By: Amrit Kamaal, Peak Associate
Potato Corner
10153 King George Blvd. K101
$5–20 per serving
Rightfully known as “the world’s best flavoured fries,” this Filipino fry joint is my personal favourite for take-out lunch. What makes Potato Corner special is the amount of detail they put into their wide range of flavours such as sour cream and onion, cheese, and spicier options like BBQ Chili. The fun comes in choosing a shape, with options ranging from loopy, to shoestring, to waffle. It’s the ideal study snack — just select your flavours and shapes and you’ll get your shaken fries in no time. Although they specialize in fries, their menu also includes options like ube (purple yam) desserts, milkshakes, fry-flavoured chicken, and sandwiches. With two more locations in Aberdeen Centre and Burnaby, this chain is becoming a new BC staple. Additionally, they have been featured in many events with their food trucks and beloved mascot Poco the potato.
Chaiiwala of London
10153 King George Blvd. Unit 452
$10–20 per serving
It’s common to have your mouth watering while watching videos on your feed about street dishes half-way across the world. Although studying abroad is an option, Chaiiwala has you covered with the most delicious, authentic Indian street foods. Chaiiwala is a South Asian café originating in the UK. Over the years, Chaiiwala has made its mark in Surrey especially, with multiple locations opening and expanding across BC. With the days getting shorter and colder, this aesthetic café is the best place to relax and enjoy some chai. The menu offers several meal options such as Indian desserts like gulab jamun (a sweet, spongy milk treat made with dough dipped in rose-scented syrup), street snacks such as pani puri (a deep-fried snack loaded with chickpeas, onions, potatoes, and a liquid made with various chutneys and sauces), and cold treats like falooda.
Juice Spot
10115 Whalley Blvd.
$10–20 per serving
Reason number 100 why Surrey Campus is the best: we have access to the best hidden gems in all of Metro-Vancouver. Juice Spot is a halal, family-owned business that offers a variety of delicious beverages, baked goods, and wraps. Their menu features cold drinks for study sessions such as their renowned cold-pressed juices, milkshakes, mocktails (if you’re feeling quirky), and more! You can also grab a quick bite along with your drink — grab a quesadilla, samosa, rice bowl, or calzone made with either beef or chicken.
