FAQ
frequently asked questions
Q:
Am I required to purchase a dining plan?
A:
ll undergraduate residents are required to
A
purchase a dining plan at Hofstra University.
Who can I speak to if I have dietary
Q: restrictions?
A: We have a registered dietician
available for one-on-one counseling.
For more information, please visit
hofstra.edu/askthenutritionist.
Q:
Can I change my dining plan?
You can make changes to your plan up until
A: the third week of the semester. If you are
running low on points, you can add money
at any time at My.Hofstra.edu.
Will my unused points carry over from one
Q: semester to the next?
Points may be carried over from the fall
A:
to the spring semester provided that you
purchase a plan of equal or higher value for
the spring. All points are forfeited the day
after spring commencement.
Q:
Where can I find additional information?
A:
lease visit our website at
P
hofstra.edu/dining or call 516-463-6662.
Can I add points to my meal plan if I am
Q:
running low?
A: You can add points to your meal plan at any
time! Simply log in to My.Hofstra.edu and
click “Hofstra on-line.” Under the student
services tab, click “Make a deposit to
Hofstra card.”
Dining Plans
… so you never have to search
for loose change again!
We offer flexible dining plans that help you
stay within your budget and save money.
All incoming first-year residents are required
to purchase dining plan 7, 6 or 5. Other
students can take advantage of plans 7
through 2; plan 1 is available for commuting
students only. All purchases made with the
dining plan are sales tax-free. Just swipe your
HofstraCard at one of our 15 dining locations,
and points are deducted automatically.
PLAN 7 Provides you with 2,230 points
Cost per semester: $2,230
Suggested daily usage: $19
PLAN 6 Provides you with 2,095 points
Cost per semester: $2,095
Suggested daily usage: $18
Top 5 Reasons
to eat on campus
5. Variety
With 15 dining locations on
campus that accept dining
plan points, your cravings
are sure to be satisfied.
New items and concepts
are always being added!
4. Location
Our dining facilities are
conveniently located
throughout campus, so you
can quickly grab a meal or
drink without losing your
parking space or going out
of your way.
PLAN 5 Provides you with 1,930 points
3. Convenience
PLAN 4 Provides you with 1,735 points
All 15 dining locations
accept the HofstraCard,
cash and credit cards.
Grab-and-go items are
also offered in each café.
Cost per semester: $1,930
Suggested daily usage: $16
Cost per semester: $1,735
Suggested daily usage: $15
PLAN 3 Provides you with 1,575 points
Cost per semester: $1,575
Suggested daily usage: $13
PLAN 2 Provides you with 850 points
Cost per semester: $850
Suggested daily usage: $7
PLAN 1 Provides you with 448 points
Cost per semester: $448
For commuting students only.
These rates are estimated for the 2014-2015 academic
year. The Office of the Bursar/Student Accounts sends
fall semester bills to all new students in mid-June that
reflect the actual 2014-2015 dining plan rates.
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2. Flexibility
We have a 24-hour
convenience store and many
other locations with early
morning and late-night
hours, so a great meal or
snack is never out of reach!
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where to Eat?
At Hofstra University, we strive to create a
home-away-from-home experience for you by
providing the highest-quality dining services
while you pursue your educational goals. With
an array of dining concepts and cuisine, you are
sure to find just what you’re looking for.
t Dutch Treats
Hof USA, North Campus
516-463-5135
Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, this classic
convenience store is your one-stop shop on campus.
t Eli’s Kosher Kitchen
t Law School Kiosk
Maurice A. Deane School of Law at
Hofstra University, South Campus
516-463-7155
Located on the main level, the Law School kiosk offers a variety
of beverages, salads, bagels, kosher entrees and snacks.
Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
For additional information, visit hofstra.edu/dining.
Hours of service are subject to change.
Hours may differ by station within each location.
Sondra and David S. Mack Student Center
North Campus
t Nathan’s Famous
516-463-6663
516-463-5950
t Au Bon Pain
Hot and cold kosher food is served under the supervision of
Rabbi Yehuda Kelemer.
®
California Avenue, South Campus
516-463-5064
This bakery café with French heritage features sandwiches,
salads, soups, baked goods, and more.
Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m.-9 p.m.
Friday, 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
t Breslin Kiosk
Breslin Hall, South Campus
516-463-4754
Located on the main level of one of Hofstra’s busiest
classroom buildings, the Breslin kiosk features a variety of
drinks (including Seattle’s Best Coffee®), snacks, sandwiches,
salads and fresh-baked items for students on the go.
Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Friday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
t Café Bistro at Bits ‘n’ Bytes
Memorial Hall, South Campus
516-463-6669
This newly renovated location has five full-service stations
that feature gourmet cuisine, including Red Mango®,
BYOB (Build Your Own Burger), UPick Chopped Salads,
and a Panini Shoppe.
Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m.-9 p.m.
Friday, 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
t Cyber Café
Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
Friday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
t Green Mountain Coffee
Monday-Friday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
Saturday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
t Netherlands Café
516-463-7036
516-463-5950
Coffee is more than just something to drink. It connects us
to each other, and to the rest of the world. We’re passionate
about great coffee and we’re anxious to share that passion
with you. Come down to the Library Café to try one of our
many blends.
Netherlands Complex, North Campus
This fun and interactive venue features three full-service
stations, a salad bar.
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
Roosevelt Quad, South Campus
516-463-6536
The café serves Starbucks® beverages, Au Bon Pain® soups
and bottled beverages, and offers assorted
grab-and-go items.
Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m.
Friday, 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
t Starr Café
Main Level, C.V. Starr Hall, South Campus
516-463-3664
Our recently renovated café features Peet’s Coffee and
Tea, and assortment of hot and cold grab-and-go entrees,
specialty salads, pastries, snacks, and bottled beverages.
Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m.-9 p.m.
Friday, 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
t Student Center Café
Sondra and David S. Mack Student Center
North Campus
516-463-6662
With more than 10 full-service stations, a salad bar, smoothie
shop, and a wide variety of grab-and-go items, the Student
Center Café can satisfy any craving.
Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-11 p.m.
Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday, 1-8 p.m.
t Sbarro
Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m.-9 p.m.
Friday, 7:30 a.m.-8 p.m.
Saturday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
t Hof Usa
516-463-6595
t Subway®
Hof USA, North Campus
516-463-5132
Socialize with your friends and grab a delicious bite to eat.
Sondra and David S. Mack Student Center
North Campus
Sbarro’s famous pizza is only the beginning of the Sbarro
culinary adventure. We offer sumptuous entrees, pastas,
salads and sandwiches – tastes to fit every palate.
Sunday-Thursday, 5 p.m.-2 a.m.
Friday and Saturday, 5 p.m.-3 a.m.
Monday-Friday, 11 a.m.-2 a.m.
Saturday and Sunday, noon-2 a.m.
Delivery: Sunday-Thursday, 8 p.m.-1 a.m.
t Java Connect
t Starbucks® at Café on the Corner
Netherlands Complex, North Campus
516-463-5950
516-463-2652
Grab a coffee, espresso or smoothie at Java Connect,
which features Seattle’s Best Coffee®.
Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Nathan’s offers a menu of quality and variety anchored by our
world famous beef hot dogs and crinkle cut French Fries.
Nathan’s menu offerings also include Hamburgers,
Cheesesteaks, and Nathan’s Chicken Classics.
Main Level, Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library
South Campus
Hagedorn Hall, South Campus
This café offers an assortment of fresh-brewed coffee,
specialty sandwiches and salads, fresh-baked muffins and
pastries, snacks and bottled beverages. Choose from our
daily hot breakfast, lunch and soup specials.
Netherlands Complex, North Campus
t Starbucks® at Café on the Quad
Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-10 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
Sondra and David S. Mack Student Center
North Campus
516-463-6663
The café serves Starbucks® beverages as well as a variety of
delicious scones, muffins, pastries and cupcakes.
Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.
Friday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Netherlands Complex, North Campus
516-463-5950
Enjoy a full-service Subway® here on campus, featuring all your
favorite sandwiches, salads and cookies.
Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
t Taro 13
Sondra and David S. Mack Student Center
North Campus
516-463-6663
This Asian fusion concept features made-to-order sushi
and other specialties.
Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Friday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.