It seems Dining just can't win.

After nearly two months of experimenting with a buffet, the Pub at Overcup Oak returned to its old practice of serving a la carte items for dinner. Though most students have largely welcomed this change and accept the long lines as an inevitable part of eating at the Pub, some still complain the lines are too long.

"Last semester, students complained about the lines at dinner, (and) we attempted to fix that with a buffet," said Director of Dining Camp Howard.

"(But) students had some reservations with the buffet. They wanted all menu items made available."

Because Dining adjusts to student requests, Dining Services adapted by terminating the buffet and offering the lunch menu, along with some additional specials, for dinner.

Following the discontinuation of the buffet on Oct. 17, Howard said Dining has received excellent feedback, with students expressing happiness with the change.

"I'm really glad they don't offer the buffet anymore," said sophomore James Zack. "The food is worth the wait."

Despite the general positive reaction to the change, some students say they miss the convenience of the buffet.

"I thought the buffet was good just because it was so convenient and quick. From my past experiences with lunch, it took a long time and I'd assume the wait would be just as long for dinner," said sophomore Erica Zanghellini.