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Why is the availability of products changing in my café?

Due to the cumulative impact of the coronavirus, most companies are confronting labor shortages and many are also battling a scarcity of raw materials. This can mean that deliveries are delayed and/or certain foods and products such as your café’s standard to-go containers and disposable cutlery are temporarily unavailable. Bon Appétit’s on-site and corporate purchasing teams are working hard to source appropriate alternative products and secure adequate supplies in advance but you should expect last-minute menu changes or shifts in how to-go meals are packaged. If you have concerns about the availability of a particular product please contact Scott Zoellick: scott.zoellick@cafebonappetit.com

2023-2024 Dining Adventures & Meal Plans

We are excited to be able to welcome you to campus!

In the dining guide you’ll find all the details on where to eat, meal plans, FAQs, and other fun stuff we have happening on campus!

We look forward to serving you!
Sincerely, The Bon Appétit Team at Beloit College

The Commons

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Serving Lunch Til 1:30 pm

Breakfast Served from 7:15 am - 9:30 am
Lunch 11:00 am - 1:30 pm
Dinner 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Weekly Schedule

Breakfast Mon-Fri, 7:15 am - 9:30 am
Brunch Sat-Sun, 10:30 am - 2:00 pm
Lunch Mon-Fri, 11:00 am - 1:30 pm
Dinner Mon-Fri, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Dinner Sat-Sun, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Located on the main level in Chapin Hall, The Commons offers a variety of seasonal bowls, comfort foods, and fresh salads.

Breakfast

grate & griddle

scrambled eggs with peppers, onions, and mushrooms

wood & stone

chocolate, and oat milk-soaked oats with yogurt and Lamers Dairy heavy cream

SimplyOASIS

simply seasoned selection of fresh seasonal vegetables

steamed jasmine rice

avoiding gluten

fire roasted vegetables, cage-free egg baked golden brown and finished with fresh basil

leaves & greens

medley of fresh cantaloupe, honeydew melon, pineapple, and grapes

warm & soulful

choose from your favorite toppings and additions

SIDES: toasted coconut , brown sugar , craisins , raisins , chocolate chips , honey

grate & griddle

60 cal.

190 cal.

60 cal.

180 cal.

45 cal.

90 cal.

1 x 1 second spray

250 cal.

70 cal.

340 cal.

190 cal.

70 cal.

120 cal.

40 cal.

180 cal.

cereal bar

45 cal.

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420 cal.

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Fruit Whirls

110 cal.

140 cal.

110 cal.

170 cal.

10 cal.

45 cal.

120 cal.

waffle bar

80 cal.

300 cal.

0 cal.

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grate & griddle

180 cal.

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avoiding gluten

20 cal.

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460 cal.

190 cal.

bread & pickles

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toast & press

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360 cal.

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butter & sugar

270 cal.

420 cal.

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condiment bar

10 cal.

35 cal.

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Lunch

grate & griddle

marinated pork loin grilled with fresh herbs and garlic topped with blueberry compote

simply seasoned selection of fresh seasonal vegetables

wood & stone

Lamer's Dairy mozzarella and cheddar cheese, herbed pizza sauce, and fresh parsley

pork and turkey pepperoni | Lamer's Dairy mozzarella cheese | herbed pizza sauce | parmesan

fresh parsley, and parmesan cheese baked golden brown

near & far

halal chicken thighs, spiced with butter and Lamer's Dairy yogurt, toasted spices and fresh ginger

simply seasoned selection of fresh seasonal vegetables

SimplyOASIS

roasted butternut squash with cauliflower curry, braised tomato, and chickpeas

simply seasoned selection of fresh seasonal vegetables

steamed jasmine rice

avoiding gluten

braised chickpea with coconut milk, sweet potatoes and turmeric

SIDES: basmati rice

simply seasoned selection of fresh seasonal vegetables

leaves & greens

medley of fresh cantaloupe, honeydew melon, pineapple, and grapes

chopped romaine lettuce, creamy garlic caesar dressing with shredded parmesan cheese and toasted croutons

Celery seeds, carrots, sugar, red onions and mayo

Matzah, or matzo, is an unleavened flatbread that is part of Jewish cuisine and forms an integral element of the Passover festival, during which chametz is forbidden.

warm & soulful

Chicago Local Foods ground beef, braised kidney beans with tomatoes, onions and smoky spices

SIDES: diced yellow onion , shredded cheddar cheese , sour cream , oyster crackers

sweet and spicy bean medley with smoky bacon, sweet onions and brown sugar bbq rub

butter & sugar

cereal bar

45 cal.

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420 cal.

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120 cal.

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Fruit Whirls

110 cal.

140 cal.

110 cal.

170 cal.

10 cal.

45 cal.

120 cal.

waffle bar

80 cal.

300 cal.

0 cal.

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35 cal.

grate & griddle

180 cal.

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100 cal.

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avoiding gluten

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190 cal.

leaves & greens

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toast & press

130 cal.

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butter & sugar

240 cal.

270 cal.

200 cal.

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180 cal.

200 cal.

210 cal.

ice cream

150 cal.

160 cal.

50 cal.

20 cal.

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80 cal.

35 cal.

condiment bar

10 cal.

35 cal.

30 cal.

1 tsp

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Dinner

grate & griddle

grilled cheese with american cheese on toasted bread

cheddar cheese, mozzarella and chili paste with fresh parsley and garlic

simply seasoned selection of fresh seasonal vegetables

wood & stone

Lamer's Dairy mozzarella and cheddar cheese, herbed pizza sauce, and fresh parsley

pork and turkey pepperoni | Lamer's Dairy mozzarella cheese | herbed pizza sauce | parmesan

fresh parsley, and parmesan cheese baked golden brown

near & far

crispy fried halal chicken thighs marinated in yogurt, flour, chilis and curry spices

SIDES: ginger basmati rice , warm grilled naan

simply seasoned selection of fresh seasonal vegetables

SimplyOASIS

roasted butternut squash with cauliflower curry, braised tomato, and chickpeas

simply seasoned selection of fresh seasonal vegetables

steamed jasmine rice

avoiding gluten

braised chickpea with coconut milk, sweet potatoes and turmeric

SIDES: basmati rice

simply seasoned selection of fresh seasonal vegetables

leaves & greens

medley of fresh cantaloupe, honeydew melon, pineapple, and grapes

chopped romaine lettuce, creamy garlic caesar dressing with shredded parmesan cheese and toasted croutons

Matzah, or matzo, is an unleavened flatbread that is part of Jewish cuisine and forms an integral element of the Passover festival, during which chametz is forbidden.

warm & soulful

Chicago Local Foods ground beef, braised kidney beans with tomatoes, onions and smoky spices

SIDES: diced yellow onion , shredded cheddar cheese , sour cream , oyster crackers

cereal bar

45 cal.

40 cal.

50 cal.

60 cal.

70 cal.

120 cal.

130 cal.

100 cal.

110 cal.

190 cal.

110 cal.

420 cal.

70 cal.

90 cal.

120 cal.

0 cal.

90 cal.

140 cal.

Fruit Whirls

110 cal.

140 cal.

110 cal.

170 cal.

10 cal.

45 cal.

120 cal.

waffle bar

80 cal.

300 cal.

0 cal.

15 cal.

50 cal.

20 cal.

35 cal.

grate & griddle

180 cal.

40 cal.

100 cal.

1 each

70 cal.

130 cal.

210 cal.

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avoiding gluten

20 cal.

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460 cal.

190 cal.

leaves & greens

15 cal.

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toast & press

130 cal.

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160 cal.

35 cal.

butter & sugar

240 cal.

270 cal.

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210 cal.

180 cal.

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210 cal.

ice cream

150 cal.

160 cal.

50 cal.

20 cal.

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80 cal.

35 cal.

condiment bar

10 cal.

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Vegetarian

Vegan

Made without Gluten-Containing Ingredients

Halal

Farm to Fork

Humane

Organic

FOOD ALLERGIES

Serving Students with Food Allergies and Celiac Disease

The dining services team is well-trained in food allergy awareness and offer a number of options for students with food allergies and celiac disease. This includes communication about and modification to existing menu items, special preparation of menu items, and access to special products as agreed upon with students.

Daily menus for each café can be accessed at beloit-college.cafebonappetit.com. Menu items that are appropriate options for most students with celiac disease are labeled as “made without gluten-containing ingredients” and can be filtered to streamline searching using the dietary preferences filter. Top-9 allergens are included in menu names and/or descriptions whenever possible. For more on eating with a food allergy in our café, visit this page and view the guide on Food Allergies and Celiac Disease at Beloit College. Further questions about ingredients can be answered by our trained managers/chefs on-site.

Dining Without the Top-9

We understand that our guests with special dietary needs, albeit food allergies, celiac disease, lactose intolerance, or any other medically necessary diet simply want a safe place to make food choices, quickly. To allow guests to have readily available options that meet their needs, we offer SimplyOASIS — a destination in the café where all meals are prepared without the use of top-9 allergens plus gluten through the sole use of whole foods.

Avoiding Gluten?

The Commons offers a station dedicated to providing meals made without gluten-containing ingredients. The Avoiding Gluten station provides menu choices that are based on ingredients that are naturally gluten-free or are gluten-free alternatives to traditional options. At this station, food is prepared by a trained culinarian, in a separate area of the kitchen, and following specific procedures to minimize risk of cross-contact.

For questions about these services or to request food allergy accommodations, students should contact:

Scott Zoellick, General Manager
scott.zoellick@cafebonappetit.com
(608) 363-2574

Learning Enrichment and Disability Services
learning@beloit.edu
(608) 363-2572

Healthy Athletes in the Bon Appétit Kitchen

Pressure is high for competitive collegiate athletes — and it’s no secret that an athlete’s food choices affect their performance on and off the field. Bon Appétit’s Healthy Athletes in the Kitchen provides education to help student athletes bridge the gap between food choices and how to optimize sports performance and post-exercise recovery.

Click here to read more about eating for sports performance — both in and away from the café — with the ultimate goal of improving their athletic performance.

Stay Fresh

8 Kitchen Tips to Reduce Food Waste (and Save Money)

Tips for shopping and preparing food mindfully to help you from wasting food… and money.

Fennel Bulb and Frond Gratin

Not sure what to do with the fennel fronds? Use the full plant with this fennel gratin!

Incredibly Edible Stems

Many recipes for greens advise to de-stem before cooking, but we are breaking down the benefits of keeping them!

What are Emissions?

The food we eat every day is deeply connected to the environment, and its impact is profound: a third of all global greenhouse gas emissions can be linked to the food system. Learn more about the emissions in our food system.

11 Ways to Flip the Switch to Plants to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

Flipping the switch from animal- to plant-based food can make a sizable impact on your daily carbon footprint – even for just one day! We’ve come up with eleven easy and delicious plant-based food switches to reduce carbon emissions during all three meals.

We’re Flipping the Switch to Plants this Earth Day

Join us in flipping the switch to plants this Earth Day by considering climate-friendly alternatives throughout our cafés. We will be providing scorecards so guests have the chance to track carbon emissions saved over the course of the day to encourage long-term switches and reduce our collective and individual carbon footprint!

10 Ways to Boost Flavor and Nutrition with Plants in Your Kitchen

Keep these strategies in mind to get the most flavor and nutrition from your produce.

Parmesan Honey-Roasted Cauliflower Steaks

With a little prep and a lot of love, this cauliflower “steak” will steal the center of the plate.

Plants Are For Everyone

When it comes to eating plants, it’s not all or nothing, so choose what works for you!

Celebrating Progress and Recognizing Continued Struggles for Farmworkers’ Rights

These food labels give meaningful insight into how the farmworkers who picked your food.

Looking Back on Bon Appétit’s Decades of Support for Farmworkers’ Rights

We’re proud of our legacy of leveraging our purchasing power and voice to demand better livelihoods for farmworkers in the United States.

Fifty Cents and the Fight for Farmworkers’ Rights

Farmworkers are exempt from basic labor protections despite working an essential and dangerous job.

The Buzz: Multivitamins

Are multivitamins essential or leading your health astray?

Green Spinach and Ginger Smoothie

No green powders here – just fruits and vegetables that provide bright flavors, colors, and are full of nutrients.

Pills or Peas: Can The Foods We Eat Provide All Of The Nutrients That Our Bodies Need?

The benefits of getting your nutrients through whole foods versus supplements.

STUDENT GROUP PACK-OUT

Don’t have time to dine in the cafe? Do you have an offsite tournament or activity? We’ve got you covered! Place your order in advance for pack-out meals!

View the Pack-Out Order Form

treats from home

Send special treats such as fresh baked cookies, birthday cake, or personalized fortune cookies! Let someone special know that you care. | 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE MINIMUM

Order Treats From Home

Submit a Recipe!

Whether you’re a student with a favorite recipe you hope to see in the cafe, or a parent wanting to have your student’s favorite home-cooked recipe featured – send it in!

Who knows…YOUR recipe may be featured in the café!

Submit a Recipe From home

Eat Right — For You

Wellness

When it comes to wellness, Bon Appétit’s focus is on simple, delicious food — that happens to be good for you. To support long-term health, we are bringing more plants to menus every day in a craveable way, while emphasizing healthy cooking techniques. When healthy food tastes good, nourishing your body and mind becomes the easy choice.

Our wellness commitments

Food Allergies

We serve thousands of guests with food allergies and sensitivities safely in our cafés every day. Our chefs, managers, and dietitians work closely with our food-allergic guests to create reasonable solutions to help them eat what they love. If you have questions about eating for your dietary needs in our cafés, reach out to us: we’ll gladly meet with you.

Food allergies & sensitivities

Sustainability

Wellness also includes the health of the animals, the workers, the community, and the Earth. They’re all connected. Bon Appétit has been committed to “food service for a sustainable future” for decades, and we’ve led the food service industry in tackling many important issues, such as cage-free eggs, antibiotics in animal production, and farmworker rights.

Our sustainability commitments

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Common Questions

I’ve been trying to eat a healthier diet. Will I be able to find a healthy food choice in my café?

Can you tell me how many calories are in the foods in my café?

How will you handle my concerns about a food allergy?

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Scott Zoellick

General Manager

Telephone 608.363.2574
scott.zoellick@cafebonappetit.com
David Loper

Executive Chef
david.loper@cafebonappetit.com

Meet the team