Seasoned Oak
Perched on the 3rd floor of the Culinary Studies Institute at Oakland Community College, Seasoned Oak offers guests a one-of-a-kind dining experience with stunning views of downtown Royal Oak. This student-operated venue is both a teaching space and a dining destination, where OCC Culinary Arts students craft and serve dishes under the guidance of professional chef instructors.
Guests can enjoy two unique dining experiences throughout the semester: a Fine Dining Experience and the Market Kitchen. Both are reservation-only and showcase the exceptional skills of our students.
Please pay close attention to our hours and dates of operation as these change regularly.
Market Kitchen
A relaxed a la carte service offering soups, sandwiches, pizzas, and entrees made from scratch. Menu prices vary ($5-$14).
Open: Tuesdays and Wednesdays from Sept. 8 - Oct. 14.
Due to the high volume of reservation requests, we can only accept reservations one week in advance of the date you are requesting.
Seating available by reservation at the following times:
- 11:30 a.m.
- 11:45 a.m.
- 12:00 p.m.
Market Kitchen Menu
Please note, the menu is subject to change.
Crisp iceberg wedge topped with gorgonzola cheese dressing, pancetta, tomato, red onion, and bell pepper.
African Peanut Soup | $5
Roasted peanut soup with sweet potato, collard greens, carrots, and aromatics.
Garlic Cheddar Bacon Slider with Sweet Potato Fries | $11
Seasoned beef slider with crispy bacon, swiss cheese, jalapeno, and carmelized onion
on a garlic cheddar biscuit bun. Served with sweet potato fries.
All pizzas are $11
Margherita
Red sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil, overnight tomato.
Pepperoni
Red sauce, mozzarella, parmesan.
Sicilian
Giardiniera, smoked fresh mozzarella, fennel sausage, arrabbiata.
Sophia
Pistachio pesto, roasted garlic white sauce, overnight tomato, lemon ricotta, parmesan
frico, balsamic reduction, fresh mozzarella, basil.
Forest
Wild mushroom, roasted garlic white sauce, charred green onion, parmesan, chives.
Moroccan
Lamb meatball, romesco, feta, olives, tahini yogurt, parsley.
Michigan
Apple, smoked bacon, balsamic onion, parmesan, dried cherry, bitter green.
Katsu Fried Chicken with Kimchi Fried Rice | $12
Crispy panko-crusted chicken breast served with kimchi fried rice, pickled daikon
and carrots, and hoisin BBQ sauce.
Creole Blackened Rainbow Fish and Smoked Gouda Grits | $13
Seared Creole-spiced rainbow fish with creamy smoked gouda grits, sauteed spinach
and Cajun cream sauce topped with Bacon.
Red Beans and Rice with Sausage | $11
New Orleans red bean stew with andouille sausage, pork belly, and ham simmered with
aromatic vegetables and spices. Served with basmati rice and cornbread crackers.
Miniature Carrot Cake | $6
Spiced carrot cake with brown butter cream cheese frosting and pineapple.
Chocolate Mousse Tart with Raspberry Gelee | $6
Silky, rich chocolate mousse in a crisp tart shell with raspberry gelee.
Juice | $3
Iced Tea | $3
Coffee or Hot Tea | $3
Soft Drinks | $3
Fine Dining Experience
Join us beginning in October for a classical prix fixe menu featuring composed plates, elegant service, and optional wine pairings. Cost is $32 per person.
Reservations cannot be made for this restaurant until October 21st.
Open: Wednesdays, Oct. 28 - Dec. 2.
Closed: Nov. 11 and Nov. 25.
Due to the high volume of reservation requests, we can only accept reservations one week in advace of the date you are requesting.
Seating available by reservation at the following times:
- 11:15 a.m.
- 11:30 a.m.
- 11:45 a.m.
Fine Dining Menu
This menu is currently unavailable. We will post the fine dining menu again closer to re-opening of the Fine Dining Experience in the fall.
Chef de Cuisine - Chef Norm Valenti
Sommelier - Chef Athena Bolger, FMP/CC
Request a Reservation
We sincerely appreciate the enthusiasm and support for our restaurant. At this time, reservations are fully booked for the remainder of the semester. We look forward to reopening in Fall 2026 and hope to welcome you then.
Contact Information
Christina Santos
Email: clsantos@oaklandcc.edu
Phone: (248) 246-2501
We are located at:
Royal Oak Campus
E Building
739 S. Washington Ave
Royal Oak, MI 48067