Zlicious Eatz, colloquially known as Z’s, is the Loyola-exclusive catering business loved by many, offering a grand variety of foods. However, with so many choices, deciding what to eat can be difficult. A question that one might ask themselves while in line for Z’s would be, “What should I order?” The seemingly endless variety of options ranging from hashbrown plates in the mornings, and teriyaki bowls in the afternoon can be overwhelming.
While walking around Loyola’s campus before the day’s first class begins, the odds are that you’ll spot multiple students indulging in Z’s breakfast menu. The hashbrown plate, bacon bowl, and acai bowl are purchased by many students and are often a go-to pick in the morning. These hearty meals have struck popularity among Cubs and are some of the best options for a quick bite before class.
“The Acai bowls are great,” said Ethan Gallardo ‘25. “I believe I get one every day. As for the hashbrown plates and bacon bowls, I see a lot of my peers munching on them, so they must be good. For lunch, sometimes I’ll get the teriyaki chicken bowls. Honestly, everything is delicious. The chicken tenders are good and the quesadillas are good.”
As school progresses throughout the day, lunch brings out a new menu presenting dishes such as the penne pasta bowl and teriyaki beef bowls, which are apparent favorites. On the topic of favorites, the hand-made quesadillas, chicken tenders, and mozzarella sticks are all delicious appetizers that can be seen throughout campus.
Yet other great options such as the corn dogs or bacon-wrapped hot dogs are rarely purchased. Even the grilled cheeses, which many might expect to be popular, aren’t. “I think Z’s has grilled cheeses, but I don’t think I’ve ever seen people eating them,” said Gallardo, when asked about which items aren’t as sought out.
When ordering snacks that are lacking in the nutritional department, such as tater tots and chili cheese fries, athletic ability can be hindered despite the amazing taste. “Some items on their lunch menu are a little bit heavy,” said Katie Valdes, a dietitian at USC and team mom for the Loyola varsity football team. “It would be great to see healthier options on the menu and less fried food.”
Hopefully, Cubs everywhere may now have a better idea of what to look for and order at Z’s.