2024 Autumn Quarter Extended Dining Hours and New Eateries
Quick Takeaways
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Four new eateries have opened on campus since the spring quarter: Midway Café featuring Capriotti’s, Sip of Hope, Burrito Beach, and Root & Sprig
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Some eateries have extended or changed their hours. Make sure to check on your favorites!
As the Autumn Quarter kicks off on September 30, campus dining is ready with updated hours and new offerings. Along with the return of your favorite student-run coffee shops, several dining locations will feature extended hours, making it easier to grab a bite or coffee throughout the day. Plus, this quarter brings exciting new dining spots on campus, adding even more variety to your options. We’ve compiled the fall quarter hours for cafés, dining halls, and coffee shops to help you plan your meals and coffee breaks.
Note: All hours listed go into effect on Monday, Sept. 30 unless otherwise noted.
New Eateries
Midway Café featuring Capriotti's
Tuesday—Saturday: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 a.m.
Midway Café, situated within Midway Market will feature cuisine from the esteemed Capriotti's Sandwich Shop. Founded in 1976, it was “born from a desire to create something unique while honoring family heritage.” UChicago Dining is excited to partner with the award-winning sandwich shop and bring its unique all-natural slow-roasted creations to campus.
Sip of Hope
Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Coffee, tea and pastries and originated in Logan Square. All proceeds from the coffee shop support proactive suicide prevention and mental health education.
Burrito Beach
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Made-from-scratch food that combines traditional Mexican street fare with creative California touches. The restaurant serves bowls, burritos, salads, smoothies/soft serve and tacos. Burrito Beach serves breakfast and lunch.
Root & Sprig
Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Selling sandwiches, salads, and bowls with a seasonal menu that features vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free items.
Academic Cafés & Food Courts
Café Logan
Monday—Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., Saturday: Noon to 6:00 p.m., Sunday: Noon to 4 p.m.
Gordon Café
Monday—Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Harris Café
Monday—Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Hutchinson Commons
Monday—Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday—Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Midway Café featuring Capriotti's
Tuesday—Saturday: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 a.m.
Peach’s Café in Crerar
Monday—Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Peach’s Café in the Law School
limited access to those with law school building access
Monday—Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Press Café
Opens on October 1, Tuesday—Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Quantum Café
Monday—Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Tiffin Café
limited access to those with I-House building access
Monday—Sunday: 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., 4:00 p.m. to Midnight
On-Campus Coffee Shops
Chicago French Press
Monday—Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturday—Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Cobb Coffee Shop
Set to open on Oct 1.
Monday—Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Ex Libris Café
Set to reopen Sept 24 with restricted hours (9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). Regular hours begin Oct. 1
Monday—Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., Fridays 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturdays: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sundays: 11:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Grounds of Being
Monday—Friday: 7:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Hallowed Grounds
Set to open on Oct 1.
Monday—Tuesday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Wednesday—Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday: 12:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Sunday: 12:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Harper Café
Set to open on Oct 1.
Monday—Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturdays: CLOSED, Sundays: Noon to 5:00 p.m.
Pret A Manger
Monday—Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., Saturday—Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Starbucks in Saieh Hall
Monday—Friday: 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Markets
Maroon Market
Seven days a week, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Midway Market
Seven days a week, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Dining Commons
The Dining Commons, Baker, Bartlett, Cathey, and Woodlawn, are accessible to all members of the University community beginning on Saturday, Sept. 28. Diners can pay with a meal plan, Maroon Dollars, or a credit card.
Autumn Dining Commons hours
Monday—Thursday: 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Friday: 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., except for Barlett, which will remain open until 8:30 p.m.
Sunday: 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
4th meal
Beginning on Monday, Oct. 9: 9:00 p.m. to midnight at Baker Dining Commons
For the most up-to-date dining hours, please refer to dining.uchicago.edu
UChicago Medicine Dining
Center for Care and Discovery
Sip of Hope
Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Burrito Beach
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Root & Sprig
Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
SKY Café - Located in the Sky Lobby (seventh floor)
Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The full menu is available from 5:30 a.m. to midnight. A limited menu is provided from midnight to 5:30 a.m.
Bernard A. Mitchell Hospital
The Kitchen at Billings - Located in the basement, near the “D” elevators
Monday through Friday: 6:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday: Closed
Panera Bread
Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Duchossois Center for Advanced Medicine (DCAM)
Café Central
Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
For a complete list of UChicago Medicine Dining options, please refer to uchicagomedicine.org. Please note some of these locations may be limited by ID access to UChicago Medicine employees and patients.