Thai By Trio
A local Thai food restaurant close to University Gateway. High quality food for pretty decent prices.
"The best Pad See Ew I've ever had." - Me
Dulce
A classic USC spot. I've been here for a lot a lot of coffee chats. I think the hidden gem of Dulce is the brick toast though. Hundred percent suggest trying one out!
Pot of Cha
As a lover of all things boba, this is one of my favorite businesses around USC. It's located in a small lot right next to a nice hotpot place so it's a great spot to drop by after dinner with friends.
Boba Time
It's probably not very surprising that another boba store is on this list of mine. About 10 minutes away from USC Village and on the way to an ES I volunteered at, it's easy to grab a nice drink! The drinks are a bit smaller than Pot of Cha though for similar prices.
Wingstop
Right across the road from Fertitta, it's in a very convenient location. Honestly, I've only been once, but it was a very satisfying fried chicken meal.
Fig's Corner
A local hotpot store right next to Pot of Cha! This is the store I was referring to, callback! Each hotpot is about a single person's serving, making it easy to eat alone and with others with no fighting.
Insomnia Cookies
The perfect place for a late night snack. Their cookies are warm, gooey, and just the right size to be a quick snack. I am very tempted to get the monthly subscription where you can get a free cookie a day!
WithLove Cafe
A bit outside of USC's Fryft geofence but definitely worth a bit of a long walk. It's a local startup that focuses on encouraging people to eat more fresh produce and in collaboration with government programs, offers some for free for those who might need it. A very cool story.