How do I order from USC campus dining?
Use our app to browse and order from 18 USC Campus Dining locations, and pay by credit card, USCard Discretionary, Dining Dollars or Campus Center Meal Swipes (only at select RTCC venues). We’ll tell you when to expect your order, notify you every step of the way, and send a message when your order is ready.
What's new at USC hospitality?
Chef Nathan Martinez has created an equally impressive menu to support the USC Hospitality Food Philosophy, featuring a wide variety of dining options including USC’s first ever Flexitarian Station (semi vegetarian where protein is an accent, not the focus) and plant-based station (vegan friendly).
Can I use meal swipes at USC restaurants?
In addition to Residential Dining access, meal swipes that are part of the Cardinal and Gold plans may also now be used on special meal swipe combos at select USC Hospitality retail cafes. All freshmen living in USC Housing residence halls/suites and apartments are required to have the Cardinal Meal Plan at a minimum.
Do I need the Cardinal meal plan to eat at USC?
NEW! In addition to Residential Dining access, meal swipes that are part of the Cardinal and Gold plans may also now be used on special meal swipe combos at select USC Hospitality retail cafes. All freshmen living in USC Housing residence halls/suites and apartments are required to have the Cardinal Meal Plan at a minimum.
Can visitors eat at USC dining hall?
Yes, all guests are welcome to eat at Parkside Grill, the USC Village Dining Hall at the USC Village and EVerybody's Kitchen. Dining dollars, meal swipes, discretionary, credit/debit cards are accepted.
Does USC have cafeteria?
Each residential community is anchored by an all-you-care to eat dining venue. Specific meal plan participants enjoy unlimited access to all three dining halls. Each offers a different culinary experience appealing to a variety of dining preferences and nutritional lifestyles of our diverse student population.
How much does food cost at USC?
University of Southern California USC is a private university in Los Angeles, Calif. with an undergraduate enrollment of 19,606 students in 2020. The standard meal plan for students living on campus, the Cardinal Plan, costs $3,315 per semester and offers a total of 361 meal swipes, valuing each meal at $9.18.
How good is the food at USC?
The food is good, but just expensive. Students living in university-owned housing are required to have a meal plan. We use our student IDs to swipe in. There are independent cafes around campus and the Tutor Campus Center (gathering of restaurants and cafes).
Where do USC students hang out?
For local entertainment, USC undergrads usually spend their Thursday through Saturday nights at 28th Street – a street packed with fraternity and sorority houses about two blocks away from campus, making up what students call “The Row”.
Can you live at USC Village?
Upperclassmen who continue living in USC Housing typically live in apartment-style buildings in the USC Village and adjacent areas. Housing is not guaranteed for juniors and seniors. In general, on-campus housing prices are higher than those off-campus, but they do include many features and amenities.
Do meal swipes carry over USC?
All Meal Swipes as part of the Cardinal, Cardinal Flex, Gold, and Apartment plans reset at the end of each semester and do not rollover. Meal Swipes as part of the Community 25 and 50 plans, do roll over from the Fall semester to the Spring semester and reset at the end of the school year.
Does USC have meal plans?
All meal plans are provided by Hospitality Services and administered by USCard Services. Residents of USC Housing will automatically be enrolled in a mandatory meal plan based on their university housing location and class standing.
Do freshmen have to purchase a meal plan at USC?
For the 2022-2023 academic year, all USC Housing's undergraduate residents will have required (mandatory) meal plans that can be used in the residential dining halls. Freshmen (First Years): All freshmen (first year) undergraduates will be assigned the default full meal plan (Cardinal Plan.)
Which UC have the best food?
UC San Diego was included in the list for its efforts to improve taste, nutrition and community through its dining programs, and initiatives that offer educational, food-centered events on campus.
Is the food at UC Berkeley good?
Quality of Food: 9/10. The highest-quality dining hall food at UC Berkeley. We can't quite figure out why, but all we know is that were grateful for it. Variety of Food Options: 6/10.
Does USC have a hospitality program?
In the MSHT program at USC, students will gain knowledge and skills related to service quality management, marketing, revenue management, human resource management, events, and tourism development in the hospitality and tourism industry.
Moreton Fig
Moreton Fig is a full service restaurant offering farm-to-table gourmet California cuisine, featuring a full bar with incredible California wine selections.
University Club
The University Club is a members only club and full-service restaurant.
Burger Crush (TCC)
Burger Crush is a homegrown take-out spot, offering classic fast food favorites like burgers, fries and thick frosty shakes.
Café Annenberg (ANN)
Italian inspired café serving coffee, gelato, pastries and sandwiches.
C&G Juice Co. (TCC)
C&G Juice Co. features smoothies, juices and acai bowls located at RTCC.
Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf (SCA)
Features deliciously made iced, hot and blended beverages as well as tasty snacks and pastries.
Fertitta Café (JFF)
The menu features bao, banh mi, dim sum, Asian salads, noodles, rice bowls and sushi.
How many meals do you need to have to be on the Cardinal meal plan at USC?
All freshmen living in USC Housing residence halls/suites and apartments are required to have the Cardinal Meal Plan at a minimum. This includes 19 meals per week for the Fall and Spring semester. Want $500 Dining Dollars? Upgrade to the Gold Plan.
When do USC dining dollars reset?
Dining Dollars as part of the Gold and Trojan meal plans reset at the end of each semester. Dining Dollars and swipes as part of the Community 25 and 50 meal plans do roll over from Fall into Spring and reset at the end of the school year. Dining Dollars may be used at any USC Hospitality location that does not serve alcohol.
What is Trojan meal plan?
Trojan Meal Plan. The Trojan plan offers the most flexibility because the entire plan is composed of Dining Dollars and works as a declining balance. For example, whether you purchase entry to EVK, a burrito bowl at Verde, or packaged snacks at Seeds Marketplace, the cost of the meal is deducted from your balance.
When do dining dollars end in 2021?
Please visit the USC Card website to purchase. Please note that Summer dining ends on August 12 , 2021 and Dining Dollars do not roll over into the Fall semester.
Can you use meal swipes outside of residential dining?
Meal Swipes. Swipes can be used in Residential Dining, as well as select Retail cafes offering a special “meal swipe” combo meal. The ability to use meal swipes outside of Residential Dining is a new feature of the Cardinal and Gold Plans and will add even more flexibility and variety to your meal plan.
Do graduate students need to purchase a meal plan?
Graduate students are not required to purchase a meal plan. If you exhaust the Apartment plan and decide that you want more meals, you can purchase a new Apartment plan, Community 25, or Community 50 plan when the meal swipes are depleted. Your unused Dining Dollar balance will reset at the end of the semester.
Is USC Village Dining Hall open?
The USC Village Dining Hall will be open during Spring Break 2022. Students will automatically be enrolled in a default Meal Plan through the USC Housing contracting process. Following this process, students who would like to upgrade to another meal plan may do so online via the USCARD SERVICES WEBSITE.
Campus Dining Hours
Our dining locations are open a variety of hours to meet your needs and cravings!
Mobile Ordering
Use the USC Campus Dining app and your food will be ready when you arrive.
The Heritage Scholarship
Simply make a qualifying purchase at one of our participating businesses on campus, and a portion of the proceeds will go to help a USC student in need.
USC Catering
Allow us to host your upcoming virtual event or bring the catering to you; we have multiple options to fit your needs.
Get Food Faster
The USC Campus Dining app is the easiest way to order, pay and pick up your favorite foods – right from your mobile device. Use our app to browse and order from 18 USC Campus Dining locations, and pay by credit card, USCard Discretionary, Dining Dollars or even Meal Swipes.
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Starters
- SOUP OF THE DAY BOWL 7 AHI TACOS 17 Ahi Tuna, Mango, Avocado, Sesame Aioli, Wonton, Cilantro Slaw, Sesame Seeds SPICE CRUSTED SHRIMP 18 Bell Peppers, Potatoes, Garlic Crostini, Garlic Butter, Parsley CRAB CAKE 18 Mango, Piquillo Pepper Relish, Citrus Gastrique, Classic Remoulade MARGHERITA FLAT BREAD 15 Roasted Garlic Naan Bread, Fresh Mozzarella, Tomat…
Salads
- 6oz Jidori Chicken Breast 5 • Harissa Tofu 4 3oz NY Steak 5 • 3 Jumbo Grilled Shrimp 6 • 7oz Salmon 8 MANDARIN CHICKEN SALAD 16 Napa Cabbage, Radicchio, Diced Free Range Chicken Breast, Mandarin Oranges, Carrots, Sliced Green Onions, Cilantro Leaves, Tri-Color Bell Peppers, Cashew Dust, Crispy Wontons, Peanut Dressing UCLUB CAESAR SALAD 15 Chopped Romaine H…
Sandwiches
- Choice of French Fries, Sweet Potato Fries, House-Made Potato Chips or Side Salad THE U BURGER 18 Cape Grim Grass-Fed Beef, Cheddar, Caramelized Onions, Boston Lettuce, Sliced Tomato, Remoulade, Potato Bun TURKEY CLUB 17 Roasted Free Range Turkey Breast, Peppered Bacon, Wild Rocket Arugula, Avocado, Tomato, Lemon Aioli, Toasted Sourdough TUNA MELT ...
Entrees
- MISO STEELHEAD SALMON 27 Turmeric Rice, Bok Choy, Confit Tomato, Mandarin Orange, Beurre Blanc ROASTED MARY’S HALF CHICKEN 22 Roasted Root Vegetables, Shallot Chervil Jus CAPE GRIM NY STEAK & FRITES 32 9oz Grass-Fed NY Steak, Pomme Frites with Garlic Herbs & Parmesan, Bordelaise Sauce VEGAN ENCHILADAS 20 Jackfruit, Roasted Corn, Black Beans, Veg…
Mocktails
- MINTY MANGO COOLER 5 Mango Puree, Mint Syrup and Club Soda RASPBERRY LEMONADE 5 Lemonade, Elder Flower Syrup and Rosemary
Beverages
- Lemonade 4 Raspberry Lemonade 4 Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, 4 Sparkling Water 4.5/8 Freshly Brewed Coffee 4 Cappuccino 6 Cafe Latte 6 Cafe Mocha 6 Vanilla Latte 6 Espresso 4 Mint Iced Green Tea 4 Hot Tea 4
Desserts
- LEMON MERINGUE TART 13 Berries, Blood Orange Crisp CHOCOLATE BRASILIA 13 Raspberry Coulis VANILLA BEAN ICE CREAM 11 Berries, Mint SEASONAL BREAD PUDDING 9 Berry Compote, Crème Anglaise, Whipped Cream SEASONAL BERRIES & CREAM 7 Vegan (V+) Vegetarian (V) Gluten Free (GF)