A World of Good Eating at UConn's Newly Renovated McMahon Dining Facility

Meal preparation takes center stage as McMahon’s new open kitchen concept allows customers to watch, learn, and interact with chefs as they prepare and plate each meal. This marketplace design de-emphasizes the use of an institutional kitchen and brings many of the kitchen functions out from the back of the house, engaging and entertaining customers in the process. With the rise of celebrity chefs, along with public fascination for cooking shows, McMahon promises to deliver an exciting dining experience to UConn. 

The large floor to ceiling windows, a combination of lounge and café seating such as high stools integrated with display cooking stations, flexible furniture and a “living room” section will provide a warm and convivial atmosphere. A central display station and three stations along the perimeter will allow easy circulation between the stations and seating areas. The entryway will be attractive and inviting.

Looking to meet the needs of UConn’s ever growing global student population, the menu focus at McMahon will be international fare. Authentic ethnic menus from a variety of global origins will be created and served. Watch for Middle Eastern dishes to be prepared in a tandoor oven (a cylindrical clay oven with charcoal in the bottom), Asian cuisine prepared at the Wok Station, and pizza baked in a Stone Oven. Other service platforms will include an International Grill, Breakfast Nook, Deli, Sauté Station, a Salad Bar, a Beverage station as well as a gluten free area. Seating capacity will be 510.  

Expected to open this fall, make your plans now to experience a world of good eating at McMahon. Please note that McMahon's dining room will also be open to the neighborhood community.