My Favorite Places to Eat on Campus
by Gina G.
When I first came to Carnegie Mellon, I didn鈥檛 expect to have strong opinions about the food on campus. But over the past year, finding meals I genuinely look forward to has made a big difference in my daily routine. Whether I鈥檓 grabbing something quick between classes or sitting down with friends after a long day, good food has become a surprisingly comforting part of college life, especially during the colder months in Pittsburgh.
My absolute favorite place to eat is Revolution Noodle, located right in the University Center. Their signature broth with noodles is exactly what I need after a long day鈥攊t鈥檚 comforting, flavorful and somehow always makes everything feel better. I usually add a side of crispy fried chicken, an egg tart or a boba if I鈥檓 a little hungrier than usual. It鈥檚 definitely worth a visit鈥攖he portions are generous, and the quality is consistently great.
Another spot I really enjoy is The Exchange, tucked away in the Posner Building. Although the hot meals are excellent, the sandwiches are what I keep going back for. From the General Assembly to the chicken salad melt, I don鈥檛 think I鈥檝e eaten anything faster. The Leonardo, in particular, is a multi-layered masterpiece that鈥檚 gained a following of its own鈥攜es, there鈥檚 even an Instagram page dedicated to it, and yes, it鈥檚 absolutely justified.
When I鈥檓 feeling homesick, Scotty鈥檚 Market is where I go. As an international student, finding food that reminds me of home is so meaningful. Scotty鈥檚 Indian meals鈥攍ike white rice with chicken curry and chicken tikka鈥攁re my go-to and their vegetarian dishes are also excellent. Indian food is hard to get right, but they do a fantastic job every time. It鈥檚 also perfectly located inside the campus grocery store, which makes it convenient for a quick meal before or after shopping. If you go, you must get the tiramisu.
As a Tartan Ambassador, I鈥檓 often asked by parents about the food on campus. Many assume I鈥檝e been trained to give a polished answer, but honestly, I just speak from experience. I鈥檝e truly enjoyed the meals I鈥檝e had here and I genuinely believe students will find great options that fit their tastes and make them feel at home.
麻豆村 might not be famous for its dining, but with everything from Mediterranean comfort food to hearty sandwiches and flavorful Indian meals, I鈥檝e loved exploring the variety of cuisines and discovering all the spots that make dining on campus something to look forward to.