Best of Davis

As a city filled with bikes, it is only fitting that Davis has numerous bike shops in order to keep its bikers safe. This year, UC Davis’ own on-campus bike shop, Bike Barn, has won Best Bike Shop in Davis. Located between the Silo and Rock Hall, Bike Barn is easily accessible for the […]

Heading down I-10 West from Davis, it only takes a little over an hour to get to what has been voted the Best Day Trip: San Francisco. Whether you’re travelling with friends, family or going to get some alone time from the hustle of college, San Francisco truly has something to offer everyone looking for […]

3rd and U Cafe, located and Third Street and University Avenue’s, is a staple for Davis’ over-21 crowd. A deal of two pints for $6.50 keeps a college student’s wallet, and emotions, happy. An outdoor patio and large flat screen televisions make for an inviting and social environment in the heart of Downtown Davis make […]

There is no shortage of Thai restaurants in Downtown Davis, but Thai Canteen has captured the title of “Best Thai Restaurant” this year. Thai Canteen is a student-oriented establishment that serves lunch, dinner and even late-night munchies at an affordable price. Students can easily stop by the restaurant, located on E Street, for a refreshing […]

When students are near the Social Sciences and Humanities building, they may catch the faint scent of curry. This belongs to 2016’s best Indian cuisine in Davis, Raja’s Tandoor, located just off campus at 207 Third St. The restaurant offers a lunch buffet Monday through Saturday and serves dinner seven days a week. The all-you-can-eat […]

The ASUCD Coffee House (CoHo) is easily the most popular place on-campus to grab a quick snack and drink. At the CoHo, students can choose from a variety of foods, ranging from a classic slice of cheese pizza to a hot bowl of pho. However, it is TxMx Grill, serving Mexican food dishes like carnitas […]

With a four-star rating and over 400 reviews on Yelp, it’s no wonder that Mikuni Sushi and Japanese Restaurant was voted Davis’ best Japanese restaurant. Located on First St., Mikuni offers versatile food options, fresh fish and great customer service. “Everyone at Mikuni is very welcoming and kind,” Mikuni hostess Heidi Wickham said. “The staff […]

It’s the event your tour guide boasted about, the day your parents attempted (but were denied) visitation and the only Saturday worth waking up before 8 a.m.: Picnic Day. As a culmination of all that is Davis — good food, music, culture, charm and, of course, some cows — it is arguably the most anticipated […]

Whether you watch animals, gravity-defying humans or just plain-old Davis folk going about their daily lives, the UC Davis Quad is a great place to hang out and see life pass by. “Lunch time, like noon, is the best time to be on the Quad,” said Nadiah Diah, a second-year food science major. “I love […]

With its scenic location just adjacent to campus, the Arboretum is once again Davis’ best date spot — especially as the calendar enters spring. Founded in 1936 with 17 gardens spread over 100 acres, the Arboretum has plenty of space for couples to spend time together. Its location makes it flexible for different kinds of […]

Whether you’re craving dessert while out with friends, family or a significant other, there is one place you can count on to impress anyone: CREAM, this year’s best dessert in Davis. Located on F Street, CREAM, which stands for Cookies Rule Everything Around Me, is known for its ice cream sandwiches. There are many flavors […]

All students all looking for that one fun General Education (GE) class to squeeze into our schedules, and this year that class is Chemical Engineering and Materials Science 1: The Design of Coffee (ECM 1), voted the best GE course at UC Davis. Taught by Professors Tonya Kuhl and William Ristenpart, the class was launched […]