By Danielle Ruiz, Staff Writer

Lackmann isn’t half bad, but eating it everyday for months on end becomes tiring. By this point in the school year, all food options have been exhausted and finding an entrée or snack that still sounds appetizing has become more difficult. Students have visited each campus eatery on numerous occasions and a change of pace wouldn’t be such a bad idea.

Lackmann struck gold with Eli’s Kosher Kitchen by creating a quality kosher eatery that all students can enjoy. Graduate student Pat Childers likes eating at Eli’s because it “doesn’t taste like Lackmann.”

Although conveniently located near the entrance of the Student Center cafeteria, Eli’s doesn’t get much traffic. They have a great selection of savory entrees, but if you are in the mood for a quick bite, try their matzo ball soup or knishes.

Matzo ball soup is the best-seller, and it’s no wonder, as it has a great blend of flour dumplings and chicken stock.

There is nothing wrong with stepping outside your comfort zone. Never tried kosher food before? Why not give it a shot now? College is all about new experiences, including culinary ones.

Maybe matzo ball soup isn’t your thing. No worries! If you’re looking for another on-the-go snack, try a knish from Eli’s. The knish will definitely hit the spot with all potato lovers.  An Eli’s knish is a square dough pocket filled with seasoned potato mash, then deep-fried to form a hot, crispy, portable snack.

Eli’s Kosher Kitchen isn’t good for just snacks but lunch and dinner as well. There is something on the Eli’s menu to capture even the pickiest of students. Fans of Eli’s Kosher Kitchen rave over their pigs in a blanket and vegans can enjoy their mouth-watering vegan nuggets. Eli’s has plenty of great food options for any student who is willing to stop by and take a look.

Next time you feel peckish don’t make a beeline for the Student Center Cafeteria, make a pit stop by Eli’s Kosher Kitchen and see what they have on their menu. Eli’s menu might surprise you. Maybe a delectable matzo ball soup, a knish, or any other of their great selection is in your near future. Branch out this week by heading over to Eli’s Kosher Kitchen.   

Eli’s Kosher Kitchen serves up a fantastic selection of kosher but delicious food that anyone will enjoy. (Sean M. Gates/The Chronicle)