@ Thirty-Four
Laurence Building, Exeter College, Hele Road, Exeter, EX4 4JS
Member Overview
What is @thirty-four?
@thirty-four is Exeter College's award-winning training restaurant and home of the prestigious Michael Caines Academy. Located at Exeter College's Hele Road campus in Exeter, the restaurant provides a real-world dining experience where talented hospitality and catering students showcase their culinary and front-of-house skills under the guidance of industry professionals.
Recognised as AA College Restaurant of the Year 2023/24, @thirty-four has become one of Exeter's best-kept dining secrets, offering exceptional food, service and value while supporting the next generation of hospitality talent.
What does @thirty-four offer?
@thirty-four offers high-quality lunch and dinner service featuring seasonal menus, creative dishes and expertly prepared food, all served by students developing their professional skills in a live restaurant environment.
Guests can enjoy carefully crafted lunches, refined evening dining, themed food events, an extensive drinks menu, wines, cocktails and special culinary experiences throughout the academic year. The restaurant combines professional standards with excellent value, making fine dining more accessible while helping students gain valuable industry experience.
Our Specialities
- Student-led fine dining experiences
- Seasonal lunch and dinner menus
- Michael Caines Academy training restaurant
- Modern British cuisine
- European-inspired dishes
- Affordable fine dining
- Professional hospitality training
- Themed dining events
- Carefully selected wines
- Craft cocktails
- Exceptional customer service
- Hospitality education excellence
Why choose @thirty-four?
@thirty-four offers a truly unique dining experience where guests enjoy restaurant-quality food while supporting the development of future chefs, restaurateurs and hospitality professionals. The restaurant combines expert tuition with real-world experience, creating a vibrant and welcoming environment.
As the recipient of the prestigious AA College Restaurant of the Year award and an AA Highly Commended College Rosette, @thirty-four has earned national recognition for both the quality of its food and the excellence of its training programmes.
Where can you find @thirty-four?
@thirty-four is Exeter College's award-winning training restaurant, located within the Laurence Building on the College's Hele Road campus in Exeter. The restaurant is run by talented hospitality and catering students, including those studying within the prestigious Michael Caines Academy.
Opening Hours (Term Time Only)
Lunch Service- Monday – Friday: 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Bistro Service- Monday & Tuesday: 4:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Dinner Service- Wednesday & Thursday: 6:45 pm – 9:00 pm
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is @thirty-four?
@thirty-four is Exeter College's award-winning student-run restaurant, where hospitality and catering students gain hands-on experience preparing and serving high-quality food in a professional restaurant environment.
Who cooks the food at @thirty-four?
The food is prepared by talented catering students studying at Exeter College under the guidance and supervision of experienced chef lecturers and industry professionals.
What type of food does @thirty-four serve?
The restaurant serves modern British and European-inspired dishes using seasonal ingredients. Menus change regularly and often showcase creative cooking techniques and contemporary flavours.
Is @thirty-four part of the Michael Caines Academy?
Yes. The restaurant is home to Exeter College's prestigious Michael Caines Academy, which has trained aspiring hospitality professionals for more than a decade
Can the public dine at @thirty-four?
Absolutely. The restaurant is open to the public and welcomes anyone looking to enjoy excellent food while supporting hospitality education and training
Do I need to book a table?
Yes. Advance booking is highly recommended, particularly for dinner services and special themed events, as tables can fill quickly
Why is @thirty-four award-winning?
@thirty-four was awarded AA College Restaurant of the Year 2023/24, one of the highest accolades available to a college restaurant, recognising excellence in food, service and hospitality training
Does @thirty-four offer fine dining?
Yes. While serving as a training restaurant, @thirty-four is widely recognised for delivering an affordable fine dining experience, with carefully prepared dishes, professional service and impressive attention to detail.
Are vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available?
Yes. The restaurant caters for a range of dietary requirements and regularly offers vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options
Does @thirty-four serve wine and cocktails?
Yes. Guests can enjoy a range of wines, cocktails and other beverages carefully selected to complement the menu.
Is @thirty-four good value for money?
Many guests describe @thirty-four as one of Exeter's best-value dining experiences, offering high-quality food and hospitality at accessible prices while supporting student training.
Why should I visit @thirty-four?
By dining at @thirty-four, you'll enjoy excellent food and service while directly supporting the next generation of chefs, hospitality managers and front-of-house professionals. It's a unique opportunity to experience award-winning dining with a strong community and educational purpose