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1856 - Culinary Residence: A Unique Dining Experience

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Experience innovative cuisine at Auburn University's 1856 - Culinary Residence, a unique teaching restaurant with a rotating Chef in Residence.

Located in Auburn University's Tony & Libba Rane Culinary Science Center, 1856 - Culinary Residence is an upscale teaching restaurant offering a unique, ever-changing culinary experience. Students prepare and serve innovative dishes under the guidance of visiting chefs, making it a must-visit for food enthusiasts [3, 7].

A brief summary to 1856 - Culinary Residence

  • Tuesday 11 am-2 pm
  • Wednesday 11 am-2 pm
  • Thursday 11 am-2 pm
  • Friday 11 am-2 pm
  • Saturday 11 am-2 pm

Local tips

  • Make reservations well in advance, as seating is limited and the restaurant is popular [3].
  • Take advantage of the complimentary valet parking at The Laurel Hotel and Spa [4, 8].
  • Inform the restaurant of any dietary restrictions or allergies when making your reservation [4, 8].
  • Consider staying at The Laurel Hotel & Spa for a luxurious and convenient experience [5, 12].
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Getting There

  • Walking

    From the heart of Auburn University's campus, such as Samford Hall, 1856 - Culinary Residence is easily accessible on foot. Head south on College Street. The Tony & Libba Rane Culinary Science Center will be on your left, a short walk from the main campus area. No costs involved.

  • Public Transport

    The Auburn University campus and downtown Auburn are served by Tiger Transit. Check the Tiger Transit website or app for the most up-to-date routes and schedules. From any of the bus stops on campus or downtown, disembark at a stop along College Street near the Rane Culinary Science Center. A single ride is free for students and visitors [N/A].

  • Taxi/Ride-share

    From anywhere in Auburn, a taxi or ride-share service (Uber/Lyft) can provide a direct route to 1856 - Culinary Residence. Simply provide the address, 205 S College St, Auburn, AL 36830. The typical cost from downtown Auburn or the Auburn University Regional Airport (AUO) ranges from $10-20 [N/A].

  • Parking

    If driving, complimentary valet parking is available at The Laurel Hotel and Spa, located in the same building as 1856 - Culinary Residence [4, 8]. Alternatively, metered street parking is available on College Street and surrounding areas, costing $1 per hour [14]. The City of Auburn Wright St. Parking Deck is another option, with parking costing $1 per hour up to 6 hours, and $15 per day [14].

Discover more about 1856 - Culinary Residence

1856 - Culinary Residence, named after the founding year of Auburn University, is an elegant teaching restaurant located on the first floor of the Tony & Libba Rane Culinary Science Center [3, 6]. This unique establishment provides students in the Horst Schulze School of Hospitality Management with hands-on experience, as they work under the guidance of nationally acclaimed chefs to prepare and serve both à la carte lunch menus and prix fixe tasting menus for dinner [3, 5].Each year, a new Chef in Residence arrives to create a unique restaurant concept, ensuring a one-of-a-kind, ever-evolving culinary experience for both students and guests [3, 5]. The open kitchen allows diners to observe the culinary team in action, while the two-story wine room, stocked with bottles from around the world, provides a stunning backdrop [3, 5]. The restaurant also features a rooftop garden, where produce and herbs are grown for use in the dishes [9, 16].1856 is considered to be the first teaching restaurant in the world to offer a tasting menu [3, 5]. It provides an unparalleled immersion in hands-on learning for students, with junior-level students handling lunch service and senior-level students executing dinner service [5, 7]. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner Tuesday through Saturday, but reservations are required [3]. Valet parking is available at The Laurel Hotel and Spa for guests [4, 8]. Note that 1856 does not admit children under the age of 12 [4, 8].

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