George Fox University | Café Bon Appétit

Meal Cards

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Bon Appétit offers several options for on campus dining available to students NOT on meal plans, commuters, staff and faculty. All available for purchase in the food service office, located in Canyon Commons.

ON-CAMPUS DINING for Students, Faculty & Staff

Declining balance plan – bring your George Fox ID card in to the office along with cash, check or debit/credit card and we can load money directly on your ID card. We’ll add an additional 10% credit if you add $50 or more! This can be used in the main dining room, Bruin Den, Bruin Bites or Bridge café.
Commuter VIP – our newest offering geared toward commuter students, for $75 you can purchase a punch card good for 12 meals (breakfast, lunch or dinner) in the Canyon Commons dining room.
Lunch club card – available to staff and faculty, this pre-paid punch card is good for 15 lunches in the Canyon Commons dining room and a terrific bargain at $65

Lunch Club

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Valid during lunch in the Canyon Commons. Available for purchase in the food service office located in Canyon Commons.

PURCHASE 15 MEALS FOR $65!

TIME IS EVERYTHING. If you work on campus, taking time for lunch during a busy work day is a valuable commodity. Eating on campus saves you time and gives you an opportunity to maximize your lunch break.

IT’S SOCIAL. A lunch enjoyed in the Commons give you the opportunity to socialize with both co-workers and students and enjoy a sense of community.

SUSTAINABLE. SERIOUSLY. Bon Appétit has had industry-leading commitments to environmentally and socially responsible sourcing. By eating on campus you know your food has been sourced with care.

Stay Fresh

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The Buzz: Blue Zones® Diet

What’s the secret to living past 100? It may be eating and living like people in the world’s “Blue ZonesⓇ.” Here’s what we can learn from healthy centenarians and the Blue Zones Diet.

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Recipe: Beet and Frisée Salad with Smoky Pistachio Dust

Can’t stop the beet! Full of nutrients and fiber, beets may help increase blood and oxygen flow to your muscles. Pair with avocado, cucumber, and magic pistachio dust for a winning side dish.

Health Food with High Fiber Content

The Buzz: Carb Cycling

Have you heard of carb cycling? Here’s what you should know about the latest go-to diet to boost athletic performance and burn fat.

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Recipe: Tahini, Apricot, and Sea Salt Energy Bites

Skip the processed bars with long ingredient lists and fuel up with these simple tahini, apricot, and sea salt energy bites.

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When Beauty Is Skin Deep

Nutrients, fiber, antioxidants — there’s so much that makes peels and rinds appealing, so why throw them away? Check out this list of produce you don’t have to peel.

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Composting 101

Composting is a lot easier than you think. To celebrate Earth Day, check out these resources that’ll have you composting at home or at work in no time.

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The Buzz: The MIND Diet

The MIND diet could be your brain’s ticket to staying younger, longer. Our dietitians explain what’s behind this promising diet.

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Recipe: Mackerel White Bean Salad with Fresh Herbs

A sustainable and flavorful fish, mackerel has omega-3 fatty acids that are great for your brain. Try this high-protein salad that pairs mackerel with creamy white beans, arugula, and herbs.

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The Buzz: Low-Fat vs. Low-Carb Diets for Weight Loss

Are low-fat or low-carb diets better for weight loss and overall health? A new study clears up some confusion over this controversial topic.

Sauteed Tofu with Spring Vegetables and Za’atar

Recipe: Sautéed Tofu with Spring Vegetables and Za'atar

What’s za’atar? This spice mix is everything. Try it out with this sautéed tofu with spring vegetables recipe.

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The Buzz: Plant-Based Milks

Mooove over, dairy — there are new milks on the block. Find out if plant-based milks are right for you.

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Recipe: Shaved Radish Fennel Salad with Blood Orange and Black Olive

This flavorful recipe shows off the season’s best, starring bold blood oranges, peppery shaved radish, and savory black olives.

ALL CAFÉ HOURS

Canyon Commons Closed
Bridge Cafe Closed
Bruin DenTomorrow: Breakfast From 8:00 am to 10:30 am
Bruin BitesClosed

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Vegan

Vegan: Contains absolutely no animal or dairy products.
Humane

Humane: Contains humanely raised meat, poultry, or eggs. Must be certified by a credible third-party animal welfare organization.

Vegetarian

Vegetarian: Contains no meat, fish, poultry, shellfish or products derived from these sources but may contain dairy or eggs

Made Without Gluten- Containing Ingredients

Made without Gluten-Containing Ingredients: Due to our open kitchens that handle gluten, we cannot guarantee that items made without gluten-containing ingredients are “gluten-free,” as defined by the FDA. We make every effort to avoid gluten cross-contact; however there is always the potential for cross-contact with other gluten-containing food items, particularly in our self-serve facilities. We encourage guests to speak to the chef or manager regarding any questions about ingredients.

Eat Right — For You

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Do you care about whether your food was grown locally or raised humanely? Or are you more interested in protein vs. carbs?

Whatever your priorities, we can help you chew the right thing. At Bon Appétit, we’re working toward “food service for a sustainable future.” How we define that is a mouthful, but the bottom line is that we strive to cook delicious food that’s good for you, the animals, the workers, the community, and the Earth — because they’re all connected. And we’re proud to be the first food service company to tackle many important issues in these areas.

We’re here to support you by giving the information you need to choose wisely. Visit our Wellness page for a feast of information about the roles our from-scratch cooking, nutritional approach, local sourcing, and other sustainability programs can play on your menu.

Recipes

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grilled watermelon recipe

Grilled Watermelon with Cayenne and Lime

Refreshing and juicy but with a toasted complexity that is balanced by the lime, this unique appetizer is as tasty as it is hydrating. Serves 12. 1 medium watermelon Zest of 1 lime 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons lime juice (about 5-6 limes), divided 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoons honey 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/4…Read More

Radish Greens Chimichurri

When the tops of root vegetables such as radishes and turnips are in good condition, don’t let them go to waste! This recipe transforms radish greens into a bright and simple chimichurri sauce that is a delicious and refreshing topping to many foods from omelets to roasted potatoes. Makes 2/3 cup, enough for about 4-6…Read More

bistro lentil salad

Bistro Lentil Salad with Carrots and Dijon

3 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided 4 medium carrots, diced 2 cloves garlic, finely diced 1 cup french green lentils 2 cups water 1 bay leaf 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 shallot, finely diced 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped,…Read More

Nutrition

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Good nutrition is more than just the numbers.

Healthy eating patterns are a result of skills and strategies for managing all types of food…despite the numbers. Knowing the nutritional values of some basic foods can help you learn which foods provide too much or too little of the nutrients that concern you. Bon Appétit has compiled this guide of common nutritional values for many of the basic offerings you will find in our cafés. The numbers here are based on standard nutrient values for these types of foods.

Download PDF: Knowing the Numbers

Tell Us What You Think

Do you have a specific question, suggestion, or feedback about your meal at a Bon Appétit café? Feel free to browse the previously asked questions below or contact our Bon Appétit managers using this form.

Common Questions

I have been trying to eat a healthier diet. Will I be able to find a healthy food choice in the Bon Appétit café?

Can you tell me how many calories are in the foods in the Bon Appétit café?

How will you handle my concerns about a food allergy?

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