Best of Davis

Davis votes local Japanese chain, Mikuni, as Best Sushi for another consecutive year   By GIA LOOMIS — city@theaggie.com   Mikuni was voted the Best Sushi in Davis. The local Japanese chain, located just off 1st Street in Davis Commons, serves a large selection of made-to-order sushi along with hot dishes. From their unique hand […]

Unitrans fosters a sense of community at UC Davis   By ALLISON KELEHER — adkeleher@ucdavis.edu   Unitrans has been awarded the title of Best ASUCD Unit once again. This ASUCD unit tasks itself with the transportation of thousands of undergraduates to and from campus and around the city of Davis. With two major bus terminals […]

Guads Tacos & Beer voted Best Restaurant in Davis   By ALMA CULVERWELL — city@theaggie.org   Guads Tacos & Beer, located at 231 3rd St., has been voted the Best Restaurant in Davis by UC Davis students. The popular restaurant, known for its affordable yet high-quality food and drink, has been serving the community since […]

It might not be finals week yet, but we’re still going to praise this beloved statue    By SAIRAKSHA THIRUNAVUKKARASU — campus@theaggie.org   In an egg-straordinary race against four formidable opponents, the Bookhead sculpture has been voted the Best Egghead on campus. The sculpture depicts an egg with a humanlike face and its nose buried […]

Students have selected the popular apple juice vendor as their favorite farmers market stall   By ALMA CULVERWELL — features@theaggie.org   Apple-a-Day, a family-owned and operated business based in Sebastopol, was voted Best Farmers Market Stall by 41.9% of surveyed students at UC Davis. The stall is best known for its fresh-pressed apple juices and […]

Inner tube water polo takes this year’s crown for best intramural sport at UC Davis By OMAR NAVARRO — features@theaggie.org With 36.8% of the vote, inner tube water polo took home the victory of best intramural sport. Currently ongoing during spring quarter, this intramural sport is played at the Rec Pool and is great for […]

Cycling classes are promoting a healthy lifestyle for students looking for a fun workout  By MARLON ROLON — features@theaggie.org Cycling is not just a method of transportation in Davis — it’s a form of fitness to improve cardio, strength and overall health. Because of these health benefits, cycling is offered as a fitness class at […]

Ali Baba wins title for Best Breakfast Burrito for a third time By MONICA MANMADKAR — features@theaggie.org Serving the community since 1986, Ali Baba is considered one of Davis’ food staples. The menu is filled with plenty of options: gyros, burgers, platters and breakfast burritos. With 79.6% of the votes, Ali Baba won this year’s […]

Thai Canteen’s cuisine emphasizes the use of fresh ingredients and a great balance of flavors. It’s quick to satisfy student cravings for Thai food By BRANDON NGUYEN — features@theaggie.org This year’s favorite local Thai food business in Davis has been selected: Thai Canteen, winning with an overwhelming 63% of votes by UC Davis students who […]

Hammocks on campus let students unwind outdoors By SONORA SLATER — features@theaggie.org There are certain things that are essential to life for most college students: iced coffee, pasta and naps, to name a few. At UC Davis, students are so committed to “napping excellence” that there is even a UC Davis Nap Map that provides […]

iTea’s convenient location as well as its expansive drink menu and snack options make it a must-visit for Davis locals By ALINA ISSAKHANIAN — features@theaggie.org Downtown Davis has become a hotspot for boba, with a wide variety of options to choose from. Each location offers something unique, but this year students have rated iTea as […]

Davis students share their favorite hidden gems in the city By MALERIE HURLEY — features@theaggie.org While the calm, small-town atmosphere created in the Davis community can be a respite for many from the hustle and bustle of big cities, students sometimes crave a little adventure on the weekend outside of the joys that downtown can […]