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University Center Bistro

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Find your way to the food!


University Center Bistro offers upscale casual lunchtime dining with friendly servers and an incredible menu. Were located above the College Nine/John R. Lewis Dining Hall. Slug Points, Banana Bucks, Flexi Dollars, and credit cards accepted. Get 10% off when you pay with Slug Points, Banana Bucks, or Flexi Dollars



Monday11:30 AM – 2 PM
Tuesday11:30 AM – 2 PM
Wednesday11:30 AM – 2 PM
Thursday11:30 AM – 2 PM
Friday11:30 AM – 2 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

  • We have an amazing menu!
  • We cook every item on our menu to order
  • As university employees, our friendly staff does not accept tips. Our servers are students who gain real-world work experience, strengthening their skills in communication, customer service, and teamwork.
  • We do not serve alcohol
  • Accepted payment methods:
    • Slug Points, Banana Bucks, and Flexi Dollars
    • Credit cards
    • Entertainment Reporting Forms (ERF)

APPETIZERS


BIRRIA WONTONS
beef birria, onion, cilantro, birria consume

12

MEDITERRANEAN PLATTER
Vegetarian icon Soy Icon Milk icon Sesame icon
hummus, babaganoush, marinated feta,
dolmas, mixed olives, bagel chips

10

HOUSE-MADE CHIPS
Vegan Icon Gluten friendly icon Soy Icon

6

FRIES
Vegan Icon Gluten friendly icon Soy Icon

6

SOUP


CUP
ask for seasonal selection

8

SALADS


ASIAN SALAD
Vegan Icon Soy Icon Sesame icon
romaine, shredded carrots, edamame, cilantro,
green onions, cucumbers, napa cabbage, sesame
seeds, crispy wontons, yuzu sesame vinaigrette

16

HOUSE SALAD
Vegan Icon Gluten friendly icon
seasonal mixed greens, fresh herb, english
cucumber, pickled red onion, sunflower seeds,
housemade focaccia croutons, citrus vinaigrette

14

½ HOUSE SALAD

8

CAESAR SALAD
Egg icon Milk icon Soy Icon Fish Icon
romaine hearts, shaved parmesan,
house made focaccia croutons, caesar dressing

15

½ CAESAR SALAD

9

ADD

Grilled Chicken | 7
Chili Marinated Tofu | 7
Salmon | 12

SANDWICH | BURGERS


SPICY CRISPY CHICKEN SANDWICH
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house breaded chicken thigh, creamy coleslaw,
spicy chili crunch, with fries (medium, spicy)

20

HIPPIE SANDWICH
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rye bread, hummus, avocado, spring mix,
shredded carrots, shredded beets, red onion,
tomato, dill pickle, citrus vinaigrette, with
house citrus chili chips

16

GOURMET BURGER
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½ lb certified angus beef chuck steak burger,
smoked gouda, bacon jam, sriracha aioli,
lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickle, with fries

22

SUB

Soup | 5
Salad | 6

PIZZA


BIRRIA
Egg icon Soy Icon Milk icon Sesame icon
beef birria, mozzarella, cilantro, onions

16

BBQ MUSHROOM
Vegetarian icon Egg icon Soy Icon Milk icon Sesame icon
ranch, sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, red
onion, roasted corn, green onions, bbq sauce,
crumbled feta, arugula, lemon vinaigrette,
mozzarella

14

ENTREE


SALMON MUHAMMARA
Gluten friendly icon Fish Icon Tree nut icon
beet pine nut puree, black forbidden rice,
broccollini, mango calabrian chili salsa

23

TOP SIRLOIN STEAK
Gluten friendly icon Milk icon Tree nut icon
8oz dry aged top sirloin, pomms puree, seasonal
vegetable, mushrooms, pistachio gremolata

25

VEGAN TOFU FRIED RICE
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chili marinated tofu, stir fried black forbidden
rice, carrots, broccollini, mushrooms, garlic,
ginger, soy sauce

18

DESSERT


TIRAMISU
Vegetarian icon Egg icon Milk icon

10

SEASONAL CHEESECAKE
Vegetarian icon Egg icon Milk icon Soy Icon

9

TRUFFLE MOUSSE CAKE
Vegetarian icon Egg icon Milk icon Alcohol icon Soy Icon Nut icon Tree nut icon

9

ICE CREAM COOKIES SANDWICH
Vegetarian icon Gluten friendly icon Soy Icon Egg icon Milk icon Alcohol icon

9

SORBET
Vegan Icon Gluten friendly icon

7

DRINKS


LATTE
vanilla, caramel, hazelnut, pumpkin spice

5.25

MOCHA

5.00

WHITE CHOCOLATE MOCHA

5.45

CAPPUCCINO

4.25

COFFEE

3.25

HOT CHOCOLATE

4.25

ICED TEA

3.00

LEMONADE

3.00

SODA
Pepsi, Pepsi Max Zero, lemon lime,
Brisk Iced Tea, Dr. Pepper, Mountain Dew

3.00

  • Reservations encouraged for parties of 5 or less
  • Reservations required for parties of 6-10. To book a reservation for groups of 11 or more, please call ✆ (831) 459-2689 and allow us at least one day notice.
  • Table size is limited to a maximum of 10; larger parties will be split into separate tables
  • A separate room may be booked for larger parties for an additional fee
  • Need help, or have more questions? Please give us a call at ✆ (831) 459-2689.
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Last modified: Sep 03, 2025