Welcome to Stanford Dining, Hospitality & Auxiliaries

Dear Stanford students, parents, and families,

Welcome to Stanford! We are so excited that you are here and honored to be part of your Stanford experience.

R&DE Stanford Dining, Hospitality & Auxiliaries (SDHA), a division of Residential & Dining Enterprises, is proud to provide one of the nation's leading collegiate dining and hospitality programs. Every day, our dedicated team prepares and serves more than 25,000 meals across our residential dining halls, row houses, cafés, markets, popular national brands, athlete dining, our kosher kitchen, late-night dining, and our teaching kitchen. Our purpose is simple: to nourish the Stanford community with exceptional food, genuine hospitality, and meaningful experiences that build community.

Some of the best moments at Stanford happen around the table. Students consistently tell us that meals are where friendships begin, ideas are exchanged, traditions are celebrated, and communities are built. Whether you're grabbing breakfast before class, refueling after practice, catching up with friends over dinner, or lingering over a conversation that stretches well beyond dessert, dining is an important part of the Stanford residential experience. We are committed to creating welcoming spaces where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Our chefs and culinary teams are passionate about preparing fresh, flavorful meals that reflect the diversity of our campus. Throughout the year, you'll enjoy globally inspired menus, seasonal ingredients, cultural celebrations, and special dining events that introduce new flavors while celebrating the traditions and cuisines of our community. We encourage you to explore our dining locations, try something new, and follow @StanfordDining on Instagram to discover what's on the menu and learn about upcoming events.

Supporting your health and well-being is at the heart of everything we do. Through our Eat Well @ Stanford program, we offer nutritious, balanced meals and personalized support for students with a wide variety of dietary needs. Branner Dining provides a dedicated allergen-friendly dining experience free from the top nine allergens. Our chefs, dining managers, and registered dietitian work closely with students to accommodate food allergies, and dietary practices. If you ever have questions or need assistance, our team is always happy to help.

We also invite you to help shape the future of dining at Stanford. The Student Dining Committee gives students the opportunity to partner with us, share ideas, and help enhance the dining experience for the entire campus community. We also employ student team members each year, offering flexible schedules that fit around academic commitments. Whether you join our team, attend dining hall office hours, or simply share your feedback, your voice helps us continue improving the Stanford dining experience.

Sustainability is one of our core values. Through our One Plate, One Planet initiative, we are reducing waste, expanding climate-conscious menu choices, sourcing responsibly, and supporting Stanford's commitment to becoming a zero-waste campus. Together, we can make choices that are good for both our community and our planet.

It is a privilege to serve this extraordinary community. We hope every meal nourishes you, strengthens friendships, sparks new ideas, and creates lasting memories throughout your Stanford journey.

If there is anything we can do to support you, please reach out to us at diningplans@stanford.edu or share your comments and suggestions through our online feedback form. We welcome your ideas and look forward to hearing from you.

On behalf of our entire team, welcome to Stanford. We wish you a wonderful, successful, and memorable year ahead.

Warm Regards,