• Connecticut
  • Southington
  • Ideal Tavern

Ideal Tavern

(860) 863-5444
  • 142 Center Street, Southington, CT 06489
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  • Menu
  • Small Plates
    • Ideal Crabcake $13

      Roasted corn and summer tomato salsa, citrus, greens.

    • Vegetarian Sampler $13

      White bean hummus, falafel, tabouleh, cucumber-tomato salad.

    • "Angry" RI Clams $14

      Spicy chorizo, Thai chilies, white wine, garlic, shallots, lemon.

    • Brown Sugar-Cured Bacon $9

      Maple-Thai chili glaze.

    • Crispy Point Judith, RI Calamari $10

      Kalamata olives, cherry peppers; citrus aioli or marinara

    • Atlantic Tuna-Avocado Roll $13

      Roasted corn and summer tomato salsa, sriracha aioli.

    • Crispy Brussels Sprouts $10

      Charred onion puree, grated 'coach farm' goat cheese.

    • Charcuterie, Cheese, & Sausage Board $18

      Seasonal garnishes.

    • "Ideal" Nachos $10

      Caramelized onions, cherry peppers, Vermont cheddar, roasted garlic aioli, guacamole, arugula.

    • Shrimp & Grits $13

      Beer-battered wild-caught shrimp, vermont cheddar-roasted corn grits, corn puree.

    • Slow-Braised Berkshire Pork Belly $12

      Vermont cheddar-roasted corn grits, corn puree.

    • Kobe Beef Sliders $18

      Truffle aioli, roasted tomatoes, red onion "jam", provolone.

    • Ideal Poutine $10

      Cheddar cheese curds, pulled pork, herb gravy.

  • Eggs Benedict Brunch
    All accompanied with vermont cheddar grit "cake".
    • Crispy Chicken $14

      Roasted tomatoes, truffle hollandaise.

    • Maine Lobster $18

      Creamed spinach, truffle hollandaise.

    • Maple-Glazed Bacon $15

      Red onion jam, herb hollandaise.

  • Large Plates
    • Herb-Marinated Tavern Steak $27

      Vermont cheddar-roasted corn grits, spinach, veal reduction.

    • Herb-Marinated Wild Salmon $26

      Quinoa, spring vegetables, lemon, white wine broth.

    • Truffled-Summer Garden Vegetable Risotto $17

      Whipped ricotta.

    • Five-Spiced-Crusted Atlantic Tuna $28

      Baby vegetables, corn reduction.

    • Pan-Roasted Filet Mignon $33

      Roasted fingerling potatoes, creamed spinach, veal jus.

    • "Free-Bird" Bone-In Chicken Breast $24

      White beans, spring vegetables, charred onion emulsion.

    • Braised Veal Bolognese $20

      Pappardelle, aged Parmesan, whipped ricotta.

    • Fish & Chips $19

      Beer battered wild-caught cod, malt vinegar fries, slaw, malt aioli.

    • Berkshire Pork Chop $26

      Vermont cheddar grits, summer fruit compote, summer vegetables, corn emulsion.

  • Starters Brunch
    • Greek Vanilla Yogurt Parfait $12

      Seasonal fruit compote, chocolate granola, honey.

    • Pork Belly Sliders $12

      Kimchi aioli, honey- Thai chili glaze, red onion jam, roasted tomato, buttermilk biscuit.

    • Baby Arugula Salad $11

      Berries, shaved parmesan, sunflower seeds, radish, strawberry vinaigrette.

    • Point Judith Calamari $10

      Cherry peppers, olives, citrus aioli.

    • Asparagus Bisque $7

    • Grilled Asparagus $10

      Parmesan, toasted breadcrumbs, citrus aioli, sunny-side up egg.

    • Mozzarella Burrata $13

      Seasonal melon, prosciutto di parma, lemon olive oil, baby arugula.

    • Baby Spinach Salad $11

      Roasted tomato, red onion jam, maple-glazed thick-cut bacon, grated 'coach farm' goat cheese, buttermilk ranch vinaigrette.

    • Seasonal Fresh Fruit $11

      Melon, berries, pineapple, greek yogurt.

    • Shrimp & Grits $12

      Crispy beer-battered shrimp, vermont cheddar grits, coconut-carrot emulsion.

  • Burgers & Sandwiches Brunch
    • Pretzel-Chicken Wrap $12

      Roasted garlic creme, red onion jam, tomato jam, lettuce, provolone.

    • Spring Burger $14

      Artichoke aioli, caramelized onions, roasted tomatoes, guacamole, manchego.

    • 'BLTA' Grilled Cheese $14

      Apple wood-smoked bacon, tomato jam, arugula, avocado, Vermont cheddar, provolone.

    • Turkey Burger $14

      Roasted garlic aioli, caramelized onions, tomato jam, provolone.

    • "The Morning Pastrami" $14

      House-cured 'allen-brothers' corned beef, red onion jam, sunny-side up egg, sriracha aioli, English muffin.

    • 'Belly', Egg, & Cheese $13

      Crispy pork belly, over-easy eggs, Vermont cheddar, roasted tomatoes, lettuce, English muffin.

    • The Hangover Burger $16

      Coffee aioli, crispy pork belly, apple wood-smoked bacon, sunny-side up egg, caramelized onions, Vermont cheddar, English muffin.

  • Flatbreads
    • Prosciutto Di Parma $14

      Fig jam, Vermont goat cheese, arugula, fig balsamic.

    • Roasted Tomato $11

      Mozzarella, pesto.

    • Grilled Chicken $13

      Charred onion puree, caramelized onions, applewood-smoked bacon, manchego, buttermilk ranch.

    • Italian Sausage $13

      Tomato sauce, caramelized onions, whipped ricotta.

  • Greens & Such
    • Grilled Asparagus $12

      Baby greens, charred onion puree, shaved Parmesan, extra virgin olive oil.

    • Spring Chopped $10

      Greens, summer garden vegetables, lemon-poppy seed vinaigrette.

    • Buffalo Mozzarella $13

      Prosciutto di parma, summer heirloom tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil.

    • Baby Arugula $11

      Blueberries, strawberries, sunflower seeds, shaved Parmesan, strawberry-balsamic vinaigrette.

    • Baby Iceberg Wedge $12

      Heirloom tomatoes, blue cheese, brown sugar-cured bacon, buttermilk ranch.

    • Ideal House Salad $9

      Spring mix, sunflower seeds, manchego, honey-sherry vinaigrette.

  • Entrees Brunch
    • Oven-Roasted Scottish Salmon $25

      Spring vegetables, red quinoa, guava reduction.

    • Maine Lobster Papparadelle $26

      Roasted tomatoes, caramelized onions, herbs, Parmesan.

    • Buttermilk Waffle $14

      Seasonal berry compote, whipped cream.

    • Grilled 'Allen Brothers' Petite Filet Mignon $28

      Roasted potatoes, creamed spinach, veal reduction.

    • Crispy Fish & Chips $19

      Beer-battered wild caught cod, sweet potato fries, cabbage slaw, house-made tartar sauce.

    • Biscuits & Gravy $16

      Vermont cheddar-caramelized onion biscuit, house-made italian sausage gravy, sunny-side up eggs.

    • Brioche French Toast $12

      Peanut butter sauce, toasted meringue.

    • Waffles & Chicken $20

      Buttermilk waffle, pretzel-chicken, Vermont maple, honey-sriracha creme.

    • Veal Bolognese $20

      Pappardelle, Parmesan, whipped ricotta.

    • 'Allen Brothers' Steak & Eggs $22

      Grilled tavern steak, sunny-side up eggs, spring vegetables, roasted potatoes, artichoke aioli.

  • Between The Buns
    • The California Burger $14

      Artichoke aioli, guacamole, tomato 'jam', red onion 'jam', provolone, brioche.

    • "Blue Label" Burger $14

      Roasted garlic aioli, blue cheese, pork belly, lettuce, caramelized onions, brioche.

    • Pulled Pork Sandwich $14

      Barbeque reduction, caramelized onions, Vermont cheddar, slaw, sunny-side egg, brioche.

    • Veggie Burger $14

      Beet-quinoa 'patty', charred onion puree, roasted tomatoes, avocado, Vermont goat cheese, brioche.

    • "Figgy Piggy" Grilled Cheese $14

      Manchego, provolone, Vermont cheddar, fig jam, apple wood-smoked bacon.

    • Ideal Burger $14

      Truffle aioli, manchego cheese, applewood-smoked bacon, sunny-side egg, brioche.

    • Pretzel-Chicken Wrap $12

      Horseradish creme, red onion 'jam', tomato 'jam', spring mix, provolone.

    • The Piggy Burger $15

      Barbeque reduction, pork belly, applewood-smoked bacon, Vermont cheddar, brioche.

    • Adult Grilled Cheese $12

      Provolone, Vermont cheddar, roasted tomatoes, red onion 'jam', sourdough.

  • Sweet Endings
    • Affogato $7

      Salted caramel ice cream, espresso, chocolate croutons.

    • Whipped Ricotta $8

      Berry compote.

    • "Ideal" Sundae $7

      Graham cracker-chocolate covered honeycomb ice cream, cookie crumbs, malt powder, caramel-rice crispies, whipped cream, waffle cup.

    • Flourless Dark Chocolate Torte $9

      Toasted meringue, caramelized banana, chocolate "crunchies," sweet cream ice cream.

  • Ideal Mac & Cheese
    • Garden Vegetable $16

    • Crispy Chicken $14

      Roasted tomatoes.

    • Ideal Mac & Cheese $13

      Mascarpone cream, crispy panko.

    • Applewood Smoked Bacon $16

      Spinach, caramelized onions.

    • Pulled Pork $17

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