Much more than a combination of redesigned buffet and deli, it provides a virtually all-day restaurant with a discussion lounge. Residents can enjoy breakfast from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., continental breakfast from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., lunch from noon to 1:30 p.m., and dinner from 4:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., with lighter offerings in between meal times.

The much enhanced Pequit menus show a variety of hot dinner entrées at lunch as well as dinner time; new beverages including espresso and cappuccino and more sodas. There are new "PDQ" express lunches from 12 noon to 1:30 p.m., including panini with focaccia bread. Several deli sandwiches and all beverages are marked AA (Always Available) from 8:30 a.m to 4:00 p.m.

The new Pequit benefits from space formerly occupied by the Library. With seating for 60 diners, it’s able to serve 80 or 90, many more than before.

Two outdoor exposures give the new dining room a light, airy atmosphere. Five photo murals reflect the outside Orchard Cove campus. They were created by Philippe Saad, a member of the architect’s staff. Beaming happily at the inauguration, Culinary Services Director John Ralston said, "This is really a collaborative effort—with all of us, the construction company, facilities people, culinary, administration, and architects working together for a wonderful result." Residents agreed that it was a brilliant success.

The grand opening was highlighted by four days of gourmet tasting events and a week of special dinners. The conversation lounge provides space for mid-morning or mid-afternoon small group discussions. The Pavilion and Garden Room remain open for dinners.