Johnson & Wales University Providence Campus

4.3
(225 reviews)
Last updated: May 23, 2025
Website
401-598-1000
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About The Business

Johnson & Wales University is a private university with multiple campuses, including a significant presence in Providence, Rhode Island. The Providence campus houses the College of Food Innovation & Technology, which is widely recognized for its comprehensive culinary arts programs. The university offers a range of educational paths from associate to master’s degrees in culinary arts, baking and pastry arts, food science, and related fields.

Beyond its degree programs, Johnson & Wales University engages with the public through various initiatives. They offer continuing education courses and workshops for individuals seeking to refine specific skills or explore new culinary interests without committing to a full degree. These shorter programs can cover diverse topics and techniques.

The university also provides services for corporate events and team-building activities, leveraging its culinary facilities and expert instructors. While primarily focused on professional education, the institution makes culinary learning accessible to a broader audience through these specialized programs and events, providing opportunities for hands-on experience and skill development in a professional environment.

Location & Hours

Johnson & Wales University Providence Campus

8 Abbott Park Pl, Providence, 2903

401-598-1000

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Hours
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Open 24 hours
Tue
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Wed
Open 24 hours
Thu
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Fri
Open 24 hours
Sat
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Sun
Open 24 hours

Additional Information

Class types:

Professional culinary program, Corporate events, Team-building, Multi-session course

Age groups:

Adults, Kids, Teens

Skill level:

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Class themes:

Baking, Pastry, Italian, French, Healthy Cooking, Farm-to-Table, Unspecified

Class sizes:

Unspecified

Participation types:

Hands-on, Demonstration

Teacher credentials:

Professional Chef

Class types:

Culinary institute

Class duration:

Single-sessions, One-day intensive, Multi-week series, Extended program

BYOB allowed?

Not allowed

Johnson & Wales University Providence Campus Reviews

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Avoid Gather & Forge – My Experience with Their Private Chef Services

September 12, 2025

I don’t usually write negative reviews, but I wanted to share my experience in case it helps someone else avoid the same mistake.

I hired Gather & Forge well in advance to provide a great private dining experience for guests I had flown in from across the country—two nights in a row. Both nights were a letdown.

The chef showed up 45 minutes to an hour late each night.

The food wasn’t hot. It came out lukewarm or even cool.

The quality of the meal didn’t justify the price. Honestly, I’d say the value was maybe 60% of what we paid.

I gave them plenty of chances to make it right, but they had no interest in doing so. As much as I think Brandon (the chef) worked hard, the overall service just didn’t live up to the cost or the expectations.

Bottom line: Gather & Forge is overpriced, underdelivers, and doesn’t seem to care about customer satisfaction. I really wanted this to be a great experience, but I would never use them again and highly discourage anyone from booking them for private chef services.

Clay

Fabulous venue for events & Italian cooking classes!

August 25, 2025

Our BYOB wine group had an amazing experience Saturday night at A Taste of Milan in the Southside with Chef Sidney and Katie! We learned how to make home made pasta and enjoyed her family recipes handed down from generations! Truly beyond 5 stars and it was a magical evening! Thank you Sidney and Katie

Kim Marie Angiulli