Owner of OAK, Mick Gjevuka always wanted to open a classic, old-fashioned American steakhouse. While the building that would become OAK was under construction in the winter of 2016, a storm caused the east wall to collapse and halted plans. Layout, design, materials and concept had to be reworked. “I vowed that once rebuilt, nothing would be able to take down the building again—not wind, not rain—and that it would be built with the enduring strength of a mighty oak tree, and thus the name was born,” says Gjevuka. The four-level restaurant features an oak tree sculpture in the foyer as well as murals, chandeliers and a retractable roof. Ornate wood, metalwork, leather-tufted seating and many handmade touches create an ambiance that is warm and romantic yet masculine. Some décor was salvaged from the previous structure, including the main-level staircase, exposed joist ceilings and the wooden trellis at the entrance to the kitchen.
As for the food, beef is dry aged in a temperature-controlled room. “All beef is domestic, originating from the best Midwest ranches in Nebraska and Colorado,” says Gjevuka. “Guest favorites include the rooftop crab, thick-cut bacon, baby back ribs, dry-aged Kansas City steak, creamed spinach and sweet potato au gratin.” Top it all off with a slice of cheesecake or the skillet cookie.
323 Northampton St., Easton | 610.559.5510 | oak-steakhouse.com
