Welcome to the ESI Café
Visit the ESI Café, nestled at the heart of the Environment and Sustainability Institute at the top of the Penryn Campus. Enjoy delicious food, freshly brewed coffee, and a warm welcome in a relaxed and friendly setting.
Open to everyone, the ESI Café is the perfect place to enjoy a light lunch, grab a great coffee, catch up informally with coursemates, colleagues, or welcome visitors to campus.
Opening Hours
Monday to Friday, 9am–3pm
- 9am–12pm: Café open for coffee and refreshments
- 12pm–2pm: Lunch served
- 2pm–3pm: Coffee and cake special – just £5
ESI Menu Highlights
Enjoy a tempting selection of mains and fresh salads, with flexible options to suit your appetite:
- £5 – Main + one salad
- £6 – Main + two salads
- £7 – Main + three salads
Jacket potatoes are also available, served with a mixed-leaf garnish and your choice of beans, cheese, or tuna mayonnaise.
More to Enjoy
- Seasonal soup with a bread roll – £2.50
- Freshly prepared baguettes – £3.50–£4.50
- Paninis – £4.95
Hot Drinks with a Conscience
We believe great coffee and tea can go hand in hand with more sustainable choices.
Cornish Coffee: Responsibly sourced, single-origin beans, delivering delicious coffee with a conscience.
Oat milk as standard: A more planet-friendly alternative to dairy. Dairy, soya and almond milk are also available on request.
Nuditea: Carefully sourced, quality tea blends in plastic-free, compostable packaging, including compostable teabags.
Special Offers
Enjoy great value alongside your favourite food and drinks.
Afternoon Coffee & Cake Deal | Monday to Friday, 2pm–3pm: Buy a hot drink and a traybake for just £5.
Bring Your Own Cup: Save 20p on any hot drink when you bring your reusable cup.
Hot Drink Loyalty Card: Collect stamps at any campus outlet and enjoy a free regular hot drink or iced coffee after 10 purchases. Terms and conditions apply.
Whether you’re joining us for lunch, catching up with colleagues over coffee or taking a well-deserved break, the ESI Café offers a welcoming space to relax, connect and enjoy good food and drink.
We look forward to welcoming you!
