Menu, July 2011
» Lump Crab Menu, August 2011
Seasonal Football Fare
Our casual Seasonal Football Fare is made up of sports-minded favorites that are served alongside our regular Menu. It's sports bar food but BETTER! This year, the competition is on. We are serving our Beef Sliders Trio - The Best of PA! Which part of Pennsylvania has the best beef sandwich? You taste and decide: Philly Cheese Steak, Blitzburgh Pastrami “Primanti-Style”, and last but certainly not least, Harrison’s Grilled Balsamic Beef. Harrison's is also the perfect tailgate spot before or after the game. We welcome large groups for lunch and dinner.
» View the 2011 Seasonal Football Fare selections here
Thanksgiving
Take Home Ready & Delicious! Whether you are hosting your first Thanksgiving or your thirty-first, let's face it, this is the big meal of the year. This American tradition can feel overwhelming but it doesn't have to - with a little (or a lot) of help from Harrison's! We have meals for as few as two ready for pick up at the restaurant at your scheduled time. If trimmings are what you need, pick and choose the favorite sides of your choice or if the "main attraction" is all you need, we can help with a whole roasted turkey or sliced, seasoned turkey breast.
» View the 2011 Thanksgiving Menu here
Holiday Features
It's the most wonderful time of the year! Chef Harrison creates a delicious menu of holiday features to enjoy most of December. Our annual Yuletide Luncheon Buffet also offers a festive environment and generous selections to share with a friend, colleague or the entire office staff! Our Yuletide Luncheon Buffet features seasonal favorites including six homemade soups, our signature Fresh Bar, a full hot buffet, & assorted finger desserts. Reservations are recommended for this Harrison's tradition!
» View the 2011 Holiday Menu here
New Year's Eve
At Harrison's, we believe in indulging in great food, in a relaxed atmosphere while remembering the current year and anticipating the new year. Harrison's dining room is the perfect place to celebrate with a low-key but high-taste evening on New Year's Eve. New Year's Eve 2011 was celebrated with Chef Harrison's Lobster-Wrapped Scallops with Champagne Buerre Blanc, Fresh Tuna with Ginger Plum Sauce and Grilled Beef Tenderloin with Bacon & Gorgonzola. Plus, sparkling wines by the glass.
» See the 2011 New Year's Eve menu here
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