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Northside Café

Welcome to Northside Café! We're located on the north side of campus, between Northside Residence Hall and Regents Residence Hall. Our dining center has a modern look, making the space feel open and welcoming to all students.

Daily Specials

    Thursday's Menus

  • Breakfast

    Bakery

    Orange Cranberry Walnut Muffin

    • Eggs Gluten/Wheat Milk Pork Soy Tree Nuts

    Blueberry Turnover

    • Vegan Vegetarian
    • Gluten/Wheat

    Zucchini Sweet Bread

    • Vegetarian
    • Eggs Gluten/Wheat Milk

    Mini Apple Spice Bread Loaf

    • Halal Vegan Vegetarian
    • Gluten/Wheat

    Snail Danish

    • Halal Vegetarian
    • Eggs Gluten/Wheat Milk Soy

    Mini Raspberry Coffee Cake

    • Vegetarian
    • Eggs Gluten/Wheat Milk Soy

    Lemon Poppy Seed Muffin

    • Vegetarian
    • Eggs Gluten/Wheat Milk

    Build-a-Breakfast Sandwich

    Coug Breakfast Sandwich w/Cheese

    • Halal Vegetarian
    • Eggs Gluten/Wheat Milk Soy

    Coug Breakfast Sandwich w/Sausage

    • Eggs Gluten/Wheat Milk Pork Soy

    Chef's Creation

    Zucchini Frittata Muffin

    • Gluten Friendly Halal Vegetarian
    • Eggs Milk

    Avocado Toast w/Pico de Gallo

    • Halal Vegan Vegetarian
    • Gluten/Wheat

    Scrambled Eggs to Order

    • Gluten Friendly Halal Vegetarian
    • Eggs

    Bacon (3 Slices)

    • Allergen-Friendly Gluten Friendly
    • Pork

    Omelet To Order

    • Gluten Friendly Halal Vegetarian
    • Eggs Milk Pork

    Eggs To Order

    • Gluten Friendly Halal Vegetarian
    • Eggs

    Buttermilk Pancake w/Toppings

    • Halal Vegetarian
    • Gluten/Wheat Milk Soy

    Waffle w/Topping

    • Halal Vegetarian
    • Eggs Gluten/Wheat Milk

    Hash Brown Patties (2)

    • Halal Vegan Vegetarian
    • Soy

    Southwest Roasted Red Potatoes (SPE)

    • Allergen-Friendly Gluten Friendly Halal Vegan Vegetarian

    Hot Cereal

    Snoqualmie Falls Oatmeal (SPE)

    • Halal Vegan Vegetarian
    • Gluten/Wheat
  • Lunch

    Chef's Curry

    Brown Rice (SPE)

    • Allergen-Friendly Gluten Friendly Halal Vegan Vegetarian

    Jasmine Rice

    • Allergen-Friendly Gluten Friendly Halal Vegan Vegetarian

    East Indian Lentils

    • Allergen-Friendly Gluten Friendly Halal Vegan Vegetarian

    Roasted Eggplant (SPE)

    • Allergen-Friendly Gluten Friendly Halal Vegan Vegetarian

    Steamed Rainbow Cauliflower (SPE)

    • Allergen-Friendly Gluten Friendly Halal Vegan Vegetarian

    Fresh Carrots (SPE)

    • Allergen-Friendly Gluten Friendly Halal Vegan Vegetarian

    Pineapple Raita

    • Gluten Friendly Halal Vegetarian
    • Milk

    Mint Coriander Raita

    • Gluten Friendly Halal Vegetarian
    • Milk

    Chana Masala (Indian Chickpea Curry)

    • Allergen-Friendly Gluten Friendly Halal Vegan Vegetarian

    Chicken Tikka Masala

    • Gluten Friendly
    • Milk

    Bombay Shrimp Curry

    • Gluten Friendly
    • Coconut Shellfish

    Apple Chutney

    • Allergen-Friendly Gluten Friendly Halal Vegan Vegetarian

    Tomato Chutney

    • Allergen-Friendly Gluten Friendly Halal Vegan Vegetarian

    Bakery

    Assorted Chocolate Lentil Cakes

    • Vegetarian
    • Coconut Eggs Gluten/Wheat Milk Soy Tree Nuts

    White Cake w/Assorted Toppings

    • Vegetarian
    • Eggs Gluten/Wheat Milk Soy

    Salted Caramel Brownie

    • Vegetarian
    • Eggs Gluten/Wheat Milk Soy

    Blueberry Oat Bar

    • Halal Vegan Vegetarian
    • Gluten/Wheat Soy

    Big Cat Grille

    Grilled Chicken Burger

    • Gluten/Wheat Sesame

    Gardein Black Bean Burger

    • Halal Vegan Vegetarian
    • Gluten/Wheat Sesame Soy

    Cheeseburger

    • Gluten/Wheat Milk Sesame

    Chicken Strips

    • Gluten/Wheat Soy

    Grilled Cheese Sandwich

    • Halal Vegetarian
    • Gluten/Wheat Milk Soy

    French Fries w/Potato Skin

    • Vegan Vegetarian
    • Soy

    Deli

    Tuna Salad

    • Gluten Friendly Halal
    • Eggs Fish Soy

    Tofu Salad (SPE)

    • Gluten Friendly Halal Vegan Vegetarian
    • Soy

    Deli Bar

    Natural

    Pho Bar

    • Allergen-Friendly Gluten Friendly Vegan Option Available

    Presto Pizza

    Presto Made-To-Order Pizza

    • Vegan Option Available
    • Eggs Gluten/Wheat Milk Pork

    Presto Made-To-Order Pizza (2-Topping)

    • Vegan Option Available
    • Eggs Gluten/Wheat Milk Pork

    Ice Cream Cookie

    • Vegetarian
    • Eggs Gluten/Wheat Milk Soy

    Build Your Own Sandwich

    • Vegan Option Available
    • Eggs Gluten/Wheat Milk

    Buld Your Own Sandwich with Protein

    • Vegan Option Available
    • Eggs Gluten/Wheat Milk Pork Soy

    Salads

    Salad Bar

    • Gluten Friendly Vegan Option Available
    • Milk

    Fruit & Yogurt Bar

    • Vegetarian
    • Coconut Milk Soy Tree Nuts

    Black Bean & Quinoa Salad

    • Gluten Friendly Vegan Vegetarian
    • Soy

    Broccoli Cashew Salad w/Bacon

    • Gluten Friendly
    • Eggs Pork Soy Tree Nuts

    Macaroni Salad

    • Halal Vegetarian
    • Eggs Gluten/Wheat Milk Soy

    Princess Fruit Salad w/Walnuts

    • Gluten Friendly
    • Coconut Pork Soy Tree Nuts

    Soups

    Vegetable Rice Soup

    • Gluten Friendly Halal Vegetarian
    • Milk Soy

    Louisiana Chicken, Sausage, Shrimp Gumbo

    • Gluten Friendly
    • Pork Shellfish Soy
  • Dinner

    Chef's Creation

    Mexi Corn (SPE)

    • Allergen-Friendly Gluten Friendly Halal Vegan Vegetarian

    Refried Beans (SPE)

    • Allergen-Friendly Gluten Friendly Halal Vegan Vegetarian

    Fajita Vegetable Mix

    • Allergen-Friendly Gluten Friendly Halal Vegan Vegetarian

    Bean & Vegetable Tostada (SPE)

    • Gluten Friendly Halal Vegetarian
    • Milk

    Pork Fajita

    • Gluten/Wheat Milk Pork

    Authentic Mexican Rice

    • Allergen-Friendly Gluten Friendly

    Pork Tamale

    • Gluten Friendly
    • Milk Pork Soy

    Poblano, Spinach, & Cheese Tamale

    • Gluten Friendly Halal Vegetarian
    • Milk

    Bakery

    Assorted Chocolate Lentil Cakes

    • Vegetarian
    • Coconut Eggs Gluten/Wheat Milk Soy Tree Nuts

    White Cake w/Assorted Toppings

    • Vegetarian
    • Eggs Gluten/Wheat Milk Soy

    Salted Caramel Brownie

    • Vegetarian
    • Eggs Gluten/Wheat Milk Soy

    Blueberry Oat Bar

    • Halal Vegan Vegetarian
    • Gluten/Wheat Soy

    Big Cat Grille

    Grilled Chicken Burger

    • Gluten/Wheat Sesame

    Gardein Black Bean Burger

    • Halal Vegan Vegetarian
    • Gluten/Wheat Sesame Soy

    Cheeseburger

    • Gluten/Wheat Milk Sesame

    Chicken Strips

    • Gluten/Wheat Soy

    Grilled Cheese Sandwich

    • Halal Vegetarian
    • Gluten/Wheat Milk Soy

    French Fries w/Potato Skin

    • Vegan Vegetarian
    • Soy

    Deli

    Tuna Salad

    • Gluten Friendly Halal
    • Eggs Fish Soy

    Tofu Salad (SPE)

    • Gluten Friendly Halal Vegan Vegetarian
    • Soy

    Deli Bar

    Natural

    Pho Bar

    • Allergen-Friendly Gluten Friendly Vegan Option Available

    Presto Pizza

    Presto Made-To-Order Pizza

    • Vegan Option Available
    • Eggs Gluten/Wheat Milk Pork

    Presto Made-To-Order Pizza (2-Topping)

    • Vegan Option Available
    • Eggs Gluten/Wheat Milk Pork

    Ice Cream Cookie

    • Vegetarian
    • Eggs Gluten/Wheat Milk Soy

    Build Your Own Sandwich

    • Vegan Option Available
    • Eggs Gluten/Wheat Milk

    Buld Your Own Sandwich with Protein

    • Vegan Option Available
    • Eggs Gluten/Wheat Milk Pork Soy

    Salads

    Salad Bar

    • Gluten Friendly Vegan Option Available
    • Milk

    Fruit & Yogurt Bar

    • Vegetarian
    • Coconut Milk Soy Tree Nuts

    Black Bean & Quinoa Salad

    • Gluten Friendly Vegan Vegetarian
    • Soy

    Broccoli Cashew Salad w/Bacon

    • Gluten Friendly
    • Eggs Pork Soy Tree Nuts

    Macaroni Salad

    • Halal Vegetarian
    • Eggs Gluten/Wheat Milk Soy

    Princess Fruit Salad w/Walnuts

    • Gluten Friendly
    • Coconut Pork Soy Tree Nuts

    Soups

    Vegetable Rice Soup

    • Gluten Friendly Halal Vegetarian
    • Milk Soy

    Louisiana Chicken, Sausage, Shrimp Gumbo

    • Gluten Friendly
    • Pork Shellfish Soy

Everyday Choices

Omelet Bar

Our breakfast selection includes custom-made omelets with a variety of toppings.

Cereal, Yogurt, and Fruit

Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday: 10:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday: 10:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.

Looking for something quick and simple? We have a selection of single-serve cold cereal, as well as packaged cups of fresh fruit. Or, try one of our new yogurt parfaits, made with fresh fruit, locally sourced granola, organic whole milk yogurt. Non-dairy milks are always available.

Gluten-Free Options

Check out our gluten-free zone for a variety of gluten-free muffins, cookies, bagels, and breads. Our gluten-free zone also houses a separate toaster with a lock combination reserved for students with severe allergies to gluten/wheat. For more information, see a chef or a manager in the dining centers, or contact our dietitian at alice.ma@wsu.edu or at 509-335-4785.

Big Cat Grille and Deli

Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday: 10:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday: 10:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.

Order from our daily grill options of burgers, veggie burgers, sandwiches, chicken strips, fries, and more! Customize your burger by adding bacon, cheese, mushrooms, onions, or one of our many sauces. Gluten-free burgers and sandwiches can be made on request.

Field of Greens

Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday: 10:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday: 10:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.

Our salads are much more than just vegetables! Build your own salad or grab a freshly prepared premade salad. Or if you're craving a warm meal, try one of our homemade soups.

Soups

Hours of Operation:
Monday – Sunday: 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.; 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Craving a warm meal? Try one of our homemade soups! Options rotate daily, with at least one vegetarian soup offered each day.

Deli

Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday: 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.; 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday: 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.; 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Made fresh daily, our grab and go sandwiches and wraps offer a variety of both hearty and lighter options. Keep it simple with our classic deli meat, cheese, and veggie combinations, or try something a little different with our California veggie sandwich, teriyaki chicken wrap, or quinoa taco wrap!

Breakfast

Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday: 7:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Saturday-Sunday: 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Start your day off with a hearty breakfast with our selection of eggs, tofu scrambles, bacon, pancakes, and potatoes. In a hurry? Try our rotating selection of wrapped breakfast sandwiches and burritos.

Presto Pizza and Pasta

Create a custom pizza using a variety of fresh, delicious toppings at Presto. Gluten-free crust and dairy-free cheese are available to create a pizza to meet almost any dietary need! Presto also serves a selection of pasta, sandwiches, and salads.

Chef's Creations

Hours of Operation
Lunch: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Mon-Fri
Weekend Brunch: 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Sat-Sun
Dinner: 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Mon-Sun

Grab a comforting, warm dinner or weekend brunch from Chef’s Creations, from familiar favorites to dishes that will excite your palate with new flavors! With a menu that changes daily, we offer a variety of healthy and indulgent options, including grilled chicken breast and fish, roast beef, grilled tofu kabobs, vegetable wellingtons, and a mac and cheese bar.

Natural

Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 2 p.m.; 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Sunday: 4:30-7:00 p.m.

The Natural station is a gluten-friendly, allergen-friendly platform that excludes the top-eight common allergens. Create your own rice bowl with your choice of sauce, vegetables, and protein. Northside’s Natural station is open for lunch and dinner every weekday, and dinner on the weekends, with options rotating weekly.

Chef's Creations

Hours of Operation
Lunch: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Mon-Fri
Weekend Brunch: 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Sat-Sun
Dinner: 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Mon-Sun

Grab a comforting, warm dinner or weekend brunch from Chef’s Creations, from familiar favorites to dishes that will excite your palate with new flavors! With a menu that changes daily, we offer a variety of healthy and indulgent options, including grilled chicken breast and fish, roast beef, grilled tofu kabobs, vegetable wellingtons, and a mac and cheese bar.

Bakery

Hours of Operation

Monday - Friday: 7:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday: 8:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.

Baked and packaged right here on campus, our selection of pastries, breads, cookies, and other baked goods are here when you just need a sweet treat. From banana bread to our famous lentil chocolate cake, as well as several vegan baked goods, we’ve got options to satisfy any dessert craving. Prepackaged gluten-free pastries are also available upon request.

Presto Pizza

Hours of Operation

Monday-Friday: 10:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday: 10:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.

Choose from our classic pizza and pasta creations or featured specials at Presto! Or create a custom build using a variety of fresh, delicious toppings available, including gluten-free crust, dairy-free cheese, and a variety of protein choices.

Presto Pizza

Hours of Operation

Monday-Friday: 10:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday: 10:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.

Choose from our classic pizza and pasta creations or featured specials at Presto! Or create a custom build using a variety of fresh, delicious toppings available, including gluten-free crust, dairy-free cheese, and a variety of protein choices.

Hours of Operation

Monday-Friday: 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.;  4:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday: 10:30 a.m. –2 p.m.;  4:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Enjoy custom-built hot and cold deli sandwiches.

Spring Hours of Operation

Monday - Friday
Breakfast/Lunch: 7:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.      Snack Time 2 -4:30p.m.
Dinner: 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Saturday - Sunday
Breakfast/Lunch: 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.        Snack Time 2 -4:30p.m.
Dinner: 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Hours subject to change during holidays and break schedules.