A mix of American cheese and Havarti cheese. Havarti is a creamy, semi-soft cheese developed first in Denmark by Hanne Nielsen.
$5.99
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Homemade Macaroni and Cheese
Homemade, special classic recipe.
$5.99
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Library Vegetarian Melt
Sauteed veggies, Cabra Blanca cheese and hummus from Des Moines' own The Grateful Chef on Texas Toast.
$6.99
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Tenderloin Sandwich
Hand breaded pork tenderloin from Melcher, IA. Topped with lettuce, tomato, pickle, onion and served on a fresh bun.
$6.99
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Chicken Strip Basket
Three chicken strips served on top of Texas toast and served with fries.
$6.99
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Pulled Chicken Sandwich
Slow roasted whole chicken. Hand pulled and seasoned, piled on top of a fresh hoagie bun with Havarti cheese, lettuce, tomato, and mayo.
$7.99
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Corned Beef on Rye
Our seasoned and slow cooked corned beef piled high with stoned ground mustard on rye bread.
$7.99
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Meatloaf Sandwich
Our house grind hamburger mixed with potato, carrots, celery and onion topped with our homemade meatloaf sauce.
$7.99
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Reuben
Our slow roasted corned beef topped with sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and 1000 Island dressing.
$7.99
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Sausage Sandwich
Our traditional house made Sicilian mild sausage link butterflied and grilled. Topped with caramelized onions, roasted red peppers, homemade marinara and mozzarella cheese served on a fresh hoagie.
$7.99
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Turkey Sandwich
Turkey breast, slow cooked in a seasoned broth sliced and placed on a fresh hoagie bun with bacon, Havarti cheese, lettuce, tomato and mayo.
$7.99
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The Breakfast Club
Ham, turkey, bacon, salsa and egg on Texas Toast.
$7.99
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French Dip
Our freshly sliced roast beef topped with mozzarella then oven toasted and served with au jus.
Our third pound specially mixed fresh ground beef patty topped with cheese on a fresh baked bun. Served with one side.
$6.99
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Library Burger
Our Cheeseburger topped with lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions and mayo.
$6.99
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Chili Cheeseburger
Our Cheeseburger topped with our homemade chili and cheese.
$7.99
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Bacon Cheeseburger
Our Cheeseburger topped with bacon.
$8.99
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Bookworm Burger
Patty topped with American cheese, bacon, mac & cheese, lettuce and tomato.
$8.99
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Cheese Shop Cheeseburger
Our third pound specially mixed fresh ground beef patty topped with "The Cheese Shop" cheese on a fresh baked bun.
$8.99
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Jalapeno Havarti Burger
Our third pound specially mixed fresh ground beef patty topped with jalapenos & Havarti cheese on a fresh baked bun.
$8.99
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Peanut Butter Bacon Burger
Third pound patty topped with peanut butter and thick cut bacon served on a bun.
$8.99
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Double Cheeseburger
Two of our third pound, specially mixed, fresh ground beef patties topped with cheese on a fresh baked bun.
$9.99
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About University Library Cafe
University Library Cafe offers Sides, Build Your Breakfast & Beverages across 71 menu items, with prices from $1.99 to $9.99. Browse the full University Library Cafe menu with current prices — budget picks like the $1.99 Cottage Cheese — updated September 2026. Rated 4.0/5 by diners.
University Library Cafe Menu: Frequently Asked Questions
Common
questions about the menu, pricing, and dining options.
What is on the University Library Cafe menu?
University Library Cafe offers 71 menu items across coffee and other categories. Browse the full menu above to see everything available, including portion sizes and category breakdowns.
How much does University Library Cafe food cost?
Menu prices at University Library Cafe range from $1.99 for the most affordable options up to $9.99 for premium items. The full price breakdown is shown in the menu table above. Looking for the cheapest options? Visit the University Library Cafe cheapest items guide.
What are the cheapest items at University Library Cafe?
For the lowest-cost meal options at University Library Cafe, visit the dedicated University Library Cafe cheapest menu items guide — every item sorted from the lowest to highest price so you can quickly find budget-friendly food starting at just $1.99.
