Dining and Food Services

Vending

Vending machines are located in the Café, in the Scherer Industrial Technology Center, in the Workforce Development Institute, in the Carroll Center for Innovative Learning, and in the Shilling Center south of the lobby.

The Café

The Café, operated by the Culinary Arts Institute, is located next to the Mueller Student Center. It offers a variety of sandwiches, wraps, fried foods, drinks, and daily specials. Hours of operation are posted, with no service on Saturday. The Café also offers on-campus catering services for groups. Contact the Café, 217.85.7211, Ext. 6275, for more information.

The Coffee House

The Richland Coffee House, located in the Café, is a student-operated laboratory for the Culinary Arts Institute. The Coffee House offers beverages and pastries produced by students. With advance notice, beverages and pastries may be purchased for groups on campus. Hours are posted.

Bistro 537

Bistro Five Thirty Seven is a full-service restaurant located in the Shilling Community Education Center. Fully operated by the Richland Culinary Arts Institute, the restaurant is a working laboratory for students seeking national certification by the American Culinary Federation. The menu selections at Bistro Five Thirty Seven will change regularly and incorporate unique cuisine and comprehensive cooking techniques. This entrepreneurial student experience is the capstone course of the Culinary Arts Institute and ensures that graduates have the competencies and skills necessary to be successful in the culinary field.

Bistro Five Thirty Seven is typically open Tuesdays and Thursdays for lunch from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. and dinner from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Hours may be different when classes are not in session. Reservations are preferred and can be placed by calling 875.7211, Ext. 6537, or online through Table Agent.