The Top 20 Go-To Restaurants For College Kids In Tallahassee
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The Top 20 Go-To Restaurants For College Kids In Tallahassee

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The Top 20 Go-To Restaurants For College Kids In Tallahassee
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Tallahassee is a college town with what seems like a new restaurant on every corner you turn. I've eaten everything from corndogs from street carts to fine dining in this city. Needless to say, my wallet hates me and my stomach loves me. However, I've created a list of my top 20 go to eats that have gotten me through the past 3 and a half years of college and might just be able to help you achieve that freshman (or in my case senior) 15 even quicker.

1. Dunkin' Donuts 10 minutes before closing.

My freshman year I stumbled upon what I did not realize at the time was a gold mine. Basically I was having a casual Tuesday night donut craving and went to Dunkin' about 10 minutes before closing and ended up getting 3 dozen donuts for free.

The employee working told me that when they close, whatever donuts are left just get thrown away so instead of wasting these precious dough babies, he gave them to me. And so now, 3 years later, you can catch me going to Dunkin', way too often, 10 minutes before closing for the sweetest deal of all time. Clarification: this is not a Dunkin' Donuts policy and is not guaranteed to work every time.

2. McDonald's at 11 p.m. for a McDouble and Coke.

It's become a bit of a ritual, some might call it a problem, that around 11 p.m. on any given night you can bet I'm craving a McDouble and Coke from McDonald's. I mean come on, it's less than $3 and it's delicious, so hate on me all you want but you're the one missing out, not me.

3. Hobbit.

I could go on for days about everything I love about Hobbit, but I'll spare you. The mini corn dogs and wings are my bread and butter. I mean come on mini corn dogs?? Incredible.

4. Gordos.

What's not to love about Gordos? It's the prized possession of Tally. The environment, the cubans, the fries, the Gordos sauce, and of course, the Gordos Smash. Nothing says college like a giant plastic cup filled to the brim with a pink colored liquid hangover.

5. Whataburger Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit.

If you try and tell me you haven't had a Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit after a night out, you're lying. These little drops of heaven are honestly what I look forward to most when going out.

6. Chick Fil A.

I'm pretty sure I've spent more money at Chick Fil A in the past 3 and a half years than on all the money spent on my college education. And let me tell you, it has been my pleasure.

7. Bagel Bagel.

There's nothing better than waking up on a Saturday morning after a night out at Recess and going to Bagel Bagel to bring you back to life.

8. El Patron.

You might risk being shot, but it's worth it for the BOGO margs and chips and salsa.

9. Madison Social Sweet Potato Kale Salad.

Yeah that's right. #health #fitness

10. Donut Kingdom.

When you're not feeling like eating kale or working out, you should just go ahead and make your way over to Donut Kingdom. You can thank me later.

11. Momo's Pizza.

If you don't love eating a slice of pizza that's literally bigger than your head, you're wrong.

12. Jasmine Cafe Sushi.

Jasmine is all about ballin' on a budget. They are the home of 2 rolls of sushi, soup, and salad all for $10 AND (drum roll please) $1 sake bombs.

13. Bird's Aphrodisiac Oyster Shack

Oysters, amazing burgers, and on Wednesday nights they have comedy night. If you haven't been to Bird's you need to get your butt in the car right now.

14. Bella Bella.

I swear their Bubble Bread was literally made by the angels in Heaven.

15. Gumby's Pokey Sticks.

There's nothing like a box of Pokey's after a wild night at Yianni's am I right?

16. Lucky Goat Coffee.

I love everything about Lucky Goat. The coffee is great, the environment is cozy and calm, they have cool shirts and hats. What else could you want from a coffee shop?

17. Hopkins.

Hopkins is a little Tallahassee local place with the best sandwiches ever. Not many people know about it, but I would 10/10 recommend trying it out if you haven't already.

18. Tin Lizzy's.

Tin Lizzy's is the move post happy hour/pre Recess. It's got amazing tacos, queso, and margaritas.

19. Brick Haus Pizza.

The pizza's good. The wine is cheap. What more do you need?

20. Charlie's Corn Dog Stand.

Charlie's corn dogs are pretty much the only reason I ever go to Standard, because I know that's what I have to look forward to at the end of the night.

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