You unpacked the boxes — now here is where students at Abilene Christian University (Abilene, TX) actually eat, shop, bank, and hang out. Bookmark this for your first month.
Summer Moon Coffee Coffee shop
Oak-roasted coffee at Allen Ridge on Judge Ely, an easy walk from the dorms.
Fuzzy's Taco Shop Tacos
Baja-style tacos and cheap breakfast tacos in Allen Ridge, right across from campus.
Twisted Root Burger Co. Burgers
Build-your-own burgers and shakes at Allen Ridge, a go-to group hangout spot.
Phoenix Pho Vietnamese
Pho, banh mi and vermicelli bowls on N Judge Ely Blvd, minutes from campus.
Sharky's Burrito Company Burritos
Longtime ACU favorite for huge custom burritos, inside United Supermarkets on Judge Ely.
Insomnia Cookies Late-night dessert
Warm cookies delivered late at Allen Ridge, perfect for study-night fuel.
United Supermarkets Grocery
Closest full grocery store at 1095 N Judge Ely Blvd, walkable from campus.
Walmart Supercenter Big-box
On State Highway 351 about a mile from campus; dorm setup one-stop shop.
Target Big-box
On S Clack St near the Mall of Abilene, about 15 minutes across town.
Mall of Abilene Shopping mall
Main indoor mall on Buffalo Gap Rd with Dillards, JCPenney and food court.
Apricot Lane Boutique Boutique
Trendy clothing and gifts at Allen Ridge, steps from campus housing.
Coleman County State Bank
Full-service branch in Allen Ridge, the closest bank to the ACU dorms.
First Financial Bank
Abilene-headquartered bank with its main office downtown and branches citywide.
Abilene Teachers Federal Credit Union
Local credit union open to area residents; nearest branch is on N 6th St.
CVS Pharmacy Pharmacy
At 965 N Judge Ely Blvd, a short walk or drive for prescriptions and basics.
Walgreens Pharmacy
At 1005 N Judge Ely Blvd next to CVS; photo printing and everyday items.
Hendrick Urgent Care Urgent care
Walk-in clinic at 820 E Ambler Ave near Allen Ridge for after-hours illness.
Abilene Nail Bar Salon
Nail and beauty services at Allen Ridge, next to campus-area shops.
Paramount Theatre
Restored 1930 downtown movie palace with classic films and live shows.
Abilene Zoo
In Nelson Park about 10 minutes away; giraffe feedings and Boo at the Zoo events.
Frontier Texas!
Downtown Wild West museum with life-size holograms telling frontier stories.
Downtown Cultural District
Storybook sculptures, boutiques and the monthly ArtWalk every second Thursday.
Nelson Park
City park by the zoo with a disc golf course and picnic areas for hangouts.
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.