Catering at the University of Kent

A bowl of stir fry noodles from Rutherford Dining Hall's Wok Bar

Food & Drink at Kent

Opening times January 2026

We are excited to welcome you back after the festive break to start 2026 in style! Before we get into the full swing of term on 12 January, some of our outlets have altered opening times, so make sure you check out timings for each of our outlets below.  

We especially can't wait for you to visit the newly refurbished Hut 8 which opened on 2 January, and coming soon - the new Keynes Café and Kitchen (formerly Dolche Vita), opening on 19 January!

Did we make you smile?

Loved your drink? Enjoyed lunch with friends? Or maybe you’ve got ideas to make campus dining even better? We want to hear from you!

The 'Did We Make You Smile?' platform is the easiest way to share your thoughts.

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Your new Catering app!

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Enjoy ordering your favourite food and drinks to your table as well as take advantage of exclusive discounts, rewards and hot beverage stamp cards.

Spend less time cooking and more time studying

Meal Plans

Our meal plans are available to all Kent students. Options include annual, termly, and mini flex meal plans, each with unique benefits and savings.  

A couple of students enjoying a meal together at Dolche Vita.

Medway Campus Outlets

Looking for food and drink on the Medway campus? There’s plenty to choose from – and just a short 5–10 minute walk away, the Dockside Outlet Centre has even more cafés and restaurants to explore.

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