Dolche Vita at the University of Kent

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Dolche Vita

Located in Keynes College on the Canterbury campus, Dolche Vita offers 'Proud to Serve' Costa Coffee, hearty lunches, and grab-and-go options. With indoor seating and a scenic outdoor area, it’s the perfect spot to relax, meet friends, or study.

Temporary closure for refurbishment

Dolche Vita will be closed from Monday 15 December to undergo a full refurbishment of the café and dining space. The outlet will reopen on Monday 19 January 2026 with a brand-new identity and name: Keynes Café & Kitchen

The refurbishment will introduce an upgraded, modernised environment, including:

A refreshed interior design inspired by natural textures and warm colours
New stylish furniture including soft seating areas
New ‘Click & Collect’ via Time2Eat app – place your order online and skip the queue for faster pickup
Introduction of order-at-table service –we’ll bring your order to you and no need to queue

A New Menu Offer for January 2026

Alongside the new space, Keynes Café & Kitchen will launch with an updated menu including a refreshed hot food offering and enhanced grab-and-go range.

The refurbishment will continue to offer Costa Coffee and an improved bakery and pastry selection.

A new hot food menu featuring Bamboo – our Pan Asian concept featuring build your own curry and donburi bowls. Bamboo brings bold flavours and fresh ingredients to campus, offering both comfort and speed, perfect between lectures or for a quick meal on the go.

So whether you’re stopping in for breakfast, refuelling between study sessions, or enjoying a hot meal with friends, Keynes Café & Kitchen will offer a refreshed space with more choice, more comfort, and an upgraded food experience.

We look forward to welcoming you back when the refurbishment is complete and the new café opens on Monday 19 January 2026.

In the meantime, keep an eye out on our Time2Eat catering app for offers, opening times, online ordering and loyalty offers.

Dolche Vita mock up of newly refurbished counter space

About us

At Dolche Vita, we serve great coffee, fresh food, and a welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're grabbing a quick bite or sitting down for lunch, we've got something for you.

Our menu features crowd-pleasers like Katsu Curry, Red Thai Curry, Jerk Chicken and Butter Chicken. If you’re after something lighter, we have jacket potatoes, loaded fries and salads. Need something to go? Our grab-and-go range includes a sandwich meal deal, fruit pots, overnight oats, and warm pasties and sausage rolls.

With plenty of indoor seating and a picturesque outdoor area by Keynes duck pond, it’s an ideal spot for catching up with friends, meetings, or a quiet study session.

New for September 2025

The Dolche Vita team is excited to introduce 'Proud to Serve' Costa Coffee - with a range of your favourite coffees, hot chocolate and teas - pop in to see us today.