The Marketplace at Usdan

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The Marketplace at Usdan

Weekly Schedule

  • Breakfast     Mon-Fri, 8:00 am - 10:30 am
  • Brunch     Sat-Sun, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Lunch     Mon-Fri, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Dinner     Mon-Sun, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

All-You-Care-To-Eat Dining

HEARTH BAKED PIZZA
Our hand-made pizza station features a variety of selections for lunch and dinner. Daily pizza creations and more.

SIZZLE
We serve Northeast Family Farms hand-formed, freshly-ground chuck burgers, hormone and antibiotic-free chicken combined with all of your grill favorites. 

MONGOLIAN GRILL
The Mongolian grill is our celebration of Asian cuisine. One of our most popular stations, it commands center stage with a sizzling array of regional favorites and ethnic specialties. Choose from rice or noodles, meat, seafood, vegetables, choose your own sauce and our chefs will turn your creation into a delicious meal.

SHALOM-SALAAM
At the Kosher station, Jewish tradition and culture will be celebrated daily in the food that is prepared and presented. Under the supervision of Rabbi David Leipziger, we present ashkenazi and sefardic delicacies from Jewish tables across the ages at holidays, rituals, festivals and in everyday meals.

SALAD BAR
Our salad bar offers many options for dining at lunch and dinner.  The focus is on local produce serving vegetables from local farms including Wesleyan's student run Long Lane Farm.  You will find all of the ingredients to make your own salad, or try one of our delicious composed salads.

STOCKPOT
Memorable bowls of soup made with the freshest ingredients from stock to garnish.

VEGAN AND VEGETARIAN
Wesleyan University is the winner of the 2012 "Most Vegan Friendly College" title.  More than just legumes, rice and tofu, our vegan and vegetarian selections will be as varied as the world's cultures.

CARDINAL DELI 
Monday - Friday specials like our popular pastrami reuben on rye bread.  You can also have us build your own custom sandwich or wrap with a large variety of meats, cheese, and toppings accompanied by coleslaw, potato chips and a dill pickle.

OMELET STATION
One of the best thing about our weekend brunch is the made-to-order omelet station.  Serving cage free whole eggs or egg whites, a variety of vegetables, meats and cheeses.

 

 


 

Breakfast

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130 cal.

classics

served plain or with cheddar and Monterey jack cheeses
soy tofu with miso, fresh vegetables and turmeric
with peppers and onions
thick sliced Texas toast dipped in cage free eggs with maple syrup griddled in butter
two cage free eggs cooked to order served with American cheese on an english muffin

Lunch

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pureed roasted butternut squash with brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg
spicy jerk roast chicken simmered in house made chicken stock, fresh vegetables, white rice, and a touch of lime juice

classics

tri color cheese tortellini in egg pasta with shrimp and wilted spinach served smothered in tomato cream sauce featuring Ronnybrook Farms cream
white beans braised with tomatoes, roasted red peppers, and kale in house made vegetable stock seasoned with basil and oregano

vegan

local seitan from The Bridge braised with soy and sherry wine

kosher

black beans braised with cumin spiced tomatoes and fresh vegetables
tender barley simmered in mushroom stock with fresh vegetables and Seacoast Mushrooms white, shiitake, and portobello mushrooms
sesame cumin hummus
cole slaw with mayonnaise and agave
sesame soy cucumber salad
lettuce and tomato
pastrami or corned beef sandwiches with lettuce and tomato

marketplace grill

all beef burgers served with the choice of lettuce, tomato, and cheese
served with the choice of lettuce, tomato, and cheese
American cheese on white bread griddled with Liuzzi Cheese Co butter

mongolian grill

green vegetables are thought to improve mental focus and healthy carbohydrates offer fuel for the brain
choose: spinach, kale, gingered sweet potatoes, broccoli, mushrooms, baby corn, onion, peppers
tofu, shrimp, or chicken over scallion farro, white or brown rice
fiber rich diets have been associated with lowered risk of heart disease
choose: spinach, kale, gingered sweet potatoes, broccoli, mushrooms, baby corn, onion, peppers
tofu, shrimp, or chicken over scallion farro, white or brown rice

hearth baked pizza

house made dough topped with mozzarella cheese and house made sauce
house made dough topped with mozzarella cheese, sliced pepperoni, and house made sauce
house made dough topped with spinach, artichoke, roasted red pepper, onion, and mozzarella cheese over roasted garlic oil
house made dough topped with pickled jalapenos, applewood smoked bacon and cheddar cheese over cream cheese

cardinal deli

baked ham, pepperoni, salami, capicola, provolone cheese, and roasted peppers with olive tapenade, lettuce, and tomato on an artisan roll with red wine vinaigrette
egg salad, yellowfin tuna salad with mayonnaise, smoked turkey, baked ham, pepperoni, capicola, salami; American, cheddar, pepper jack, and swiss cheeses; olive tapenade; lettuce, tomato, onions, hot peppers, cucumbers, mushrooms, peppers, pickles
red wine vinaigrette, pine nut pesto with parmesan cheese; chipotle mayonnaise; local honey mustard; spicy brown mustard; and mayonnaise
napa cabbage salad with carrots, snow peas, mandarin oranges, and pineapple with orange pineapple teriyaki dressing
walnut raisin kale salad with craisins and blueberry vinaigrette
pine nut pesto caprese salad with fresh mozzarella and tomatoes
house made barbeque potato chips

Dinner

stockpot

pureed roasted butternut squash with brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg
spicy jerk roast chicken simmered in house made chicken stock, fresh vegetables, white rice, and a touch of lime juice

classics

braised sirloin beef tips with fresh rosemary and Seacoast Mushrooms' wild mushroom blend served smothered in a creamy pan gravy with butter roux and tomato
featuring Ronnybrook Farm cream
roasted with paprika

vegan

local The Bridge soy tofu stewed with green chiles, coconut milk, soy tamari, garlic, ginger, lime, and vegetables

kosher

tender barley simmered in mushroom stock with fresh vegetables and Seacoast Mushrooms white, shiitake, and portobello mushrooms
bone in chicken baked with garlic, onion, ginger and soy gochujang sauce
white rice stir fried with soy tamari, vegetables, garlic, and ginger

marketplace grill

all beef burgers served with the choice of lettuce, tomato, and cheese
served with the choice of lettuce, tomato, and cheese
tender spinach and basil wheat pastry filled with vermicelli noodles and diced vegetables with ginger and lemongrass

mongolian grill

chicken
steak
soy tofu
peppers and onions
pico de gallo
sour cream
cheddar jack cheese blend

hearth baked pizza

house made dough topped with mozzarella cheese and house made sauce
house made dough topped with mozzarella cheese, sliced pepperoni, and house made sauce
house made dough topped with fresh vegetables, coconut oil vegan cheese and house made sauce
house made dough topped with roasted barbeque chicken and cheddar jack cheese over house made barbeque sauce

pastabilities

marinara sauce
mushroom ragout featuring local Seacoast Mushrooms
garlic herb oil
baked chicken
fresh spinach
white pasta
wheat pasta
corn and rice pasta
tri color cheese tortellini in egg pasta with shrimp and wilted spinach served smothered in tomato cream sauce featuring Ronnybrook Farms cream

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Wellness

When it comes to wellness, Bon Appétit’s focus is on simple, delicious food — that happens to be good for you. To support long-term health, we are bringing more plants to menus every day in a craveable way, while emphasizing healthy cooking techniques. When healthy food tastes good, nourishing your body and mind becomes the easy choice.

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We serve thousands of guests with food allergies and sensitivities safely in our cafés every day. Our chefs, managers, and dietitians work closely with our food-allergic guests to create reasonable solutions to help them eat what they love. If you have questions about eating for your dietary needs in our cafés, reach out to us: we’ll gladly meet with you.

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