Baker Dining Commons – American
Sunlight streams through the expansive windows of Baker Dining Commons, a bustling social anchor where the morning air carries the comforting aroma of toasted grains and the evening hums with the vibrant energy of a shared community. This lively gathering spot serves as a culinary heartbeat for the day, offering a rotating tapestry of flavors that fuel ambitious mornings and provide a warm, communal sanctuary for winding down over hearty, steaming plates.
5501, South University Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60637 https://dining.uchicago.edu/locations-hours-2-2/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at Baker Dining Commons
Dairy-Free at Baker Dining Commons
Baker Dining Commons in Chicago has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Breakfast Door Rate, Dinner Door Rate and 10 Pack Meal Plan. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Baker Dining Commons
Baker Dining Commons in Chicago has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 10 Pack Meal Plan, Park Meal Plan and Travel Meal Plan. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Baker Dining Commons
Baker Dining Commons in Chicago has 7 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Breakfast Door Rate, Dinner Door Rate and 10 Pack Meal Plan. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Baker Dining Commons
Baker Dining Commons in Chicago has 7 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Breakfast Door Rate, Dinner Door Rate and 10 Pack Meal Plan. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Baker Dining Commons
Baker Dining Commons in Chicago has 7 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Breakfast Door Rate, Dinner Door Rate and 10 Pack Meal Plan. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Baker Dining Commons
Baker Dining Commons in Chicago has 7 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Breakfast Door Rate, Dinner Door Rate and 10 Pack Meal Plan. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Baker Dining Commons
Baker Dining Commons in Chicago has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Midway Meal Plan. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Baker Dining Commons
Baker Dining Commons in Chicago has 7 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Breakfast Door Rate, Dinner Door Rate and 10 Pack Meal Plan. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Baker Dining Commons
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Midway Meal Plan | 21 g | 0.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Dining Commons Entry
Walk-in rates for Baker, Bartlett, Cathey, and Woodlawn Dining Commons.
- Breakfast Door Rate - $12.6: Standard breakfast service entry for non-meal plan holders Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast
- Lunch Door Rate - $17.18: Standard lunch service entry for non-meal plan holders Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: lunch
- Dinner Door Rate - $21.76: Standard dinner service entry for non-meal plan holders Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner
Off-Campus Meal Packs
Meal packs specifically designed for off-campus students, faculty, and staff.
- 10 Pack Meal Plan - $177: 10 swipes per pack for Dining Commons Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Park Meal Plan - $174: 2 swipes, 1 meal exchange, and 120 Maroon Dollars Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Travel Meal Plan - $290: 4 swipes, 2 meal exchanges, and 190 Maroon Dollars Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Midway Meal Plan - $546: 25 swipes, 3 guest swipes, 4 meal exchanges, and 25 Maroon Dollars Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Baker Dining Commons
- Is Baker Dining Commons dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Baker Dining Commons has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Breakfast Door Rate, Dinner Door Rate and 10 Pack Meal Plan.
- What can I eat at Baker Dining Commons on a dairy-free diet?
- Breakfast Door Rate, Dinner Door Rate and 10 Pack Meal Plan carry the dairy-free tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Baker Dining Commons have vegan options?
- Yes. 7 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Breakfast Door Rate and Dinner Door Rate.
- Is Baker Dining Commons gluten-free?
- 4 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Baker Dining Commons?
- Midway Meal Plan, at roughly 0.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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