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Nucleus Café

ICG East Building, The University of Edinburgh, Western General, Crewe Road South, Edinburgh, EH42XU

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  • The café is located on the first floor of the ICG East Building, to the left as you exit the lift.
  • View information on ICG East Building (opens new tab) .
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access, a lift and shiny flooring.
  • There is step-free level access into the café.

Eating and Drinking

  • Location and Access View
    • The most accessible route has step-free level access and a lift.
    • There is step-free level access into this area.
  • Service View
    • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
    • Full table service is available on request only.
    • Menus are wall-mounted and displayed on the counter.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
    • The following are available: drinking straws and takeaway cups.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Order and Payment View
    • The service counter was surveyed.
    • The counter is located on the right side of the café.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 76cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds and glazed screens.
  • Seating Area View
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
    • Some flooring is shiny.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests, armchairs, sofas, benches and high stools.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables, coffee tables and high tables.
    • Some chairs are fixed.
    • The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the time of day.
    • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.