Meal Plans 101

Having a meal plan means more than just convenience - it's your key to enjoying craveable meals across campus. With chef-inspired menus, local ingredients, and sustainable practices, your dining experience is as dynamic as campus life.

Meal Plan FAQs

Have questions about your Meal Plan? Our FAQs are here to help you learn everything you need to manage your plan and make the most of campus dining. From how to get started to maximizing your benefits, you’ll find the answers you need right here.

New for Fall 2026

Mark your calendar! Each semester, important dates like the start of meal plan usage, when to make changes, and deadlines for billing and sign-ups keeps your plan running smoothly.

September 8, 2025 - Fall
You have until the meal plan changes deadline each semester to modify your meal plan selection. To do so, visit MyHousing within the TUportal.
January 25, 2026 - Spring
You have until the meal plan changes deadline each semester to modify your meal plan selection. To do so, visit MyHousing within the TUportal.

New Coming to Fall 2026

Explore the latest dining updates, new offerings, and exciting enhancements coming to Temple Culinary Services in Fall 2026!

House-Made Sushi Coming to Esposito Dining Center
We’re introducing housemade sushi to Esposito Dining Center (a.k.a. The Dish at J&H), available Monday through Friday from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m. Students can enjoy a rotating selection that includes fan‑favorites like California and shrimp tempura rolls, along with popular sides like seaweed salad – adding freshness, variety, and excitement to the all‑you‑care‑to‑eat experience.
Rolling Hills Coffee Co. Coffee & Cold Brew in Esposito Dining Center
Guests will be able to enjoy Rolling Hills Coffee Co., a student‑conceptualized craft coffee roaster known for high‑quality, responsibly sourced beans, at Esposito Dining Center (a.k.a. The Dish at J&H). The addition of fresh coffee and cold brew will enhance residential dining and support students’ daily routines from morning classes to late‑afternoon study sessions.
Purple Allergy Leader Program in Esposito Dining Center
Esposito Dining Center (a.k.a. The Dish at J&H) will launch the Purple Allergy Leader (PAL) Program. Easily identifiable by their purple uniforms, trained team members will support guests with food allergies and dietary restrictions by answering ingredient questions in real time – helping students dine with greater confidence and peace of mind.
The Art of Bread is Getting a Fresh New Look
The Art of Bread at Tyler School of Art will debut a bold brand refresh alongside expanded menu offerings, enhancing the guest experience for the University community.
Esposito Dining Center Expands Halal Dining Options
Esposito Dining Center (a.k.a. The Dish at J&H) will transition to halal-certified chicken as the default across all stations, incorporated into menu favorites and prepared using approved halal handling procedures, with eligible items identified by a logo on menu boards.

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