Appetizers
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Escargot en Tuscani
6 ea. Pernod, garlic, herbs, fried parsley, baked in Toscani bread
$21
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Steamed Hama Hama Clams
Dinosaur kale, pickled onion, Calabrian nduja sausage, fried bread
$27
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*Baked Garlic Prawns “Andalucía”
Spanish chorizo, piquillo pepper, Castelvetrano olives
$26
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*Freshly-Shucked Oysters on The Half Shell
Chili-lime cocktail sauce & horseradish
6 for 26
12 for 52
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Center-Cut Wild Abalone Medallion
Monterey artichokes, golden beet “carpaccio”, spring asparagus & wild mushroom risotto, truffle-pea broth
Market Price
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*Wild California Sardines
Sustainable, lightly smoked, onions, chopped egg,
lemon & capers, arugula$19
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Baked Dungeness Crab & Castroville Artichoke “Pot”
Grilled sourdough bread
$39
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Basket of Calamari
With our own calamari puffs, cocktail & remoulade sauce
$27
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Crab Filled Baked Mushrooms
Lemon beurre blanc sauce
$27
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GREEN CURRY MUSSELS
Napa cabbage, ginger, scallions, coconut milk & kaffir lime leaf
$24
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The Factory’s Famous Cheese Bread | Since 1968
Tillamook cheddar, Romano & parmesan cheeses
on toasted sourdough bread$13.5
Combination Appetizers
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Hot Appetizer Tasting Plate
Baked dungeness crab & castroville artichoke “pot”, grilled sourdough, fried pacific calamari, six grilled prawns, beurre blanc sauce (items prepared for 2 to 3)
$115
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*Chilled Seafood Indulgence
Maine lobster tail, wild pacific prawns, seasonal pacific oysters, clams, sardines & shrimp meat; assortment of dipping sauces (items prepared for 2 to 3)
$115
Soups & Salads
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“The World Famous” Abalone Bisque
Bacon, chives, Madeira wine, our own creation served at “Taste of America” for President Reagan's inauguration
Cup $17
Bowl $19
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Local Favorite “Monterey Bay” Clam Chowder
Manhattan style with tomato
Cup $15
Bowl $17
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Prosciutto & Fresh Burrata
Carmel Valley Fattoria Muia olive oil, slow-roasted sweet 100 tomatoes, cured black olives, garlic croutons, arugula pesto, pepper cress
$26
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*House Salad of Baby Mixed Greens
House, blue cheese, or candied garlic dressing
$15.5
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Classic Caesar Salad
Locally grown romaine lettuce, creamy garlic anchovy dressing
$19.5
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Any Salad Grilled Salmon $39
10 oz. Bistro Steak $25.5
Grilled Prawns (5 each) $19.5
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The “Factory” Burger & Fries
Broiled 8 oz. blend of chopped short rib & sirloin; cheddar cheese, tomato, arugula, dill pickle chips & ambrosia sauce on toasted brioche bun with crispy fries
$25
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¼ Lb. “Impossible” Burger | Vegan Option
$20
vegan
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*Sardine Factory’s “Sorbet on Ice Swan”
Can be served as an intermezzo before your entrée or as a dessert
$14
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Entrées
We are proud to serve the best fresh fish, shellfish, meat, & locally grown produce that is available. The seafood that we serve is on the approved “sustainable seafood” guide
Seafood Entrées
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*Furikake Seared Ahi Tuna Steak, Rare
Japanese pickled cucumber, Napa cabbage slaw,
Shiro miso dipping sauce$49
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*Pan Seared King Salmon
Stewed leeks, french beans, royal trumpet mushrooms, crispy potato cake, chive sauce
$42
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Grilled Wild Abalone Medallions
Monterey artichokes, golden beet “carpaccio”, spring asparagus & wild mushroom risotto, truffle-pea broth
Market Price
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Petrale Sole Meunière
Brown butter, charred lemon, flat leaf parsley,
mushrooms, potato puree, asparagus$44
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13 oz. Maine Lobster Tail
Asparagus, lemon & dungeness crab “quiche”,
golden carrot butter sauceMarket Price
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Parmesan-Crusted Calamari Steak, Scallop & Prawns
Chive risotto, sautéed asparagus, lemon-caper sauce
$47
Pasta Specialties
Gluten free pasta available to substitute any pasta-
Scampi Rigatoni
Sautéed prawns, garden pesto alfredo sauce, wild mushrooms, Parmesan & Romano cheese
$47
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Lobster Ravioli
Mascarpone cheese, shallots, sherry wine, asparagus, tarragon & truffle cream sauce
$64
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Mediterranean Style Hama Hama Clams Over Linguini
Roasted Spanish Piquillo pepper, Calabrian Nduja sausage, topped with pickled onions
$42
Pork & Lamb Specialties
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Grilled Iberico Presa “The Wagyu” of Pork, Campo Grande
Cosmic crisp apple & brussels sprout “slaw,” confit marble potato with roasted garlic, fresh herb chimichurri sauce
$42
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*Four-Bone Rack of USDA Prime Lamb
Spring ratatouille, tomato fondue, black olive tapenade, fried polenta
$75
Beef Specialties
We feature the best USDA prime & choice aged beef-
*Robbins Island Tasmanian Wagyu, 10 oz. New York Manhattan Cut
15-hour pressed smoked cheddar potato, royal trumpet mushrooms, tomato fondue, sautéed arrow leaf spinach
Market Price
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8 oz. 40-Day Aged Filet Mignon
Roasted potatoes, sautéed vegetables, fried onion straws
$72
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18 oz. 40-Day Aged Prime Boneless Rib Eye Steak
Truffle butter, roasted potatoes, sautéed vegetables, fried onion straws
$82
Add 13 oz. Maine Lobster Tail* to Any Steak, Lamb, or Chicken
Friday & Saturday
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*Prime Rib Au Jus
Boneless succulent prime rib seasoned to perfection; eight-hour slow roasted; served medium rare with mashed potatoes, sautéed vegetables & horseradish cream
12 oz. Regular Cut $59
16 oz. Chef’s Cut $69
Subject to Availability
Sides
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*Monterey Jack Potatoes
$12
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*Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes
$9
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*Sautéed Salinas Valley Spinach
$10
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*Vegetables of The Day
$9
Consumer advisory: be aware some items on our menu may contain raw products, & unless otherwise requested, meats on our menu are cooked to medium
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Kids Menu
Ages 12 and under only
Appetizers
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Abalone Bisque
Chives, bacon
$10
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“Monterey Bay” Clam Chowder
Manhattan style with tomato
$10
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House Salad
$10
Entrées
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Cheese Pizza
Cheese & tomato sauce
$15
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Classic Macaroni & Cheese
Pasta, creamy cheese sauce
$14
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Tossed Pasta
Olive oil, butter, marinara sauce or plain
$15
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Two Mini Hamburgers
Crispy fries
$15
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*40-Day Aged Bistro Steak
Crispy fries, vegetables
$29
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Kid’s Ice Cream Sundae
$8
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Kid’s Cup Drinks
$5
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Desserts
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*Chocolate Dipped Ice Cream “Bonbons”
Served dramatically with dry ice
$16
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House Made “Classic” New York Cheesecake
Made with the finest cream cheese; served with fresh berries, raspberry coulis, Chantilly crème
$15
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A Simply Italian Trio
Cannoli Sicilian, tiramisu & “The Factory Spumoni”
$16
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Chocolate Marquise Cake
Decadent chocolate cake with mousse like texture
$13
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*Crème Brûlée
Classic silky custard with caramelized sugar crust
$12
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Cannoli Sicilian
Cinnamon & chocolate chips in sweet ricotta cream cheese filled house-made pastry shell
$15
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Lemon Pudding Cake
Sweetened whipped cream, raspberry sauce
$13
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House Made Fruit Sorbets* Or “The Factory Spumoni”
$11
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Chocolate Cremeux
Orange, tequila, cinnamon caramel & cocoa streusel
$14
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Tiramisu
Our unique combination of ladyfingers, mascarpone cheese, rum, Drambuie & Kahlua dusted with cocoa on raspberry sauce
$12
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Our Famous Chocolate Sardines
Take one home to enjoy!
$15
After Dinner Selections
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Italian Double Espresso
$9
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Cappuccino/Latte
$10
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Factory Chocolate Mocha
$10
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The Factory’s Favorite!
Tuaca, Bailey’s Irish Cream, long draw Italian espresso, topped with whipped cream
$13
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The World-Famous “Flaming Sardine”
Galliano liqueur flamed in a sugar-rimmed bolla grande glass, sparkled with fresh lemon zest with Italian roast coffee
$14
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Toasted Sardine
Amaretto, Kahlua, long draw Italian espresso,
topped with whipped cream$14
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Chocolate Espresso Martini
Stoli vanilla vodka, Kahlua, Baileys, long draw Italian espresso, shaken and served in a martini glass with a chocolate drizzle
$16
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Nutty Sardine
Frangelico, Bailey’s Irish Cream, long draw Italian espresso, topped with whipped cream
$14
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Irish Sardine
Jameson® Irish Whiskey, sugar, long draw Italian espresso, topped with whipped cream
$14
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We Also Serve: Amaretto, Bailey's, Frangelico, Kioki, and Kahlua Coffee Drinks
Long draw Italian espresso, topped with whipped cream
$13
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Organic 80th Anniversary Blend Italian Roast, Decaffeinated Swiss Water Processed Italian Roast Coffee & Variety of Teas
$7
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Wine List
Lounge Menu
Small Bite Starters
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The Factory’s Famous Cheese Bread ~ Since 1968 ~
Tillamook cheddar, romano & parmesan cheese on toasted sourdough
$14
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*Basket of House Made French Fries or Parmesan-Truffle Tater Tots
$15
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Jumbo Chicken Wings
Korean Fried Chicken Wings | Sweet & Spicy Chili Glaze, Peanuts, Sesame, Cilantro & Scallions
8 EA. $22
12 EA. $30
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Truffle Sea Salt Popcorn
Pecorino romano butter
$8
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*Warm Mixed Greek Olives
In terra cotta pot
$17
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Crab Filled Baked Mushrooms
Lemon-beurre blanc
$27
Thin Crust Pizzas
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Margherita Pizza
San Marzano tomatoes, basil & mozzarella cheese
$24
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Pizza Romana
Anchovy, tomato, oregano, Gaeta olive, roasted garlic & ricotta cheese
$24
Sandwiches
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Aged Bistro Steak Sandwich
Served open face on toasted garlic bread, with baby iceberg salad, point reyes bay blue cheese, black olives, and red onion; accompanied by steak fries with Sir Kensington ketchup
$39
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Three American Wagyu Beef Sliders & Fries
Caramelized onions, dill pickles, honey mustard, cheddar cheese & house-made french fries
$32
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The Factory Burger & Fries
Broiled 8 oz. blend of chopped short rib & sirloin; cheddar cheese, tomato, arugula, dill pickle chips & ambrosia sauce on a toasted brioche bun with house-made french fries
$25
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1/4 lb. “Impossible” Burger – Our Vegetarian Option
$20
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Steamed Hama Hama Clams
Dinosaur kale, pickled shallot, Calabrian nduja sausage, grilled bread
$19
Add Pasta $16
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Basket of Calamari
With our own calamari puffs, cocktail & remoulade sauce
$26
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*Baked Garlic Prawns “Andalucía”
Spanish chorizo, piquillo pepper, Castelvetrano olives
$26
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Mama’s Meatballs
Two seasoned meatballs in San Marzano sauce,
parmesan cheese, parsley$18
Add pasta $16
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GREEN CURRY MUSSELS
Napa cabbage, ginger, scallions, coconut milk & kaffir lime leaf
$24
Steinbeck Plates
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Add Your Choice of Soup or House Salad
$14
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Petrale Sole Meunière
Brown butter, charred lemon, flat leaf parsley,
mushrooms, potato puree, asparagus$42
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Parmesan-Crusted Calamari Steak
Chive risotto, sautéed asparagus, lemon-caper sauce
$29
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*Pan Seared King Salmon
Stewed leeks, french beans, royal trumpet mushrooms, crispy potato cake, chive sauce
$42
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8 oz. 40-Day Aged Filet Mignon
Roasted potatoes, sautéed vegetables, fried onion straws
$69
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INCLUDES HOT ROLLS AND BUTTER
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Happy Hours
Who says happy hour has to be Monday – Friday? Join us daily in the lounge from 5:00 – 6:00 PM and 8:00 – 9:00 PM to enjoy food and drink specials every day of the week!
Relax by the fireplace as you listen to Dave Conley at the piano Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 6:30-9:30 PM, and from 7:30 to 10:30 PM on Fridays and Saturdays.
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Your Choice of Retro Cocktails
Old Fashioned
Tom Collins
Margarita
Blue Sardine
Crazy Palmer
Lemon Drop
Cosmopolitan
Rye Sazerac
Whiskey Sour
The Baltino Mojito
Daiquiri
All Well Drinks on Rocks 2 oz.
$9.5
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All Martinis & Manhattans are 4 oz. and up; Add $6
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Beer
Bottle/Can $7
Light $5
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Selected Wines By The Glass
$9
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Truffle Sea Salt Popcorn
Pecorino romano butter
$8
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Basket of Crispy Fries or Parmesan-Truffle Tater Tots
Monterey Bay sea salt
$12
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Choice of Cup of Soup
Abalone bisque, or clam chowder,
Manhattan style with tomato$12
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House Salad
Mixed baby greens, choice of house, blue cheese, or candied garlic dressing
$12
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Margherita Pizza
San Marzano Tomatoes,
Fresh Mozzarella Cheese & Basil$14
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Mama’s Meatballs
Two seasoned meatballs in San Marzano sauce, Parmesan cheese, parsley
$14
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American Wagyu Beef Sliders
Two sliders, caramelized onions, cheddar cheese
$14
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Korean Fried Chicken Wings, 8 pieces
Sweet & Spicy Chili Glaze, Peanuts,
Sesame, Cilantro & Scallions$14
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Warm Greek Olives in Terra Cotta Pot
$14
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Crème Brûlée*
Classic silky custard with a caramelized sugar crust
$11
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Cannoli Sicilian
Cinnamon & chocolate chips in sweet ricotta cream cheese filled house-made pastry shell
$11
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Fresh Gelato*
The factory spumoni, or house made fruit sorbets
$11
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Three-Course Tasting Menu
Experience a Culinary Tasting Tour at The Sardine Factory with our new, $49 Three-Course Tasting Menu. Served Sunday – Thursday.
$49 PER PERSON
CHOICE OF FIRST COURSE
CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD
locally grown romaine lettuce, creamy garlic & anchovy dressing
ESCARGOT EN TOSCANI
4 ea., pernod, garlic, herbs, fried parsley, baked in Toscani bread
CUP OF “THE WORLD FAMOUS” ABALONE BISQUE
Madeira wine, bacon, fresh chives
CHOICE OF ENTRÉE
GRILLED BISTRO STEAK
15-hour pressed smoked cheddar potato, broccolini,
roasted spring carrots
(add lobster Mrkt price)
PETRALE SOLE MEUNIÈRE
whipped potato, jumbo asparagus, charred lemon
SEAFOOD PASTA
Maine lobster meat, salt spring island mussels & prawns over linguini in tomato cream sauce
CHOICE OF DESSERT
CRÈME BRÛLÉE
classic silky custard with caramelized sugar crust
LEMON PUDDING CAKE
whipped cream, raspberry sauce
ICE CREAM SUNDAE
whipped cream, crushed peanuts, caramel sauce
NO SPLIT PLATES ~ NO SUBSTITUTIONS
SPECIAL SELECTIONS FROM THE CELLAR MASTER | ||
| Vintage | Price | |
| Sparkling ~ Saint Vincent by Gruet ~ Brut~N.V. | 11 GL / 39 BTL | |
| Chardonnay ~ Robert Mondavi ~ Private Selection ~ California | 2019 | 11 GL / 39 BTL |
| Rosé ~ Peyrassol ~ La Croix ~ Méditerranée ~ France | 11 GL / 39 BTL | |
| House Red ~ Cabernet Sauvignon ~ Prelius Della Volpaia ~ Tuscany ~ Italy | 2020 | 11 GL / 39 BTL |
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Entertainment Tuesday Through Saturday Nights With Dave Conley On The Piano In Our Bar