The bar and cafe scene in Valdosta is modest. Valdosta State University's student population sustains a cluster of bars near campus — the usual mix of drink specials, sports on TV, and a crowd that skews young. Downtown has a few quieter options that draw a more mixed crowd of locals. For travelers just passing through, the more practical concern is coffee: the interstate corridor has the standard chain options, but there are a couple of independent cafes worth the small detour if you need a decent cup before getting back on I-75.