Exciting News: Recreo Brew & Bagel is coming to ISC Café!
The ISC Café is getting a much-anticipated refresh just in time for the Fall semester! When students, faculty and staff return in late August and early September, they’ll find our newly branded concept: Recreo Brew & Bagel—a UMass Boston café powered by coffee from our local partner, Recreo Coffee & Roasterie located in West Roxbury.
Recreo Brew & Bagel will serve freshly roasted coffee and handcrafted beverages alongside delicious bagels and breakfast pastries—high-quality, locally driven options designed for busy campus days.
Even better, you can order ahead through the Everyday App so students, faculty, and staff can enjoy their favorites from day one! We will have a soft opening on September 2nd and a full GRAND OPENING on September 9th!
About Recreo Coffee & Roasterie
Recreo is a family-owned, women-owned, and farm to cup coffee company with a deep commitment to social impact. Founded by Hector and Miriam Morales, Recreo sources its beans directly from their family farm in Jinotega, Nicaragua — where they focus on sustainable farming practices, direct trade, and economic empowerment. Their passion for ethical sourcing and community development is reflected in every cup.
Bringing Recreo to UMB is more than just adding a new coffee vendor — it’s supporting a mission-driven business that uplifts farming families and creates meaningful change.
Owners Hector and Miriam are excited to meet the UMB community, share their journey, and talk about the future of socially conscious coffee. Supporting small businesses like Recreo is an honor, and we can’t wait for you to experience their exceptional offerings.
Get ready to sip, snack, and connect — ISC Café has never tasted better!
Beacon Cafe
Botrista is now offering coffee!
Starting September 2nd, Botrista is expanding its menu! In addition to your favorite Bobachillers and Milk Teas, you’ll now be able to enjoy iced coffees, lattes, and frappes. This new addition is the perfect way to experience boba with a refreshing coffee twist. Come try something new and find your next go-to beverage!
DINING COMMONS UPDATES!
UCook IS OPEN!
We are very excited to share that UCook is officially open this Fall semester! Students will have the opportunity to cook for themselves with freshly prepared ingredients and condiments each day. We will also be offering a UCook Dining Services Prize Pack for students who get really creative with their dishes! Not sure what UCook is all about? Click our links below from our Executive Chef at the Dining Commons, Chef Doug and the Resident Dining Director Kevin Kesterson to learn more!
new at The Beacon Scoop Shop
Start your mornings the healthy way! The Beacon Scoop Shop now offers fresh fruit smoothies in the morning and your favorite ice cream treats at night. With a wide variety of add-ins from the salad bar, students can create their own custom smoothie to fuel their day and stay energized.
FIRST YEAR FOODIE PASSPORT CHALLENGE!
Eat and drink your way around campus for a chance to win awesome prizes!
For the first time ever, UMB Dining Services is giving out Dining Passports on a first-come, first-served basis during Move-In Weekend! Students who receive a passport will also get a free voucher for 10% off their order at Beacon Café or Recreo Brew & Bagel. With your passport, you’ll have the chance to explore campus, visit every dining location, and taste all the delicious options UMB has to offer! Learn more by visiting our website!
Food Court Updates!
Introducing a new Bigelow Tea station!
We’re expanding our beverage options with a partnership with Bigelow Tea—a certified woman-owned, family business. You’ll now be able to enjoy a wide variety of delicious teas, perfect hot or over ice! This new tea station will be conveniently located next to the New England Coffee area in the Food Court, keeping the space familiar with all the condiments you already love to add to your drink. Check out a sneak peak of our poster here!
Tres Habaneros gets a new menu rotation!
Don’t worry — Tres Habaneros isn’t going anywhere! This Fall Semester, we’re turning up the heat and expanding our offerings. Every two weeks throughout the semester, the Tres Habaneros menu will rotate between its traditional favorites and the Spice Market Menu! Since these are two of our most popular concepts, we wanted to make sure you have more opportunities to enjoy both.
NEW DOT'S DELI SANDWICH!
Introducing: Bobby Beacon's Sandwich! Served on your choice of bread with chicken breast, pepperjack cheese, chipotle mayo, pepperoncini, caramelized onions, lettuce and tomato. This new addition to the menu will be available at the start of the Fall Semester!
THANK YOU!
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