What’s Open Right Now
Find out which dining locations are open and serving food right now. Check hours and menus to plan your next meal.
Come for the waves, stay for the food
Fire-baked pizza. Generous salad bars. Freshly baked pastries. Ready to eat?
Whether you’ve been studying hard or soaking up the coast, the UCSC culinary team is here to fuel you with something delicious. We proudly source organic produce from the Monterey Bay area and bake fresh pastries daily right on campus. Our chefs are hands-on at every level and participate in quarterly workshops to refine their skills and explore new culinary styles—so your next meal is always something to look forward to.
Wellness and community
UCSC Dining supports your health and wellbeing with inclusive dining options, sustainable sourcing, and clear allergy information. Whether you have dietary restrictions, need a meal while recovering from illness, or are navigating food insecurity, we’re here to help you access the nourishment you need.
Dining discounts and GET app
Take advantage of campus dining discounts and manage your account on the go with the GET app. Add funds, check your balance, and use your phone to pay—simple and convenient.
Need help choosing a meal plan?
Take our quick quiz to find the Residence Hall Meal Plan that best fits your lifestyle! Whether you’re a newly admitted student exploring your options or a seasoned Slug considering a change during a Meal Plan Change Period, this quiz will help you discover the plan that works best for you.
Our Impact
600+ tons
Tons of food scraps diverted annually from the landfill by turning it into compost.
100%
Self-operated, non-profit entity.
18
UCSC Dining-operated locations across campus.
200+
Union-represented UCSC Dining staff.
600
UCSC Student Dining employees.
1
Guinness World Record for Longest Granola Bar, set in 2015.