Ava Wisniewski – Spokin User @avawisniewski
Allergies: Peanuts and Tree Nuts
Class: 2026
Major: Biological Sciences (BS) – Human Biology
Post Graduation Plans: Undecided, but would love to do something related to environmental health science!
Instagram: @liavaeats
TikTok: @avalikesroses
Fountain Dining Hall
Fountain has many allergy-friendly accommodations including an allergy-friendly station called Simply Made free of the top 8 allergens. Also, each station and food item contains a sticker labeling which allergens it contains. Fountain included a special fridge for gluten and dairy-free products with a separate toaster to avoid cross-contamination.
Port City Java
PCJ is my go-to breakfast on campus. I always get the build your own breakfast sandwich and smoothies. I do stay away from the bakery items, as some contain nuts. I’ve eaten here many times and have never had any issues with my allergies.
Howling Cow Creamery
Howling Cow is amazing with handling food allergies. There are signs that say “Food Allergies? Ask the servers to use the purple scoop” which is a clean scoop using a fresh bin of ice cream. Also, each ice cream flavor is labeled with the top 8 allergens.
Jason’s Deli
Jason’s is my favorite lunch spot on campus. My favorite meals are the Mediterranean Wrap and Chicago Club. All menu items are labeled with stickers identifying each allergen, which I find helpful. I do stay away from the panini options, as one contains a walnut pesto. Otherwise, everything is nut-free.
1887 Bistro
1887 Bistro has a great variety of small plates, lunch, and dinner options on campus. I personally enjoy the Caesar Salad and Arugula Margherita Flatbread. The Chocolate Chunk Cookie Sundae is a great late-night dessert! I recommend viewing the online menu, as each menu item is labeled with containing allergens.
Delirious
One of my new favorite lunch spots on campus. I highly recommend the build your own wrap! They are a great size, price, and offer a variety of toppings. Also, there are no nut toppings for the wraps and salads here!
321 Coffee
321 Coffee is an amazing shop that employs over 50 adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I ordered a cold brew with oat milk and french vanilla flavoring, which was delicious. I highly recommend visiting. Also, NC State just collaborated with 321 to make their own coffee blend. I can’t wait to try!