East Side Dining / Chávez Hall – Mexican
East Side Dining serves as a vibrant global crossroads where the air is thick with the enticing aromas of simmering spices and sizzling woks. This bustling culinary hub invites guests on a journey across continents, pairing the comforting warmth of Ghanaian jollof and creamy butter chicken with the savory, wok-fired depth of Peruvian arroz chaufa and traditional Zimbabwean stews. The communal energy and diverse array of international flavors transform every meal into a spirited exploration of world traditions.
100, Nicolls Road, Stony Brook, Town of Brookhaven, Suffolk County, New York, 11794, United States https://stonybrook.edu/dining0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, tlc, macrobiotic
What to order at East Side Dining / Chávez Hall
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Kebab Tabei | 0 g | 64.5 g |
| Arroz Chaufa (Peruvian Fried Rice) | 148.6 g | 56.3 g |
| Ghanaian Jollof Rice | 70.8 g | 43.7 g |
| Spicy Aloo Ki Sabzi | 91 g | 38.5 g |
| Sadza Nemuriwo Unenyama | 76.2 g | 29.3 g |
| Strawberry Banana Napoleon | 90.7 g | 11.8 g |
| Fruit Skewers Tanghulu | 98.2 g | 7.2 g |
| Butter Chicken | 8.3 g | 3.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Dine-In Door Prices
Standard entry prices for dine-in locations for guests without meal swipes.
- Breakfast Door Price - $9.1: All-you-care-to-eat breakfast at East or West Side Dining 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, brunch
- Lunch/Brunch Door Price - $15.6: All-you-care-to-eat lunch or weekend brunch at East or West Side Dining 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: brunch, lunch
- Dinner Door Price - $16.65: All-you-care-to-eat dinner at East or West Side Dining 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
- Late Night Door Price - $10.9: All-you-care-to-eat late night dining at East or West Side Dining 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
Featured Student Recipes
Authentic international dishes featured from the Cooking from Home program.
- Arroz Chaufa (Peruvian Fried Rice) - $15.6: Rice, chicken breast, eggs, hot dogs, green onions, red bell pepper, ginger, soy sauce, garlic Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Butter Chicken - $15.6: Chicken breast, ginger garlic paste, red chili powder, tomatoes, onions, cashew, kasoori methi, garam masala, butter, cream, milk Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kebab Tabei - $15.6: Ground beef, onion, garlic, tomato, dill, cilantro, turmeric, paprika, sumac, olive oil Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sadza Nemuriwo Unenyama - $15.6: Beef stew, cornmeal (Sadza), blanched collard greens, onions, tomatoes Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Aloo Ki Sabzi - $15.6: Potatoes, red onions, Thai green chili, garlic, cilantro, tomatoes, amchur, mustard oil, ginger-garlic paste, garam masala, heavy cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ghanaian Jollof Rice - $15.6: Jasmine rice, goat meat or chicken, red and yellow onions, habanero, tomato paste, shrimp powder, bell peppers, ginger, garlic Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
Sweet treats and student-inspired desserts.
- Strawberry Banana Napoleon - $15.6: Puff pastry, vanilla pastry cream, fresh strawberries, bananas, strawberry banana icing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Fruit Skewers Tanghulu - $15.6: Strawberries, grapes, clementine segments, sugar glaze, corn syrup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian
- Blue Ribbon Drop Biscuits - $15.6: Bread flour, frozen butter, whole milk, sugar, baking powder Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Frequently Asked Questions about East Side Dining / Chávez Hall
- What is the highest-protein dish at East Side Dining / Chávez Hall?
- Kebab Tabei, at roughly 64.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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