The conference headquarters will be Lakeside / Moseley Center:

Food Offerings within Moseley Center, 1st floor:

Lakeside Dining Hall: One of our three main dining halls on campus. Global dining hall featuring international stations, street food, tacos on fresh corn tortillas, made-to-order breakfast, salad bars, allergen-friendly options, and house-made desserts. Use this link and click on “Lakeside Dining Hall” to see the menu that changes everyday and the hours of operatio.

Winter Garden Cafe: Within Winter Garden Cafe, there are three different dining options:

Freshii – Health-minded, counter-serve chain offering tossed-to-order salads, soups, burritos, and more.

Flat Out – Customizable flatbread pizzas made on thin, pre-baked flatbreads like Rustic White or Light Italian Herb. These low-calorie, high-protein crusts are baked quickly for a crispy, personalized meal.

Biscuitville – Family-owned Southern chain specializing in scratch-made breakfast using fresh, local ingredients.

In addition to these options, the café also offers grab-and-go items including sushi, sandwiches, snacks, drinks, and ice cream available in refrigerated sections.

Irazu Coffee: Serves smooth, small-batch cold brew steeped for 20 hours alongside creative drinks like Italian cream sodas, offering a rich and refreshing coffee experience.

 

Restaurants close-by:

Pandora’s Pies: Creatively topped pizza, plus sandwiches, salads & calzones, served in a casual, open setting.

The Root Trackside: Angus burgers, sandwiches & salads, plus microbrew beers, in a casual, contemporary space.

TANGENT Eat+Bar: Laid-back stop serving veggie, meat & seafood tacos like Korean BBQ alongside wine & mixed drinks.

MaGerk’s Pub & Grill Elon: Casual, sports-themed space featuring burgers, Philly cheesesteak subs and nachos, plus wings and beer.

The Oak House: Coffee and beer bar offering pastries and live music.

Mediterranean Deli: Casual eatery dishing up Greek specialties, salads and sandwiches along with an abundance of gluten-free and vegan fare.

The Rosemary at Elon: Charming, upscale-casual spot featuring handcrafted cocktails, bar bites, and an elegant dinner menu in a warm, inviting atmosphere.

The Mark at Elon: Classic American eats with Southern touches offered in an upscale setting with craft cocktails. Located in the Inn at Elon.

 

A little bit further (10-15 minute-walk or a short car ride away)

Simply Thai and Sushi: Upscale, contemporary choice known for curries & other Thai favorites, plus imaginative sushi rolls.

Sip Sip Cafe: Casual cafe serving bubble tea and other Asian-inspired beverages, plus toasts.

The Lucky Dog: Casual Mexican restaurant & bar offering tacos, margaritas, and chips and salsa.

 

Alamance Crossing (10-minute car ride away, located near Drury Inn & Suites)

Buffalo Wild Wings: Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

Burger King: Well-known fast-food chain serving grilled burgers, fries & shakes.

Cold Stone Creamery: Ice cream chain offering design-your-own creations hand-mixed on a granite slab, plus shakes & more.

Cork & Cow: Cozy, romantic hangout for wine and beer as well as cheese and charcuterie boards, small plates, sandwiches, and salads.

Drake’s: Burgers, sushi, and other comfort fare are served at this laid-back eatery with an extensive beer selection.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers: Vintage-style chain for steakburgers, hot dogs & other fast-food staples, plus frozen custard.

Olive Garden Italian Restaurant: Lively, family-friendly chain featuring Italian standards such as pastas & salads.

Red Bowl Asian Bistro: Sushi & Japanese stir-fries joined by Chinese, Thai & Vietnamese dishes in sleek bistro digs.

Red Robin: Chain for gourmet burgers & other American comfort fare.

Royal Tea Cafe: Bubble tea store providing bubble teas, refresher drinks, smoothies, and bingsu desserts.

San Marcos: Mexican place featuring enchiladas, fajitas & margaritas in upbeat digs with colorful art & decor.

Texas Roadhouse: Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

The Peach Cobbler Factory: Dessert store offering cobblers, ice cream, banana puddings, cinnamon rolls, shakes, cookies, brownies, churros, and more.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe: Health-conscious cafe chain featuring a menu of custom smoothies,

First Watch: Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.

Domino’s Pizza: Delivery/carryout chain offering a wide range of pizzas & a variety of other dishes & sides.

 

University Commons (10-minute car ride away, located near Drury Inn & Suites)

Peking House: Casual Chinese restaurant dishing up chicken and broccoli, lo mein, egg rolls, and other favorites.

Harusaki: Low-key eatery offering a standard range of sushi, hibachi meals & other classic Japanese dishes.

McDonald’s: Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.

Chic-Fil-A: Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

Jimmy John’s: Counter-serve chain specializing in sub & club sandwiches, plus signature potato chips.

Moe’s: Counter-serve chain dishing up Southwestern staples from burritos to nachos in lively environs.

Chili’s: Family-friendly chain serving classic Tex-Mex & American fare in a Southwestern-style setting.

Starbucks: Welcoming coffeehouse with handcrafted coffee, espresso & tea, plus breakfast, lunch & pastries.

California Burritos: Casual, build-your-own spot serving Mexican favorites such as burritos, tacos, and bowls.

Nothing Bundt Cakes: Franchise bakery specializing in handcrafted bundt cakes, plus curated gifts & party supplies.

Jersey Mike’s Subs: New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.

Biggby Coffee: Cheery regional coffeehouse chain serving specialty drinks, smoothies & baked goods.

Waffle House: Simple chain spot offering American diner fare & all-day breakfast, including signature waffles.

Culver’s: Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.

Sir Pizza Burlington: Laid-back eatery specializing in a homemade sauce for its thin-crust, square-cut pizzas and meat-centric appetizers.

Poison Ivy Brewing Company: Local brewing company with a wide variety of beverages and a welcoming atmosphere.