The College Freshman's Guide to Life at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
New students at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University are at a distinct advantage. They go to school in Daytona Beach, FL. With an abundance of dining and entertainment options available, it may be hard for a new student to know where the college crowd hangs out and unwinds. This article will reveal some of Daytona's hottest nightspots and entertainment venues.
Where to Eat
Forget the chains, try some lCaribbean Jacks features some of the best seafood you'll find in Daytona Beach. Their menu features a huge selection of fresh seafood, chicken, steaks, and chops. Indoor and outdoo dining is available, and the view is impressive. Caribbean Jacks is nicer than fast-food, but not too fancy for the college crowd.
Crabby Joe's Restaurant is the only restaurant in Daytona Beach to actually be located over the Atlantic Ocean. It's situated at the end of Sunglow Pier on South Atlantic Avenue. While it's not much to look at from the outside, the great food and casual atmosphere make this a great hangout for the local college crowd. The menu features crab cakes, shrimp, and fresh fish.
Nightlife
Daytona Beach, FL is a vacation town. Whether its Race Week, Bike Week, or Spring Break, someone is on vacation in Daytona Beach. With so many vacationers in town, locals benefit from a diverse and exciting nightlife. Here are two of the most popular nighttime hangouts for Embry-Riddle students.
Razzle's Night Club is located in the heart of Daytona Beach's Beachside Party District. If the 15,000 square foot dance floor and 50,000 watt sound system don't impress you, perhaps the 11 bar stations will get your heart pumping. Razzle's plays today's hottest dance music and has a relaxed dress code. According to their website, excessively baggy clothes, tank tops, and athletic clothing is prohibited. Cover charges vary with the day of the week, special events, and what time you arrive.
The Ocean Deck Beach Club is actually located right on the beach in Downtown Daytona Beach, FL, the only nightclub in Daytona Beach with this feature. The Ocean Deck also offers a full restaurant. According to their website, The Ocean Deck is an extremely popular spring break destination because of the annual Ocean Deck Survival Oasis Beach Party, now in its 7th year. With nightly prizes, today's top dance music, and of course, all your favorite cocktails, The Ocean Deck Beach Club is extremely popular with the local college crowd and vacationing spring breakers.
Where to Meet New People
Being an aviation university, Embry-Riddle is mostly male. If you're looking to find women, try venturing out to DeLand, FL, home of Stetson University which offers a more balanced male to female ratio. While the nightlife options are not as numerous in DeLand, there are a few hotspots popular with the local college crowd.
Soma Ultra Lounge is the destination for classy co-eds. Soma is not your typical night club. Instead of frat boys with beer cups, think martini lounge. It's warm, sleek, and inviting. It's the perfect place to take a date, or meet someone new. Take a look at their website for details on nightly specials, hours, and cover charge.
The High Dive is another popular nightclub located on Main Street in downtown DeLand. The High Dive offers the current selection of dance, techno, and popular classic hits. The dress code is simple and casual. Only headwear and athletic attire is prohibited. For more information, visit their website.
Sources:
Razzle's Night Club http://www.razzlesnightclub.com/
The Ocean Deck Beach Club http://www.oceandeck.com/
Caribbean Jacks Restaurant Menu http://www.caribbeanjacks.com/fish.htm
Crabby Joe's Restaurant Menu http://www.sunglowpier.com/dinner.pdf
Soma Ultra Lounge http://www.somaultralounge.com/ The High Dive http://www.thehighdive.com