Florida State University - Campus Dining

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College Prowler Take

Most students will complain about on campus dining, but ironically, the restaurants and dining halls are usually busy. The loudest complaints are often from underclassmen who are still adjusting to not having a home-cooked meal every night. Upperclassmen will grumble about the food, because they eat it all the time. They’ll eat it, still, mostly out of convenience. Many of the establishments are open late, which is a plus for night owls and late-night revelers. The meal plans get mixed reviews. Students who are just looking for fuel to get through the day would probably do well with a meal plan due to a few buffet-style dining halls and all-you-can-eat options. For those who just grab a quick bite between classes or are interested in healthy dining, you would be better off venturing off campus or waiting for the next care package from home.

The food scene on campus has been steadily improving over the past several years, offering more choices and better quality than in the past. But still, it is cafeteria food and in no way can compare to the food your mom makes at home. You won’t starve, but you won’t be amazed, either. There are also several vendors who pop up on campus around lunch time who offer the obligatory hot dogs, chips, and soda, which can come in handy if you need a quick bite while hustling to your next class.

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Students Speak Out

Anonymous says:

There are a couple of cafeterias... There are a couple of cafeterias on campus and a food court. It’s enough, but the selection is not that great—mostly fast food. I also tried the meal plan my first semester here, but I didn’t care for it. I’d rather make food for myself or scrounge off my roommates. 12345 Campus Dining Report

FionaJo says: Florida State University 2013 History

Food Is Okay but Expensive B- Like most eating out experiences it's hit or miss, sometimes average, quality is a subjective matter. But Aramark, the company that owns/runs the dining halls and on campus convenient store are price gougers. Somethings cost twice as much on campus than in the store. 12345 Campus Dining: March 13, 2010 Report

heybuddy says: Florida State University 2013 Social Sciences

Meh.. B- Food in the dining halls can be good sometimes, but some things seem completely inedible. But the sushi place on campus and the chilis are good remedies to that. There are a lot of really good places around campus. Meal plans are overpriced and I suggest not getting one if you're not required to. 12345 Campus Dining: December 29, 2009 Report

Anonymous says:

There always seems to be some... There always seems to be some organization in the Union giving out free food on any given day. 12345 Campus Dining Report

Anonymous says:

My opinion of the food on campus... My opinion of the food on campus in the Student Union is that it is overpriced for the quality. It is good for a quick snack on your way through campus, but I would not recommend eating meals there every day. 12345 Campus Dining Report

Did You Know?

In addition to the main Starbucks locations, carts can be found at various locations throughout campus, although most aren’t open late.

Many students love that the renovated Suwannee Room closely resembles the Great Hall from the Harry Potter movies and novels.

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