Two On Campus Residents Share Insight on Food at Rowan
From a student on campus in 2026 to a student who shared their experience in 2023, two Rowan Profs share their personal opinions about the best dining spots on the Rowan University Glassboro campus.
2026: Ignacio’s Version
Ignacio D., a sophomore mechanical engineering major and international student from Spain who plays club soccer shares his thoughts about the best food on campus at Rowan.
As a first year student last year, I had the unlimited meal plan, which allowed up to six meals a day for the entire academic year. Because of that I tried almost every on campus option I could. From that experience, here are my favorite places to eat at Rowan right now, quick and honest from a student who basically lived on Grubhub.
Holly Pointe Dining Hall
On the one hand, Holly Pointe Dining Hall is the all you care to eat spot. Multiple themed stations where you will find pizza and pasta, burgers, fries, wings, and a reliable lineup of gluten free and vegan choices. There is also a salad and grain bar, a deli and grill, daily soups, a rotating international station, and a dessert corner. Trays are refreshed throughout the day, so something new keeps appearing.
The Marketplace, Student Center
On the other hand, the Marketplace on the first floor of the Chamberlain Student Center offers many stations, although you order from one at a time. That is where the daily decision begins, what should I get. In the morning I rotate among Saxbys, BRKFST and Co, and Freshens smoothies to start strong. For lunch or dinner you can choose Crust for pizza and pasta, Jersey Mike’s for subs, Freshens for sandwiches, salads and bowls, Grill Nation for fried chicken and burgers, SONO for Mexican flavors, Chef Jet for Asian favorites, Absurd Bird for wings, or Smoked for barbecue and allergy-friendly choices. My personal favorite is Jersey Mike’s, but it is worth trying them all before choosing a regular spot. Every station uses the Grubhub app, where you can browse menus, place your order and pick up when it is ready.
Academic Building Quick Food
Across campus there are more quick stops to get food between classes. Einstein Bros Bagels in Engineering Hall, another Saxbys in Business Hall, Au Bon Pain in Science Hall and Profs Xpress in James Hall all help when you are moving from one building to another. Most of these also work with Grubhub, and you can link your meal plan so checkout stays fast and simple.
Rowan Boulevard
If you want a change of scenery, Rowan Boulevard is close and packed with choices that accept Rowan Bucks or Dining Dollars. For a sit down meal I often choose LaScala’s Fire or Landmark Americana, but you will also find Oishii Ramen, Chickie’s and Pete’s, Playa Bowls, Pizza Hut, Domino’s, Cookie Munchers, and more. It is a short walk from campus and perfect for meeting friends after a long day or celebrating birthdays or the end of exams. As a fun fact, LaScala’s was where I ate the day I first visited Rowan with my family and also where I had my last meal with friends before flying back to Spain.
2023: Carly’s Version
Carly Del B, a junior public relations major from Williamstown, NJ (Gloucester County) shares this first-person perspective about dining options on campus.
One of the most intimidating parts about choosing a college is researching the food options on campus. Let’s be realistic, food is a deciding factor. No one wants to go to a school and eat basic cafeteria food every day for the next four years. Luckily, Rowan University has countless options with a wide variety of foods for all current students and future Profs to enjoy!
Coffee
First, and most importantly, coffee. There are several different spots to get coffee on campus, but my personal favorites are Peet’s Coffee and Saxbys. Both places have a broad menu, including fun, delicious drinks, and food options. Peet’s Coffee is located in the pit of the Student Center and Saxbys is in the Business Hall. If you aren’t a coffee person, don’t let this discourage you from trying these spots. There are teas and other creative drinks available on the menus. I am 100% an iced coffee person no matter the time of year and trust me, it’s delicious! I think one of the key ways to tell if a coffee place is good is if they can nail the basics and Peet’s and Saxbys does not disappoint. I definitely recommend ordering ahead of time using the GrubHub app because the line can get a little backed up! Keep in mind that you’ll need the GrubHub app to order from any dining locations on campus but don’t worry, you can easily attach your meal plan if you have one!
The Marketplace, Student Center
The student center is the main place to get dining on campus, but there are options in other buildings as well. As I previously mentioned, the business hall has Saxbys, the engineering hall has Einstein Bros Bagels, and Holly Pointe Commons offers its own dining area. The Student Center is located in the heart of the campus The Marketplace is Rowan University’s very own food court. There are options ranging from breakfast, pizza, Latin, Asian, smoothies, and of course allergy-friendly options. These dining options are located on the first floor of the student center. The Marketplace is open Monday through Friday, 7 am to 11 pm, and Saturdays and Sundays from 9 am to 11 pm.
My go-to places in The Marketplace are Chef Jet, BRKFST & Co., Crust, and Freshens. Freshens is more of a light option with salads, rice bowls, wraps, smoothies, and grilled flatbreads. BRKFST & Co. offers all-day breakfast options such as waffles, pancakes, breakfast sandwiches, yogurt parfaits, omelets, and more. I am a firm believer in breakfast for dinner and BRKFST & Co. never disappoints. Freshens and BRKFST & Co. are my first choices when I’m feeling picky or just want something fast and easy. Crust sells pizza, pasta, and subs and this place is a staple on Rowan’s campus. You can’t go wrong with pizza! Last but certainly not least, Chef Jet. Chef Jet is one of my favorite places to eat at Rowan. It offers a variety of Asian food that’s simply delicious.
Rowan Boulevard
Even though the options in the Student Center and in various Rowan buildings are great choices, I totally understand that sometimes you can get bored with the same options. Beyond what I mentioned, there are chain restaurants and other available dining in the Glassboro area, extremely close to Rowan as well as all of the choices on Rowan Boulevard. Rowan Boulevard is home to some of the best restaurants on campus. You are only a few steps away from Chickie’s & Petes, Playa Bowls, LaScala’s Fire, Alumni Grill, Landmark Americana, Oishii Ramen, and so much more.
Don’t let dining stress you out. Life as a college student can be stressful enough, there’s no reason your food should be too! Rowan University gives its students countless choices with their meals so eating three meals a day is easy and enjoyable here.
Written by: Carly Del B, junior public relations major & Ignacio D., sophomore mechanical engineering major
Story edited by: Valentina Giannattasio, junior dance and marketing double major