Leonard dining hall

Leonard is the largest and newly renovated dining hall on campus. 

Enjoy self-serve stations to create your own plate from the salad bar, pizza, stir-fry, grill, plant-based options and more. 

Leonard has chefs available to assist with dietary accommodations and to answer any food-related questions. There is something to suit all cravings. 

Sustainability Renovated

The recent renovation utilized energy performance modelling in accordance with the Âé¶¹¹Ù꿉۪s Design Building Standards, and energy performance targets aligned with the university’s Climate Action Plan. 

With the installation of a new variable-speed kitchen exhaust with hood sensors, unnecessary ventilation caused when kitchen equipment not in use is reduced by approximately 60%. The sensors determine which cooking stations are in use and limiting the amount of fresh make-up air headed through fossil fuels required.

This new feature will help reduce the overall GHG emissions by around 200 tonnes CO2e/year, equivalent to the emissions of 100 Kingston houses. Major investments such as these in mechanical systems are the key to achieving the targets in Âé¶¹¹Ù꿉۪s Climate Action Plan.

Try Before You Buy

You don't need a meal plan to access the dining halls. Students, staff, and faculty are welcome to join us by paying the door rate: 

Breakfast: $12.25
Lunch: $16.20
Dinner: $18.30
Tenders accepted: Flex $, debit, credit
Plus, applicable taxes.

Staff Discount at Dining Halls

The University recognizes the value of community-building initiatives. Hospitality Services offers a 15% employee discount off door rates in the dining halls* (some exceptions may apply. Staff and faculty are invited to connect with colleagues in any campus dining hall over an all-you-care-to-eat meal.

Take a Virtual Tour!

Meet your Leonard Dining Hall Executive Chef!

Plan Ahead

Planning safe food choices is important for those with allergies, celiac disease, or other food-related health conditions where cross contamination is of concern. These tips will help you dine with ease: 

  • Look for wellness icons on menus identifying common dietary needs or preferences (ie. vegan, halal, etc).
  • Before arriving at the dining hall preview today’s menus to assess your options.
  • If you have any questions or require a modification to a dish in the dining hall, call ahead and speak with a chef. 

View the MEAL PLAN HACKS for additional ways to navigate dining on campus