Bentley University - Campus Dining

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For food on campus, the main option is Seasons Dining Hall. Even though students love to complain about on-campus food, the truth is that the cafeteria is not really all that bad. Compared to other local college cuisine, Bentley has it pretty darn good. Sodexo, the company in charge of all campus eateries, is constantly changing meal plan options based on student feedback surveys. Recent additions to the Seasons dining room include a wrap station and increased vegetarian options desired by students. Harry’s Café is always busy just before a class period begins and during late-night hours when students need the extra caffeine kick to finish pumping out the papers.

The one complaint about on-campus dining that cannot be ignored is the hefty price the required meal plan carries. While the food is good, it’s not that good. Typically, the meal plan has a “discretionary” component where you can buy coffee or a sandwich in the deli, and Sodexo has been playing around with the percentage of discretionary versus number of times the meal plan is valid in a week. It’s easy to forget the value of a dollar when using the discretionary money because it’s not actual money out of your pocket, but as soon as you use that money up, you will find it really hard to pay for a pint of Ben & Jerry’s in the ridiculously overpriced deli. One of the biggest joys of getting out of dorm life is the opportunity to opt out of a meal plan and begin buying and cooking food on your own; that is until you realize what a pain dishes can be.

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Students Speak Out

BenJR says: Bentley University 2015 Business

Seasons is the main dining hall,... Seasons is the main dining hall, which is operated by Sodexho. The food there is nothing to write home about. I usually don't feel great after eating there. Harry's Corner in the student center is open until 1 a.m. on weeknights and 2 a.m. on weekends. It serves subs, pizzas, sushi, salads, chicken fingers, etc. There are also other great places to get food with discretionary money, which is worked into your meal plan. We do have Currito (burritos) and A&W (burgers). Don't get a large meal plan after freshman year—stick to the 115 block, which gives you more discretionary spending. 12345 Campus Dining: April 04, 2009 Report

BenTW says: Bentley University 2014 Business

I feel that the dining... I feel that the dining halls—Seasons Dining Hall and the Lower Café—are very adequate. Of course, the food gets old after a while, and the food starts to get bland. However, Bentley does a nice job of offering additional food sources like A&W, Currito, Dunkin' Donuts, and Einstein's Bagels. 12345 Campus Dining: March 30, 2009 Report

BenZA says: Bentley University 2014 Business

Food is below par on campus. 12345 Campus Dining: March 30, 2009 Report

Anonymous says:

The food is terrible, and the meal... The food is terrible, and the meal plan must be one of the most expensive in the country. Most students are forced to be on the unlimited meal plan with housing through a greedy agreement Bentley has with Sodexo. 12345 Campus Dining Report

Anonymous says:

Food is pretty good. Dining... Food is pretty good. Dining Services listen to your suggestions and make changes. The only real cafeteria is Seasons. There are a few other stands and small delis. ? 12345 Campus Dining Report

Did You Know?

If you are unhappy with the dining services, drop a comment to the cafeteria manger. Not only does a manager respond to your comment quickly, but they will post the comment and plan of action for all students to see.

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