Kirkwood offers a variety of student hot spots
By: DENNIS W. PARKS
Staff Writer
Good or bad, most all college students face a semester when they have an hour or more to kill before their next class. Parents would probably say “Go to the library and study.” Being the studious student that all parents dream about, homework is already completed and you have just aced your latest test. You owe it to yourself, get off campus during that free time, check out some of the local flavor, and air out your brain.
A variety of food, in both budget and taste, are just a few blocks away in historic downtown Kirkwood. From campus, head east and then turn left (north) onto Kirkwood Road.
If you are in the mood to stimulate your brain, check out the Magic House. Diagonally across the intersection are a variety of franchise eateries, including Panda Chinese and Cafe Provencal. Also within walking distance are Starbucks and longtime Kirkwood favorite, Spencer’s Grill.
Kirkwood City Train Station may be a great place to begin a spring break or long weekend getaway. Crossing the railroad tracks and continuing north on Kirkwood Road, downtown Kirkwood with its small town charm and simplicity appears. Red Mango serves yogurt and smoothies, while most anything chocolate can be found at Chocolate – Chocolate – Chocolate. If you are in the mood for pizza, Dewey’s Pizza is just a few doors farther north. With all of that food available, a bicycle for some exercise may be a good idea. If so, Bicycles of Kirkwood is just up the street.
If you desire to just kick back and relax, Kirkwood Park and Walker Lake, are located just a few blocks west of Kirkwood Road. Regardless of which east-west thoroughfare you may take between Kirkwood Road and campus, you will find a variety of eating and drinking establishments nestled among the houses.
