General FAQs

  1. What are the most common reasons students eat on campus?

    2. Answer: Students eat on campus primarily for convenience, affordability, and the availability of favorite dishes like biryani, burgers, and Chinese food.

  2. Which factors influence meal selection the most?

    3. Answer: The top factors influencing meal selection are speed of service (47.3%), portion size (28.1%), and taste (11.2%).

  3. How do students prioritize healthiness when selecting meals?

    4. Answer: Only 6% of respondents prioritize healthiness when choosing meals, indicating that taste, speed, and affordability dominate their decision-making.

Dishes and Preferences FAQs

  1. Which dishes are the most and least popular among students?

    2. Answer: The most popular dish is biryani (30% of respondents), while the least popular dishes are Chinese food and other cuisines (15% each).

  2. What percentage of students prefer traditional food over other types?

    3. Answer: 22.2% of respondents prefer traditional food over options like Chinese (12.2%) or burgers (18%).

  3. Do students often prefer multiple types of food?

    4. Answer: Yes, some students show overlapping preferences, e.g., combining traditional and Chinese food or preferring both burgers and pizza.

Beverage and Meal Frequency FAQs

  1. What are the most preferred beverages among students?

    2. Answer: Milkshakes (45.5%) and Tea/Coffee (22.8%) are the most preferred beverages, with soft drinks (21.5%) being slightly less popular.

  2. How often do students eat on campus per week?

    3. Answer: The average frequency of eating on campus is 2.77 times per week, with most students eating twice per week (36.7%).

  3. Do students who eat more frequently spend more on meals?

    4. Answer: Students who eat more frequently tend to spend less per meal on average, prioritizing affordability over variety or premium options.

Spending and Payment FAQs

  1. How much do students typically spend on meals?

    2. Answer: On average, students spend 420.15 PKR per meal. The majority spend between 200–400 PKR (15.3%) or 400–500 PKR (41.9%).

  2. What payment methods do students prefer?

    3. Answer: The majority of students prefer cash payments (42.6%), followed by online transfers.

  3. Do spending patterns differ between students who prefer specific dishes?

    4. Answer: Yes, students preferring traditional dishes tend to spend more, as these dishes often fall in the 400–500 PKR range.

Seating and Dining Preferences FAQs

  1. Where do students prefer to sit while eating on campus?

    2. Answer: Most students prefer indoor seating (55.3%), while outdoor seating appeals to 35.6%, and 9.1% like both options equally.

  2. Do seating preferences correlate with spending?

    3. Answer: Yes, students preferring indoor seating tend to spend more per meal on average compared to those who choose outdoor seating.

  3. What are students’ views on improving the dining experience?

    4. Answer: Open-ended responses suggest that students want:

Open-Ended Questions FAQs

  1. What are the top complaints about campus dining?

    2. Answer: Students commonly cite:

  2. What changes do students want for food quality and service?

    3. Answer: Students want:

  3. How do students view the pricing of meals on campus?

    4. Answer: While some students find the prices reasonable, others believe that combo deals or discounts for frequent diners would make dining more affordable.

  4. Do students prefer delivery services for meals?

    5. Answer: Yes, a majority of students expressed interest in delivery services if it includes:

Behavioral and Demographic FAQs

  1. Are there significant gender differences in food preferences?

    2. Answer: Yes, female respondents are more likely to prioritize healthiness and variety, while males tend to focus on portion size and speed of service.

  2. Do younger students differ from older students in their dining habits?

    3. Answer: Younger students (ages 18–20) tend to prefer traditional dishes, while older students (21–24) show a growing interest in fast food and Chinese options.

  3. What are the dining habits of students spending less than 200 PKR per meal?

    4. Answer: These students eat less frequently (once or twice per week) and primarily choose affordable options like snacks or small meals.