The 15 Best-Designed University Dining Halls Around the World

Sitting down for a meal with classmates and friends is one of the most simple yet underrated pleasures of collegiate life. Fueling up on delicious food (that you didn’t have to make) is the perfect reprieve from tests and projects, and one of the best ways to ensure your mind stays sharp during all the studying you’re doing throughout the semester. And with so much of the day structured around meal times, it’s no surprise that a food scene can make or break the college experience.

While many college students are more considered with the quality of the food at the cafeteria, here at AD, we’re much more curious about the spaces themselves. That’s why we’ve pulled together the most beautiful dining halls across the world—many of which look like they belong in palaces instead of college campuses. Curious if your alma mater made the list? Check out the 14 best-designed university dining halls below.