New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

A hand holds a phone with the “Discover” menu from the app “Too Good to Go.”

What’s so good about Too Good To Go?

If you want to spend $5 on dinner and also help the planet, look no further.
Logan O’Connor, Contributing Writer March 1, 2024

One thing almost every NYU student has in common is spending too much money on takeout. It’s midterms season, and there’s barely enough time to finish that essay during an...

The Falafel Bowl and the Chicken Shawarma held up in front of a counter at fresh&co

8 Too Good To Go options near NYU for your next meal

When you’re getting a bit tired of dining hall food, here’s some places to save a few dollars while also saving the planet.
Mayee Yeh, Deputy Managing Editor September 9, 2022

I honestly don’t remember how or when I downloaded Too Good To Go, but the app has saved my stomach while saving food waste. Users can buy “surprise bags” of surplus food...

Too Good To Go, an app, allows users to buy restaurants leftover food at a discounted price in an effort to reduce food waste. Users are able to take action against food waste, while also having access to affordable meals. (Staff Photo by George Papazov)

Saving the planet and your wallet

The app, Too Good To Go, allows users to join the fight against food waste by purchasing restaurants’ leftover food at a discounted price.
Natalie Melendez, Staff Writer April 7, 2021

With the enormous portion sizes at today’s restaurants, there’s a good chance you’ll have leftovers at the end of the meal. The best thing to do is to take them home to microwave...