Spring 2023 WP Dining Services Update and Promotions


Happy New Year! Here’s to hoping that you had a healthy, restful, and enjoyable winter break.  WP Dining Services is pleased to welcome you back to campus and would like to take this opportunity to share with you some important updates and exciting new offerings available to you this Spring semester.

Dining Enhancements around campus  

At Paterson Food Court, back by popular demand, we are pleased to announce the return of Starbucks coffee to WP campus.  While we say goodbye to our Greens and Grains station, we welcome our brand new Latin inspired station, Mi Comida - located adjacent to Bento Sushi.  The Happy Hour, offering a 10% discount off your purchase, Monday-Friday from 2pm-4pm, continues into the spring.

We Proudly Serve Starbucks – Please visit us and enjoy your favorite hot and iced coffees, teas, and refreshers.  Starbucks menu is also available on the GET Foods app where you can order your drinks ahead of time for a quick stop and pickup.  Join our loyalty program, buy 8 Starbucks drinks, and get one free.

Mi Comida (New) – Introducing Mi Comida, a build your own Tex-Mex concept, where you can create your own tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and bowls.  The station is fully equipped with an assortment of meats, toppings, sauces, and dips.  Check out our introductory specials!

Ignite, Bento Sushi, Einstein Bros Bagels – We have streamlined the menu at Ignite to help you receive your favorite meals quicker and faster.  Bento Sushi and Einstein Bros Bagels will also return with all your favorite menu selections.             

Café 1600 – Now open till 6pm, Monday through Thursday.  Featuring espresso coffee drinks all day, made to order service between 11am and 2pm, and enhanced Grab & Go menu from 2pm to 6pm.  Menu offerings include burgers, sandwiches, grilled cheese, flatbreads and pizza, variety of salads, and snack options.  Please click here to view our special offers. 

Mobile Ordering – Busy or working late? Use our GET Mobile ordering app to place your order ahead of time and pay right on the app.  For a limited time enjoy a 15% discount on all GET orders when paying with Pioneer Express using GET App, valid until Feb. 6th.  Please click here to learn more and sign up for the Employee Pioneer Express plan.

For hours of operation information, please click here. 

Wayne Dining Hall News

Under the Hood – We have changed our french fry making process so your fresh cut, piping hot, and crunchy french fries are ready faster eliminating long wait times.

Root – To enhance our healthier food options, we worked with our Registered Dietitian to add creative new vegan and vegetarian options for you to enjoy daily.

Global Exchange – This semester we will have two Latin options available every week, featuring our celebrity Chef Grace Ramirez’s La Latina Cocina menu and a build your own Taco Station.

Iron Skillet – Our new pop-up station offering a selection of fun menus like gyros, kebabs, and shawarmas will feature a new vertical grill, where the chef will slow cook and slice fresh grilled meats right in front of you. 

Commuter and Faculty/Staff Meal Plans - We welcome you to experience our new dining hall and enjoy the many food stations offering a variety of selections that change daily.  You can pay at the door or purchase a meal plan.  We offer Commuter and Faculty/Staff meal plans starting at only $95 for ten meals.  Sign-up for a meal plan before Feb. 6 and take advantage of the limited time bonus meals offer.  

Commuter Meal Plan Current Promotions and sign-up link.

Faculty/Staff Meal Plans Current Promotions and sign-up link.

WP Catering Services

Catering services are available for all your events.  For all catering questions and menus, please reach out to our catering manager April Passaro to discuss how we may be able to assist.  We have catering options suitable for any size event.

We are planning fun and exciting weekly programs throughout the semester including National Food Holidays, Cultural and Theme events.  Follow us on social media @wpunj_dining to view our event calendar.  

We look forward to seeing you! 

For information please visit the WP Dining Services website for more information and to view our Current Dining Promotions.

Date Submitted: 01/21/2023
Submitted By: Auxiliary Services / Manmeet Kohli

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