
Students at Washington and Lee may take advantage of two main on-campus dining options, both located in the John W. Elrod University Commons:
The Marketplace, W&L's main dining hall, is an all-you-care-to-eat dining facility featuring an array of freshly prepared American and International cuisine. From made-from-scratch soups, desserts, and salads, to vegetarian specialties, the Marketplace offers a variety of foods to accommodate most any appetite, as well as a series of special event meals throughout the school year.
Cafe '77/the Emporium offers an variety of freshly prepared sandwiches, salads and hot food items, as well as an extensive variety of candy, snack food and bottled beverages.
Freshmen students at W&L are required to purchase the University's Full Board Plan, which includes daily meals at the Marketplace, $100 in food debit and three guest meals per term for visitors students host on campus. Upperclassmen may choose from a variety of meal plans to fit their individual lifestyle.