Do you ever wonder where Malden High students might be headed once the bell rings for the end of the day? In this article, we will dive into the top 5 places students hang out after school, whether studying, enjoying a snack, or hanging out with friends.
1. Santa Fe
205 Pleasant St, Malden, MA 02148
Located on Pleasant Street, just a ten-minute walk from the school Santa Fe hosts “BOWL & BURRITO $5” every Monday, reeling people from all different places to enjoy their specialty of Mexican dishes. It offers an outdoor setting and an indoor lounge where you can hang out with friends. “I usually head to Santa Fe after school with my friends, specifically on Mondays because of their five-dollar deal; we all just chill around there,” said Ryan McMahon, a junior.
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2. Malden Public Library
36 Salem St, Malden, MA 02148
Conveniently across the street from our school, the Malden Public Library has always been a space for students to quietly study and enhance their learning with the thousands of books and other resources available to them at the library! Free Wi-Fi, private study rooms, and large tables are perfect for finishing homework, preparing for tests, or working on group projects. Sophomore Wongel Yohannes expressed, “There’s no place like the library where I can meaningfully study and focus; it is key for me to excel in my classes.”
3. Newyork Pizza
421 Main St, Malden, MA 02148
An all-time favorite for the residents of Malden, New York Pizza is a go-to spot for students looking for a quick bite or a place to hang around with friends. With affordable slices of pizza, subs, fried chicken wings, plus many more- the restaurant has drawn in a lot of people in the past several years. “Their most famous and well-known order is the ‘Buffalo chicken slice’ I’ve gone since I was in middle school, and it has always been an absolute hit,” said Sophomore Maysaa Choqri.
4. YMCA
99 Dartmouth St, Malden, MA 02148
The Malden YMCA has always been a spot for students looking for a mix of fun, fitness, community, you name it! From basketball courts to a swimming pool, the sports and recreation center environment has never failed to leave a good impression on parents and children/any others who like to get involved! Junior Billy Gavin expressed, “(The) YMCA has always been a place for us to build friendships and skills It’s not just about working out. it’s where I meet friends, play basketball, and sometimes even get some homework done.”
5. Dunkin Donuts
424 Main St, Malden, MA 02148
Residing just across the street from ‘New York Pizza,’ Dunkin’ Donuts has become a popular favorite hangout spot for many students; it’s a perfect place to catch up with friends after a long day of school and enjoy a new drink off the menu, or especially your favorite donut! Freshman Gyovanna Gomes said, “With the convenience of New York PIzza being across from Dunkin’, I sometimes stop at both!”
After a long day at school, everyone needs a spot to unwind or recharge regardless of what they want to do; these five spots are the best go-to places in our city. So next time the bell rings and you’re wondering where to go, check one of these out!
