Meal Plans
Dining is an important part of campus life. Our meal plans are designed to complement your academic experience by providing convenient access to meals that fit busy schedules, individual preferences, and different living situations.
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Dining Services
Supporting campus life with convenient dining options that fit your schedule.
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Fuel for Campus Life
Great food is part of the Otter experience. Dining Services at Cal State Monterey Bay offers flexible, convenient options designed to fit student lifestyles while supporting wellness, sustainability and community.
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Wellness and Sustainability
At Cal State Monterey Bay, we’re committed to the health and well-being of our campus community and the planet we share. That commitment shows up every day in the meals we serve, with a focus on sustainability, balanced nutrition and responsible food practices across our dining operations.
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The Eatery (Dining Commons)
For one meal swipe or a single meal purchase, enjoy The Eatery, our all-you-care-to-enjoy residential dining commons. The Eatery features eight inclusive dining concepts with a wide variety of fresh, flavorful options to suit different tastes and dietary needs.
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Menus, Locations and Hours
Otter Kitchens offers a range of dining choices across campus — from The Eatery dining commons to popular options like Starbucks, Sono, Burger 831 and more.
Catering
From meetings to milestone celebrations, our catering team brings experience, creativity and attention to detail to every event. Chartwells is committed to delivering high-quality catering services that make campus events memorable and seamless.
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Feedback
At Cal State Monterey Bay, we aim to be extraordinary in everything we do — and your feedback helps us get there. We welcome your thoughts, ideas and suggestions to continue improving the dining experience.
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Employment
Interested in working with Dining Services? Explore current job opportunities and become part of a team that supports campus life every day.
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Hungry for More Info?
Questions about campus dining, food options, meal plans or catering? The Otter Kitchens office is available to provide information and support.
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