Where to eat on campus

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Your ultimate guide to food and drink at Nottingham

Looking for a snack? A hot drink? A sit-down meal with mates? We've got you covered! 

From cosy cafés with artisan sandwiches to a globally-inspired food court, there's something for everyone on campus.

University Park

a group of people sitting at a table in a restaurant

On University Park campus, there is a range of cafes, offering a variety of food and drink options, from sandwiches and salad bowls to hot meals and snacks:

  • Club House, David Ross Sports Village: High-protein poke bowls, tacos, jacket potatoes, smoothies and speciality coffees.
  • Coates Cafe, Coates Building: Chicken gyros, jacket potatoes, lamb & chicken tagine, vegetable gnocchi and battered haddock.
  • Echo@Derby, Derby Hall: Burgers, nachos, paninis and an extensive drinks menu (including alcoholic beverages).
  • George Green Library Cafe: Barista-style coffees, to-go pizzas, paninis and sandwiches.
  • Hallward Library Cafe: Breakfast pastries, jacket potatoes, sandwiches, wraps, and a wide range of hot and iced drinks.
  • Marmont Cafe, Department of Architecture and Built Environment: Hot and cold beverages, sandwiches, pastries, rolls, salads and soups.
  • Trent Cafe, Trent Building: Bagels, Jacket potatoes, coffee and cakes, and freshly baked pastries.

Portland Building

customers sat in a food court eating

The Portland Building on University Park campus holds many food outlets and cafes:

  • Costa Coffee UP, Ground Floor
  • Subway, B Floor

Food Court, D Floor:

  • Grill'n'Char: Serving all of your grilled favourites with a variety of bold sauces.
  • Mamahzz: Everything from pizzas to burgers to gyros!
  • PuriTea: Choose a main, snack and drink for just £5.50 – wide selection of paninis and salad bowls.
  • Saijokai: Dip into the taste of Katsu curries, ramen and noodles, alongside your favourite Asian cuisine starters.

Jubilee Campus

staff and students in cafe aspire

The Jubilee Campus cafes serve hot and cold trendy drinks, sandwiches, salads, cakes, and pastries:

  • Cafe Aspire, Xu Yafen Building: Breakfast baguettes, pastries, made-to-order sandwiches, jacket potatoes and barista-style coffees.
  • Café Terrazzo, Exchange Building - Hopper bus service located outside!: Chicken burgers, loaded fries, pizza, paninis, as well as hot, iced and soft drinks.
  • The Atrium: Extensive breakfast and brunch menu, sandwiches, wraps, salad bowls, burgers and loaded fries.
  • SNG, Advanced Manufacturing Building (AMB): Hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, salads, wraps, and light snacks.
  • Business Library Cafe, Business School South: Hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, paninis, pastries, cakes and snacks.

Medical School

a grab and go fridge filled with food and drinks

Grab The Medical School cafes serve hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, salads, wraps, and snacks:

  • Greens, A Floor, Medical School, Queen's Medical Centre
  • Hipps, A Floor, Medical School, Queen's Medical Centre

Sutton Bonington Campus - The Barn

Sutton Bonington herb garden and surrounding buildings

Join us on Sutton Bonington campus for a traditional English breakfast, savoury croissant, pain au chocolat, pizza and light bites.

  • Boningtons/The Barn: Perfect for your weekly food shop or to sit in the café with a latte and a panini.
  • Harpers: A range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks with a wide range of food.
  • Square Eats: Tuck into the menu, ranging from a traditional carvery to Italian pasta dishes or a curry with a kick!

Did you know...

  • You can pre-order halal dishes.
  • You can pre-order packed breakfast, lunch, and dinner? Whether you're rushing to class or studying late, our chefs are always ready to cater to your specific dietary requirements. So if you're vegetarian, vegan, or have allergies, we've got you covered. Just speak to your chef, and they'll ensure your needs are met.
  • You can email the catering team regarding any catering queries.
  • You can pre-order Kosher food in catered halls.

Check our website for opening times and to find out more about the cafes and bars on campus. You'll have access to a MealPass, too, which offers discounts and offers throughout the year. 

With such a wide range of food and drink options to choose from at the University of Nottingham, whichever campus you find yourself on, there's always something new to discover🧋