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Places to eat and shop

When you need to refuel between study sessions or just want a coffee with friends, you can find somewhere to enjoy drinks, snacks and meals on all our campuses.

When you need to refuel between study sessions, grab a coffee with friends or pick up something to eat on the go, you’ll find a range of food and drink options across Solent University.

In partnership with Sodexo Education Ltd, the University provides a variety of cafés, food outlets and shops, offering everything from freshly prepared meals and snacks to coffee and everyday essentials.

East Park Terrace is home to the majority of Solent’s catering outlets. Students, staff and visitors can enjoy a range of meals, snacks and drinks throughout the day.

Michael Andrews building

Costa Coffee 
Located just left of the main entrance, Costa brings a taste of the high street to campus. From espressos and mochas to iced cappuccinos and coolers, there's something for every coffee lover. You’ll also find breakfast rolls, meal deals, and sweet treats.

Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm

Click and collect: Available through the Everyday app or in-house kiosk

Seating: Small indoor area available

Shop Solent
Located on the concourse near the Research Hub, Shop Solent is your convenient campus store for groceries, snacks, sandwiches, hot food, pastries and drinks.

You’ll also find stationery, cards, seasonal items and other everyday essentials, as well as Starbucks coffee.

Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm

Services: Cashback is also available

The Dock
Just a short walk from Shop Solent, The Dock is the University’s largest catering outlet, offering a wide selection of freshly prepared food throughout the day.

Choose from breakfast options, pizza, burgers, wraps, salads, hot dogs, ice cream and more. The spacious seating area is ideal for eating, meeting friends, having an informal meeting or relaxing between lectures. There’s also pool and table tennis available.

The Dock saver menu offers great value from £3.70

Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm

Seating: Large indoor seating area available with outside seating available throughout the warmer months

Click and collect: Available through the Everyday app or in-house kiosk

The Spark

East Park Deli
Located in The Spark, East Park Deli serves Starbucks drinks alongside a range of breakfast and lunch options, including paninis, sandwiches, cakes, salads and jacket potatoes.

The Deli Saver menu offers great-value options from £3.70.

Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm

Seating: Small indoor area available

Cashless catering - Everyday

Solent University uses a cashless system across all catering outlets, apart from Shop Solent.

Skip the queues and order ahead with the Everyday app.

The Everyday app allows you to:

  • Pre-order food and drinks
  • Use Scan & Go for quick purchases
  • Earn loyalty points
  • Access exclusive app-only discounts

Getting started

Download the Everyday app from the App Store or Google Play.

  1. Download the Everyday app.
  2. Sign up using your email address.
  3. Add your payment method.
  4. Choose ‘ASAP’ or schedule your collection.
  5. Collect your order from the express collection point.

Your receipts and loyalty points are automatically saved in the app.

Click and delivery

Short on time? Have your meal delivered to you on campus with Click and Deliver through the Everyday app.

Simply download the Everyday app to see the areas of campus where delivery is available.

Please note: Click and Deliver is only available in certain areas and at certain times. Check the Everyday app for the latest information.

Mystery diner scheme

Fancy helping us improve your catering experience?

We’re looking for students and staff to become mystery diners and give us honest feedback on our food, service and overall experience.

As a mystery diner, you’ll visit one of our catering outlets and provide feedback on your experience. Your feedback helps us understand what we’re doing well and where we can make improvements.

What’s in it for you?

In return for your feedback, we’ll offer you discounts on your food and drink.

Interested in getting involved?

Speak to a member of the Sodexo team to find out more and register your interest.

Allergen information

If you have a question about allergen information for any non-pre-packed food, please check the Everyday app or speak to a member of the catering team, who will be happy to help.

If you have a food allergy or intolerance, please speak to a member of the team before ordering.

Reusable cup scheme

Save 25p per drink by joining Solent’s reusable cup initiative.

Purchase a reusable cup token for £3.95 via the Everyday app and collect your cup from Shop Solent.

The reusable cup can be used at Costa Coffee, East Park Deli, and The Dock.

Find out more

Sustainability and accreditations

In partnership with Sodexo Education Ltd, Solent University is proud to uphold high standards in ethical and sustainable catering:

Good Egg award
All eggs are Lion Marked and free-range

Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)
Sustainable fish and seafood sourcing.

Red Tractor
British meat, poultry, and dairy with RSPCA welfare standards.

Rainforest Alliance
Responsibly sourced ingredients.

Stay updated: Follow Eat Solent on X for the latest offers, new products, and campus food events.

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