Upper Commons
Stay Fresh
The Buzz: Are You Hungry?
Is your desire to snack a physiological need or just part of your daily routine?
Whole Wheat Walnut and Carrot Muffins with Seed Crumble
This trail mix-esque muffin won’t let you down and will keep you satisfied when life keeps you busy.
Crafting Your Snack Choices: Finding Balance Without Compromise
From nutrient-packed pairings to mindful eating practices, learn how to elevate your snack game.
Is Tea the Cure-All Drink?
Imagine cozying up on the couch on a cold day with a steaming cup of tea — just the thought of that is relaxing, isn’t it?
Savoring our Commitment to Fair Trade Tea
Bon Appétit was the first food service company to make a commitment to source Fair Trade tea in our cafés nationwide.
Fair Treatment and Fair Pay: Celebrating Fair Trade Month
Every October, Bon Appétit Management Company recognizes Fair Trade Month by educating our guests about the importance of the certification, which supports equitable global supply chains.
Eight Ways Corn is Used Across Latin America
Explore eight different traditional dishes showing the breadth of corn from a savory staple to a sweet treat!
Corn Chronicles: The History and Impact of Maize in the Americas
Learn about the rich history and profound impact of corn for indigenous civilizations in the Americas.
Celebrating Amazing Maize for Hispanic Heritage Month
Join us as we recognize the range and importance of corn as an integral staple across Central and South America.
25 Years of Farm to Fork: Insights from a Groundbreaking Local Purchasing Program
We’re sharing our local sourcing knowledge from the inside out in a new white paper, Sowing Success: Local Food Purchasing Insights from 25 Years of the Farm to Fork Program.
Toward a Deeper Understanding of “Eating Locally”
This year marks a special milestone in our decades-long commitment to local food systems: 20 years of Eat Local Challenge and 25 years of Farm to Fork!
Celebrating 20 Years of Eat Local Challenge
This year marks a special milestone in our decades-long commitment to local food systems: 20 years of Eat Local Challenge and 25 years of Farm to Fork!
The Buzz: Chickpeas
Are chickpeas a valuable addition to your kitchen or just another food trend?
Budget-Friendly Bites
With a little planning, wholesome meals become accessible to any budget.
Upper Commons
- Breakfast Served from 7:00 am - 10:00 am
- Lunch 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Dinner 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Weekly Schedule
- Breakfast Mon-Sun, 7:00 am - 10:00 am
- Lunch Mon-Sun, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Dinner Mon-Thu, 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm
- Dinner Fri, 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm
- Dinner Sat, 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm
- Dinner Sun, 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm
An Overview of the Upper Commons
Classics – All the comforts of great home cooking
Our selections at the Classics station provides the hearty meal that everyone always wants to know is available. This station is just plain good old-fashioned
food done well.
Global – A celebration of culinary cultural diversity
Featuring fresh ingredients matched with timeless techniques and authentic flavors from the global village. Our offerings will be cooked-to-order with
precise kitchen skills and a bit of flashy entertainment. Global offers a sampling of dishes from around the world.
Cucina – Hot-from-the-oven pizza, daily pasta creations and more
Grill – Featuring our 100% fresh ground chuck
burgers and more
In addition to the popular standard items, The Grill will feature daily specials.
Stacks – A create-your-own deli bar
Everything you need to create authentic deli-style sandwiches are the mainstay for Stacks, offering a variety of meats, cheeses and spreads, in-house baked
breads and rolls, plus accompaniments.
Greens – Fresh and bountiful salad bar
Some have proclaimed the death of the salad bar; we couldn't disagree more! Greens will feature fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables, made from
scratch specialty salads and dressings, in-house baked croutons and bagel chips and a whole lot more. Each day you will have the opportunity to create your own fresh, flavorful salad plate, always with the very best the season and our kitchen has to offer.
Also available at the Upper Commons
• Memorable bowls of soups made with the finest and freshest ingredients – from stock to garnish.
• Vegetarian dishes offering a variety of seasonal vegetables, beans, whole grains and more.
• Visit our dessert cart for the ultimate decadent experience.
• Locally roasted Solude coffees is the centerpiece of our beverage selection.
• A made-without-gluten-containing-ingredients station, featuring soup, pizza, dessert, and more.
For more information on dining at Roger Williams University, visit us at: http://dining.rwu.edu
Breakfast
Classics
Lunch
Classics
Cucina
Vegetarian
Dinner
Classics
Cucina
Vegetarian
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Eat Right — For You
Wellness
When it comes to wellness, Bon Appétit’s focus is on simple, delicious food — that happens to be good for you. To support long-term health, we are bringing more plants to menus every day in a craveable way, while emphasizing healthy cooking techniques. When healthy food tastes good, nourishing your body and mind becomes the easy choice.
Food Allergies
We serve thousands of guests with food allergies and sensitivities safely in our cafés every day. Our chefs, managers, and dietitians work closely with our food-allergic guests to create reasonable solutions to help them eat what they love. If you have questions about eating for your dietary needs in our cafés, reach out to us: we’ll gladly meet with you.
Sustainability
Wellness also includes the health of the animals, the workers, the community, and the Earth. They’re all connected. Bon Appétit has been committed to “food service for a sustainable future” for decades, and we’ve led the food service industry in tackling many important issues, such as cage-free eggs, antibiotics in animal production, and farmworker rights.
Allergies and Intolerances
What you need to know…
Be aware that we handle and prepare egg, milk, wheat, shellfish, fish, soy, peanut, tree nut products, and other potential allergens in our cafés and kitchens.
Follow the links below to find out more information:
Allergen Labeling in Bon Appétit cafés
Made-Without-Gluten options at RWU
Important Celiac Disease Information
Contact for quests with allergies or food-related diseases
Tell Us What You Think
Common Questions
- I’ve been trying to eat a healthier diet. Will I be able to find a healthy food choice in my café?
- Can you tell me how many calories are in the foods in my café?
- How will you handle my concerns about a food allergy?
Dining with Bon Appétit at Roger Williams University
Food is a vital part of college life. A meal with friends doesn’t just nourish the body, it builds lasting relationships and feeds the soul. At the same time, campus dining can also be a source of anxiety: Will there be options for me? What if I don’t have time to sit down? Will the food even be good?
At Bon Appétit our passion is creating community through food. We make more than 200 million meals each year at college campuses, workplaces and cultural institutions that are not only delicious, they also embody core values – about from-scratch cooking, wellness, dignity, and sustainability – that we take very seriously