The Lawrence | Restaurant + Events in West Lafayette, IN

Rooted in Fresh

Rooted in a deep love for community, and a commitment to honoring legacy, our beautifully restored 1930s barn stands as a symbol for Indiana’s rich agricultural heritage. Gather with friends and family to share meals crafted from scratch using fresh, local ingredients.

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The Lawrence features menus crafted from scratch with fresh, seasonal ingredients, presented in ways that are innovative yet approachable.

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Private Dining + Events

Host your next gathering in an authentic, beautifully restored barn setting on Purdue’s West Campus. Our private dining space offers a warm, inviting atmosphere paired with fresh, thoughtfully prepared menus designed to make every occasion memorable.

Whether it’s a wedding, corporate meeting, or special celebration, The Lawrence provides personalized service and a unique venue that reflects Indiana’s heritage with modern hospitality. The events center holds 200 with a flex private dining room seating up to 24.

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CRG Grow

The Lawrence utilizes fresh, seasonal ingredients from CRG Grow, Cunningham Restaurant Group’s state-of-the-art hydroponic greenhouse. We’re passionate about bringing the freshest, most flavorful ingredients directly to our kitchens and even other businesses in the community.

Founded in 2016, CRG Grow allows us to carefully control quality and variety- delivering vibrant basil, mint, thyme, microgreens, tomatoes, and peppers to our restaurants year-round.

Celebrating Indiana's Roots

Rooted in Indiana history, The Lawrence Restaurant + Events is housed in a restored family barn thoughtfully relocated to Purdue’s Discovery Park District. Owned by the Beck family and named for Lawrence Beck, it’s a gathering place where fresh, local ingredients and genuine hospitality take center stage.

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