The Underground

The Underground

Great coffee. Great eats. Plus a stage.

Located on the lower level of the Yale Schwarzman Center, The Underground is a signature space for casual dining and entertainment – a contemporary, open design that makes for easy gathering and happy collision with friends and new faces. On the menu: delicious fare with a flair and a stage showcasing stand-up, spoken word, sports broadcasts, and other performances and programs

Changes in Service

  • Elm is closed at this time. Please check back for updates.

Standard Service Hours

  • Open Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
  • Closed Saturday-Sunday

Dining in The Underground

  • Elm & Ivy are two dining options located in The Underground.
  • Elm is now open Monday–Friday, 8am to 5pm, and offers a variety of selections highlighting global flavors.
  • Eli Bucks, dining points, and credit card accepted

On the Menu

  • Coffee & Tea: Our signature coffee is freshly roasted right at Elm! Plus, enjoy espresso beverages, regional & seasonal specials, assorted teas and more.
  • Pastries & Desserts: Delicious pastries from local New Haven’s own Sanctuary Kitchen and Havenly await. Don't miss our signature Olive Oil Chocolate Chunk cookie!
  • Gelato: When you need a little something sweet – choose a cup or waffle cone with a few scoops of your favorite flavor with your choice of toppings.
  • Sandwiches: Our selection of delectable sandwiches are served with mixed baby greens, starting at 11am! Soups and composed side salads also available.
  • Sushi, Snacks & More: Freshly made sushi, a wide array of snack and beverages are available in the cooler for convenient grab and go.
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    The Underground. Photo by Francis Dzikowski.
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  • Bistro Lunchtime
    Artist's rendering of The Underground at lunchtime.
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    The Underground. Photo by Francis Dzikowski.
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  • Closeup of an inglenook in the Underground, complete with working fireplace
    A fireplace in one of four inglenooks in The Underground is tested prior to furniture move-in. Photo by Susan Warner-Lambert.
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  • Bistro performance
    Artist's rendering of a student performance at The Underground.
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    The Underground. Photo by Francis Dzikowski.
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    Elm, one of two dining options available in The Underground. Photo by Francis Dzikowski.
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  • Bistro Lecture
    Artist's rendering of a lecture in The Underground. Image includes photo from Yale Climate Connections. https://yaleclimateconnections.org/2019/09/how-research-labs-can-become-more-sustainable/
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  • Bistro Concert
    Artist's rendering of a concert at The Underground.
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Cross section of Yale Schwarzman Center with The Underground highlighted in orange
Cross section of Yale Schwarzman Center with The Underground highlighted in orange
Featured image (left): Artist's rendering of The Underground at lunchtime.
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