Savory French Toast, pear compote, aged sherry, candied walnuts
Nicoise olives, cured yolk, fingerling chips, pickled haricot vert, fines herbes
Vidalia onion, veal and chicken bouillon, gruyere and focaccia crouton
Smoked and salt roasted beets, yuzu creme fraiche, amaranth, ash, WI rye cracker
Choux pastry dumplings, brown butter, pecorino romano, tellicherry peppercorn
Carrot veloute, pickled fennel, saffron beurre blanc, marigold
Treviso and castelfranco, citrus, dates, cambozola, rosé balsamic
Miso glazed local kabocha squash, whipped ricotta, pecan gremolata, chili oil
Kilgus Farmstead confit pork, celery root puree, apple butter, fennel slaw
Cured Pekin duck breast, sweet potato puree, braised chicories, blood orange
Salsify, French lentils, sun-dried tomato dashi, mâche
Peppercorn crusted filet, grilled maitake, bitter greens, green peppercorn
Natural jus, root vegetable pave, sauce vert, trumpet mushrooms
Half Amish chicken, crispy fingerlings, petite peas, charred lemon
served with cultured butter and Maldon sea salt
with Nicoise olives, fingerling chips, haricot vert, cured yolk, and fines herbes
with savory French toast, poached pears, and aged sherry
topped with winter truffle, pecorino Romano, and tellicherry peppercorn
served over carrot veloute with pickled fennel, saffron, and marigold
with Bosc pear, dates, celery, cambazola, and Greek yogurt
over fresh ricotta and topped with walnut gremolata and chili oil
with celery root puree, turnip, mache, and apple balsamic
with sweet potato puree, braised chicories, and blood orange
featuring the freshest available seafood highlighted by the seasons best produce
served with root vegetable pave, trumpet mushrooms, tapenade, and sauce vert
with haricot vert, maitake, salsify, cognac cream, and petite salad
with petite peas, crispy fingerlings, fennel, and charred lemon wine sauce
*full table participation required
chocolate mousse, salted caramel, hazelnut, fresh Chantilly
Local cream, farm eggs, orange zest, ginger, caramelized sugar
local goat cheese, graham cracker, fig jam
red wine, olive oil sponge, vanilla gelato
artisan cheeses, seasonal accompaniments
vodka, espresso liqueur, espresso
calvados, salted caramel syrup, lemon, angostura, egg white
cognac. amaretto
Vanilla vodka, chocolate liqueur, chocolate syrup, cream
bourbon, creme de cassis, bitters, orange, cherry
bourbon, aperol, lillet blanc, orange, saffron
mirabeau rose gin, lemon, prosecco
aquavit, lemon, beet simple, orange, egg whites
rye, cognac, sweet vermouth, bitters, benedictine
gin or vodka, dry vermouth, olive juice
bourbon, campari, sweet vermouth, orange
butterfly pea gin, honey, lemon, bee pollen
rum, amaro, spiced date syrup, lime
mezcal, spiced pear, pear puree, lime, agave
Amber Ale- Comstock, MI
German Pilsner- Germany
Unfiltered Belgium Farmhouse-Belgium
Pale Ale-Munster, IN
Semi-Dry Clementine Cider- Chicago, IL
Semi-Sweet Roasted Pecan Cider-Grand Rapids, MI
Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Cider- Australia
German Pilsner- Germany
N/A gin, blood orange, lime, honey, tonic
ripe red berries, currant, cherry
fresh pear, lemon, brioche, crisp finish
Stonefruit, honey, orange blossom
Tropical fruit, citrus
Floral, citrus, apricot
Ruby red, dry, red fruits
Citrus, green apple, and peach notes
Bright citrus, minerality
Citrus, floral notes, balanced by a crisp finish
Aromatic, with hints of peach, sage, lemon
Citrus, herbaceous notes ending with a crisp finish
Tropical fruit, grassy notes, finished with crisp acidity
Notes of citrus, stone fruit, showcasing the richness of old-vines
Honey and citrus notes, vibrant acidity
Aromatic with tropical fruits, crisp
Bright, refreshing with juicy fruit flavors
Vibrant citrus and apricot, lively acidity
Aromas of pear, apple, vanilla and a touch of oak
Ripe apple, toasted oak notes, creamy texture and balanced acidity
Aromas of ripe peach, melon, vanilla, creamy texture
Natural, wild yeast-fermented wine, vibrant citrus
Fresh, spicy, mineral notes, strawberry
Orange blossom, stone fruit, zesty finish
Smooth dark red fruit, spice, touch of oak
Natural skin-contact wine with citrus, tannic finish
Notes of red berries, light silky finish
Wild cherry, raspberry, dried sage, earthy notes
Aromas of plum, wild blueberry, saline-tinged finish
Fresh, fruity, soft silky finish
Fruity and spicy herbs
Rich with dark fruit, plum, spice
Red fruits, hints of bell pepper, smooth
Ripe plum, blackberry, hints of chocolate
Bold, ripe blackberry, pepper
Chilled red with vibrant black plum aromas, whisper of smoke
Vibrant with dark cherry, plum, earthy
Black currant, cedar, tobacco, firm tannins
Rich with dark fruit, vanilla, smooth long finsh
Dark fruits, subtle oak
Tallgrass Restaurant offers a sophisticated menu that combines traditional and modern flavors. For dinner, highlights include the rich and indulgent Foie Gras Torchon, the refreshing Salmon Crudo, and the savory French Onion Gratin. Vegetarians can enjoy the earthy Beet Tartare and the comforting Parisian Gnocchi. For dessert, the decadent Dark Chocolate Marquis and the light, seasonal Crème Brûlée provide a sweet ending, while the Chevre Cheesecake and Spiced Poached Pear offer more unique options. Guests can also indulge in the Plateau de Fromages, featuring a variety of cheeses. After dinner drinks such as the Espresso Martini and Chocolate Martini pair well with the restaurant’s cocktails, like the signature Tallgrass Old Fashioned or the vibrant Golden Hour. Beer and cider selections include Bell’s Amber and the crisp Right Bee Cider Clementine, alongside European options like Krombacher Pils and Saison Dupont. For wine enthusiasts, Tallgrass features an extensive selection, from the sparkling Laurent Perrier Cuvee Rose to the fresh Zenato Pinot Grigio and the full-bodied Mommessin Gamay. The Domaine LaFage Rosé and The Vice Orange Viognier provide additional options for those who prefer lighter, fruitier wines. Overall, Tallgrass presents a varied and refined menu that caters to a wide range of tastes and occasions.