The Oak Room
The Oak Room is known throughout South Dakota as a fine dining opportunity not to be missed! It is an integral part of the Culinary Academy at Mitchell Technical College. Located in the Mitchell Tech Campus Center at 1800 East Spruce Street, this elegant dining room will help you create a memorable meal experience! Both for personal and business, the Oak Room is the perfect space to hold your next lunch.
Reservations are required.
Call 605.995.7169 for reservations.
Special note: Patrons are requested to be seated by 11:00 AM to accommodate students’ instructional schedules. Thank you for your cooperation.
The Oak Room has been in operation since 1969 and has been directed by six Culinary Arts Department Heads: Ernst Wirt, John Weber, Randy Doescher, Jim Wagner, Josh Kranz, and current department head Tim Goldammer. Students rotate responsibilities and serve as chefs, waiters, bus people, etc. Graduates of the Culinary Academy work in many occupational fields including head chefs, sous chefs, kitchen managers, food service managers, restaurant managers, etc.
The Oak Room Menu
The Oak Room is available to the public on Wednesdays and Fridays for an 11:00 a.m. service when Mitchell Tech is in session. Patrons are welcome to enjoy a fine dining luncheon experience for groups of two to thirty. Reservations are required.
For reservations and availability, please call 605.995.7169 or email Tim Goldammer.
Our second-year students are finalizing all the weekly Oak Room menus. Please check Mitchell Tech’s Facebook page for updated menus and dates they will be served.
All patrons will enjoy a variety of complimentary breads and rolls.
Beverages including soda, freshly squeezed lemonade, coffee, tea, and milk are also available for purchase.
Salads and Flatbreads
- Caesar Side Salad $4.99Crisp romaine lettuce with Parmesan cheese, croutons, and Caesar dressing, finished with a sprinkle of fresh ground black pepper.
- Composed Salad $4.99Mixed greens tossed in olive oil and topped with candied pecans, goat cheese, and balsamic pears.
- Pear and Bleu Flatbread $8.99Creamy bleu cheese sauce and mozzarella topped with pears, candied walnuts, and dried cranberries. Finished with baby arugula tossed in a light vinaigrette.
- Texas Chicken Flatbread $8.99Garlic olive oil, mozzarella, chicken, hickory smoked bacon, and roasted bell peppers. Topped with avocado and cilantro, and drizzled with ranch.
- Margherita Flatbread $7.99Classic garlic tomato sauce, with fresh mozzarella and topped with a hit of basil and sweet heat balsamic drizzle.
- Oak Room Signature Flatbread $8.99Classic garlic tomato sauce with our signature house-made Italian Sausage and fresh mozzarella.
Entree
- Entrée Beer-Battered Cod $14.99
Served with a lemon aioli and a side of fried zucchini fries. - Sous-Vide Flat Iron $17.99
Creating a bold flavor using rosemary, thyme, garlic, and butter this steak is a beautiful declaration of beef. Finished to your preference and served with asparagus and baked potato. - Chicken Bacon Mac and Cheese $14.99
Our creamy wheat beer gouda and cheddar sauce pairs perfectly with smoky thick bacon and topped with grilled chicken breast. - Burger Showdown $14.99
Inspired by Mitchell’s Burger Showdown, we offered our second-year students the opportunity to create their “perfect burger” and ask your server for more details.
Dessert of the Day $4.99
This item transforms each day, reflecting the creative prowess of our bakery students as they craft an enchanting array of delectable treats.
