Cafes & Bars
Glasnevin Campus
Main Restaurant
This is the largest dining facility on campus, offering a wide variety of affordable meal options for breakfast, lunch, and snacks. It caters to various dietary needs.
The NuBar in the Student Centre
The bar is located in the heart of The U building, the new student centre. NuBar houses fun and friendly staff and a lively events programme and provides employment for DCU students. At the NuBar, they like to have a good time and want you to join in! The NuBar offers a wide range of hot and cold drinks with a great, affordable food menu. There are two pool tables and a beer garden where they have BBQs when the weather is nice. There are also screens spread throughout the venue where you can watch the latest sporting fixtures in style. The NuBar is the perfect place to chill out from your studies, watch a match, catch up with your mates or throw a class party. There’s always a good vibe and you’ll soon be addicted to the world renowned “Nubar goujons”.
Strictly over 18’s.
T: + 353 1 700 8724
Business School Restaurant
Situated on the 2nd floor of the DCU Business School (DCUBS), this restaurant offers hot and cold meals and snacks.
Caffe Vergnano 1882 (Alice Reeves Building)
Located on the ground floor of the School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health, this cafe serves hot and cold meals and snacks.
Caffe Vergnano 1882 (DCU Sports Complex)
This cafe provides a selection of hot and cold drinks, including smoothies and juices, as well as snacks throughout the day.
The Helix Cafe Bar
Found inside The Helix, this cafe offers coffee, light snacks, and sandwiches in a relaxed atmosphere.
Londis Shop and Food Hall
This convenience store in the U Student Centre has a deli counter offering sandwiches, wraps, and other quick hot food options.
Coffee Cart @ the U
A go-to spot for your to-go drinks. Barista coffee and a range of other hot beverages and treats.
St Patrick’s Campus
The Canteen (Main Restaurant)
The Canteen is the main dining area where students and staff can avail of breakfast, snacks and lunch, including main meals and sandwiches. It aims to provide affordable meal options and many cuisine options for all dietary needs.
DCU Java Student Hub
This is a lively hangout space serving snacks and beverages. Relaxing couches, good music and a pool table make it a nice spot to meet up with friends or make new ones. The Students' Union often holds activities and events here.
Londis
A small outlet located in Block E offering hot drinks, snacks, and treats.
Caffe Vergnano 1882
This social space and café is located on the ground floor of The Cregan Library in G Block. It offers a bright and airy ambience with comfortable and relaxed seating areas, perfect for meeting up and enjoying a tea or coffee, or a bit of lunch.
All Hallows Campus
Main Restaurant
In the heart of All Hallows lies the main restaurant that can be used by all staff and students, offering fresh food on a daily basis. It is DCU's biggest restaurant and offers a range of food choices including full meals, healthy options, sandwiches, and treats.