Course
Course at the Great Plains Culinary Institute, is a student run restaurant. Each semester we feature seasonal fresh items prepared by student chefs, under the supervision of Executive Chef Jade Baber. Course is open to students, staff or the public for dine-in or carryout options. Please check the hours tab for our current hours.
The Great Plains Culinary Institute at SCC is an accredited program by the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation including ACF Certified Chef Instructors. SCC unveiled the $4.2 million expansion in Spring 2018. State-of-the-art learning spaces and a full-service student-run restaurant await students who want to take their passion for food and create a work of art.
Spring 2025
Meal Dates/Times
Date | Time | Meal Type | Seating |
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Feb. 3-May 8 Monday-Thursday |
11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Lunch Menu | Walk-in |
Feb. 12 | 5:45-8 p.m. | Balkan Cuisine by Ory | Reservation |
Feb. 13 | 5:45-8 p.m. | BBQ by Scotty | Reservation |
Feb. 19 | 5:45-8 p.m. | Trip to South America by Susie | Reservation |
Feb. 20 | 5:45-8 p.m. | Lena's Banquet | Reservation |
Feb. 26 | 5:45-8 p.m. | Henry's Banquet | Reservation |
Feb. 27 | 5:45-8 p.m. | Chioatee's Table by Emma | Reservation |
Mar. 5 | 5:45-8 p.m. | European Tour Buffet | Reservation |
Mar. 6 | 5:45-8 p.m. | Korean Street Food Buffet | Reservation |
Mar. 10-Mar 13 | Closed - Spring Break | ||
Mar. 19 | 5:45-8 p.m. | Picnic by Megan | Reservation |
Mar. 20 | 5:45-8 p.m. | The Bold Harvest by Kenny | Reservation |
Mar. 24-Mar. 25 | Closed | ||
Mar. 26 | 5:45-8 p.m. | Jack's Banquet | Reservation |
Mar. 27 | 5:45-8 p.m. | Ratatouille by Andy | Reservation |
Apr. 2 | 5:45-8 p.m. | Kortney's Banquet | Reservation |
Apr. 3 | 5:45-8 p.m. | Murder Mystery by Logan | Reservation |
Apr. 7 | Closed | ||
Apr. 9 | 5:45-8 p.m. | A Night in Italy Buffet | Reservation |
Apr. 10 | 5:45-8 p.m. | Surf and Turf Buffet | Reservation |
Apr. 16 | 5:45-8 p.m. | Spring by Jenna | Reservation |
Apr. 17 | 5:45-8 p.m. | Ode to Nancy by Kenzie | Reservation |
Apr. 30 | 5:45-8 p.m. | Alice in Wonderland by Jo | Reservation |
May 1 | 5:45-8 p.m. | Casino Night by Tessa | Reservation |
May 7 | 5:45-8 p.m. | Brazil by Fernanda | Reservation |
May. 8 | Last Day Course will be open for the term |
Spring 2025 Lunch Menu
Shared Plates
Polenta Medallions 9 GF
red wine braised beef | gorgonzola | microgreens
Salmon Cakes 9
honey mustard aioli | chives
Handhelds
Served with choice of side. Gluten-free bun available.
Great Plains Burger 14
bacon marmalade | mushroom duxelle | onion straws | pepper jack | aioli | greens | house-made sesame bun
Reuben 14
corned beef | russian dressing | swiss cheese
sweet kraut | toasted rye bread
Burrata Caprese 13 V
burrata | arugula | sliced tomatoes | pesto aioli
balsamic glaze | toasted Italian baguette
Black Bean Burger 13 V
smoked corn relish | onion straw | honey-sriracha aioli
arugula | provolone | house-made sesame bun
Hot Honey Flatbread 12
pesto aioli | fontina cheese | tomatoes | chicken
hot honey | arugula
Entrees
Salmon 18
pan-seared salmon | mushroom compote | couscous
lemon garlic oil | microgreens
Steak Elote Salad 16 GF
marinated flank steak | elote | mixed greens
cotija cheese | tortilla strips | chili lime crema | tajin
Drunken Noodles 14 V *sub grilled chicken breast +3*
fried tofu | carrot | bell pepper | onion | zucchini
mushroom | black bean hoisin sauce | rice noodle
sesame | toasted cashew
Pork Loin 17 GF
grilled pork loin | peanut butter sauce
bacon peanut brittle | maple black pepper grits
microgreens
Sides
Steak Fries 4 V GF
house-cut russet | parmesan peppercorn ranch
House Salad 4 V GF
greens | carrot | tomato | cucumber | sunflower seed
Seasonal Vegetable 4
ask your server for our current offering
Soup du Jour 4
ask your server for our current offering
Curried Potato Salad 4 GF
red curry mayo | onion | peanut | cilantro
Sweets
Lemon Raspberry Tart 6 V
white peach coulis | tuille | crème chantilly
Seasonal Crème Brulee 6 V GF
Ask your server for our current offering
V-vegetarian GF-gluten-free
We will happily accommodate any dietary needs or restrictions.
*Consuming raw or undercooked meat, poultry, seafood, or eggs may increase your risk for foodborne illness.
Beverages
Iced Tea 2
Lemonade 2
Rishi Hot Tea 2
Earl Grey | Yuzu Peach Green | Black Limón | Peppermint | Turmeric Ginger | Blueberry
Hibiscus
House Roasted Coffee, regular or decaf 2
Local Partners
Absolutely Fresh Seafood - Omaha, NE
Course Ground Coffee - Lincoln, NE
Microgreen Gals - Lincoln, NE
Please call 402-437-2727 for reservations.
Course restaurant offers a unique venue for private celebrations such as birthday gatherings, retirement celebrations, rehearsal dinners and even fundraising events. Our space accommodates up to 65 guests for seated dinners and up to 75 for cocktail hour and open house-style gatherings.
Event requirements: $300 non-refundable deposit as well as a $500 minimum for all events.
Please contact us at course@southeast.edu for more information regarding menus, availability and pricing.