Bartlett Dining Commons – American
Housed in a grand, light-filled hall, this bustling social hub transforms the daily ritual of dining into a vibrant communal experience that pulses with energy from dawn until dusk. The air is thick with the inviting scent of fair-trade coffee and the crisp tang of artisanal kombucha, providing a refreshing sanctuary where guests gather over a diverse array of hearty, soul-warming meals. It is a place where flexible dining meets historic charm, offering a welcoming atmosphere that serves as the true heart of the campus community.
5640, 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, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Bartlett Dining Commons
Dairy-Free at Bartlett Dining Commons
Bartlett Dining Commons in Chicago has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 10 Pack Meal Plan, Midway Meal Plan and Travel Meal Plan. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Bartlett Dining Commons
Bartlett Dining Commons in Chicago has 7 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 10 Pack Meal Plan, Midway Meal Plan and Travel Meal Plan. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Bartlett Dining Commons
Bartlett Dining Commons in Chicago has 11 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 10 Pack Meal Plan, Midway Meal Plan and Travel Meal Plan. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Bartlett Dining Commons
Bartlett Dining Commons in Chicago has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Warrior Kombucha. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Bartlett Dining Commons
Bartlett Dining Commons in Chicago has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Warrior Kombucha. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Bartlett Dining Commons
Bartlett Dining Commons in Chicago has 11 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 10 Pack Meal Plan, Midway Meal Plan and Travel Meal Plan. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Bartlett Dining Commons
Bartlett Dining Commons in Chicago has 11 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 10 Pack Meal Plan, Midway Meal Plan and Travel Meal Plan. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Bartlett Dining Commons
Bartlett Dining Commons in Chicago has 8 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 10 Pack Meal Plan, Midway Meal Plan and Travel 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 Bartlett Dining Commons
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Fair Trade Coffee | 39.3 g | 5.6 g |
| Midway Meal Plan | 21 g | 0.3 g |
| Warrior Kombucha | 0.1 g | 0 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Dining Commons Door Rates
Rates for non-meal plan holders paying with credit/debit or campus cash.
- Breakfast - $12.6: Standard breakfast service at 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 Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Lunch - $17.18: Standard lunch service at 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 Available at: lunch
- Dinner - $21.76: Standard dinner service at 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 Available at: dinner
Off-Campus Meal Packs
Meal packs designed for off-campus students, faculty, and staff.
- 10 Pack Meal Plan - $177: 10 swipes per pack 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, $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, $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, $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
Beverages
Beverages available through dining commons and local partners (prices vary by location).
- Fair Trade Coffee: Ethically sourced coffee served during weekend breakfast Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Brava Kombucha: Local partner beverage Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Warrior Kombucha: Local partner beverage Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Danie's Natural Juice Blends: Local partner juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Bartlett Dining Commons
- Is Bartlett Dining Commons dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Bartlett Dining Commons has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 10 Pack Meal Plan, Midway Meal Plan and Travel Meal Plan.
- What can I eat at Bartlett Dining Commons on a dairy-free diet?
- 10 Pack Meal Plan, Midway Meal Plan and Travel 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 Bartlett Dining Commons have vegan options?
- Yes. 11 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including 10 Pack Meal Plan and Midway Meal Plan.
- Is Bartlett Dining Commons gluten-free?
- 7 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 Bartlett Dining Commons?
- Fair Trade Coffee, at roughly 5.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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