Welcome to DeliXious Labs, where we elevate and revolutionize the future of food tech innovation.

A food incubator rooted in community

We believe food connects people from all backgrounds and disciplines. Our incubator utilizes this universal language to create a lasting impact on our community. We invite UMD community startups passionate about food service and technology to join our tasteful dual accelerator program.

Our incubator transforms UMD into a community hub for food tech innovation through collaborations, real-world applications and unparalleled opportunities for students. Students play a valuable role in DeliXious Labs by providing feedback. Students will also have access to exclusive internship opportunities and work hands-on with startups, participating in growing fresh ingredients on campus and contributing to engineering, business and marketing efforts.

Award-winning Dining services

With the University of Maryland’s award-winning Dining Services team by your side, your startup can create mouth-watering recipes—bringing them to life and serving them on our campus—and craft efficient restaurant operation plans—covering the essentials: management, permitting and food preparation. Dining Services has you covered and will bring your vision to life in the IDEA Central café.

Nutrition Month Education Programs
Wellness and Nutrition Gold Award (6 Golds in 7 Years)
NACUFS Horton Awards
Resident Dining
Yahentamitsi: Best New Campus Dining Facility
NACUFS 2023 Horton Silver Award
Sustainability: Outreach and Education
NACUFS 2020 Bronze
Facility Design: Yahentamitsi
Food Service Equipment & Supply Magazine 2023
MenuTrinfo 2024
Best Overall University Allergy Program
National Allergy Award
Retail - Single Concept: Samovar Cafe
NACUFS 2024 Horton Bronze
Athletic Training Table
Jones Hill House, Project Showcase Award 2023
Foodservice Consultants Society International
Secretary for Veteran Affairs
Commendation: Maryland Dairy
Commendation May 2024 MD
Our current tenant

Kraveworthy Kitchens

A plant-based micro food hall
Interested in becoming a tenant?