Café

Welcome Students!

As we begin a new school year, we would like to share our Soka Bistro rules and guidelines, with all our new students as well as friendly reminder to all returning students.

Kindly remember that the “all you can eat” option is exclusively available for dine-in.
It is not permissible to get a to-go (take-out) meal after dining in.
To-go meals are restricted to one container only.
You are always welcome to have seconds as long as the meals are being consumed while dining in.

Please contact any of our supervisors or ask to speak to our managers on duty if you have any questions.
We would be more than happy to answer any questions you might have or address any other general information about our food services here at Soka University.

Stay Fresh

Exploring Indigenous Food Sovereignty

The food sovereignty movement relies on traditional knowledge systems that work in harmony with the land.

Learning From the Three Sisters

We are centering the wisdom of Indigenous voices and their resilient agricultural techniques like The Three Sisters.

Saving Seeds: Honoring Indigenous Farming Practices

Seed saving preserves a sacred past while preparing for future harvests.

Boost Energy the Natural Way

Power through the day with these five tips to keep you feeling energized and at your best.

Walnut Spinach Linguine

Fuel your body with brain boosting foods such as walnuts and greens found in this plant powered pasta.

7 Ways to Pump Up Your Productivity

How you treat your body – from fueling to moving to resting – can play a big role in your productivity.

Featuring Our Fin-tastic Fish to Fork Partners

We are featuring two Fish to Fork partners who are shining examples of our commitments in action.

Shining a Light on Seafood Superstars on our College Campuses

We are highlighting three of our campus chefs who are passionate about serving sustainable seafood.

Fished or Farmed: A Q&A Deep Dive with Seafood Watch

We chatted with Morgan Smith from Seafood Watch, diving into the nuanced environmental impacts for both farmed and wild-caught fish.

The Buzz: Are You Hungry?

Is your desire to snack a physiological need or just part of your daily routine?

Whole Wheat Walnut and Carrot Muffins with Seed Crumble

This trail mix-esque muffin won’t let you down and will keep you satisfied when life keeps you busy.

Crafting Your Snack Choices: Finding Balance Without Compromise

From nutrient-packed pairings to mindful eating practices, learn how to elevate your snack game.

Is Tea the Cure-All Drink?

Imagine cozying up on the couch on a cold day with a steaming cup of tea — just the thought of that is relaxing, isn’t it?

Savoring our Commitment to Fair Trade Tea

Bon Appétit was the first food service company to make a commitment to source Fair Trade tea in our cafés nationwide.

Fair Treatment and Fair Pay: Celebrating Fair Trade Month

Every October, Bon Appétit Management Company recognizes Fair Trade Month by educating our guests about the importance of the certification, which supports equitable global supply chains.

Soka Bistro

View/Print Weekly Menu

Currently Closed

Breakfast Served from 7:30 am - 9:30 am
Lunch 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Dinner 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Weekly Schedule

Breakfast Mon-Sun, 7:30 am - 9:30 am
Brunch Sat-Sun, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Lunch Mon-Sun, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Dinner Mon-Fri, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Dinner Sat-Sun, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Our cafe is located on the second floor of the Student Center and offers a variety of foods ranging from exciting exhibition stations with fresh American and International cuisine prepared before your eyes to delicious desserts. You'll find a custom deli and extensive salad bar selections as well as soups made from scratch daily. We proudly brew locally roasted Jetty coffee.

Breakfast

Butter & Sugar

2260 cal.

Drinks

380 cal.

Warm & Soulful

220 cal.

70 cal.

130 cal.

60 cal.

240 cal.

70 cal.

50 cal.

130 cal.

Spoon & Spice

170 cal.

5 cal.

15 cal.

130 cal.

Butter & Sugar

110 cal.

90 cal.

100 cal.

90 cal.

310 cal.

100 cal.

110 cal.

100 cal.

160 cal.

110 cal.

140 cal.

180 cal.

100 cal.

130 cal.

15 cal.

10 cal.

45 cal.

300 cal.

35 cal.

Grate and Griddle

10 cal.

5 cal.

0 cal.

180 cal.

40 cal.

130 cal.

110 cal.

60 cal.

20 cal.

Leaves & Greens

25 cal.

20 cal.

25 cal.

30 cal.

10 cal.

60 cal.

Drinks

30 cal.

35 cal.

0 cal.

340 cal.

150 cal.

90 cal.

Lunch

Grate & Griddle Special

seasoned ground beef, lettuce, cheddar cheese, burger bun

Warm & Soulful

chicken (egg, cornstarch, soy sauce) bell peppers, onions. Sauce- garlic, ginger, soy sauce, hoisin, sugar, cornstarch, water

tofu (cornstarch) bell peppers, onions. Sauce- garlic, ginger, soy sauce, hoisin, sugar, cornstarch, water

Masa Y Salsa

ground lamb, potatoes, peas, ginger, chickpeas, garlic powder, cardamon, black & green, cumin seeds, butter, coriander, garam masala, pepper flakes, saffron, yogurt

plant base ground lamb, potatoes, peas, ginger, chickpeas, garlic powder, cardamon, black & green, cumin seeds, butter, coriander, garam masala, pepper flakes, saffron, vegan sour cream

Spoon & Spice

delicata squash, arugula, bulgur wheat, pomegranate, sunflower seeds, Maple-balsamic vinaigrette- balsamic, maple, dijon, olive oil, salt & pepper **** vegan without the cheese ****

chicken, maple, dijon, parsley, tarragon, orange juice

Bread + Pickles

mixed cabbage, carrots, red bell peppers, red onions, poppy seed dressing

Chef Soup De Jour

water, kombu, bonito flakes ( fish Flake), onion, miso paste, wakame, meiji tofu

carrots, corn, onions, corn starch, paprika, cumin, tomato paste

Near & Far

fava, garlic, dill, vegetable oil, turmeric, poached egg

SIDES: steamed rice

Leaves & Greens Special

potatoes, red onions, green bell peppers, mayonnaise, mustard, salt and pepper

cucumbers, cabbage, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, corn, broccoli, garbanzo, garlic, ginger, lemon juice, red pepper powder, olive oil, red wine vinegar, mint, salt and pepper

Butter & Sugar

*** contains peanuts ***

Agua fresca & Infused water

agua fresca

infused water

Butter & Sugar

2260 cal.

Grate and Griddle

180 cal.

15 cal.

620 cal.

700 cal.

200 cal.

410 cal.

120 cal.

400 cal.

Drinks

380 cal.

Bread + Pickles

80 cal.

120 cal.

150 cal.

160 cal.

80 cal.

170 cal.

90 cal.

0 cal.

80 cal.

0 cal.

10 cal.

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45 cal.

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60 cal.

Butter & Sugar

170 cal.

45 cal.

35 cal.

90 cal.

50 cal.

120 cal.

140 cal.

Grate and Griddle

170 cal.

10 cal.

0 cal.

10 cal.

5 cal.

0 cal.

5 cal.

35 cal.

70 cal.

Leaves & Greens

20 cal.

25 cal.

10 cal.

0 cal.

5 cal.

40 cal.

800 cal.

0 cal.

60 cal.

160 cal.

60 cal.

25 cal.

35 cal.

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100 cal.

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25 cal.

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10 cal.

100 cal.

90 cal.

70 cal.

10 cal.

25 cal.

60 cal.

70 cal.

60 cal.

45 cal.

10 cal.

Drinks

30 cal.

35 cal.

0 cal.

340 cal.

150 cal.

90 cal.

Dinner

Warm & Soulful

ground turkey, sweet chilli sauce, bao buns

tofu, sweet chilli sauce, bao buns

red cabbage, cucumbers, carrots, cilantro, sweet chili aioli, vegan sweet chili aioli

Masa Y Salsa

sirloin, tomato wedges, bell peppers, onions, aji amarillo, white vinegar, soy sauce, pasley

portobello mushrooms, bell peppers, tomato wedges, onions, aji amarillo, white vinegar, soy sauce, pasley

Spoon & Spice

fettuccine pasta or spaghetti pasta

sundried tomato sauce -(onions, carrots, celery, garlic, oregano, italian seasoning, sun-dried ,crushed tomatoes) . cajun alfredo sauce- milk, garlic, cornstarch, parmesan , dried thyme, cajun seasoning

chicken, rosemary, garlic, lemon juice, oil

tofu,, fresh herbs, galic, lemon juice - blend

garlic herbs

Butter & Sugar

2260 cal.

Grate and Griddle

180 cal.

15 cal.

620 cal.

700 cal.

200 cal.

410 cal.

120 cal.

400 cal.

Drinks

380 cal.

Bread + Pickles

80 cal.

120 cal.

150 cal.

160 cal.

80 cal.

170 cal.

90 cal.

0 cal.

80 cal.

0 cal.

10 cal.

0 cal.

10 cal.

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45 cal.

0 cal.

5 cal.

50 cal.

60 cal.

Butter & Sugar

170 cal.

45 cal.

35 cal.

90 cal.

50 cal.

120 cal.

140 cal.

Grate and Griddle

170 cal.

10 cal.

0 cal.

10 cal.

5 cal.

0 cal.

5 cal.

35 cal.

70 cal.

Leaves & Greens

20 cal.

25 cal.

10 cal.

0 cal.

5 cal.

40 cal.

800 cal.

0 cal.

60 cal.

160 cal.

60 cal.

25 cal.

35 cal.

15 cal.

100 cal.

110 cal.

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10 cal.

100 cal.

90 cal.

70 cal.

10 cal.

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60 cal.

70 cal.

60 cal.

45 cal.

10 cal.

Drinks

30 cal.

35 cal.

0 cal.

340 cal.

150 cal.

90 cal.

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Vegetarian

Vegan

Made without Gluten-Containing Ingredients

Halal

Farm to Fork

Seafood Watch

Humane

Food Recovery Verified

Bon Appétit at Soka University of America is fighting food waste and hunger by recovering surplus perishable food from our campus that would otherwise go to waste and donating it to people in need through Chefs to End Hunger.

Chefs to End Hunger. Fighting food waste and hunger since 2012.
This organization is about empowering chefs to easily and efficiently use the resources already at their disposal and repurposed food currently going to waste to join in the fight to end hunger and make a real cumulative impact daily. Chefs to End Hunger currently operates in California, Nevada, and Arizona, and aims to one day be implemented nation wide.

Learn more about the Food Recovery Network
and Bon Appétit’s food recovery efforts

Eat Right — For You

Wellness

When it comes to wellness, Bon Appétit’s focus is on simple, delicious food — that happens to be good for you. To support long-term health, we are bringing more plants to menus every day in a craveable way, while emphasizing healthy cooking techniques. When healthy food tastes good, nourishing your body and mind becomes the easy choice.

Our wellness commitments

Food Allergies

We serve thousands of guests with food allergies and sensitivities safely in our cafés every day. Our chefs, managers, and dietitians work closely with our food-allergic guests to create reasonable solutions to help them eat what they love. If you have questions about eating for your dietary needs in our cafés, reach out to us: we’ll gladly meet with you.

Food allergies & sensitivities

Sustainability

Wellness also includes the health of the animals, the workers, the community, and the Earth. They’re all connected. Bon Appétit has been committed to “food service for a sustainable future” for decades, and we’ve led the food service industry in tackling many important issues, such as cage-free eggs, antibiotics in animal production, and farmworker rights.

Our sustainability commitments

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Common Questions

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Can you tell me how many calories are in the foods in my café?

How will you handle my concerns about a food allergy?

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Alvaro Ruiz

General Manager

Telephone (949) 480-4086
alvaro.ruiz@cafebonappetit.com
Miguel Rubio

Executive Chef

Telephone 949-480-4086
miguel.rubio@cafebonappetit.com

Meet the team