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The vibrant environment of the Lovely Professional University (LPU) campus presents a unique challenge for students, faculty, and staff seeking convenient and suitable dining options. With a diverse range of preferences, time constraints, and the ever-changing dynamics of crowding levels, finding the ideal dining venue can be a daunting task. This research paper introduces MealGo, a groundbreaking Web & mobile application designed to revolutionize the dining experience within the LPU campus community. Leveraging advanced algorithms, seamless integration with restaurant billing swoystems, and user-generated data, MealGo delivers personalized recommendations tailored to individual preferences, real-time crowd levels, available seating, operating hours, and price ranges. The app incorporates intuitive map functionality, enabling users to effortlessly locate and navigate to their desired dining destinations. Recognizing the unique challenges faced by the LPU community, this research employed a multi-faceted approach, including a comprehensive literature review, user requirements analysis, system design, data collection, and algorithm development. Through iterative prototype development and extensive user testing, MealGo's AI-powered recommendation system was refined to intelligently suggest less crowded restaurants with available seating, ensuring a hassle-free and efficient dining experience. The results of this research demonstrate MealGo's remarkable effectiveness in addressing the identified research gap, significantly enhancing the dining experience within the LPU campus community. User feedback indicates a high level of satisfaction with the personalized recommendations, accurate real-time crowd levels, and AI-powered suggestions, ultimately contributing to a more enjoyable and convenient dining experience. This research paper outlines the design, development, and potential impact of MealGo, paving the way for a more personalized, efficient, and satisfying dining experience within the university premises and beyond.