Tuesday, September 27, 2011

Eating Out: Five great places for food off campus



So, now that the semester is completely underway, you've probably gotten used to, or at least re-acquainted with eating on campus most days. First year students in particular are probably starting to wonder what the best options are for off-campus dining. Even upperclassmen may not know all of the options available outside of Valentine dining hall.


Here are some of the top choices for eating out around Lasell, in no particular order:


1. Bruegger's Bagels


Bagels, coffee and breakfast sandwiches are all available for a low price right by campus. They're also the only place on this list that accepts Laser Loot, which means no cash is neccessary if you have money on your torch card. Also, if you're looking to buy in bulk, baker's dozens are half-off on Wednesdays.


2. Prime Deli


Located right next to Brandeis University in Waltham, the Prime Deli offers everything from omlettes to cheeseburgers, and you won't be disappointed regardless of which one you pick. They deliver as early as 9 a.m. until 9:30 p.m., giving you a choice of breakfast, lunch or dinner.


3. Prospect Cafe


The reccomended dish: buffalo chicken calzone. If you're from outside the Massachusetts area, it's possible you've never heard of such a concoction (I hadn't either), but once you feast on one for the first time you'll never be the same again. If the calzone seems too intimidating, their pizza comes highly reccommended by many and they deliver, making it even easier to fill up without going out.


4. Carl's Steak Subs & Burritos


Philly's got nothing on this. Carl's steak and cheese sub runs away with the honor of 'best cheesesteak', not just in Mass. but the world. Be warned: only order the large if you don't want to eat again for at least 24 hours, as it has the potential to overload your stomach. If the subs aren't for you, the burritos just might be. They're equally overloaded with fresh ingredients and come at an affordable price. The only down side is that they don't deliver, so you'll need to find a ride to their location at 55 Prospect St. in Waltham.


5. Wing Night at John Brewer's Tavern


Sunday and Monday nights are king at John Brewer's Tavern in Waltham. 20 cent wings are available from 6 p.m. on those nights, meaning that you can get as many wings as you can handle, plus a drink and blue cheese (the wings are hot, so you'll need it) for under $10. Watch out during football season, though, as it can get crowded pretty quickly for the big Sunday and Monday night games.


So, What are you in the mood for?