In collaboration with Anderson University, we offer a wide range of flexible meal plans, designed for convenience and to fit every student’s needs. Explore our diverse dining locations, each offering innovative concepts and a full spectrum of culinary delights – from time-honored favorites to international flavors that will transport your taste buds. We can’t wait to serve you and help make your semester unforgettable, filled with good food and great memories.

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Dining & Retail Locations

The Culinary Center, on the lower level of the Student Center, offers all-you-can-eat meals, including homestyle and international options, a deli, and a pizza. It has lively and quiet dining areas as well as allergen-free and plant-based choices.

Breakfast
Monday – Friday | 7:00 AM- 9:30 PM
Lunch Monday – Friday | 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM & Saturday | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Dinner
Monday – Thursday | 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM & Friday – Sunday | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Sunday Brunch | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

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SMOKE & FIRE
is true to its name – a contemporary venue where students enjoy the delicious aroma and warm colors of homemade meals being prepared right before their eyes.

THE CARVERY
Freshness is infused throughout The Carvery. Our meat selections are freshly roasted or smoked and sliced in house, creating a fresh taste and aroma that makes each sandwich special.

TRATTORIA
Our contemporary and authentic culinary creations are created fresh with housemade pasta, dough and our own signature sauces. Our commitment to authenticity and quality is evident as our culinarians prepare our delicious pasta and pizza creations in plain view. You will taste the difference!

ROOTS
Focusing on whole, unrefined, or minimally refined plants, we incorporate a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, tubers, whole grains, and legumes in our recipes. Additionally we exclude or minimize animal proteins, dairy products and eggs, as well as highly refined foods like bleached flour, refined sugar and oil.

NUTRIBAR
From traditional favorites to exotic produce and toppings, we provide everything needed to create a salad masterpiece. Our team prepares unique composed and grain-based salads inspired by recipes from around the world, as well as offering traditional favorites. Enjoy specialty salads and features including ethnic offerings like paella and couscous salads, plus pasta, bean, lentil and rice salads.

ANDERSON BAKE SHOPPE
You will see our commitment to fresh preparation extends throughout our program - right to our handcrafted dessert specialties. To enhance the experience, we bring our baking out front with an open kitchen environment. Students will see first hand the careful crafting of our specialty selections. All of our tempting items are professionally merchandised to give our venue the look and feel of an upscale bakery.

CREATIONS
Create your breakfast favorites any time of day! We provide the cooking equipment that allows students to create a waffle to their liking, with an array of fresh fruit toppings, nuts, syrups and more.They also can mix a special yogurt creation and we provide so many different add-ins that they can always design something new. Students also can enjoy a variety of their favorite cereals, can select from our fresh-from-the bakery cinnamon rolls, muffins, pastries, bagels, croissants, and assorted breads.

CLARITY
Clarity meets the needs of our guests who have food intolerances by delivering an array of culinary creations that are free from common allergens, from self-contained food preparation to isolated storage spaces. From specialty gluten sensitive pasta options to hearty soup selections, Clarity provides a worry-free environment to enjoy your favorites!

FUSION
A delightful combination of wellness and culinary creativity. With our extensive AVI Fresh equipment, our menu represents a global crossroads with creative features from a variety of ethnic cuisines. Enjoy an array of international themes, including Asian ,Mediterranean, Latin American and more.

Retail Venues Across Campus

Heritage Kosher Kitchen

Books & Bean, on the lower level of the Thrift Library, serves Starbucks coffee, espresso, teas, pastries, and sandwiches, with healthy bowl-based meals from the Fresh Collection available at lunchtime.

Monday - Friday | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday | CLOSED
Sunday | 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Sky Bar

Delicious and juicy chicken sandwiches, crispy chicken nuggets and tasty signature waffle fries are available!

Monday-Saturday | 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday | Closed

Chronicles Cafe, on the main level of the student center, offers hand-crafted coffee, pastries, Bronx bagels, Boar's Head sandwiches, and grab-and-go options like salads and bottled beverages.Featuring handcrafted beverages, breakfast options, pastries and made to order deli selections.

Monday - Friday | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Sunday | 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

TROY's
Located at the Athletic Campus, Troy's Serves burritos and bowls, with a menu that rotates seasonally.

Monday - Thursday | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM & 5:00 PM -7:00 PM
Friday | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Mobile Food trailer focuses on burgers and melt sandwiches, will offer pop up specials and season favorites!

Monday - Friday | 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday | 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Meal Exchange Hours
Breakfast 7:00 AM - 9:30 AM | Lunch 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM | Dinner 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

The perfect quick stop for snacks, coffee, soda, and more!
Located at:
107 Trojan Lane
Anderson, SC 29621

Open 24/7

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STUDENT Dining & Meal Plans | 2025-2026

In collaboration with the university, we offer a wide range of flexible meal plans, designed for convenience and to fit every student’s needs. Explore our diverse dining locations, each offering innovative concepts and a full spectrum of culinary delights – from time-honored favorites to international flavors that will transport your taste buds.

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Faculty & Staff Meal Plan | 2025-2026

*Faculty and Staff meal swipes roll from Fall to Spring semester. All meal swipes expire at the end of Spring semester.

Purchase Meal Plans

Meal Swipes

Meal Swipes are deposited onto your card at the beginning of the semester and can be used until the end of the semester. If you have depleted your Meal Swipes, you may purchase meals with another form of payment. Meal Swipe exchanges are available in all of our retail locations, limitations may apply.

Debit Dollars

Debit Dollars works like a prepaid debit card that allows you to make purchases at any dining location. To add Debit Dollars to your account visit the meal plan office on the ground floor of the Student Center. Debit Dollars may be added in any amount.

Food Allergens and Preferences

The student can meet with the dietitian and Chef Manager of their dining hall of choice to learn how to safely navigate the dining locations and discuss appropriate dining options. The student is responsible for communicating any questions or concerns to the Chef Managers or dining supervisors in the dining facilities. We always recommend personal interaction with our management staff to obtain the most accurate information at the time of meal service.

GLUTEN SENSITIVE
All students with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity must meet with the dietitian and the Chef Manager in the dining facilities most frequently visited.