Very special facility and good service. Came for lunch and had the caesar salad with chicken. There was so much dressing on it that the whole salad stuck together. My husband had the chicken salad and it seemed to have more sauce than chicken. The sweet potato rolls were a little dry. The fries were good. We were distracted by the pop music that didn't seem to fit in with the ambiance of the barn. For a place as nice as this, the food should be top notch. We will come back and try something different next time. read more

The service was fantastic. Our server, Ash, knew her stuff: the philosophy of the restaurant, descriptions of the starters and entrees. She was also very welcoming, making us feel right at home at the table. The food we ordered and how they were: 1. Goat cheese with crostini: I am a lover of goat cheese, but the toppings on this starter were over the top, booming with mixed fruity and tangy flavors - perfect on the crostini. 2. Crab cakes - this was a wonderful blast of tasty crab meat. Excellent with the greens and aioli that it was plated on. 3. Truffle fries - first time having truffle on steak fries. It had big fry potato flavor. Brilliant! 4. Pork chop - tomahawk style. Perfectly seasoned and cooked to medium. So juicy, all the way to the bone. 5. Grouper - (tasted my wife's order) deliciously flaky fish. The sauce tasted really good. Couldn't stop eating the beans. 6. Crème Brûlée - beautifully crusted and sweet, blending so good with the crème. 6. Chocolate torta - savored each bite (the few that I had). Loved how it just melted in my mouth bursting with chocolate. Loved the big barn ambiance. It was beautifully decorated providing an up level dining experience in with a rustic feel. Well done! read more

Came here for the first time on a Friday evening for a 5 o'clock reservation. Luckily, I made the reservation a couple weeks in advance. Because by the time it hit almost 6 o'clock the place was completely full. Parking here is a little tricky as there is a little side parking lot however we arrived a little bit early for dinner only to realize that the employees also park in that same parking lot. The parking lot I believe is the closest to the entrance. Otherwise, you are left to park on the street and pay for parking. There is no valet option. The place is a converted barn and it looks like it used to be two or three stories however it does not look like they have developed the second floor, but I could be wrong. We were seated on the main floor right next to the kitchen the open kitchen area where all the plates are being delivered out, which is really a great sight to see. Everything came out very promptly very hot and very fresh. I have absolutely no complaints. The food quality here is incredible and on point. For this alone, I would come back and definitely try more of the food items. I will say that, despite having the prepper as I call it, the person who's reviewing plates before servers picked them up. It is a little odd that even though they were trying to clean up plates that some of the plates still had spilled sauces, etc., around the rims. Our waitress was very nice. What is not pictured or the drinks that we ordered unfortunately and because we were here for a birthday celebration we actually picked out any dessert and happen to get it for free with a candle and a signed birthday card from some of the staff, which was very thoughtful. What's great about the service here is not only was our server very nice but what it came time to pack up the leftovers she actually did it. She did not simply hand me containers and tell me to go wrap it up. I would definitely come back here again. It is too bad. They are not open for lunches. Dinners only. I think this is a great addition to town and to Campus. The only few glitches I would mention to make this five stars is that when we first walked in they were over four people standing at the front counter and only one person actually greeting people walking in. Not sure why the delay, but there was one. Further, it was also raining on this day, which makes the entrance very inconvenient to where parking is. Quite a shame. Further I will say that all the food is high-quality unfortunately our meatballs came out more room temperature and definitely not warm or hot. This was the only item that definitely did not meet all the other high standards or expectations of the other dishes so I'm not sure about this inconsistency. I'm sure these are a few kinks that can be worked out and this place will definitely shine. read more

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Five starts for the ambiance and our server, Matt. He was a joy from the moment we walked in. Even when he we saw us in the parking lot he still asked if we needed anything lol We went in to celebrate a birthday and they brought out a menu and then the dessert came with a candle and he even brought out a card. It was lovely. I had the burger with truffle fries. The meat was perfect as I ordered it. There was a tad more mayo on it than I'd life but over all the flavor was good. My fries were good, except the ones on the bottom were a little greasy. I didn't notice the greasiness until once I got home. It's a pricey place, the menu is small but the portions for the plates were decent sizes. The outside of the restaurant is beautiful. Once the sun sets the outdoor lights come in and it's a nice layout. read more

The Lawrence - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - West Lafayette, Indiana

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New restaurant inside an old barn that was restored and built on site on Purdue campus. The inside is truly beautiful with the tall ceiling and all the hand cut wood. Service was first rate and our water glasses never ran empty. We had the goat cheese appetizer that was so creamy and savory. They had a cool little menu deal where you can get half a sandwich and soup or salad. We all loved our meals and enjoyed conversation in a nice booth space. Our waitress was extremely pleasant and present. The parking was a bit of a pickle because the private lot was full and all the surrounding streets have pay parking through an app. We opted for hiking a ways to avoid downloading the app. read more

The Lawrence - Strawberry cheesecake for the birthday - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - West Lafayette, Indiana

Easily the best restaurant in West Lafayette. They have a lovely selection of drinks, the food is top-notch, and the ambiance is fabulous! read more

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For a first visit not even quite a full week after opening we were quite impressed! Great atmoshphere of a relocated turn-of-century barn from the Beck's farm. This was a GREAT IDEA and tells a great Indiana story. Food and drinks were great -- baked goat cheese was amazing as we're the brussel sprouts! I'm a bit of a rib and sprout snob (ok goat cheese too) and nothing disappointed. I would like to know about the prep on the ribs out of curiosity... We will be back for sure and sit at the bar when able. I reserved a high-top but we chose the bar as that's how we roll. I sent 2 msgs earlier in the week about reserving bar seats, but it was a first week and I get it. read more

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Meh. It looked clean. Nobody really went above and beyond as far as service. I don't think the people have their tables straight yet because there were multiple times a food/drink runner tried to bring us something we didn't order. I ordered ribs. They were fall off the bone, but the glaze on them was so nasty I couldn't eat them. My friends let me try their meals. Gnocchi was gooey. Not sure if it's supposed to be, but I didn't like it. Steak frites were good. Good fries and aioli. The crab fritters were amazing though. So delicious and cooked perfectly. The rolls with butter were very underwhelming, the butter was pretty, but that's all. Mind you, you have to buy the rolls. Not complimentary. Crème brûlée was good, but nothing special. Over all, pretty underwhelming. I was expecting it to be much better. My friends and I kept saying "well, it IS a barn" read more

We came here to celebrate our anniversary and left feeling a little disappointed. When we were seated, our waitress asked if we were celebrating anything. We told her it was our anniversary, and she said she had a dessert she was going to bring us. Unfortunately, that never happened, which was a bit of a letdown. For dinner, my husband ordered the salmon, and while the salmon itself was good, the risotto was served cold. I ordered a Caesar salad and was surprised to find spinach mixed into it. That's not what I expect in a traditional Caesar salad, so it was a little odd. Overall, the experience wasn't terrible, but there were several small details that added up and made what should have been a special anniversary dinner feel underwhelming. I hope these issues can be improved because the restaurant has potential. read more

Very cute new restaurant in the Purdue area -- the renovated barn turned restaurant is a great vibe. Food is on the pricey end but there are more affordable options! The short rib grilled cheese oily but SO delicious, definitely would get again. The crab cakes were crispy! The steak was juicy! I loved the fries quality. Not pictured but the dessert potions are HUGE so def shared/take home leftovers! Servers were so kind! read more

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Nailed it! Dinner at the Lawrence was excellent! It's a beautifully new built barn, very modern and comfortable. There are a few TVs around but it does not give sports bar vibes. Our service was excellent. We started with the meatballs and cocktails before moving to entrees. I couldn't make up my mind and got no help from our server who reassured me that all of the dishes are really good. My friend and I both had beef and noodles. It does have a tiny bit of spice, but I wouldn't call it hot or even mild. It was the perfect yakisoba dish and transported me back to the yakisoba shack I stopped at in Japan. My friend who also ordered the beef and noodles had a tough time with the spice because any little bit seems to bother her, so just beware if you're sensitive to heat/spice. My other friend loved her steak frites. The margarita was perfect! Not too sweet or tart and I loved the tajine on the rim. The others loved their cocktails too. We opted to skip desserts as we had brought desserts for each other, but I have no doubt their desserts are delicious. The Lawrence really nailed it for us. A great spot to catch up with friends and rave about delicious food and drinks. read more

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A wonderful addition to the west-side dining scene. The Lawrence has a lovely ambiance with tons of greenery inside. It's amazing how it does not get overly noisy like other restaurants in the area. The cocktail menu is fabulous. Food offerings are mostly twists on traditional dishes. Many times they excel at elevating flavors, but service can be slow and inattentive. It is variable. The menu does seem to change frequently, so if you find something you enjoy, it might not be there next time. read more

We were seated outside when it was breezy and had a nice experience. The staff was very friendly. The food is amazing. I got an old fashion and pork chops. Friends got lemonade and salmon and cosmo with the chicken. Both were pleased with their food but they said my pork chops kicked ass. We started off with the sweet potato rolls which were fluffy like biscuits and the goat cheese. Can't go wrong with either one. read more

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We heard about this new restaurant on social media and we wanted to try it out. It is located on the west side of Purdue's campus near the airport. We look advantage of their lunch menu and it didn't disappoint. For appetizers, we shared the crab fritters and sweet potato rolls. For the main, one had a salad, another did a lunch pairing, a wrap and a sandwich. All delish! For dessert, we had the chocolate torte which was rich and great for anyone who is gluten free. Service was excellent, friendly and attentive. It is set in an old barn which was warm and inviting. There is a small parking lot but there is street parking nearby. Will definitely be back! read more

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Very slow service but great food. The pricing can be a little steep but the coffee salted-carmel dessert is a must try! Portions of appetizers tend to be big. read more

Exquisite reformed barnyard turned posh farmers market paradise obscured with the all time below average food, us five guys dropped in for a dual birthday celebration. Can happy say the desserts, cheesecake, creme brulee, and ice cream brownie thing, fantastic! Drinks, also near perfect! Desserts were hilariously tiny especially for the prices, an odd penny pinching pout for a city loaded up on excellent options like McGraws, Mountain Jacks, Red Seven, Black Sparrow, and Boomerangs yet these new campus food digs are addicted to a harsh diet! I don't get it. Why is the slice of cheesecake well less than half the size of a Buffalo Wild Wings cheesecake which costs half? This Cunningham restaurant group certainly is cunning. Dress everyone in black, hire the best Purdue freshman, and decorate the aura in bold rich dark academia to hide the massive cost cutting and sloppy chef skills. Now yes, here's the real issues. My scallops were cooked well, the only dish of our five to be fixed right. But look at that plate! A tiny great depression amount of food thrown together to get Gordon Ramsay swearing. The ribs and New York strip, far less, nothing special or at all worth the costs, Cheddars does both better. But the smash burger, oh my precious spice wars, were the lost here? The worst burger I've ever had, from the very birthday boy's lips, quoted to me yet again last night as we mused on The Lawrence. I didn't know a burger could be made wrong, literally some of the easiest tastiest ingredients to put together. Yet there it was, neither of the burgers were finished. I suppose others may have better experiences or low standards than us because I hope this place cleans up their barnyard. read more

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Second time here, same criticism for borderline cold food (communicated by private message). Great flavors, but they do not have serving temperatures and timing down. For the price you pay they need to get this right. First visit the whipped butter didn't melt on the rolls, the rolls were essentially room temperature. My pork chop had great flavor, but had cooled to an almost unacceptable temp. Sauce for the cauliflower on the outside edges was cold. Brussels sprouts had great flavor but were slightly cold. Second visit rolls were hot and awesome. Steak frites were barely acceptable for temp, cooked right but just almost cold from sitting. Scallops were the same, great flavor but just barely acceptable for serving temperature, the surrounding vegetables and sauce were cold, center of the dish was acceptable. Two salmon dishes and mushroom gnocchi were good, as was the bulgogi beef dish. Olive oil cake, cheese cake and sorbet were very good. Service was attentive on both visits and have no complaints (criticism of dish temps was communicated). Really hope they get this fixed, great dishes but will not continue to pay premium prices unless the temperatures are right. read more

Super cool concept dining in a barn, and the food was great! Unfortunately, the experience was ruined by inconsistent policies and terrible service. We were told the $65 buffet was the only option for graduation weekend, but then watched other tables ordering ribs, burgers, scallops, and other menu items all night. If it's buffet-only, it should apply to everyone. Our server, Selena, was almost nonexistent. Seriously she needs to find another job. We constantly waited for water refills, dirty plates piled up on our table, there was no drink service, and we eventually had to ask the manager for our bill after waiting forever. For a $450 dinner for 5 people, the service should have matched the price point. Sadly, what should have been a special Purdue graduation celebration ended up being a disappointment. I don't think we'll ever go back. read more

We had a great experience at The Lawrence. The d=food was very good and the service was great too! The feeling of sitting in a restored barn and enjoying dinner with our son was priceless. read more

You gotta check out this lunch & dinner spot if you're in Purdue campus. New restaurant that has incredible culinary food offerings - and a lot of vegetarian choices too. I especially enjoyed the hot honey & sweet potato Parker house rolls, and mushroom gnocchi. read more

Great ambience and drinks. Food was quite pricey, quality not super good. Had the salmon risotto, small salmon portion was cooked well, risotto was like something an amateur chef would prepare read more

Service was good...love the physical building... Quiet enough to have a conversation, which is nice. A little pricey since ala carte but not bad...I had half rack of ribs with roasted Brussel sprouts....sprouts were charred to an inedible black lump....very disappointing. I nicely pointed this out to the waiter but she just removed them! So basically cost $27 for a half rack of ribs only.....​ read more

We stopped by a few days before Valentines Day without a reservation. They were fully booked but accommodated us at the bar. This place is certainly beautiful inside and we found ourselves looking up at the barn ceilings a few times in awe of the size of the place. One day, I would like to see the rest of the massive building! Bar service was a bit slow/chaotic but given they had only been open about 10 days, totally understandable. The bar staff was incredibly friendly and when I did not like the drink I ordered, Cat happily made another without complaint. She was an absolute star! I ordered the Pineapple Daiquiri but it was so sour I couldn't drink it. No pineapple in this drink only pineapple rum lime juice and simple syrup. It needs rebalanced. The Pear 58 however was tasty. My husband's Old Fashioned was on point. Our Baked Goat Cheese appetizer was good. Topped with balsamic vinegar glaze AND meyer lemon made it, again, pretty sour. I found that I was picking around the condiments to get to the sweet onions and savory cheese though. Maybe my tastebuds were still recovering from the daiquiri? Nevertheless, we finished it as it was good. I ordered the Scallops for my main and my husband ordered the strip steak. The steak was cooked and seasoned well. The chard and potatoes were very tasty. My scallops were cooked perfectly, but at $36 for 3 scallops, I wouldn't order them again. The puréed carrot & horseradish was something new and I enjoyed that combination. However, the soy sauce dressing on the chard/roasted cauliflower was way too overpowering. The chocolate tart & ice cream rounded out our experience and soothed our palates from the rollercoaster of flavors. Overall we enjoyed our first experience at The Lawrence and plan to return after they have had time to settle in. read more

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The vibes were good, our service was great, and my food was amazing!! We made a reservation weeks in advance and were a little disappointed to be seated in the bar. After contemplating for a minute whether it was worth asking to move, my husband did kindly ask if we could sit in the dining room and they moved us no problem. We started with the sweet potato rolls. I thought they were good and the butter with honey was delicious! My husband thought they were so-so. I ordered the filet and it was the best I've ever had in town (better than boiler house prime!!). That demi glaze was SO good!The mashed potatoes were also incredible. My husband ordered the salmon and he thought it was good. Not worth writing home about, but it was good. We did glance at the dessert menu, but nothing really caught our eye. My one major negative about this place is that they don't have fountain drinks... cans of pop only. read more

Came back for another smash burger, omg so good. Shout out to Emma, our server. She's lovely. My friend didn't like her chicken (not the chicken's fault), and Emma comped her a dessert. So sweet! Thanks Emma! Also, our group ordered a variety of dinners and the pork chop was the clear winner. (Second only to the smash burger) The restaurant was packed on a random Tuesday night, so I'll reiterate: there is not enough parking. Plan on arriving early or parking in the street. read more

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First, Sullivan did an amazing job answering our questions and keeping up with our drinks. The food was very good. Sullivan suggested the short rib grilled cheese: he was correct. It was great! The rolls came with hot honey butter. Yummy! Honey is from an urban provider in NYC. The desserts were equally good. Keep in mind, they are brand new. The kitchen was slow but the atmosphere made the welcoming environment make up for the kitchen timing issue. (Plus, we had no where to be exactly!) Mr. Picky and I both are looking forward to eating there again. read more

I'm glad we popped in, regardless of a few of discouraging reviews. This is a spot for more refined tastebuds. Prices are very reasonable and service was exceptional. Absolutely love the setup. We typically gravitate towards the bar and it had an elegant feel to it. We visit Lafayette once every six months and this is now our new spot. Bonus it is part of the Cunningham group! read more

I have dined here twice now, the first time i came with friends and it was pretty busy. I ordered a smash burger with fries and didn't get my food until my party was ready to leave. I gave it a second time recently with my family and am once again unexpressed with the slow service giving us the wrong soup and drinks and the limited menu. The waiters/ waitressed are nice and so is the building its self. Pineapple was also good. read more

Beautiful building and area, attentive service, and interesting flavors. Hits that sweet spot of between fine dining and casual comfort.

The building and decor are wonderful. Our drink order took over 45 minutes to arrive. Others that came in after received drinks and food before ours were delivered. Our table was located beside the service station despite a reservation two weeks before and we were constantly bumped by the staff and dealt with broken glass. The food was quite good, but one side came out cold. The management stopped in to address our concerns and were gracious. They said they were addressing the bar backlog in the near future. Unfortunately, we have had the same experience during our last three visits. Hence I really can't recommend the restaurant until they have appropriate bar staff. read more

Great new spot in WL near the airport. Parking is very limited, she's fancy but not really priced that way..... been twice now and service was great both times in the dining room AND tonight at the bar (thanks Thomas and Walter)! Apps: we've had the crab fritter (disappointed, doesn't seem fresh and can't taste crab), chilled shrimp were good (one wasn't cleaned and no horseradish or cocktail sauce), the harrissa meatballs honestly were a big let down you get like 6 but they were dry and kinda reminded me of pet kibble (they offered to take them off our bill since we only ate one which i didn't feel was necessary as Im the one that wanted to try something new and assumed that risk), the baked goat cheese was . Mains: the chicken is a bone in/skin on Thigh that was great, the pork chop is bone in and also straight . The short rib was great..... but reminded me more of pot roast, super moist and melt in your mouthy but no sticky edges that i love! My wife got a beet salad add grilled shrimp with no dressing/cheese/breadcrumbs which she enjoyed very much! Dessert: table next to us had 3 and i asked them for their fave (they had the olive oil cake, chocolate torte, and galette and like the OOC the best) tried the olive cake and thought it was ok, nice crispy edges of the cake and accoutrement were good. The Oregon cherry ice cream was great ($5), and the creme bruleee is very good. Not impressed with their beer selection. read more

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Date night with the wife. The food was delicious and service was great. The brussel sprouts, grouper and Chocolate Torte were all delicious.

A wonderful meal on the patio! Great food, and especially enjoyed our server, Morgan C! She was so welcoming and provided such great menu recommendations. Will be returning. read more

Ribs were not hot/warm. Service took longer than expected, and the place was only medium busy. May not need to return there for a bit.

Couldn't have asked for a better experience at The Lawrence! The food was phenomenal, our server was wonderful. It was our anniversary and they gave us a free dessert and the cutest card! Will definitely be going back! read more

The Lawrence might be one of the best restaurants in the Greater Lafayette area. Wonderful, attentive service from hosts, servers, and management. A beautifully crafted menu of food and drinks, perfectly executed. Unique selections compared to the rest of the scene in Lafayette, with a good range of familiar homestyle dishes (with some twists) and new flavors. The sweet potato Parker house rolls are delicious with the hot honey butter, with the right amount of kick. The pork chop was perfectly cooked and a HUGE portion, paired with a roasted cauliflower that made a cauliflower hater steal multiple bites off her husband's plate. The steak frites was exceptional, with a huge serving of fries, delicious garlic aioli, and a 6oz steak with amazing garlic butter and demi glacé. Both cuts were cooked perfectly to our requests, and everything came out hot and fresh. The cocktails were tasty and strong, we tried three different ones. The Pear 38 was like a pear Martini that had a great tartness to it that complimented the sweetness of the rest of the drink. The Boiler Sling was refreshing and went down way too easy. The Classic Margarita was amazing, and is really just a classic margarita done well. We can't wait to come back for lunch and dinner, this place really might have it all! read more

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I was surprised to see a dog ( not a service dog) at a table being served food along with their owner. Sorry for the people sitting at that table next. Really is this the legacy being established for this restaurant. read more

Excellent new restaurant! Great service inside a beautifully restored barn. The sweet potato rolls were good. I'd say maybe the best salmon I've had and my friend loved the pork chop. The olive oil cake was surprisingly delicious. I do recommend and we will be back. read more

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First of all, it took almost 2 hours for lunch. Has to be slowest place I've ever been. Place is very impressive but that's where it ends. Brought out water for table and it was warm. Food was just ok plus it was not hot. Brought 4 rolls for a table of 8!! If you're in a hurry try elsewhere. read more

I attended their soft opening. Wow! That is the best word I can use to describe this place. Walking in....absolutely stunning. The drinks were beautiful and delicious. Our server was very knowledgeable about the food. We had the goat cheese as an appetizer and it was so amazing. Our server recommended it. Our group had three different dishes in every dish was perfection. We will definitely be coming back. It is now my new favorite restaurant in Lafayette. read more

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