nyu dining guide 2016-2017

NYU Dining Guide2016-2017

ANN MARIE POWELL Director of Dining Services 238 Thompson Street, Rm 362(212) 998–[email protected]

CONTACT US Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

WELCOME TO NYU DINING

CONTENTSWelcome to NYU Dining

2016-2017 Calendar

How Meal Plans Work

Washington Square Meal Plan Memberships

Where to Eat: Washington Square Dining Locations

Brooklyn Meal Plan Memberships

Brooklyn Dining

Dietary Options

Special Events

Sustainable Dining Practices

We Are Listening

NYU Dining Contract

Frequently Asked Questions

Welcome to NYU Dining! NYU Dining Services offers a wide variety of meal plans that afford students the opportunity to enjoy nutritious dining options across campus. Diners will continue to enjoy expanded hours to accommodate their hectic schedules.

We have responded to the ideas and comments set forth by NYU students. NYU Dining has updated menus to reflect the most current university dining trends and added services that reflect the needs of a diverse community. We will continue to offer a “meals to go” program and different special events such as Sunday Brunch at Palladium, Restaurant Nights and Meatless Mondays — just to name a few.

Letter from the Director of Dining

@nyudiningSTAY CONNECTED TO NYU DINING:

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Sunday, August 28 Select dining locations open at 4:00 p.m.

Monday, August 29 - Sunday, September 4 Welcome Week, all dining locations open

Monday, September 5 Labor Day - Select dining locations open

Tuesday, September 6 Classes begin - All dining locations open

Tuesday, September 20 Last day to change or cancel meal plan memberships for the fall 2016 semester

Wednesday, September 21 First day to add Dining Dollars to meal plan memberships

Monday, October 10 Fall Recess - No classes - Select dining locations open

Wednesday, November 23 – Saturday, November 26 Thanksgiving Recess -Select dining locations open

Sunday, November 27 Select dining locations reopen at 4:00 p.m.

Monday, November 28 Last day to add a Fall Meal Plan

Wednesday, November 30 First day to add, change or cancel meal plan memberships for the spring 2017 semester

Monday, December 19 Deadline to add Dining Dollars to meal plan memberships for the fall 2016 semester

Friday, December 23 Last day of fall semester, fall meal plan memberships conclude at 4:00 p.m.

Tuesday, January 3 - Friday, January 20 Select dining locations open Monday–Friday

Sunday, January 22 Select dining locations open at 4:00 p.m.

Monday, January 23 First day of spring classes - All dining locations open

Tuesday, February 7 Last day to change or cancel meal plan memberships for the spring 2017 semester

Wednesday, February 8 First day to add Dining Dollars to meal plan memberships

Thursday, February 9 Remaining Fall Dining Dollars added to Spring Dining Dollars account

Monday, February 20 Presidents Day - No classes - Select dining locations open

Saturday, March 11 – Saturday, March 18 Spring Recess - Select dining locations open

Sunday, March 19 Select dining locations open at 4:00 p.m.

Tuesday, May 2 Last day to add a Spring Meal Plan

Tuesday, May 9 Deadline to add Dining Dollars to meal plan memberships for the spring 2017 semester

Wednesday, May 17 Last day of spring semester, spring meal plan memberships conclude at 4:00 p.m.

2016-2017 CALENDARFALL SEMESTER, AUGUST 28 – DECEMBER 23, 2016 (FALL SEMESTER MEAL PLANS)

SPRING SEMESTER, JANUARY 22 – MAY 17, 2017 (SPRING SEMESTER MEAL PLANS)

JANUARY TERM 2017 (WINTER SESSION MEAL PLANS) Spring Dining Dollars accepted during Winter Session

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HOW MEAL PLANS WORK

What is included in a Meal Exchange?

» Entrée or Sandwich

» Choice of Whole Fruit, Side Salad,

Bag of Chips, or Side Dish

» Fountain Drink

MEAL EXCHANGES

Meal exchange allows you to use your meal swipes at retail dining locations. At the Weinstein Food Court, Sidestein Market, Peet’s Coffee & Tea, U Hall Common’s Café, the Market Place at the Kimmel Center, Palladium, Dunkin’ Donuts, and Jasper Café there are certain items that you may choose from which consitute a “meal”.

If you have a medical condition or disability that warrants an exception to the meal plan policy, you must submit a request for a reasonable housing accommodation with supporting documentation to the Moses Center for Students with Disabilities. For forms and additional information go to www.nyu.edu/csd or contact the Moses Center at (212)998-4980 or [email protected].

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS

DINING DOLLARS

Washington Square & Brooklyn Dining Dollars can be used at all on-campus dining locations and have a dollar for dollar value. The NYUCard works just like a debit card. Simply swipe your card and the amount is automatically deducted from your account.

Dining Dollars cannot be used for the purchase of gift cards. Members may purchase additional Dining Dollars in blocks of $15, $25, $50 or $100 by logging on to https://housing.nyu.edu/MealPlans any time after the meal plan activation/deactiva-tion deadline. Dining Dollars will be charged to your student bursar account. Unused Dining Dollars automatically roll over from the fall to spring semester for active meal plan members.

MEAL ALLOWANCE

Each time you visit one of our residential dining halls or use a meal exchange at one of our retail locations, a meal will be deducted from your account. Meal Plans offer a certain number of meals per semster. Meals do not expire on a week to week basis. However, any unused meals remaining at the end of the semester will not carry over to the following semester.

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https://housing.nyu.edu/MealPlans

New York University requires all freshmen or first-year students living in NYU housing to participate in the NYU Dining meal plan program. All Washington Square residents living in traditional style residence halls (Brittany, Founders, Goddard, Lipton (formerly Hayden Hall), Rubin and Weinstein) must maintain a minimum of 225 Flex meals per semester. Freshmen or first-year students living in apartment style residence buildings must maintain a minimum of 113 Flex meals per semester.Residents (excluding freshmen or first-year students) in apartment style halls equipped with kitchens (Alumni, Broome, Carlyle Court, Coral Tower, Gramercy Green, Greenhouse, Greenwich, Lafayette, Palladium, Second Street, Senior House, Third Avenue North, University Hall, Stuyvesant Town, and Washington Square Village) may select any of the meal plan options or choose not to participate. All meal plans are accepted at all Washington Square and Brooklyn locations.

NYU DINING WASHINGTON SQUARE MEAL PLAN MEMBERSHIPS 2016-2017

TO SIGN UP FOR OR CHANGE A MEAL PLAN GO TO > HTTPS://HOUSING.NYU.EDU/MEALPLANS Sign ups and changes are only accepted online. Making meal plan changes or cancellations on Bursar bills and/or withholding payment for Meal Plan charges are not valid methods of modifying your meal plan. Charges and refunds for all meal plans (Flex plans and Dining Dollars included) are pro-rated and calculated on a daily basis. No refunds will be made if you miss meals, fail to obtain a valid ID card, or do not use your meal plan.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Washington Square Meal Plans

2016-2017 Meal Plans Meals Per Semester

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All Access 450 Meal maximum $100 $2,800 28

300 Flex Plus 300 Meal maximum $250 $2,541 19

300 Flex 300 Meal maximum $150 $2,466 19 WSQ Freshmen Default


225 Flex 225 Meal maximum $200 $2,425 14WSQ Freshmen Traditional Minimum


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113 Flex 113 Meal maximum $375 $1,730 7WSQ Freshmen Apartment Style Minimum



* Based on a 16 week semester

The University does not make exceptions to the mandatory meal policy (including religious, dietary, scheduling, medical, and economic reasons.) However, in the event you believe you have an extenuating circumstance, please contact Ann Marie Powell, Director of Dining Services, at [email protected] or (212) 998-4279.

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KOSHER EATERY5-11 University Place

(212) 995–3939The Kosher Eatery is a home away from home where diners can observe a kosher lifestyle with others who share the same commitments. 100% KOF-K supervised kosher program is served daily as well as a weekly Friday night Shabbat meal.

WEINSTEIN FOOD COURT5-11 University Place

(212) 998–4931We offer a wide variety of foods like made-to-order salads, grab ‘n’ go, breakfast burritos, Quiznos subs, and Chick-fil-A sandwiches plus our thirst quenching selection of cold beverages.

THE MARKETPLACE AT THE KIMMEL CENTER60 Washington Square South, 3rd Floor(212) 998–4573The MarketPlace offers a variety of international and traditional dining choices including the Italian Market, Asian Cuisine, Faye’s Deli, Habanero Mexican, Halal, Kosher and a variety of “grab to go” selections.

WEINSTEIN DINING HALL5-11 University Place (212) 995–3056Weinstein has a distinct focus on global flavors, exploring ethnic foods and authentic cuisine from around the world. Weinstein’s goal is to let students experience the world with their taste buds without leaving New York City.

STARBUCKS at FAYES @ THE SQUARE45 West Fourth Street(212) 995–3443Students flock in for their favorite Macchiato or Frappuccino. The comfortable seating is especially inviting for hanging out with friends, working on class assignments, and surfing the web using free wireless access.

PALLADIUM RESTAURANT by LifeWorks™ 140 East 14th Street, 3rd Floor(212) 998–4079Palladium couples creativity with unparalleled culinary experience to provide guests a wholesome, healthy and authentic dining experience. Palladium’s unique stations include Produce Market, Global international fare, and the Palladium Grille.

PEET’S COFFEE & TEA KIOSK AT THE KIMMEL CENTER60 Washington Square South, 2nd FloorThis popular west coast brand is a unique addition to NYU Dining. Peet’s darker roasting style emphasizes smaller batches and superior quality beans that produce a fresh, high-quality cup of coffee every time.

WASHINGTON SQUARE DINING LOCATIONS

SIDESTEIN MARKET5-11 University Place

Our gourmet market features grab ‘n’ go convenient dining options for any time of day. Sidestein offers an assortment of fresh produce, bakery and coffee selections, snacks, bottled beverages, hot and cold food bar, and traditional essentials.

WHERE TO EATNYU Dining Services offers flexible meal plans to more than 10,000 members. Students can choose from a wide variety of dining options, including special dietary needs such as Kosher, Halal, Vegan, Vegetarian and made without gluten menu items served at one of our four traditional “all you care to eat” dining halls, five retail locations, four coffee/tea cafes or three convenience stores.

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THIRD NORTH COURTYARD CAFÉ75 Third Avenue (at 12th Street)(212) 995–3021Taste the American classics. You can find traditional classics like savory chicken club wraps, chicken parmesan, pizza, and mac and cheese. At Third North, we make yesterday’s traditions new.

239 Greene Street (212) 998-4153 Argo Tea is passionate about bringing teas directly from growers around the world and blending them into unique and delicious signature beverages. They are dedicated to delivering consistent quality and genuine customer experience with a “one customer and one cup at a time” approach.

DUNKIN' DONUTS110 E. 14th Street(212) 443–3611It’s the delicious details that make the Dunkin’ Donuts on Union Square a daily ritual for the NYU community. Dunkin’ Donuts is the largest coffee and baked goods chain in the world, providing high- quality coffee, bagels and other baked goods.

UNIVERSITY HALL COMMONS CAFE110 E. 14th Street(212) 443–3611U-Hall Commons features a Burger Studio and a P.O.D. Market. Burger Studio is a unique burger concept that lets you customize your hamburger, turkey burger or veggie burger into a delicious masterpiece.

WASHINGTON SQUARE DINING LOCATIONSLIPTON DINING HALL (formerly HAYDEN DINING HALL)33 Washington Square West(212) 995-3074Hayden represents NYU Dining’s sustainable eating initiatives with a focus on vegetarian and vegan cuisine. With our Acre to Avenue platform, we show support for local farmers by serving a selection of seasonal locally grown fruits and vegetables.

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All freshmen or first-year residents in the Tandon School of Engineering (living in Brooklyn) are required to register for the BRKLYN 1300 meal plan. All upperclass residents living in Othmer are required to participate in the meal plan program. Upperclass residents living in Othmer rooms/suites without kitchens must register for the BRKLYN 1300, and upperclass Othmer apartment style residents must register for a minimum of the BRKLYN 980. Upperclassmen living in Clark may select any plan (no minimum required.) Brooklyn meal plans are available to Brooklyn residents only. Brooklyn residents have the option of purchasing any Washington Square Meal Plan. All meal plans are accepted at all Brooklyn and Washington Square locations.

NYU DINING BROOKLYN MEAL PLAN MEMBERSHIPS 2016-2017

TO SIGN UP FOR OR CHANGE A MEAL PLAN GO TO > HTTPS://HOUSING.NYU.EDU/MEALPLANS Sign ups and changes are only accepted online. Making meal plan changes or cancellations on Bursar bills and/or withholding payment for Meal Plan charges are not valid methods of modifying your meal plan. Charges and refunds for all meal plans (Flex plans and Dining Dollars included) are pro-rated and calculated on a daily basis. No refunds will be made if you miss meals, fail to obtain a valid ID card, or do not use your meal plan.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Washington Square Meal Plans2016-2017 Meal Plans Meals Per Semester Dining Dollars

Cost per Semester

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All Access 450 Meal maximum $100 $2,800 28


300 Flex 300 Meal maximum $150 $2,466 19 WSQ Freshmen Default


225 Flex 225 Meal maximum $200 $2,425 14WSQ Freshmen Traditional Minimum




113 Flex 113 Meal maximum $375 $1,730 7WSQ Freshmen Apartment Style Minimum



Brooklyn Meal Plans2016-2017 Meal Plans

Cost per Semester Average cost per week*

BRKLYN 1300 $1,300 $81 Freshmen Minimum

BRKLYN 980 $980 $61 Othmer Upperclassmen Minimum

BRKLYN 650 $650 $41

BRKLYN 440 $440 $28

*Based on a 16 week semester

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The University does not make exceptions to the mandatory meal policy (including religious, dietary, scheduling, medical, and economic reasons.) However, in the event you believe you have an extenuating circumstance, please contact Ann Marie Powell, Director of Dining Services, at [email protected] or (212) 998-4279.

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JASPER KANE CAFÉ6 MetroTech Center

Jasper Kane Café offers unique and diverse food choices. At Under the Hood, our menu options are inspired by urban street food with endless combinations of burgers, chicken sandwiches and tenders, cheesesteaks, and fries. Try our NY-style pizza that is served straight out of the oven. At our Jumping Greens bar, salads reign supreme with a wide variety of fruits, legumes, vegetables, and toppings to customize your own creation.

Stop by the Naked Food Station where our highly trained associates prepare meals to accommodate our students’ dietary restrictions. Our focus remains on satisfying our students’ dining needs. With our rotating menus, Jasper Kane Café offers an abundance of dining choices including breakfast all day, made-to-order sushi, grab ‘n’ go sandwiches and snacks, an assortment of bottled and fountain beverages, desserts, coffee and more.

At Jasper Kane Café, we prepare all our meals with an emphasis on quality in an environmentally responsible atmosphere.

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People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has rated NYU one of the friendliest vegetarian campuses for our vegan and vegetarian programs. Our specially trained chefs create delicious entrées using fresh vegetables, legumes, and grains serving a wide variety of vegetarian dishes everyday, at every meal, in every dining location.

Find Made Without Gluten selections in all residential dining locations. We have made a commitment to ensure there are plenty of nondetected gluten options available and have dedicated toasters, cutting boards and cooking utensils used in the preparation of made without gluten foods.

The Kosher Eatery at Weinstein is a 100% KOF-K supervised kosher program that serves daily meals and includes a Shabbat meal on Fridays. Meat entrees are served on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday. On Tuesdays and Thursdays dairy foods are served. We also offer Kosher “grab n go” meals in Weinstein Food Court, the Marketplace at Kimmel, P.O.D. Market in University Hall, and Jasper Kane Café.

New York University offers the Healthy for Life nutrition information program. The goal of the program is to point the way to healthier lifestyles by highlighting “better-for-you” menu selections. Look for Just 4U icons on menus in residential dining halls to help guide you to foods that are vegan, vegetarian, low in calories, and low in fat. The program also identifies foods that are organic and grown locally. For more information, pick up a Healthy for Life brochure from any residential dining location. NYU Dining continues to offer healthier, well-balanced dining options for every part of the day and to customize our menus to fit the needs of our customers.

The Kimmel Marketplace, Kosher Eatery, and the Palladium feature a Halal meal at their Halal Station from Monday-Friday and the Kosher Eatery is a supervised Glatt facility. Café Spice is an on campus vendor who provides authentic Indian cuisine consisting of Halal chicken that is humanely raised, antibiotic free and vegetarian fed. Find their dishes at the Café Spice station at the Palladium or their frozen meals to go at the Kimmel Maketplace.

DIETARY OPTIONSNYU Dining Services makes every effort to accommodate students’ special dietary requirements and provide a selection of dining options. Location managers will work with meal plan members to prepare meals according to their personal needs. Students with special dietary requirements or food allergies can contact Ann Marie Powell, Director of Dining Services, at (212) 998-4279 or [email protected].

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Restaurant Night A monthly dining event held at Palladium LifeWorks™. Students will enjoy top shelf service, table linens and a three course menu crafted by our Executive Chef. There are two seating times and reservations are required.

Brunch Extravanganza!Every Sunday at the Palladium, we serve an all-you-care-to-eat brunch. The Sunday brunch features buffets of fresh fruit, pastries, bagels, salmon lox, and homemade desserts and pies. In addition, we offer made-to-order omelets and traditional favorites like waffles, Eggs Benedict and a carving station; treat your sweet tooth with a dip in our chocolate fountain.

SPECIAL EVENTSFood is the centerpiece for many celebrations and group gatherings. Dining is more than just eating, it’s about sharing, gathering and connecting to others. In the spirit of community building, NYU Dining offers customers daily, weekly and monthly opportunities to partake in special meals, culinary events, and learning opportunities.

Passport at WeinsteinOur culinary team has created authentic ethnic foods and exotic flavors from around the world. Weinstein Passport will take students on a culinary journey without leaving their seats, exploring flavors found at NYU Study Abroad sites around the world including Florence, Ghana, Prague, and many more.

Strawberry FestivalThe annual NYU Strawberry Festival brings New York University’s faculty, staff, and students together with the broader NYC community to celebrate all things strawberry. The spring time event boasts a variety of different strawberry cultivars from local farmers, carnival games, interactive booths that promote health and wellness, live music from student bands, photo ops with the strawberry mascot, giveaways, and hundreds of free slices of the largest strawberry shortcake in New York.

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SUSTAINABLE DINING PRACTICES

Sustainable Food

NYU Dining’s commitment to reduce our carbon footprint on campus has been so successful that our efforts helped NYU achieve a Gold Star rating on the AASHE (Association for the Advancement of Sustainability for Higher Education) Sustainable Grading Scale.

One of our many goals at NYU Dining Services is to further the sustainable mission of our institution. Through sourcing, preparation, and waste diversion (recycling and composting), we contribute to a more effective sustainable food and dining system. Please visit our website for more information regarding our sustainable efforts.

Our sustainable efforts include

• Sourcing locally grown and seasonal produce.• Sourcing sustainable and seasonal seafood.• Using certified cage-free eggs.• Offering a weekly Meatless Monday option.

• Using compostable take-out containers in all residential dining halls.• Recycling and composting kitchen waste and materials such as oil,

aluminum cans and glass.• Offering reusable take-out containers in most residential dining

halls.• Offering trayless dining in the most locations to conserve water

and energy to reduce waste.• Providing hydration stations in dining locations to reduce bottled

water waste.• Recycling fryer oil, which is 100% diverted to biodiesel.• Reducing food waste by donating unused portions of food to Two

Birds One Stone and local food banks.• Donating used coffee grounds for the "Grounds for Your Garden"

program.• Offering reusable shopping bags at select retail locations.

Waste Stream Management

Green Buildings• Operating environmentally friendly and energy efficient locations.• Using ‘green’ and ‘blue’ cleaning products.

Quality Assurance• Using the highest FDA grade level for products.• Ensuring all managers have NYC Food Handlers Certificates.• Providing employee service training throughout the year.• Employing a full-time Food Safety Manager.

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Your voice counts! NYU Dining is enhanced and shaped by the suggestions and input from our students. We understand students have unique needs and want to provide the types of services that work best with their lifestyles.

Once a semester, we conduct our DiningStyles online survey for all meal plan members and non-members to participate in. This survey lets our customers evaluate us on a variety of criteria including, but not limited to: price, service, food quality, and food variety. As a thank you for taking the survey, participants will be entered into a drawing and have a chance to win some great prizes.

DINING ADVISORY BOARD

DINING SURVEYS FOCUS GROUPS FEEDBACK

Participation is easy! It does not require much time and will contribute to the NYU community.

As a member of the Dining Advisory Board, you will review our program and protocol. You will also provide valuable feedback about customer service, speed of service, food quality, cleanliness, merchandising, and overall impression. All of our meetings will take place at one of the dining halls.

For more information about becoming a member, contact [email protected]. Please include Dining Advisory Board in the subject line of the email.

Student involvement is essential in making sure we provide the best dining experience.

Become a member of the Dining Advisory Board!

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CONTRACT PERIOD Meal plan members, this contract is for both fall and spring terms. Meal plans are automatically activated for spring term unless you cancel your membership prior to the change/cancellation deadlines. (Freshmen, first-year students, and residents of traditional style buildings cannot cancel plans.)

CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS

Meal plans cannot be canceled, whether used or not, unless a cancella-tion form (via NYU Home) is submitted by September 20, for fall 2016 and by February 7, for spring 2017, or your NYU Housing License is canceled as provided therein. If the Department of Housing cancels your meal plan, it will also cancel all meal plan charges for the period following the date the cancellation takes effect. Residents (assigned to Brittany, Founders, Goddard, Lipton (formerly Hayden), Rubin, or Weinstein Hall) are required to maintain a meal plan that includes at least 225 Flex meals per semester). Charges and refunds for all meal plans (Flex plans & Dining Dollars included) are pro-rated and calculated on a daily basis each semester. No refunds will be made if you miss meals, fail to obtain a valid ID card, or do not use your meal plan.

CHANGES

You may change your meal plan by completing the online form via NYU Home by September 20, for fall 2016 and by February 7, for spring 2017. Additional charges may be added depending on the plan.

SERVING DATES Your meal plan can be used during scheduled service times from dinner, August 28, 2016, to lunch, May 17, 2017, except during these University holidays: winter break, December 23, 2016, through lunch, January 3, 2017; and spring recess, March 11-18, 2017. Serving dates and hours of operation at individual dining locations are described on the NYU Dining Services website and posted in the dining facilities.

MEAL PLAN COVERAGE You are entitled to eat the number of meals per semester and to use the amount of Dining Dollars per semester provided by your meal plan. Meal plans are not transferable and you may not allow anyone else to use or eat with your

NYUCard. Violations will result in suspension or termination of your meal plan without a refund. Meal swipes cannot exceed 20 swipes per day.

DINING LOCATIONS

Most meal plans may be used, as explained below, in residential restaurants and retail locations. All-you-care-to-eat dining at each meal, as provided by your meal plan, is offered at the following locations: the Kosher Eatery, Weinstein Dining, Third Avenue North, Courtyard Café, and Lipton Dining Hall (formerly Hayden). Retail locations at the Palladium, Weinstein Food Court, Peet’s Coffee & Tea, Starbucks at Fayes @ the Square, Dunkin’ Donuts, Commons Café at University Hall, Argo Tea, The MarketPlace in the Kimmel Center, Quick Stop C-Store locations, Sidestein Market, and Jasper Kane Café, allow you to select any items with the Dining Dollars provided by your meal plan.

ID CARD

A valid NYUCard is required in order to use your meal plan. NYUCards and replacements, which are not transferable, may be obtained at: WASHINGTON SQUARE NYUCard Center 7 Washington Place (212) 443–CARD (2273) BROOKLYN One Card Office 2 MetroTech Center, Ground Floor (718) 260-3934

ACCESS TO RESIDENTIAL RESTAURANTS Access is granted only to those entering for a meal. If you must leave during your meal, see a dining manager before exiting to arrange reentry.

BEHAVIOR

Behavior that is abusive or disruptive or that endangers the health, safety, or welfare of others including theft is prohibited. NYU students who engage in such behavior or who are caught stealing at any campus dining location will be subject to disciplinary action and/or termination of their meal plan contract without a refund.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS1. How does the meal plan work?Meal Plans and Dining DollarsEating on-campus is easy with an NYU Dining Meal Plan. We have 16 dining locations across campus that conveniently offers a variety of foods and delicious dining options. With a meal plan, you've got food covered, so it’s one less thing you have to worry about. Once you have a meal plan, your student ID works like a debit card. Simply swipe your card and the meal, meal exchange or dining dollars are deducted from your account automatically.There are three components to our meal plans: Meal Allowance, Meal Exchange, and Dining Dollars.Meal Allowance: Meal Allowance is the number of meals that can be used in all-you-care-to-eat dining locations: Weinstein, 3rd North, Kosher Eatery, and Lipton Hall (formerly Hayden Hall). The cashier will deduct one meal from your plan upon entering these locations. Once inside, you are free to eat as much as you would like. You can also take your Meal 2 Go, by just informing the cashier when you enter the location.Meal Exchange: This feature allows you to exchange one meal allowance swipe for a combo meal at our retail food courts: Kimmel MarketPlace, Weinstein Food Court, U-Hall Commons Café, Dunkin’ Donuts, Peet's Coffee and Tea, and Jasper Kane Café.Dining Dollars: Dining Dollars (DDs) are accepted at all dining locations. DDs work like a debit card; each time you make a purchase the total is subtracted from the balance in your account. Each DD is equivalent to one U.S. Dollar. DDs are accepted at all NYU Dining locations.

2. Am I required to have a Meal Plan?New York University requires all Freshmen or first-year students living in NYU housing to participate in the NYU Dining meal plan program. All Freshmen living in traditional style residence halls (Founders, Brittany, Goddard, Lipton (formerly Hayden), Rubin and Weinstein) must maintain a minimum of a 225 Flex plan or higher. Freshmen or first-year students living in apartment style residence buildings must maintain a minimum of a 113 Flex meal plan or higher. Please note all incoming Freshmen are defaulted to a 300 flex meal plan, but can change starting on July 11, 2016 (within the requirements for the residence hall or class level). Students who live off campus are not required to have a meal plan, but may select any meal plan option. Please visit our website for more information regarding NYU Dining Services, including meal plan options and rates.

3. How am I charged for my Meal Plan?When a student signs up or changes a meal plan membership after the beginning of a semester, the plan and charges are pro-rated for the remainder of that semester. Charges and refunds for all meal plans (flex plans and Dining Dollars included) are calculated on a daily basis. Charges begin on the activation date, not when the students begin using their plan. The fall semester

is 15 weeks and charges begin on September 6, 2016. The spring semester is 16 weeks begins on January 23, 2017.

For example:If a student purchases a 300 Flex plan that begins the second week of the fall semester, he/she receives 14/15 of the plan, or 280 meals and 140 Dining Dollars (DD). The student is charged 14/15 or 93% of the original cost of the plan.300 meals/ 15 weeks = 20 meals per week20 meals per week X 14 weeks= 280 meals$150 DD/15 weeks= $10 DD/week10 DD per week x 14 weeks=$140 DDThe same principle applies to changes and cancellations. The student pays for the days for which he/she owns the plan (whether used or not) and receives a credit or charge on his/her Bursar’s account based on that change for the remaining days of the semester.

4. Can I change or cancel my meal plan?Meal plan changes and cancellations may only be made by submitting the request via https://housing.nyu.edu/mealplans.For more information refer to the Dining Services Contract terms found on page 14 of this Dining Guide.

5. What happens if I do not use all of my Meal Swipes or Dining Dollars?Any unused meals expire at the end of each semester. For active meal plan members, unused Dining Dollars carry over from fall to spring semester but expire at the end of the spring semester.

6. What is the difference between Dining Dollars and Campus Cash?Dining Dollars can be used only for purchases in NYU Dining Halls. Campus Cash can be used at a variety of locations, including the bookstore, laundry services, as well as all NYU Dining locations.

7. Are there exceptions to the freshman mandatory meal plan policy?The University does not make exceptions to the mandatory meal plan policy (including religious, dietary, scheduling, medical, and economic reasons). In the event you believe you have an extenuating circumstance please contact Ann Marie Powell, Director of NYU Dining Services, at [email protected].

8. If I am a Freshman and live in a hall with a kitchen, why am I required to be on the meal plan?A meal plan ensures that all freshmen and first-year students have access to at least one nutritious meal a day during their first-year transition adapting to a busy schedule. Our dining program promotes community building and creates a great first-year experience.

9. If I am an upperclassman living in Othmer, why am I required to have a meal plan?All upperclass residents living in Othmer are required to participate in the meal plan program. Upperclass residents living in Othmer rooms/suites without kitchens must register for the BRKLYN 1300, and upperclass Othmer apartment style residents must register for a minimum of the BRKLYN 980.

10. What’s being served right now? Can I check the menu?Our menus are available online at http://nyu.campusdish.com/ and through our CampusDish app available for both Android and iOS

11. What if I have special dietary needs?Discuss your special dietary needs with Ann Marie Powell, Director of NYU Dining Services to ensure your meals will be prepared according to your request.If you are seeking general nutrition information on healthy eating and weight maintenance, you can also meet one-on-one with the Health Promotion Office's Nutrition Health Educator, at no fee. To schedule an appointment, call (212) 443-1236.You may also consult with our on-staff registered dietitian. To make an appointment to discuss nutritional health or special needs please call:Primary Care ServicesNYU University Health Center726 Broadway, 4th FloorNew York, NY, 10003-9580For appointments, call (212) 443-1234

12. What if I have a severe medical condition or disability and can't use the meal plan?If you believe you have a medical condition or disability that warrants an exception to the mandatory meal plan policy, you must submit a special accommodations form with supporting documentation to the Moses Center for Students with Disabilities. For forms and additional information go to www.nyu.edu/csd/.

13. If I have a severe food allergy, what are my options?NYU Dining Services offers a variety of meal plans and dining options. We work diligently with students who have food allergies to develop a dining plan that accommodates their needs and provide menus with a variety of food selections. All meals are posted on the dining website at www.nyudining.com so students can make informed dining decisions.Many items are prepared to order and in full view to meet the student's specific request. Warning signs are posted in dining halls and food courts reminding patrons of possible cross-contamination during food preparation and cautioning patrons against cross-contamination with utensils, containers, plates and shared food.Peanut butter and other products carrying nuts will be isolated from other foods to the extent reasonably possible and training about food allergies is provided to the dining staff. Please note that there are limitations to the type of accommodations that NYU Dining Services can provide and strict avoidance may be the only solution to safeguard against food allergens. Please contact Ann Marie Powell, Director of NYU Dining Services, at [email protected] for more information or to set up an appointment with one of our dining managers or executive chefs. 15



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