Albert’s Den, a two-story lounge for M.D. students and Ph.D. students at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, offers ample space to read, relax or study. Equipped with café seating, reading nooks, billiard and foosball tables, and lockers for students and trainees to store belongings, the lounge provides a restorative environment to study solo, collaborate with others on small group projects, or simply hang out with friends. Students can also choose from various snacks and prepared foods at the Einstein Student Café and have options to store and prepare their own meals at Einstein Kitchen with amenities that include a community refrigerator, microwave, and air-fryer. Albert’s Den is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The lounge is located in the Leo Forchheimer Medical Science Building at 1845 Eastchester Road.

A standing student greets a seated student, smiling and relaxing in a lounge chair below a screen with the message, “Chillin’ in Albert’s Den.”
M.D./Ph.D. students Blake Ebert (Class of 2027) and Kemi Akinnola (Class of 2026) enjoy a moment in Albert’s Den.
Two students in casual wear smile in a sunny courtyard. They are surrounded by other students relaxing and talking.
M.D./Ph.D. students Blake Ebert and Kemi Akinnola share a laugh in the Forchheimer central courtyard outside Albert’s Den.
Three students, seated in a semicircle and working on computers, share a booth in the upper level of Albert’s Den.
Students study in one of the booths, which provide thoughtful cafe-style seating and are designated as quiet spaces, in the upper level of Albert’s Den.
Smiling students and office of student life staff sit on a couch in Albert’s Den surrounded by plants and natural light.
Peter Ch'en (Class of 2025), director of student life Mohanlall T. Teloki, Emmanuel Mbamalu (Class of 2025), and student life coordinator Kelli-Ann Francis enjoy Albert's Den.
Three students with laptops and notebooks dressed in blue and grey Einstein Med sweatshirts gather around a table in Albert’s Den.
Albert’s Den is where Einstein’s community comes together. Raena Greenbaum (standing, Class of 2027) and Ariella Simoni (seated, Class of 2027) study with another student in the lounge.
A student in an Einstein Med sweatshirt holds a red paddle and prepares to return a serve at the ping pong table in Albert’s Den.
Ariella Simoni (Class of 2027) enjoys a game of ping pong in Albert’s Den. Also equipped with billiards and foosball, the den is a great spot to take a break.
A student in an Einstein Med sweatshirt holds a cue stick and takes a break from a billiards game to talk to another student.
Einstein students know the formula for success includes taking time to recharge with a friendly game of billiards in Albert’s Den.
A student in a grey Einstein Med sweatshirt seated on an orange couch works on a laptop with plants in the background.
Ariella Simoni (Class of 2027) enjoys a restorative moment in the lower level of Albert’s Den.
Three staff from Einstein’s office of student life stand smiling with hands crossed in front of a neon sign that says Albert’s Den.
Student life coordinator Kelli-Ann Francis, student life director Mohanlall T. Teloki, and assistant Monica Alexander welcome students to Albert’s Den.
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Einstein Kitchen, Student Café, and Grocery Shuttle

Einstein Kitchen is an on-campus food pantry adjacent to Albert’s Den that provides M.D. students, Ph.D. students, postdoctoral fellows, and their families with easy access to essential groceries 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Simply scan your Einstein ID card at the entrance to gain access to the kitchen, fill out the QR code survey, and browse our well-stocked selection of food items, which accommodate various dietary preferences. We kindly request you to be mindful of others and only take what you need. All visitors to Einstein Kitchen are asked to complete a quick visit form to help us track our inventory, restock food items, and better meet the needs of our community. 

Einstein Student Café provides a welcoming environment for students seeking a nourishing break in lower level of the Max and Sadie Friedman Lounge, next to Einstein Kitchen. Open from Monday to Thursday, 3:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., our menu features a thoughtfully curated selection healthy snacks and hot meals to provide the sustenance you need to stay focused and energized. Whether you’re preparing for exams or have a group study session, the Einstein Student Café is here to enhance your academic experience. We invite you to visit and enjoy a refreshing pause in your studies.

Einstein also operates a grocery shuttle service for students who wish to purchase food from local grocery stores. The Einstein Grocery Shuttle takes riders from 1925-35 Eastchester Road to Bay Plaza and Trader Joe’s with ease. You’re able to reserve a row (two seats) on the shuttle, giving you plenty of space for your groceries and purchases. The shuttle runs every other Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  

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Additional Study Rooms and Lounge Spaces

Einstein’s campus is equipped with additional quiet areas for focused study and collaborative spaces where students can engage in group work. The D. Samuel Gottesman Library is a central hub for academic activity, offering ample seating, private study rooms, and access to a wide range of resources, making it an ideal spot for students who prefer a quiet space to concentrate on their studies. Librarians are available to answer any questions students may have. Students can also reserve rooms in the Michael F. Price Center for Genetic and Translational Medicine and the Belfer Building to ensure that those who need to work in complete silence can do so without interruption. For those who prefer a more social environment, several common areas are accessible on each floor of the Price Center.

 

Study Room Reservations

View available study rooms on campus and reserve time using your Einstein email address.

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