I went to the Verde Dining Pavilion to check out the dining hall at the Arizona State University West Valley Campus today, and I realized I was the first person to review them almost 12 years ago. As an ASU employee, I had the opportunity to join a number of students and staff for lunch today, and I thought I'd take an opportunity to update my review with additional information. Over the years, I have had plenty of opportunities to stop by this dining hall, and it just keeps getting better from the service to the food itself to the special events that take place in the dining hall.
Anyone can eat at the Verde Dining Pavilion whether an ASU student, staff, or faculty member or even a community member. There is visitor parking next to the North Zone just north of University Way and south of Thunderbird Road). The cashier at the dining hall accepts cash, credit card, meal swipes, or Maroon & Gold dollars (M&G). More information about meal plans at M&G dollars can be found on the Sun Devil Hospitality (Aramark) website: https://sundevilhospitality.asu.edu.
When entering the Verde Dining Pavilion, there is a salad bar immediately to the right when salad, fruit, pasta, and much more. Immediately to the left are desserts, drinks, soft-serve ice cream, cereal, and more. Straight ahead are multiple dining stations including a grill (with made-to-order items and several items of the day), deli sandwich station, pizza station, healthy options, and a home station. While the pizza and sandwiches are pretty standard, the other options rotate each day. I have found many dishes that I love, most involving chicken or beef. One of the hidden gems is to put some vanilla soft-serve ice cream in a cup of soda to make a float whether a root beer float, Dr. Pepper float, or any other option.
Sun Devil Hospitality has themed days, special events, and this past Fall, we've had Fork 'em Friday Cookouts with special meals outside for a set meal price. More information not he Sun Devil Hospitality website or social media pages. Orientation programs, admissions events, and camps during the summer often use the dining hall for meals. The staff are also very friendly from the chefs and cooks to the managers to the servers and cashiers. They welcome questions and love to chat with the students and staff. If you're ever on the ASU West Valley Campus, definitely check out the Verde Dining Pavilion for a breakfast, lunch, or dinner. read more