Black's Gold Grill is in Petersen Residence Hall and is located on the west side of campus.

On the menu you will find items such as quesadillas, slushies, appetizers, macaroni and cheese, burgers, and chicken tenders. 

This station was specifically designed for the late-night individual on west campus and any community member passing through on their way to the athletic facilities. Black's Gold Grill is cashless and accepts Hawkeye Dollars, UI Charge, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. 

Cafe hours

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Physical address

304 Grand Avenue
Iowa City, IA 52242

Phone

Telephone

319-335-1959

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Flex swipes

Flex swipes are not accepted at this location.

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Students eating late-night snacks at Black's Gold Grill
Students eating at a table
Students eating at a table
Students playing a game of pool
Students eating at a table
Students eating at a table
Two student with laptops talking with one another
Students eating at a table

Black's Gold Grill staff

Marie Ernster, manager of Black's Gold Grill

Marie Ernster

Food service coordinator II
marie-ernster@uiowa.edu
319-335-1580

Getting around

There are several ways to get around campus, the Iowa City area, and even get out of town. University of Iowa Parking and Transportation provides more information about Cambus, parking, bikes, ridesharing, safe rides, and more.

  • Walk to IMU: 10 minutes
  • Walk to Kinnick Stadium: 7 minutes
  • Walk to downtown: 15 minutes
  • Cambus: Blue, Red and Interdorm routes arrive every 10-12 minutes during business hours.