Union Grind - Carson

As others have mentioned, Union Grind is technically a Starbucks and serves the Starbucks menu without selling their pastries or sandwiches (they sell third party options). Service here is pretty good, and staff are very kind. They often don’t have drink holders so just keep that in mind if you have a bigger order. Dining dollars are accepted here if you want to use the university’s meal plan. Vegetarian options: Most or all of their sandwiches have some form of animal protein included and come pre-packaged so I would not recommend coming here if you are vegan or vegetarian for their food items. Dietary restrictions: They have alternative milk options if you are lactose intolerant. Parking: You can park in the nearby university parking lots for $20 a day or buy the $200 semester parking pass. Kid-friendliness: Kid-friendly space as university tours will often include time to visit the Loker Student Union.

It's actually a Starbucks, so anything you order there you can order here. Some of the nicest student workers I've met work at Union Grind. FYI, they accept contactless tap-and-go payments.

Really cute small spot wth really delicious croissants! The chai was super sweet and couldn't finish it but it's very cheap and there's a lot of options! Got a medium and the staff and very friendly!

Relaxing after class while studying.

It sucks, nasty