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Vegetarian, Vegan & Kosher

When dining in the commons, we like to recommend that those with vegan, vegetarian, or dietary restricted diets, meet with a Food Service Director or Chef to take a tour. This allows the customer to fully take advantage of all the offerings available. Often times, we find that customers are just not aware of the many options available, especially since the size of the dining commons is quite large. 

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Beginning in the 2009/2010 academic year, UCI Hospitality & Dining is proud to announce the addition of kosher meals to our Residential Dining program. Kosher meals will be available seven days a week upon request at Pippin Commons and Mesa Commons. Enjoy a full kosher menu including Egg and Cheese Breakfast Burritos, Southwest Veggie Wraps, Smoked Salmon Sandwiches, Spinach Feta Pasta Salad, Bagel, Roasted Chicken, and Pot Roast. Also featured are traditional dishes including Babaganoush, Hummus with Pita Chips, and Bagels with Lox. Kosher meals will be available for one deductions from your block meal plan, or the cash equivalent. Kosher meals must be ordered 48 hours in advance by emailing us at DiningOnTheRun@ucidining.com.


Click here to view an extensive list of vegan and vegetarian options provided by our Executive Chefs.

For questions or recommendations, please feel free to email UCI Dining at dining@uci.edu. To speak with an Executive Chef or Food Service Director, you may send your request via email, or call directly to the following locations:
   Mesa Commons: 949-824-2148
   Pippin Commons: 949-824-2168 

MESA COMMONS   
Everyday, vegetarian options are available at the following areas:
Click here for Mesa Commons Online Menu 
PIZZA
Cheese, Vegetable, or "Just Garlic"
PAN GEOS EXHIBITION STATION
Just say "Hold the meat, please!"

PANINI GRILL
Veggie option always available
FROM THE LINE
At least one entree, Sticky or Brown Rice, Fresh Vegetables
 Wraps & Sandwiches can be prepared vegetarian-style upon request
LA PALMA ROOM
Salad Bar, Deli Bar & One Vegetarian Soup Daily
CAPISTRANO & SILVERADO ROOMS
Salad Bar, Food Bars & One Vegetarian Soup Daily
FROM THE GRILL
Grilled Cheese, Rotation of Tofu, Boca, and Gardenburger
(Check the online menu!)

PIPPIN
Everyday
, vegetarian options are available at the following areas:

Click here for Pippin Online Menu
PIZZA
Cheese, Vegetable, or "Just Garlic"
MAIN ENTREES
At Least ONE Entree is Vegetarian or Vegan Daily
CENTER STAGE EXHIBITION STATIONS
Just say "Hold the meat, please!"
SELF-SERVE STATIONS
Salad Bar, Deli Bar & One Vegetarian Soup Daily
FROM THE GRILL
Grilled Cheese, Rotation of Tofu, Boca, and Gardenburger
(Check the online menu!)


If you would like assistance, please do not hesitate to ask a manager.

Looking for Vegan Options???
No problem! Look for the signs!
All menu signage indicate whether a food item is Vegetarian or Vegan.

Still not sure or can't find that delicious something to satisfy your appetite?
Just ask our Chef or Manager on duty, they'd be happy to help!