Intermezzo Daily Lunch Specials
Intermezzo cafe is now open to University of Illinois students, faculty, and staff for both dine-in and to-go orders, Monday through Friday from 8am to 3pm. In keeping with COVID-19 protocol, dining tables are distanced, and careful cleaning procedures are in place.
Krannert Center building entry is limited to those who are in compliance with university COVID-19 testing requirements. The Safer Illinois app is the recommended method for proving compliance. For more information, visit covid19.illinois.edu.
A limited number of single-seat study stations are available in the Lobby, including in the Intermezzo area, where individuals can study, work, take remote classes, etc. Priority for use of these stations is given to dance, music, and theatre students. Eating and drinking is currently not permitted at these study stations.
For the most up-to-date specials, please sign up for our daily Intermezzo lunch emails (our specials sometimes change at the last minute due to circumstances beyond our control). See the full Intermezzo menu for our standard lunch options.
Monday
Three-Cheese Grilled Cheese Sandwich $7.25
mild cheddar, american, and provolone cheese grilled on our hearty Tuscan bread served with a bowl of red pepper gouda soup
Bosco Sticks $4.00
three mozzarella-filled, toasted breadsticks served with marinara sauce
The Classic BLT $7.25
grilled bacon, lettuce, sliced tomatoes, and mayonnaise served on your choice of a toasted, six-inch whole wheat sub roll or hearty Tuscan bread with a side dish of choice
Soup of the Day: Red Pepper Gouda
Tuesday
Charlie Melt $7.25
our house recipe tuna salad topped with cheddar and tomato on a toasted all-butter croissant served with a side dish of choice
Smoked Turkey Club $7.25
a quarter pound of smoked turkey breast with three slices of hickory-smoked bacon, provolone cheese, guacamole, lettuce, and tomato served on your choice of bread with a side dish of choice
Veggie Enchilada $7.50
a flour tortilla stuffed with red beans, rice, peppers, and onions, topped with mexican cheese sauce, lettuce, and tomato served with salsa, sour cream, and a side dish of choice
Soup of the Day: Cream of Broccoli and Cheese
Wednesday
Classic Cuban $7.50
mojo marinated roast pork, sliced pit ham, provolone cheese, pickle, and mustard served on a toasted French roll with a side dish of choice
Greek Salmon Burger $7.50
a quarter-pound salmon patty served on a brioche-style bun with mixed greens, tzatziki sauce, and sliced onions and a side dish of choice
Soup of the Day: Red Pepper Gouda
Thursday
The Classic BLT $7.25
a combination of grilled bacon, fresh lettuce, sliced tomatoes, and mayonnaise served on your choice of a toasted, six-inch whole wheat sub roll or hearty Tuscan bread with a side dish of choice
Grilled Cheese Sandwich and Tomato Soup $6.50
a large grilled cheese sandwich and a bowl of tomato florentine soup served with a treat
Soup of the Day: Chicken Noodle
Friday
Beer-Battered Fish Wrap $7.25
a quarter pound of beer-battered cod nuggets wrapped in a flour tortilla with lettuce, tomato, diced onions, cheddar cheese, and tartar sauce served with a side dish of choice
Malibu Veggie Burger $7.25
a veggie burger served on a bun with lettuce, tomato, pickle, and onions with a side dish of choice
Monster Baked Potato $6.00
a one-pound or larger baked potato stuffed with cheddar cheese, bacon bits, butter, and sour cream topped with sliced green onions
Soup of the Day: Portobella Mushroom Brie