Tired of eating the same Sodexo dining hall food time and time again? I’m here to help! Check out these seven delicious and affordable off-campus hot spots to dine in your free time!
1. The Yellow Deli
The Yellow Deli, located at 134 Main Street, is a popular dining choice for many students. Open 24-hours a day, 5 days a week, from Sunday at noon until Friday at 3 p.m., The Yellow Deli offers a peaceful atmosphere for all. The calm and quiet setting can serve as a relaxing place to study, or just to eat a meal. The Deli menu ranges from sandwiches, salads and soups, to baked goods and breakfast, along with a juice bar that offers smoothies and other drinks. You can follow The Yellow Deli on their Twitter page, @Yellow_Deli, for daily updates on their soups, muffins, spreads, and more.
2. Undercover Eggplant
Many call The Undercover Eggplant Company a “hidden gem.” Not many students know of this awesome restaurant, but once they do, it’s hard to keep them away. The Undercover Eggplant is open Monday-Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 7 p.m. Folks say you “don’t have to love eggplant to love this place.” They offer a wide variety of sandwiches, salads and pizzas. All sandwiches are served with a side of to-die-for homemade pasta salad. Check them out at 421 Chestnut Street- you won’t be disappointed!
3. Latte Lounge
Latte Lounge, located at 196 Main Street, is open Monday-Friday 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Well-known for their coffee selection, Latte Lounge’s menu also offers a variety of culinary options, including soups, sandwiches and baked goods. Free wireless internet access is provided, which can be a blessing if you’re looking for a place to relax and get work done. Each day the Latte Lounge has a large selection of specials, including: soups, pastries and their Latte of the Day. The Lounge recently announced the future opening of Lounge Lizard’s Grub Mobile, a food truck that will travel around Oneonta selling fresh breakfast foods, hot coffee, salads, and burgers.
4. Tiger Asian Cuisine
Tiger Asian Cuisine is a new Asian cuisine restaurant that opened towards the end of the 2015 spring semester. Tiger is open Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Sunday noon to 9 p.m. They’re located at 195 Main Street, offering hibachi, sushi, drinks, and more. Tiger offers vegetarian options to their guests, and also delivers if you’re feeling lazy (like me, most of the time).
5. Tino’s
Tino’s is not your typical pizza place. Popular after a night out on the town, Tino’s offers a selection of pizza pies that most have never heard of. My personal favorite, the Walter Slice, is made up of buffalo chicken, general Tso’s chicken, and ranch dressing. Tino’s is also known as the “Original Home of The Cold Cheese Slice.” The cold cheese slice is any slice of pizza your heart desires, topped with cold mozzarella cheese. Although Tino’s is primarily known for their pizza, they also serve delicious subs, salads and more. Tino’s is open Mondays 11 a.m. until 10 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. and Friday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 3 a.m. Pay them a visit at 180 Main Street to discover your new favorite slice of pizza!
6. The Depot
The Depot Restaurant & Tavern, located at 4 ½ Railroad Avenue, is a popular dining spot for many students. The Depot is open Tuesday-Thursday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The Depot is known for their awesome weekly features, which are as follows: Tuesday night offers $8 large cheese pizzas, Wednesday night is .20 cent bone-in wing night, and Thursday is .40 cent bone-less wing night. Apart from their specials, The Depot offers a large selection of dining options suitable for anyone.
7. Oneonta Hots
Oneonta Hots, located at 281 Main Street, claims they’re “not just a place for late night pizza, but a destination to satisfy any craving!” The menu is varied enough to keep any guest happy, offering such classic meals as hot dogs, burgers and subs, as well as specialty chicken Philly, pulled pork and buffalo and spicy tenders. Their hours are subject to change as fall semester rolls around, but check the“Oneonta Hots” Facebook to stay up-to-date with their schedule and specials!