Program Overview

Introduction to Taylor's Restaurant

Taylor's Restaurant is a full-service operation run by students, providing an interactive food experience with a new cuisine featured each week. The restaurant is open from 11 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., Tuesday through Friday, during the fall and spring semesters.

Menu and Pricing

• The lunch price is $16.95, with desserts available for an additional $3.25.
• Menu items are subject to change and may include a variety of international cuisines, such as Spanish, Chinese, German, Italian, Greek, French, and Latin American.
• Examples of menu items include:
  • Hot cereal and oatmeal bar
  • Salads, such as spinach, mixed greens, and fruit salad
  • Main dishes, such as French toast casserole, biscuits and gravy, and eggs Benedict
  • Accompaniments, such as smoked salmon display and jalapeno cheddar cornbread
  • Interactive stations, such as paella and beef bourguignon

Operational Details

• Reservations are strongly recommended and can be made through the website or by phone.
• Walk-ins are limited and based on daily reservations.
• Metered parking is available adjacent to the restaurant.
• Taylor's Restaurant is located in the Nancy Randolph Davis Building.

Academic Connection

• The restaurant is operated by the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, which has been preparing students to become global hospitality leaders since 1937.
• The educational philosophy of the school is based on academic excellence reinforced through experiential learning, with Taylor's operation serving as a practical lab class for the Restaurant Operations course.

Meal Plans and Accessibility

• OSU students can use their meal plans at Taylor's Restaurant.
• The restaurant is part of the Stillwater campus and can be accessed using campus maps and parking facilities.

Institutional Accreditation

• The Spears School of Business, which houses the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, is an AACSB accredited institution.