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Fresh, Flexible, and Thoughtfully Crafted Campus Dining.

Northwood University Dining Services is focused on delivering food that’s fresh, balanced, and made with care.

Our dining locations are designed to be comfortable spaces where students can recharge between classes, meet with friends, or grab a quick and satisfying meal. With multiple dining options across campus and hours that fit busy schedules, you can always find something that works for your day.

We offer a wide range of dietary choices including allergen-friendly items, vegetarian meals, vegan options, and made-to-order selections. Clear nutrition information and ingredient details are available so you can make informed decisions about what you eat. Daily menus are easy to view online, which helps you plan ahead and choose meals that match your needs.

If you are hosting a meeting, celebration, or campus event, Northwood University Catering Services provides reliable, high-quality food and professional service. Whether you are dining on campus or coordinating a larger event, our team is focused on making your experience convenient, consistent, and enjoyable.

View Northwood Dining Hours by Location
Dow Commons Dining Hall

Monday – Thursday:
Breakfast: 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Lunch: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Dinner: 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Late Night: 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Friday:
Breakfast: 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Lunch: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Dinner: 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM

Saturday:
Breakfast: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Brunch: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Dinner: 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM

Sunday:
Breakfast: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Brunch: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Dinner: 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Late Night: 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Mid Cafe

Sunday: CLOSED
Monday – Thursday: 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Wolf Den

Monday – Friday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday: CLOSED

North Village Bistro

Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday: CLOSED

Meal Plan Options

Residence Hall and Naegele Village Apartment Residents

Standard Plan 1Standard Plan 2
250 Meals per semester215 Meals per semester
$300 Flex Points per semester$600 Flex Points per semester
$3,450 per semester$3,450 per semester

North Village Apartment Residents

Standard Plan 1Standard Plan 2120 Plan85 Plan
250 Meals per semester215 Meals per semester120 Meals per semester85 Meals per semester
$300 Flex Points per semester$600 Flex Points per semester$450 Flex Points per semester$800 Flex Points per semester
$3,450 per semester$3,450 per semester$2,320 per semester$2,320 per semester
North Village Apartment residents also have the choice to not opt-in to a meal plan.

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Dow Commons

Dow Commons offers a variety of fresh and flavorful options designed to satisfy every taste. Students and visitors can enjoy vegetarian, vegan, and halal meals, along with other customizable choices to fit different dietary needs. The Globe Station features authentic international flavors, bringing a world of taste to your plate.

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Mid Cafe

Mid Cafe, located in Jordan Hall, provides a casual and convenient dining experience with quick, easy service. Enjoy a variety of breakfast items, sandwiches, wraps, and burgers, along with plant-based, dairy-free, and gluten-free options available upon request. Mid Cafe makes it simple to grab a satisfying meal that fits your schedule and dietary preferences.

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Wolf Den

The Wolf Den is perfect for a pre- or post-workout meal, offering a variety of fresh and nutritious options. Choose from freshly squeezed fruit and vegetable drinks, Greek yogurt smoothies, flatbread pizzas, wraps, paninis, and salads. The Wolf Den provides convenient, wholesome choices to help students stay energized and active throughout the day.

A modern cafe interior with wooden tables, gray chairs, pendant lights, and a counter displaying food and drinks highlights the cafe's exceptional dining services.

North Village Bistro

North Village Bistro, located in the North Village Apartments, offers a modern dining experience with a wide variety of hot and cold coffee beverages from Creation Coffee. Enjoy soups, salads, burgers, sweets, and specialty entrees made fresh daily.

Next door, the Marketplace provides a 24-hour self-checkout shop with convenient snacks, essentials, and amenities for all students on campus. Together, the Bistro and Marketplace make it easy to find quality meals and grab-and-go options any time of day.

Resident Meal Plans

All students living on campus in housing without full kitchens are required to have a Resident Meal Plan. When choosing your meal plan, remember to select the option that will provide enough meals to last throughout the 16-week semester.

Meals must be used during the semester only, while Meal Plan Flex Points may be used during the full academic year (Fall/Spring). Both Meals and Flex Points may also be used for guests of the student. Flex Points can be used to purchase meals and snacks at any Dining Services location.

Enjoy three hot dogs topped with mustard, onions, and relish, served by Dining Services on a plate with curly fries, a side salad, shredded cheese, and a refreshing glass of soda.

Sustainability at NU

Northwood University Dining Services is dedicated to promoting sustainable and eco-friendly dining across campus. We prioritize biodegradable and reusable materials and recycle thousands of pounds of cardboard and metal each year.

Our Green Container program allows students to borrow reusable to-go containers and return them for cleaning and reuse. We also partner with local suppliers to source fresh ingredients closer to home, lowering our carbon footprint.

more about sustainability
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have questions?

Contact Us

Gary Mackley

Interim Director of Dining Services

(989) 837-4241

dining department

northwooddiningservices.com

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