With the new freshman all moved in and everyone else slowly returning to campus for a new school year, UC is starting to feel normal again with students running all over campus to classes, the Woody’s line wrapped around front on Wednesday nights and all the other things that mark the start of a brand new school year. Well, freshman bear kittens, it’s time to let you in on all the best places to go to eat on and around our wonderful campus. The University of Cincinnati is surrounded by great food places all around. You can find anything from mouthwatering cheap sushi to great big breakfasts and everything in between. Also, another added bonus is that since most of these restaurants are located so close to our college campus, most offer deals for college students to help you survive on your college budget. I highly recommend that you try all of these restaurants and food places listed below during your freshman year here at UC.
1. Half-priced Sushi from Mr. Sushi or Drunken Bentos
If you don’t think you think you like sushi, you’ll definitely learn to like it here at UC. UC has many different sushi restaurants that offer half-priced sushi to anyone dining in. This will surely become a go-to for you and your friends. It’s also a great place to go out to on the weekend nights!
2. Mac Monday at Keystone
Just hearing about Mac Monday can make anyone’s mouth start to water. Go to Keystone on Mondays to get any of their delicious mac and cheese dishes at only half the price. You will for sure not regret this one.
3. Tender Tuesday at Market Pointe
Use your Bearcat card to swipe in to the Market Pointe dining hall to try the best chicken tenders a dining hall could possibly offer. I guarantee you’ll be hooked and go back for more every Tuesday.
4. Toppers sticks from Toppers
Whether they be covered in delicious bacon or gooey with vanilla frosting, toppers sticks are a must-try once you live on or near Cincinnati’s campus. Toppers is open super late, so they’re great drunk food option for after you go out.
5. Mexican food and margaritas from Los Potrillos
For all the Mexican food lovers out there, try Los Potrillos restaurant for great food and some tasty margaritas. Try not to fill up on too many chips and the queso dip that is so addicting.
6. Get some sweet waffles at Taste of Belgium
Coming from Cleveland, these waffles were definitely a new taste to me, but it’s something all students at UC should try.
7. Breakfast or brunch at Hang Over Easy
If you’re looking for the perfect place to go grab breakfast or brunch with your friends, this is definitely it. Hang Over Easy has great food and a nice patio that’s perfect for relaxing on a Saturday or Sunday morning with friends.
8. Chinese food from Red Pepper
This is a great restaurant to go to to satisfy your Chinese food cravings. Another plus, you can use the Order Up app to get it delivered right to your dorm or apartment! I highly recommend.
Have a great freshman year and try all the different things that UC has to offer, especially all the great food! Go Bearcats!
