Options to fit your budget

We love partnering with student organizations on campus to bring your events to life. Whether you're looking for simple snacks or a full-service meal, we’re here to help make your next event memorable. 

To ensure availability, please submit orders at least two weeks in advance. Payments and final details should be confirmed one week before your event. 

Note: Student organization pricing requires payment directly from a student organization account.

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Frequently asked questions

Below are some of the most common questions we receive from student organizations. If you don’t see your question here, don’t hesitate to reach out to us and we'll get back to you soon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I get a discount with University Catering as a student?

University Catering has a full menu for student organizations at a discounted rate. This includes, but is not limited to, beverages, appetizers, snack breaks, buffet meals, served dinners, and desserts.

Can I bring outside food in for my event?

Outside catering is only allowed for cultural or religious purposes, based off of your student organization. Paperwork must be obtained through our sales office in suite 237 of the Iowa Memorial Union or by emailing hsg-catering@uiowa.edu prior to confirming your outside caterer. 

Please plan ahead - getting a new alternative vendor approved can take up to four weeks. Using an alternative vendor from the approved vendor list below will speed up the approval process.  Paperwork for approved vendors should be submitted two weeks prior to the event.

Approved alternative vendors (valid until dates listed below):

  • O’s Grill 3/1/2025 
  • Masala 3/30/2025 
  • Hoja 4/5/2025 
  • Oasis Falafel 4/12/2025 
  • Tabooleh 8/18/2025 
  • Island Vybz 8/18/2025 
  • Cachua Cakes 8/22/2025 
  • Delhicacy 9/30/2025 
  • I Love FuFu 10/9/2025
  • Persis Biryani Indian Grill 1/30/2026
  • Sumo Sushi Grilled and Bar 3/27/2026
  • Taste of India 1/21/2027
  • Sugapeach Chicken & Fish Fry 2/14/2027
  • Blue Elephant Thai Cuisine 3/21/2027
  • India Cafe 4/29/2027
  • Taj Mahal 10/9/2027
  • Peking Buffet 11/22/2027
  • Fuji Grill 1/6/2028
  • Mama's Kitchen 1/6/2028

When will Catering sign my EIF form?

Once we have collected payment for your event, we are happy to sign off on your EIF form.

I am part of a student organization, but a department is paying for the event.

If a department is paying for the event, then they are responsible for the standard pricing. Student discounts are only offered to student organizations paying directly out of their student account.

What if I do not know my budget for food and beverage?

You are welcome to visit the Student Organization Business Office (SOBO) office located in Room 159 of the Iowa Memorial Union to inquire about your budget.

Questions?

Have additional questions for our team? The best way to get a hold of us is to call or email, in order to set up an appointment. We accept drop-ins for signing off on EIF forms and providing us with payment.