Bowling Green State University

The Oaks

The Oaks Dining Center, at the corner of Ridge and Thurstin streets is known for its environmentally friendly features, including a green roof with herbs, a live roof panel system and storm water reclamation system. Our newest, state of the art AYCE facility hosts a number of dining stations to satisfy your every craving. The Shoots station serves delicious vegan options, the Hearthstone Oven serves pizza and other Italian fare, our Market Fresh station offers fresh salad and soups, the MyChef and The Kitchen stations are always serving home-cooked meals and at the Baker’s Crust you can find freshly baked desserts.

External view of The Oaks dining hall.
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705 Ridge St, Bowling Green, OH 43403

The Oaks Dining Center, at the corner of Ridge and Thurstin streets is known for its environmentally friendly features, including a green roof with herbs, a live roof panel system and storm water reclamation system. Our newest, state of the art AYCE facility hosts a number of dining stations to satisfy your every craving. The Shoots station serves delicious vegan options, the Hearthstone Oven serves pizza and other Italian fare, our Market Fresh station offers fresh salad and soups, the MyChef and The Kitchen stations are always serving home-cooked meals and at the Baker’s Crust you can find freshly baked desserts.

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Upcoming Events (5)

Mystery at the Ristorante @ The Social House

Thu, Oct 17, 2024 4pm to 8pm

The Oaks, Social House

Join the BGSU Dining team for a night full of mystery and eats! Start at the Heart of the House with penne pomodoro, chicken marsala with tomatoes, grilled vegetables like eggplant, peppers, squashes, onions, and grilled lemon Parmesan broccoli. At Flips, dive into a meatball sub, onion rings, meatless meatballs, and marinara mozzarella sticks. In the Cucina, savor potato gnocchi with vodka sauce, garlic breadsticks, and sautéed spinach with garlic. If you're looking for plant-based options, visit Rooted for tofu marsala, couscous, and Italian green beans. Discover clues throughout Social House to solve the mystery and win a prize.

Teaching Kitchen: Apple Cider Spritzer Mocktail with Jon Zachrich

Tue, Oct 22, 2024 4pm to 5pm

The Oaks, Teaching Kitchen

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In collaboration with the Division of Community Wellbeing and BGSU Police, join us for a special Teaching Kitchen Mocktail Class as part of National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week. On October 22, 2024, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm, you’ll learn how to craft a refreshing and festive Apple Cider Spritzer Mocktail with Jon Zachrich, and hear from campus representatives on alcohol awareness. Class Details: 📅 October 22, 2024 ⏰ 4:00-5:00 pm 📍 Teaching Kitchen 💳 1 meal swipe/$14 Falcon Dollars What You’ll Learn: 🥂Mocktail Crafting: Learn step-by-step how to create a delicious and bubbly Apple Cider Spritzer Mocktail, perfect for fall gatherings. 👍🏻Health & Wellbeing: Understand the importance of non-alcoholic drink options and responsible choices. Event Highlights: Interactive Session: Follow along as Jon guides you through the mocktail-making process, offering tips for flavor balancing and presentation. Healthy Choices: Explore alternatives to alcohol while enjoying the refreshing taste of a seasonal favorite.   Sign Up: https://bgsudining.formstack.com/forms/apple_cider_spritzer

Networking Breakfast for Commuter and Transfer Students

Wed, Oct 23, 2024 9:30am to 10:30am

The Oaks, Social House

Commuter and Transfer students are invited to join the Transfer Student Association and Commuter Student Network to celebrate National Transfer Student Week with a free breakfast at the Social House at the Oaks from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Come, eat, network and celebrate!

Teaching Kitchen: Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice

Mon, Oct 28, 2024 2pm to 3:30pm

The Oaks, Teaching Kitchen

🎃Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice: Pumpkin Roll with Chef Jill🍰 Embrace the flavors of fall with a special Pumpkin Roll class led by Chef Jill on October 28, 2024, from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm. In this hands-on Teaching Kitchen class, you’ll learn how to make a delicious, perfectly spiced pumpkin roll with a creamy filling—ideal for the autumn season! Class Details: 📅 October 28, 2024 ⏰ 2:00-3:30 pm 📍 Teaching Kitchen 💳 1 meal swipe/$14 Falcon Dollars What You’ll Learn: 🎃 Step-by-step instructions for creating a light, fluffy pumpkin roll. 🍰 Tips for perfecting the cream cheese filling and rolling technique. Don’t miss this opportunity to bake and enjoy a classic fall treat. Sign up today and experience the warm, cozy flavors of pumpkin spice! SIGN UP: https://bgsudining.formstack.com/forms/pumpkin_roll

Haunted Hospital @ Social House

Thu, Oct 31, 2024 4pm to 8pm

The Oaks, Social House

Get ready for a spooky dining experience at our Haunted Hospital event at the Social Dining Hall! Enjoy a special themed menu that will keep you on your toes, featuring: Heart of the House / Thrive: Roasted Pork Loin with Blood Orange Mojo Fingerling Garlic Roasted Potatoes Herb Roasted Spaghetti Squash Quinoa Stuffed Tomatoes Pumpkin Chicken Chili Flips – Celebrating Dia De Los Muertos: Nacho Chips with Taco Meat, Smashed Black Beans, and Cheese Sauce Black Bean Empanadas (TBD) Chicken Taquitos (TBD) Toppings: Pico De Gallo, Sour Cream, Shredded Cheddar Jack Cheese, Shredded Lettuce Rooted: Roasted Seitan with Spicy Orange Sesame Sauce Tri-colored Quinoa with Peppers Deep Fried Brussel Sprouts   Join us for this frightfully fun event and feast on these hauntingly good dishes!
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Brunch with the Birds

Sun, Sep 29, 2024 10am to 12pm

The Oaks, Social House

Enjoy a delicious brunch with the birds. Freddie and Frieda are excited to interact with your friends and family for a high five, a photo and maybe an autograph! Cost to participate: Simply head to the Oaks for your meal to purchase an all-you-care-to-eat entry. No pre-sale tickets will be sold. ------------------------ Weeks of Welcome Aug. 21-Oct. 4 | This event is part of Weeks of Welcome, which begins at move-in and extends through Fall Break. During this celebration, explore opportunities hosted by the campus community that will help you embrace the adventure of creating your own Ultimate BGSU Experience.
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Networking Breakfast

Tue, Sep 24, 2024 9:30am to 10:30am

The Oaks, Social House

Join the Commuter Student Network (CSN) and Transfer Student Association (TSA) for a free breakfast at The Social House @ The Oaks. Meet new friends and learn more about the resources on campus for commuter and transfer students. ------------------------ Weeks of Welcome Aug. 21-Oct. 4 | This event is part of Weeks of Welcome, which begins at move-in and extends through Fall Break. During this celebration, explore opportunities hosted by the campus community that will help you embrace the adventure of creating your own Ultimate BGSU Experience.
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Spirit Cookout

Wed, Aug 28, 2024 5pm to 8pm

The Oaks, Social House

Join us in getting ready to kickoff BGSU Football season with a spirit cookout in Social House at the Oaks! The evening will include visits from BGSU spirit crews including the Birds, Sic-Sic, Cheer and Dance and Athletics with special jersey giveaways, your favorite cookout foods, and caricatures!  Questions on how to claim your student ticket for the game? Come get support from BGSU Ticketing Staff! ------------------------ Weeks of Welcome Aug. 21-Oct. 4 | This event is part of  Weeks of Welcome, which begins at move-in and extends through Fall Break. During this celebration, explore opportunities hosted by the campus community that will help you embrace the adventure of creating your own Ultimate BGSU Experience. 
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Networking Breakfast

Tue, Aug 27, 2024 9:30am to 10:30am

The Oaks, Social House

Join the Commuter Student Network (CSN) and Transfer Student Association (TSA) for a free breakfast in the Social House @ The Oaks. Meet new friends and learn more about the resources on campus for commuter and transfer students. ------------------------ Weeks of Welcome Aug. 21-Oct. 4 | This event is part of Weeks of Welcome, which begins at move-in and extends through Fall Break. During this celebration, explore opportunities hosted by the campus community that will help you embrace the adventure of creating your own Ultimate BGSU Experience.
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Sold Out: Cooking Class with the Teaching Kitchen

Fri, Apr 5, 2024 5pm to 7pm

The Oaks, Teaching Kitchen

Engage in this FREE hands-on cooking class where you'll dive into the delicious world of fried doughs from across the globe. Led by experienced chefs, this class offers both practical cooking skills and a taste of global culinary traditions. (RSVP Deadline: Wed, April 3)
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Hydration Matters with BGSU Dining Dietitian Rechelle

Wed, Mar 27, 2024 11am to 12pm

The Oaks, The Teaching Kitchen

Feeling parched and sluggish? Ditch the sugary drinks and quench your thirst for knowledge with BGSU Dining Dietitian Rechelle! Head over to Social House at The Oaks for a hydration workshop where you'll learn why staying hydrated is crucial and discover campus hacks to keep your water bottle full throughout the day. This session is guaranteed to be as refreshing as a cool glass of water, so don't miss out!

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We loved this the kids had fun making the goodies!

We all had a great time. Allowing us to sample each beer was nice and the food was an unexpected nice touch.

What a great concept. They made great food for the beer event and the truffles were delicious. Marisa and her team are outstanding.

Loved it! The grilled cheese was also great.

It was pretty good. The screen was blown around by the wind a bit and one of the street lights shined on the screen a lot. Overall it was lots of fun and I would go again.

External view of The Oaks dining hall.

External view of The Oaks dining hall.

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