
Dining 101
We’re committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive dining experience for all. We follow Vermont Department of Health regulations and align with UVM’s Our Common Ground values to ensure our operations reflect care, respect, and responsibility. For more information, visit our FAQ Page for answers to common questions.
Dining Hall Access & Payment Options
Click Enter to see the detailsOur all-you-care-to-eat dining halls include: Central Campus Dining, Athletic Dining (Formerly known as Harris Millis Dining), Northside Dining, and Redstone Dining
These locations accept: Meals (from your dining plan), Retail Points, CAT$cratch, Credit/Debit Cards, (Note: Cash is not accepted in dining halls) Dining halls are available for dine-in or EcoWare to-go meals.
Midday Closures (between lunch and dinner):
- Central Campus Dining: 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
- Athletic Dining: 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
- Northside Dining: Monday-Thursday 2:00PM - 4:30PM
- Redstone Dining: 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
2026/27 Door Prices are:
- Breakfast: $8.25
- Lunch/Brunch: $11.05
- Dinner: $13.60
Retail Locations & Payment Options
Click Enter to see the detailsRetail locations accept: Retail Points CAT$cratch Credit/Debit Cards, Cash (only at Given Bistro and The Marketplace).
Dining Plan Changes: Students may switch dining plans during the first two weeks of each semester. Learn more about your Dining Plan Options.
Retail Points & Discounts: Running low on Retail Points? You can add more anytime through our Shop.
- Bonus: Additional Retail Points receive a 10% discount at the register when used at any UVM Dining retail location, including: Campus Perk, Cyber Café, Given Bistro, Redstone Market, The Marketplace, University Marche, UVM Dairy Bar, Waterman Market, or Waterman Manor
- Unused Retail Points roll over semester to semester as long as you're enrolled at UVM.
Meal Exchange (On-Campus Meal Plan Holders Only)
Click Enter to see the detailsAllows two Meal Swipes per week at select retail locations for designated items see below.
The Marketplace 2nd Floor of The Davis Center:
- Monday - Friday: 8:00AM-10:30AM
- Bagel & Schmear, Whole Fruit, and Small Coffee, Small Tea, or Orange Juice (10oz)
Green Roof Deli 2nd Floor of The Davis Center:
- Monday - Thursday: 10:30AM-7:00PM | Friday: 10:30AM - 4:30PM
- 6 inch Sandwich, Side, and Canned Beverage
Green Roof Greens 2nd Floor of The Davis Center:
- Monday - Friday: 11:00AM-4:00PM
- Entrée Salad and Canned Beverage
Toast The University Marché:
- Monday - Friday: 11:00AM-3:00PM
- 6 inch Sandwich, Side, and Canned Beverage
Picante The University Marché:
- Monday - Friday: 4:00PM - 8:00PM
- Burrito or Burrito Bowl, Side, and Canned Beverage
Neapolitan The University Marché:
- Monday - Friday: 12:00PM-8:00PM
- Pizza & Fountain Beverage
Jamal's Chicken 1st Floor of The Davis Center
- Monday - Friday: 7:00PM - Close
- Offer Coming Soon
Halal Shack 1st Floor of The Davis Center
- Monday - Friday: 7:00PM - Close
- Offer Coming Soon
Meal Swipes reset every Monday; they do not roll over
Guest Meals & Block Meals not accepted
Transact Mobile Ordering App
Click Enter to see the detailsUse the Transact App to check menus, view hours of operation, and save time by ordering ahead!
Please note ordering at select retail locations can only be done through the app.
Get started in three easy steps:
- Download the new Transact Mobile Ordering App from the App Store, or the Google Play Store.
- Select The University of Vermont in the app
- Login using your UVM NetID to link your meal plan
It's that simple! Make sure to download the app and start using today!
Dining Etiquette & Policies
Click Enter to see the detailsThank you for helping us maintain safe and respectful dining spaces.
- Your CATcard is for your use only—please don’t share it.
- You must be able to present your CATcard for entry to the Dining Halls. Your 95 number is not a valid form of identification.
- You can only swipe into the Dining Halls once every 15 minutes.
- No outside food or beverages are allowed in dining halls or retail spaces.
- Use a clean plate or cup for each visit to a station.
- No refilling personal beverage containers in dining halls (water refill stations are available around campus).
- In retail locations, purchases are limited to $50 per transaction and $150 per day—please budget accordingly.
- Service animals are welcome; pets are not permitted.
- Shirts and shoes are required in all dining locations.