Lantern Cafe at UC Merced

The Lantern Café is UC Merced’s premier location for quality coffees, espresso, and hot or cold tea beverages. The café also serves as a popular breakfast and lunch destination with offerings such as wraps, gourmet sandwiches, fresh salads, hot soups, and a daily featured hot meal offering made for you by the Dining Services Executive Chef’s culinary team. The café also partners with local bakeries for the best quality baked goods as well! In addition, the Lantern Café is proudly boasted as the primary dining location for gluten-free products, as well as eco-friendly practices and construction!