UT Tyler Dining Options
Food is a significant aspect of being a college student. It provides the necessary energy for activities inside the classroom, on the court, or during various student experiences. As UT Tyler continues to expand, so do the food options available to students.
Meal Plans
Students who live on-campus will be automatically enrolled into a meal plan.
Students who commute have the option to sign-up for a meal plan.
View meal plan options.
Food Locations
The Met (Dining Hall) - University Center
The Met is UT Tyler's all-you-care-to-enjoy dining destination, featuring a variety of chef-inspired meals, signature concepts, and made-to-order favorites. From fresh salads and comfort classics to international cuisine, grilled specialties, and handcrafted desserts, there's something for every taste. With rotating menus and diverse options served throughout the day, The Met offers a dining experience that rivals your favorite restaurants.
| Days | Service | Hours of Operation |
|---|---|---|
| Monday - Friday | Breakfast Lunch Dinner |
7:00 AM - 10:00 AM 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Saturday - Sunday | Brunch Dinner |
10:30 AM - 2:00 PM 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
All-You-Care-To-Eat Stations at The Met
Global flavors, rotating trends, and fusion-inspired meals.
World Market is a culinary hub featuring flavors from different parts of the world. The station emphasizes new trends, fusion cuisine, and rotating menus that bring local, regional, and global inspiration into the café experience for UT Tyler students.
Custom grill favorites, burgers, fries, and campus classics.
Stacked specializes in a customizable grill experience with fresh, hand-pressed burgers, specialty fries, and familiar grill classics. The station is built around quick, student-friendly favorites with options that feel fresh, approachable, and easy to personalize.
Pizza, pasta, sauces, and Italian-inspired favorites.
Cucina offers an authentic pizzeria-style experience with fresh doughs, pasta, and signature sauces crafted from quality ingredients. In addition to specialty pizzas, the station may feature a pasta bar for personalized creations and a bread bar with a variety of breads and spreads.
Salads, grains, proteins, toppings, and lighter options.
Greens & Grains creates rotating salad and grain bowl experiences with ancient grains, premium proteins, fresh vegetables, toppings, and themed menu options. The station gives students the ability to build balanced meals with fresh salads, grain bowls, hearty greens, and seasonal ingredients.
Signature sandwiches plus build-your-own deli options.
Signature Deli offers a rotating selection of signature sandwiches along with a build-your-own component. The deli format should include a variety of breads, proteins, cheeses, toppings, and condiments so guests can choose a classic sandwich or customize their own.
Allergen-friendly meals with clean proteins, rice, and vegetables.
Elements is an allergen-friendly station designed to avoid the 11 major allergens, as well as allergens that reflect the current student body. The station offers a clean protein meal with rice and vegetables daily, along with rotating specials such as gluten-free burgers, chicken sandwiches, chicken tenders, tacos, pizza, and sandwiches. Elements team members are trained to help accommodate additional allergen requests.
House-made soups, chilis, garnishes, and warm add-ons.
Broth will be offered at the deli station and will feature house-made soups and chilis that rotate often. Options may include broth-based, cream-based, gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan selections, with garnishes and bread options used to add flavor, texture, and variety.
Desserts and sweet treats.
Sugar Lab brings a fun, sweet finish to the dining experience with desserts, baked goods, and craveable treats. From classic favorites to rotating sweets, this station gives students a place to grab something special and satisfy their sweet tooth.
University Center
Swoop N' Go Market
Swoop N' Go Market is your convenient stop for grab-and-go meals, snacks, beverages, and everyday essentials. Whether you're heading to class, studying late, or need a quick bite between activities, Swoop N' Go offers a variety of convenient options to keep you fueled throughout the day.
| Days | Hours of Operation |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
| Sunday | 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
Chick-fil-A
Chick-fil-A serves the brand's famous hand-breaded chicken sandwiches, nuggets, wraps, fresh salads, waffle fries, and signature lemonade.
| Days | Hours of Operation |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM |
Einstein Bros. Bagels
Einstein Bros. Bagels is the perfect place to start your day or grab a quick bite between classes. Enjoy freshly baked bagels with signature shmears, breakfast sandwiches, premium coffee, deli sandwiches, soups, salads, and a variety of baked treats throughout the day.
| Days | Hours of Operation |
|---|---|
| Monday - Friday | 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM |
Salubre
Enjoy fresh, made-to-order Mediterranean favorites, including customizable salads, grain bowls, wraps, and wholesome ingredients prepared just the way you like them. Salubre offers a flavorful, healthy dining option for lunch or dinner.
Coming Spring 2027: Salubre will transition to Jersey Mike's Subs, bringing students the brand's signature fresh-sliced, made-to-order sandwiches while expanding dining options in the University Center.
| Days | Hours of Operation |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 10:30 AM - 7:30 PM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
International Food Creations
International Food Creations brings bold global flavors to campus with a rotating selection of freshly prepared international favorites. From handcrafted sushi and poke bowls to hot entrées, appetizers, and refreshing boba tea, every visit offers a unique culinary experience inspired by cuisines from around the world.
| Days | Hours of Operation |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 10:30 AM - 6:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
Muntz Library
Starbucks
Starbucks roasts high-quality whole bean coffees. Other premium beverage options include rich espressos, lattes, and Teavana Handcrafted Teas. Starbucks also serves a variety of baked goods, grab-and-go sandwiches, salads, snacks, and a variety of candies.
| Days | Hours of Operation |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
| Sunday | 4:00 PM - 1-:00 PM |
Soules College of Business
Cozy Coffee Station
Cozy Coffee Station is bringing fresh coffee, handcrafted drinks, breakfast options, and grab-and-go favorites to campus.
| Days | Hours of Operation |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Additional Food Resources
Food Trucks
For more options, the university will host various food trucks across campus throughout
the academic year. Additionally, there are often various campus events where food
may be available.
Learn more about ongoing food trucks.
Check out campus events where food may be available.
Patriot Pantry
The Patriot Pantry is dedicated to helping students, staff, faculty and community members in need. Its mission is to provide food and personal care items to members of the UT Tyler community. Our pantry is completely donor funded, and it is our goal that no student goes to class hungry!