Orienter guide to eating in the dorms

As a freshman with a meal plan, you’ve got tons of options – some are just down the hall. Still, the closest RPS food court only holds its allure for so long. So start off the year in an adventurous fashion. Break out of your neighborhood’s eateries and start wandering onto other turf. Here’s a sneak peek at all the goodies RPS dining halls have to offer:

Northwest Neighborhood

Gresham Food Court at Foster
Open from 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. on weekdays and from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. on weekends
By far the main attraction of dining in the northwest neighborhood, the Gresham Food Court has more than 10 food counters ready for dine in or carry out. You’ll love: Taco John’s Potato Oles and a smoothie from Cream and Crimson Creations.
   
Hoosier Den at Foster
Open from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Sunday through Wednesday, and from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. Thursday to Saturday
A late-night bakery, pizza joint and sausage grill all rolled into one. The Hoosier Den is a smaller, relaxed atmosphere made to grab a slice and maybe even a game of pool.
   
The Underground at Foster
Open from 10 p.m. to midnight Monday through Thursday
Yet another late-night favorite where students can order a hot breakfast, burger or personal pan pizza. This is a great place to chill after a study group finishes its meeting or to take a mini-break of your own and chat with friends.

Hoosier Cafe at McNutt
Open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday
A small cafe that serves up hot subs or sandwiches, soup and salad – an excellent lunch spot. Or, breakfast is served with a bagel or muffin and cup of Starbucks coffee made just for you by the barista.

Convenience Store at McNutt
Open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, from noon to 9 p.m. Saturday and from noon to 10 p.m. on Sunday
Like little mini-markets, these places have tons of non-perishable foods, as well as bread, milk and ice cream. You’ll also find cough syrup, tissues or a stick of deodorant to replace the one you lost.

Edmondson Dining Room at Collins
Open from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday, from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday and from
11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday
People say the Edmondson Dining Room looks like IU’s version of Hogwarts. And while we see some resemblance between Collins’ gnome mascot and Professor Dumbledore, you should probably just come see for yourself. Collins serves two buffet-style meals per day, and is perfect for the days when all you want is something home-cooked. Vegetarians and vegans will also love eating here for its many dishes made without meat or animal products.

Stacks Deli at Collins
Open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday
If you live in Collins, the deli is your one-stop breakfast joint. If you’re around for lunch, you’ll love the sandwiches made to order. But maybe the best secret of the Collins deli: the lunchtime grill. The kitchen staff will cook you up a burger, grilled cheese or fries on order.

Central Neighborhood

Wright Place Food Court
Open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. on weekdays and from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. on weekends
As the biggest food court on campus, the Wright Place Food Court can get pretty busy, especially at peak meal times, so plan accordingly. You’ll love: the Flamingo Grille’s spicy chicken sandwich or Pacific Rim’s stir fry, made while you wait.

Convenience Store at Wright
Open from 10 a.m. to midnight on weekdays and from noon to midnight on weekends
Each RPS convenience store varies slightly, so if you can’t find something in one place, try another. Also, if they have them, eat a pizza pretzel. You won’t regret it.

Eigenmann Eatery
Open from 7 a.m. to midnight Monday through Thursday, from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday and from 11 a.m. to
10 p.m. on Sunday
If you live in this part of campus, you’ll come to Eigenmann for variety. The food is made to order while you wait, breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Cool Beans coffee shop at Eigenmann
Open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and from noon to 7 p.m. on Sunday
Let’s face it, college students rely on caffeine to make it through the week. This small coffee shop brews Starbuck’s coffee and the barista there will make you whatever fancy espresso drink you choose.

Southeast Neighborhood

Dining Room at Read
Open from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. for lunch on weekdays, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday for dinner and from
5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday for dinner
The traditional dining room at Read is a lot like the home-cooked experience at Collins, but with a different menu. Read doesn’t emphasize vegetarian or vegan dishes quite as much, either. Carnivores, rejoice.
   
El Bistro at Read
Open from 7:30 a.m. to midnight on weekdays and from 9 a.m. to midnight on weekends
Where else could you get a waffle topped with ice cream or a freshly wrapped burrito during the same meal? The food is made as ordered and is definitely worth the wait – especially for the burritos. Eat your heart out, Chipotle.

Hoosier Café at Read
Open from 7 a.m. to midnight on weekdays and from 11 a.m. to midnight on weekends
It’s perfect place to pop into for a meal considering Read’s Hoosier Café has a little of everything. Grab a salad or soup or have some Starbuck’s coffee. However, we will always recommend the popcorn chicken. Yum.

Convenience Store at Willkie
Open from 11 a.m. to midnight on weekdays and from noon to midnight on weekends
Probably the largest convenience store on campus, Willkie has just about anything you could possibly keep or make in a dorm room. It’s full of microwave-friendly frozen meals and has the best cereal selection around.

RPS Kiosks
Kiosks can vary, but you can almost always count on one to provide you with coffee and a small meal. Bagels and muffins are plentiful in the morning, while salad and sandwiches are the big sellers during lunch.

Jacobs School of Music
Open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays

Jordan Hall
Open from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on weekdays

SPEA
Open from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on weekdays

Library Commons Café
Open from 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. Monday through Thursday, from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. on Sunday

SRSC
Open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday