Why Harry's is a Campus Favorite

Harry’s Chocolate Shop is known to be one of the most popular bars at Purdue for countless of reasons. Many students and alumni consider Harry’s to be one of their favorite places on campus, and a big part of their college experience. The variety of specialty drinks, the famous popcorn and the unique history are all reasons people choose to spend their time at Harry’s.

Harry’s offers their customers a variety of exclusive and tasteful drinks that are exclusively available there. From the Baltimore Zoo to their Starburst flavored drink, the savory cocktails always have customers craving for more. Additionally, Harry’s has a wide selection of liquors and beers giving customers plenty of options. Many people also like to celebrate their birthdays at Harry’s so as to experience the birthday shot, which is truly distinctive in it’s flavor. The birthday shot includes ingredients such as jalapeño juice and tobacco sauce which contributes to its spicy and strong, yet memorable, taste.

It might seem strange for people who have never been to Harry’s that popcorn can be one of the favorite aspects of a bar among students. Yet, there is no doubt that Harry’s famous popcorn is one of the things that both students and alumni love the most about Harry’s. Every night you can enjoy the perfectly buttered and salted popcorn for free. On weekends, customers are usually gathered around the popcorn machine waiting to get their own bag of popcorn that they can munch on while they enjoy their drink.

The history of Harry’s as a speakeasy during the prohibition is definitely unique. When at Harry’s it is easy to feel the rich history behind it. There is always a vibrant environment at Harry’s that gets customers to always want to come back. All of that makes Harry’s one of a kind, and it is exactly what makes it a favorite among students. You wouldn’t find what Harry’s has to offer at any other place on campus.