The Castle - University of Virginia

Standard Hours

All Day
- Mon - Thu11:00AM - 6:30PM
- Fri11:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sat - SunClosed

Za’atar at the Castle brings Mediterranean-inspired cuisine to life with Halal, vegetarian, and vegan options. Try a plant-forward selection of vibrant salads, hearty wraps, and flavorful bowls in a thoughtfully designed, mindful-eating space!

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2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary. Additional nutrition information available upon request.

Menu Highlights

Vegan
Contains no animal products of any kind.
Plant Forward
A style of cooking and eating emphasizing healthy plants at the center of the plate. May contain a proportionally small quantity of animal protein.
Made Without Gluten
Selections made with ingredients that do not contain gluten. IMPORTANT: Foods prepared without gluten containing ingredients may not be ‘gluten-free’ since recipes are prepared in open kitchens where cross-contact is possible. Aramark relies on its manufacturers’ ingredient listings in determining whether an ingredient contains gluten.
Vegetarian
Contains no meat, fish, or poultry.
Coolfood Meal – Low Carbon Certified
Certified climate-friendly by the World Resources Institute. They have a low impact on the climate, making them a delicious way to help the planet.
Eat Well
Lower in calories, saturated fat, and sodium AND at least one full serving of nutritionally dense ingredients like vegetables, lean protein, whole grains or fresh greens.