The Freeman Center Cafe is a Kosher establishment under rabbinical supervision, operated in partnership with Duke Dining and Jewish Life at Duke, serving made-to-order kosher deli classics, Mediterranean-inspired meals, and other favorites.
Locations & Menus
East & Central Campus
Duke is home to one of the most innovative, dynamic and cutting-edge collegiate dining programs in the country. No matter where you are at Duke, there's someplace you can go to find what you're looking for when the craving hits you. Our award-winning program features more than 45 restaurants and cafes with an abundance of options and nutritious choices that helped Duke earn top rankings as one of the best campuses for college dining!
Location: Freeman Center for Jewish Life, 1415 Faber St.
Phone: 919-684-1331
Please know that with any large-food service corporation cross-contamination can occur and we ask that you notify the manager on-site of your particular allergy so that we can provide you with the best possible information. We take food allergies seriously and will label to the best of our ability.
Accepts Cash, Food Points & Flex
Location: Nasher Museum of Art
Phone: 919-684-6032
Manager: Aidan Peters
Owner/Operator: George Bakatsias
Nasher Cafe accepts Food Points!
This sit-down restaurant serves a variety of locally grown and organic dishes, as well as upscale desserts and cappuccino-style beverages.
These food items are made without the listed allergens to the best of our knowledge. Please know that with any large-food service corporation cross-contamination can occur and we ask that you notify the manager on-site of your particular allergy so that we can provide you with the best possible information. We take food allergies seriously and will label to the best of our ability.
DAILY DEVIL DEALS ($5.00 or less)
- Soup du Jour & Ciabatta - $4.00
- Hummus & Pita - $5.00
- Fruit Salad/ Quinoa Salad/ Pesto Salad/ French Potato Salad/ Organic Field Green Salad - $3.50
- Grilled Cheese w/ Tomato - $5.00
Location: Duke Gardens
Phone: 919-660-3957
Manager: Jessica Bishton
Owner/Operator: Eric Dailey
Take a break at the Duke Gardens and enjoy fresh-made sandwiches and salads, ice cream bars, gourmet baked treats, and hot and cold beverages.
DAILY DEVIL DEALS ($5.00 or less)
Your choice of a LocoPop popsicle & Bottled Water
Location: East Union
Phone: 919-660-3981
Manager: Tammy Hope
Duke Dining is the FIRST college/university dining program to be FARECheck Gold certified with Marketplace and Trinity Café being nut-free-friendly! Find out more here!
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Marketplace, a 3 star Green Restaurant Association certified dining location features an all-you-care-to-eat* breakfast, dinner, and weekend brunch and an a-la-carte weekday lunch.
There are 8 venues at Marketplace to include:
Wood-Fired: Pizza made on-site in our brick wood-fired pizza oven.
Cucina: Deli-style venue for lunch and Durham Market southern fare for dinner.
Harvest: Harvest offers house-made vegetarian and vegan menu items.
Fusion: Rotates weekly between Stir-Fry and Taqueria Bar.
Durham Market: Grab a true taste of the South with our comfort foods and down-home, southern-style cooking.
1892 Grille: Offering your grilled favorites to include: hot dogs, hamburgers & chicken
Leaf & Ladle: Gourmet soup and salad bar set against a backdrop of our green herb wall.
Baker's Table: Cure your sweet tooth with our daily dessert selections.
Diversify Your Plate Native American Meal Recipes
DAILY DEVIL DEALS ($5.00)
Monday – Harvest: 1 entrée / 1 side / 1 piece of whole fruit
Tuesday – 1892 Grille: veggie or hamburger / 1 side / 1 piece whole fruit
Wednesday –Wood Fired: 2 slices pizza / 1 piece whole fruit
Thursday – Leaf & Ladle: large salad / 1 piece of whole fruit
Friday – Penne (Deli): sandwich / chips / 1 piece of whole fruit
First-Year Board Plan Equivalencies:
$5.20 breakfast equivalencies may be used at:
Marketplace: 11:30am – 2pm
The Skillet: 7:30am – 10:30am
Trinity Café: 8am – 12pm
$9.95 dinner equivalencies may be used at:
Freeman Center Cafe: 4:30pm-7:30pm (M-Th)
Trinity Cafe: 4:30pm-close
If the cost of your meal exceeds the equivalency amount, then Food Points will be utilized.
Location: East Campus Union
Phone: 660-3942
Manager: Beverly Fullard
Duke Dining is the FIRST college/university dining program to be FARECheck Gold certified with Marketplace and Trinity Café being nut-free-friendly! Find out more here!
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East Campus' very own coffee bar serves gourmet coffees, smoothies, and fresh pastries. Light entrees, including salads, sandwiches, and sushi are also available. Stop in, grab a bite and relax in our cozy dining area.
Location: 300 Swift Ave.
Café 300 Urban Market offers a full service coffee bar, fresh baked goods, grab and go sandwiches, salads and wraps prepared fresh every day, a wide range of meal replacement options snacks to take on the go. Just stop by the café and check out what we have, and feel free to communicate with our staff regarding the things you would like for us to carry. We open early so you can grab a quick breakfast and/or coffee before heading to class!
DAILY DEVIL DEALS ($5.00 or less)
1/2 Turkey Sandwich or Grilled Cheese Sandwich w/ Chips
West Campus
Location: McClendon Tower
Phone: 919-684-2326
Owner/Operators: Sam Clowney & Rob Clay
Brewing fresh coffee and offers fresh baked goods, frozen drinks, and novelty snack-foods.
Location: Duke Law School
Operator: Dorian Bolden
Beyu Caffé at Duke Law offers a hot breakfast and lunch featuring sandwiches, salads, wraps, and daily specials as well as their locally-brewed coffee and coffee drinks!
DAILY DEVIL DEALS ($5.00 or less )
12 oz. Hot Coffee & a Pastry
VALUE DEALS
Beyu Burger & a Side Item $8.95
Veggielicious Burger & a Side Item $8.95
(Does not include tax.)
Location: McClendon Tower, Level 0
Phone: 919-668-6784
Manager: Scott Wells
Owner/Operators: Sam Clowney & Chris Holloway
Due to ongoing labor shortages Pitchfork's will not be offering 24 hour service. However, late-night service is still available.
A campus favorite, Pitchfork's offers a diner-style menu in it's newly renovated space, with breakfast served late in the day!
DAILY DEVIL DEALS ($5.00 or Less)
-2 Eggs, with Choice of Fruit, Fries, Tots, Plain Oatmeal or Salad w/ 1 Slice of Toast
-Side Salad 2/ 2oz. of Chicken or Tofu
VALUE DEALS
1/4 lb Cheeseburger w/ Lettuce & a Side of Fries $6.75
(Does not include tax.)
Location: Wilson Recreation Center
Phone: 919-660-0995
Manager: Dennis Blocker
Red Mango Café at Wilson Recreation Center offers a variety of healthy and delicious items to include a fresh fruit bar, smoothies and smoothie bowls including protein fortified, non-dairy and vegetarian options, skinny bagel sandwiches, made-to-order flatbreads and gourmet PB&J sandwiches, a complete juice bar serving made-to-order, pressed and ice-filtered juices and juice blends, four rotating flavors of nonfat, all-natural yogurt loaded with probiotics and complemented with an extensive choice of toppings, and finally a full array of beverages, nutrition bars and a variety of yogurt parfaits, salads and wraps.
Daily Devil Deals ($5.00 or Less)
-2 Boiled Eggs, 1 String Cheese, & a Piece of Fruit
Bryan Center
Location: Outside the Bryan Center near entrance to Duke Store
Owner/Operator: Dorian Bolden
Daily Devil Deals ($5.00 or less)
-Cup of oatmeal and a small drip coffee
Location: Bryan Center, 2nd Floor
Phone: 919-668-2404
Manager: Esmeralda Godiniz
Owner/Operator: Ric Richards
Offers a full menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including burgers, salads, and chicken.
DAILY DEVIL DEALS ($5.00 or Less)
-Chicken Biscuit Meal
-McDouble Cheeseburger Meal
-6-Piece Nugget Meal
Location: Outside the Bryan Center near the Plaza entrance
Phone: 919-660-5080
Area Manager: Siegfried Pekpe
We offer traditional Chinese favorites to fresh new taste creations with fresh veggies, unique in-house sauces and 100% soy oil with no MSG. We are sure you will find something to please.
DAILY DEVIL DEALS ($5.00 or less)
- 16 oz. White Rice & Orange Chicken
Location: Bryan Center, 2nd Floor
Manager: Nick Monday
The Loop Pizza Grill features a variety of hand-tossed pizzas, gourmet salads, fresh grilled fish, burgers, soups, desserts, and a "Lite Menu" for customers on vegetarian or health-conscious diets. Don't forget to try the thick milkshakes!
DAILY DEVIL DEALS ($5.00 or less)
-Chicken Salad w/ House-Made Chips
Brodhead Center
ASIAN
Tastes from all over East and Southeast Asia, Ginger + Soy is your passport to huge flavor. The menu, loaded with authentic recipes, has been crafted by skilled chefs. Take your choice from a huge selection of fine ingredients, then enjoy the sounds, sights and aromas as your meal is stir fried to perfection on the spot.
DAILY DEVIL DEALS ($5.00 or Less)
-Rice Bowl w/ 2 Veggies
VALUE DEALS ($10.00 or Less)
-Dumpling Combo $9.86
SUSHI
Where the daily catch becomes a daily delicacy. Sit down at the bar and watch as Gyotaku combines the freshest ingredients into amazing, made-to-order sushi. Or enjoy a pre-made roll created by their master chefs. Either way, your taste buds will thank you.
DAILY DEVIL DEALS ($5.00 or Less)
- Hand Roll & Miso Soup
VALUE DEAL ($10.00 or Less)
- California Roll Combo $9.00
BISTRO
At JB’s Roasts & Chops, you’ll experience meat and potatoes the way they’re supposed to be— slowly roasted, deliciously seasoned and served fresh. This is a meal that’s on a whole new level. Place your order and enjoy a tried and true American meal that’s second to none.
DAILY DEVIL DEALS ($5.00 or Less)
- Wood-Grilled Flank Steak Slider w/ Sauteed Onions & Mushrooms
-3oz Wood-Grilled Chicken Breast w/ Steamed Broccoli
-Small Caesar Salad
-5 oz. Portion of Any Side Item
VALUE DEALS
-1/4 lb Cheeseburger w/ $6.75
Lettuce & a Side of Fries
-6" Italian Sausage, Onions, $10.00
Peppers, Whole Grain Mustard
on a Bun w/ Potato Wedges
(Does not include tax.)
CERTIFIED HALAL OPTIONS:
All chicken, including rotisserie and sandwiches
Sazón Latin American Table brings true, authentic Latin American cuisine to the Brodhead Center offering made to order arepas, tortillas and bowls created with only the freshest ingredients.
DAILY DEVIL DEALS ($5.00 or less)
1 Street Taco with a Side of Sweet Plantains
VALUE DEALS
Cheese & Veggie Quesadilla $9.89
Cheese & Veggie Bowl $9.89
(Does not include tax.)
Location: Bostock Library
Phone: 919-684-2049
Manager: Jared Jondoster
Owner/Operator: Robert Ghanem
Saladelia @ The Perk is a retreat from the stress of the day. It's where you can relax and enjoy our fair trade, organic tea and locally roasted coffee with homemade desserts and pastries. Also serving healthy signature sandwiches, wraps, salads and soups.
DAILY DEVIL DEALS ($5.00 or less)
-Hummus Veggie Sandwich
Location: Sanford Institute for Public Policy
Phone: 919-613-7304
Manager: Tara Fehl
Owner/Operator: Robert Ghanem
This public-policy-themed eatery serves sandwiches customized to order, fresh salads, gourmet soups, and specialty pastries.
DAILY DEVIL DEALS ($5.00 or less)
-Hummus Veggie Sandwich
Location: CIEMAS
Phone: 919-660-3944
Manager: TC Ryan
Owner/Operator: Fares Hanna
This Irish pub nestled in Duke's Engineering building, CIEMAS, offers hot-out-of-the-oven breakfast pastries, made-to-order sandwiches, and fresh salads in addition to its classic blends of coffee and beer on tap.
DAILY DEVIL DEALS ($5.00 or less)
- Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwich
VALUE DEALS ($10.00 or less)
-Chicken Salad Sandwich
& Soup of the Day $9.25
-Egg Salad Sandwich
& Soup of the Day $9.25
Location: Duke Divinity School
Phone: 919-684-1140
Owner/Operator: Zweli Williams
Zweli's Cafe at Duke Divinity is family-operated, serving authentic Southern African cuisine based on the chef's eclectic palette. The dishes revolve around the mouth watering piri piri pepper, paired with flavorful vegan and vegetarian sides. Recently voted #1 Restaurant in Durham for Vegans and Vegetarians (Durham Magazine), Zweli's also has love for the carnivores. From our 7 hour braised Oxtails and Stewed Goat to Piri Piri and/or Dovi Chicken, we cover all palettes. Our flavors are unforgettable and Chef Zweli Williams makes sure of it as she was recently voted #1 Chef in Durham (Indy Week). We pride ourselves in hand picking the freshest produce and working alongside local farmers to provide students with optimum quality. The Zweli's concept is inspired by the chef's Zimbabwean upbringing and her love of spices from all over the world. Zweli's is a community resource for all of Durham and we're so happy to now be a part of the Duke University Family.
Daily Devil Deals ($5.00 or less)
-Half Grilled Cheese w/ a Cup of Tomato Bisque Soup
Value Deals ($10.00 or less)
-Three Sides Platter,
Dinner Roll Combo $10.00
For Catering Requests: www.zwelis.com
Follow Us: @zweliscafe
The Raw Food Movement is at Duke and Sprout will be sure to please any palate with vegetables ruling the tastes at this 100% vegan-inspired venue, including produce from the Duke Campus Farm.
DAILY DEVIL DEALS ($5.00 or less)
-Chickpea Stew & Brown Rice
-Falafel/Hummus/Pita
INDIAN
Looking for authentic Indian food? Your search ends at The Brodhead Center where Tandoor has the enticing flavors you crave. Meats, breads and vegetables cooked in real tandoor ovens. This diverse menu features traditional recipes as well as fresh, modern takes on classic Indian meals.
CERTIFIED HALAL:
-All beef dishes
-All chicken dishes (except Chicken Manchurian)
DAILY DEVIL DEALS ($5.00 or less)
- Vegetarian or Chicken Dish w/ Rice & 1 Piece of Naan Bread
VALUE DEAL ($10.00 or less)
- 2 Vegetables w/ Rice & Naan Bread $9.95
Due to ongoing labor shortages The Chef's Kitchen is temporarily closed.
Make a Reservation
Parties with six or more guests should call (919) 684-4618.
(Reservations requested via voicemail are not valid until you have received a confirmation email or phone call.)
LUNCH:
Monday-Friday: 11:30am-2:00pm
(Faculty, Staff, and Guests)
DINNER:
Tuesday-Saturday: 5:00pm-9:00pm
(Open to All)
Everyday:
Chef’s Daily Selection of Fresh Lettuces, Toppings, & House Made Dressings; Assorted Fruits & Chilled Vegetables; Chef’s Selection of Composed Salads; Fresh Baked Bread
BAR + GRILL
Head to the campus center pub for your favorite craft beers on tap and a great menu for pairing. Stop by The Devil’s Krafthouse during every Duke basketball away game for special viewing parties on the big screens. With seating available indoors and outside—the fun happens rain or shine.
DAILY DEVIL DEAL ($5.00 or less)
1/2 sandwich with soup/salad (1/2 steak, Turkey BLT or grilled cheese ONLY)
CERTIFIED HALAL OPTIONS:
All Chicken Items
AMERICAN-TRADITIONAL
Your favorite classic dishes just got a fresh, sustainable and healthier upgrade. Head to Farmstead for a meal that satisfies your tastes and your conscience. Following the Farm to Fork philosophy, this venue specializes in cooking up great meals using the finest ingredients—sourced from local suppliers whenever possible.
DAILY DEVIL DEALS ($5.00 or less)
Small Chicken Caesar Salad
VALUE DEALS
2 Sliders & 1 Side Item $10.00
(Does not include tax.)
Upscale Southern cuisine celebrating a rich tradition of home-style cooking with the best fried chicken and biscuits with breakfast served all day!
**Breakfast equivalencies are accepted until 10:30am M-F.
DAILY DEVIL DEALS ($5.00 or less)
-Single Pancake w/ Chocolate, Berries, & Banana
-1 Belgian Waffle
-Any Hot or Cold Side Item
VALUE DEALS
-1/4 lb Cheeseburger w/ Lettuce $6.75
& a Side of Fries
-Bacon, Egg, & Cheese on a $10.00
Brioche Bun w/ Potato Wedges
(Does not include tax.)
Duke Dine-Out Mobile Ordering
Duke Dine-Out Mobile Ordering is available for pick-up at Bella Union, Beyu Blue, Beyu Caffe, Cafe, Farmstead, Freeman Center Cafe, Gyotaku, JB's Roasts & Chops, Il Forno, McDonald's, Panda Express, Pitchfork's, Red Mango Cafe, Saladelia at The Perk, , Sazon, The Skillet, Tandoor, Trinity Café, and The Devil's Krafthouse.
Here's how to order:
ADD YOUR DUKECARD TO APPLE WALLET ON IPHONE OR APPLE WATCH:
- Download and open Transact eAccounts mobile application from the App Store or Google Play
- Log in using your netID, password, and complete the MFA (multi-factor authentication)
- As a student, you should see your account balances and board plans
- In the Campus ID section, tap “Add Card to Wallet” to the right of the iPhone icon
- Tap “Next” on the following screen
- Tap “Agree” on the lower right corner on the Terms and Conditions page
- Wait for a notification at the top of the screen verifying your card has been added to the AppleWallet or Google Pay and press “Done” in the upper right corner
USING DUKE FOODPOINTS VIA TRANSACT APPLICATION FOR DUKE DINE-OUT:
- Download and open Transact Mobile Ordering by Transact Campus Inc. from the App Store
- Log in using your netID and password
- Tap “more” in the lower right corner of the screen
- Tap “Payment Methods” and select “DukeCard”
- Ensure your DukeCard is connected through your Apple Wallet or Google Pay
- Tap “Home” and select a venue
- From that venue menu, choose a meal selection and, after customizing your selection, tap “Add to Cart”
- When ready, tap “Check Out”
- Choose your method of payment and type of tender (in this case: DukeCard and below it select “Student Food”)
- Tap “Pay”
- Wait for a notification that your order is ready
- When ready for pick-up, scan the QR code provided in the application to complete your transaction
- Enjoy your meal!
- Rate, review, and contact dining@duke.edu
Merchants-On-Points
Use your DukeCard loaded with Food Points to order a variety of foods for delivery.
For your convenience and safety, contactless delivery drop-off locations have been created and are listed below. Please let the restaurant know which drop-off location you are closest to. You must be present at that location when the food is delivered with your DukeCard for payment.
Deliveries can be made to Duke University campus, only. You must present your DukeCard ID to the merchant at time of delivery.
Note: You must set your DukeCard PIN to use the CellAuthorize payment system with these vendors. To set your PIN, visit My DukeCard and click on the DukeCard PIN button.
Please see below for our current list of Merchants-on-Points vendors and their delivery times:
7 Days a Week: 4:30pm-9:30pm
(919) 286-3090
Sunday-Thursday: 11am-10pm
Fri & Sat: 11am-11pm
(919) 309-3696
7 Days a Week: 5pm-10pm
(919) 383-0066
Lunch:
12pm-3pm
Dinner:
7 days a week: 5pm-10pm
(919) 641-3488
Sunday - Wednesday: 6pm-9:30pm
Thursday - Saturday: 6pm - 10:30pm
919-309-2401
Monday-Saturday: 5pm-8:30pm
984-219-7555
Duke Dining 2022-2023 Merchants-on-Points delivery spot locations:
MOP Delivery Spot #1 Chapel Drive Few Quad House GG Entrance, 420 Chapel DriveMOP Delivery Spot #2 Edens Drive and Edens Quad House 2A, Khaya House, 113 Edens DriveMOP Delivery Spot #3 Wannamaker Dorm Lane and Crowell Quad House BB MOP Delivery Spot #4 Wannamaker Drive and Keohane Quad House B, 101 Wannamaker DriveMOP Delivery Spot #5 Kilgo Quad House Q, 120 Union DriveMOP Delivery Spot #6 Blackwell and 51 Brodie Gym Drive MOP Delivery Spot #7 Swift Entrance, 300 Swift Avenue
MOP Delivery Spot #9 Landcaster Commons Clubhouse, 2709 Western Bypass
Food Trucks
Food trucks provide yet another Duke Dining option and can be accessed with Food Points during fall and spring semesters. You can find the food truck calendar here.
Please see below for our current food truck partners:
Bon Fritay
Bulkogi
Fiori Trattoria
Gussy's
Latin Effect
Poblanos
Sister Liu's