Cinco debuts Thurs., Aug. 22!

By Kelly Huth

Over the summer, Dining Services has been upgrading and renovating several dining spaces throughout campus. Check out what’s on the menu this semester.

Cinco

Cinco is set to make its debut Thurs., Aug. 22. Find a Mexican-inspired menu featuring tacos, burritos, bowls, salads, and more.

The space: The space—which will welcome students, faculty, staff, and the community—will feature a mix of couches, tables, and chairs. Or, customers can opt for outdoor seating on the patio, weather permitting. “It will have a chill vibe, with music playing in the background,” says Shadeera Riddick, marketing manager for Parkhurst Dining. 

The menu: Cinco will utilize local vendors that come from within 100 miles of campus for meat and veggies. Fresh greens and microgreens from LaFarm will be utilized in recipes where possible, Riddick says. The back bar area of the restaurant will allow customers to choose their own ingredients. Cinco will also feature vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. The chicken will be halal as well. Prices will range from $2.99 for chips and salsa to $9.95 for quesadillas. MENU

Hours: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Sunday.

Details: Parkhurst is also planning a grand opening fiesta in the fall, which will feature samples, giveaways, and more. The date and details will be announced through Lafayette Today.

Cinco will accept Pard Dollars, meal swipes, credit, debit, and cash. Save time and order ahead with the Transact app.

Gilbert’s Café

Gilbert’s Café will also feature baked goods, pancake platters, and breakfast sandwiches. PHOTO | Adam Atkinson

Gilbert’s has been remodeled to a coffeehouse-style cafe featuring all-day breakfast.

The space: A new electric fireplace has been added to the seating area—which will feature a mix of tables and chairs, as well as comfy chairs for studying. (Furniture will be in place soon!) Extensive renovations have given the space an updated look with new flooring, furniture, and lighting. 

Gilbert’s will also feature Starbucks beverages. PHOTO | Adam Atkinson

The menu: Find a whole new menu featuring locally sourced fare and fresh baked goods. Prices will range from $3 to $4.75 for baked goods, to $5.49 for pancake platters or breakfast sandwiches. MENU

Hours: 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays.

Details: Gilbert’s will accept Pard Dollars, meal swipes, credit, debit, and cash. Download the Transact app for mobile ordering.

Other changes to note

• Skillman Coffee Shop Café will have updated hours for the fall semester. Get your caffeine fix 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fridays. 
• Lower Farinon also got some menu updates. Three faves from Gilbert’s—Billie’s Coop House Chicken Sandwich (grilled or fried, $7.55), Firehouse Grille Cheesesteak ($6.95), and the Volunteer Veggie Burger ($7.55)—will now be available at Lower Farinon. Based on student feedback, the Wok is back! The Wok station will feature Asian-style cuisine (fried rice, $7.95; lo mein noodles, $8.95; General Tso’s chicken or cauliflower, $7.95, and more). The Wok will dish up gluten-free options, as well as vegan and vegetarian meals. Lower Farinon will also feature a slate of new items, including Blistering Broccoli Salad (broccoli, bacon, red onion, and shredded cheddar, $3.95) and The Chief’s Smok’N Chili (plant-based crumbles, signature spices, and smoked cheddar cheese, $4.95). MENUS
• There will be no change in hours at Lower Farinon, Upper Farinon, Eco Café, Simon’s Market, or Marquis. HOURS