Dining & Catering

Dining & Catering

Food is fuel, food is community, food is an essential part of your everyday routine — and Campus Dining & Catering gives you countless options to ensure you love and are nourished by what you eat.

Learn about our dining facilities, meal plans and other options on campus, or turn to Clarksondining.com for menus, hours of operation and information on wellness, allergens, sustainability, events and more.

Let's Eat!

From the early morning to late at night, find a meal waiting for you at one of our dining facilities. (Listed hours of operation are valid during the academic year. Hours vary when classes are not in session.)

Students who may need medically related accommodations for dining should contact the Office of Accessibility Services through their webpage or via email.

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Contact Us

If you have questions about meal plans, dining options, food allergies or anything else relating to dining or catering, let us know.

Email: beth.gooder@sodexo.com 
Phone: 315-268-2061

On-Campus Dining Options

Students in an on campus eatery

Ross-Brooks (RoBro) Dining Hall

  • Our All-You-Can-Eat Resident Dining Hall
  • Try the award winning Simple Servings station, free of the top nine food allergens
  •  Find home-cooked comfort meals at the Traditions station
  •  Enjoy grill favorites such as burgers, grilled cheese, omelets, grilled chicken and more at The Grille 
  • We’re firing up pizza, calzones and strombolis, made fresh daily in our pizza oven, at Fired Up
  • Power up with plant-based options at our Vegetarian station
  • Dig into our salad and deli bars that have endless options of veggies, proteins and more. Find fresh fruit, dessert, coffee & beverages daily
  • Payments Accepted: Meal Equivalency, Cash, DB, Knight Card, Credit/Debit Card
  • Hours: Monday - Friday 7am - 8:30pm; Sat/Sun 9am - 8:30pm
Students eating in the server

Student Center Servery

  • Every day is Taco Tuesday at the Taqueria! This station serves up tacos, burritos, quesadillas, bowls and more
  • Get a taste of Italy at Semolina’s, featuring fully customizable pasta dishes and breadsticks
  • Find grill favorites such as burgers, grilled chicken, chicken tenders, french fries and more at Grilled
  • Grab one of our popular paninis, or a freshly made customizable salad with signature dressings at Pressed n’ Dressed
  • Treat yourself to student favorites throughout the week including Stir Fry, Philly’s, Fajitas, Melts and more at the Food Fusion station
  • Payments Accepted: Meal Equivalency, Cash, DB, Knight Card, Credit/Debit Card
  • Hours: Sunday - Saturday Lunch/Dinner 11am - 8pm, Late Knight: 8:30pm - 11:30pm 

 

Student playing pool

Marketplace

  • Stop by on your way to class in the morning for some quick grab n’ go options including hot breakfast sandwiches, fresh fruit, parfaits and more
  • Fuel up with our fully customizable wraps, subs and sandwiches, featuring Backerhaus breads, with a robust selection of proteins, veggies, cheese and spreads
  • Payments Accepted: Meal Equivalency, Cash, DB, Knight Card, Credit/Debit Card
  • Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4pm
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Schuler's

  • Start your morning right with a coffee, tea, or one of the popular refreshers from Schuler’s Cafe to feel energized for the day ahead
  • Fuel up with grab n’ go options such as freshly baked muffins and pastries, wraps, salads and more!
  • Get excited for seasonal favorites including pumpkin spice latte and peppermint mocha!
  • Payments Accepted: Cash, DB, Knight Card, Credit/Debit Card
  • Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30am - 3:30pm
Students studying in the Concrete Cafe

Concrete Café

  • Our Simply to Go hub offers quick options for students on the go including fresh fruit, parfaits, bagels, snacks, wraps, salads, desserts, beverages and more
  • David’s Cookies baked fresh daily
  • Join us for Pop-Up hot lunches on Wednesdays at 11am
  • Payments Accepted: Meal Equivalency, Cash, DB, Knight Card, Credit/Debit Card
  • Hours: Monday - Friday 7 am - 2 pm
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Distefano's Family Cafe

  • Load up your subs, wraps, or salads with a plethora of protein options, veggies, cheese, spreads, and dressings at Stacked Subs & Salads. Don’t forget, you can get that Costanzo sub roll toasted!
  • Enjoy gyros, grilled chicken, burgers, signature fries, and signature sauces at the Knights Table Grill
  • Savor hearty comfort meals at Chef’s Table with crowd favorites like loaded bowls and our mouthwatering BBQ on Fridays
  • Payments Accepted: Meal Equivalency, Cash, DB, Knight Card, Credit/Debit Card
  • Hours: Monday - Friday 11am - 4pm

Meal Plan Options

Maybe you never miss breakfast. Or, perhaps you're good with one big meal a day, or you're going to handle most of your cooking yourself. Whatever your appetite, select a meal plan through Campus Dining & Catering that satisfies your preferences and schedule. Students who do not reside in apartments are required to be on a full-service meal plan.

Block meals: Use these meals any time at RoBro or any participating campus location.

Board meals: Some plans include a weekly allowance of meals; use these at RoBro or any participating campus location. Your weekly counter resets every Saturday.

Declining balance (DB): Meal plans carry an allowance that can be used anywhere on campus. Your allowance is good throughout the entire academic year and can be re-loaded.

Students who do not reside in apartments are required to be on a full-service meal plan.

Unused Declining Balance or Meals left on a student's account as of the last day of meal plan each May will not be refunded or rolled over to the upcoming Fall semester. *All refund policies are detailed in the student regulations for those who wish to review specific timelines and guidelines*

Full Meal Plans

Each full meal plan costs $4,038 each semester.

21/25 

(formerly The Golden Knight) 

21 board meals a week (counter resets weekly) + $25 in DB. Provides breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week. Recommended for incoming first-year students.

200/75

(formerly The All Northern) 

200 block (anytime) meals + $75 in DB. On average, this plan provides two meals a day, five days a week.

150/225

(formerly Platinum Dining) 

150 block meals + $225 in DB. On average, this plan provides 10 meals a week.

7/50/275

(formerly The Sandstoner)

Seven board meals a week (counter resets weekly) + plus 50 block meals + $275 in DB.

5/20/425

(formerly Emerald Dining)

Five board meals a week (counter resets weekly) + 20 block meals + $425 in DB.

Optional Meal Plan

Students who do not reside in apartments are required to be on a full-service meal plan. Students who reside off campus or in apartment-style housing can opt into a full meal plan or the optional meal plan if they choose.

The 50/500 meal plan costs $1,240 each semester.

50/500

(formerly The Pioneer)

50 block meals + $500 in DB. Available only to students living off campus or in on-campus apartments and townhouses. Meals and DB on this plan can be rolled over from fall to spring by contacting the Residence Life Office. If you run out, you can purchase it again. 

Dining Blog

Learn about meal plans, hours, and nicknames for all of the dining options on Clarkson's campus.

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Video Tour

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On-Campus Catering

If you're hosting an event on campus, turn to Sodexo for catering. From coffee service to an elegant buffet, we're ready to serve you. Please email Catering Manager Jacob Bentz at jacob.bentz@sodexo.com to learn how we can make your event memorable.

Simple Servings, Simply Safe

If you have food allergies, you shouldn't have to worry about staying safe while eating well. Our Simple Servings program, available in RoBro, provides foods made without the seven most common allergens: peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish, wheat, soy, milk products and eggs.

If you have special dining needs, let us know: we'll talk to you about your options and even introduce you to a dietitian who can develop a custom plan.

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