Sample Dinner Menu

Menu Changes Daily

First Courses‎

Olives Green + back olives marinated in olive oil, chili, herb + citrus	$5.00
Guacamole Made to order with house-made tortilla chips	$11.00
P.E.I Mussels Sauteed with chorizo, garlic, shallots, herbs, white wine, + butter	$14.00
Soup Creamy winter squash puree with grana padano + fried parsley	$10.00
Mystic Cheese Melinda Mae with roasted winter squash, sage, brown butter, guanciale + preserved autumn olive honey	$14.00
Parsnips Roasted‎ in beef fat-with apple butter, red wine-braised duck, garlic chive capers, rye crisps + herbs	$13.00
Shrimp Seared shell-on with garlic confit, calabrian chilies, hazelnuts, lemon + winter savory	$15.00
Scallop Crudo Raw stonington scallops with pears, lemon crème fraiche, celery, poppy seeds + nori	$15.00
Roasted Beets With chili yogurt, mint, pickled shallots, grapefruit, za'atar spice + dried black olives	$14.00
Classic Caesar Romaine lettuce, house-made dressing, grana padano cheese, + croutons	$10.00
Local Greens Fennel, apples, watermelon radishes, walnuts, feta + buttermilk-poppy seed dressing	$0.00

Main Courses‎

Fluke Cornmeal fried with grilled wellstone farm lettuce, buttermilk ranch, pickled shallots + crispy ham	$29.00
Monkfish Pan roasted-with braised white bean + swiss chard, shaved kohlrabi, parsley + fried capers	$29.00
New York Strip Steak Grilled-with roasted fingerling potatoes + carrots, blue cheese fonduta + saba	$34.00
Chicken Grilled boneless thigh and leg with braised black beans, salsa guajillo, + an avocado, red onion, cilantro salad	$25.00
Ramen Lightly smoked pork, dry aged veal, chicken + shoyu broth with tokyo style noodles, braised tofu + pork, fried chicken, soy marinated egg, spicy sesame oil, pickled shiitake + scallions	$22.00
Soeltl Farm Beef Burger Cheddar cheese, homemade pickles, ketchup + greens on brioche- served with french fries	$15.00
Lobster Sandwich Warm butter poached stonington lobster on brioche with lemon + sea salt-served with greens	$20.00
Homemade Pasta Spaghetti with stonington calamari, mussels, garlic, tomato sauce + herbs 17/25	$0.00
Crispy 'the Bridge' Tofu Sauteed with local vegetables, rice noodles + spicy thai chili lime sauce	$18.00

Desserts‎

20% gratuity will be added to parties of 6 or more River tavern supports our local farmers and fishermen by using local products whenever possible. We believe that eating local is an important part of sustaining ourselves, our community and our environment, and it just tastes better! Consuming raw or under-cooked meats, poultry, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.

Souffle Flourless bittersweet molten chocolate cake- please order ahead	$12.00
Date Pudding Toshi's date pudding with dark rum caramel sauce +fresh whipped cream– please order ahead	$12.00
Key Lime Tart Served with whipped cream	$8.00
Apple Crostade Local apple tart with crème fraiche + cider honey	$8.00
Olive Oil Cake With roasted pears, persimmon jam, whipped crème fraiche + walnuts	$8.00
Sundae vanilla ice cream with pistachio, whipped cream +  Italian cherries	$7.00

First Courses‎

Olives Green + back olives marinated in olive oil, chili, herb + citrus	$5.00
Guacamole Made to order with house-made tortilla chips	$11.00
Soup Creamy lobster bisque with croutons + fried parsley	$10.00
Classic Caesar Salad Romaine greens, house-made dressing, grana padano cheese + croutons	$10.00
Local Greens Fennel, apples, watermelon radishes, walnuts, feta + buttermilk poppy-seed dressing	$12.00
Fried Squid + Shrimp With‎ sweet potato, homemade hot sauce + pickled onions	$14.00
Scallop Crudo Raw stonington scallops with lemon creme fraiche, pickled pears, poppy seeds, celery + nori	$15.00
P.E.I Mussels Sauteed with garlic, shallots, white wine, chilies, + herbs	$14.00
Pig Head Crispy pork head terrine with mustard, fried broccoli, pickled green tomato, anchovy + sorrel	$13.00

Main Courses‎

Falafel Fried + served with hummus, tomatoes, cucumber, lettuce, pickled onions, spice yogurt sauce, pine nuts, + orange-cilantro dressing	$12.00
Soeltl Farm Beef Burger Cheddar cheese, homemade pickles, ketchup + greens on brioche- served with french fries	$15.00
Smoked Salmon Sandwich Caper whipped cream cheese, sliced red onion on ciabatta bread-served with local greens	$15.00
Lobster Sandwich Warm lobster with butter + lemon on brioche-served with lettuce + tomato salad	$20.00
Scallops Pan seared-with radish top mayo, roasted radishes + fried polenta	$20.00
Veal Cutlet Crisp fried with fingerling potatoes and tomatillo salsa verde	$19.00
Pho Vietnamese style rice noodle soup with braised veal + duck, red onions, shaved veal + herbs	$18.00
Housemade Pasta Pappardelle with shrimp, shallots + sherry cream sauce	$17.00
Crispy 'the Bridge' Tofu Sauteed with local vegetables + sweet chili sauce	$18.00

Desserts‎

20% gratuity will be added to parties of 6 or more River tavern supports our local farmers and fishermen by using local products whenever possible. We believe that eating local is an important part of sustaining ourselves, our community and our environment, and it just tastes better! Consuming raw or under-cooked meats, poultry, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.

Date Pudding Toshi's baked to order date pudding with dark rum caramel sauce + whipped cream-please order ahead	$12.00
Apple Fritters Served with house-made ice cream	$8.00
Beet Panna Cotta With torta caprese, meringue + white chocolate ice cream	$8.00
Apples Roasted in white wine + honey-served with whipped mascarpone + crushed amaretti cookies	$8.00

Champagne & Sparkling Wines‎

Paul Clouet Grand Cru Big, toasty, full bodied, pinot dominated champagne	$100.00
Moët & Chandon Dom Pérignon Brut it’s Dom Pérignon – enough said!	$0.00
Canard-Duchêne Brut rose N.V. Very elegant, with graphite, cherry, citrus Aromas + flavors	$110.00
Crémant d’Alsace: Ehrhart Cuvée Prestige N.V. 100% chardonnay, clean, creamy + refreshing!	$45.00
Crémant d’Alsace rosé: Albrecht Brut N.V. Very creamy + pure -from the pinot noir grape	$40.00
Méthode Champenoise: Gloria Ferrer Brut N.V. surprisingly‎ serious from California, creamy, distinguishing Pear	$34.00

Rose‎

Sangiovese rosato: Carpineto 2014 Tuscan Pale pink rosé with floral + fresh characteristics With a  clean finish	$32.00
Pinot noir rosé: La petite Perriere 2014 Straightforward + fresh with raspberries, strawberries + violets- from Loire	$25.00
Gren/Cinsault rosé: Miraval Côtes du Provence 2014 Surprisingly clean, refreshing + classy rosé  from Provence	$72.00
Cabernet sauvignon rosé: Mulderbosch  Coastal Region 2014 Blood-orange, cherry + black currant with fragrant sandalwood from S. Africa	$25.00
Cabernet/Syrah rosé: Los Vascos Colchagua  2014 made by the Rothschild team, a bright + juicy with plum + cherry tomato, from Chile	$24.00
Pinot Noir Blanc: Belle Glos  ‘Oeil de Perdrix’ Sonoma 2014 A fascinating American rosé with aromas of cherry + a hint of mint	$50.00

White Wines‎ - Germany

Riesling spätlese: Thanish Bernkasteler Doctor Marmalade + preserved-peach, bright, citrus acidity	$0.00
Riesling kabinett: Schloss Schönborn Marcobrunn 2008 Rich, full, intense But light + airy	$45.00
Riesling auslese: Prinz Hallgartener Jungfer 2005 HALF BOTTLE Rich, Sweet, intense, spices + honey	$36.00

White Wines‎ - Austria

Riesling federspiel: Prager Steinriegl 2012 Powerful, stuffed with fruit + minerality	$48.00
Grüner veltliner: Anton Bauer Rosenberg 2013 Spice, juicy, creamy, elegant + a lively finish	$41.00

White Wines‎ - Alsace

Pinot Auxerrois: Domaine Ehrhart 2013 Round + slightly off-dry, with juicy fresh red apple Fruit	$54.00
Riesling: Domaine Zind Humbrecht 2012 Ripe citrus fruit with Tangy acidity	$55.00

White Wines‎ - Italy

Chard/Riesling/Gewurt: Franz Haas  Manna 2011 Crazy Good blend that is beautifully layered, complex + delicious!	$75.00
Manzoni bianco: Foradori Fontanasanta 2010 Similar to Riesling + pinot blanc ; Honey, jasmine, lime, orange-peel  + verbena	$62.00
Rondinella Bianco: Zyme 'Black to White' 2012 This Medium-bodied rare white is fruity, floral + spicy!	$50.00
Langhe-Arneis: Elvio Tintero 2014 A straightforward +fresh white; hints of almond	$34.00
Pecorino: Tenuta Torre Raone 2013 Organic, grapefruit, honeysuckle, subtle quince, Grass + ripe stone fruit	$25.00
Vermentino: Solosole 2013 Fresh, mineral, crisp, green fruit + herbal hints	$39.00
Zibibbo (moscato): Donnafugata Lighea 2011 Crisp, Aromatic, fruity + floral dry version of muscat	$60.00

White Wines‎ - Loire

Quincy: Domaine Adèle Rouzé 2013 A Zippy sauvignon blanc with plenty of citrus + herbal flavors	$54.00
Vouvray sec: C & P Breton la Dilettante Organic; pear, lime, melon, pineapple, lovely Chenin blanc	$0.00
Sauvignon Blanc: Domaine Plouzeau Touraine Mineral driven, zesty, honey dew melon	$0.00

White Wines‎ - Burgundy

Mâcon-Villages: Louis‎ Max 2013 Lovely, creamy, pure + fresh chardonnay	$32.00
Bourgogne blanc: Pierre Morey 2012 Bright, fresh, lemony chard	$65.00
Pinot Gris: Bourgogne Côte Saint Jacques 2012 Unusual + Rare, un-acidic + floral, perfect for spring + summer!	$50.00
Petit Chablis: La Chablisienne 2013 Dry, minerally, lime + honey scented chardonnay	$34.00
Meursault 1er cru: Matrot Charmes 2007 Butter yellow color, apple butter nose, Hazelnut, medium finish	$140.00
Montagny 1er cru: de Montille Les Coères 2010 Medium-bodied flavors With an energetic, crisp, bone dry + linear finish	$72.00
Pouilly-Fuissé: Louis  Jadot Ferret 2013 Powerful, honeyed chard With structure	$84.00

White Wines‎ - Bordeaux

Graves-Pessac-Leognan: Château Carbonnieux 2006 Fruitcake, brown butter & almonds	$95.00
Graves-Pessac Leognan: Château Olivier 2005 Smoky lemon, beeswax + dried spices	$95.00
Bordeaux blanc: Château Tour de Mirambeau 2013 More toasty than fruity, vanilla + tropical Fruits underneath	$28.00

White Wines‎ - Rhone

Châteauneuf-du-Pape blanc: Château La Nerthe 2013 Rich, toasty scents + a creamy texture, a Classic!

$92.00

White Wines‎ - Spain

Rioja Sierra cantabria organza 2006 rich, exotic, fig, melon, honey & nuts

$52.00

White Wines‎ - South Africa

Chenin Blanc: False Bay 2013 Ripe apple aromas, honeyed aromatics + citrus Lemon acidity on the long finish

$28.00

White Wines‎ - New Zealand

Sauvignon blanc: MoMo Organic + Biodynamic with white has snappy Grapefruit, citrus zest + lemon	$0.00
Sauvignon blanc: Matua 2014 Bright + Lively gooseberry + passion fruit characters with a hint of lime	$28.00

White Wines‎ - America

Pinot Gris: Sweet Cheeks Willamette Valley 2013 Fresh Apple, pear + citrus notes; creamy, elegant + stylish!	$35.00
Riesling: A to Z 2014 Juice + Textured, off dry sweetness, good weight + balance, zippy acidity + ripe Fruit	$30.00
Vermentino/Grenache Blanc: Edmunds St. John 'Heart of Gold' 2014 Musky, mineral, spice-accented	$45.00
Fumé Blanc (sauvignon blanc): Ferrari Carano Sonoma County 2014 Meyer Lemon, grapefruit, mango + subtle oak	$27.00
Sauvignon Blanc: Atalon Napa Valley 2012 Dry + Crisp with acidity: stainless steel + partially aged in neutral oak barrels	$60.00
Chardonnay: Talbott Kali Hart 2005 2005    fresh, pretty Strawberry fruit & lush texture	$48.00
Chardonnay: MacRostie ‘Wildcat Mountain’ Sonoma County Green Apple, toast, honey + spicy oak	$0.00
Chardonnay: Matanzas Creek  Sonoma County 2012 A beautiful chard, fruit + oak, vibrant balance	$50.00
Chardonnay: Flowers Sonoma County 2013 Medium Bodied with a crisp acidity + distinctive minerality	$120.00

Red Wines‎ - Chile

Syrah/Shiraz: Montes Folly 2010 Layered, dense, complex, Velvety, berry notes + adventurous

$150.00

Red Wines‎ - Argentina

Malbec Blend: Achaval Ferrer Quimera 2011 Mostly cab + malbec with a superb nose of toasty Black fruit

$92.00

Red Wines‎ - Australia

Syrah/Shiraz: Mollydooker ‘Carnival of Love’ McLaren Vale 2011 Rich, powerful, full-bodied, smooth + polished

$88.00

Red Wines‎ - South Africa

Pinotage: False Bay 2013 Easy drinking crowd-pleaser + the perfect Match for a pork belly dish or barbecue

$35.00

Red Wines‎ - Austria

Pinot noir: Johanneshof Reinisch Niederösterreich 2012 fresh‎ clean fruit driven style of Pinot, easy Drinking  + killer!

$32.00

Red Wines‎ - America

Pinot noir: Evening Land Willamette Valley  2013 Pure, complex & firm cherry t	$51.00
Syrah/GrenachePinot Noir: Boedecker ‘Stewart’ Willamette Valley 2011 Silky  + elegant with flavors of raspberry + cherry	$60.00
Pinot Noir: Angela Yamhill-Carlton 2011 Ken Wright produced, silky + definitely worth trying	$92.00
Pinot/Syrah/Merlot: Sweet Cheeks ‘Pinot Fusion’  S.Willamette Valley 2012 Phenomenal blend of fruit + backbone!t	$40.00
Cabernet sauvignon: Cliff Lede  ‘Stags Leap District’ Napa Valley 2011 Cardamom, star anise + clove	$145.00
Cabernet sauvignon: Galerie Napa Valley 2012 Velvety mouth feel, tannin filled, fruit concentrated, long finish	$100.00
Cabernet sauvignon: Fidelity Alexander Valley 2012 Zesty red, with bright cherry + spice aromas +lively red currant	$45.00
Cabernet sauvignon: Stonestreet Monument Ridge Alexander Valley 2010 Pure, fragrant, complex + stylish	$98.00
Merlot: Freemark Abbey Napa Valley 2012 Dense Plum, chocolate, berries, tobacco leaf, forest floor + mocha	$90.00
Rhône blend: Edmunds St. John ‘Rocks  + Gravel’ Sonoma Wild Cherry + brambly aromas- no new oak!	$0.00
Pinot noir: Kesner ‘The Gate’ Sonoma 2012 From Kistler winemaker Jason Kesner, this is one amazing pinot	$88.00
Pinot noir: Wente ‘Riva Ranch’ Arroyo SecoMonterey 2012 Crisp, natural acidity, Delicate tannins, fruity finish	$55.00
Syrah: Tensley Santa Barbera 2013 Dark + Intense syrah with highlights of red plums + cherries; earthiness	$69.00

France‎ - Loire

Cabernet Franc: Domaine de la Pepiere La Pepie 2014 Fresh, Floral, juicy – perfect summer red

$30.00

France‎ - Burgundy

Fixin: Domaine Michel Magnien 2012 Rustic, earthy, burgundy – old school!	$70.00
Gevrey-Chambertin: Michel Magnien Seuvrées-VieillesVignes 2012 Classic, unmanipulated, pure Burgundy	$105.00
Vosne Romanée 1er cru: Jadot les Suchots 2011 Young, fresh, already complex + rich	$165.00
Nuits St. George 1er cru: de Montille Aux Thorey 2007 Mature, complex, fragrant + lovely	$130.00
Nuits St. George 1er cru: Bouchard Argillières 2005 Lovely, aromatic, classy pinot, pure + spicy	$165.00
Savigny-lès-Beanue: Jadot La Dominode 2007 Red berry aromas + flavors lead this vivacious Wine	$105.00
Chassagne-Montrachet 1er cru: Ramonet Clos de la Boudriotte 2009 Perfect, complex, rich but airy	$135.00

France‎ - Bordeaux

St. Emilion: Château Simard 2004 Smooth, creamy, spiced blend of merlot + cabernet	$70.00
St. Emilion reserve speciale:‎ Baron Rothschild 2012 Aromas of berries + licorice, full-bodied, harmonious + dense	$92.00
Pauillac: Château Moulin de Duhart 2011 black cherry, smoke, fresh, chewy Cabernet flavors with freshness +cassis	$115.00
Haut Mèdoc: Château Caronne St. Gemme 2012 Smoky, sappy, pure black currant fruit	$48.00
Margaux: Château Durfort-Vivens 2009 Primary fruit with juicy red currants + cherries, youthful, vigorous + ready to be enjoyed!it	$85.00

France‎ - Rhone

Cornas: Lionnet Terre Brulèe 2007 Powerful, meaty, masculine- syrah all day long	$100.00
Côte du Rhône: M + S Ogier Le Temps Est Venu Very juicy + inviting, raspberry, brambly Structure e	$0.00
Châteauneuf du Pape: Vieux  Lazaret 2012 Dense‎ + chewy in texture, sweet cherry + dark Berry preserve flavors	$72.00
Châteauneuf-du-Pape: Château la Nerthe 2011 Light on the nose, medium bodied + from a fantastic producer!	$92.00
Chateauneuf-Du-Pape: Chateau de beaucastel 2009 MAGNUM Soft tannins, silky with a long & authoritative finish-fantastic!	$425.00

France‎ - Spain

Rioja: Romeo la Viña de Andres 2003 100% tempranillo, massive, powerful modern style	$200.00
Rioja reserva: Muga 2010 Full, rich, classically oaky + structured tempranillo	$50.00
Tempranillo: Puertas Novas Crianza 2004 Mature tannins, plum, raisins + spice	$42.00
Garnacha: Borsao Tres Picos  2009 Fragrant nose, black pepper and clove, dense	$30.00
Syrah/merlot blend: Sincronia 2013 Smoky, dark berries, mineral aromas + bright white pepper	$48.00
Samsó crianza: Casa Mariol 2011 Intense, crunchy + spicy fruit with mineral structure	$27.00

France‎ - Italy

Merlot: Scarbolo 2012 Soft + silky body with sweet tannins + balanced structure; aromas of wild berries +  violets

$32.00

France‎