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Welcome to Taylor’s

Here to serve all of OSU
Enjoy our interactive food action stations run by students for $16.95. Open from 11 a.m.-1:15 p.m. Tuesday through Friday during the fall and spring semesters and located in the Nancy Randolph Davis Building. The teaching restaurant provides students, faculty, staff and OSU guests an option for lunch not found elsewhere on campus. Each week’s menu highlights a new cuisine.

Eat lunch from across the globe

Taylor’s is a full-service operation with students serving patrons at the table while maintaining the interactive buffet stations for a more personalized service.
  • Menu items are subject to change based on availability.
  • Cash is not accepted. Only credit card and Student Meal Plan.
  • Walk-ins are limited and based on daily reservations. Reservations strongly recommended.
  • Metered Parking is available adjacent to Taylor's on Athletic Ave. Please see map.
  • Option for To-Go orders received at Taylor's host desk.

Spring Menu

  • Spring Schedule

    Jan. 13: Taylor's closed (first week of classes)

    Jan. 20: Welcome Back Brunch Week
    Jan. 27 Cuisine of Spain

    Feb. 3: Cuisine of China & Southeast Asia
    Feb. 10: Taylor's closed (Chef Event)

    Feb. 17: Cuisine of Germany (Oktoberfest)

    Feb. 24: Cuisine of North Italy

    March 3: Cuisine of South Italy

    March 10: Cuisine of Greece & the Middle East

    March 17: Taylor's closed (Spring Break)
    March 24: Cuisine of France

    March 31: Cuisine of Latin America
    April 7: Don's BBQ

    April 14: Cuban Cuisine

    April 21: Taylor's closed (Chef Event)

    April 28: Farewell Brunch Week

    May 5: Taylor's closed (Finals Week)

  • Welcome Back Brunch (Jan. 20-23)

    HOT CEREAL

    Oatmeal Bar and more (V)

    SALADS

    Spinach Salad (Veg)

    Mixed Greens (Veg)

    Fresh Fruit Salad (Veg)

    Hot Bacon Dressing

    Housemade Vinaigrette (Veg)

    Ranch Dressing (V)

    MAIN DISHES

    French toast Casserole (V)

    Biscuits and Gravy (V)

    Eggs Benedict

    Potatoes O’Brien (V)

    Bacon and Sausage

    Roasted Vegetable (Veg)

    ACCOMPANIMENT

    Smoked Salmon Display with sides

    INTERACTIVE STATION

    Jalapeno, Cheddar Cornbread & Butter

    DESSERTS - $3.25

    *not included in luncheon price*

    Double Chocolate Torte with a Strawberry Glaze (V)

    Dreamsicle Ice Cream (V)

    Blueberry Crumb Cake (V)

    (V) = vegetarian

    (Veg) = vegan

  • Cuisine of Spain (Jan. 27-30)

    SOUP

    Gazpacho

    SALADS

    Field Greens with Garlic Aioli (V)

    Lemon Vinaigrette (V)

    Panzanella (Bread Salad with Fresh Vegetables) (V)
    Manchego, Garlic & Almond (V)

    Sherry Vinaigrette (V)

    Garlic Aioli

    Ranch Dressing

    MAIN DISHES

    Olive and Lemon Chicken

    Grilled Vegetables with Romanseco Sauce (V)

    Spanish Meatballs

    Patatas Bravas (Fiery fried potatoes) (V)

    ACCOMPANIMENT

    Serrano Ham, Chorizo and Manchego Flatbread

    INTERACTIVE STATION

    Paella

    DESSERTS - $3.25

    *not included in luncheon price*

    Spanish Flan

    Double Chocolate Torte with a Strawberry Glaze (V)

    Spiced Berry Sorbet (V)

    (V) = vegetarian

    (Veg) = vegan

  • Cuisine of China & Southeast Asia (Feb. 3-6)

    SOUP

    Egg Drop Soup

    SALADS

    Rainbow Sesame Slaw (V)

    Asian Pasta (Veg)

    Mandarin Almond Salad (Veg)

    Fresh Greens (Veg)

    House Vinaigrette (V)

    Sesame Garlic Vinaigrette (V)

    Sriracha Dressing

    MAIN DISHES

    Honey Plum Chicken

    Braised Baby Bok Choy

    Beef and Peppers

    Classic Steamed Ri (Veg)

    Roasted Broccoli (Veg)

    ACCOMPANIMENT

    Tea Egg with Quick Pickle Relish and Fried Wonton (V)

    INTERACTIVE STATION

    Cantonese Fried Noodles

    DESSERTS - $3.25

    *not included in luncheon price*

    Creamy Rice Pudding

    Double Chocolate Torte with Strawberry Glaze (V)

    Vanilla Chai Ice Cream

    (V) = vegetarian

    (Veg) = vegan

  • Cuisine of Germany (Feb. 17-20)

    SOUP

    Spinach and Mushroom with Noodles

    SALADS

    German Cucumber Salad (V)

    Green Tomato Salad (Veg)

    Mixed Greens (Veg)

    Ranch Dressing (V)

    Brown Mustard Vinaigrette (Veg)
    Creamy Yogurt Dressing (V)

    MAIN DISHES

    Chicken Schnitzel with Mushroom Sauce

    Spaetzle

    German Potato Salad

    Braised Red Cabbage (V)

    Viennese Style Peas

    ACCOMPANIMENT

    Garlic Deviled Eggs (V)

    INTERACTIVE STATION

    Sausage Brats with Currywurst Sauce

    DESSERTS - $3.25

    *not included in luncheon price*

    Double Chocolate Torte Cake with a Strawberry Glaze (V)

    German Crumb Cake (V)

    Raspberry Ice Cream (V)

    (V) = vegetarian

    (Veg) = vegan

  • Cuisine of Northern Italy (Feb. 24-27)

    SOUP
    Spicy Italian Soup

    SALADS
    Caprese Salad (Veg)
    Farro and Cranberry Salad (Veg)

    Insalata Tri-Colored Salad (V) (Radicchio & Butter Lettuce with Lemon Vinaigrette)

    Fresh Greens (Veg)
    Sweet Italian Vinaigrette (V)
    Ranch Dressing (V)

    Creamy Oregano Vinaigrette

    MAIN DISHES

    Chicken Cacciatore

    Broccolini with Parmesan

    Beef Braciole with red sauce

    Spaghetti with Lemon Basil Pesto (V)

    Pork Medallions Piccata

    Tortellini with red and white sauce

    ACCOMPANIMENT
    Focaccia Bread (V)

    INTERACTIVE STATION

    Tomato Fritters


    DESSERTS - $3.25

    *not included in luncheon price*

    Tiramisu (V)
    Double Chocolate Torte with Strawberry Glaze (V)
    Italian Crema Ice Cream (V)

    (V) = vegetarian

    (Veg) = vegan

  • Cuisine of Southern Italy (March 3-6)

    SOUP

    Minestrone

    SALADS

    Giardiniera Salad (V)

    Italian Broccoli Salad

    Pasta Salad

    Fresh Greens (Veg)

    Sweet Italian Vinaigrette (Veg)

    Ranch Dressing (V)

    Lemon Vinaigrette

    MAIN DISHES

    Chicken Scaloppini with Cremini Mushrooms

    Risotto Alla Milanese

    Cauliflower with pine nuts and raisins

    Pork Medallion Marsala

    Tortellini with red & white sauce

    Seared kale

    ACCOMPANIMENT

    Margherita Pizza

    INTERACTIVE STATION

    Fresh Gnocchi Pasta Station (Alla Ricotta & Herbs)

    DESSERTS - $3.25

    *not included in luncheon price*

    Cannoli (V)

    Double Chocolate Torte with a Strawberry Glaze (V)

    Yogurt Ice Cream (V)

    (V) = vegetarian

    (Veg) = vegan

  • Cuisine of Greece & the Middle East (March 10-13)

    SOUP

    Lemon & Chicken Herb

    SALADS

    Tomato & Feta Salad with Olives (V)

    Hummus & Tzatziki (Cucumber-yogurt dip) (V)

    Couscous and Lentils Salad (Veg)

    Fresh Greens (Veg)

    Creamy Mint & Oregano Dressing (V)

    Greek Vinaigrette (Veg)

    MAIN DISHES

    Lamb Meatballs with Pomegranate Sauce

    Moussaka (Veg)

    Grilled Chicken with Harissa Marinade

    Spanakopita (V)

    Risotto

    ACCOMPANIMENT

    Greek Layered Dip with Pita Bread (V)

    INTERACTIVE STATION

    Greek Zucchini Fritter

    DESSERTS - $3.25

    *not included in luncheon price*

    Rich Chocolate Cake (V)

    Baklava (V)

    Lavender Ice Cream (V)

    (V) = vegetarian

    (Veg) = vegan

  • Cuisine of France (March 24-27)

    SOUP

    French Onion

    SALADS

    Crudites with Mayo Gribiche (carrots, fingerling potatoes, cherry tomatoes, cucumber & celery) (V)

    Endive Salad

    Salad Greens (Veg)

    Arugula Salad (V)

    Sherry Vinaigrette (Veg)

    Creamy Shallot Vinaigrette (Veg)

    Classic Dijon Mustard Vinaigrette (Veg)

    MAIN DISHES

    Blue Cheese Caramelized Onion Tart (V)
    Tarragon Roasted Chicken

    Provencal Dauphinoise (V)
    Haricot Vert with Toasted Walnuts (V)

    ACCOMPANIMENT

    Roquefort & Caramelized Onion Flatbread (V)

    INTERACTIVE STATION

    Beef Bourguignon

    DESSERTS - $3.25

    *not included in luncheon price*

    Double Chocolate Torte Cake with a Strawberry Glaze (V)
    Pots de Creme a la Orange (V)

    Frech Vanilla Ice Cream (V)

    (V) = vegetarian

    (Veg) = vegan

  • Cuisine of Latin America (March 31-April 3)

    SOUP

    Pozole

    SALADS
    Fresh Greens (Veg)

    Watermelon Pico de Gallo (Veg)

    Fresh Avocado Salad (Veg)

    Housemade Vinaigrette (V)

    Fresh Salsa & Guacamole (V)

    Fresh Ranch Dressing (V)

    MAIN DISHES

    Mushroom and Spinach Enchiladas (V)

    Jerk Chicken with Pineapple Salsa

    Corn with Lime & Chili (Veg)

    Stir Fry Vegetables with Cumin, Lime and Chilis (V)

    Cilantro Lime Rice (Veg)

    ACCOMPANIMENT

    Pork Street Tacos with Escabeche

    INTERACTIVE STATION

    Flank Steak with Chimichurri Sauce


    DESSERTS - $3.25

    *not included in luncheon price*
    Double Chocolate Torte Cake with a Strawberry Glaze (V)
    Lemon Ice Cream (V)

    Tres Leches (V)

    (V) = vegetarian

    (Veg) = vegan

  • Don's BBQ (April 7-10)

    SOUP

    Vegetarian Chili Soup (V)

    SALADS

    Coleslaw (V)

    Potato Salad (V)

    Mixed Greens (Veg)

    Spinach Salad (Veg)

    Homemade Vinaigrette (V)

    Hot Bacon Dressing

    Ranch Dressing (V)

    MAIN DISHES

    Slow Smoked Brisket

    Mac and Cheese (V)

    Breaded Okra

    Baked Beans

    Sweet Corn

    BBQ Sauce (V)

    ACCOMPANIMENT

    Honey Rolls and Butter

    INTERACTIVE STATION

    Pulled Pork with mini buns

    - BBQ sauce

    - Spicy BBQ sauce

    - Honey Mustard

    DESSERTS - $3.25

    *not included in luncheon price*

    Chocolate Torte Cake with a Strawberry Glaze (V)

    Vanilla Bean Ice Cream (V)

    Peach Cobbler (V)

    (V) = vegetarian

    (Veg) = vegan

  • Cuban Cuisine (April 14-17)

    SOUP

    Sopa de Pollo

    SALADS

    Pasta Salad (V)

    Avocado Cuban Salad (V)

    Fresh Greens (Veg)

    Cucumber Salad (Veg)

    Housemade Vinaigrette (Veg)

    Fresh Ranch Dressing (V)

    Garlic Lime Vinaigrette (Veg)

    MAIN DISHES

    Cuban Chicken Fricassee with Plantains

    Cuban Green Beans

    Roasted Vegetables

    Patatas Bravas (Veg)

    Black Beans (V)

    White Rice (Veg)

    ACCOMPANIMENTS

    Fried Croquetas

    INTERACTIVE STATION

    Slow-Roasted Pork Tacos with Red and Green Sauce

    DESSERTS - $3.25

    *not included in luncheon price*

    Double Chocolate Torte Cake with a Strawberry Glaze (V)

    Caramel Flan (V)

    Espresso Ice Cream (V)

    (V) = vegetarian

    (Veg) = vegan

  • Farewell Brunch Week (April 28-May 1)

    HOT CEREAL

    Oatmeal and more (V)

    SALADS

    Spinach Salad (V)

    Fresh Fruit Salad (V)

    Mixed Greens (V)
    Hot Bacon Dressing

    Housemade Vinaigrette (Veg)

    Ranch Dressing (V)

    MAIN DISHES

    French Toast Casserole (V)

    Biscuits and Gravy (V)

    Eggs Benedict

    Potatoes O’Brien (V)

    Bacon and Sausage

    Roasted Vegetables (Veg)

    ACCOMPANIMENT

    Dinner rolls with butter

    INTERACTIVE STATION

    Smoked Salmon Display with sides

    DESSERTS - $3.25

    *not included in luncheon price*

    Double Chocolate Torte Cake with Strawberry Glaze (V)

    Dreamsicle Ice Cream (V)

    Blueberry Crumb Cake (V)

    (V) = vegetarian

    (Veg) = vegan

Learning lab

Since 1937, the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management has been preparing students to become global hospitality leaders. The educational philosophy of the school is based on academic excellence reinforced and cultivated through experiential learning. Taylor's operation is the practical lab class for our signature Restaurant Operations course.