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The Griswold Inn
36 Main St
Essex, US-CT 06426
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Lunch Menu
Dinner Menu
Sunday Hunt Brunch
Gris-To-Go
Historic Dining
Lunch Menu
Starters
Our Signature Clam Chowder
$11.00
New England style
Steak and Black Bean Chili
$15.00
wedge of corn bread
French Onion Soup
$14.00
melted Swiss and Provolone
Potato Cakes
$13.00
served with sour cream and applesauce
Our Own Famous 1776 Brand ™ Sausage Sampler
$14.00
three sausage varieties wrapped in puff pastry served with Dijon mustard
Crispy Chicken
$14.00
Korean BBQ sauce, sriracha dipping sauce
Warm House Chips
$11.00
Gorgonzola drizzle, smoked sea salt, scallions
Sandwiches
The sandwiches above are served with choice of side salad or Griswold Inn potato chips. Substitute French fries, $3
Steak Ciabatta*
$24.00
sliced sirloin, caramelized onion, sautéed mushroom, provolone, garlic aioli
Roasted Turkey
$19.00
Applewood smoked bacon, cheddar, avocado, lettuce, tomato, sriracha aioli, on toasted ciabatta
Corned Beef Reuben
$21.00
thick-sliced marbled rye, braised kraut, melted Gruyère and Thousand Island dressing
Grilled Angus Burger*
$19.50
served on a toasted brioche bun with lettuce, tomato, choice of cheese and dill pickle
Salads
Cobb Salad
$19.00
herb-grilled chicken, romaine lettuce, avocado, Applewood smoked bacon, hard-boiled egg, grape tomatoes, and blue cheese dressing
Mesclun Greens with Goat Cheese
$17.00
dried cranberries, honey pistachios and white balsamic vinaigrette
- Add Herb Grilled Chicken
- $10.00
- Add Seared Salmon*
- $15.00
- Add Garlic Marinated Shrimp
- $12.00
- Add Seared Flat Iron Steak*
- $15.00
Caesar Salad
$15.00
romaine lettuce, Asiago cheese, house-made croutons, and Caesar dressing
- Add Herb Grilled Chicken
- $10.00
- Add Seared Salmon*
- $15.00
- Add Garlic Marinated Shrimp
- $12.00
- Add Seared Flat Iron Steak*
- $15.00
Gris Grain Bowl
$14.00
quinoa, grape tomatoes, avocado, English cucumber, pickled red onion, feta cheese, roasted red pepper vinaigrette
- Add Herb Grilled Chicken
- $10.00
- Add Seared Salmon*
- $15.00
- Add Garlic Marinated Shrimp
- $12.00
- Add Seared Flat Iron Steak*
- $15.00
Garden Salad
$10.00
mesclun greens, English cucumber, carrots, grape tomatoes, croutons and our original Garlic Asiago Dressing
- Add Herb Grilled Chicken
- $10.00
- Add Seared Salmon*
- $15.00
- Add Garlic Marinated Shrimp
- $12.00
- Add Seared Flat Iron Steak*
- $15.00
Main Dishes
Griswold Inn's Signature Fish n' Chips
$25.00
potato-crusted cod, fried golden brown served with French fries, coleslaw and house-made tartar sauce
Chef's Quiche of the Day
Your server will explain today's selection
Fried Golden Shrimp
$24.00
French fries, cole slaw, house-made tartar sauce
Steak Frittes*
$30.00
Cajun grilled sirloin (6oz) with sautéed spinach, truffle fingerling potatoes, gorgonzola fondue
Starters and Salads
Thin Crust Pizza
$17.00
crispy potato, cheddar, bacon, pickled onion, chive crema
Baked Brie
$18.00
apple compote, apple butter, grilled baguette
Roasted Vegetable "Panzanella"
$19.00
roasted butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, toasted pumpkin seed, baby spinach, tomato, gorgonzola, grilled pita, tossed with warm balsamic vinaigrette
Winter Arugula
$18.00
slow roasted yellow beets, goat cheese, spiced pecans, maple Dijon vinaigrette
Sandwiches
Grilled Chicken Ciabatta
$19.00
goat cheese, roasted red pepper jam, prosciutto, balsamic reduction
Shaved Roast Beef
$20.00
cheddar, caramelized onion, horseradish crema on grilled country white
Main Dishes
Seared Faroe Island Salmon*
$33.00
Jasmine rice and peas, tomato shallot compote, confit garlic butter glazed Brussels sprouts
Baked Artichoke Crusted Cod
$34.00
ragout of tomato, white bean and kale, crispy rice, avocado mousse
Penne Pasta and Sundried Tomato Pesto Crema
$26.00
button mushroom, caramelized onion, baby spinach, shaved Asiago
- With Herb Grilled Chicken, Add
- $10.00
- With Garlic Marinated Shrimp, Add
- $12.00
*Certain meat or seafood items may be cooked to order, per request. Thoroughly cooking meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs reduces the risk of food-borne illness. Dietary needs menu available upon request
The Griswold Inn Classics
The Griswold Inn Classics present simple, well prepared American cuisine, just the way it is meant to be. Our signature dishes and classic selections are available year-round in our art-filled Historic Dining rooms
Classic Starters and House-made Soups
Our Own Famous 1776 Brand ™ Sausage Sampler
$14.00
three sausage varieties, puff pastry, served with Dijon mustard
Potato Cakes
$13.00
served with sour cream and applesauce
Crispy Korean Barbeque Chicken
$14.00
with sriracha dipping sauce
Garden Salad
$10.00
mesclun greens, English cucumber, carrots, grape tomatoes, French Breakfast radish, croutons and our Original Garlic Asiago Dressing
Signature New England Clam Chowder
$11.00French Onion Soup
$14.00
with croutons, melted Swiss and Provolone
Classic 'Gris' Entrées
Faroe Island Salmon*
$33.00
tomato-shallot compote, jasmine rice and peas, glazed sprouts
Baked Artichoke-Crusted Cod
$34.00
ragout of tomato, white bean and kale, crispy rice, avocado mousse
Boneless Short Ribs
$42.00
demi-glace, spinach, whipped potato
Trio of Filet Medallions*
$46.00
green onion and truffle potato croquettes, braised kale, shiitake mushrooms and port wine reduction
Signature Roasted Prime Rib of Beef*
(12 oz.) with baked potato, au jus, chef's vegetables, horseradish sauce, Market Price. Served Friday and Saturday evenings
Featured Seasonal Cuisine
Featured Seasonal Cuisine is prepared and created by Executive Chef Shaheed Toppin and his Culinary team. Chef Toppin is known for his seasonally-driven menus which showcase the finest products from the farms, orchards and waters of the Connecticut River Valley and New England shore
Seasonal Starters and Salads
Thin Crust Pizza
$17.00
crispy potato, cheddar, bacon, pickled onion, chive crema
Baked Brie
$18.00
filo dough, apple compote, apple butter, grilled baguette
Steak and Black Bean Chili
$15.00
wedge of cornbread
Winter Arugula Salad
$18.00
roasted yellow beets, goat cheese, spiced pecans, maple-Dijon vinaigrette
Roasted Vegetable "Panzanella"
$19.00
roasted butternut squash, Brussel sprouts, toasted pumpkin seeds, baby spinach, tomato, Gorgonzola, grilled pita bread, tossed with warm balsamic vinaigrette
Seasonal Entrées
Penne Pasta and Sun-Dried Tomato-Pesto Cream
$26.00
button mushrooms, caramelized onion, baby spinach, shaved Asiago
- With Herb Grilled Chicken, Add
- $10.00
- With Garlic Sautéed Shrimp, Add
- $12.00
Buttermilk Fried Statler Chicken
$27.00
sautéed kale, white cheddar potato purée, sriracha tears
Blackened Pork Chop
$30.00
roasted apple and fingerling potato hash, ginger-carrot purée, shaved fennel, and Granny Smith slaw, cider reduction
Seasonal Sides
$7 each
Crispy Fingerlings with White Truffle and Chives
Garlic-Braised Kale
Soy-Glazed Brussels Sprouts
Garlic-Braised Kale Jasmine Rice and Peas
*Thoroughly cooking meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs reduces the risk of food-borne illness. Dietary needs menu available upon request
Entrées
All entrées served with fresh fruit cup, cornbread and maple butter
Buttermilk Pancakes
$19.00
maple butter, Applewood-smoked bacon, warm Vermont maple syrup
Gris Breakfast Bowl
$21.00
quinoa, poached eggs, spinach, tomato, sriracha, pickled onion and avocado
Shrimp and Goat Cheese-Jalapeno Grits
$27.00
tomato, Andouille sausage, grilled sourdough
Irish Omelet
$28.00
corned beef hash, cheddar, twin country sausage links and mini hash browns
Chef's Quiche of the Day
Starters & Small Plates
Our Signature Clam Chowder
$11.00
bowl
Steak and Black Bean Chili
$15.00
wedge of cornbread
Trio of Potato Cakes
$13.00
with sour cream and applesauce
Our Own Famous 1776 Sausage™ Sampler
$14.00
served with braised red cabbage, sautéed spinach and Revolutionary Ale mustard
Korean Barbecue Chicken
$14.00
sriracha aioli
House-Made Sea Salt Potato Chips
$11.00
with Gorgonzola sauce
Thin Crust Pizza
$17.00
crispy potato, cheddar, bacon, pickled onion, chive crema
Salads
Cobb Salad
$19.00
herb-grilled chicken, romaine lettuce, avocado, Applewood-smoked bacon, hard-boiled egg, grape tomatoes, blue cheese dressing
Gris Grain Bowl
$14.00
quinoa, grape tomatoes, avocado, cucumber, pickled red onion, feta cheese, roasted red pepper vinaigrette
- Add Herb-Grilled Chicken
- $10.00
- Add Garlic Marinated Shrimp
- $12.00
- Add Seared Flat Iron Steak
- $15.00
- Add Seared Salmon
- $15.00
Mesclun Greens
$17.00
with goat cheese, dried cranberries, honey pistachios, white balsamic vinaigrette
- Add Herb-Grilled Chicken
- $10.00
- Add Garlic Marinated Shrimp
- $12.00
- Add Seared Flat Iron Steak
- $15.00
- Add Seared Salmon
- $15.00
Garden Salad
$10.00
mesclun greens, English cucumber, carrots, croutons and our original Garlic Asiago Dressing
- Add Herb-Grilled Chicken
- $10.00
- Add Garlic Marinated Shrimp
- $12.00
- Add Seared Flat Iron Steak
- $15.00
- Add Seared Salmon
- $15.00
Caesar Salad
$15.00
romaine lettuce, Asiago cheese, house-made croutons, Caesar dressing
- Add Herb-Grilled Chicken
- $10.00
- Add Garlic Marinated Shrimp
- $12.00
- Add Seared Flat Iron Steak
- $15.00
- Add Seared Salmon
- $15.00
Winter Arugula Salad
$18.00
roasted yellow beets, goat cheese, spiced pecans, maple-Dijon vinaigrette
- Add Herb-Grilled Chicken
- $10.00
- Add Garlic Marinated Shrimp
- $12.00
- Add Seared Flat Iron Steak
- $15.00
- Add Seared Salmon
- $15.00
Sandwiches
Sandwiches are served with a choice of side salad or Griswold Inn potato chips. Substitute French fries +$3
Roasted Turkey
$19.00
Applewood-smoked bacon, cheddar, avocado, lettuce, tomato, sriracha aioli on toasted ciabatta
Corned Beef Reuben
$21.00
thick-sliced marbled rye, braised kraut, melted Gruyère, Thousand Island Dressing
Grilled Angus Burger
$19.50
on toasted brioche bun with lettuce, tomato, choice of cheese and dill pickle
Steak Ciabatta*
$24.00
sliced sirloin, caramelized onion, sautéed mushroom, provolone, garlic aioli
Entrées
Griswold Inn's Signature Fish n' Chips
$25.00
potato-crusted cod, fried golden brown served with French fries, coleslaw, house-made tartar sauce
Fried Golden Shrimp
$24.00
French fries, coleslaw, house-made tartar sauce
Penne Pasta and Sun-Dried Tomato-Pesto Cream
$26.00
button mushrooms, caramelized onion, baby spinach, shaved Asiago
- With Herb Grilled Chicken
- $10.00
- With Garlic Sautéed Shrimp
- $12.00
Steak Frites*
$30.00
Cajun grilled sirloin (6oz) with sautéed spinach, truffle fingerling potato, Gorgonzola fondue
Lunch Sandwiches
Available between 11:30 and 2:30 Monday thru Saturday
Grilled Chicken Ciabatta
$19.00
goat cheese, roasted red pepper jam, prosciutto, balsamic reduction
Shaved Roast Beef
$20.00
cheddar, caramelized onion, horseradish crema on grilled country white
Lunch Entrées
Available between 11:30 and 2:30 Monday thru Saturday
Seared Faroe Island Salmon*
$33.00
Jasmine rice and peas, tomato shallot compote, confit garlic butter-glazed Brussels sprouts
Baked Artichoke Crusted Cod
$34.00
ragout of tomato, white bean and kale, crispy rice, avocado mousse
Main Dishes
Available After 5PM Daily
Faroe Island Salmon*
$33.00
tomato-shallot compote, jasmine rice and peas, glazed sprouts
Baked Artichoke-Crusted Cod
$34.00
ragout of tomato, white bean and kale, crispy rice, avocado mousse
Boneless Short Ribs
$42.00
demi-glace, spinach, whipped potato
Trio of Filet Medallions*
$46.00
green onion and truffle potato croquettes, braised kale, shiitake mushrooms and port wine reduction
Signature Roasted Prime Rib of Beef (12 oz.)*
with baked potato, au jus, chef's vegetables, horseradish sauce. Served Friday and Saturday evenings
- Market Price
Buttermilk Fried Statler Chicken
$27.00
sautéed kale, white cheddar potato purée, sriracha tears
Blackened Pork Chop
$30.00
p roasted apple and fingerling potato hash, ginger-carrot purée, shaved fennel, and Granny Smith slaw, cider reduction
Sweet Stuff
House-Made Sticky Toffee Pudding
$9.50
with butterscotch sauce and freshly-whipped cream
Warm Apple Crostata
$9.00
with freshly-whipped cream and sea-salted caramel
Sea-Salted Chocolate Mousse Torte
$10.00
dark chocolate mousse layered with chocolate ganache, sea salt and caramel drizzle
*Thoroughly cooking meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs reduces the risk of food-borne illness. Dietary needs menu available upon request
Historic Dining
Named Connecticut's "Coziest Restaurant" – Food & Wine and Travel + Leisure magazines. "The most famous brunch in Connecticut can be found at The Griswold Inn." – The New York Times. Please note: We are currently offering a Hunt Brunch on Sunday from 11am – 1pm, featuring several a la carte brunch-style selections. Come Celebrate with Us!
In our historic dining rooms, Executive Chef Toppin prepares classic American cuisine to perfection in simple, but imaginative ways.
His menu showcases fresh seafood, aged beef, and the highest quality chops and poultry. After any meal, Chef Toppin's house-made desserts are a "must". Our historic dining rooms exude character, charm, and tradition, where one can be as comfortable in casual attire as in "black tie." We are open seven days a week for lunch and dinner. We have four historic dining rooms – the Essex/Ward Room, The Library, The Gun Room and our largest space, The Covered Bridge, which is accessible to those with disabilities.
In December diners enjoy a unique and festive culinary experience
Our Holiday Bill of Fare includes Seasonal Game Selections as well as Gris Classics and more "traditional" holiday favorites. There's something for everyone's palate! While served by costumed waitstaff the Royal Court Singers perform seasonal classics tableside! Though this experience may be enjoyed through the 30th, on December 1 only we have an added bonus: the Coast Guard Idlers, a spirited a cappella group of cadets, perform throughout the dining rooms and in our Tap Room. Our December 1 season "opener" has been a favorite tradition for the Idlers and the Gris for many, many years! Festive indeed!
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General Info
Cuisine
American - Contemporary
Meals
Lunch
Dinner
Hours
Monday:
10:00pm - 6:00pm
Tuesday:
10:00pm - 6:00pm
Wednesday:
10:00pm - 6:00pm
Thursday:
10:00pm - 6:00pm
Friday:
10:00pm - 6:00pm
Saturday:
10:00pm - 6:00pm
Sunday:
11:00pm - 5:00pm
About Us
One of the oldest continuously operated inns in the country, The Griswold Inn opened its doors for business in 1776 and has been catering to yachtsmen and overland travelers ever since. We are situated in the historic hamlet of Essex, nestled on the banks of the Connecticut River. Anyone familiar with Essex knows it as an extraordinary town and The Griswold Inn - a very special place. Although the Inn exudes the charm of days gone by, we are anything but dated. From our sophisticated cuisine, extensive wine offerings, comfortable accommodations, and modern amenities, The Griswold Inn offers the best of times.