From fresh barista made coffee and the unbeatable 5 item breakfast, to smash burgers and loaded fries on the go, we have something for everyone at our different outlets across our campuses.
Each catering outlet offers a unique experience providing a diverse range of food and drink in various locations across our campus network.
To view the location of all our catering outlets, please check out our online campus map.
The Catering Department is passionate about supporting our CCCU community to make well-informed choices regarding allergies, food intolerance, and dietary and religious beliefs requirements.
You'll find allergen sheets prominently displayed in all our outlets to help you make informed decisions. Details are also available via the Nutritional Portal.
If you are unsure, please ask a member of the catering team - our chefs are more than happy to provide any guidance or advice you may need. For additional information, please explore our resources here.
Please note that the times below are during term time and will vary during holidays. Remember we also have a range of vending options available 24/7.
The Food Court is our largest catering outlet on campus and with a large seating area is a great place to catch up with friends and have lunch with your classmates. The Food Court consists of 4 different food bars to choose from:
There is also a Heat and Eat Space with microwaves, hot water boiler, washing up facilities, and vending machines for those who want to bring their own meals to campus.
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The largest coffee shop on campus! Sip on freshly brewed café direct coffee paired with warm croissants for the perfect start to your day on campus. Choose from a variety of Fairtrade items for an ethical breakfast or lunch. Our menu offers hot and cold pastries, including vegan and gluten-free options, plus an array of delightful cakes and sweet treats.
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Find Touchdown on the campus map.
Whether you are picking up a drink on the go or looking for a light bite the Coffee Dock has everything you need. Offering seasonal goodies it regularly features warming toasties and soups in the winter and fresh salads and jacket potatoes in the summer.
Find the Coffee Dock on the campus map.
Whether you are after smash burgers and loaded fries from the main menu, or one of our daily specials inspired from dishes from across the world - there is something for everyone at The Streatery! An outdoor outlet located in the middle of Abbey Square, next to the Verena Holmes Building, this outlet is the perfect place meet up with friends over a tasty lunch.
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Just a stone's throw from the town centre and a short walk from campus, the Lounge is the only exclusive student bar in the city centre. Dive into a week full of excitement with nightly events like The Big Quiz, Final Whistle, Society Takeover nights, karaoke, and live Lounge showcasing the best of student and local talent.
The Lounge is accredited by the Canterbury Best Bar None scheme and works with police and other agencies to encourage safety in the night-time economy. A Best Bar None venue will have trained staff to assist you if you ever feel uncomfortable in a situation within their premises. Just approach any member of staff and “Ask for Angela”. This is a code word to alert staff that you need support, and they will take care of you.
Find The Lounge on the campus map
Located in the heart of the library, Augustine House Atrium Café serves an array of hot and cold, breakfast and lunchtime treats. Enjoy our pre-packed sandwiches, salads, and paninis, or tuck in to our daily hot dishes or fresh salad bar. Don't miss the Atrium Coffee Pod, your haven for Grumpy Mule barista coffee, accompanied by a tempting selection of fresh hot and cold pastries and cakes.
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Immerse yourself in the world of freshly brewed barista coffee and quick, delicious bites at Touchdown in Rowan Williams Court. Start your day right with a morning latte, cappuccino, or macchiato paired with a warm croissant, or fuel up with our unbeatable 5-item breakfast. A variety of pre-packaged, Fairtrade items, making it easy to opt for ethical and sustainable products for your breakfast or lunch.
CCCU is a cashless campus. UPay is a cashless and secure payment system which you can use to buy refreshments from our on-campus catering and food outlets (but not vending machines). You, and other people that you nominate, can upload funds to your UPay account from any smartphone, tablet or PC, to help you budget. It also provides access to exclusive deals, offers, free food and loyalty rewards such as:
To get going, download the UPay app via The App Store, Google Play or www.upay.co.uk and register for an account. To sign in for the first time, use the Single Sign On option (look for the Microsoft logo, and then enter your University computing username and password), after which you can make use of Touch ID if you prefer.
Before you can make your first purchase, you’ll need to add funds to your account. You can top up any amount between £20-100, on a pay-as-you-go basis, or by setting up auto top-ups for a fixed amount.
Once your account is set up, simply pay for your on-campus food and drink at the till by scanning the in-app QR code.
If you have any questions or comments about UPay, please contact uniware@canterbury.ac.uk.
We value your feedback and use the information to inform us on how to continuously improve our catering service. so if you have any suggestions or comments let us know via this form.