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Best of College park 2025
We asked The Diamondback’s readers to vote for the best food, housing, beverage and entertainment options in College Park. Keep reading for community and staff picks.
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“Arepa Zone has the most delicious arepas. I have to stop myself from getting one every time I get groceries at Trader Joe’s.” - Abigail Olear, video editor
“&pizza is the most underrated spot around campus. Outdoes blaze every time. It’s expensive but I’d easily pay double to get &pizza over somewhere else.” - Faith Harris, women’s basketball reporter
“Casey's Coffee has the best iced vanilla latte I've ever had.” - Olivia Borgula, managing editor
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