Dining and Coffee Options at the University of Jamestown

Badal Nafus Student Union

Opening in Fall 2026, the newly constructed dining hall in the renovated Badal Nafus Student Union will be the hub for students to gather, eat, and connect. With seating for nearly 500, this space is designed to foster community while offering a variety of fresh, delicious meals. Whether you’re grabbing breakfast, lunch, or dinner, you’ll find options to suit most dietary needs, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free.

Feeling creative? Build your own salad, yogurt parfait, or smoothie. Prefer comfort food? Stick to Midwestern favorites like pizza, burgers, fries, and specialty omelets. The dining hall’s design reflects the University’s mission of blending faith, learning, and life, with a focus on light, openness, and connection.

Hansen Center Dining Hall

Known affectionately as “The 1/2 Caf” by students, the Hansen Center Dining Hall has been the temporary dining facility since a fire in January 2025 damaged the original dining space. Despite the challenges, Sodexo and its executive chef have continued to provide fresh, high-quality meals with options for all dietary preferences, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. 

Here, you can still enjoy the same creative options—build your own salad, yogurt parfait, or smoothie—or indulge in campus classics like pizza, burgers, fries, and Marge’s famous specialty omelets. The Hansen Center has been a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the UJ community during this transitional period.

The Well Coffee Bar

Located in the Liechty Center for Faith & Life, The Unison Bank Well Coffee Bar is your go-to spot for a caffeine boost or a quick snack. As an authorized purveyor of Starbucks® coffee, it offers a full menu of Starbucks® beverages alongside grab-and-go snacks. Whether you need a quiet moment to recharge or a place to meet friends, The Well is a cozy and convenient option.

Knight and Day Coffee House

Situated at the east entrance of campus in UJ Place, Knight and Day Coffee House is another authorized Starbucks® purveyor. In addition to its full coffee menu, it offers grocery items for added convenience. Whether you’re fueling up for a study session or grabbing essentials, Knight and Day has you covered.

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