I am taking a class in the Florida Mental Health Institute this summer on the northwest side of campus. It’s a pretty interesting course and my professor is fantastic… but the class lasts for a little over 4 hours! That’s a long time to go without a snack, especially if you’re me. Luckily, my professor allows us to take a couple of 10 minute breaks. During these breaks I happened to stumble upon one of USF’s best kept secrets – Tarek’s Cafe. This place has awesome food at very reasonable prices. The staff is extremely friendly, and efficient too!
Since I usually only have 10 minutes, I often go in and ask for whatever is already made. They smile, greet me by name, and always have a hot pressed cuban or steak philly ready to go. Add a drink and chips and I get a full, hot meal for around $5 – $6.
I lucked out by finding this place as it is so convenient to where my class is located. It’s tucked away in the Continuing Education building, NEC 200, but is worth the trek if you are looking for something out of the ordinary.
Sure, the people I sit next to in class will stare as I gobble down the last morsels. My professor might even ask for a bite (I told you, she’s fantastic!) Lunch from Tarek’s makes my 4 hour class something to look forward to each week.
I am a food fanatic. What I love about USF is that there are sooooo many different options. Just when I think I’ve tried everything, I find something new. Being a staff member and a student, I stay pretty busy. It’s great to know that regardless of where I am on campus or how little time I have to eat, I never have to go hungry.
There is nothing better on campus than a burger, fries, and a large Mountain Dew from Tarek’s.
That place is awesome.