Dietary Accommodations

We provide reasonable accommodations for students based on food allergies and medical conditions. Students requesting dietary accommodations as a result of allergies and medical conditions should register with us in Disability Support Services.

RISD Dining can accommodate food preferences for religious reasons and lifestyle choices. Students with food preferences or following religious guidelines should connect with RISD Dining directly. Contact Maureen Young via email or by calling 401 709-8508 to set up a meeting.

We, along with RISD Dining, will work with students to provide reasonable accommodations, including alternate meals and menu choices for students who have seen a health care provider and have been formally diagnosed with a condition. Examples of conditions may include food allergies, food intolerances, physician-prescribed special diets, and celiac disease. After registering with us, you will work directly with RISD Dining to develop your plan.

Top allergens for menu items are identified per item on the online menus.  Menu signs identifying the top allergens and the proteins for each menu item are posted at each station in all RISD Dining venues. Signs also note if an item is vegetarian, vegan and/or gluten-free. Kitchen managers and supervisors can answer ingredient questions and assist you while you are in Dining venues. The Met and Portfolio Café are peanut- and tree nut-free. Students living on campus can use their dining allotment, which is included with their housing package, to purchase special meals.