A picture of students walking toward the Student Life Pavilion on the USD campus

Dine, Shop, Meet

The UCSLP offers a diverse selection of dining and retail options.

The buffet at La Gran Terraza

La Gran Terraza

La Gran Terraza, USD's own restaurant and pub serves California cuisine with a Mediterranean flair. With seasonal menu selections, our chefs deliver taste and quality by using local produce and delicious recipes that delight the palate. Coupled with breathtaking views, La Gran Terraza offers a unique ambience with both indoor and outdoor dining options.

Pavilion Dining

Pavilion Dining is home to an array of unique dining concepts in a food court type setting that fuse distinct ingredients and flavors to create delicious menus in an inviting environment.

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Tu Mercado

USD's market and deli is located on level 2 of the Student Life Pavilion.

  • Market with grab and go
  • All the essentials for home or campus living
  • Spirit Shop - USD and Toreros clothing and gifts
  • Coffee and Espresso bar
  • Deli

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USD Torero Store

The official University of San Diego store and spirit shop offers USD and Toreros exclusive apparel, gifts and licensed merchandise. The Torero Store provides the campus textbooks and course materials in addition to technology and more. Shop online anytime.

Informal Study Spaces

Mother Teresa Plaza

This popular plaza is a gathering place for students to study, dine, hold a rally, meet a friend, or just hang out on the grass. Mother Teresa Plaza is a hub for diverse activity. Reservations are available on a first-come, first-served basis through the Virtual EMS Event Registration System.

SLP 3rd Floor Courtyard

Relax in the shade of a market umbrella, or meet for lunch or to study. Regardless of your needs, the SLP Courtyard will not disappoint. The SLP Courtyard is open weekdays 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. and weekends 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. for informal use. Reservations are honored Monday through Friday from 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. and on weekends between 9 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Frank Warren Lounge and Patio

The patio in front of Frank's Lounge is an open-use area with contemporary features that invite you to stay and relax while catching up with friends and enjoying some sweeter treats from the Blue Spoon. Speak with a University Center Operations or Frank's Lounge employee to assist you with striking up the fire pits.

Tecolote Canyon Patio

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