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University Centers Dining & Retail
Bringing the campus community a mix of quick-casual eateries to satisfy a variety of food cravings -- from locally-owned restaurants serving family recipes along with well-known national chains everyone loves, in addition to several retail services to help support the needs of the campus community.
Most Eateries Accept GRUBHUB!
Starting Winter Qtr - Tuesday Specials
Current SpecialsDining
@ Price Center
Last updated 04/8/24
Burger King
Mon-Thu: 7am - 1am • Fri: 7am-12am
Sat: 8am - 12am • Sun: 9:30am - 12am
Burgers, fries, and more —all freshly prepared— just the way you want it! After all, when you have it your way it just tastes better.
(858) 457-8272
Burger KingCurry Up Now
Mon-Thurs: 10am - 10pm • Fri: 10am - 9pm •
Sat & Sun: 11am - 8pm
Indian street food with a twist. Enjoy Tikka Masala burritos; Holy Moly Fried Ravioli, Itsy Bitsy Naan Bites, Samosas, rice dishes, bowls, and more. Offering vegan, vegetarian, keto, paleo, and halal dishes.
(858) 780-5030
Curry Up NowDirty Birds
Mon-Fri: 10am - 9:30pm • Sat-Sun : 12pm - 6pm
Proudly serving some of the best wings in San Diego!
(858) 750-2121
DIRTY BIRDSFlavorfull
Mon-Fri: 9:30am-7:30pm • Sat- Sun: Closed
A mix of hearty, healthy and flavorful bowls, wraps and salads. Bubble Waffles for those with a sweet tooth.
(858) 203-3364
Jamba
Mon-Fri: 9am - 7pm • Sat: 9am - 4pm • Sun: Closed
Smoothies, energy bowls, all-natural baked goods, steel-cut oatmeal, and other healthy choices.
(858) 622-2020
Lemongrass
Mon-Thur: 9am - 7:30pm • Fri: 9am - 5pm • Sat: 10am-3pm
Sun: Closed
Thai fusion comfort dishes made with fresh, healthy flavors of seasonal fruits and vegetables.
(858) 455-6465
Panda Express
Mon-Fri: 9:30am - 8pm • Sat: 10am - 3pm
Sun: Closed
From traditional Chinese favorites to fresh new taste creations, Panda Express has something for everyone.
(858) 638-0106
Rubio's Coastal Grill
Mon-Fri: 10am - 8pm • Sat-Sun: Closed
Famous for fish tacos, Rubios also offers made-to- order burritos, tacos, quesadillas, salads, and more.
(858) 784-0508
Santorini Greek Island Grill
Mon-Fri: 7:30am - 9:30pm • Fri: 7:30am - 9pm
Sat: 9am - 6pm • Sun: 11am-8pm
Fresh-made Mediterranean dishes, including falafel, gyros, salads and more.
(858) 622-0067
Starbucks
Mon-Thurs: 7am - 9pm • Fri: 7am - 8pm
Sat: 8am - 6pm • Sun: 9am - 6pm
Enjoy your favorite coffee and tea drinks at your student union! Art gallery featuring student work. Interested in working at your Student Union Starbucks?
(858) 534-5562
Check out the Art Gallery wall featuring student work. Interested in working at your Student Union Starbucks? Check Handshake for available positions.
Subway
Mon-Fri: 7am - 7pm • Sat-Sun: 9am - 4pm
Currently a limited sandwich and salad menu.
(858) 638-8275
Su Pan Bakery
Mon-Fri: 7am - 3pm • Sat-Sun: Closed
A family-owned, authentic panadería from San Diego featuring made-from-scratch pan dulce, conchas, galletas, cochinitos, flan custards, fruit tarts, and more. Located in Y Mas, next to Burger King in Price Center, level 1.
(619) 287-2078
Sunshine Market
Mon-Thurs: 7am - 9pm • Fri: 7am - 6pm
Sat-Sun: 11am - 5pm
A full-service grocery store with fresh grab and go lunch options, sundries, snacks and more.
(858) 534-4248
Tapioca Express
Mon-Fri: 9:30am - 11pm • Sat-Sun: 10:30am - 11pm
Your place for tea and Boba drinks! Plus, enjoy a full menu of Asian inspired food.
(858) 678-8821
Zanzibar Café at The Loft
Mon-Fri: 10:30am - 5pm • Sat-Sun: Closed
Enjoy a unique dining experience at Zanzibar located inside The Loft on level 2 of Price Center East. Meet friends for breakfast, lunch, or happy hour.
(858) 678-0922
@ Student Center
Blue Pepper Cuisine
Mon-Fri: 9am - 8pm • Sat-Sun: Closed
Specializing in fresh, quality Asian cuisine, featuring healthy Thai and vegetarian options.
(858) 203-3654
Food Co-op
As a student run cooperative, it provides vegetarian and vegan foods, and natural homeopathic medicines at student friendly prices.
(858) 546-8339
Shores Diner
Mon-Fri: 7:30am - 11pm • Sat-Sun: 10am - 5pm
Bringing back the nostalgia of classic American diners, where good food, good prices, and good vibes come together.
(858) 999-0018
Taco Villa
Mon-Fri: 8am - 8pm • Sat-Sun: Closed
An authentic taco shop right on campus, serving all your favorite Mexican dishes. Located in the Student Center.
(858) 866-6339
@ Student Services Center
Croutons
Mon-Fri: 10am - 3pm • Sat-Sun: Closed
Choose from a variety of fresh salads, soups or panini. Located on level 2 of the Student Services Center (across from Price Center).
(858) 450-0240
Yogurt World
Mon-Fri: 11am - 9pm • Sat-Sun: 12pm - 5pm
Fill up your own cup of frozen yogurt! Located on level 1 of the Student Services Center (across from Price Center).
(858) 558-8989
Shops & Services
University Centers offers a variety of convenient retail services for the UC San Diego community.
@ Price Center
Amazon
Easy pick-up and returns at Price Center! On-site Customer Service and longer package holds available.
PARKING:
- Park at Gilman Parking Structure
- Park in V (visitor) spaces, cost is $3.00 an hour.
- There are a few limited FREE 10 minute parking spots on Level 2
- Limited FREE 30 minute parking spots at the end of Russell Lane
- FREE parking on WEEKENDS (unless marked otherwise)
- Handicap parking available on Matthews Lane
WALKING DIRECTIONS FROM PARKING:
- From Gilman Parking Structure, walk up Russell Lane to the end of the road. Turn left and follow road up to UCSD Bookstore. Signs will direct you to Amazon.
- If the UCSD Bookstore is closed keep walking to end of the building and turn right on Library Walk; turn right again, and follow the steps down to Price Center Plaza. Amazon will be on your right.
FREE short-term parking
Gilman Parking Structure
Mandeville Parking
A.S. Graphic Studio
Tue-Thu: 10:30am - 4:30pm
Innovative graphic design services and solutions for UC San Diego students, faculty and staff.
(858) 246-0972
The Bookstore
Mon-Fri: 9am - 5pm • Sat: 11am - 4pm • Sun: Closed
Find spirit gear, gifts, dorm accessories, and of course your textbooks, medical books and office supplies.
(858) 534-3770
UC San Diego Box Office
Pick up tickets for campus and Ticketmaster events, plus get student discounts on area attractions and movies.
(858) 534-TIXS (8497)
Event Services & Reservations Desk
A general information desk, providing all resources and services student organizations and campus departments need to reserve rooms, plan events, and more. Drop and claim lost and found items.
(858)534-7666
Salon 101
Mon-Fri: 10am - 6pm • Sat: 10am - 4pm • Sun: Closed
Quality salon services conveniently located in the heart campus at Price Center—haircuts, color, waxing, facials, manicures, and pedicures. Call for an appointment.
(858) 404-0834
Target
Mon - Fri: 7am - 10pm • Sat-Sun: 8am - 10pm
Located on Level 2 of Price Center West, this Target campus store is unique and provides a curated assortment of products and services tailored to the specific needs and wants of students, staff and faculty on the UC San Diego campus. Also includes a CVS Pharmacy.
(858) 410-0390
The Trove
Mon-Fri: 9am - 3pm • Sat-Sun: Closed
The Trove is a campus hub for Student Mail Services located at University Centers, Price Center on Library Walk, directly across from Geisel Library. The Trove houses one of several Student Mail parcel centers on campus. Students residing at Marshall, Warren, Muir, and Village at Pepper Canyon pick up their incoming packages at this location. The student parcel center at The Trove is the first to offer contactless package pickup using Smart locker technology.
The Trove is a full-service postal annex, offering shipping and mailing services to the public, students, and the campus community with highly competitive, university-negotiated shipping rates. Visit the Mailing Center for services and hours.
(858) 534-1164
University Credit Union
@ Student Center
Campus Bike & Skate
Mon-Fri: 9am - 5pm • Sat-Sun: Closed
A well-stocked shop with everything you need to keep your rides safe and smooth.
(858) 534-4279
Campus bike & skateGeneral Store Co-op
Mon-Fri: 11am - 4pm • Tue & Thu: 1pm - 4pm
Sat-Sun: Closed
A non-profit, student-run cooperative committed to offering the campus community an assortment of school supplies, snacks, and convenience items at low price.
(858) 450-3080
gENERAL STORE Co-OPGroundworks Books
Mon-Fri: 11am - 5pm • Sat-Sun: Closed
A cooperatively managed bookshop run by volunteers, serving as a community resource for students, faculty, and activists.