Branford College was part of the original Memorial Quadrangle complex built when Yale adopted the Residential College system. It was modeled after the Gothic structures of Oxford University in England and was named after the town where Yale’s predecessor “Collegiate School” was founded. The ten books shown in Branford’s Coat of Arms represent the ten ministers who pooled together their books and resources to found the school.
We are Branford
Dining at Branford is an inviting and satisfying experience. Take in the large, vaulted hall and grand fireplace as you make your way to a variety of delicious and healthy specialties within the servery. Mark your calendars: you won’t want to miss Branford’s culinary traditions – including Cheese Night, Fabulous Pancake Fridays, “Fruit of the Week” Night – and more!
Modified hours are currently in effect. For more information, please visit our COVID-19 Updates page.
Management Team
- Heather Tapper, General Manager/Culinary Excellence Manager
- Daniel Geisinger, Guest Experience Manager
- Michael Cofrancesco, First Cook