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Our Menu

DinnerLunchDesserts

Bougetz Cellars Parched, Red Blend 2018 Napa Valley 20/gls or 50/btl. 53% Cabernet Sauvignon 25% Petite Sirah, 12% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc, 2% Malbec, and 1% Petit Verdot The wine exhibits a dark, inky red color, with a richness on the mid-palate, reminiscent of luscious, dark fruit. Layered well with spice and toasty oak

Starters

Ginger Pork Dumplings photo

Ginger Pork Dumplings

$11.00
Unagi sauce, scallions, red bell pepper
Petite Beef Wellington* photo

Petite Beef Wellington*

$21.00
Beef tenderloin, mushroom duxelles, puff pastry, demi

Crispy Brussel Sprouts (GF)

$12.00
Bacon, sherry vinaigrette

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail

$25.00
Chilled jumbo shrimp(5), cocktail sauce

Italian Meatball Pomodoro

$13.00
Farmers cheese, pickled onion
Korean Fried Cauliflower photo

Korean Fried Cauliflower

$12.00
Gochujang sauce, sesame seed, green onion

Blackened Ahi Tuna (GF)

$16.00
4oz Seared tuna, avocado, ponzu
Charcuterie Board (GFM) photo

Charcuterie Board (GFM)

$22.00
Chef’s choice artisanal cheese (2) & meats (3) beer mustard, cornishon relish, dried figs
Truffled Frites (GF) photo

Truffled Frites (GF)

$10.00
Truffle oil, roasted garlic aioli, parmesan cheese

Salad

Caesar (GFM)

$12.00
Crisp romaine, shaved parmesan, fried capers, house crouton

Grilled Baby Bok Choy (GF)

$17.00
Feta, crispy prosciutto, marcona almond, sherry vinaigrette

Blue Iceburg (GFM)

$16.00
Maytag blue cheese dressing, smoked bacon, grape tomato, pickled onion

Aura Salad (GFM)

$13.00
Fried goat cheese, spring mix, strawberries, spiced pecans, red onion, balsamic vinaigrette

Seafood & Chops

Upgrades & Add Ons: Grilled Colossal Shrimp (2) $12, Maytag Blue Cheese Crumbles $9, Jumbo Lump Crab Crusted $15

Shrimp Diablo (GF)

$29.00
Spicy sautéed jumbo shrimp, linguine cherry tomato, ancho white wine

Glazed Salmon* (GF)

$26.00
Honey sriracha glazed, citrus arugula salad, smashed gold potatoes

Pan Seared Seabass* (GF)

$49.00
Corn & tomato relish grilled asparagus

Petite Rack of Lamb* (GF)

$46.00
Rosemary garlic roasted NZ lamb, patatas brava

Tomahawk Pork Chop* (GF)

$39.00
14oz grilled Duroc pork garlic mashed, creamy marsala

16oz New York Strip* (GF)

$53.00
Cabernet butter, braised mushrooms

8oz Filet Mignon* (GF)

$46.00
White cheddar mashed, crispy onion, demi-glace

Entrées

Chicken Picatta (GF)

$23.00
Sauteed chicken breast, lemon caper cream, green beans

Short Rib Stroganoff

$21.00
Braised short ribs, mushrooms, sour cream, papparadelle

5 Spiced Duck Breast* (GF)

$36.00
Revelton Mulberry Gin orange glaze, balsamic braised baby bock choy

Dinner for 2

Large board for 2-4s

Butcher's Board* photo

Butcher's Board*

$47.00
16oz Miso glazed petite tender, jalapeno relish, frites, garlic aioli
Aura Surf & Turf* (GF) photo

Aura Surf & Turf* (GF)

$99.00
16oz Crab Crusted NY strip, 6oz glazed salmon, 2 Grilled Colossal Shrimp

Sides

Grilled Asparagus

$15.00
Citrus marinade, chili flakes

Short Rib Mac & Cheese

$17.00
Roasted jalapenos, seasoned panko

Herb Roasted Carrots

$16.00
Lemon thyme honey, spiced pecans, goat cheese

Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

$12.00

Braised Mushrooms

$16.00
Red wine demi glace, garlic, herbs

Sauteed Green Beans

$14.00
White wine, garlic, basil

GF - Gluten free | *Thoroughly cooking foods of animal origin such as beef, eggs, fish, lamb, milk, poultry or shellfish reduces the risk of foodborne illness. Individuals with certain health conditions may be at higher risk if these foods are consumed raw or undercooked

Tapas & Lavash

Korean Fried Cauliflower

$12.00
Gochujang, sesame, green onions

Truffled Frites (GF)

$8.00
Truffle oil, parmesan, roasted garlic aioli

Ginger Pork Dumpling

$10.00
Unagi sauce, green onions

Crispy Brussel Sprouts (GF)

$12.00
Lardons, sherry vinaigrette

Honey Garlic Chicken Lavash

$15.00
Garlic oil, honey, figs, white cheddar

Caprese Lavash

$13.00
Mozzarella, marinated tomato, balsamic reduction, basil

Poached Pear & Maytag Blue Lavash

$14.00
White cheddar, spicy pecan, garlic oil, sage & lemon honey

Salads

Grilled Chicken Caesar

$14.00
Crisp romaine, shaved parmesan, fried capers, croutons | sub ~ salmon* (6oz) 4 ~ jumbo shrimp(3ea) 6

Citrus Salmon Salad* (GF)

$18.00
Mixed greens, feta, slivered almond, red onion, orange segments, citrus dill vinaigrette

Steak Salad* (GF)

$19.00
4oz tenderloin, crispy shallot, avocado, blue cheese, red onion, tomato, blue cheese vinaigrette

Lunch Entrées

Chicken Picatta (GF)

$14.00
Lemon caper cream sauce, green beans

Pork Belly Mac & Cheese

$14.00
Shredded pork belly, roasted jalapeno, seasoned bread crumbs

Beef Stroganoff

$19.00
Braised short ribs, mushrooms, pappardelle

Handhelds

Served with choice of house frites, green salad or caeser

Blackened Chicken Wrap

$14.00
Greens, marinated tomatoes, guacamole, garlic aioli, white cheddar, spinach wrap.

Philly Cheese Steak*

$16.00
Seared ribeye, peppers, onion, american cheese, toasted hoagie roll

Italian Meatball

$13.00
Farmers cheese, pickled onion, toasted hoagie roll

Crispy Chicken Sliders (2)

$14.00
Buffalo blue cheese aioli

Aura Sliders* (2)

$14.00
White cheddar, bacon, house burger sauce

Salmon Club*

$18.00
Bacon, marinated tomato, avocado, arugula, garlic aioli, grilled focaccia

Steak Quesadilla*

$15.00
Petite tender, sauteed peppers & onion, roasted jalapeno, white cheddar, ancho aioli

Desserts

Sweet Treats

Tuxedo Bomb

$12.00
Thin bottom layer of chocolate cake, the middle is filled with vanilla and chocolate mousse cream filling covered with a chocolate frosting. Light and creamy.

Cheesecake Brulee

$12.00
Smooth and creamy cheesecake with a brulee topping.

Lava Cake

$12.00
Chocolate molten cake served warm with chocolate sauce in the center. Try it Al a mode for an upcharge.

Sorbet

$5.00
Dairy free frozen desserts. Lemon & Passon Fruit is available.

Gelato

$5.00
Dark chocolate or vanilla bean
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