Food Allergies and Dietary Needs
At NDSU Dining, our goal is to provide an all-inclusive dining experience for our students. Our award-winning program offers something for everyone and works hard to provide delicious and nutritionally balanced meals for any diet. Whatever your needs, we are available to help you meet your nutritional goals.
New Incoming Students
Complete this form to inform our dietetics team of your needs. Our registered dietitian will reach out promptly with information about the resources available on campus and to answer any questions you have.
West Dining Center
The West Dining Center (WDC) is NDSU's designated allergen-friendly dining center on campus, providing students with sensitive diets the opportunity to eat fully prepared meals without worry. All items served within the WDC are made without peanut or tree nut ingredients.
Clean Eats is a food station within the West Dining Center that serves entrees, side items, and desserts that are free from gluten and the top nine allergens: fish, shellfish, dairy, soy, eggs, nuts, tree nuts, sesame, and wheat.
A separate mini fridge and cupboard with additional options is also available for students with food allergies near the Clean Eats station.
Please note that NDSU's centralized production bakery is located on the lower level of the West Dining Center. Every effort is made to avoid cross-contact with the upper-level West Dining Center, but they do use peanut and tree nut ingredients for other dining locations on campus.
Residence Dining Center
The Residence Dining Center (RDC) has a mini fridge stocked with gluten-free bagels, cookies, bread, and hamburger buns.
The Creations station also features items that can be made gluten-free such as gluten-free pizza, nachos, toasted sandwiches, and pasta. This area is not completely free of gluten, so cross-contact is possible, however, these items are made upon request and can be customized to meet a variety of needs.
Additionally, the Grill station can make bun-free hamburgers, breakfast sandwiches, and chicken if available, simply ask for yours to be made separately.
Union Dining Center
The Union Dining Center (UDC) provides gluten-free self-serve options, including bread and desserts. There are also naturally allergy-friendly items available to choose from.
Menu Labeling
The Dining website, mobile app and digital monitors provide labeling for allergens, gluten-free, pork, vegan and vegetarian dishes. View our labeling standards and considerations.
Look for these icons in the dining centers:
![]() | Egg | ![]() | Soy | |
![]() | Fish | ![]() | Tree Nuts | |
![]() | Milk | ![]() | Wheat | |
![]() | Peanuts | ![]() | Gluten Free | |
![]() | Pork | ![]() | Vegetarian | |
![]() | Sesame | ![]() | Vegan | |
![]() | Shellfish |
Menus on the Web
The NDSU Dining center menus, along with nutritional analysis, are available online at Menus on the Web.
- Visit Menus on the Web.
- Select a location.
- Select a date.
- Browse the general menu. Vegetarian items appear in green text and are identified with a green vegetarian icon. Gluten Free items are identified with a purple "GF" icon. Items containing peanuts or tree nuts are identified with an orange nut icon.
- Click on the apples
for the complete menu
- Click on the names of items to view their nutritional label.
Using Menus on the Web you can also:
- View the menu choices 10 days in advance to plan your meals.
- Create a nutritional analysis report by selecting your menu choices for the day.
- Set allergen or preferences filters to display menu options to help manage your needs.
Connect with Us
Students with special dietary needs are encouraged to set up a meeting with the Dining Dietitian to learn about the different options and accommodations available. Our staff is happy to answer questions regarding food preparation or ingredients at any time.
Phone:(701) 231-7222 Email: ndsu.dining.diet@ndsu.edu
Certifications & Awards
More than 30 NDSU Dining employees are AllerTrain U certified. This course is a manager-level training course in managing food allergens and gluten in a cafeteria setting. AllerTrain U is an ANSI-accredited training and meets state-specific training mandates.
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North Dakota State University Dining makes every attempt to identify ingredients that may cause allergic reactions for those with food allergies and intolerances. However, there is always a risk of cross contact. Additionally, manufacturers may update and change their product ingredients without our knowledge, we cannot be assured the validity of the products. Dining Services will not assume any liability for adverse reactions to foods consumed, or items one may come in contact with while eating at any University establishments. If needed, guests should carry an EpiPen with them at all times.