You unpacked the boxes — now here is where students at Eckerd College (St. Petersburg, FL) actually eat, shop, bank, and hang out. Bookmark this for your first month.
Tiki Docks Skyway Bar + Grill Waterfront grill
Tiki bar on the marina at 3769 50th Ave S; tacos, burgers, sunset views near campus.
Skyway Jack's Breakfast diner
Old-school St Pete breakfast institution at 2795 34th St S; huge cheap plates.
Chipotle Mexican Grill Fast casual
Skyway Marina District location on 34th St S with a Chipotlane drive-thru; opened 2025.
Huey Magoo's Chicken tenders
New in 2026 at 4311 34th St S; hand-breaded tenders, drive-thru and patio.
Jersey Mike's Subs Sub shop
In the same new plaza at 4311 34th St S; quick subs a short ride from the dorms.
The Chattaway Burger joint
Quirky historic burger spot on the way downtown; outdoor tables, longtime local favorite.
Publix (34th St S and 54th Ave) Grocery
Closest full grocery to campus at 5295 34th St S; deli subs are a student staple.
Walmart Supercenter Big box
On 34th St S just north of campus; groceries, dorm gear, and pharmacy in one stop.
Target (Park and Tyrone) Big box
4450 Park St N, about 15 minutes; dorm decor, tech, and grocery pickup.
Tyrone Square Mall Mall
Main indoor mall about 20 minutes north; clothing, sneakers, and food court.
Publix on 34th Street North Grocery
Second Publix option at 1700 34th St N if the south store is slammed.
CVS Pharmacy with MinuteClinic Pharmacy
3501 54th Ave S near campus; prescriptions plus walk-in MinuteClinic care.
Bayfront Health Convenient Care Urgent care
Convenient care clinic serving Eckerd students; handles minor illness and injuries.
The UPS Store Shipping
4905 34th St S; package drop-off, printing, and Amazon returns.
Hair Cuttery Haircuts
Walk-in salon at 5075 34th St S in the Publix plaza; budget-friendly cuts.
Fort De Soto Park
Award-winning beaches, kayaking, and bike trails 15 minutes over the Bayway.
St. Pete Beach
Classic Gulf beach town a short drive west; sunsets at Pass-a-Grille are a ritual.
Downtown St. Pete and the Pier
Central Ave murals, cheap eats, and the St. Pete Pier about 15 minutes away.
Salvador Dali Museum
World-famous surrealist collection downtown; check student discount days.
Maximo Park
Waterfront park next door to campus with trails, disc golf, and picnic shelters.
Hand-checked August 2026. Hours and locations change — give places a quick look before you head out. Some links on this site earn us a commission at no cost to you.