Open Locations

Nestled in the redwoods near the academic campus core, this is our largest dining hall. Upstairs, you’ll find The Market at University Center. Cash, credit cards, meal plans, and  flexi dollars accepted. 
✆ (831) 502-8397

Serving the east side of campus, this dining hall boasts a 20-foot salad bar. Next door is Banana Joe’s, offering premium beverages, on-the-go menu selections, groceries, and convenient, natural foods to-go. Cash, credit cards, meal plans, and  flexi dollars accepted.  
✆ (831) 459-4619

Located just upstairs above Colleges Nine & Ten Dining Hall, our market has grocery items, grab-n-go meals, snacks, bottled beverages, and coffee and espresso drinks. Cash, credit cards, and flexi dollars accepted.  
✆ (831) 459-2689

The Market web page »

Managed by UCSC Dining

Use the UCSC Grubhub link for easy set-up, or: 1) Download the Grubhub app, 2) Sign up from Campus dining by going to My Grubhub> Settings > Campus dining, 3) Optional: Add your Campus Card (to pay with Flexi Dollars) inside Settings > Payment > Add new payment, 4) Order and get your food delivered anywhere – on campus or at home.

Not managed by UCSC Dining; contact this location directly with your questions and concerns.

Closed Locations

Located on the hill above the East Field, this dining hall features a fantastic view of the Monterey Bay, with outdoor patio dining available to capture the crisp ocean breezes. Cash, credit cards, meal plans, and  flexi dollars accepted.  
✆ (831) 459-4609

Serving the west side of campus, this dining hall features a remodeled serving area made with natural, sustainable textures and surfaces. Come enjoy the patio, perched high on the hill overlooking the bay. Cash, credit cards, meal plans, and  flexi dollars accepted.  
✆ (831) 459-4774

Located near the West Field House, this dining hall features incredible views of the hillsides of Santa Cruz. This is also the home of the campus bakery, which supplies fresh-baked goods to all our locations. Cash, credit cards, meal plans, and flexi dollars accepted.  
✆ (831) 459-3547

Located near the Crown College fountain this cafe and convenience store has everything you need all in one place. Banana Joe's also coordinates the UCSC online grocery. Cash, credit cards, and flexi dollars accepted. 
✆ (831) 459-1445

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Bay Tree Express Store, located in the Quarry Plaza, stocks a wide inventory of teas, coffees, sandwiches, drinks, snacks, breakfast foods, pastries, and a host of convenience items. Cash, credit cards, and flexi dollars accepted.  
✆ (831) 459-2268

Not managed by UCSC Dining; contact this location directly with your questions and/or concerns.

Located at Porter College, Bowls by Café Brasil offers a balance between Brazilian specialties and the Santa Cruz lifestyle, with a unique touch of family recipes and creativity.

Not managed by UCSC Dining; contact this location directly with your questions and/or concerns.

Located at Rachel Carson College. Serving made to order espresso coffee drinks, pastries, grab-and-go meals, local, organic ice cream by alumni-owned Mission Hill Creamery, and more. Cash, credit cards, and flexi dollars accepted.  
✆ (831) 459-4567

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Located in the McHenry Library lobby. Featuring many delicious menu items including soups, salads, sandwiches and made-to-order juices and smoothies. Cash, credit cards, and flexi dollars accepted.  
✆ (831) 459-4428

Not managed by UCSC Dining; contact this location directly with your questions and/or concerns.

Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, with options such as organic egg dishes, fresh salads, gourmet sandwiches, and much more. Cash, credit cards, and flexi dollars accepted. (831) 459-3066

Not managed by UCSC Dining; contact this location directly with your questions and/or concerns.

Located at Oakes College, Oakes Cafe offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night dining. Cash, credit cards, and flexi dollars accepted.  
✆ (831) 459-2640

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Perk Coffee Bars offer 100% organic coffee and a wide selection of freshly baked muffins, Bagelry bagels, and pastries. This Perk Coffee Bar can be found in the lobby of Baskin Engineering. Cash, credit cards, and flexi dollars accepted.  
✆ (831) 459-2932

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Perk Coffee Bars offer 100% organic coffee and a wide selection of freshly baked muffins, Bagelry bagels, and pastries. This Perk Coffee Bar can be found in the lobby of Earth & Marine Sciences. Cash, credit cards, and flexi dollars accepted.  
✆ (831) 459-1999

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Perk Coffee Bars offer 100% organic coffee and a wide selection of freshly baked muffins, Bagelry bagels, and pastries. This Perk Coffee Bar can be found in the lobby of Physical Sciences Building. Cash, credit cards, and flexi dollars accepted.  
✆ (831) 459-2679

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Located at Stevenson College. This long-standing favorite offers espresso drinks, made-to-order salads and sandwiches, their famous fudgies, and more. Cash, credit cards, and flexi dollars accepted.
✆ (831) 459-2433

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Enjoy an exquisite lunch at this full service restaurant, or visit the coffee bar for a quick bite. Located above the Colleges Nine & Ten Dining Hall. Cash, credit cards, and flexi dollars accepted.  
✆ (831) 459-2689

Terra Fresca Restaurant and Coffee Bar web page »

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Located at Merrill College, Vivas serves fresh, natural & organic mexican food. Cash, credit cards, and flexi dollars accepted.  Open for take out only.
✆ (831) 459-3299 ✉ Send Vivas an email

Not managed by UCSC Dining; contact this location directly with your questions, concerns or catering requests.