Burke-Griffeth Bistro
Your Daily Dining Destination
Located at the west end of Burke-Griffeth Hall, the Bistro is where the Bushnell community comes together over inspired American and international fare. Think comfort food with a twist, global flavors, and that one dish you’ll crave all semester.
The Experience
- Relaxed but energized atmosphere
- Eat with friends, study over lunch, or grab and go
- Rotating menu that keeps things interesting
- Quality ingredients, passionate chefs
Who’s Behind the Food?
Burke-Griffeth Bistro is managed by Ala Carte Foodservice Co, a local Eugene company with 30+ years of experience. Their chefs are committed to high-quality, popular menu choices that students actually want to eat.
Translation: This isn’t mystery meat cafeteria food.
Hours of Operation
Breakfast
Continental Fare 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
Hot Breakfast 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Lunch
Short Order Window, Salad and Sandwich Bar 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Tuesday and Thursday Buffet After Chapel to 1:30 PM
Dinner
Short Order Window, Salad and Sandwich Bar 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Breakfast-Brunch
Continental Fare 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Brunch 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM
Dinner
Short Order and Buffet 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
The Burke-Griffeth Bistro can accommodate most dietary requests. Please contact Ala Carte Services directly to make arrangements.
Meal Plan Options
Students living on campus have a certain number of meals, depending on housing.
The following meal plans are available for purchase for non-residential students.
| Meals Per Week | Cost per Academic Year |
|---|---|
| 3 | $1,200 |
| 5 | $2,000 |
| 10 | $3,800* |
*10 meal plan includes Beacon Beanery Account of $300/academic year or $150/semester.
Contact the Office of Student Life to purchase additional meal plans 541-684-7345.
Beacon Beanery
Your On-Campus Coffee Shop
Every residential student gets a $150 credit each semester at the Beacon Beanery. That’s right, free coffee money.
Menu Highlights:
- Specialty coffee drinks
- Smoothies and teas
- Pastries and snacks Grab-and-go breakfast items
- Study fuel for late nights
The Vibe: Cozy spot to study, meet friends, or take a brain break between classes.
Hours of Operation:
- Monday 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday 8:00 AM – 10:45 AM; 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM (closed 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM for Chapel)
- Wednesday 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Thursday 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Friday 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Saturday CLOSED
- Sunday 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Beacon Beanery

Your On-Campus Coffee Shop
Every residential student gets a $150 credit each semester at the Beacon Beanery. That’s right, free coffee money.
Menu Highlights:
- Specialty coffee drinks
- Smoothies and teas
- Pastries and snacks Grab-and-go breakfast items
- Study fuel for late nights
The Vibe: Cozy spot to study, meet friends, or take a brain break between classes.
Dietary Accommodations
We get it, everyone eats differently.
Have questions about dietary restrictions? Contact our dining team, they’re here to help.
- Vegetarian and vegan options daily
- Gluten-free choices
- Allergy-friendly preparations
- Work directly with dining staff for specific needs

Next Steps
Interested in becoming a part of the Beacon community? We’re here to answer questions and help you see if Bushnell is right for you.