Soka Bistro

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

8 Kitchen Tips to Reduce Food Waste (and Save Money)

Tips for shopping and preparing food mindfully to help you from wasting food… and money.

Fennel Bulb and Frond Gratin

Not sure what to do with the fennel fronds? Use the full plant with this fennel gratin!

Incredibly Edible Stems

Many recipes for greens advise to de-stem before cooking, but we are breaking down the benefits of keeping them!

What are Emissions?

The food we eat every day is deeply connected to the environment, and its impact is profound: a third of all global greenhouse gas emissions can be linked to the food system. Learn more about the emissions in our food system.

11 Ways to Flip the Switch to Plants to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

Flipping the switch from animal- to plant-based food can make a sizable impact on your daily carbon footprint – even for just one day! We’ve come up with eleven easy and delicious plant-based food switches to reduce carbon emissions during all three meals.

We’re Flipping the Switch to Plants this Earth Day

Join us in flipping the switch to plants this Earth Day by considering climate-friendly alternatives throughout our cafés. We will be providing scorecards so guests have the chance to track carbon emissions saved over the course of the day to encourage long-term switches and reduce our collective and individual carbon footprint!

10 Ways to Boost Flavor and Nutrition with Plants in Your Kitchen

Keep these strategies in mind to get the most flavor and nutrition from your produce.

Parmesan Honey-Roasted Cauliflower Steaks

With a little prep and a lot of love, this cauliflower “steak” will steal the center of the plate.

Plants Are For Everyone

When it comes to eating plants, it’s not all or nothing, so choose what works for you!

Celebrating Progress and Recognizing Continued Struggles for Farmworkers’ Rights

These food labels give meaningful insight into how the farmworkers who picked your food.

Looking Back on Bon Appétit’s Decades of Support for Farmworkers’ Rights

We’re proud of our legacy of leveraging our purchasing power and voice to demand better livelihoods for farmworkers in the United States.

Fifty Cents and the Fight for Farmworkers’ Rights

Farmworkers are exempt from basic labor protections despite working an essential and dangerous job.

The Buzz: Multivitamins

Are multivitamins essential or leading your health astray?

Green Spinach and Ginger Smoothie

No green powders here – just fruits and vegetables that provide bright flavors, colors, and are full of nutrients.

Pills or Peas: Can The Foods We Eat Provide All Of The Nutrients That Our Bodies Need?

The benefits of getting your nutrients through whole foods versus supplements.

Soka Bistro

View/Print Weekly Menu

Serving Lunch Til 1:30 pm

Breakfast Served from 7:15 am - 9:30 am
Lunch 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Dinner 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Weekly Schedule

Breakfast Mon-Fri, 7:15 am - 9:30 am
Brunch Sat-Sun, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Lunch Mon-Fri, 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

Sugar + Butter

2260 cal.

Drinks

380 cal.

Warm & Soulful

180 cal.

100 cal.

130 cal.

70 cal.

80 cal.

60 cal.

240 cal.

110 cal.

Drinks

0 cal.

90 cal.

Lunch

Grate & Griddle Special

white bread, american cheese, beef patty

Warm & Soulful

butter, bone-in chicken, tomato paste, mustard, herbs, garlic *** food for passover***

vegan butter, tofu, tomato paste, mustard, herbs, garlic

Masa Y Salsa

ground beef, refried bean, red sauce: chili powder, cumin, oregano, cinnamon, apple cider vinegar, garlic, crushed tomatoes, flour tortillas

shredded lettuce, monterey cheese, pico de gallo

Spoon & Spice

ground turkey, gochujang paste, sesame oil, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic,

tofu, gochujang paste, sesame oil, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic,

kimchee, carrots, cucumbers, edamame, gochujang sauce

Bread + Pickle

imitation crab

Near & Far

lentils, onions, garlic, ginger, turmeric, paprika, graham masala, coriander, tomatoes, coconut milk, jalapenos

SIDES: sliced jalapenos, red onion, apricot chutney