About Us

USD Dining is a not-for-profit, self-operated, auxiliary that serves the students, faculty and staff of the University of San Diego. USD Dining annually allocates earnings back to the University of San Diego and students.

We are passionate about the food we provide for you each day. Our team includes staff who have been serving the USD community for as many as 35 years; chefs trained at world-renowned schools such as the Culinary Institute of America and Johnson & Wales; and a management team that is dedicated to creating enjoyable meals and services for each and every customer.

Within the Auxiliary Services division, our nationally recognized, award-winning campus dining program encompasses a variety of unique retail locations, La Gran Terraza restaurant and pub, Tu Mercado (market, deli and spirit shop), Pavilion Dining, athletic concessions, vending and USD Catering. We are proud to also provide meals for conference services and the Manchester Child Development Center.

Media/Interview Requests:

Please contact us at least 7 business days in advance to request a meeting/interview by emailing usdaux@sandiego.edu and copy press@sandiego.edu.