NDSU Dining always has something new on the menu! From seasonal bites to fun themed specials, keep an eye out for fresh flavors around campus.

The Union Market Holiday Social

Tuesday, December 9 | 11 am-1pm & 2-4pm

Take a break and enjoy cozy sips and snacks while mingling with fellow students, staff, and faculty.

  • 11 am-1 pm: Egg Nog, Cranberry Punch, Spritz Cookies, and Traditional Lefse
  • 2-4 pm: Warm Chocolate Chip Cookies, Cinnamon Sugar Lefse with Pumpkin Cheesecake Dip, Hot Apple Cider, and Hot Cocoa

Check out what's new in the Market, enter our giveaway, and even enjoy a quick guided tour from our Dining team.

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Union Market holiday social graphic featuring a dark green background with a gold Christmas ornament.

Themed Meals + Specials

Join us December 8–12 at the Residence and West Dining Centers for a week packed with themed dress-ups, desserts, and special meals. West Dining will even have select stations serving themed dishes—it’s the perfect way to add a little fun to finals week!

Check out the full details - https://www.ndsu.edu/dining/falalala

Monday, December 15

West Dining Center

Take a study break and fuel your finals with Late Night Breakfast at the West Dining Center from 9-11 pm! It's FREE to anyone living in the residence halls. West will be closed from 8-9 pm to set up and prepare for the event.

Check out the details.

Coffee Specials

Starbucks® 2025 Winter Launch

Official Release Date - November 6

  • Iced Gingerbread Chai
  • Gingerbread Chai
  • Peppermint Mocha
  • Caramel Brulée Latte
  • Iced Sugar Cookie Latte

Caribou Coffee Winter 2025 Launch

Official Release Date - November 3

  • Ho Ho Mint Mocha Handcrafted Beverage
  • Ho Ho Mint Mocha Espresso Shaker
  • Ho Ho Mint Mocha Caribou Cooler
  • Ho Ho Mint Mocha Crafted Press
  • NEW: Spicy Mocha Espresso Shaker
  • Spicy Mocha
  • NEW: Cranberry Dark Chocolate Crafted Press
  • Cranberry Dark Chocolate Espresso Shaker
  • Cranberry Energy with Coconutmilk Cold Foam (try with lemonade for extra flavor!)

October Flavor of the Month: Caramel Apple Butter Latte

  • Caramel Apple Butter Latte
  • Caramel Apple White Mocha
  • Caramel Apple Chair Latte

Themed Desserts

Monday, December 8
  • RDC (Lunch Only): Chocolate Cake with Plaid Frosting
  • WDC (Lunch and Dinner): Chocolate Cake with Plaid Frosting
    • Clean Eats: Chocolate Cake with Plaid Frosting
Tuesday, December 9
  • RDC (Lunch Only): Snowman Sugar Cookies
  • WDC (Lunch and Dinner): Snowman Sugar Cookies
    • Clean Eats: Snowball Cookies
Wednesday, December 10
  • RDC (Lunch Only): Grinch Green Rice Krispy Bars with Red Heart Sprinkles
  • WDC (Lunch and Dinner): Grinch Green Rice Krispy Bars with Red Heart Sprinkles
    • Clean Eats: Grinch Rice Krispy
Thursday, December 11
  • RDC (Lunch Only): Red Velvet Candy Cane Brownies
  • WDC (Lunch and Dinner): Red Velvet Candy Cane Brownies
    • Clean Eats: Peppermint Brownies
Friday, December 12
  • RDC (Lunch Only): Red & Green Confetti Cheesecake
  • WDC (Lunch and Dinner): Holiday Sugar Cookies
    • Clean Eats: Rainbow Sugar Cookies

Food Court Specials

$5.75 Mini Menu

  • Taco Box: One taco of your choice, with chips and 2oz salsa
  • Half a Dilla: 6-inch quesadilla, chips, and 2oz salsa
  • Mini Nachos: Basically, a half order of nachos.


Dining

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