Stem and Root
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Welcome to our vegetarian café – Stem and Root. Located in the STEM building on Square 1, we’ve got plenty of seating inside, or on our terrace.
Choose from freshly-made salads, panini and ciabatta sandwiches, filled jacket potatoes, sweet and savoury pastries, cakes and tray bakes, breakfast pastries and baps, and a range of hot and cold drinks.
We proudly serve ethically sourced Union hand-roasted coffee. We work directly with their east London roastery to bring our house blend.
Opening hours
Current opening hours - until 30 June 2024
- Closed
Opening hours during Summer School season - 1 to 31 July 2024
Please note that during Summer School season the menu will expand to include non-vegetarian items. This is to alleviate the demand on other outlets. Please check dietary and allergen requirements with staff in the outlet before making your purchase.
Monday 1 to Sunday 7 July 2024
- 8.00am to 5.00pm, Wednesday 3 July to Friday 5 July
Monday 8 to Sunday 31 July 2024
- 8.00am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday
Important information during Summer School season
Customers visiting our outlets may experience longer wait times due to Summer Schools on campus. It is advised that you try to avoid peak service times where possible. Peak times to avoid are between:
- Breakfast: 7.30am to 9.15am
- Lunch: 12.15pm to 2.15pm
- Dinner: 5.30pm to 8.00pm
Menus may vary due to demand, and to accommodate large numbers on campus. It is recommended that you check menus in outlets, including allergen information.
Essex Food appreciates your patience during this time.
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