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NEW STUDENT EDITION
Tuesday, September 6, 2011- 5F
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4 Coach&FourBarber
For those longhaired individuals looking for a
more traditional, testosterone-fueled barbershop
experience, Coach & Four Barber Shop might be
the place for you. Located on State Street between
Quickie Burger and Mister Spots, Coach & Four is
best known for its impressive collection of Uni-
versity sports memorabilia. Patrons of the typical
barbershop will feel comfortable in this small es-
tablishment, which comes complete with televised
sports, raw commentary about the topics of the day
and a cheap, sharp haircut.
- JOSH HEALY
8 CenterforYoga
Center for Yoga will eliminate all preconceived
notions you may have about yoga. With upbeat
music, hot temperatures and challenging poses,
these classes provide an intense workout and a
much-needed break from your busy day. Center
for Yoga offers hour-long hot Vinyasa classes, so
bring a yoga mat, water bottle and towel for all the
sweating you will be doing. It also offers Slowburn
classes if you are looking for a slower-paced yoga
practice that won't make you look like you just
stepped out of a swimming pool. University stu-
dents receive a discount and the first class is free,
so you can try it out and see if it's right for you.
- MARYHANNAHAN
CHRIS DZOMBAK/Daily
1 BTBBurrito
If it's after midnight, you're hungry, and you're
anywhere near State Street, go to BTB. Best
known as Ann Arbor's most popular spot for late-
night eats, the counter service restaurant formal-
ly known as Big Ten Burrito is a campus hotspot
that shouldn't be passed up. The restaurant offers .
a substantial list of Mexican favorites, including
burritos, quesadillas, chimichangas, chips and
guacamole, plenty of salsa and their recently-
debuted queso dip. Priced for a student budget
- regular-sized burritos for about $5.50 and que-
sadillas for about $3.50 - and happy to serve cus-
tomers in any state of sobriety, BTB is delicious
enough to satisfy the most dire cravings. Vegetar-
ians needn't worry - BTB offers veggie alterna-
tives of the otherwise meaty selections, and the
healthfully-inclined will find many (relatively)
nutritious options on the menu. Open every day
until 4 am - try it out, and try it out soon. Lastly:
get the churros. You won't be sorry.
- ANKUR SOHONI
ERIN KIRKLAND/Daily
5 N ickelsArcade
Although she might not have known it, J.K. Row-
ling based much of her Harry Potter series on
things and events in Ann Arbor. In addition to
Hogwarts' Great Hall (Law Library reading room)
and Quidditch matches at the Arb, Ann Arbor has
its very own Diagon Alley: Nickels Arcade. This
collection of small, locally owned shops is located
between State Street and Maynard Street, and its
services range from a tobacconist to a wand shop...
er... a computer repair shop. Head here if you need
a haircut, flowers or a trinket - just beware of any
unsavory magical creatures.
- JOSH HEALY
MARISSA MCCLAIN/Daily
9 Cu pca keStation
Lemon Lust, Banana Split, Chocolate Cheese Cake
- with up to 25 flavors it is hard to resist the tempt-
ing selection offered by the Cupcake Station. And
at $2.50 a cupcake, it makes an affordable dessert.
This shop makes their cupcakes from scratch ev-
ery day and closes when they sell out, so you know
that your treats will be fresh and delicious. They
even offer vegan-friendly cupcakes so everyone can
splurge. Forget watching Cupcake Wars and make
the trip to Ann Arbor's own cupcake connoisseurs.
-MARYHANNAHAN
ERIN KIRKLAND/Daily
2 Bubblelsland
Amid a lively atmosphere filled with teenagers
hanging out and playing board games, Bubble
Island specializes inservingbubbletea- anAsian
beverage consisting of tea or juice with round
tapioca "bubbles" or colorful star-shaped jellies
at the bottom. The drink is served with a wide
straw so that, in addition to a sweetly refreshing
gulp of tea, you can indulge in a few gummy treats
as well. Bubble tea is oddly addicting, but if this
delicious drink still doesn't quench your thirst for
imported sweets, be sure to sample some Mochi
ice cream (the ice cream you can eat with your
hands) or any of the brightly-packaged snacks by
the register, too.
- SARA BOBOLTZ
WhiteMarket
On-campus grocery stores are scarce, making
White Market an invaluable one-stop shop for a
variety of products. The store is as close to campus
as it gets, located on William Street between May-
nard and State - a short walk from Angell Hall.
Though not quite a supermarket, the small shop
packs a large inventory of products, including fresh
meats and cheeses, produce, and household goods.
It boasts a salad bar as well as a grill, making it a
great lunch destination. However, many of White
Market's items do not come cheap, so most don't go
here to buy bulk. But if you're in need of a few basic
items, White Market is a great place to shop.
- ADAM RUBENFIRE
@o) Sava'sCafe
At Sava's Cafe, students can dine in a trendy at-
mosphere while enjoying dishes comparable to
the quality of Main Street restaurants. With lim-
ited dorm food options and the typical student's
diminishing bank account, this place seems too
good to be true. The menu is where the real ex-
citement comes in, as it contains many unique and
flavorful foods - two unanimous favorites are the
sweet potato fries and dessert crepes. Sava's serves
breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and its central loca-
tion on State Street makes the delicious Sava's a
convenient option. With its exquisite menu, un-
beatable, prices, and hip accommodations, Sava's
is a place that can be frequented daily without
breaking bank.
- SAMANTHA NORMAN
3 SafeSexStore
Luring in giggling sexual amateurs as well as
kinky connoisseurs, the Safe Sex Store isn't all
candy underwear and Kama Sutra picture books
- although both products can easily be found
here. Surrounded by dildos, handcuffs and fore-
play card games, the owner confesses that most
of her customers want to seriously discuss their
sex lives, not just pick up gaggifts. And she's ready
with recommendations on the healthiest condom
(Durex Extra Sensitive) and the most effective sex
toys for customers of all orientations and experi-
ence levels. But for those who want it, there's also
penis-shaped pasta and lollipops ... just don't let
Mom and Dad see.
-I HARON JACOBS
ERIN KIRKLAND/Daily
7 Amer'sDelicatessen
While the sub-title of Amer's may be "Mediterra-
nean Deli," its three locations - State St., Church
St. and the Michigan Union - offer a wide selection
of food. You can also order nearly any drink a Star-
bucks barista could muster, but unfortunately the
prices are similar because Amer's maintains high
quality and variety. Some menu items are worth the
splurge, like their many sandwiches with lox and
salads piled high with fresh veggies. However, oth-
er options, like their self-serve frozen yogurt station
that charges by the ounce (as if one could possess
such self control to only fill the cup halfway), can
leave your tummy happy and your wallet sad.
- KAITLIN WILLIAMS
ERIN KIRKLAND/Daily
11 Avedainstitute
The Aveda institute on Maynard Street is a trendy
and friendly place to get everything from a pedi-
cure to a full-blown spa treatment. The pricing
for hair treatments - cuts, styling and dyeing - is
ranked by the experience of the stylist: the pricey
cuts come from the experienced professionals,
while the cheaper cuts are done by cosmetology
students. While the idea of getting your hair cut
by a student may make some cringe, Aveda em-
ploys many talented upcoming stylists. They are
all extremely attentive to their clients' needs, and
are monitored by seasoned supervisors to ensure
satisfaction. For someone with a tight budget who
still wants a stylish and well executed cut, Aveda
Institute is ideal.
4 - LEE SOVA-CLAYPOOL