We are honored to share that 1856 – Culinary Residence has been recognized in The MICHELIN Guide 2025.

This remarkable achievement marks 1856 – Culinary Residence as the first restaurant in Auburn to receive this distinction, and the first teaching restaurant in the United States to ever be recognized in The MICHELIN Guide 2025.

At 1856 – Culinary Residence, every dish, service, and detail is the result of collaboration between our talented culinary team, expert sommeliers, front-of-house staff, and the exceptional students of the Horst Schulze School of Hospitality Management. We are also proud to partner with Auburn University’s Horticulture Department to source fresh, locally grown produce, vegetables, and flowers, bringing a true farm-to-table connection to every guest experience.

This recognition is a testament to their passion, creativity, and dedication to excellence in every aspect of what we do.

We are deeply proud of what this moment represents, not just for our team, but for Auburn University, The Tony and Libba Rane Culinary Science Center, and the future of culinary education.

Thank you to everyone who has supported us on this journey. 

We look forward to continuing to share our story, one plate at a time.