Pilot project Learning Lounge brings more flexible use of campus space
In the first pilot, the TUAS restaurant dining area is available for use after lunch on a self-service basis.
Restaurant Elissa is open in Undergraduate Centre
Café restaurant Elissa is located in Otakaari 1, U wing.
Café-Restaurant Elissa is open again in the U-Wing of Otakaari 1, on the 1st floor.
The restaurant is open from Monday to Thursday, 11:00 AM–1:00 PM.
Please note that Elissa will close for the summer starting June 13 and reopen in the fall.
Elissa serves as a lunch restaurant offering vegetarian soups and salads, along with a small selection of café items.
Soup of the Day prices:
Students: €2.65 / Staff: €6.70 / Regular: €8.20
(Includes soup, side salad, bread, and coffee.)
Lunch Salad of the Day prices:
Students: €2.95 / Staff: €7.15 / Regular: €9.80
(Includes salad bar with extras, protein, bread, and coffee.)
Elissa also features a Market 24/7 self-service fridge, available around the clock.
The self-service market offers drinks as well as a selection of sweet and savory snacks.
Instructions for purchasing items from the fridge can be found on-site.
Campus restaurants and cafés
For special hours, please check each restaurant's website.
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