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SlugShare works with all UCSC dining locations that accept Slug Points. This guide covers dining halls, markets, cafes, and additional food resources on campus.

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Dining Halls

All dining halls accept Slug Points and follow standard meal pricing:
  • Breakfast: 12.60 points
  • Lunch: 13.65 points
  • Dinner: 14.70 points
  • Late Night: 13.65 points
Hours:
  • Monday: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Thursday: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Friday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Saturday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Sunday: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
One of the most popular dining halls, offering extended hours most days of the week.
Hours:
  • Monday-Friday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Saturday-Sunday: Closed
This dining hall is closed on weekends.
Hours:
  • Monday-Friday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Saturday-Sunday: Closed
This dining hall closes earlier and is closed on weekends.
Hours:
  • Monday: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Thursday: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Friday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Saturday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Sunday: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Full weekend hours with extended weeknight service.
Hours:
  • Monday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Thursday: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Friday: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Saturday: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Sunday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Extended hours Tuesday through Saturday.

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Markets

On-campus markets accept Slug Points for groceries and grab-and-go meals.
Hours:
  • Monday-Friday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Saturday-Sunday: Closed
Conveniently located near Merrill College with groceries, snacks, and ready-to-eat meals.
Hours:
  • Monday-Friday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Saturday-Sunday: Closed
Opens early for breakfast items. Also accepts EBT/CalFresh benefits.

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Cafes and Restaurants

Casual dining options across campus that accept Slug Points.
Hours:
  • Monday-Friday: 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Saturday-Sunday: Closed
Late-night food option when dining halls close.
Hours:
  • Monday-Thursday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday-Sunday: Closed
International cuisine and coffee bar.
Hours:
  • Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Saturday-Sunday: Closed
Cafe-style dining at Oakes College.
Hours:
  • Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Saturday-Sunday: Closed
Student-favorite coffee shop and casual dining spot.
Hours:
  • Monday-Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Saturday-Sunday: Closed
Located in the main campus center.
Hours:
  • Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday-Sunday: Closed
Quick-service cafe.
Hours:
  • Monday-Friday: 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Saturday-Sunday: Closed
Lunch-only bistro with daily specials.

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Perks Coffee Bars

Convenient coffee bars in academic buildings.
Hours:
  • Monday-Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday-Sunday: Closed
Located in the Baskin Engineering building.
Hours:
  • Monday-Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday-Sunday: Closed
Coffee bar in the EMS building.
Hours:
  • Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday-Sunday: Closed
Quick coffee stop in Physical Sciences.

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Food Pantries (Free Resources)

These locations provide free food and don’t require Slug Points.
Location: Rachel Carson College Café (formerly College Eight Café)Hours:
  • Monday: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Grad Students Only 2-5 PM)
  • Thursday: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Saturday-Sunday: Closed
Self-serve pantry with fresh produce, dry goods, and hygiene items. Choice-based with no limits—take what you need!Visit Instagram →
Location: Near Cowell/Stevenson Dining HallHours:
  • Monday-Friday: 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Saturday-Sunday: Closed
Student-run, non-transactional café serving free soups, curries, baked goods, coffee, salads, and bagels. Just show your UCSC student ID. Bring a reusable mug for hot drinks!Visit Linktree →
Location: Cardiff HouseHours:
  • Tuesday-Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Monday, Saturday-Sunday: Closed
Year-round free cultural food pantry open to all, fully stocked with pasta, ramen, Japanese curry, rice, oatmeal, beans, soups, sauces, and snacks.Learn more →
There are many more food pantries on campus including Terry Freitas Commons, Ethnic Resource Center’s Food Pantry, Family Student Housing Pantry, Lionel Cantu Queer Center Pantry, SlugCents Pantry, engaging education Nutrition Lounge, and STARRS Personal Care Pantry. Visit the UCSC Basic Needs website for complete information.

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Additional Food Resources

Short-term assistance available to any enrolled student facing immediate food insecurity. Emergency assistance is available up to twice a year through the Swipes for Slugs request form.Access the form →
Eligible students can receive up to $291/month for groceries on an EBT card usable at Porter Market, Merrill Market, Produce Pop-Up, Trader Joe’s, Safeway, Costco, and many farmers’ markets.Apply for CalFresh →
Shop affordable, organic produce and flowers grown on the UCSC Farm. EBT accepted and doubles up to $10 with Market Match!Schedule:
  • Wednesday 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM at McHenry Library
  • Friday 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM at Science & Engineering Library
Visit Instagram →

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Using SlugShare with Locations

When creating a donation request on SlugShare, select the dining location where you’ll be eating. This helps donors know:
  • When you need the points (based on meal times)
  • Which location to meet at (if coordinating in person)
  • How much you’re requesting (based on standard meal pricing)
Hours may vary by quarter and during finals week. Check UCSC Dining for the most current schedules.

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