One World Cafe
100 West University Parkway
Phone: 410-235-5777
Price: $5-$15
Location: Across the street from the Homewood field.
Hours: Mon.-Sun.: 8 a.m.-10:30 p.m.
Sun.: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.The One World Cafe is a small restaurant and coffee shop located at 100 West University Parkway right next to the Inn at the Colonnade and across the street from Homewood Field. The ambiance is very nice. As per the "preferred dining experience," the lights are dimmed to provide a more intimate setting. Also contributing to the intimate setting is the fact that the dining area is small so that you never feel isolated, yet not so much so that it feels cramped.
The interior of the restaurant is very nice, with much attention to detail. The furniture complements the tiles on the floor and the light fixtures complement the furniture. Even the plates and the felt on the pool table match the colors of the walls. Inside, the place is divided into two sections. One side contains a bar, couches, and small tables at which you can enjoy coffee and desserts. The other half is the general dining area. The One World Cafe has a unique character to it that you will not find in any other cafe or restaurant.
Also worthy of mention is the pool table at the rear of the dining area that comes complete with a wide selection of quality cues. Overhead lamps provide proper illumination for the table while not compromising the intimate atmosphere. The result is one of the most memorable pool shooting experiences you will ever have at an eating establishment. Indeed, I can say that when I was there, it was some of the finest billiards I've very played.
The One World Cafe menu caters primarily to a vegetarian and vegan crowd. They offer a multitude of courses featuring tofu, eggplant and other such non-meat products as the primary ingredient. Of course, not everything is vegetarian; but don't go here if you're craving meat. For those less versed in vegetarian cuisine, on the back of the menu is an extensive glossary explaining the ingredients of their specialized cuisines. Vegetarians cannot go wrong by choosing the One World Cafe, but I would only recommend it to the more adventurous of meat eaters.
The One World CafZ is open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Breakfast items average $5 each. Lunch will cost you around $8. Also for the same price, you can get one of their several salad meals. Dinner entrees average $13 and include a very organic salad. The food itself is very good and comes in decently sized portions. It is also well known for its desserts. Every day, they offer a different selection of various cakes and tarts, which they display proudly in a glass cabinet near the entrance. For the most part, the waiters and waitresses were very courteous, however service could have been more prompt. In conclusion, the ambiance of One World Cafe is a pleasant departure from the archetypal restaurants and coffee shops. Its location conveniently places it within easy walking distance from the Homewood campus. They offer an unparalleled selection of vegetarian and vegan cuisine. Don't forget to leave room for dessert!
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