Do you want to try a new restaurant? Try Hobo’s! For students who want to try different meals while staying on budget, Hobo’s is an affordable and convenient option, right off of campus.
It is located in a 1940s historic brick and wood building that used to manufacture Coca-Cola, it features a rustic-style interior and a patio with outdoor lighting.
For students looking for a reasonable cost for a restaurant, Mikayla Sengle, a
TRiO graduate assistant and academic counselor said that, “Hobo’s has affordable prices.“
Hobo’s is the place to be with live music. Madison Knapmeyer, who is a sophomore, human development & family studies, had a good experience at Hobo’s.
“I did not have any problems with service. They were kind and helpful,” Knapmeyer said.
Hobo’s is open every day of the week, opening from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m.
They have an extensive menu with a variety of appetizers, salads, burgers and other specialties. A large bar menu with breweries is also available. Hobo’s also provides daily specials throughout the week. Customers can ask their waiter for additional information.
Trent Little, a sophomore majoring in digital information design, would recommend the Sunrise Burger.
“I would recommend the Sunrise Burger. The Sunrise Burger would cost around $12 dollars,” Little said.
The Sunrise Burger has a beef patty, fried eggs, bacon, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle and mayonnaise.
“The type of aesthetics Hobo gives off would be a sports bar mixed with Western.” Little said, describing the restaurant’s design.
The restaurant’s atmosphere is meant to be friendly and welcoming.
“It is also friendly, where people can talk to others or not, if they would like to be alone. I have seen families and people who are alone there.” Knapmeyer said.
At the time of this review, Hobo’s hosted their first annual Daddy and Daughter Night on February 20 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. They used a photo backdrop and polaroid cameras to record the occasion. Daughters received a free milkshake or ice cream with the purchase of a kid’s meal.
Hobo’s also holds a music bingo event on Tuesdays from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Their main objective is to persuade locals to try their food without breaking the bank. That includes Winthrop students.
Knapmeyer explained what makes Hobo’s different from other restaurants.
“Hobo’s has alcoholic drinks from around the Carolinas. Their menu is made for both children and adults with different food items and different beverages,” Knapmeyer said.
Hobo’s wants to welcome anyone who is interested in trying the restaurant. It is a nice place to hang out with friends or try something new for Spring Break. For more information, students can go to Home (hobos213.com).
