Places to Eat
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Campus Establishments
The Arbor - Located in the center of campus and across from the library, the Arbor has snacks, sandwiches, salads, candy, fresh-baked goods, coffee and espresso beverages. The Arbor is also home to a Woodstock's pizza and a Subway sandwich store.
Chilitos Express - There are two Chilitos Express carts on campus. One is located next to the Arbor, the other in front of Webb Hall. Both carts offer original fresh-Mex food.
Coffee Carts - There are three coffee/espresso carts on campus. One is at the Buchanan Store, Nic's Too is located at the east entrance of the Engineering I building, and Nic's Northwest is located under the arch of the Humanities building. All carts serve a variety of gourmet coffee, espresso drinks, bakery specialties, hot chocolate and teas.
Coral Tree Cafe - Located between North Hall and Cheadle Hall, the Coral Tree Cafe serves breakfast, grilled sandwiches, packaged sandwiches, salads and cafeteria-style meals. The Coral Tree Cafe also serves an assortment of fresh brewed coffees, espresso drinks, blended coffee drinks and baked goods.
The Courtyard Cafe - The Cafe at Nanosystems serves breakfast and lunch, gourmet deli sandwiches,wraps, grilled items, coffee and espresso, and crepes made-to-order. The Cafe is also home to Rice Garden, a quick service Asian food concept.
Die Bretzel - Across from the Arbor trailer, the Die Bretzel cart offers a variety of German sausage sandwiches, sauerkraut, fresh-baked pretzels, and beverages.
University Center (UCen)
The University Center Dining Service operates dining facilities inside the UCen and across campus. UCen facilities include:
Nicoletti's - gourmet coffee house, bakery goods, and panini sandwiches
I wish I had known about the new eatery, the Courtyard Cafe, located on the east side of campus near Engineering.
Wendy's - burgers, fries, chili, and salads
Panda Express - Mandarin-style Chinese cuisine
Chilitos - Mexican cuisine
Gaucho Deli & Cafe - Greek and Italian sandwiches, soups, and salads
Romaine's - soup and salad bar, breadsticks
Paterno - pizza and pasta, lots of organic choices
Jamba Juice - fresh squeezed juices, smoothies and baked goods
Corner Store - a convenience store selling bulk candy and nuts, packaged sandwiches and salads, candy, chips, cold beverages, and ice cream novelties.
UCen Dining Services also provides catering services within the UCen or on campus. For catering information, call 893-2465. For additional information on dining services, call 893-3773.
Faculty Club
The Faculty Club, a fine dining restaurant located on the lagoon next to San Rafael Residence Hall, has several job opportunities for students: lunch and catering, waitstaff, dining room hosts, front office receptionists, and bartenders. Applications are available at The Faculty Club, Bldg. 581; 893-3096.
Isla Vista Food Co-op
2005 Green Award Winning Business
Food For People, Not For Profit! Established in 1972 by UCSB students and local activists, the I.V. Food Co-op is Isla Vista's community owned and member controlled natural foods store. If a healthy and organic lifestyle is what you seek, the co-op is a great resource: we cater to vegan, vegetarian, raw, kosher, gluten-free, and other special diets! Come to the co-op for locally grown organic produce, an enormous bulk foods section, natural health and beauty care products, independently published books and cookbooks, organic cotton clothing, fresh sandwiches made daily, and much more! You don't have to be a member to shop, but anyone can join and receive special member-owner benefits. The co-op is located at 6575 Seville Road in Isla Vista, open every day from 9am-10pm 968-1401.
Restaurants in Isla Vista
Isla Vista (IV) has numerous eateries to choose from. Most of these establishments cater to student lifestyles, which makes grabbing a bite to eat in IV fast and inexpensive.
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