CC’s Community Coffee House is officially open for business in the Student Union, paving the way for the rest of the Tiger Lair food court.
Most of the other food venues will be open soon, said Student Government Vice President Dani Borel after a Union Board meeting with Jason Tolliver, director of University Auxiliary Services.
“It’s been a big struggle for the whole University,” Borel said. “Having the Tiger Lair open makes the Union the place where it’s supposed to be.”
Borel said she and J Hudson, SG president, have been in contact with Tolliver and Eric Monday, vice chancellor for finance and administrative services, to follow the Tiger Lair progress.
Louisiana Bayou Bistro, an “authentic Cajun food” restaurant, is set to open Feb. 21, along with Quiznos and Food to Geaux convenience stop.
Chick-fil-A, Jamba Juice and Salsarita’s will start serving customers Feb. 28.
Panda Express’ “gourmet Chinese food” will be available March 9.
Madeline Gaynor, pre-veterinary freshman, said she’s most excited about Panda Express.
Papa John’s Pizza will open March 16.
Shane Lindemann, physics freshman, said he normally eats at The 5 dining hall, but the Tiger Lair will be convenient for the weekends when dining halls are closed.
Emma Alexander, business freshman, said though she normally doesn’t dine on campus, she’s more likely to eat at Tiger Lair between classes.
Borel said she and Hudson cannot take credit for the opening of the Tiger Lair, but she is excited to see it open. She said having the Tiger Lair open will have a positive impact on recruiting.
“Tiger Lair being closed is affecting recruiting,” Borel said. “Right now, while [students] have some food options, it’s really limited.”
The Union will also house an optical shop, a Kaplan Testing Center and a Copy & Mail Center after construction is complete.
 
 
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