The University of Iowa

Stanley Café & Bar / Concessions

The Stanley Café (Photo: Justin Torner)

The Stanley Café during a Culinary Arts Experience. (Photo: Justin Torner)

 

University Catering operates the Stanley Café and bar (second floor) and concessions (first and third floors). Visa, Discover, MasterCard, American Express, Google Pay, and Apple Pay may be used for purchasing food, snacks, and beverages; cash is not accepted.

THE MENUS

PREORDER FOOD

 

Hours and Services

For 2023–2024 Performances in Hancher Auditorium / Over 1200 Ticket-Holders / Auditorium Seating

  • The building's exterior entrances open 90 minutes before showtime.
  • Stanley Café and bar open 90 minutes before showtime.
  • First-floor concessions opens one hour before showtime.
  • Entrées available only via preorder.
  • Desserts and snacks may be preordered.
  • Beverages, desserts, and snacks may be ordered and purchased on-site.
  • Café and concession services are paused after the performance begins.
  • During the intermission, beverages and snacks are offered again.

For 2023–2024 Performances in Hancher Auditorium / Under 1200 Ticket-Holders / Auditorium or Onstage Seating

  • The building's exterior entrances open 90 minutes before showtime.
  • First-floor concessions opens 90 minutes before showtime.
  • Cheese board available only via preorder.
  • Snacks may be preordered.
  • Beverages and snacks may be ordered and purchased on-site.
  • Concessions closes after the show starts.
  • Stanley Café and bar are closed.

For 2023–2024 Performances in Strauss Hall

  • The building's exterior entrances open 90 minutes before showtime.
  • Strauss Hall or Club Hancher opens one hour before showtime.
  • Preorder food and snacks to enjoy before the show.
  • At the performer's discretion, beverage service may or may not continue during their performance.
  • Stanley Café and bar are closed.

For University Symphony Orchestra Concerts / Nolte Academy Recitals

  • First-floor concessions opens one hour before showtime.
  • Concessions is open during intermission, but closes after intermission.
  • When there is no intermission, concessions closes after the show starts.
  • Stanley Café is open for seating but not for serving during University Symphony Orchestra concerts.