Locations
Your Vanderbilt Meal Plan can be redeemed in a variety of locations, including residential dining halls, retail dining centers, on-campus cafés and Munchie Marts. See below for options and hours of operations.
Residential Dining Halls
Our residential dining halls are the key component of Vanderbilt’s award-winning Campus Dining program. Under the direction of Chef de Cuisine, Brian Cochrane, these dining halls offer the greatest variety, with full service meal offerings, multiple cuisines, with all-you-care-to-eat service. Meal components vary by cuisine, but all include an entree, sides, and a beverage.
All locations are open for continuous service, from 7am to 8pm. Students enrolled in the optional All-Access plan can swipe in and out of these locations as many times as they wish.
New this year, students can now enjoy contiunous service at the state-of-the-art dining facility at The Commons Center! Enjoy favorites including breakfast, Chef's Table, Magnolia & Co. Sandwiches, Mongolian and Pasta Fix with a salad bar and pastries!
The center is also the first LEED gold-certified (certification for its environmentally friendly construction) building in Nashville.
The Commons features The Dining Hall and Commons Munchie Mart.
FALL 2023 HOURS OF OPERATION
| DAY | BREAKFAST | LUNCH | DINNER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM |
| Tuesday | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM |
| Thursday | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM |
| Friday | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM |
| Saturday | 9:00AM-9:00PM | 9:00AM-9:00PM | 9:00AM-9:00PM |
| Sunday | 9:00AM-9:00PM | 9:00AM-9:00PM | 9:00AM-9:00PM |
New this year, students can now enjoy contiunous service at the state-of-the-art dining facility at E. Bronson Ingram Dining Hall! The state-of-the-art Residential Dining Hall offers a variety of selections from breakfast, Chef's Table, and Pho with a salad bar and pastries!
FALL 2023 HOURS OF OPERATION
| DAY | BREAKFAST | LUNCH | DINNER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM |
| Tuesday | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM |
| Thursday | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM |
| Friday | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM |
| Saturday | 9:00AM-9:00PM | 9:00AM-9:00PM | 9:00AM-9:00PM |
| Sunday | 9:00AM-9:00PM | 9:00AM-9:00PM | 9:00AM-9:00PM |
New this year, students can now enjoy contiunous service at the state-of-the-art dining facility at The Nicholas S. Zeppos Dining Hall! Zeppos Dining hall offers continental breakfast options, freshly made sandwiches for lunch, and crafted flatbreads for dinner!
FALL 2023 HOURS OF OPERATION
| DAY | BREAKFAST | LUNCH | DINNER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM |
| Tuesday | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM |
| Thursday | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM |
| Friday | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM |
| Saturday | 9:00AM-9:00PM | 9:00AM-9:00PM | 9:00AM-9:00PM |
| Sunday | 9:00AM-9:00PM | 9:00AM-9:00PM | 9:00AM-9:00PM |
Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, plus brunch on weekends, Rothschild is Vanderbilt's newest dining hall. Options include a rotation of campus favorites inlcuding Italian, South Asisan, Gourmet Grille, and Home Grown - featuring fresh and locally-sourced ingredients.
FALL 2023 HOURS OF OPERATION
| DAY | BREAKFAST | LUNCH | DINNER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM |
| Tuesday | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM |
| Thursday | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM |
| Friday | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM | 7:00AM-9:00PM |
| Saturday | 9:00AM-9:00PM | 9:00AM-9:00PM | 9:00AM-9:00PM |
| Sunday | 9:00AM-9:00PM | 9:00AM-9:00PM | 9:00AM-9:00PM |
Please note that this dining location may use peanuts and/or treenuts in menu items.
Retail Dining
Retail locations offer a variety of a la carte options, and meals consist of a combination of entrees, side(s) and a drink. Options vary by location; retail outlets include the bustling lunch favorite Rand Dining Center, Munchie Marts, and cafés.
Students enrolled in the optional All-Access plan can swipe once per day at any retail location, in addition to enjoying unlimited visits in Residential dining halls.
2301 is our Allergen Free platform located inside the Rand Dining Center. This platform is Certified Free From the top 9 allergens: wheat, dairy, egg, soy, peanuts, treenuts, fish and shellfish. Here you can find tasty sautee bowls, salads, smoothies and other allergen free treats!
FALL 2023 HOURS OF OPERATION
| DAY | BREAKFAST | LUNCH | DINNER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 7:00AM-10:00AM | 11:00AM-3:00PM | 4:30PM-9:00PM |
| Tuesday | 7:00AM-10:00AM | 11:00AM-3:00PM | 4:30PM-9:00PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00AM-10:00AM | 11:00AM-3:00PM | 4:30PM-9:00PM |
| Thursday | 7:00AM-10:00AM | 11:00AM-3:00PM | 4:30PM-8:00PM |
| Friday | 7:00AM-10:00AM | 11:00AM-3:00PM | CLOSED |
| Saturday | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED |
| Sunday | CLOSED | CLOSED | 4:30PM-9:00PM |
Kissam Kitchen, located at the Kissam Center, the hub for Warren and Moore College Halls, offers acai bowls for breakfast and gluten free salads and poké bowls for lunch with a classic meat-n-three option for dinner!
FALL 2023 HOURS OF OPERATION
| DAY | BREAKFAST | LUNCH | DINNER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 7:00AM-10:00AM | 11:00AM-2:00PM | 4:30PM-9:00PM |
| Tuesday | 7:00AM-10:00AM | 11:00AM-2:00PM | 4:30PM-9:00PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00AM-10:00AM | 11:00AM-2:00PM | 4:30PM-9:00PM |
| Thursday | 7:00AM-10:00AM | 11:00AM-2:00PM | 4:30PM-9:00PM |
| Friday | 7:00AM-10:00AM | 11:00AM-2:00PM | 4:30PM-9:00PM |
| Saturday | closed | 10:00AM-2:00PM | 4:30PM-9:00PM |
| Sunday | 10:00AM-2:00PM | 10:00AM-2:00PM | 4:30PM-8:00PM |
Rand Dining Center is the go-to lunch spot for Vanderbilt's main campus. Its wide selection of dishes offered include breakfast, Taqueria, Mediterranean, smoothies, Chicken Shack and Randwich with a salad bar and pastries! Of course, Rand Dining Center is also home to the famous Rand Cookie!
FALL 2023 HOURS OF OPERATION
| DAY | BREAKFAST | LUNCH | DINNER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 7:00AM-11:00AM | 11:00AM-3:00PM | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | 7:00AM-11:00AM | 11:00AM-3:00PM | CLOSED |
| Wednesday | 7:00AM-11:00AM | 11:00AM-3:00PM | CLOSED |
| Thursday | 7:00AM-11:00AM | 11:00AM-3:00PM | CLOSED |
| Friday | 7:00AM-11:00AM | 11:00AM-3:00PM | CLOSED |
| Saturday | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED |
| Sunday | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED |
Returning this fall, enjoy a The Pub at Overcup Oak! Swing by every weeknight for all your Pub favorites, including chicken tenders, burgers, and milkshakes! Don't want to wait? Order your meal on the GET app ion your way in and arrive when it's hot and ready.
| DAY | BREAKFAST | LUNCH | DINNER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | CLOSED | 11:00AM-3:00PM | 3:00PM-9:00PM |
| Tuesday | CLOSED | 11:00AM-3:00PM | 3:00PM-9:00PM |
| Wednesday | CLOSED | 11:00AM-3:00PM | 3:00PM-9:00PM |
| Thursday | CLOSED | 11:00AM-3:00PM | 3:00PM-9:00PM |
| Friday | CLOSED | 11:00AM-3:00PM | CLOSED |
| Saturday | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED |
| Sunday | CLOSED | CLOSED | 3:00PM-9:00PM |
Cafés
At our cafés across campus, you will find a selection of Grab & Go meals varying from sandwiches and wraps, to sushi and fresh handcrafted bowls.
Grins Vegetarian Cafe in the Schulman Center for Jewish Life offers vegetarian wraps, salads, paninis, and baked goods with a Kosher-certified kitchen.
http://www.bongojava.com/grins/about/
FALL 2023 HOURS OF OPERATION
| DAY | BREAKFAST | LUNCH | DINNER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 11:00AM-6:30PM | 11:00AM-6:30PM | 11:00AM-6:30PM |
| Tuesday | 11:00AM-6:30PM | 11:00AM-6:30PM | 11:00AM-6:30PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00AM-6:30PM | 11:00AM-6:30PM | 11:00AM-6:30PM |
| Thursday | 11:00AM-6:30PM | 11:00AM-6:30PM | 11:00AM-6:30PM |
| Friday | 11:00AM-2:30PM | 11:00AM-2:30PM | 11:00AM-2:30PM |
| Saturday | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED |
| Sunday | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED |
Now located at Alumni Café in the Graduate School, Local Java serves locally-roasted Frothy Monkey coffee and tea. This location accepts Meal Money, Commodore Cash, and credit/debit cards.
SPRING 2023 HOURS OF OPERATION
| DAY | BREAKFAST | LUNCH | DINNER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 7:00AM-4:00PM | 7:00AM-4:00PM | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | 7:00AM-4:00PM | 7:00AM-4:00PM | CLOSED |
| Wednesday | 7:00AM-4:00PM | 7:00AM-4:00PM | CLOSED |
| Thursday | 7:00AM-4:00PM | 7:00AM-4:00PM | CLOSED |
| Friday | 7:00AM-4:00PM | 7:00AM-4:00PM | CLOSED |
| Saturday | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED |
| Sunday | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED |
Suzie's Cafe at Blair School of Music offers Grab and Go meals consisting of coffee, breakfast foods, sandwiches, wraps and more.
FALL 2023 HOURS OF OPERATION
| DAY | BREAKFAST | LUNCH | DINNER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 8:00AM-2:30PM | 8:00AM-2:30PM | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | 8:00AM-2:30PM | 8:00AM-2:30PM | CLOSED |
| Wednesday | 8:00AM-2:30PM | 8:00AM-2:30PM | CLOSED |
| Thursday | 8:00AM-2:30PM | 8:00AM-2:30PM | CLOSED |
| Friday | 8:00AM-2:30PM | 8:00AM-2:30PM | CLOSED |
| Saturday | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED |
| Sunday | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED |
Suzie's Cafe at Featheringill offers Grab and Go meals consisting of coffee, breakfast foods, sandwiches, wraps and more.
FALL 2023 HOURS OF OPERATION
| DAY | BREAKFAST | LUNCH | DINNER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 8:00AM-2:30PM | 8:00AM-2:30PM | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | 8:00AM-2:30PM | 8:00AM-2:30PM | CLOSED |
| Wednesday | 8:00AM-2:30PM | 8:00AM-2:30PM | CLOSED |
| Thursday | 8:00AM-2:30PM | 8:00AM-2:30PM | CLOSED |
| Friday | 8:00AM-2:30PM | 8:00AM-2:30PM | CLOSED |
| Saturday | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED |
| Sunday | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED |
Suzie's Cafe at MRB III offers Grab and Go meals consisting of coffee, breakfast foods, sandwiches, wraps and more.
FALL 2023 HOURS OF OPERATION
| DAY | BREAKFAST | LUNCH | DINNER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 8:00AM-4:30PM | 8:00AM--4:30PM | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | 8:00AM-4:30PM | 8:00AM--4:30PM | CLOSED |
| Wednesday | 8:00AM-4:30PM | 8:00AM--4:30PM | CLOSED |
| Thursday | 8:00AM-4:30PM | 8:00AM--4:30PM | CLOSED |
| Friday | 8:00AM-4:30PM | 8:00AM--4:30PM | CLOSED |
| Saturday | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED |
| Sunday | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED |
Suzie's at Central Library / Food for Thought Cafe offers Grab and Go meals consisting of coffee, breakfast foods, sandwiches, wraps and more.
FALL 2023 HOURS OF OPERATION
| DAY | BREAKFAST | LUNCH | DINNER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 8:00AM-7:00PM | 8:00AM-7:00PM | 8:00AM-7:00PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00AM-7:00PM | 8:00AM-7:00PM | 8:00AM-7:00PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00AM-7:00PM | 8:00AM-7:00PM | 8:00AM-7:00PM |
| Thursday | 8:00AM-7:00PM | 8:00AM-7:00PM | 8:00AM-7:00PM |
| Friday | 8:00AM-3:00PM | 8:00AM-3:00PM | CLOSED |
| Saturday | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED |
| Sunday | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED |
Markets & Grab and Go
Munchie Mart Meals include a a healthy selection of convenient fresh grab-and-go and pre-packed options, designed to fit most dietary preferences and lifestyles.
Munchie Marts offer a selection of fresh meal swipe options, including sandwiches, salads, wraps, and fresh plates, plus an assortment of sides and beverages. In addition to prepared meal swipe options, students may also purchase a market basket with fruits and vegetables, and pantry items like pasta and beans. Looking for a quick snack or convenience item? Candy, snacks, drinks, and more are also available for purchase using Meal Money, Commodore Cash, or credit/debit cards.
Branscomb Munchie offers a selection of fresh meal swipe options, including sandwiches, salads, wraps, and fresh plates, plus an assortment of sides and beverages. Snacks, candy, and other convenience items are available for purchase using Meal Money, Commodore Cash, or credit/debit cards.
SPRING 2022 HOURS OF OPERATION
| DAY | BREAKFAST | LUNCH | DINNER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM |
| Tuesday | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:30AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM |
| Wednesday | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM |
| Thursday | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM |
| Friday | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM |
| Saturday | 9:00AM-12:00AM | 9:00AM-12:00AM | 9:00AM-12:00AM |
| Sunday | 9:00AM-12:00AM | 9:00AM-12:00AM | 9:00AM-12:00AM |
Commons Munchie offers a selection of fresh meal swipe options, including sandwiches, salads, wraps, and fresh plates, plus an assortment of sides and beverages. Snacks, candy, and other convenience items are available for purchase using Meal Money, Commodore Cash, or credit/debit cards.
FALL 2023 HOURS OF OPERATION
| DAY | BREAKFAST | LUNCH | DINNER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 7:00AM-12:00PM | 7:00AM-12:00PM | 7:00AM-12:00PM |
| Tuesday | 7:00AM-12:00PM | 7:00AM-12:00PM | 7:00AM-12:00PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00AM-12:00PM | 7:00AM-12:00PM | 7:00AM-12:00PM |
| Thursday | 7:00AM-12:00PM | 7:00AM-12:00PM | 7:00AM-12:00PM |
| Friday | 7:00AM-11:00PM | 7:00AM-11:00PM | 7:00AM-11:00PM |
| Saturday | 9:00AM-11:00PM | 9:00AM-11:00PM | 9:00AM-11:00PM |
| Sunday | 9:00AM-12:00PM | 9:00AM-12:00PM | 9:00AM-12:00PM |
Highland Munchie offers a selection of fresh meal swipe options, including sandwiches, salads, wraps, and fresh plates, plus an assortment of sides and beverages. Snacks, candy, and other convenience items are available for purchase using Meal Money, Commodore Cash, or credit/debit cards.
Highland Munchie Mart is also home to Wasabi- a sushi platform that's made fresh daily.
FALL 2023 HOURS OF OPERATION
| DAY | BREAKFAST | LUNCH | DINNER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM |
| Tuesday | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM |
| Wednesday | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM |
| Thursday | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM |
| Friday | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM |
| Saturday | 9:00AM-12:00AM | 9:00AM-12:00AM | 9:00AM-12:00AM |
| Sunday | 9:00AM-12:00AM | 9:00AM-12:00AM | 9:00AM-12:00AM |
Kissam Munchie offers a selection of fresh meal swipe options, including sandwiches, salads, wraps, and fresh plates, plus an assortment of sides and beverages. Snacks, candy, and other convenience items are available for purchase using Meal Money, Commodore Cash, or credit/debit cards.
FALL 2023 HOURS OF OPERATION
| DAY | BREAKFAST | LUNCH | DINNER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM |
| Tuesday | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM |
| Wednesday | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM |
| Thursday | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM |
| Friday | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM | 7:00AM-12:00AM |
| Saturday | 9:00AM-12:00AM | 9:00AM-12:00AM | 9:00AM-12:00AM |
| Sunday | 9:00AM-12:00AM | 9:00AM-12:00AM | 9:00AM-12:00AM |
The Rand Munchie offers a selection of fresh meal swipe options, including sandwiches, salads, wraps, and fresh plates, plus an assortment of sides and beverages. Snacks, candy, and other convenience items are available for purchase using Meal Money, Commodore Cash, or credit/debit cards.
SPRING 2022 HOURS OF OPERATION
| DAY | BREAKFAST | LUNCH | DINNER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 8:00AM-4:00PM | 8:00AM-4:00PM | 8:00AM-4:00PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00AM-4:00PM | 8:00AM-4:00PM | 8:00AM-4:00PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00AM-4:00PM | 8:00AM-4:00PM | 8:00AM-4:00PM |
| Thursday | 8:00AM-4:00PM | 8:00AM-4:00PM | 8:00AM-4:00PM |
| Friday | 8:00AM-4:00PM | 8:00AM-4:00PM | 8:00AM-4:00PM |
| Saturday | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED |
| Sunday | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED |