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.

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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!

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

Parmesan Honey-Roasted Cauliflower Steaks

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Soka Bistro

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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.

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240 cal.

110 cal.

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90 cal.

Lunch

Grate & Griddle Special

Warm & Soulful

tilapia, eel sauce, tempura flakes, eel sauce: soy sauce, sugar, mirin, cornstarch, water, sesame oil

tofu, garlic, ginger, soy sauce

red bell peppers, red cabbage, cucumbers, carrots, green onion, tempura flakes, eel sauce, red and green cabbage

Masa Y Salsa

chicken, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic, lemon juice, cilantro

roasted yellow squash and red onions, paperback cheese, spinach, cilantro mayo, vegan cilantro mayo

tofu, red bell peppers & onion, spinach, vegan cilantro mayo, yellow zucchini

Spoon & Spice

romaine, chicken tenders , flour tortilla

tomatoes, cheddar cheese, green onions, spicy mayo

Bread + Pickle

cucumber, surimi, lime juice, tomato, cilantro, salt, pepper

Near & Far

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

SIDES: sliced jalapenos, red onion, apricot chutney

Leaves & Greens Special

mayo, red and green cabbage, carrots, apple cider vinegar, sugar

mango, watermelon, balsamic vinaigrette, mint

Sugar + Butter

Agua fresca & Infused water

Chef Soup De Jour

pork shoulder, hominy, poblanos, cilantro, tomatillo, oregano, cumin, pork broth, onions

Grate and Griddle

180 cal.

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Sugar + Butter

2260 cal.

Drinks

380 cal.

Bread + Pickle

80 cal.

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Dinner

Warm & Soulful

chicken, potatoes, onions, yogurt, lemon juice, turmeric, garam masala, cumin, ginger, garlic, tomato paste, heavy cream

cauliflower, onions, , lemon juice, turmeric, garam masala, cumin, ginger, garlic, tomato paste, vegan cream

Masa Y Salsa

braised pork, onion, orange juice, garlic, bayleaf, bell peppers, onion flour tortillas

mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, cheddar cheese, flour tortilla

pico de gallo, sour cream, jalapenos

Spoon & Spice

snap peas, brocolli, bell peppers, corn, celery, green onions, sweet chili sauce , ginger peanut sauce, vegan ranch

noodles soaked in soy sauce, mirin, rice vinegar, sugar

Grate and Griddle

180 cal.

15 cal.

130 cal.

620 cal.

700 cal.

200 cal.

410 cal.

120 cal.

400 cal.

Sugar + Butter

2260 cal.

Drinks

380 cal.

Bread + Pickle

80 cal.

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160 cal.

Leaves & Greens

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Vegetarian

Vegan

Made without Gluten-Containing Ingredients

Halal

Farm to Fork

Seafood Watch

Supplier Diversity

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

I’ve been trying to eat a healthier diet. Will I be able to find a healthy food choice in my café?

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