Why rush home when there’s Avocado Sushi?

By Mia Bavaro and Elizabeth Geissler

Even though most students would like to go straight home and cuddle up in bed, spending time with friends after school is a great way to have a good time. We’ve gathered the top places to go based on your classmates’ opinions.

The most popular place is Avocado Sushi, located at 1919 Hylan Blvd. If you’re going straight from school, take the S78 and get off at Hylan Boulevard and Seaver Avenue.

“After my friends and I finished our PSATs, we decided to go to Avocado Sushi for lunch,” said freshman Emma Gigantiello. “We all got bento boxes, which were super cheap and affordable and the food was delicious.” The menu has a wide variety of Asian cuisine.

Next, we have a Hill fan favorite, Royal Crown, located at 1350 Hylan Blvd. Royal Crown is a local Italian bakery that serves bread, pastries and coffees, with an adjacent Cucina for hot meals.

“I love the great prices and great food everytime I go,” freshman Julia Grandstaff said.

On early mornings, students enjoy strolling over to Bagel & Panini Co. for flavorful iced coffee and warm buttery bagels to start their day. Maeve Keane and Casey Martinez, tell us their personal favorites are a toasted egg bagel with Nutella or an egg bagel with veggie cream cheese.

One of our personal favorites is the Hylan Diner located at 2561 Hylan Blvd., which provides fresh breakfast, lunch or dinner any time of the day. The wide variety of food and loving staff offer a homelike experience every time.

“On every half day, I beg my friends to come with me to the Hylan Diner to enjoy pickles and curly fries,” said freshman Brianna Azzarello.

Another well-loved choice for Hilltoppers is Rab's Country Lanes located at 1600 Hylan Blvd. Rab’s bowling alley features 48 lanes, plus a snack bar with pizza and a laser maze. “I love hanging out with my friends and having fun bowling after a long day at school,” said freshman Julianna Osorio.