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Best Bets: USF hangouts

Thanks in part to the red-hot football program, being a Bull is stepping out of the shadows of their "community college as a university" self. Now that the eyes of the nation is giving USF another look, locals are putting more pride into the green and gold. Students as well as townies are heading up to campus for classes, games, and even cultural events. For those who find themselve in the area, Metromix put together our picks near campus.

For a link to all the restaurants on or near campus check out the CampusDish.

 

 

 

 

Chubby's

2025 E. Fowler Ave. - tampa
813-977-2683

With a name like that, how could we not start of with this watering hole? It's also the home of the infamous NICKEL BEER THURSDAYS!

Beef O'Brady's -- USF

4202 E. Fowler Ave. - Tampa
813-974-8735

Casual sports bar and restaurant right off campus on Fowler

Mr. Dunderbaks

14929 Bruce B. Downs Blvd. - Tampa
813-977-4104

Shimmy into your lederhosen and head over to Mr. Dunderbak's to for some international relations. This biergarten boasts having more than 300 beers available.

The Claw at USF

13801 North 46th St. - Tampa
813-632-6893

Practice putting your MBA social skills to use at USF's 18-hole championship golf course

Skipper's Smokehouse

pick Skipper's Smokehouse

910 Skipper Rd. - Tampa
(813) 971-0666

For students who'd rather forego the club scene and chill out to some live music

Boba Internet Cafe

Boba Internet Cafe

2764 University Square Dr. - Tampa
813-866-8569

This fun spot features Boba or "bubble" teas and WIfi. A great place to find some study space off campus.

Sacred Grounds Coffee House

Sacred Grounds Coffee House

4819 E. Busch Blvd. - Tampa
813-983-0837

Sacred Grounds welcomes a diverse crowd to enjoy coffee, light eats and live entertainment.

Lettuce Lake Park

Lettuce Lake Park

6920 E. Fletcher Avenue - Tampa
813-987-6204

Need to get out some energy before the huge study session? This park offers bike paths, jogging trails and picnic areas

AMF - University Lanes

13109 North 56th St. - Tampa

University Lanes you can get your drink on, while working off that gut. Um... yeah. Oh, and they have some cheap weekday specials for the cash impaired.

Acropolis Bar and Grill

Acropolis Bar and Grill

14947 Bruce B Downs Blvd - Tampa
(813) 971-1787

Opa! Experience a Taste of Greece in New Tampa.

Peabody's Entertainment Complex

15333 Amberly Dr - Tampa
813-972-1725

Peabody's and the Palms Lounge combine to offer pool, food, drinks and entertainment in Tampa Palms near University of South Florida.

The Greenery Pub

13740 N 42nd St - Tampa
813-977-5992‎

Local bar and hangout for University of South Florida students.

LA Hangout

LA Hangout

16411 N Florida Ave - Lutz
813-964-5631

Classic neighborhood bar that's always a good time.

Chili's Grill and Bar

Chili's Grill and Bar

2794 E. Fowler Ave. - Tampa

Casual Tex-Mex restaurant and bar.

Copper Top Pub

Copper Top Pub

5112 E. Fowler Avenue - Tampa
813-988-8656

A no-frills pub favored by University of South Florida students and alumni.

Marie's Overtime Pub

7122 E. Fowler Ave. - Tampa
813-985-9029

A stress-free bar with a simple and relaxing environment.

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