Dining
Whether you're grabbing a quick bite or enjoying a meal with friends, you'll find a variety of convenient dining options at Dakota State University. The main dining hall serves daily entrées, fresh salads, pizza, baked goods, and more, while the campus convenience store is perfect for meals on the go. All locations accept meal plan flex dollars and Trojan Silver, making it easy to dine when and where it suits you.
In partnership with Sodexo Dining Services, our menus are designed to accommodate a wide range of dietary needs. DSU offers flexible meal plans for students, faculty, and staff, tailored to fit different schedules and preferences. Explore our meal plan options and find the one that best fits your needs.

DSU dining options
Located in the Trojan Center, the Trojan Marketplace is our primary dining hall on campus. It offers a variety of daily options, including home-style meals, fresh salads, pizza, deli selections, and baked goods.
Weekday hours
- Continental: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
- Light lunch: 1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Weekend hours
Use your Trojan Card to dine in or take your meal to go. Click on each spot below for hours, menus, and additional details.
Kalamata at The Queue
Kalamata, located in The Queue, serves Mediterranean-inspired meals Monday through Friday during lunch hours. You can customize your meal with options such as falafel, naan, seasoned proteins, fresh vegetables, and traditional sauces.
Starbucks @ 8th Street Square
Starbucks, located in the Residence Village, is a campus favorite offering freshly brewed coffee, handcrafted espresso drinks, Tazo Teas, and a selection of pastries and sweet treats.
Bits 'n Bytes C-Store is our campus convenience store located in the Trojan Center. It offers a range of prepared meals, snacks, and grocery items suitable for in-room cooking. Students can use their meal plan flex dollars to purchase everyday essentials or grab something quick between classes.
Meal plan options

Whether you're a resident, commuter, or faculty member, we offer a variety of flexible meal plans to suit your needs. Residents can choose from six different options, each including dining hall meals and flex dollars. All dining locations, including vending machines, are accessed with your Trojan Card.
If you have allergies or dietary restrictions, please explore available nutrition information and alternative options that meet your needs.
Sodexo, in partnership with Dakota State University, offers a great selection of fresh foods and varied menus for all your catering needs.
For questions about the Trojan Silver Card, mobile ID, vending services, lost or stolen cards, or card management, please contact Card Services. For further inquiries, reach out to Kim Wermers at ITS.