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Valley Kitchen
1 Old Ranch Road
Carmel, US-CA 93923
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Lunch Menu
Dinner Menu
Dessert Menu
Kids Menu
House-Made Baby Food
Thanksgiving Prix Fixe Menu
Christmas Eve Prix Fixe Menu
New Year's Eve Prix Fixe Menu
Beverages
Breakfast Menu
Light Fare
Croissant
$9.00
Fig Jam
vegetarian
Oat' N' Bran Muffin
$9.00
Preserved Fig Jam, Citrus Fig Jam
vegetarian
Ranch Honey-Baked Granola
$12.00
Carmel Valley Ranch Honey, Greek Yogurt
vegetarian
- Add: Mixed Berries
- $4.00
- Add: Sliced Fruit
- $4.00
- Add: Chocolate Chips
- $3.00
- Add: Dried Fruit
- $3.00
Irish Steel-Cut Oats
$9.00
Carmel Valley Ranch Honey, Dried Fruit Blend
vegetarian
Seasonal Fruit Plate
$16.00
A Bountiful Selection of Local Berries, Assorted Melons, Pineapple
vegan
Smoked Salmon & Toasted Bagel*
$15.00
Traditional Accompaniments, Cream Cheese, Vine-Ripe Tomato, Onion, Capers
Chef's Griddle
Buttermilk Pancakes
$15.00
Maple Syrup
vegetarian
Malted Belgian Waffle
$16.00
Fresh Berries, Whipped Cream, Maple Syrup
vegetarian
Thick-Cut French Toast
$16.00
Fresh Berries, Caramelized Bananas, Powdered Sugar
vegetarian
Kitchen Favorites
Eggs Your Style*
$19.00
Two Eggs Any Style, Country Potatoes, Toast; Choice of Applewood-Smoked Bacon, Chicken-Apple Sausage, or Pit Ham
Double-Smoked Bacon*
$23.00
Poached Egg, Wild Arugula, Caramelized Onions, Country Potatoes, Jalapeno, Hollandaise
Hen House Sandwich*
$22.00
Two Eggs, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Cheddar Cheese, Sourdough, Homemade Tomato Jam, Country Potatoes
Huevos Rancheros*
$23.00
Two Eggs Over Easy, Black Beans, Chorizo Queso Fresco, Crisp Tortilla, Salsa Verde, Ranchero Sauce
Swing Omelette*
$25.00
Sauteed Shrimp, Smoked Bacon, Monterey Jack Cheese, Spinach, Mushroom, Avocado Aioli, Pico de Gallo, Choice of Toast, Country Potatoes
Hen-House Egg White Burrito
$19.00
Queso Fresco, Baby Spinach, Country Potato, Salsa Fresca, Guacamole, Sour Cream, Ranchero Sauce
Marino's Garden Frittata
$22.00
Hen House Egg Whites, Herbs, Baby Kale, Caramelized Balsamic Torpedo Onion, CVR Goat Cheese
vegetarian
gluten-free
The Ranch Avocado Toast
$22.00
Hass Avocado Smash, Arugula, CVR Olive Oil, Meyer Lemon Zest, Marinated Garden Veggies, Toasted Country Loaf
vegetarian
- Add: Poached Egg
- $9.00
- Add: Shrimp
- $13.00
- Add: Smoked Salmon
- $13.00
Omelettes
Made with 3 whole organic eggs and two organic egg whites
Ranchers
$19.00
Pit Ham, Applewood-Smoked Bacon, Chicken-Apple Sausage, Jack & Cheddar Cheese, Choice of Toast, Country Potatoes
Salmon*
$22.00
Smoked Alder Salmon, Creme Fraiche, Spinach, Tomato, Scallion, Capers, Choice of Toast, Country Potatoes
Healthy
$20.00
No yolks here! Egg Whites, Baby Spinach, Braised Mushrooms, Choice of Toast, Sliced Tomatoes
vegetarian
Sides
Boar's Head Pit Ham
$7.00Alder-Smoked Salmon
$13.00Applewood-Smoked Bacon
$8.00Aidell's Chicken-Apple Sausage
$8.00Fresh-Pressed Juice
Citrus Herbal
$12.00
Fennel, Green Apple, Watercress, Lemon
vegan
Orange Spice
$12.00
Golden Beet, Orange, Ginger
vegan
Tropical Red
$12.00
Strawberry, Red Beet, Pineapple
vegan
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, eggs, or cheese may increase your risk of foodborne illness
Starters
Soup of the Day
$14.00
Seasonal Garnish
Hummus & Harvest Plate
$20.00
Lemon-Scented Hummus, Tzatziki, Pickled Veggies, Marinated Artichokes, 01 ives, Cherry Tomatoes, Carrots, Cucumbers, Zaatar Flat Bread
vegan
Cheese Board*
$24.00
Artisanal Cheeses, Olives, Pickled Onion, Cornichons, Jam, Bread
Sandwiches
Sandwiches below come with your choice of fries, truffle fries, hand-cut Kennebec chips, or a side salad
Hot Pastrami
$24.00
Swiss & American Cheese, Sauerkraut, CVR Special Sauce, Marble Rye
Grilled Chicken
$25.00
Grilled Organic Chicken Breast, Jack Cheese, Bacon, Avocado, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Chipotle Mayo, Rustic Sourdough
CVR Burger*
Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Choice of Cheese, Challah Burger Bun
- $27.00
- Substitute Vegetable Burger (Vegetarian) $24.00
Smash Burger*
$24.00
Two Smashed Beef Patties, Jalapeno & Bacon Jam, Monterey Jack Cheese, Challah Burger Bun
Ranch Caprese Sandwich
$20.00
Swank Farms Tomato, Marinated Mozzarella, Basil Arugula, Pesto, Balsamic Aioli, Sourdough Baguette, Kennebec Potato Chips with Blue Cheese Dip
vegetarian
Tacos
Asian Tacos
$24.00
Sauteed Shrimp, Corn Tortilla, Lime, Sweet Chili Sauce, Kimchi Slaw
gluten-free
Al Pastor Mushroom Tacos
$21.00
Corn Tortilla, Avocado, Cabbage, Slaw
gluten-free
Arrachera Beef Tacos
$24.00
Corn Tortilla, Avocado, Chipotle Aioli
gluten-free
Brunch Favorites
Swing Omelette
$25.00
Sauteed Shrimp, Smoked Bacon, Monterey Jack Cheese, Spinach, Mushroom, Avocado Aioli, Pico de Gallo; Choice of Toast, Choice of Salad, Fruit, or Country Potatoes
Hen House Sandwich*
$22.00
Two Eggs, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Cheddar Cheese, Sourdough, Homemade Tomato Jam; Choice of Salad, Fruit, or Country Potatoes
Huevos Rancheros*
$23.00
Two Eggs Over Easy, Black Beans, Chorizo, Queso Fresco, Crisp Tortilla, Salsa Verde, Ranchero Sauce
The Ranch Avocado Toast
$22.00
Hass Avocado Smash, Arugula, CVR Olive Oil, Meyer Lemon Zest, Marinated Garden Veggies, Toasted Country Loaf
vegetarian
- Add: Poached Egg
- $9.00
- Add: Shrimp
- $12.00
- Add: Smoked Salmon
- $12.00
Garden
Valley Kitchen Cobb
$25.00
All-Natural Free-Ranch Chicken, Mixed Greens, Cucumber, Cherry Tomatoes, Avocado, Smoked Bacon, Hard-Boiled Egg, Blue Cheese Dressing
gluten-free
Beet Salad
$23.00
Tri-Color Bets, Spicy Pistachio Brittle, Goat Cheese, Micro Radish, Arugula
vegetarian
gluten-free
Swank Ranch Salad
$20.00
Seasonal Greens, Avocado, Citrus, Miso-Aji, Amarillo Dressing
gluten-free
Smoked Caesar Salad
$21.00
Romaine Lettuce, Parmesan Cheese, Smoked Caesar Dressing, Croutons
Spring Farro Salad
$22.00
Kale, Pickled Sweet Peppers, Heirloom Tomatoes, Grilled Asparagus, Garden Green Goddess Dressing
- Add: Chicken
- $9.00
- Add: Shrimp
- $12.00
- Add: Grilled Salmon
- $13.00
- Add: Grilled Skirt Steak
- $14.00
Veggie Scampi
$24.00
Tomatoes, Basil, Oregano, Garlic, Lemon, White Wine
- Add: Chicken
- $9.00
- Add: Shrimp
- $12.00
- Add: Smoked Salmon
- $13.00
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, eggs, or cheese may increase your risk of foodborne illness
Light Fare
Soup de Jour
$14.00Andrew's Cornbread
$12.00
Whole Corn Kernels, Cheddar Cheese, CVR Honey Butter
Lafayette Bakery Country Loaf
$11.00
CVR Garden Herb Butter, CVR Sea Salt
Harvest Salad
$18.00
Mesclun, Pickled Onion, Radish, CVR Chevre, Aged Balsamic Vinaigrette
vegetarian
gluten-free
Beet Salad**
$22.00
Roasted Beets, Candied Pistachios, Orange Segment, CVR Chèvre, Arugula, Citrus Reduction Dressing
vegetarian
gluten-free
Allergens
dairy, tree-nut
Charred Caesar Salad
$23.00
Crispy Kale, Flash Fried Brussels Sprouts, Caesar Dressing, Sourdough Crouton, Parmesan
vegetarian
Monterey Prawns
$26.00
Snap Peas, Spring Garlic Butter
gluten-free
Allergens
dairy, shellfish
CVR Meatballs
$24.00
Arrabbiata Sauce, CVR Goat Cheese, Parsley Parmesan
Orange Glazed Pork Belly
$26.00
Brussels Sprouts, Peas, Peach Compote
From the Land & Sea
Sea Bass
$55.00
White Bean Cassoulet
Wild Salmon
$53.00
Wilted Spinach, Artichoke, Smoked Tomato Emulsion
gluten-free
Scallops
$55.00
Couscous, Endives
Grilled Ribeye Steak
$64.00
Roasted Garlic, Potato Puree, Chimichurri
gluten-free
Filet Mignon
$62.00
Grilled Maitake Mushroom, Boulangère Potatoes, Au Jus
gluten-free
Five Spice Half Chicken
$48.00
Baby Carrots, Snap Peas, Spring Onion
gluten-free
Artichoke a la Barigoule Risotto
$40.00
Petite Carrot, English Peas, Parmesan *Can be prepared Vegan upon request
vegetarian
gluten-free
Pappardelle With Veal & Pork Ragu
$42.00
Pecorino Cheese, Fresh Basil, CVR Olive Oil
gluten-free
"RBC" Burger
$28.00
Aged Sharp White Cheddar, Thick Cut Bacon, Caramelized Onion, CVR Sauce
- Fried Egg
- $4.00
- Avocado
- $4.00
Sides
Grilled Maitake Mushroom
$14.00
Lemon Thyme Olive Oil
vegetarian
gluten-free
Creamy Potato Puree
$12.00
Chives
vegetarian
French Fries
$13.00
vegetarian
Creamy Spinach
$12.00
Creme Fraiche, Spinach, Gremolata
gluten-free
Allergens
dairy
Sauteed Spring Vegetables
$14.00
Asparagus, Carrots, Spring Onion, Broccolini
vegetarian
Grilled Asparagus
$13.00
Chimichurri
vegan
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, eggs, or cheese may increase your risk of foodborne illness 20% gratuity will be added to any parties of 6 or more guests
Dessert
Flourless Chocolate Cake
$16.00
Berry Coulis, Fresh Berries
gluten-free
CVR Olive Oil Cake
$16.00
Citrus Olive Oil Cake, Lemon Verbena Ice Cream
Pumpkin Tart
$16.00
Whipped Vanilla Ganache, Streusel Crumble
Apple Berry Crumble
$16.00
Warm Cobbler, Vanilla Ice Cream
Affogato
$12.00
Illy Espresso, Vanilla Ice Cream, Caramel
Ice Cream
$10.00
Vanilla, Chocolate
House-Made Sorbet
$10.00
Seasonal Flavors
vegan
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, eggs or cheese may increase your risk of foodborne illness
Breakfast
7-11 A.M.
Egg Any Style*
$10.00
Country Potatoes, Choice of Meat
Silver Dollar Pancakes
$10.00
Chocolate Chips or Blueberries
French Toast Sticks
$10.00
House-Made Brioche Bread
Lunch & Dinner
11 A.M. - 10 P.M. Brown rice or fruit available on request
All-Natural Chicken Tenders
$17.00
Broccolini, Choice of Mashed Potatoes or French Fries
Cheesy Mac and Cheese
$11.00
Elbow Pasta, Creamy Cheese Blend
Grilled Chicken Breast
$22.00
Broccolini, Choice of Mashed Potatoes or French Fries
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
$10.50
Served with French Fries
Daily Catch
$23.00
Broccolini, Choice of Mashed Potatoes or French Fries
Noodles with Butter & Cheese
$10.50
Just Cheese, or Add Marinara Sauce
All-Natural Beef Hot Dog
$12.00
Served with French Fries
Cheeseburger*
$16.00
Just Cheese, Meat, and Bun. Served with French Fries
Individual Cheese Pizza
$15.00
Not Fancy, Not Spicy
Steak*
$23.00
Broccolini, Choice of Mashed Potatoes or French Fries
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, eggs or cheese may increase your risk of foodborne illness
Second Course
Choice of
Turkey Feast Plate
Choice of dark or white turkey meat, green beans almondine, thyme stuffing, double butter mashed potatoes, CVR house gravy, CVR cranberry sauce
Go Ham
Bone-in ham glazed with mustard honey and brown sugar, sweet potato mash, roasted Brussels with baker's sous vide bacon, honey jus, red cabbage chutney
Mushroom Wellington
Chef's blend mushroom medley, Swiss chard, mushroom and red wine jus, roasted baby carrots
Second Course
Choice of
Roasted Butternut Panzanella
Frisée, Lolla Rossa mixed greens, pickled onions, crushed pistachios, roasted butternut, Meyer lemon dressing, crispy sourdough
Taste of the Garden Risotto
Butternut risotto, Swank Farms vegetable medley, blood orange segments, parmesan cheese
gluten-free
Third Course
The Big Eye 14 oz.
14 oz. ribeye, CVR salt, CVR rosemary, broccolini, chanterelle mushrooms, red wine jus, poached fingerling potatoes
Lobster Gnocchi
Herb gnocchi, lobster tail and claw, fried kale, shaved black truffles, lobster crème sauce
Fall CVR en Croute
Garden vegetables, thyme puff dough, roasted red pepper remoulade, CVR goat cheese, CVR salt
Second Course
Blood Orange Salad
Blood orange segments, frisée, mint, Lolla Rossa greens, fried cotija cheese, Meyer lemon vinaigrette
Mains
Choice of
Branzino
Mediterranean Israeli couscous, lemon and tarragon stuffed branzino, winter squash, tobiko, lemon Amarillo sauce
Filet and Lobster
8 oz. filet, lobster tail, lobster crème sauce, potato gratin, black truffle shavings, rainbow Swiss chard, red wine reduction
Green Pea Risotto
Risotto, green pea purée, pea tendrils, shaved truffles, Japanese kabocha, blood orange olive oil
Sparkling
Veuve Cliquot, Brut Ponsardin, Champagne, France
- $35.00
- $173.00
Domaine Chandon, Brut, California
- $19.00
- $76.00
Schramsberg Rose' Mirabelle, California
- $18.00
- $88.00
Mionetto Il Prosecco, Italy
- $11.00
- $53.00
From Our Vineyard
Swing Reserve Pinot Noir, Carmel Valley Ranch, CA
- $20.00
- $98.00
Swing Reserve Pinot Noir Rose', Carmel Valley Ranch, CA
- $17.00
- $83.00
Coravin Red
Groth Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, CA
- $36.00
- $178.00
Barnett, Spring Mtn, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, CA
- $40.00
- $198.00
White
White Blend
I. Brand 'Supertoothy', Monterey, CA 2023
- $22.00
- $88.00
Chardonnay
Wrath "3 Clone", Monterey, CA 2021
- $16.00
- $64.00
Pinot Grigio
Gradis'ciutta, Friuli-Venezia, Italy 2020
- $17.00
- $68.00
Albariño
CRU, Edna Valley, CA 2023
- $16.00
- $64.00
Chardonnay - Unoaked
CRU, Arroyo Seco, CA 2021
- $15.00
- $60.00
Red
Cabernet Sauvignon
Boete, Carmel Valley, CA 2018
- $26.00
- $104.00
Red Rhône-Style Blend
'P'tit Pape', Paysan, Monterey, CA 2021
- $18.00
- $72.00
Pinot Noir
Boekenoogen, Santa Lucia Highlands, CA 2022
- $27.00
- $108.00
Petit Syrah
Caymus Suisun, Suisun Valley, CA 2021
- $23.00
- $92.00
Signature Cocktails
Dreaming of The Past
$20.00
Peanut Butter Washed Whiskey, Chambord, Cranberry Juice
The Bitter Truth
$18.00
Smirnoff Vodka, Green Chartreuse, Cynar, Lime Juice
San Junipero
$20.00
Del Maguey Vida Mezcal, Pineapple Juice, Ginger Syrup, FeverTree Yuzu + Lime, Chocolate Bitters
Sky High
$16.00
Blood Orange Infused Bourbon, Averna, Aperol, Lemon Juice
Spa Day (5.2% ABV)
$18.00
Limoncello, Seedlip Garden, Lime Juice, Cucumber
Keep it Light (2% ABV)
$16.00
Aperol, Grapefruit Juice, CVR Honey, FeverTree Elderflower Tonic
Velvet Spice (0% ABV)
$14.00
Seedlip Spice, Lemon Juice, Lavender Syrup
Heatwave (0% ABV)
$14.00
Blackberry-Jalapeño Shrub, Sparkling Lemonade