A collection of short phrase cards from Komaba Shokudo

Q:

If I don't buy anything at the cafeteria and just eat the lunch I brought with me, can I still use the cafeteria?

A:

In the dining hall, priority is generally given to those using the dining hall menu. In particular, during the busiest hours between 12 and 1pm, even those who have purchased a dining hall menu are asked to share the space, so we ask that those who only bring their own food or are not eating in refrain from using the space. If you would like, we would be grateful if you could purchase at least one dish in the dining hall. (The cheapest menu item is miso soup (priced at 44 yen)

Additionally, from mid-May, the hall on the second floor of the cafeteria will be open to the public from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM on weekdays after the cafeteria closes. Please feel free to use this area for eating and drinking, studying, chatting, etc

Q:

The self-service bar is delicious, but if you order a moderate amount of eggplant and potato salad, the price will be nearly 300 yen, far exceeding the price of the fish. I wonder if the weight of the plate is included? It's a little too expensive, so I can't buy it often

A:

Regarding the operation of the self-service bar: - The weight of the plates is deducted when weighing, and is not included in the price. - The price per gram is a standard price at the University of Tokyo Co-op.
Potato salad and eggplant are relatively heavy items, so if you like, we recommend combining them with lighter items such as shredded cabbage to enjoy a larger portion at a lower price.