Jackson Dining Room (J.D.R.)


Quick Links To Our Popular Menus
Jackson Dining Room - Daily Lunch Buffet (pdf)
Jackson Dining Room - Evening Dinner Menu (pdf)
Banquet Menus and Planning Guide (pdf)

The James W. Jackson Dining Room – named after the late James W. Jackson in recognition of his 28 years of exemplary and distinguished service to Appalachian State University.

The Jackson Dining Room, or JDR, is located off the main lobby of the facility. Wi-Fi is available. The JDR offers both ambiance and diverse dining options throughout the day every day. Dine either near our majestic stone fireplace, made from local Tennessee black stone, or take in the beautiful 25 mile mountainous view from the completely windowed wall. Enjoying an early breakfast with a breathtaking sunrise over the mountain tops is a highlight for many of our guests. Our delightful cuisine, impressive views, and live student entertainment make the JDR a truly special place to “dine at the top."

Breakfast (Mon-Sat)
7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Our breakfast buffet is available when we anticipate a high volume of breakfast guests. Breakfast Buffet is $7.95 plus beverages, tax and gratuities. When a buffet style format is not required, an a la carte Breakfast Menu (pdf) is offered in its place.

Deluxe Continental Breakfast (Sunday)
7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Offered in the Northwestern Room, our Sunday morning Deluxe Continental costs $6.95 plus beverages, tax & gratuities.

All-Day Dining (Mon-Sat)
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
We offer a limited a la carte All Day Menu (pdf) for “between the meals” times of day.

Daily Lunch Buffet (Mon-Sat)
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Our daily lunch buffet travels the world – see what region has inspired our culinary team's Lunch Menu (pdf) today. $9.64 plus beverages, tax & gratuities
Live student entertainment is featured for Lunch service.

Grand Sunday Brunch
10:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Our showcase Sunday Brunch Buffet is one of the best in the High Country. Full breakfast and lunch selections are available including omelets made to order, carving station, and fresh seafood offerings, $23.95 including beverages, plus tax & gratuities.
Live student entertainment is featured for Brunch service.

All-Day Dining (Mon-Sat)
1:30 PM – 5:00 PM
We offer a limited a la carte All Day Menu (pdf) for “between the meals” times of day.

Dinner (nightly)
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Dinner service in the JDR takes thing to another leverl. Enjoy our exquisite culinary selections from our lengthy Dinner Menu (pdf); add in a fine bottle of wine or a microbrew beer from our extensive Wine & Beer List (pdf); finish off with an exquisite dessert from our Dessert Menu (pdf). Couple these enjoyments with the ambiance and the tremendous views and your evening is set! For a night on the town with that someone special, a large gathering of friends and family, or a business occasion, the Jackson Dining Room is a unique experience for all.
Live student entertainment is featured for Dinner service.
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