Dining

Fresh, seasonal and locally sourced ingredients — a place to meet friends, study and recharge. 

caleruega dining hall

ϸ has recently entered partnership with CulinArt Group for management of all dining operations on campus. CulinArt is working to develop a robust and boutique dining experience for our community. We look forward to sharing more information this summer.

 

Food Venues and Dining Options

This is the main dining hall for resident student meals, open to all members of the campus and community. Resident students on the meal plan receive their meals at Caleruega.

Located next door to Caleruega Dining Hall, Chilly’s Cafe provides cafe-style meals, snacks, coffee and refreshments.

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have a question not answered here, please contact the Housing and Residence Life department.

Caleruega Dining Hall Dining Hours

Caleruega Dining Hall will be open for some meals during summer 2025, but days and hours have not been established. 

Chilly's Café Dining Hours:

Chilly's Cafe hours for summer 2025 have not been established. 

CulinArt is busy working on the meals plans for the 2025-2026 academic year. Resident students will have several meal plan options to choose from, and there will be options available for guests and commuter students. More information will be shared this summer.

 

Of course! We will work with you to design a menu that meets your needs. Please contact us for more information. 

The following are the many ways we create a sustainable menu: 

  • Food is purchased locally and organic when possible.
  • Local growers and artisan partners are chosen for their high quality standards, environmental responsibility and locations — all within 150 miles of our restaurants.
  • Menus are developed according to the season, featuring local food.
  • Chicken is purchased free-range and antibiotic-free.
  • Tuna is purchased dolphin-free.
  • 100% of seafood is purchased according to the Monterey Bay Aquarium “Seafood Watch Guidelines”.
  • Hamburger is made with fresh ground, grass-fed or Niman Ranch beef.
  • Eggs are sourced cage-free.
  • Fruits and vegetables are purchased fresh, seasonal and whenever possible organic according to the Clean Fifteen and Dirty Dozen recommendations.
  • Stock are made from scratch – never out of a can.
  • Milk is free of antibiotics and artificial growth hormone.
  • MSG is never used in our food preparation.
  • All dressings are prepared in house
  • Turkey and beef are roasted in house for deli meat selections.
  • Only rice bran and olive oil are used for cooking.
  • Mashed potatoes are prepared from real potatoes.

Questions? Contact us.

Liz Held

Executive Assistant to the Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students, Executive Assistant to the Vice President for Advancement and Alumni Engagement, Executive Assistant to the Associate Vice President of Enrollment Management and Marketing