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Lunch Menu

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Great Beginnings

Ahi Poke

12.95

Sashimi-grade chopped tuna, cashew, sesame seeds, ginger-soy vinaigrette, avocado, green onion, taro, wonton chips

Mussels

13.95

Black mussels, Spanish Chorizo, sautéed in garlic, shallot & craft beer broth, grilled rustic bread

Tavern Brined Buffalo Wings

12.95

Plain or tossed with your choice of tavern buffalo sauce or house sweet & spicy sauce, celery, carrots, house ranch dressing

Boneless Buffalo Tenders

11.95

Boneless breaded chicken, tossed with your choice of tavern buffalo sauce or house sweet & spicy sauce, carrots, celery

Crispy Cauliflower

11.95

Crispy tempura cauliflower tossed with your choice of tavern buffalo sauce or house sweet & spicy sauce, carrots, celery

Tavern Brussel Sprouts

10.95

Applewood smoked bacon, candied pecans, dried cranberries, maple syrup

Surfin’ Chef’s Sesame Calamari

14.95

Crispy sesame crusted calamari steak, apple cabbage slaw, sweet Thai chili & jalapeño tartar dipping sauces

Sea Salt Pretzel Bites

9.95

Served with house honey-raspberry whole grain mustard & craft beer cheese dipping sauces

Wagyu Beef Sliders

13.95

3 New Zealand grass-fed free range Wagyu beef sliders, house tomato jam, caramelized onion, cheddar, potato bun, kosher pickle

Seared Ahi Sliders

13.95

3 sashimi-grade seared tuna sliders, apple cabbage slaw, jalapeño tartar, potato bun

Sweet Potato Fries

7.95

Crispy sweet potato fries, candied pecans, deep fried jalapeños, ketchup, craft beer cheese dipping sauce

Chowdah Fries

8.95

Crispy golden fries topped with our famous New England clam chowder & scallions

Garlic Parmesan Fries

6.95

Crispy golden fries tossed with garlic, grated parmesan cheese, Italian parsley, ketchup, & GDT dipping sauce

Famous New England Clam Chowder

6.95 cup
9.95 bowl

Littleneck clams, applewood smoked bacon, red bliss potatoes

Tomato Basil Soup

6.95 cup
9.95 bowl

Littleneck clams, applewood smoked bacon, red bliss potatoes

Soup of the Day

6.95 cup
9.95 bowl

Changes weekly, always made fresh in house

Greens

Caesar Salad

9.95 whole
7.95 half

Romaine, brioche croutons, shaved parmesan, grape tomato, Caesar dressing, parmesan crostini

House Salad

9.95 whole
7.95 half

Mixed greens, cherry tomato, cucumber, shaved carrots, honey apple balsamic, parmesan crostini

Roasted Baby Beet Salad

12.95 whole
9.95 half

Mixed greens, poached pear, goat cheese, cherry tomatoes, toasted almonds, champagne vinaigrette

New England Chicken Salad

14.95 whole

Grilled chicken breast, romaine, spinach, dried cranberry, goat cheese, candied pecans, champagne vinaigrette, parmesan crostini

Sesame Seared Ahi Tuna Salad

16.95 whole

Mixed greens, Napa cabbage, red pepper, mandarin orange, roasted cashews, wonton crisps, sesame ginger dressing.

Green Dragon Cobb

14.95 whole

Chopped romaine, grilled chicken, bacon, avocado, blue cheese crumbles, chopped egg, champagne dressing

Mediterranean Chop

15.95 whole

Italian salami, mozzarella, feta, kalamata olives, garbanzo beans, tomatoes, pepperoncini, red onion, red wine vinaigrette

Add on for any Salad

 

Chicken 6, Shrimp 8, Salmon 8, Avocado 3, Applewood Smoked Bacon 3

By Land or Sea

Shepherd’s Pie

19.95

Seasoned ground beef, corn, red bell pepper, carrots, peas, garlic mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, gravy sub ground Impossible 3

Shepherd & Salad Duo

12.95

Lunch size portion of shepherd’s pie with choice of mixed green or Caesar side salad

Mac ‘N Cheese

12.95

Bacon, cheddar, garlic Add impossible 6, Lobster 12, Shrimp 8, Crab 7

Baked Vegan Rigatoni

19.95

Tavern marinara, vegan mozzarella, fresh basil add Impossible Bolognaise 5

Cedar Plank Salmon GF

25.95

Whole grain mustard & brown sugar crust, orange basil relish, grilled asparagus, herb roasted fingerlings

Seafood Mixed Grill Trio GF

24.95

Grilled cod, salmon, shrimp, Old Bay aioli, asparagus, herb roasted fingerlings

Fish ‘N Chips

18.95

Beer battered cod, garlic parmesan fries, tartar sauce, Tavern slaw

Seafood Mixed Grill Trio GF

24.95

Grilled cod, salmon, shrimp, Old Bay aioli, asparagus, herb roasted fingerlings

Casual Fare

Connecticut Lobster Roll

24.95

Warm drawn butter, fresh herbs, beer batter crunchies

Maine Lobster Roll

24.95

Chilled, celery, lemon-anchovy aioli

California Lobster Roll

25.95

Chilled, maple bacon, avocado, lemon-anchovy aioli

Signature Tavern Burger GF

14.95

1/2 LB angus beef patty, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, red onion, GDT sauce, garlic parmesan fries, brioche bun

Impossible Burger V

18.95

Grilled Impossible plant based patty, Follow Your Heart vegan smoked gouda, caramelized, onions, lettuce, tomato, sweet potato fries, house tomato jam, vegan pretzel bun
Add Avocado 3, Bacon 2, Fried Egg 1

Salmon Burger

15.95

Tavern salmon patty, chef’s herb & spice blend, jalapeno tartar sauce, hydro bibb lettuce, tomato, artisan bun, garlic parmesan fries

Grilled Chicken Sandwich

14.95

Grilled marinated chicken breast, fresh avocado, lettuce, tomato, dijionaise, provolone, cris-cut sweet potato fries with candied pecans & fried jalapeños

Crispy Chicken Sandwich

14.95

Hand-breaded marinated chicken breast, lettuce, kosher pickles, secret sauce, toasted brioche bun, parmesan fries

Reuben

14.95

N.Y. Pastrami, 1,000 island dressing, sauerkraut, swiss cheese, marbled rye bread, parmesan fries

French Dip

15.95

Thinly sliced beef, swiss, horseradish cream, baguette, au jus, parmesan fries

Soup & Sandwich Duo

12.95

Mild cheddar, mozzarella, buttered brioche, cup of tavern tomato basil soup
Sub: Side Salad for Soup – No charge

Tavern Quesadilla

10.95

Mild cheddar, mozzarella, sour cream, Tavern made fresh ripe guacamole and salsa, large tortilla
Add: Grilled Chicken 4, Barbacoa 5, Bell peppers & Onions 3
Sub: Corn Tortillas & Follow Your Heart Vegan Mozzarella for Standard Cheese – No Charge

Surfin’ Chef Fish Tacos

13.95

Choice of beer battered or blackened cod, corn tortilla, jalapeño tartar sauce, shredded cabbage, pico de gallo, queso, lime, salsa, chips

Grilled Shrimp Tacos GF

13.95

Grilled shrimp, corn tortillas, shaved cabbage, cilantro, Tavern salsa, chipotle crema

Tempura Avocado Tacos V

13.95

Crispy tempura avocado, corn tortillas, vegan chipotle mayo, salsa verde, shaved red cabbage

Add-Ons

 

Cheese 2, Applewood Smoked Bacon 3, Fried Egg 1, Avocado 3, Deep Fried Jalapenos 1, Grilled Onions 1

Pizza

Small (10″) | Medium (14″) | Gluten Free (10″) *3.00

Super Pepperoni

12.95 small
18.95 medium

Tavern marinara, mozzarella, pepperoni

The Supreme

15.95 small
24.95 medium

Tavern marinara, mozzarella, pepperoni, sausage, bacon, bell pepper, red onion, mushroom, fresh garlic, parmesan

California Fig*

16.95 small
24.95 medium

Olive oil, goat cheese, fig, prosciutto, caramelized onion, fresh arugula, aged balsamic drizzle

Vegetarian

13.95 small
22.95 medium

Tavern marinara, mozzarella, crispy artichoke hearts, spinach, mushroom, bell pepper, black olive, red onion

Cheeseburger

13.95 small
22.95 medium

Ketchup and mustard sauce, cheddar cheese, ground beef, white onion, chopped pickles

Sausage & Mushroom

13.95 small
21.95 medium

Tavern marinara, mozzarella, sausage, mushroom, white onion

Buffalo Chicken

14.95 small
23.95 medium

Buffalo sauce, mozzarella, grilled chicken, diced fresh celery, ranch drizzle

GDT Pesto

14.95 small
23.95 medium

Pesto, mozzarella, grilled chicken, tomato, fresh basil

BBQ Chicken

14.95 small
23.95 medium

BBQ sauce, mozzarella, grilled chicken, red onion, cilantro

Hawaiian

13.95 small
21.95 medium

Tavern marinara, mozzarella, pineapple, Canadian bacon

Margherita

14.95 small
23.95 medium

Garlic olive oil, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil, heirloom tomato, garlic, aged balsamic drizzle

Build Your Own

Sauces

 

Tavern marinara | Garlic butter | Olive Oil | Alfredo | Buffalo sauce
BBQ sauce | Pesto

Cheeses

 

Fresh mozzarella, cheddar, vegan mozzarella, provolone, ricotta, goat cheese, parmesan

Toppings

2.00 small
2.50 medium

Fresh arugula, bacon, black olives, Canadian bacon, chopped pickles, cilantro, diced celery, fresh garlic, bell pepper, ground beef, heirloom tomato, jalapeno, kalamata olive, mushroom, pepperoncini, pepperoni, pineapple, red onion, Roma tomato, sausage, spinach, white onion, caramelized onion, fresh basil

Premium Toppings

4.00 small
5.00 medium

Artichoke hearts, chicken breast, prosciutto, shrimp, Beyond meat, ground wagyu beef, truffle oil

Sweet Tastes of Freedom

Carrot Cake

8.95

Walnuts, caramel, cream cheese icing

Grand Marnier Crème Brulee GF

8.95

Chantilly cream, seasonal berries, turbinado sugar

New York Cheesecake

8.95

Chantilly cream, preserved strawberries, mint

Cappuccino Mud Pie

8.95

Oreo crust, almonds, strawberry, chocolate, caramel

Churro Sundae

8.95

Warm cinnamon churros, premium vanilla ice cream, house-made caramel & chocolate drizzle, whipped cream, fresh berries

Great friendly service! Food is also very good – went twice during our stay in Carlsbad! Enjoyed our time and enjoyed the historic records they have on the revolutionary war!

Cheryl P.

Our family had the best time here and the food at the tavern is outstanding. Extremely friendly service, quality culinary experience and a truly unique setting makes you learn about our country’s founding. Can’t recommend highly enough

SFDANN

Fantastic venue and excellent food!

Fred J.

Everyone (from kindergartener to college student) loved and enjoyed the place. Great nutrition for both body and mind. Great for taste buds and pocket book as well!

David C.

Been here a handful of times and tried a few different items on the menu like the lobster mac n’ cheese, the lobster roll, the flatbreads, tomato soup and grilled cheese and the french dip sandwich. All were very delicious, as well as the wine!

Genevieve R.