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Ursinus College - Off-Campus Dining - Off-Campus Dining - College ProwlerCollege Prowler3.46

Off-Campus Dining

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Student Favorites
  • Collegeville Diner
  • Peking Chinese Restaurant
  • Rocco's Pizza
24-Hour Dining Collegeville Diner (on the weekends)
Best Asian Peking Chinese Restaurant
Best Breakfast Collegeville Diner
Best Healthy Lara’s Café
Best Pizza Rocco's Pizza
Best Wings The Trappe Tavern
Best Place to Take Your Parents Gypsy Rose Restaurant & Banquet Center
Other Places to Check Out
  • The Cheesecake Factory
  • The Collegeville Inn
  • DaVinci's Pub
  • McDonald's
  • Panera Bread
  • SaladWorks
  • Subway
  • Wawa

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Since on-campus dining is somewhat lacking in quality, off-campus dining looks much more appealing by default. There is a nice variety of food, ranging from the cheap and quick to pricier, higher-quality cuisine. What’s even nicer is that most restaurants are locally run and operated, so they have a much more personal touch to them. There are a few chains, but, generally, students will go to a diner for food. Several restaurants are within walking distance, which makes it especially nice for those who don’t have a car, but there are also plenty of restaurants that can be found while driving.

Since Ursinus is located in a heavily residential area, it can sometimes be hard to find some restaurants. But even though a bit of local knowledge is required, students find that off-campus food is worth seeking out. However, most restaurants cater to local residents, not college students, so sometimes the food can be a bit pricier than desired. Thankfully, though, the student favorites—Collegeville Diner and Rocco’s Pizza—are very close and provide great food at a good price.

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Off-Campus Dining at Ursinus College

jonniehandschin

Neuroscience '14

3.8
B+

You Have to Look Hard Enough...

The first place that many students check out upon arriving at Ursinus is the Collegevile Diner but, with a college wallet, the place becomes difficult to swing after a while. There are plenty of reasonably priced pizza shops (my favorite being the conveniently located Marzella's, sushi places, and bars with restaurant seating. As a vegetarian, I'm used to picking and choosing my way around menus, but, I'd love to see more organic/vegetarian options nearby! I think they'd be a hit with students!

Jul 11, 2011

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Off-Campus Dining at Ursinus College

erschnebel

Business '13

4.6
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Small Town Love

Ursinus College is located in Collegeville, PA. It is a very small town but offers a lot of options near by for students that are in walking distance. Some of the places are small, local, family owned places, but there are also chain restaurants and fast food places that are equally as convenient.

Jun 24, 2010

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Off-Campus Dining at Ursinus College

Anonymous

Ursinus College Student

I only go to a few places—Wawa,...

I only go to a few places—Wawa, Collegeville Diner, and Rocco’s Pizza.

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User rating for Ursinus College - Off-Campus Dining is 4.6 out of 5 based on 14 user reviews.

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Grocery StoresWhat's This?

Acme Sav-On
222 W. Main St.
(610) 489-4233

Redner’s Markets
201 2nd Ave.
(610) 454-9709

Superfresh
130 W. Main St.
(610) 454-0114

Restaurant ListingsWhat's This?

The Back Porch Café
Food: Pasta, seafood, steak
4000 Skippack Pike, Sippack Village
(610) 584-7870
www.skippackrestaurants.com
Price: $10–$30

Bennigan’s Grill & Tavern
Food: American
160 N. Gulph Rd, King of Prussia
(610) 337-0633
www.bennigans.com
Price: Less than $15

Bonjung Japanese Restaurant
Food: Japanese
50 W. Third Ave.
(610) 489-7022
www.bonjungsushi.com
Price: $10–$30
Cool Features: Outdoor seating available

Collegeville Diner
Food: American
290 Main St.
(610) 409-9600
www.collegevillediner.com
Price: Less than $15

Cutillo’s Restaurant & Lounge
Food: Italian/American
2688 E. High St., Sanatoga
(610) 327-2910
Price: Less than $25
Cool Features: A harpist plays on Friday and Saturday nights

Gypsy Rose Restaurant & Banquet Center
Food: American
505 Bridge Rd.
(610) 489-1600
www.gogypsyrose.com
Price: Less than $25
Cool Features: Jazz brunch held every Sunday

Harpoon Louie’s Steak and Seafood House
Food: American, seafood
639 Schuylkill Rd., Phoenixville
(610) 933-1655
harpoonlouiesrestaurant.com
Price: Less than $25
Cool Features: Come on your birthday and receive a gift certificate toward your next visit

Juno’s Sports Bar & Grille
Food: American
50 W. Third Ave.
(610) 454-7731
junossportsbarandgrille.com
Price: Less than $20

The Lakeside Inn
Food: Italian/American
594 W. Ridge Pike, Limerick
(610) 495-8100
www.thelakesideinn.net
Price: Less than $30
Cool Features: Brunch is held every Sunday

Lara’s Café
Food: Mediterranean
321 10th Ave., Royersford
(866) 834-0717
www.larascafe.com
Price: $6–$20

Marzella’s Pizza
Food: Italian
488 E. Main St.
(610) 489-4946
Price: Less than $10

Peking Chinese Restaurant
Food: Chinese
130 W. Main St.
(610) 489-2959
Price: Less than $10

Road House Grille
Food: American
4022 Skippack Pike, Sippack Village
(610) 584-4231
www.skippackrestaurants.com
Price: $10–$35
Cool Features: Restaurant renovated from an 18th-century colonial mansion

Rocco's Pizza
Food: Italian
201 2nd Ave.
(610) 831-0100
www.roccobrickoven.com
Price: Less than $10
Cool Features: Pizzas are cooked in a wood-burning brick oven

Sly Fox Brewhouse & Eatery
Food: American
519 Kimberton Rd., Phoenixville
(610) 935-4540
www.slyfoxbeer.com
Price: Less than $15
Cool Features: Large list of seasonal and year-round brews on tap

The Trappe Tavern
Food: Burgers, salads, sandwiches, soups
416 Main St., Trappe
(610) 489-8686
Price: Less than $8
Cool Features: There’s a second-floor game area and an outdoor deck

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