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Campus Dining

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Average Meal Plan Cost $3340 per year
Freshman Meal Plan Required? Yes
Only for freshmen who live on campus
Student Favorites
  • AFC Sushi
  • Boulevard Grill
  • Brella's
  • Pizza Hut

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Dorm food can be hit or miss, but students sometimes say they miss the convenience of dorm cafeteria food once they move out and are responsible for cooking their own food. The most popular dorm cafeteria is definitely Mrs. E’s in Lewis Hall, and it's available to anyone with a meal plan. E’s offers a great view of campus and usually has a variety of food and dessert options. The Studio in Hashinger Hall is a popular spot to grab a bite with friends or get one of the to-go sack lunches.

There are a variety of food options available in the dorms and even more options at other locations around campus. The Union and the Underground are the most popular eating destinations on campus, offering sandwiches, pizza, fast food, salads, and even sushi. The Union is a good place to do homework when finishing up lunch because there is a lot of seating available. There is something for everyone on campus, whether you are looking for junk food or healthier options. The prices can be high and places on campus can get really crowded during peak lunch hours, but the convenience can’t be beat.

 

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Campus Dining at University of Kansas

agrzyb

Film and Video Studies '15

3.8
B+

Good Food and a Variety

The dining halls all have similar menus. They all have a variety though and many things to choose from.

May 24, 2012

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Campus Dining at University of Kansas

aaandrew

Computer Science '16

4.2
A-

Great

There is a lot of food to eat, however, what makes the experience better is the option to dine out of the dining halls with an optional package that allows you to go to restaurants too.

May 22, 2012

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Campus Dining at University of Kansas

devine123456

Mechanical Engineering '13

3.1
B-

Ekdahl

The cafeteria is similar to most large school campuses, it will fill you but will not be a very healthy or enjoyable meal compared to some good old home cooking.

May 15, 2012

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User rating for University of Kansas - Campus Dining is 3.5 out of 5 based on 35 user reviews.

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24-Hour Dining None
Off-Campus Places to Use Flex Money
  • Bambino's at the Grove
  • Ben & Jerry's
  • Bigg's BBQ
  • Buffalo Bob's Smokehouse
  • Chili's Grill & Bar
  • Dominos Pizza (delivery)
  • Gumby's Pizza
  • On the Border Mexican Grill
  • Perkins Family Restaurant and Bakery
  • Pita Pit
  • Pizza Shuttle
  • Spangles
  • Taco John's (any of three Lawrence locations)
  • Wendy's (any of two Lawrence locations)
  • Wheat State Pizza
  • You can’t use your meal plan off campus, but KU has Beak 'em Bucks that can be used at campus dining locations, as well as the following off-campus places:
Special Options Bring your own lunch and sit at one of the tables or booths at the Union.
Did You Know? KU Dining Services offers an online nutrition analysis program called NetNutrition, which can help you calculate the nutrition values of food on campus.

Dining Halls & Campus RestaurantsWhat's This?

AFC Sushi
Location: Kansas Union (The Market) and the Underground
Food: Sushi
Hours: The Market: Monday–Thursday 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.–2 p.m.; The Underground: Monday–Friday 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

Boulevard Grill
Location: Kansas Union (The Market)
Food: Burgers, sandwiches
Hours: Monday–Thursday 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Brella’s Sandwich Crafters
Location: Kansas Union (The Market) and the Underground
Food: Sandwiches, wraps
Hours: Monday–Thursday 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Chick-fil-A
Location: The Underground
Food: Fast food
Hours: Monday–Friday 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

Crimson Café Food Court
Location: Burge Union
Food: Brella’s, The Carvery, Freshens Smoothies, Mill Valley Salad Bar, Pizza Hut
Hours: Monday–Friday 7 a.m.–3 p.m.

Ekdahl Dining Commons (Mrs. E’s)
Location: Daisy Hill
Food: Grill, pasta, salads, sandwiches
Hours: Monday–Friday 7 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 5 p.m.–8 p.m., Saturday–Sunday 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 5 p.m.–8 p.m.

Fresco! Cuisine
Location: Kansas Union (The Market)
Food: Pasta bar
Hours: Monday–Thursday 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Garden Gourmet
Location: Kansas Union (The Market)
Food: Salad
Hours: Monday–Thursday 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

GSP Dining Center
Location: GSP-Corbin Hall
Food: All varieties
Hours: Monday–Friday 6:45 a.m.–2 p.m., 4:45 p.m.-7 p.m., Saturday–Sunday 11 a.m.–1 p.m., 5 p.m.–6:30 p.m.

Oliver Dining Center
Location: Oliver Hall
Food: All varieties
Hours: Monday–Friday 7 a.m.–2 p.m., 4:30 p.m.–7 p.m., Saturday–Sunday 11 a.m.–2 p.m., 5 p.m.–7 p.m.

Pizza Hut
Location: Kansas Union (The Market) and the Underground
Food: Pizza
Hours: The Market: Monday–Thursday 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.–2 p.m.; The Underground: Monday–Friday 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

Quesarito
Location: Kansas Union (The Market)
Food: Mexican
Hours: Monday–Thursday 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

The Studio
Location: Hashinger Hall
Food: Burgers, grill, pizza, wraps
Hours: Monday–Friday 11 a.m.–5 p.m., 7:30 p.m.-12 a.m., Saturday-Sunday 7:30 p.m.–12 a.m.

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