All-you-care-to-eat

Both The Hot Spot and The DüB Dining District are designed to provide a high-quality dining experience that caters to a variety of tastes and dietary needs. Whether you’re looking for a quick bite, a hearty meal, or a place to explore new flavors, these all-you-care-to-eat locations offer something for everyone.

Both locations accept meal plan meals, Dining Dollars, cash, credit/debit, and JacksDebit Express (JDE), making dining affordable, convenient, and accessible.

The Hot Spot: A dynamic dining destination

Centrally located in the University Union, The Hot Spot offers an expansive all-you-care-to-eat dining experience. With eight different stations, you can mix it up with comfort food favorites, global dishes, a Mongolian-style grill, and a Superfoods Bar. Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite between classes or settling in for a study break meal with friends, there’s always something new to try.

Food stations at The Hot Spot

Food stations at The Hot Spot include options like:

Bella Trattoria: with freshly made pizzas, pasta dishes, and Italian favorites.

Flying Star Diner: offering burgers, chicken sandwiches, hot dogs, fries, chili, and Mexican-inspired dishes.

Basic Kneads: featuring a full salad bar, soups, and made-to-order paninis, wraps, and sandwiches.

Simple Servings: offering allergen-friendly meals prepared without seven of the eight most common allergens.

Wild Mushroom: with a variety of vegetarian and vegan entrées and sides.

Magellans: featuring international flavors, including tapas and hand-tossed salads.

360 Grill: offering Mongolian-style wok featuring fresh vegetables, proteins, and customizable sauces.

Superfoods Bar: with nutrient-dense options, including salads and wholesome toppings.

The DüB Dining District: A modern food hall experience

Located in the du Bois South Union, The DüB serves up all-you-care-to-eat dining with something for everyone. With seven stations offering everything from slow-roasted meats to plant-forward meals, you can build a plate that hits exactly what you’re craving. There’s also a dedicated food allergy-friendly zone, so you can eat well and stay safe, no matter your dietary needs.

Food stations at The DüB

Food stations at The DüB include options like:

Smokehouse & Grill: offering slow-roasted brisket, pork, chicken, turkey, sausage, ribs, and fish, plus grilled-to-order burgers, chicken, and specialty sandwiches.

Plant Forward: with a modern approach to healthy eating, featuring nutrient-rich, plant-based recipes.

Al Dente: with Italian-inspired dishes, including handmade sauces, seasonal vegetables, scratch-made pasta, and stone hearth oven-baked pizzas, calzones, and sandwiches.

Simple Servings: with dedicated space for allergen-free dining, avoiding seven of the eight most common allergens.

Toasted: offering made-to-order sandwiches crafted with fresh deli meats and locally baked breads.

Tapas: providing Latin-inspired small plates bursting with international flavors.

Desserts: offering handcrafted desserts, creamy gelato with customizable toppings, and traditional baked favorites.