Campus dining options for faculty and staff

April 01, 2025

Faculty and staff have access to a variety of dining options on campus. Whether you’re looking for a budget-friendly lunch, a scenic spot for team building or a sweet treat to brighten the day, there are several options. Here’s what’s available:

SAC New Staff Luncheon at SoVi Dining: To welcome new employees, the Staff Advisory Council (SAC) hosts luncheons for new staff at SoVi Dining on the first Friday of every month. This provides an opportunity for new employees to meet colleagues, learn about campus resources and enjoy a meal in a relaxed setting. Contact SAC President Jena Padilla at jpadilla@fgcu.edu for more information.

Food Truck Offerings: FGCU hosts a rotating selection of food trucks from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday on the Library Lawn by Howard Hall. From pizza, hot dogs, smash burgers to chili dogs and acai bowls, there’s options for all. For the complete food truck schedule, including coffee offerings, visit dineoncampus.com/fgcu/food-trucks-calendars.

A grilled cheese sandwich with a buttery crust sits on a to-go plate with a white and red checkered food tissue sheet. A yellow promotional sticker reading “The Brunchy Bunch” and the Instagram and Facebook logo can be seen on the sheet.

A grilled cheese sandwich from The Brunch Bunchy food truck.

The Boardwalk: A Venue for Lunch and Events: The Boardwalk Waterfront Restaurant will host its final “Lunch at the Boardwalk” from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 8. In addition, employees interested in hosting internal FGCU-related events at The Boardwalk can contact Tara Scrivano at tara.scrivano@compass-usa.com for more information.

FGCU Creamery Ice Cream Offerings: For those with a sweet tooth, the FGCU Creamery sells ice cream at the Student Plaza across from the Marketplace from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, weather permitting.

Discounted Dining: Faculty and staff can take advantage of special meal memberships. With the flexibility to choose from meal swipes or flex dollars, faculty and staff can enjoy the convenience of eating at any dining location on campus at any time. For more detials, visit dineoncampus.com/fgcu/faculty--staff-memberships.