• Celebrate Halloween at the University Center Bistro!

    University Center Bistro

    Join us for a special themed menu, served 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Reservations are recommended but not required — save your spot at dining.ucsc.edu/ucen-bistro. You Belong Here: The programs and services described here are open to all, consistent with state and federal law, as well as the University of California’s nondiscrimination policies. Every initiative—whether […]

  • Harvest Meal

    College Nine and John R. Lewis Dining Hall

    Staying on campus for fall break? Join us for the annual Harvest Meal! Brought to you by Dining Services and the Dean of Students Office. Thursday, November 27 1–4 p.m. College Nine/John R. Lewis Dining Hall Registration required by Monday, November 24. REGISTER HERE All students, faculty, staff, and their guests are invited to attend. […]

  • University Center Bistro Special Valentine Menu

    University Center Bistro Special Valentine Menu
    University Center Bistro

    Celebrate Valentine’s Day early at the University Center Bistro Thursday & Friday, February 12–13 the Bistro will feature a special Valentine’s Day–themed menu served from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Reservations are recommended.  The Bistro accepts Slug Points, Flexi Dollars, and credit cards. Treat yourself — or someone special — to lunch at the Bistro!

  • UCSC Dining Competes at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Clam Chowder Cook-Off

    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

    Come support UCSC Dining as they compete in the legendary Clam Chowder Cook-Off at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk! This two-day event is one of the country’s largest and longest-running clam chowder competitions, where talented chefs prepare and serve their best chowder recipes along the Boardwalk.  On Sunday, February 22, UCSC Dining will join professional […]

  • Sip Smarter

    Porter/Kresge Dining Hall 411 Porter-Kresge Rd, Santa Cruz, CA

    Sip Smarter @ UCSC is your chance to grab a free drink, connect with friends, and learn how small choices can make a big impact. Stop by this drop-in campus event in partnership with Pepsi to enjoy one of nearly 1,000 canned beverages while exploring UCSC Dining’s move toward more sustainable packaging and right-sized portions. […]

  • College Night: Made By Human Hands

    College Nights
    Rachel Carson/Oakes Dining Hall

    Oakes and Rachel Carson Colleges, in collaboration with UCSC Dining, present Made By Human Hands. Join us Wednesday, March 11, from 5–8 p.m. at the Rachel Carson/Oakes Dining Hall for a night of fun, community, and a special themed menu. Standard dining hall entry pricing applies, and all students, faculty, and staff are invited. Please […]