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Dining and Food

Notre Dame Dining traces its roots back to the University's earliest days, when a significant majority of the structures on campus were farm buildings near the banks of St. Mary's Lake, producing the sustenance needed to feed a growing student and faculty population. Today, ND Dining serves students, faculty, staff, and visitors to the University through nearly 30 eating establishments, including fine dining, full-service restaurants, quick-service restaurants, and cafes. While our operation has grown in size and complexity, we still hold to the mission and values of those early days — serving the Notre Dame family and its guests the highest quality menu we know how, prepared expertly by professionals in their craft.

Catering

Catering from on-campus dining locations is available. Order online from Three Leaf Express or a variety of campus favorites. Enjoy full-service catering with Three Leaf.

Duncan Student Center

Express Units

A number of express units that offer limited but convenient menus such as made-to-order sandwiches, pastries, coffee, soft drinks, and snack foods are available throughout campus. Express units include:

LaFortune Student Center

Located in LaFortune Student Center are multiple specialty food options with extended hours of operation. Also located in LaFortune is the largest convenience store on campus. The following options can be found in LaFortune:

North Dining Hall (NDH)

North Dining Hall is located adjacent to Haggar Hall and Farley Hall on North Quad. Built in 1957, it was the final building to be constructed on North Quad. North Dining Hall offers the same menu as its counterpart, South Dining Hall, but in a more contemporary setting. Visit the NDH menu online.

Olive Kitchen

Since its founding, Notre Dame has been committed to nourishing the mind, body, and spirit. We strive for each member of our community to be cared for as they have need, including in the dining options available to them. Introducing The Olive Kitchen, the University's fresh approach to allergen-friendly dining. Students who need the service can receive custom meals without worrying about cross-contamination. Learn more here.

South Dining Hall (SDH)

South Dining Hall is the older of the University's two dining halls, opening in 1927. It is one of the finest examples of Gothic design in the United States, its architecture reminiscent of a medieval Guild Hall.

Ahead of its centennial in 2027, South Dining Hall is undergoing a comprehensive renovation, retaining the building’s well-loved historical elements while updating its systems and infrastructure. During this time, our team will continue to provide non-stop meal service featuring new culinary creations and service stations. Visit the SDH menu online

Tableside Service

Notre Dame Hospitality also operates restaurants with greater selections of product and expanded services. Destinations include:

More Information

Pick-up

Notre Dame has partnered with Grubhub to offer contactless ordering solutions available from most dining locations on campus: in-person kiosk ordering, and pre-ordering via the app. Learn more at https://dining.nd.edu/about/service-details/delivery-and-mobile-ordering/