Sep 19, 2024  
2024-2025 Pitzer Student Handbook 
    
2024-2025 Pitzer Student Handbook

Dining and Catering


For more information, visit Meal Plans & Claremont Cash on the Pitzer website.

Bon Appetit (Catering)
Website | McConnell Center | 909-607-2794

Pitzer’s catering services are run by Bon Appetit which offers exceptional food, professional service, creative presentation and genuine value. The extensive catering menu includes regional and ethnic specialties and a wide assortment of vegetarian and vegan fare. Whether you are planning an afternoon coffee break, a rustic barbecue, or a black-tie gala, Bon Appetit has something for every taste and budget. Students can also utilize Pack-Outs (for groups of 10 or more) which are ideal for study groups, sports games, clubs and other group activities. The Grove House also provides catering options. For more information, email ghkitchen@pitzer.edu. More information on the Grove House is also below.

Grove House
Website | 909-607-3654

The Grove House is a California craftsman-style bungalow where students can hang out, study, or even have a jam session with one of the musical instruments available. The Grove House Committee, comprised of students and staff, meets weekly to ensure the provision of community-building events. The Grove House is also home of one of our student-operated restaurants (with the oversight of a full-time Pitzer staff member). Students can stop by for breakfast and lunch that includes vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free items, and refreshments and fresh baked goods are made daily.

McConnell Bistro
Website | McConnell Center | 909-607-2788

Princeton reviews’ #1 dining hall food in the West and #4 in the country. A spacious self-service and served dining hall located on the first floor of McConnell Center where students in residence come to eat. Brunch and dinner are served on weekends. Enjoy fresh made-from-scratch meals seven days a week. Meal swipes, Claremont Cash, credit cards, and flex dollars are accepted here.

Pit-Stop Café
Website | Scott Courtyard | 909-607-1704

The Pit-Stop Café is located in Bernard Hall facing the Scott Courtyard. The café serves coffee, espresso drinks, gourmet sandwiches, wraps, salads, fruit cups, juice and freshly baked pastries. Wireless Internet access is available and Claremont Cash, credit cards, and flex dollars are accepted here.

Shakedown Café and Taqueria
Website | Gold Student Center | 909-607-4338

Located close to the residence halls, this spot is a short walk to get a late night snack. From plant based proteins to grass-fed beef burgers, fresh made salads and sandwiches, and our brand new Taqueria, this spot is the perfect community gathering place. Meal swipes, Claremont Cash, credit cards, and flex dollars are accepted here.