Kean University offers a wide variety of eatery options to fit anyone's appetite. Whether if one desires a meal, a snack, or just a cup of coffee, there are several options available.
AU BON PAIN
Located in the North Avenue Academic Building (NAAB), students can relax in this newly-opened cafe and bakery. From pastries to bread, patrons can also enjoy the many breakfast, lunch, and refrigerated items. For a full menu, click here.
CAS STARBUCKS
Located on the third floor of the Center for Academic Success, this Starbucks provides patrons with the opportunity to grab a coffee, tea, or baked good. This Starbucks features a vast assortment of classic beverages and Starbucks specialties, including a diverse selection of espresso, latte, and mocha beverages.
COUGAR'S DEN
Found on the first floor of the Miron Student Center, the restaurant-style eatery is located within a glass-enclosed dining atrium and provides a relaxing, vibrant atmosphere decorated with Kean Athletics paraphernalia. Patrons can also watch the latest sporting events on plasma televisions.
The Cougars’ Den features all-natural ingredients and offers a variety of gourmet soups, sandwiches, and salads. Healthy-meal options include a salmon dish, a black-bean burger, or a wrap. Click here for the Cougar's Den Late Night Programming & NFL Menu.
GLAB STARBUCKS CAFE
Located within the Barnes and Noble bookstore on the first floor of the Green Lane Academic Building (GLAB), in addition to coffee and other Starbucks favorites, guests can enjoy sandwiches, pizza, and baked goods.
MIRON STUDENT CENTER FOOD COURT
The Food Court features various food stations and has also "gone green" with biodegradable plates and utensils. Stations include Jersey Mikes, Pasta Plus, Green Zebra, Breakfast Grill, Grilled to Perfection, Salad Bar & Fresh Fruit, Sonos, Pizza and Entrees, Chef’s Corner, Tex Mex, Breakfast & Bakery, grab-and-go items, and a full line of beverages, including the Better for You Beverages: Fair Trade & Organic line.
MIRON STUDENT CENTER LOBBY
- Smashburger: Offers burgers, chicken sandwiches, salads, sides, and shakes. The burgers are always made-to-order, never frozen, and smashed and seared to perfection on a grill.
- Auntie Anne’s: Specializes in various pretzels with a wide variety of dips, Pretzel Dogs, beverages, and frozen drinks.
- Outtakes: Features grab-and-go sandwiches and salads, hot soup, yogurts, fresh fruit, cold soft drinks, groceries, frozen-food items (and a microwave for use), and baked goods. Outtakes also carries convenience store items.
NORTH AVENUE CAFE
The North Avenue Cafe is the perfect dining location for students taking classes on the East Campus.
NANCY THOMPSON LIBRARY STARBUCKS
The Nancy Thompson Library features the second largest Starbucks on a college campus in the eastern United States! The facility operates as a fully functioning Starbucks coffeehouse/restaurant.
RESIDENCE DINING HALL
The Residence Dining Hall is not just for residents -- anyone can dine here. The buffet-style options allow patrons to pick and choose from a variety of over 20 stations.
STEM KIOSK
Located in the lobby of the STEM building, this eatery offers "grab and go" items, coffee, and a variety of other beverages.
URSINO
Ursino Restaurant is where American history meets the modern world, and is considered by many as one of the top dining experiences in New Jersey. Ursino provides this memorable experience through its emphasis on outstanding, knowledgeable, and attentive service, and the use of local products in its menu, featuring organic vegetables from the Kean University garden.
