Winter Prix-Fixe Menu
Lunch: $26 | Dinner $39
Tuesday–Friday, January 8–April 26
Winter Prix-Fixe Menu
Lunch: $26 | Dinner $39
Tuesday–Friday, January 8–April 26
By focusing on the seasons and products of the Hudson Valley, along with award-winning New York State wines, American Bounty Restaurant offers contemporary and traditional regional dishes brought to life in an honest and flavorful way. With its comfortable warm service, this casually elegant restaurant sets the stage for an unparalleled dining experience in New York’s Hudson Valley.
We frequently update our menus so that you may enjoy inspired seasonal offerings and our students can get the most from their education by working with the freshest ingredients available.
Roasted Sage Kabocha Gnocchi
Spiced Pumpkin Seeds, Grana Padano, Sage Jus 10
Cider-Braised Pork Belly
Shaved Pear Salad, Malt Vinegar Aïoli, Cider Syrup 11
Chilled Oysters* (+2 SUPPL)
Cucumber-Mint Mojito Mignonette 12
Chicken Fried Quail
Smoked Guava BBQ, Green Mango-Chayote Slaw, Fried Quail Egg 12
Tequila Cured Salmon*
Sourdough, Preserved Lime Crème Fraîche, Charred Citrus Vinaigrette 12
Snowdance Chicken Liver Terrine
Chai-Apple Butter, Savory Cranberry Compote, Grilled Peasant Bread 8
Butternut-Ginger Chowder
Spiced Squash Seeds, Shrimp Flauta 10
Smoked Cauliflower Soup
Roasted Romanesco Crumble, Potato Crisp, Maple-Cured Bacon 9
Charred Citrus Salad
Arugula & Endive, Turmeric Greek Yogurt, Aperol Vinaigrette 10
Mixed Greens
Roasted Grapes, Rascal Cheese, Hazelnut-White Wine Dressing 8
Roasted Pear Salad
Savory Granola, Ewe’s Blue, Maple-Bourbon Vinaigrette 10
Winter Squash Salad
Kale-Tomatillo Pipion, Roasted Cauliflower & Fingerling Potatoes, Cilantro-Lime Vinaigrette 10
Pan-Roasted Chicken
Wild Mushroom Agnolotti, Glazed Golden Beets, Delicata Squash Purée, Madeira Sauce 26
Grilled Cauliflower Steak
Garlic Radish Pesto, Heirloom Carrot Salad, Wheat Berry Pilaf 20
Sautéed King Salmon*
Artichoke Purée, Marbled Potatoes, Fried Capers, Brown Butter 27
Lamb Chops* (+3 SUPPL)
Carolina Griddle Cake, Roasted Root Vegetables, Lamb Jus 29
Pan-Seared Cod
Cabernet Cranberry Farro, Bacon Lardons, Toasted Pine Nuts, Maple-Butternut Squash Emulsion 26
Sake-Miso Duck Breast*
Glazed Sweet Potatoes, Baby Bok Choy, Watercress Salad, Pickled Apples & Shallots 28
Grilled American Beef Wagyu Culotte* (+4 SUPPL)
Ancho-Parsley Root Purée, Thyme-Fondant Potato, Roasted Garlic Bordelaise Sauce 29
Two Savory, One Sweet
Tuesday–Friday, January 8–April 26
beverages, service charge, and tax additional
(supplemental charges as noted)
*Consuming raw or undercooked animal products may increase your risk for foodborne illness. Not all ingredients are listed on the menu. Please inform your server if you have an allergy so that we may accommodate your requests.
Sweet Potato-Peanut Soup
Spinach, Ginger, Chili 11
Oyster-Cauliflower Chowder
Leek Purée, Apples, Caviar 13 (+2 SUPPL)
Carrot Hummus
Carrot Top Salad, Crackers, Crudité 11
Snow Crab Carbonara
Strozzapreti Pasta, Guanciale 15
Charcuterie Board
Terrine, Country Ham, Salumi, Duck Fat Biscuits, Crackers, Pickles, Preserves 15 (+4 SUPPL)
Smoked Pig’s Head Tart
Split Peas, Goat Cheese, Apples 14 (+2 SUPPL)
Arugula Salad
Honeynut Squash, Pumpkin Seeds, Cranberries, McGrath “Rascal” Cheese, Spiced-Honey Vinaigrette 11
Bibb Lettuce Salad
Local Feta, Mint, Quinoa Granola, Yogurt-Toasted Coriander Dressing 10
Steelhead Trout Parcel*
Mushroom, Cabbage, Local Potatoes, Shellfish-Mushroom Reduction 24
American Beef Wagyu Culotte*
Kabocha Squash Purée, Cauliflower, Stuffed Onions, Black Garlic Bourdelaise 33 (+10 SUPPL)
Blue Catfish
Savannah Red Rice, Mussels, Little Neck Clams, Crawfish Broth, Anise Crema 25
Chicken Breast
Aged Cheddar Scalloped Potatoes, Brussels Sprouts, Mustard Pan Sauce 26
Duck Breast*
Duck Confit, Kale, Wheat Berries, Apple Reduction 30 (+4 SUPPL)
Lamb Loin*
Quinoa, Sunchokes, Radishes, Hemlock-Huckleberry Reduction 30 (+5 SUPPL)
Sunflower Polenta
Smoked Artichokes, Spring Onions, Local Mushrooms 24
Brussels Sprouts
Pear, Pecans 6
Glazed Winter Squash
Maple, Sage, Spiced Seeds 6
Aged Cheddar Scalloped Potatoes 6
Tuesday–Friday, January 8–April 26
beverages, service charge, and tax additional
(supplemental charges as noted)
*Consuming raw or undercooked animal products may increase your risk for foodborne illness. Not all ingredients are listed on the menu. Please inform your server if you have an allergy so that we may accommodate your requests.
Warm Caramelized Apple (GF)
Cornmeal-Rosemary Sablé, Dulce Ice Cream 10
Chocolate-Banana Tart (GF)
Banana Ice Cream, Chocolate Sauce 10
Tres Leches Panna Cotta
Tropical Fruits, Banana-Passion Sorbet, Spiced Crumble 10
Espresso Mousse Cake
Mascarpone, Cocoa Nib Nougatine, Mandarin Sorbet 10
“The Caramello”
Caramel Cream Puffs, Salted Caramel Popcorn, Caramélia Chocolate Ice Cream, Toasted Coffee Marshmallows 11
Riesling Ice Wine
Wagner Vineyards, Finger Lakes, New York 16
“Essence” Ice Cider
Eve’s Cidery, Van Etten, New York 16
Pedro Ximénez
“San Emilio,” E. Lustau, Jerez, Spain 9
Ficklin Port
Madera, California 9
Nutty Irish Coffee
Frangelico, Bailey’s Irish Cream, Crushed Nuts, Whipped Cream, Chocolate Batons 11
Rumbullion
Hot Coffee, Steamed Milk, Cardamom-Nutmeg Syrup, Taconic Distillery Aged Rum 12
Hot Scotch
Hot Chocolate, Kahlua, Dewar’s Scotch Whiskey, Whipped Cream 14
Harney & Sons Fine Loose Tea 4
Counter Culture Coffee
Regular or Decaf 4
Press Pot
Small (2–3 cups) 8
Large (4–5 cups) 12
illy Espresso
Single 4
Double 5
Cappuccino 5
Roasted Oysters 12 (4 pc)
Shallots, White Wine & Herbs
Additional 2.50 each
Raw Oysters 11 (4 pc)
Pink Grapefruit, Sriracha Vinaigrette
Additional 2.50 each
Hudson Valley Artisanal Cheeses 14
Honeycomb, Spent CIA Brewery Grain Crackers
Soft Butter Pretzels 8
CIA Wit Pub Cheese
Crispy Onion Rings 9
Roasted Garlic Aioli
Kale & Farro Salad 9
Squash, Dried Cherries, Local Apples, Roasted Walnuts, Cider Vinaigrette
House-Cut Chips 5
Creamy Ranch Dip
Mac & Cheese 8
Raw McGrath Rascal Cheese
Add Bacon 2
American Bounty Parker House Rolls 4
Local Sweet Butter
Today’s Soup 7
James Beard’s Chopped Salad 15
Chicken, Bacon, Avocado, Local Blue, Hard Boiled Egg, Tomato, Pickled Red Onion, Lemon Vinaigrette
Beer Battered Fish & Chips 15
Rémoulade, Malt Vinegar Fries
Southern Fried Chicken 14
Bacon Fat Biscuits, Pink Peppercorn Gravy
Add Farm Egg 2
The Tavern Cheddar Burger 16
All-Natural Sirloin, Bacon, Arugula, Onion Marmalade, B & B Pickles, Black Pepper Roll, Garlic Fries
Add Farm Egg 2
Mojo Braised Pork Tacos 14
Flour Tortilla, Jalapeño Jam, Crema, Hand-Cut Chips
Gemelli Pasta 16
Roasted Squash, Braised Greens, Kunik Cheese, Garlic Jus
March 12–23; Tuesday–Saturday 22.95
(20% student support surcharge, tax and beverage additional)
Honey-Chili Roasted Chicken for Two
Lettuce Cups, Flour Tortillas, Brussels Sprouts Slaw, Roasted Spaghetti Squash, Pickled Vegetables
Chocolate Mousse Cake 8 (GF)
Vanilla Bavarian, Coffee Sauce
Tres Leches Panna Cotta 8
Tropical Fruits, Spiced Crumble
Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Sundae 8
Apple Cider Caramel
The Tavern Root Beer Float 8 (GF)
Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
Add Bourbon 5
*Consuming raw or undercooked animal products may increase your risk for foodborne illness. Not all ingredients are listed on the menu. Please inform your server if you have an allergy so that we may accommodate your requests.
We love sharing food with people. If you are bringing a small or large group to the CIA for a culinary adventure, our team can walk you through our menu and private dining room options. Learn more >
A key component of the education process at the CIA is learning how to deliver outstanding service. Students at The Culinary Institute of America are not permitted to accept tips, in accordance with IRS regulations and the CIA Student Code of Conduct. We thank you for honoring the “no tipping” policy, and for giving our students the opportunity to serve you. However, we have included a 20% Student Support Surcharge on each check which is returned to our students through scholarships, support of student activities, and the purchase of graduation jackets. Thank you for helping to support the educational mission of the CIA.
