[Chad]

Dining Off Campus
By Danielle Lorenz

There are many places to eat in the general area of campus. But only a select few are affiliated with the university and thus you can use your meal plan with. This can only be done with the Freedom plan (for off-campus students), or with residence students with a FLEX account. If you have absolutely no idea what I’m talking about, you can look at the Meal Card information at this website: http://hospitality.mcmaster. ca/Mea...f_Campus .htm. Additionally, the Hospitality Services website, which gives you more in-depth information about all of the off-campus vendors is available here.

East Side Mario’s
East Side Mario’s, East Side Mario’s, hey! Budda boom, budda bing! American-Italian food, decently priced, and with a pretty good selection. My only qualm with this place is their vegetable soup is made with a beef broth. That makes no sense to me what-so-ever.

Boston Pizza
Very similar to East Side, in that there is a lot of pizza and pasta served. BP is very popular on nights of big sporting events (Leafs, mostly…come on people. Accept that they’re never going to win the Cup anytime soon…), so their bar section is usually packed. Also a fair selection with reasonably priced food.

Kelsey’s
I think they have the dumbest possible commercials ever. I do however love their garlic bread. And I have some fond memories of their basement (Wreck the Reps 2004 and 2005!!). They’re a little bit more expensive than BP or East Side.

Pizza Pizza
I think Pizza Pizza makes some of the best pizza out there. They deliver pretty late, and they have good prices. And amazing garlic dipping sauce. Just be wary that you’re not eating the fattier options too often otherwise you’ll end up getting fattier as well.

Mahal
I have honestly never eaten here. I have a lot of problems with my stomach so I am a little bit scared to do so. I have friends (one who was actually born in India) that have eaten here and really enjoyed it. I heard some really good things about their naan.

TwelvEighty (aka. 1280) - the MSU-run campus bar
If you have read some of my other articles you will know that TwelvEighty serves many functions. I have a feeling it is considered an off-campus venue because it is not affiliated with Hospitality Services. The food here is very well priced.

Basilique
This quant little place is located just down the street from my house. Their menu features a variety of Mediterranean cuisine. They have some amazing pizza. They also serve a variety of other yummy kabobs, shawarma, salads and subs.

Pita Pit
Oh, Pita Pit. I have had many journeys to you over the last few years; ironically less since I moved close by. The staff here are always friendly, funny and quick. They are open late every night (between 2AM and 4AM) and they also deliver. There is a wide variety of both vegetarian and meat options, and everything is made fresh to order which will make everyone happy.

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[lorend]

And Crabby Joe's is now affiliated with Mac to, apparently.

Yay, memories.

[lorend]

Ram's Head is also now affiliated with the Mac Meal plan.

And I went to Mahal last nite. I wasn't very hungry so I just got some naan. Phenominal. One of my friends (who I went with last nite, and is not the aforementioned Indian friend) is in love with their butter chicken.

[joset2]

People seem to forget BEIJING HUT . Its a small family run restaurant. I wouldnt say its the best spot to go and dine but works well for a delicious economic meal take outs. It is right opposite to TALLY HO on main street. The place is always crowded with students like me who crave chinese food !!!!!!!!!

[Chad]

And can't forget PANCAKE HOUSE, which is way overpriced, but delicious