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Vanderbilt University - Campus Dining - College ProwlerCollege Prowler3.85

Campus Dining

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Average Meal Plan Cost $4530 per year
Freshman Meal Plan Required? Yes
Student Favorites
  • Commons Center
  • CT West
  • The Pub
  • Quizno’s Subs

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Other than dinner at Rand, students are very positive about the quality of the food. Fortunately, there are so many other choices on most days that it is hard not to find something you like. But, on-campus weekend dining options are extremely limited.

Vanderbilt has recently overhauled its meal plan system, which gives students a great deal more flexibility in their food options. However, despite the high quality and selection of what is available, the prices are ridiculously inflated, and there isn’t a grocery store within walking distance—the cost of living is very high within the “Vanderbubble.”
 

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Campus Dining at Vanderbilt University

lewells

'14

Communications

3.8
B+

Good but Tiring

The Freshman area of campus is host to the better, in my opinion dining hall. The choices are rotated and there are always a lot of options except for the on the weekends. There is a lot to eat from here of the various "munchie marts" on campus. The "upperclass" dining area called Rand is a bit more traditional and the food choices are mediocre but still good. I know there will be more additions in the future. I think 14 meals a week is sufficient for upperclassmen.

Jul 31, 2011

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Campus Dining at Vanderbilt University

beckydpfh

'10

Psychology

1.5
D+

Vandy Dining Is Lacking

Rand is the main cafeteria and although they finally redid it, it is still disgusting. There are not many healthy dining options with fresh food on campus. For example, one of the few on campus restaurants is a barbecue place which is definitely not good for you and is not good for eating at frequently. The only brandname dining is Quiznos which isn't great. Vanderbilt forces you to have large meal plans which is expensive so it is very disappointing that it isn't good. Furthermore, there are lots of great places off campus that are one the card so they should add more meal money into the plans to make it better for students.

Jun 13, 2011

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Campus Dining at Vanderbilt University

thamilton33

'13

Speech Communication and Rhetoric

3.8
B+

Good, Not Great

The food on campus is decent, but the first year students are spoiled. They get the best dining center, etc. On main campus, it can be really crowded at meal times and can cause long waits. Vandy takes initiatives to give the students off-campus options though, which is helpful.

Apr 18, 2011

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Student Survey Poll ResultsWhat's This?

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Facts

24-Hour Dining Branscomb Varsity Market
Off-Campus Places to Use Flex Money None
Did You Know?

VU Meal Plan Hours
Breakfast: Monday–Friday
7 a.m.–10:30 a.m.
Lunch: Monday–Sunday
11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Dinner: Monday–Sunday
4:30 p.m.–11 p.m.

Students can only use their ID cards at certain campus restaurants during these hours. Meals during “off hours” must be purchased with campus “meal money.”

Dining Halls & Campus RestaurantsWhat's This?

Alpine Bagel
Location: Basement of Towers
Food: Bagels, sandwiches
Hours: Monday–Friday 7 a.m.–10:30 a.m.; Sunday–Friday 10 a.m.–4 p.m., 4:30 p.m.–8 p.m.

Branscomb Varsity Marketplace
Location: Branscomb
Food: Sandwiches, munchies, drinks, side items
Hours: Daily open 24 hours

Center Smoothie
Location: Sarratt Student Center
Food: Bagels, fruit, granola, muffins, smoothies

CT West
Location: Carmichael Towers
Food: American, BBQ
Hours: Monday–Thursday 11 a.m.–8 p.m., Friday 11 a.m.–3 p.m., Sunday 5 p.m.–8 p.m.

Grins Vegetarian Cafe
Location: Schulman Student Center
Food: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Kosher
Hours: Hours Monday–Thursday 10:30 a.m.–8 p.m., Friday 10:30 a.m.–2 p.m.

Mud
Location: Carmichael Towers
Food: American, BBQ
Hours: Monday–Thursday 7 a.m.–8 p.m., Friday 7 a.m.–3 p.m., Sunday 5 p.m.–8 p.m.

The Pub (Overcut Oak)
Location: Sarratt Student Center
Food: Grilled fare
Hours: Monday–Thursday 11 a.m.–11 p.m., Sunday 4 p.m.–10 p.m.

Quizno’s Sub
Location: Carmichael Towers
Food: Toasted subs, soups, deluxe salads
Hours: Daily 11 a.m.–11 p.m.

Rand Hall
Location: Sarratt Student Center
Food: Greek, American, Chinese, Mexican, deli, breakfast foods
Hours: Monday–Thursday 7 a.m.–3 p.m. and 4 p.m.–8 p.m.; Friday 7 a.m.–3 p.m., 4:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.; Saturday 11a.m.–3 p.m.; Saturday Brunch 11 a.m.–3 p.m.

Ro Tiki
Location: Branscomb Varsity Marketplace
Food: Hawaiian, wraps, pizza
Hours: Monday–Thursday 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Friday 11 a.m.–3 p.m., Sunday 5 p.m.–10 p.m.

Villa Pizza
Location: Basement of Towers
Food: Pizza, pasta, calzones
Hours: Sunday–Friday 11 a.m.–4 p.m., 4:30 p.m.–11 p.m.

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