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Dining

Whether it’s pub food, a nice salad, pizza, soup, or a good cup of coffee, Sodexo Dining Services at Utica University has you covered.

Dining and beverage options on campus include the immense variety and selection of the recently renovated Dining Commons(located on the second floor of Strebel Student Center and offering American entrees, ethnically inspired foods, vegetarian selections, and more!), as well as the Pioneer Pub(homemade pizza, Subway, made to order entrees, ice cold favorites, and live entertainment on the first floor of Strebel Student Center), Le Bistro(located in Gordon Science Center and offering sandwiches, soups, salads, desserts, and Starbucks coffee), Common Grounds(located in the Gannett Library and offering gourmet sandwiches, salads, soups, pastries and Utica Coffee), and Trax Snax(located in North Hall and featuring beverages, grocery items, frozen foods, along with grab and go sandwiches and salads).

Dining Services at Utica University can also provide specialty services that includes campus catering, bag lunches, birthday services with a personalized cake, meals for students who are ill, and the preparation of doctor-approved special diets. Arrangements for any of the above services may be made at the Office of Campus Dining Services.

Utica’s Dining Commons underwent a $4 million overhaul this summer, with help from Sodexo and Connor Architecture.

Along with new tables, chairs, TVs and couches, the space, located on the second floor of the Strebel Student Center, features remodeled dining stations, offering everything from pizza and pasta to Asian entrees prepared in a wok. Each station is named after a meaningful aspect of Utica College lore.

On July 29, 1946, Phyllis Sherman and Frank Cissi, both of Utica, became the first Utica University students to register for classes

A signature gathering spot on Utica University’s original Oneida Square campus, the intersection of Hart and Plant Streets helped foster the sense of community that has defined Utica throughout its history.

Most of Utica’s longest-standing traditions were originally conceived by students. In 1952, members of the student body adopted the team name “Pioneers,” replacing “Tangerines.”

Each fall, the Utica University community celebrates Homecoming, a time when students, alumni, faculty, staff, parents, and friends come together to show school pride.

Utica University was founded in 1946, on the heels of the GI Bill of Rights, to meet the educational needs of returning World War II veterans.

In its early days, Utica was known as “Curbstone College” because, as Dr. Virgil Crisafulli described in Reflections: The Early Years of Utica University, “so much student counseling took place literally on the street.”

Common Grounds proudly serves delicious coffee from our local partner, Utica Roasters. Choose from your favorite blended drinks, Salada Tea and espresso drinks.

The Pioneer Cafe is your grab and go one stop shop! Food options include a full-service grill specializing in local craft burgers, chicken sandwiches and plenty of appetizers.

Trax Snax is your one stop shop for grab and go snacks and convenience items. Now Available: Made to Order York Street sandwiches! Whether you're craving a wrap, panini or sub, after hours, look no further than the Trax store!

Tres Habaneros brings fired up flavor to campus with fully customizable burritos, tacos, quesadillas, enchiladas, rice bowls, and salads. Customize them with your favorite toppings and add a little extra spice to your life. Enjoy this new dining destination located in The Pioneer Cafe. Meal plan holders- enjoy the benefits of saving time and money with your declining balance points.

If specialty coffee is what you desire, stop over to Le Bistro featuring our We Proudly Brew Starbucks Coffee. Familiar Starbucks specialties include Caramel Macchiatos, Café Mochas, Café Lattes and Iced Coffees. You will also find fresh pizza, homemade soups and stews, ready-made York Street Market sandwiches and salads, gourmet desserts and more. Relax and recharge between classes.

The Pioneer Pub specializes in local craft beer, wine and specialty drinks. Also, check out our new bar menu! Pork Sliders, Fried Pickles, Homemade Chips and much much more!!! See you there!

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Sodexo Dining Services

Tasteful Renovations

Utica’s Dining Commons underwent a $4 million overhaul this summer, with help from Sodexo and Connor Architecture.

A Taste of Utica, Now on Campus

Common Grounds café in the Frank E. Gannett Library now offers snacks and beverages from two local favorites: Utica Coffee Roasting Company and Holland Farms.