Afternoon Tea | Coffee | Breakfast | Lunch | Fine Dining
Book now by calling 01226 216 365 or emailing theopenkitchen@barnsley.ac.uk
Summer Break Announcement -
The Open Kitchen is now closed until the start of the new academic year.
Please keep an eye on our social media channels and website for further updates and details. The staff and students at The Open Kitchen would like to thank all of our guests for their continued support throughout the academic year. We look forward to welcoming you back in the new academic year!
Our restaurant is open to the public whilst providing work experience and opportunities for catering students
Visit us for breakfasts, coffees, cakes and lunches during the day and unmissable fine dining experiences from 6.30pm on Thursday evenings.
Dining at The Open Kitchen, you'll enjoy high-quality food and service at a fraction of industry prices while supporting Barnsley College's students' training.
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The perfect venue for a lunch with friends or a sophisticated evening meal
The Open Kitchen provides a brilliant atmosphere for your dining experience or private event.
To book a table, please complete the appropriate booking form linked at the top of this page, or to enquire about hosting your bespoke event with us, get in touch by calling 01226 216 365 or email theopenkitchen@barnsley.ac.uk
Where to find us
Our restaurant is located on the Ground level of Barnsley College's Old Mill Lane campus and can be accessed from our Church Street entrance just next to Crumbs Cafe and Reloved Boutique.
There are some pay and display parking spaces near to the restaurant on Falcon Street, and the closest public car park is The Seam (Upper) Commuter Car Park on County Way, Barnsley, S70 2JW.
Opening Times
Monday to Thursday 8.00am - 2.30pm
Friday 8.00am - 2.00pm
We are typically only open during term time, but please check the top of this page for any temporary closure information.
Book now
Book your table with us by calling 01226 216 365 or emailing theopenkitchen@barnsley.ac.uk
This page was last updated on: 7th July 2026 11:52am











