Commons Café
Commons Café
Weekly Schedule
- Breakfast Mon-Fri, 7:30 am - 10:30 am
- Brunch Sat-Sun, 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
- Lunch Mon-Fri, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Dinner Mon-Sun, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Late Night Mon-Fri, 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Melange Mon-Fri, 11:30 am - 4:00 pm
- Melange Mon-Fri, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Daily Planet Mon-Fri, 7:30 am - 10:30 am
- Daily Planet Mon-Fri, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
- Daily Planet Mon-Fri, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Ovens Mon-Fri, 7:30 am - 10:30 am
- Ovens Mon-Fri, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
- Grill Mon-Fri, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Grill Mon-Fri, 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Classics Mon-Fri, 7:30 am - 2:30 pm
- Classics Mon-Fri, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Located in the Gray Campus Center, Commons is the main dining facility on campus. During the academic year, Commons is open 7 days a week and welcomes student, staff, faculty, and campus visitors to experience our made-from-scratch cooking, abundant salad bar, and house baked goods. Jump start your morning with a made-to-order breakfast sandwich, fresh pastries, fresh seasonal fruit, or a hearty breakfast special from the grill. Lunch features our taqueria, made to order deli sandwiches, comfort food at Daily Planet, hand tossed pizza, made from scratch soups, and a selection of desserts. At dinner, guests have the option to create their own dish at either Carve or Rice Bowl station, or chose from scratch made pasta dishes, delectable vegan/vegetarian entrees, or a made to order item from our grill station. Our salad bar always features produce sourced from local farms, fresh fruit, and a variety of composed salads. In a hurry? Check out our healthy options in our grab n go area.
Transact Mobile Ordering App FAQ
Here are some answers to frequently asked questions about our online ordering app, Transact. If your question is not answered here, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at [email protected]. For more information about Bon Appetit at Reed College, the food we are offering, or some of the important changes we have made to ensure our cafés are as safe as possible, please use the link on the main page of the Transact app.
Just Ask
Do you have a specific question about nutrition or the foods that are served in your Bon Appétit café? Just ask a Manager. We’d love to chat with you and discuss your needs. Want to set up a discussion, or need to contact us directly? Here you go.
Michael Bucuvalas, General Manager, [email protected]
Jesse Fairman, Executive Chef, [email protected]
Meal Plans
MEAL PLANS
We offer a variety of meal plans to fit your lifestyle. The meal plans operate on a declining balance or debit system. Depending on the plan selected, students begin each semester with a set amount of meal plan dollars or “points”. Students then draw down on their balance as they purchase food. If a student runs out of points they can add additional money throughout the semester. To inquire about meal plan sign-ups or more information, please stop by the Bon Appétit office or the Res Life office.
Learn more about Meal Plan options –
Reed College Meal Plans — 2023-24 Coming soon!
Brunch
Daily Planet North
- reg.1.75
- reg.1.00
- reg.1.25
- reg.2.00
Daily Planet South
- reg.2.25
- reg.3.50
- reg.3.50
Grill
- reg.6.75
- reg.6.75
- reg.6.75
- reg.2.35
Ovens
- reg.4.25
- reg.5.25
Dinner
Classics
- reg.7.95
- reg.7.95
Daily Planet North
- reg.7.95
Daily Planet South
- reg.8.25
- reg.7.95
Grill
- reg.2.35
Melange
- reg.8.25
- reg.8.25
Simmered
- reg.3.00
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Stay Fresh
Eat Local Challenge
We’re getting rooted in local food with a meal made entirely of foods grown within 150 miles of our cafés.
Black Beans and Greens Enchiladas
These enchiladas are packed with beans, greens, and other budget-friendly staples that pack in a lot of nutrients at a low cost.
How to Keep a Well-Stocked Pantry
Having a well-stocked pantry makes food prep easier and provides peace of mind knowing you can pull together a last-minute meal.
Budget-Friendly Bites
Eating foods that support your health doesn’t have to break the bank – keep things simple and get back to the basics.
Radicchio Breakfast Salad with Soft-Cooked Egg
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Whether you’re gearing up for a race or enjoying a long bike ride, fueling your body is key to performing and feeling your best.
Chia Seed Pudding
Prep this easy pudding the night before for a delicious on-the-go breakfast or snack to fuel your body.
Nutrition for Everyday Athletes
Fueling with the right foods can make a difference – keep these tips in mind when fueling for your workouts.
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Wild Alaskan Salmon with Arugula and Avocado-Corn Relish
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Trendy, flavored waters made from plants can shake up your hydration game, right?
Watermelon Sangrita Mocktail
The combination of watermelon and tomato juice, accented with lime and cayenne, makes for a slightly spicy and very cool summertime drink.
Upcoming Events
FOOD ALLERGIES
Serving Students with Food Allergies and Celiac Disease
The dining services team is well-trained in food allergy awareness and offer a number of options for students with food allergies and celiac disease. This includes communication about and modification to existing menu items, special preparation of menu items, and access to special products as agreed upon with students.
Daily menus for each café can be accessed at reed.cafebonappetit.com. Menu items that are appropriate options for most students with celiac disease are labeled as “made without gluten-containing ingredients” and can be filtered to streamline searching using the dietary preferences filter. Top-9 allergens are included in menu names and/or descriptions whenever possible. For more on eating with a food allergy in our café, visit this page. Further questions about ingredients can be answered by our trained managers/chefs on-site.
In addition, Reed College offers Carve, where meals a crafted with food-allergic guests in mind. All options are prepared with care using whole foods without the top-9 allergens plus gluten. This space also serves as an area to keep allergen friendly products such as breads and non-dairy alternatives. If you need additional assistance our team works with students to craft personalized meals meeting their dietary needs.
For questions about these services or to request food allergy accommodations, students should contact:
Michael Bucuvalas, General Manager
[email protected]
(503) 777-7370
Jess Gibson, Disability and Access Resources
[email protected]
(503) 517-7689
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.
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.
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.
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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?
Farm to Fork is our companywide initiative to buy locally from small, owner-operated farms and ranches within a 150-mile radius of your café — at least 20% of every dollar we spend.
We believe food grown locally is fresher, better tasting, and often has greater nutritional value.
Our commitment to local food is about preserving biodiversity, protecting open space, supporting family farmers, and keeping money invested in your community. 👩🌾
Check out our local partners at the link in our bio.
#EatLikeAPro #FarmToFork #SupportLocal #BuyLocal #LocallySourced #SustainableEating #FarmFresh #EatLocal
When we say we cook from scratch, we mean it.
Stocks, soups, salsas, salad dressings, and sauces are all made in house daily.
#EatLikeAPro #CookFromScratch #FromScratch #FreshIngredients #ChefLife #FoodiesofInstagram
Join us for our annual Eat Local Challenge in Commons Café this Tuesday, September 26 during lunch at Daily Planet. 🥕🥔🧅We’re getting rooted in local food with a meal made entirely of foods grown within 150 miles of our café. #reedcollege #eatatreed #eatlocalchallenge
Now that you're using cafebonappetit.com more regularly to check menus, you may want an easy way to look for menu items that fit your specific dietary needs and preferences.
Watch this quick video on how to filter menus by your dietary preferences and #EatLikeAPro. 📲
#DietaryRestrictions #MenuFilter #FoodAllergies #EatSmart #FoodChoices #MenuOptions
One of the best ways to save money (and save another trip to the store) is to keep a well-stocked pantry! Here are 5 tips to get you started and help you #EatLikeAPro. 🤑
1️⃣ Start small and expand. Buy a few shelf-stable basics per week and store up your staples over time.
2️⃣ Stay organized with pantry zones for different products.
3️⃣ Do regular pantry audits once a month to remove expired or questionable items.
4️⃣ Use up the product you purchased first before opening a newer one.
5️⃣ Once you have basic pantry staples on hand, get creative with fermented foods, interesting sauces like spicy harissa, and dried seasonings like nori or dukkah!
#SaveMoney #WellStockedPantry #PantryTips #PantryOrganization
Try out this satisfying, budget friendly meal that skips the more expensive animal protein and opts for black beans: Black Beans and Greens Enchiladas! 💚
Makes 4 - 6 servings
INGREDIENTS
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided, plus more for oiling the pan
1 cup vegetable broth (low or no sodium)
8 ounces tomato sauce
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon cumin
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 medium onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 medium zucchinis, diced
2 cups cooked, dried black beans*
3 cups chopped greens, such as spinach, chard, kale, or mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped
10-12 medium corn tortillas
1 cup shredded Jack, cheddar, or queso fresco cheese (optional)
4 scallions, finely chopped
*Bon Appétit chefs use cooked, dried beans. If you prefer to use canned beans at home, be sure to rinse thoroughly before using.
DIRECTIONS
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2️⃣ Prepare sauce: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat and whisk in vegetable broth and tomato sauce. Simmer 5-8 minutes until thickened. Then remove from heat; stir in paprika, white pepper, cumin, and oregano; and allow to cool.
3️⃣ Prepare filling: Heat another tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat in a large sauté pan. When oil is hot, add onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in zucchini, black beans, greens, salt, and cilantro, and sauté another 3-5 minutes.
4️⃣ Oil a large casserole or baking pan. Fill each tortilla with about 1/4 cup filling, roll, and place seam side down in pan.
5️⃣ Pour sauce evenly on top and sprinkle with cheese. Bake in preheated oven for about 20 minutes then top with diced scallion.
#EatLikeAPro #BudgetFriendlyEats #PlantBasedMeal #VegetarianRecipes #MeatlessMonday #EasyRecipes #BlackBeanEnchiladas