Thus I was pleasantly surprised to discover a complete range of dining choices available on campus, and that these venues are not limited to the faculty and students, but are open to the public. Fresno State features a dozen restaurants and dining venues, all under the direction of University Food Services, an independent contractor. Top of the line is the University Restaurant, seating 125 in a white tablecloth environment. This restaurant specializes in more upscale dishes, including salmon, several pastas and beef. It is where many of the college staff invite special guests to dine.
Adult beverages are available and the menu features hamburgers and relaxed sandwiches.
The Juice Works, next door, serves several high-performance fruit and sports drinks and smoothies. The Residence Dining Facility features all-station cooking and offers upward of 26 items and 28 beverages every day. In addition, there are two daily special entrees. Catering on campus is also a significant undertaking, with a dedicated staff of 150. I am told that if taken alone, it would be in the Top 10 of Fresno caterers.