Where to eat near Storrs

[LIuconn]

Hi,

Heading to the game from Long Island tomorrow. Taking 395 up and over to Storrs - it's been a little while since I've been near campus, so what are some restaurants you'd recommend I stop by at before tip? I don't necessarily need to eat on campus, anywhere in a 10 mile range to the east and south (minus Willy) would be fine.

Thanks,
Mike

 

[UConnMike04]

Speaking of that, I may be pressed for time getting there tomorrow. Is the Student Union food court open tomorrow? May just need to grab a quick bite before the game as opposed to a real sit down meal.

As for the opening poster, there's Geno's in the new Storrs Center, Chuck 'n Auggies in the Student Union. Down 1-95 towards Willimantic there's Angelino's which is Italian, an Applebee's also I believe.

 

[8893]

I know you said minus Willy, but Willimantic Brewery is by far the best option within that radius imo.

Bidwell Tavern in Coventry is hit or miss (more of the latter) these days in my experience.

 

[tcf15]

Campus options have changed, especially with Storrs Downtown, but each restaurant will likely be pretty busy for gameday.

Best options there are Dog Lane Cafe (not sure if you've ever been to Vanilla Bean Cafe in Pomfret, but same owners and same style), Mooyah's for burgers, or Geno's Grille.

 

[LIuconn]

Good suggestion on Willi Brew - I was thinking Bidwell but that's usually a mob scene on game days and Saturday nights. Too bad it's gone down hill - loved that place while I was a student.

 

[UConnMike04]

Actually just called Chuck 'n Auggies because you got me wondering. They are closed tomorrow. Open this week from 11-2 and back full time on the 18th. Surprised they are open during this week but not before one of the bigger games on campus.

Union food court is open from 5-7:30 pm tomorrow only bc of the game I was told.

 

[polycom]

What type of food are you looking for? Willington Pizza off 195 is pretty good ( great buffalo chicken pizza)

 

[LIuconn]

Always a must-do every time I go back. I guess I'm interested in what's new and good within a few miles of campus - that won't require a reservation for 3 people

 

[methodology]

Speaking of that, I may be pressed for time getting there tomorrow. Is the Student Union food court open tomorrow? May just need to grab a quick bite before the game as opposed to a real sit down meal.

As for the opening poster, there's Geno's in the new Storrs Center, Chuck 'n Auggies in the Student Union. Down 1-95 towards Willimantic there's Angelino's which is Italian, an Applebee's also I believe.

I think angelinos might have closed. Last time I drove by it looked closed but didn't check to make sure.

I personally would stop at Reins exit 65 off 84. Same time and distance going 95-91-84 vs 95-395-32

 

[FDNY99]

Hi,

Heading to the game from Long Island tomorrow. Taking 395 up and over to Storrs - it's been a little while since I've been near campus, so what are some restaurants you'd recommend I stop by at before tip? I don't necessarily need to eat on campus, anywhere in a 10 mile range to the east and south (minus Willy) would be fine.

Thanks,
Mike

You are better served heading up the Hutch to the Merrit to 91 to 84.

 

[UConnMike04]

I think angelinos might have closed. Last time I drove by it looked closed but didn't check to make sure. I personally would stop at Reins exit 65 off 84. Same time and distance going 95-91-84 vs 95-395-32

They are still open I believe. Their website is still up and active.

 

[whaler11]

You are better served heading up the Hutch to the Merrit to 91 to 84.

Not if one arrives by ferry....

 

[Ewekon]

You can always go the the Nathan Hale on campus. Pretty good pub food.

 

[FDNY99]

Not if one arrives by ferry....

I'd take Rt 8 to the Merrit and go the same way if going into Bridgeport...if taking the ferry from Orient then yeah up 395 to 32.

 

[Husky1964]

Ate at Geno's recently. Food and price were excellent. Had plenty of time to game at 6'30. Great atmosphere---filled with Husky fans

 

[UconnAlum04]

Delta Slamma? Duh dum chh (I'll see myself out)

 

[Devland]

I know you said minus Willy, but Willimantic Brewery is by far the best option within that radius imo.

Bidwell Tavern in Coventry is hit or miss (more of the latter) these days in my experience.

I was thinking of mentioning Willy Brew but we are going pregame tomorrow. I didn't want to take the chance that it would decrease the odds of us getting seated without a wait. Yes, I am a selfish old bastard. lol.

 

[Mr. Wonderful]

They are still open I believe. Their website is still up and active.

Speaking of that, I may be pressed for time getting there tomorrow. Is the Student Union food court open tomorrow? May just need to grab a quick bite before the game as opposed to a real sit down meal.

As for the opening poster, there's Geno's in the new Storrs Center, Chuck 'n Auggies in the Student Union. Down 1-95 towards Willimantic there's Angelino's which is Italian, an Applebee's also I believe.

Angelino's in Mansfield is closed. Angelino's in Manchester is still open.

Most of the privately owned restaurants and retail stores not involved with the Storrs downtown development in Mansfield have either already closed or will close soon. Exceptions exist (like the Altnaveigh Inn and Willington Pizza) but this is not an unanticipated consequence of the project, if not a planned result.

 

[OkaForPrez]

 

[UConnMike04]

When did Angelino's close? Was it recent? I saw online the address for Storrs Road location in Mansfield had it open today. Weird.

On edit: just saw on Yelp that they have closed. Sad, had a lot of memories there when I was a student. Went there with family that came up before games, after graduation, etc.

 

[LIuconn]

Thanks for the input, fellas

 

[JimHurley]

Dmitri's. Really good Italian. About 10-15 from campus.

 

[Drew]

Sneaky good food that nobody ever mentions: Sarah's Pockets. It's located above Teds. Place has BOMB hummus, everything is made fresh. Check out the menu.

 

[Waquoit]

Place has BOMB hummus, everything is made fresh.

Hummus is the anti-wings, suggesting hummus for pre-game vittles is bad for the mojo. I know this for a fact, during a road trip to a PC game (2010) we decided to each bring our own food because we wouldn't have time to stop.
The back seat had Capicola grinders. My friend was driving and his new wife was a vegetarian. They had hummus and carrot sticks. UConn lost.

 

[tcf15]

Sneaky good food that nobody ever mentions: Sarah's Pockets. It's located above Teds. Place has BOMB hummus, everything is made fresh. Check out the menu.

Big pleasure Big pleasure.