Calman Café Durham University in Durham
About
Calman Café at Durham University offers a convenient spot for students looking to grab a quick breakfast, brunch, or lunch in a casual atmosphere. Serving a variety of coffee and delightful desserts, it's a popular gathering spot for friends and perfect for solo diners needing a break from studying. Although prices might be a bit steep compared to other local cafes, the diverse menu makes it a preferable choice over the library café options. While some past experiences with staff highlight room for improvement, it's an easy-going place to recharge within the bustling student hub of Durham.
Meals
Breakfast, Branch, Lunch
Services
Dine-in
Offering
Serving desserts, Serving coffee
Payment
Payment by credit card, Payment by debit card, NFC payment
Atmosphere
Casual
Best for
Meet up with friends, Solo dining
- Breakfast
- Branch
- Lunch
- Delivery
- Dine-in
- Serving desserts
- Serving coffee
- Payment by credit card
- Payment by debit card
- NFC payment
- Casual
- Meet up with friends
- Solo dining
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Wheelchair accessible toilet
- Quick service
- Toilet
- Popular with students
How to get here?
The nearest public transport options for your convenience.
Reviews and Ratings
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There’s no other coffee or other shops around so it’s like the only choice

- Food: 3
- Atmosphere: 3
Expensive coffee but has more option than the one inside the library and less queue

Alright, prices are way too steep compared to other cafes across Durham though
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