Best Movie Theater: Edwards One can never go wrong on a movie date at Edwards, as the theater features an arcade, 24 screens and even an ice cream store beside the ticket booth. Just imagine: ice cream and movies? There is nothing else a self-indulgent weekend could ask for. Customers will also find that Edwards is cheaper than other Houston theaters, although you do have to pay $3 to park in its three-story parking garage. But that’s a pretty good deal for an upscale move house. Just a reminder: don’t park outside the theater or your car may be towed while you’re in the movies. –MDV 3839 Weslayan Street 77027
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Best Bowling Alley: Games Room
The Student Center bowling alley is the ideal place to hang out with friends in between classes or any other time your mind needs a break. It’s so much cheaper to bowl on campus than any other place in Houston, which makes it great for tuition-burdened students. The alley has plenty of lanes, too, and you can play as many games as you want until late in the night.—IB
Best Driving Range: Top Golf
Truly, the sky-high, uber-competitive, gaming golf range at Top Golf is world class. Imagine getting box-seats to an Astro’s game, and then James Harden comes up to you and asks if you want to play Top Golf. This is what every game of Top Golf feels like. Students love this golf range because it gives them the opportunity to blow off some steam with their friends and start the week with a bit of a competitive edge. Top Golf has three locations in and around the Houston area. If you want to feel like the millennial you are, then it is time to go golfing on a rooftop.—MV 1030 Memorial Brook Boulevard 77084
Best Place to Watch UH Away Games: Calhoun’s Rooftop Coogs never run out of school spirit — whether it’s a home game or an away game, support is overflowing. For students, UH games are most enjoyed with good company at a good spot, which is why Calhoun’s won the top spot to watch UH away games. Located on campus, Calhoun’s Rooftop, or “Rooftop” for many is the go-to place for students. The sound system and TV screens make watching UH games a quality experience, and it attracts people with its design on a 7,000 square-foot area patio. What’s the view like? It’s nothing spectacular — just a panoramic view of the sprawling Houston Skyline.—MDV
Best Live Music Venue: House of Blues
With multiple locations in the some of the largest cities in America, House of Blues is the premier place to hear live music from mainstream and underground artists. In the heart of downtown, the venue’s close proximity to campus makes it simple for students to catch the Metro train or take a short drive to watch their favorite artists perform. House of Blues is a smaller venue, and grants a more intimate atmosphere, despite its A-list lineup.—BB 1204 Caroline Street 77002
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Best Record Music Store: Cactus Music
Cactus Music is known for its rare collection of music and vinyl records but also for its “Instores” where up-and- coming artists go to perform live music for enthusiasts. It’s a great hang out spot for any group of friends that has an appreciation for classic records and a great atmosphere. You may go there looking for a record, but you will be sure to leave experiencing much more. There is a reason why it is Houston’s oldest independent music store with over 30 years of business.—BB 2110 Portsmouth 77098
Best Radio Station: Coog Radio
This student-run online radio station offers more than 40 shows a week and has over 50 DJs on the roster. There’s always the promise of something new and different when listening to Coog Radio. They offer a variety of genres ranging from EDM to classical to international and even a talk show called Cooglife.—IB
Best Karaoke: Saint Danes
So we’ve heard Saint Danes is definitely the place to belt your heart out on stage. Don’t miss Taco Tuesday where tacos are $1 all day long. You get to choose from a variety on song options and get a whole stage to bring out your inner rockstar.—IB 502 Elgin Street 77006
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Best Comic Book Store: Bedrock City Comics
BCC is Houston’s authority comic book store. Bedrock City Comics has an enormous collection of comic books and fanfare. If you’re a comic book or fandom novice, you’re guaranteed to find a plethora of material to feed your new obsession. Its stock includes apparel, posters, model kits, cards and original art. You can preorder comics online or browse its collection in person at one of its locations in and around Houston.—MV 6516 Westheimer Road Suite D 77057
Best Club: Cle
University of Houston students like to party and Cle seems to be one of the best places to do so. It sports a packed dance floor, awesome interior and a rooftop pool and patio. It’s quickly becoming one of the most popular places to party in Houston, so don’t be surprised if you have to wait to get in even if you have reservations.—GF
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