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 Jan. 20 - Feb. 25.
Reservations can be made starting January 12th, 2026.
Seating available by reservation at the following times:
- 11:30 a.m.
- 11:45 a.m.
- 12:00 p.m.
Market Kitchen Menu
Check back regularly as our menu changes weekly. For our current menu and prices, please see below.
Chicken, Shrimp, and Andouille Sausage Gumbo| $5
Old Fashioned Chicken Noodle | $5
Hot Smoked Salmon Nicoise Salad | $11
House Hot Smoked Salmon, New Potatoes, Hard-boiled Egg, Green Beans, Cherry Tomatoes,
Kalamata Olives, and Capers on a Bed of Mixed Greens with Herb Sherry Vinaigrette
Muffuletta Panini | $9
Mozzarella and Provolone Cheese, Genoa Salami, Pork Loin, and Smoked Ham with Tangy
Olive Tapenade Pressed in a Cabatta Roll
Grilled Bass with Green Harissa | $13
Herb and Citrus Marinated Striped Bass with Green Harissa, Fennel Yukon Gold Potato
Puree, Citrus, Olives, and Broccolini
Leg of Lamb Ragu | $14
Tender Braised Lamb with Wild Mushrooms and House-Made Pappardelle Pasta, Goat Cheese,
Garlic and Herb Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Arugula and Grilled Broccolini
All pizzas are $11.
Sophia
Pistachio Pesto, Roasted Garlic White Sauce, Overnight Tomato, Lemon Ricotta, Parmesan
Frico, Balsamic Reduction, Fresh Mozzarella, Basil
Moroccan
Lamb Meatball, Romesco, Feta, Kalamata & Green Olive, Tahini Yogurt, Parsley
Margherita
Red Sauce, Fresh Mozzarella, Basil, Overnight Tomato
Pepperoni
Red Sauce, Mozzarella, Parmesan
Sicilian
Giardiniera, Smoked Fresh Mozzarella, Fennel Sausage, Arrabbiata
All desserts are $6.
Crème Brulé
Fresh Berries, Cinnamon Sugar Fritta
Chewy Brownie
Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Miso Caramel, Candied Nut, Berries
Pear Crisp with Dried Cherry
Sweet and Salty Miso Almond Crust, Amaretto Whipped Cream and Fresh Berries
Fine Dining Experience
Join us beginning in March for a classical prix fixe menu featuring composed plates, elegant service, and optional wine pairings. Cost is $22 per person.
Open: Wednesdays, March 18 - April 22.
Closed: April 8th (High Tea Event).
Reservations cannot be made for this restaurant until March 9th.
Chef de Cuisine - Chef Doug Ganhs
Sommelier - Chef Athena Bolger, FMP/CC
Request a Reservation
Contact Information
Christina Santos
Phone: (248) 246-2500
We are located at:
Royal Oak Campus
E Building
739 S. Washington Ave
Royal Oak, MI 48067