Cougar Cafe

Taft College Cougar Café


Our Cougar Café, located in our Student Center, is your go-to location for a large variety of drinks, meals, and snacks. Many consider it to be the central hub of campus life! 

We believe that today's hard working college students should be rewarded with a dining service that makes eating on campus enjoyable, healthy, and an integral part of their college experience. Cougar Cafe offers a welcoming space to relax, recharge, and connect with friends between classes.

Community members are welcome to visit and enjoy everything the Cafe has to offer.

Cougar Café Hours

Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Breakfast – 7:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
Lunch – 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Dinner – 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. (M-Th) and 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (Friday)

Taft College accepts most major credit/debit cards and Apple Pay.

Weekly Menu 
Monday, March 16, 2026
Breakfast – Quiche, potatoes, and choice of bacon or sausage
Lunch – Lemongrass Chicken, rice, and vegetables
               Burger and Hot Sandwich Bar
               Cold Sandwich Bar
Salad – Cobb Salad
Sandwich – To be determined
Soup – Vegetable Soup
Dinner – Mac Bowls

Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Breakfast – Chilaquiles, eggs, and choice of bacon or sausage
Lunch – Asada Fries
                Burger and Hot Sandwich Bar
                Cold Sandwich Bar
Salad – Taco Salad
Sandwich – To be determined
Soup – Albondigas
Dinner – Picadillo, white rice, and black beans

 Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Breakfast – Breakfast Sandwich with a side of hash browns
Lunch – BBQ Chicken, mashed potatoes, and vegetables
                Burger and Hot Sandwich Bar
                Cold Sandwich Bar
Salad – Apple Cranberry Salad
Sandwich – To be determined
Soup – Split Pea and Ham
Dinner – Country Fried Steak

Thursday, March 19, 2026
Breakfast – Biscuits and Gravy, eggs, potatoes, and choice of bacon or sausage
Lunch – Crispy Chicken Sandwich
                Burger and Hot Sandwich Bar
                Cold Sandwich Bar
Salad – Chicken Caesar Salad
Sandwich – To be determined
Soup – Pasta Fagioli
Dinner – Sausage and Peppers with Penne Pasta

 Friday, March 20, 2026
Breakfast – Breakfast Burritos (Sausage, Bacon, or Chorizo)
Lunch – Miso Glazed Salmon, rice, and vegetables
                Cold Sandwich Bar
Salad – To be determined
Sandwich – To be determined
Soup – Clam Chowder
Dinner – Pastrami Sandwich
 
*Menu offerings are subject to change

Gift Certificates are Now Available for Purchase!


Say “thank you” to someone or celebrate a special event by purchasing a Cougar Café gift certificate at the Cougar Café. Whether it’s a coffee break, a tasty lunch, or a sweet treat, they’ll love the options available. Purchase yours today and give the gift of great taste while supporting our college.

Meal Deals


Check out our Meal Deals at Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner!

Lunch and Dinner Meal Deals include:

  • One entrée
  • Accompanying side dish(es)
  • Your choice of: soup, salad, or dessert
  • One 16-ounce beverage

A complete meal at a great value of $10.00!