Happy Valley Casino

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Happy Valley Casino in State College, Pennsylvania, opened on April 27, 2026, after clearing regulatory tests on April 24 and 25, 2026. The category 4 casino, owned by SC Gaming LLC (Saratoga Casino Holdings), is located in the former Macy’s space at the Nittany Mall in College Township, Centre County. 

The $120 million project, developed in a 94,000-square-foot space at the mall, is open daily from 10am to 2am. The smoke-free casino features 600 slots, 30 table games, including a high limit room, and two eateries, including a sports-themed sit-down restaurant - Aces Social - with large-screen televisions, along with a centrally located bar that services the restaurant and the gaming floor, and quick eats - Lucky Break Cafe - a quick-serve outlet similar to a food court.

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Dining & Restaurants

Aces Social

• Serving: American, Bar/Pub

Tucked just behind the Center Bar inside Happy Valley Casino, Aces Social is a full-service restaurant you can only reach from the gaming floor. The space offers a comfortable sit-down setting with a broad menu that covers everything from steaks and fresh seafood to pasta dishes, burgers, wings, and other casual favorites. A traditional bar anchors the room, serving a full range of drinks to complement the food. Aces Social is open daily from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

General

Price range: Average

Reservations: (582) 203-1400

Alcohol: Full Bar

Ambience: Casual

Attire: Casual

Hours

Sunday	10:00am / 2:00am
Monday	10:00am / 2:00am
Tuesday	10:00am / 2:00am
Wednesday	10:00am / 2:00am
Thursday	10:00am / 2:00am
Friday	11:00am / 11:00pm
Saturday	11:00am / 11:00pm

Lucky Break Cafe

• Serving: Quick Eats, Cafe/Variety

Luck Beak Café at Happy Valley Casino is designed for convenience, staying open whenever the casino is operating. It’s a quick-stop spot where guests can grab casual bites like pizza by the slice, burgers, ready-made sandwiches, and fresh salads. The café also offers sweet treats, including ice cream, along with a range of snacks and drinks. For coffee lovers, espresso-based beverages featuring Rothrock coffee are available, while the ice cream comes from Meyer Dairy.

General

Price range: Budget

Reservations: (582) 203-1400

Ambience: Casual

Attire: Casual

Hours

Sunday	10:00am / 2:00am
Monday	10:00am / 2:00am
Tuesday	10:00am / 2:00am
Wednesday	10:00am / 2:00am
Thursday	10:00am / 2:00am
Friday	10:00am / 2:00am
Saturday	10:00am / 2:00am

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Center Bar

Conveniently located, the center bar faces the gaming floor and includes bartop slots with video poker and keno variants for customers to enjoy.