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    GATES RESTAURANT

    Bar / Pub
    Closed11:30AM - 10:45PM
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    STARTERS
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    BURGERS
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    LUNCH SPECIALS
    LUNCH ENTREES
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    STARTERS

    • CHICKEN BITES

      Our BITES are mades from scratch using 100% white chicken breast meat with no antibiotics. We serve them plain, dusted with our special spice or tossed with your choice of sauce. Served with ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side.
      $10.95+
    • CHICKEN WINGS

      served plain or tossed with your choice of sauce with ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side
      $11.95+
    • CHIPS + SALSA

      freshly cut corn chips seasoned with himalayan sea salt, accompanied by side of red salsa
      $13.95
    • CHIPS + GUACAMOLE

      freshly cut corn chips seasoned with himalayan sea salt, accompanied by side of guacamole + red salsa
      $13.95
    • BAR PIE

      our new personal 12” pizza, 4 cheese blend, crispy thin crust. customize it with your favorite toppings
      $13.95
    • JUMBO PRETZEL STICKS

      4 jumbo pretzel sticks tossed with sea salt - served cheddar and honey mustard dipping sauces on the side
      $12.95
    • CHICKEN POT STICKERS

      pan-fried, served with soy scallion dipping sauce, cilantro, and green onion
      $13.95
    • TRASH CAN NACHOS

      with cheese sauce, jalapeños, black olives, green onions, red salsa, and sour cream ADD: guacamole +4 | chili +6 | grilled chicken +6 | steak +9
      $13.95
    • SMASH SLIDERS

      smashed chuck sirloin + diced onion patties topped with cheddar cheese, special sauce, and pickles
      $13.95
    • CALAMARI + CHERRY PEPPERS

      crispy calamari + cherry pepper served with lemon aioli + marinara dipping sauces and a wedge of lemon
      $15.95
    • PEPPERONI PIZZA ROLL

      the biggest hit at the taste of new canaan stroll, a crispy fried pizza roll stuffed with pepperoni + mozzarella - served with a side of marinara sauce.
      $14.95
    • GATES QUESADILLA

      a blend of cheddar and pepper jack cheese in a sautéed flour tortilla with sour cream and red salsa
      $13.95
    • SPICY AHI TUNA TARTAR

      served on a crispy rice cake, accompanied by guacamole, pickled ginger, fresh jalapeño garnish, soy sauce + sriracha-dynamite sauce.
      $19.95
    • FRIED MOZZARELLA

      handcrafted, served with marinara dipping sauce
      $13.95
    • MEATBALLS (4)

      house-made beef and pork meatballs, served with marinara sauce + parmesan cheese, accompanied by a grilled baguette
      $14.95
    • IRISH SPICE BAG

      a wonderful concoction of crispy fries, 6 chicken bites, some fried onions + peppers tossed in - all served with a side of irish curry sauce
      $14.95
    • THE RAM SPECIAL

      6 chicken bites + our hand cut fries tossed in a bag with our special spice
      $12.95

    SALADS

    • CHOP CHOP VERONA

      A Gates Classic! Avocado, Bacon, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Baby Tomatoes, Shaved Red Onion, Cucumber. Choice of White Balsamic or Orange Mustard Vinaigrette.
      $15.95
    • CEASAR SALAD

      crispy romaine, cherry tomatoes, baked parmesan crisp, toasted garlic crostini sticks, and our house made dressing
      $14.95
    • GARDEN SALAD

      mixed greens, arugula, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumbers, red onions, and croutons with your choice of dressing on the side.
      $14.95
    • CHOPPED GREEK

      Mixed greens, feta cheese, tomato, cucumber, toasted chick peas, roasted red peppers, red onion, kalamata olives, all chopped and tossed with house made greek dressing.
      $15.95
    • PEAR + STILTON

      Mixed greens with slices of asian pear, stilton blue cheese, crunchy pistachios, and a tangy orange-mustard vinaigrette
      $15.95
    • SUMMER GRAIN SALAD

      Arugula, tri-color quinoa, cucumbers, tomatoes, toasted chickpeas, strawberries, finely minced red onion, fresh parsley, mint, crumbled feta cheese, and pistachios, all tossed with house made white balsamic vinaigrette.
      $16.95
    • CHOPPED SALAD PIZZA

      a garden salad with white wine vinaigrette on our new thin crust pizza
      $20.95
    • CHICKEN PAILLARD

      Prepared Grilled, Blackened or Crispy Milanese! A delicious dish with avocado, baby arugula, heirloom tomato, shaved parmesan and a zesty white vinaigrette.
      $22.95

    BURGERS

    • GATES BURGER

      a grilled 8oz chuck blend patty with your choice of american, cheddar, crumbled blue, swiss, pepperjack, gruyere, mozzarella or crumbled feta cheese, all on a toasted brioche bun with your choice of side.
      $18.95
    • BACON JAM CHEESEBURGER

      homemade bacon jam, sliced pickles, special sauce, + your choice of side
      $20.95
    • RAM SMASH BURGER

      TWO 1/4 lb. smashed chuck sirloin + diced onion patties with american cheese and our special sauce on a toasted brioche bun with your choice of side.
      $17.95
    • RAM SMASH BURGER (3 patties)

      THREE 1/4 lb. smashed chuck sirloin + diced onion patties, American cheese, and our special sauce on a toasted brioche bun with your choice of side.
      $22.95
    • RAM SMASH BURGER (4 patties)

      FOUR 1/4 lb. smashed chuck sirloin + diced onion patties with American cheese and our special sauce on a toasted brioche bun with your choice of side.
      $27.95
    • CHIPOTLE CHICKEN BURGER

      spicy cabbage slaw, lettuce, tomato, and pickles on a toasted brioche bun
      $18.95
    • VEGGIE BURGER

      our house-made veggie patty with cheddar cheese, avocado, lettuce, and tomato on a toasted brioche bun with your choice of side.
      $18.95
    • TRUFFLE BURGER

      caramelized onions, truffle aioli, + cheddar sauce all on a toasted brioche bun with your choice of side.
      $18.95

    SANDWICHES

    all of our sandwiches are served with hand cut fries, house kettle chips or dressed greens on the side.
    • The BELLAGIO

      house-roasted chicken breast, herb aioli, avocado, tomato, bacon, and lettuce on toasted sourdough
      $17.95
    • SALMON BLTA

      pesto aioli, house smoked bacon, avocado, lettuce and tomato all stacked on hearty 7 grain toast
      $18.95
    • NEW ENGLAND LOBSTER ROLL

      new england style, toasted butter split top bun, hand cut fries + cole slaw
      $34.95
    • TURKEY CLUB

      house roasted turkey, thick cut bacon, lettuce, tomato, Hellman's Mayo, white toast
      $16.95
    • CLASSIC BLT

      4 strips of crispy house made bacon, Hellman's mayo on toasted white bread. Simple and Perfect!
      $12.95
    • ORIGINAL CHICKEN FILET

      crispy fried chicken cutlet with pickles, and creamy mayo on a toasted brioche bun. Yum!
      $15.95
    • SPICY BLEU SANDWICH

      Crispy cutlet, buffalo sauce, blue cheese dressing and sliced jalapeno on a toasted brioche bun. Served with your choice of side.
      $15.95
    • GRILLED CHEESE + TOMATO BISQUE

      your choice of cheese on grilled sourdough toast with a cup of our delicious tomato bisque.
      $15.95
    • CHICKEN CAESAR WRAP

      grilled or blackened chicken wrapped with romaine, parmigiano + house dressing
      $15.95
    • BUFFALO CHICKEN WRAP

      mild chicken bites wrapped with lettuce, tomato + blue cheese dressing.
      $15.95
    • BURRITO

      chicken, steak +2 or shrimp +2 with rice, black beans, avocado cilantro sauce, salsa, and pepper jack cheese - served with your choice of side.
      $16.95
    • CHICKEN PARM HERO

      chicken cutlet, chef’s vodka sauce, melted mozzarella, and creamy ricotta on a toasted 11 sesame hero - served with your choice of side.
      $16.95
    • THE SOPRANO

      chicken cutlet, prosciutto, fresh mozzarella, tomato, roasted red peppers, arugula, and balsamic glaze in our toasted 11" hero - served with your choice of side.
      $17.95
    • TRIPLE CHEESE MEATBALL

      melted mozzarella, creamy ricotta, grated parm, marinara, and fresh basil in our toasted 11" sesame hero - served with your choice of side.
      $16.95
    • PHILLY CHEESESTEAK

      griddled roast beef, onions, garlic aioli + lots of american cheese on a toasted 11" hero - served with your choice of side.
      $18.95
    • FRENCH DIP

      house roasted beef with melted swiss + crispy onions on a toasted sub roll with a side of au jus.
      $18.95
    • CHICKEN BAGUETTE

      house roasted chicken, fresh mozzarella, creamy basil pesto, roasted red peppers, arugula and balsamic glaze on our fresh baked baguette - served with your choice of side.
      $15.95
    • TURKEY BAGUETTE

      house roasted turkey (cold), mozzarella, roasted red peppers, shredded lettuce, tomato, and white balsamic vinaigrette on our fresh baked baguette - served with your choice of side.
      $15.95
    • HAM + CHEESE BAGUETTE

      aka "jambon beurre" - smoked ham, gruyère cheese, and our house made french butter on our fresh baked baguette - served with your choice of side.
      $15.95
    • SMOKED SALMON BAGUETTE

      smoked salmon with avocado, cucumber, arugula, red onion, capers, basil pesto, and herbed cream cheese on our fresh baked baguette - served with your choice of side.
      $16.95
    • CAPRESE BAGUETTE

      mozzarella, tomatoes, roasted red peppers, basil pesto, arugula, olive oil, and balsamic glaze on our fresh baked baguette - served with your choice of side.
      $14.95
    • PROSCIUTTO + BURRATA BAGUETTE

      roasted red peppers, creamy basil pesto, arugula, olive oil, and balsamic glaze on our fresh baked baguette - served with your choice of side.
      $16.95
    • EGG + CHEESE SANDWICH

      Two eggs any style, cheddar, toasted bulkie, with your choice of bacon, smoked ham, or avocado. Add $2 for smoked salmon or turkey. add arugula or croissant +1 each. served with crispy potatoes, fries or tater tots
      $13.95
    • BREAKFAST BURRITO

      a tortilla stuffed with scrambled eggs, cheddar, bacon, avocado, black beans + rice all served with a side of sour cream + red salsa. Served with crispy potatoes, Fries or Tots.
      $15.95

    BUILD YOUR OWN

    CUSTOMIZE YOUR OWN BOWL, SALAD, OR SANDWICH
    • BUILD YOUR OWN BOWL

      $12.95
    • BUILD YOUR OWN SANDWICH

      $9.95
    • BUILD YOUR OWN SALAD

      $9.95

    BOWLS

    A hearty bowl with your choice of base.
    • BUILD YOUR OWN BOWL

      HEALTHY BOWLS PREPARED TO ORDER YOUR WAY
      $12.95
    • AHI TUNA BOWL

      Sesame-soy marinated sushi grade tuna, pickled ginger, cucumber, avocado, pickled carrots + daikon, sriracha-dynamite sauce
      $22.95
    • CRISPY CHICKEN BOWL

      Sweet chili-glazed chicken with avocado, sautéed veggies, cabbage slaw, cucumber, and baby carrots.
      $19.95
    • CHICKEN BURRITO BOWL

      A hearty bowl of grilled or blackened chicken, guacamole, black beans, red salsa, sour cream, baby carrots, baby tomatoes, jasmine rice.
      $19.95
    • SESAME CHICKEN BOWL

      caramelized sesame chicken bites, jasmine rice, sautéed garlic broccoli with toasted sesame seeds + green onions
      $19.95
    • BUDDHA BOWL

      A plant-powered bowl of arugula, roasted sweet potatoes, broccoli, cauliflower, toasted chickpeas, radish, cabbage slaw, and spicy peanut sauce.
      $19.95
    • BANG-BANG SHRIMP BOWL

      avocado, haricot vert, cucumber, cilantro, baby carrots, sautéed veggies and chipotle aioli.
      $21.95
    • CHICKEN CURRY BOWL

      A comforting green curry with ginger, garlic, haricot vert, potatoes, and coconut milk.
      $19.95
    • KOREAN BBQ BEEF BOWL

      BBQ Korean Beef with sesame-soy sauce, mushrooms, scallions, and sautéed vegetables.
      $20.95
    • FURIKAKE SALMON BOWL

      Furikake spiced salmon with avocado, shiitake mushrooms, baby carrots, pickled ginger, scallions, sesame oil and soy sauce.
      $23.95

    PIZZA

    12" personal pizzas with an extra crispy thin crust
    • CLASSIC CHEESE PIZZA

      our new 12" thin crust pizza featuring a 4 cheese blend - as is or build your own.
      $13.95
    • STINGER PIZZA

      our 4 cheese classic pie topped with stingers and a drizzle of our hot honey oil.
      $14.95
    • BUFFALO CHICKEN PIZZA

      Creamy bechamel, gooey mozzarella, caramelized onion, and a dash of fancy white truffle oil.
      $17.95
    • WHITE CLAM PIZZA

      garlicky clams, bacon + white sauce
      $18.95
    • SHRIMP SCAMPI PIZZA

      Garlicky white sauce, mozzarella, pepper flakes, and shrimp, finished with EVOO and grated Romano.
      $18.95
    • CHOPPED SALAD PIZZA

      a garden salad with white wine vinaigrette on our new thin crust pizza
      $20.95

    LUNCH SPECIALS

    • CHEF'S BURGER

      smoked gouda, crispy bacon, avocado, charred corn + jalapeño relish, chipotle aioli, pickled red onion
      $19.95
    • CHICKEN SCHNITZEL

      a thin chicken breast lightly breaded and golden fried, served with warm german potato salad + braised red cabbage. finished with a fresh lemon + parsley sauce.
      $24.95
    • PORK SCHNITZEL

      boneless pork chop pounded thin, lightly breaded and golden fried, served with warm german potato salad + braised red cabbage. finished with a fresh lemon + parsley sauce.
      $26.95
    • CLASSIC VEAL SCHNITZEL

      boneless veal chop pounded thin, lightly breaded and golden fried, served with warm german potato salad + braised red cabbage. finished with a fresh lemon + parsley sauce.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $32.95
    • PRIME RIB PLATTER

      roasted fingerling potatoes, tri color baby carrots, horseradish cream sauce (14 oz.) FOR THE BEST QUALITY, PLEASE BE AWARE THAT PRIME RIB MAY CONTINUE TO COOK AFTER PACKAGING, SO REQUESTED TEMPERATURES CANNOT BE GUARANTEED.
      $39.95
    • 12 HR SMOKED BRISKET

      Slow smoked for finger lickin good Brisket. Served with fries + cole slaw.
      $24.95
    • PAN ROASTED COD

      mashed potatoes, garlic spinach, roasted tomatoes + lemon caper butter (GF)
      $28.95
    • CHICKEN PARMESAN

      crispy parmesan-crusted chicken breast cutlet, melted mozzarella, and robust tomato sauce on a bed of savory rigatoni garnished with fresh basil.
      $24.95
    • CHICKEN PICCATA

      pan-seared, golden-brown chicken cutlets finished in a rich, tangy lemon-butter sauce with delicate capers and fresh parsley. served alongside a a side of rigatoni pasta.
      $24.95
    • LEMON CHICKEN

      crispy, hand-breaded chicken breast smothered in a zesty lemon garlic parmesan sauce, served with a side of rigatoni pasta
      $24.95
    • TOMATO BISQUE TO GO (PINT)

      house made tomato + basil bisque
      $8.95
    • TOMATO BISQUE TO GO (QUART)

      house made tomato + basil bisque
      $16.95
    • LOBSTER BISQUE TO GO (PINT)

      a pint or quart of traditional New England Clam Chowder.
      $12.95
    • LOBSTER BISQUE TO GO (QUART)

      a cup or bowl of traditional creamy potato soup + crispy fried leeks
      $18.95
    • BEEF CHILI TO GO (PINT)

      homemade beef chilI with beans
      $10.95
    • BEEF CHILI TO GO (QUART)

      homemade beef chilI with beans
      $20.95

    LUNCH ENTREES

    • HONEY GLAZED SALMON

      Served with rice pilaf and garlic spinach.
      $27.95
    • FISH + CHIPS

      Lightly battered fresh cod with cole slaw, lemon tartar sauce, and hand-cut fries.
      $27.95
    • STEAK FRITES

      Juicy filet of beef with a zesty black peppercorn sauce, haricot vert, and golden hand-cut fries. FOR THE BEST QUALITY, PLEASE BE AWARE THAT STEAK MAY CONTINUE TO COOK AFTER PACKAGING, SO REQUESTED TEMPERATURES CANNOT BE GUARANTEED.
      $29.95
    • NY STRIP

      our 14 oz strip served with mashed potatoes, haricot vert, and chive butter. FOR THE BEST QUALITY, PLEASE BE AWARE THAT STEAK MAY CONTINUE TO COOK AFTER PACKAGING, SO REQUESTED TEMPERATURES CANNOT BE GUARANTEED.
      $36.95
    • SHORT RIBS

      Slow-braised beef with mashed potatoes, haricot vert, and au jus.
      $24.95
    • BABY BACK RIBS - 1/2 RACK

      A 1/2 rack of fall-off-the-bone Baby Back Ribs served with your choice of two sides.
      $19.95
    • BABY BACK RIBS - FULL RACK

      A full rack of fall-off-the-bone Baby Back Ribs served with your choice of two sides.
      $36.95
    • BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN

      buttermilk fried 1/2 chicken cut in 4 pieces - served with coleslaw + hand cut fries or pick your own!
      $23.95
    • RIGATONI A LA VODKA

      creamy house-made vodka sauce with shaved parmesan tossed with rigatoni - you can customize with your choice of protein
      $20.95
    • BOLOGNESE

      pappardelle tossed with a hearty beef ragu, garlic, basil, fresh tomato sauce + ricotta cheese
      $22.95
    • SHRIMP CAPELLINI

      shrimp, spinach, tomato + basil tossed in lobster butter that brings it all together
      $24.95
    • BAKED MAC N' CHEESE

      bubbling hot - white cheddar, pepper-jack and gruyere cheese tossed with cavatappi and baked with a crispy panko crust.
      $19.95
    • PASTA YOUR WAY

      rigatoni, pappardelle, capellini, spaghetti or cavatappi tossed with butter, marinara or EVVO - make it your own with any one of our ADDITIONS
      $14.95
    • CHICKEN PARMESAN

      crispy parmesan-crusted chicken breast cutlet, melted mozzarella, and robust tomato sauce on a bed of savory rigatoni garnished with fresh basil.
      $24.95
    • CHICKEN PICCATA

      pan-seared, golden-brown chicken cutlets finished in a rich, tangy lemon-butter sauce with delicate capers and fresh parsley. served alongside a a side of rigatoni pasta.
      $24.95
    • LEMON CHICKEN

      crispy, hand-breaded chicken breast smothered in a zesty lemon garlic parmesan sauce, served with a side of rigatoni pasta
      $24.95

    SIDES

    • HAND CUT FRIES

      $7.95
    • PARMESAN TRUFFLE FRIES

      $9.95
    • SWEET POTATO FRIES

      $7.95
    • HAND CUT POTATO CHIPS

      $7.95
    • ONION RINGS

      $7.95
    • COLESLAW

      $7.95
    • SPICY CABBAGE SLAW

      $7.95
    • DRESSED GREENS

      $7.95
    • GARLIC BROCCOLI

      $8.95
    • FRESH GUACAMOLE

      $9.95
    • MAC + CHEESE

      $8.95
    • MASHED POTATO

      $7.95
    • JASMINE RICE

      $7.95
    • TATER TOTS

      $7.95
    • HARICOT VERTS (aka greenbeans)

      $8.95

    DESSERT

    • APPLE COBBLER

      Granny Smith Applies & Cinnamon Streusel Topping
      $10.00
    • CARROT CAKE

      A Dreamy Combination of Spices | Carrots, Walnuts | Raisins | Cinnamon | Cream Cheese Frosting
      $10.00
    • KEY LIME PIE

      Smooth + Creamy | Genuine Key Limes | Layered Sponge Cake | Whipped Cream
      $10.00
    • RUNNY CHIP

      Chocolate Chip Cake with a Warm Molten Chocolate Center
      $10.00

    All hours
    Sunday11:00 am - 7:45 pm
    Monday11:30 am - 8:45 pm
    Tuesday11:30 am - 10:45 pm
    Wednesday11:30 am - 10:45 pm
    Thursday11:30 am - 10:45 pm
    Friday11:30 am - 10:45 pm
    Saturday11:00 am - 10:45 pm
    Restaurant info

    Serving Happiness in New Canaan since 1979

    Location

    10 Forest Street, New Canaan, CT 06840

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