Go Out Just For Dessert

Dessert makes a great meal for college students. Many frozen yogurt shops charge by the ounce, meaning you have control over how much or little you pay. With the wide variety of healthy toppings offered nowadays, you and your wallet can feel guilt free. Looking for a place near your campus? Check out our list of the best ice cream and froyo spots in Worcester.

Shame-Free Karaoke

Searching for a good laugh or a way to embarrass your roommate? Karaoke is a fun and free event, and one of the best spots in Worcester to sing your heart out is Ralph's Rock Diner. On Wednesdays head over from 9:30 until close for their “Big Game Karaoke,” promising contests, prizes, and fun! Look out for other exciting events Ralph’s offers each month.

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BYOB Asian

BYOB restaurants bring the cost of going out to eat way down compared to other restaurants. One of the best spots in Worcester that’s BYOB is Dalat restaurant, which serves authentic Vietnamese food. Grab a six pack and a few friends and head over to enjoy some food to share. For some more Asian
restaurants in Worcester, click here.

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Game Night

For the competitive, game nights offer a fun time while testing your skills. NU Café has Scrabble nights on Tuesdays from 6-8:30 where you can oppose some of the best players in New England. Look for other events NU has to offer, including 10% off all purchases for college students on Mondays.

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Seek out Small Plates

Many restaurants now offer small plates, or tapas, on their menus. These dishes are great for sharing and cost less than most dinner entrées. Bocado is one of the best tapas restaurants in Worcester and is open late, making it a great place to go when out with friends. Other late night spots for college
students can be found at Golocal’s Best Late Night Binge Eating Spots.

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Drink on the Cheap

To guarantee a great time that everyone will enjoy, look for places with drink specials. Jose Murphy's is a great hangout that offers $8 beer pitchers and $20 margarita pitchers. Come on Sundays and Mondays when they have 10 cent tacos that will satisfy even the hungriest college students. To find more cool spots around Worcester, check out our best spots for beer.

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Eat Wings

An option for the dorm room snacking or when going out to eat, wings are flavorful and fun to eat. Many restaurants offer wing deals or specialties, meaning you and your friends can eat on the cheap. Grab an order next time you’re hanging out in a group and let the good times roll.