Vegan Eats at UMD: Your Guide to Plant-Based Dining

Superior Dining

Breakfast

• Smoothies: Start your day with a refreshing, vegan smoothie! Pineapple Coconut smoothie is made without animal products. You can find this smoothie at the sauté station on rotating weeks, where omelettes are served.
• Waffles: Our allergen-friendly section includes a gluten-free and vegan waffle batter, and the pan spray is also vegan. If you'd prefer pancakes, simply ask at the omelet station, and a team member will be happy to assist.
• Non-Dairy Milks: We strive to keep almond and oat milk stocked for cereal and other uses. Due to occasional supply shortages, there may be times when these options are unavailable, but we are diligent in re-ordering.
• Non-Dairy Yogurt: Non-dairy yogurt is another breakfast option we're working hard to keep stocked. We appreciate your patience during any temporary shortages.
• Bagels: The plain bagels are vegan-friendly

Lunch & Dinner

• Accurate Meal Labels: We pride ourselves on clearly labeling vegan items at all stations, so you can make informed choices with ease.
• Rotating Vegan Options: At Superior Dining, you'll find a wide variety of vegan dishes at lunch and dinner, with new selections rotating daily. Beyond the dedicated vegan section, many other stations also feature vegan or plant-based options, so be sure to check the labels and explore all the stations. For extra peace of mind, our vegan section is always available, ensuring there's something for everyone.
• Salad & Sandwich Bar: Our salad and sandwich bar is stocked with a wealth of fresh produce and plant-based proteins, including edamame, chickpeas, quinoa, and tofu. This bar is a great place to build a satisfying and nutritious meal.
• Vegan Dessert: While we are currently working on expanding our vegan dessert offerings, we typically provide vegan soft serve ice cream. Our ice cream machine is under repair, with parts expected to arrive soon, so please stay tuned for updates!

Food Court

• Pizza: Our pizza dough is naturally vegan, and you can substitute vegan cheese on any pizza. Try our delicious Vegan Tikka Masala 14" pizza, available by the slice on Mondays!
• Burgers: Find a plant-based burger patty, vegan cheese, and crispy French fries at our Burgers station.
• Burritos & Bowls: Customize your meal with plant-based steak or a veggie option for burritos, bowls, or quesadillas. Plus, enjoy classic Chips and Guac and Salsa.
• Subs & Wraps: Build a delicious veggie sandwich or wrap. We recommend trying our Roasted Pepper Hummus for plant-based protein and our Plant-Based American cheese.
• Studio 1208: Try the Grilled Chicken Salad and substitute our handmade falafel to make it vegan.

Northern Shores Coffee Shop

• Tropical Pineapple Smoothie: A refreshing and vegan-friendly smoothie option.
• Strawberry Balsamic Wrap: A delicious and nutritious vegan-friendly wrap perfect for lunch.
• Plain Bagels: Enjoy our vegan-friendly plain bagels.
• Fresh Fruit: Choose from fresh-cut fruit or whole fruits like bananas and apples for a healthy snack.
• Milk Substitutes: Customize your coffee or tea with almond or oat milk.

The Grind & The Gadget

• Vegan-Friendly Beverages: Choose from a variety of bottled beverages that are vegan-friendly.
• Fresh-Cut Fruit: Grab a healthy snack with our fresh-cut fruit options.
• Rotating Options: Both The Grind and The Gadget offer rotating vegan options, so be sure to stop by frequently to discover new, delicious plant-based choices.

We're Here to Help!

If you're ever in need of assistance finding vegan options or have any specific requests, our team is happy to help. Feel free to ask a staff member, or visit our on-site manager in Superior Dining, whose office is located right in the dining area. You can also contact us directly with any feedback or suggestions for improvement.

Together, we're working to enhance the vegan dining experience at UMD—because everyone deserves a great meal!