Slot Canyon Cafe

1064 E Lowell St, Tucson, AZ 85719, United States
+1 520-626-1624
$$$ Cafe
(40 Reviews)
Price Range $1–10

Slot Canyon Cafe is a campus coffee spot tucked inside the ENR2 building at the University of Arizona, serving as a quiet midpoint for students and faculty alike. It’s less about bustling café culture and more about providing a steady, uncomplicated space to focus. The seating is roomy and well-kept, with bright lighting and an open layout that stays accessible even after the cafe closes, making it a practical choice for extended study sessions.

Coffee here leans toward straightforward and solid — plenty of students seem to appreciate the reliable black coffee — while the food menu is limited but features some distinct options compared to other campus venues. Items like a turkey pesto sandwich stand out for being generously portioned, although some offerings sell out as the day progresses. Prices are generally lower than you might expect on campus, appealing to a student budget.

Being inside ENR2 means the cafe benefits from a calm atmosphere and a view of indoor plants, which softens the study environment without distractions. The university WiFi is strong, which is a bonus for those tethered to their laptops. Accessibility also scores points: with a parking garage nearby, it’s easy to drop in between classes or meetings.

This spot suits anyone looking for a dedicated study corner with decent coffee and a minimal menu that’s more about convenience than variety. Mornings and early afternoons during the semester are a good window before popular items run out and the weekday buzz settles in. If you’re after a quiet place on campus with reliable basics and a no-fuss vibe, Slot Canyon Cafe fits the bill well.

Highlights
Great coffee
Great tea selection
Popular for
Breakfast
Solo dining
Good for working on laptop
What they serve
Coffee
Quick bite
Best for
Breakfast
Lunch
Seating
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

07:30 AM - 03:00 PM

Tuesday

07:30 AM - 03:00 PM

Wednesday

07:30 AM - 03:00 PM

Thursday

07:30 AM - 04:00 PM

Friday

07:30 AM - 02:00 PM

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

40 Reviews
Enfa Fane

17 Dec 2025

A great spot on campus to both catch up with friends as well as study. Being inside ENR2 gives the whole area a serene, relaxing vibe. There is ample seating area, all maintained very well and clean. The university WiFi has strong signal inside the cafe as well, so no interruption to work at all. Limited options on menu but all are reasonably priced (compared to other places on campus). Service was excellent, the sandwich was very tasty. Definitely a spot I’ll frequent the rest of my time at UofA.

Missy Mercurial

09 Dec 2025

Probably one of the better study areas/cafes on campus. The food selection is different than most of the venues, which is reason enough to visit, but they sometimes run out before the end of the day. Seating is ample and comfortable. Lighting is bright, and the room itself is open even after the cafe closes, which is a bonus. It's also very close to a parking garage, which is an advantage since that garage is where the off-campus housing buses drop off/pick up.

Helyann Carr

02 Dec 2025

Closed for winter closure, will open again for the spring semester

Veronica

18 Nov 2025

The black coffee was good, turkey pesto sandwich was great and very loaded

Ufhfj Vjufyddh

06 Nov 2025

Great place to study with a view of plants, coffee is fairly cheap and there are very good (but expensive) pastry and sandwich. Also sells preprepared student union sushi and some of the preprepared stuff from the on campus markets (these studrnt union sandwiches in the open fridge are gross. The display ones behind the glass are good).

Anna S

19 Sep 2025

Awesome lattes and friendly staff. Prices are much cheaper than compared to other coffee places avalible around campus. Place is small but its a cozy environment if you can grab a place to sit. They have outlets so you can do some work or reading here. They have a option of tables or a couch seating.

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