Payment is possible via app or guest card. Cash payment is not possible. We therefore recommend that you download app before visiting the canteen:
The app can be used anonymously. To do this, select "zur Anmeldung” and “Neues Konto erstellen” in the app. You do not need to enter any further details. To use the app, you have to add credit first. You will find machines at the Mensaria/Zentralmensa, Mensa Bambus and in the Central Library where you can scan a QR code and deposit cash (bills only) and top up the corresponding amount. You can withdraw any remaining credit from the same machines. Further information can be found here:
You can also eat in the KHG Mainz canteen. Payment in cash is possible there. You can view the menu here (in German):
An alternative to the facilities run by the Studierendenwerk are the following restaurants and bakeries on campus, where you can pay with cash or card.