Private Events
at Ohio City

Our Ohio City Kitchen & Shop is a special place to have your birthday party, baby or bridal shower, business meeting, or other private events. We offer a unique space that overlooks our ice cream kitchen, where we handcraft our ice creams, baked ingredients, toppings, and sauces.

Find answers to common private event questions at our FAQ section.

 

Room Reservation Costs

Rialto Room $300

3-hour reservation (minimum)
seated capacity 50

Your reservation includes a Mitchell's host dedicated to preparing the room before your arrival, preparing your selected menu items, and assisting with clean-up after your event.

Available Furniture:

  • (10) 4-top finished wood top tables

  • (50) chairs

  • (4) 6' folding tables (table coverings not provided)

Additional Hours $75/hour

If you'd like your reservation to go beyond the 3-hour minimum, each additional hour will be $75. For example, if you choose a reservation from 12 pm - 5 pm, your room rental fee would be $450. 

Setup and breakdown is included in your reservation time and we recommend planning for a minimum of 30-minutes before your guest's arrival for setup and a minimum of 30-minutes after your guest's departure for breakdown

 

Ice Cream & Toppings Costs

A tasty treat for all your guests will ensure all have a good time. There is a $50 minimum for Scooped Ice Cream or Free Scoop Certificates with every private event.

Scooped Ice Cream 

Choose a scoop size you'd like to offer your guests. For parties over 20 guests, we require a pre-scooped order 2-weeks before your event date. For a listing of our current flavors click here.

  • Junior Scoops: $3.95/guest

  • Single Scoops: $4.95/guest

  • Taster's Duos: $4.95/guest

Sundae Bar Add-On (optional)

Treat your guests to a self-serve toppings bar! The sundae bar is an add-on for any scooped ice cream option. The toppings bar will be set up upon your arrival and maintained throughout your event. For a listing of our current toppings click here.

  • Sundae Bar - choice of three toppings: $4.50/guest

  • Sundae Bar - choice of five toppings: $6.00/guest

  • Sundae Bar - choice of ten toppings: $11.00/guest

  • Sundae Bar Add-Ons

    • Brownie Wedge: $2/wedge

Free Scoop Certificates

Free Scoop Certificates can be purchased in place of a scooped ice cream option. Guests will be able to redeem the certificate for a complimentary Single Scoop or Taster's Duo at the customer service counter.

Each certificate is $4.95 but if you purchase 50+ certificates you’ll receive a 5% discount on the certificates. Please note, guests will need to wait in the customer service line with this option. Free Scoop Certificates are also redeemable at any Mitchell’s location and never expire.

Reserve Your Date

Step 1: Select date, time, and provide a guest count 

Step 2: Review our deposit agreement

Step 3: Provide contact information and accept terms and conditions

Step 4: Authorize credit card and place order 

Your reservation is not confirmed and your deposit is not processed until your request is approved by your Event Coordinator. Please allow 24-48 hours to confirm your reservation.

A signed contract along with a $100 deposit must be received to reserve your date and time. Your deposit will credit towards your final costs. The deposit is non-refundable if your event is canceled less than 14 days prior to the event date. When you’re ready to book your date click on the button below and submit your information.

Not ready to book your date but have some general questions about the event you’re planning? Click on the button below and complete our inquiry form.

FAQ

Food & Drinks

  • Guests may bring food and/or use a catering company of their choice. Please note there is no kitchen or food preparation area available nor does Mitchell’s provide serving containers, utensils, or ice for food and beverages.

  • Alcohol is permitted but cannot be sold on-site. No alcoholic beverages are permitted outside the Rialto Room. Please see the full rental agreement for additional terms and conditions.

  • All final menu selections are required to be made 2 weeks prior to your event.

Decor & Rentals 

  • You may bring your own personal or rented decorations/displays for your event. Items may not be secured with nails or permanent tape. If necessary, removable tape is acceptable if it does not damage the walls and/or furniture. All décor must be reviewed prior to the event date.

  • A chalkboard sign will be displayed at the bottom of the stairs

  • Your Mitchell’s host will assist with getting you and your belongings settled in the room but all decorating is the responsibility of the party.

  • All outside entertainment is required to be approved by your Event Coordinator prior to your event. Live animals are not permitted inside of Mitchell’s.