Here at Her Campus USF, we’ve thoroughly covered how to eat healthy on a budget (check out these articles here, here and here.). The problem is that we’ve always focused on packing your own lunch. I think you’ll agree with me when I say that food tastes so much better when someone else cooked it!
That’s why I’ve compiled this list of tasty, healthy AND budget-conscious restaurants around USF.
Okay, I’ll admit I’m a bit biased toward Jason’s because I’ve worked there for nearly two years. But seriously, none of its food items contain high fructose corn syrup or artificial colors and dyes. They even have an entire gluten-free menu. There’s a huge, fresh salad bar, a variety of soups and a few healthy sandwiches and wraps to choose from. Plus, you might want to treat yourself to some of its complimentary ice cream (It’s ok! I won’t tell anyone you cheated on your diet). Show them your USF I.D. Friday, Saturday, Sunday or Monday and receive 10% off! (Dine-in only)
Located at 2702 E Fowler Ave. (by Sweetbay and Five Guys).
SoFresh Salads and Grill only opened its doors earlier this year, but it has already created buzz among USF students. They sell all sorts of salads, sandwiches, wraps and smoothies. I went for the first time a few weeks ago and ordered the White Bean Wrap and kale salad. It was all so fresh and delicious. My friend was super satisfied with the smoothie he ordered. SoFresh is now one of my go-to restaurants! It doesn’t hurt that USF students receive a 20% discount on Saturdays.
Located at 2774-A E. Fowler Ave. (by Sweetbay).
Kaleisia Tea Lounge, with its zen atmosphere, free wifi and yummy food, is my go-to place to eat and study. It has a cool Japanese-style room called the “Shōji Sukiya” room where you embrace Japanese culture by removing your shoes and lounging on floor. Choose from one of the many teas located on its Wall of Teas and munch on some of its snacks and entrees. My favorite item is the Hummus Avocado Wrap. The Pumpkin Coconut Soup is also to die for.
Located at 1441 E. Fletcher Ave.
Sweet Tomatoes is worth the farther drive. Create your own perfect meal at its salad bar, soup station and bakery. Coupons for this buffet-style restaurant can be found almost every week in the Sunday newspaper. You can find new items almost every time you eat here because its menu changes monthly. Check out its current selection on its website.
Located at 14703 N. Dale Mabry Highway.
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