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Dining Services to host three special meals in February

WVU Dining Services invites students and guests to attend three uniquely themed events at the dining halls this month. We’ll be celebrating the Super Bowl, Mardi Gras and Valentine’s Day with extra special menus.

  • Sunday, February 11: Super Bowl Tailgate Lunch – Stop by the dining halls for lunch to get fueled up before the Super Bowl. Starting at 11 a.m., the dining halls will feature a nacho bar, hot dogs, pretzels, potato salad, coleslaw and more.
  • Tuesday, February 13: Mardi Gras Dinner – Celebrate Fat Tuesday with bold New Orleans flavor. Starting at 4:30 p.m., Café Evansdale will offer Cajun favorites like fried catfish, Jambalaya, shrimp po’boys, king cupcakes and more.
  • Wednesday, February 14: Valentine’s Day Dinner – Skip those long restaurant waits and enjoy some Italian fare. Starting at 4:30 p.m., the dining halls will have various pasta dishes and other special items, like chicken marsala, eggplant parmesan hoagies and roast beef.

In addition to these special meals, there will be a birthday celebration on Friday, Feb. 16 to celebrate those born during the month of February. Grab a slice of cake at 2 p.m. to celebrate.

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Café Evansdale will be closed between 2 and 4:30 p.m. for the Mardi Gras dinner, and all three dining halls will be closed between 2 and 4:30 p.m. in preparation for the Valentine’s Day dinner. During that time, diners on the Evansdale campus can grab something to eat at locations such as Park Place or Evansdale Crossing. Those students who are on the Downtown campus can find open dining options at the Mountainlair food court.

For more information contact WVU Dining Services. Be sure to follow @WVUDining on X (formerly Twitter), Facebook and Instagram for the latest dining news and information.


Super Bowl Tailgate Menu

All Dining Halls

  • Hot Dogs
  • Nacho Bar
  • Hot Pretzels
  • Potato Salad
  • Coleslaw
  • And more!

Mardi Gras Dinner Menu

Café Evansdale

Homestyle Station

  • Fried Catfish
  • Creamy Corn Maque Choux
  • Cajun Seasoned Fried Green Tomatoes
  • Hush Puppies

Grill Station

  • Fried Gulf Shrimp Po’ Boy with Remoulade
  • Blackened Chicken Breast Sandwich with Remoulade
  • Grilled Andouille Sausage with Peppers and Onions

Simple Servings Station

  • Chicken and Andouille Sausage Jambalaya
  • Cajun Seasoned Roasted Vegetables
  • Roasted New Orleans Red Potatoes

Mindful Station

  • Jackfruit and Lentil Jambalaya
  • Red Beans and Rice
  • Okra with Stewed Tomatoes

Soup Station

  • Creole Chicken Gumbo

Breads and Desserts

  • Fresh Baked Cornbread
  • King Cupcakes
  • Chocolate Mousse
  • Southern Banana Pudding
  • Bread Pudding with Peaches

Valentine's Day Dinner Menu

All Dining Halls

Homestyle Station

  • Chicken Marsala
  • Garlic Broccoli
  • Roasted Vegetables
  • Parmesan and Rosemary Roasted Potatoes

Grill Station

  • Meatball Sub
  • Italian Sausage with Peppers and Onions
  • Eggplant Parmesan Hoagie

Simple Servings Station

  • Carved Herb Crusted Roast Beef
  • Mixed Vegetables
  • Cannellini Bean Ragout

Mindful Station

  • Balsamic Glazed Brussel Sprouts
  • Potato Gnocchi with Sundried Tomatoes and Pesto Cream
  • Crispy Polenta with Caramelized Onions

Pasta Station

  • Cheese Tortellini with Basil Marinara
  • Shrimp Alfredo with Cavatappi Pasta

Pizza Station

  • Pepperoni Pizza
  • Cheese Pizza
  • Fig and Prosciutto Flatbread with Fontina Cheese, Fresh Pears, Arugula, Balsamic Reduction

Salad Station

  • Tossed Caesar Salad
  • Individual Caprese Salads