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Gates Restaurant
10 Forest St
New Canaan, CT 06840
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Dinner Menu
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Lunch Menu
Dinner Menu
Snacks
Wave Hill Sourdough Bread
honey, sea salt butter
- $5.95
- Add: Roasted Red Pepper Hummus $8.95
Chips & Guacamole
$12.95
fresh cut corn chips, pico de gallo, lime salt
Jumbo Pretzel Sticks (4)
$10.95
sea salt, cheddar sauce, honey mustard
Vegetable Spring Rolls
$13.95
rice paper wrapped, lightly fried, shaved julienne carrots & zucchini, arugula, sweet chili sauce
Trash Can Nachos
$13.95
queso, jalapeño, pico de gallo, olive, green onion, sour cream
- Add: Guacamole
- $3.00
- Add: Spicy Chili or Grilled Chicken
- $6.00
- Add: Steak
- $9.00
Roasted Shishito Peppers
$12.95
wood fire roasted, sea salt
Prime Rib Sliders (3)
$14.95
horseradish, au jus, crispy onions
Shareables
Spicy Ahi Tuna Tartar
$18.95
crispy rice cake, avocado, sesame-seaweed salad, jalapeño garnish, soy sauce
Crispy Calamari & Cherry Peppers
$14.95
lemon aioli, marinara, thai chili sauce
Copps Island Oysters
cocktail sauce, mignonette, lemon wedge
- (6) $13.95
- (12) $25.95
Bao Buns (3)
Pork Belly: kim chi slaw, scallions, hoisin bbq, cucumber. KFC: korean bbq sauce, kim chi mango slaw
- Pork Belly $13.95
- KFC $14.95
Seared Filet Tips
$17.95
creamy polenta, chimichurri sauce
Brussels Sprouts
$13.95
toasted pecans, sweet chili, chipotle aioli
Pemaquid Mussels
$19.95
from the pristine coastal waters of maine, white-wine butter, herbs & garlic, toasted baguette
Eggplant Rollatini Stack
$13.95
marinara, ricotta, mozzarella, basil, balsamic, roasted baby tomatoes
Gates Quesadilla
$12.95
cheddar & pepperjack cheese, sour cream, pico de gallo, flour tortilla
- Add: Grilled or Blackened Chicken
- $6.00
- Add: Steak
- $9.00
- Add: Shrimp
- $9.00
- Add: Guacamole
- $3.00
- Add: Grilled Veggies
- $3.00
Wings
BBQ, korean bbq, buffalo mild, hot or "volcanic". Choice of: ranch or blue cheese
- 6pc $11.95
- 12pc $21.95
Chicken Bites
Tossed in our special seasoning with choice of sauce: bbq, korean bbq, buffalo mild, hot or "volcanic". Choice of: ranch or blue cheese
- 6pc $10.95
- 12pc $19.95
Pasta
Add: bacon $3 | chicken $6 | chicken bites $7 | grilled or blackened shrimp $9 | truffle oil $4 | fresh lobster MKT
Rigatoni A La Vodka
$19.95
basil, cream, parmesan
Blackened Chicken Cavatappi
$18.95
basil pesto, tomatoes, shaved parmesan, evoo'
Shrimp Capellini
$23.95
lobster butter, spinach, tomato, basil
Baked Mac N' Cheese
$16.95
three cheeses, cavatappi elbow pasta, panko
Handhelds
hand-cut fries, seasoned thick-cut chips or dressed greens; Add: avocado, egg, truffle fries, sweet potato fries, onion rings, caramelized onions +$2 each | bacon +$3; Sub: wrap +$1, gluten free bun +$2
The Gates Burger 8oz
$16.95
dry aged pat lafrieda special blend, toasted brioche bun; Choice of: american, crumbled blue, cheddar, swiss or pepper jack
The Ram Smash Burger
$16.95
two 1/4 lb. smashed chuck sirloin patties, American cheese, special sauce
The Truffle Burger
$17.95
caramelized onions, truffle aioli, cheddar sauce, brioche bun
Veggie Burger
$17.95
house made, cheddar cheese, hummus spread, lettuce, tomato, brioche bun
The Bellagio
$17.95
house roasted chicken, basil aioli, avocado, tomato, bacon, lettuce, sourdough toast
Prime Rib French Rib
$17.95
slow roasted beef rib, rich au jus, toasted seeded roll
Philly Cheesesteak
$18.95
onion, peppers, cheese sauce
Lobster Roll
grilled split bun, old bay buttered or new england style
- MKT
Salads
Add: grilled or blackened chicken $6 | chicken bites $7 | grilled steak $9 | grilled or blackened salmon $9 | grilled or blackened shrimp $9 | sesame seared ahi tuna $11
Chop Chop Verona*
$15.95
A Gates Classic! Avocado, bacon, blue cheese crumbles, baby tomato, shaved red onion, cucumber, balsamic vinaigrette
Caesar
$12.95
romaine, parmigiano, croutons
Roasted Marinated Beet*
$15.95
baby arugula, pistachios, goat cheese, lemon & honey vinaigrette
Mediterranean
$16.95
romaine, falafel, quinoa tabouleh, tomato, cucumber, garbanzo, feta, roasted peppers, kalamata olives, greek dressing
Pear & Stilton
$14.95
mixed greens, asian pear, stilton blue, pistachios, orange-mustard vinaigrette
Kale & Sprouts
$14.95
baby kale, shaved brussels, dried cranberries, pistachios, julienne carrot, maple mustard vinaigrette
Chicken Paillard
$21.95
(grilled, blackened, or crispy milanese) avocado, baby arugula, heirloom tomato, shaved parmesan, lemon vinaigrette
Bowls
Choose Base: jasmine rice, greens, or ginger rice noodles; Sub: cauliflower rice or quinoa | +$1; Add: grilled or blackened chicken 6 | chicken bites $7 | grilled steak $9 | grilled or blackened shrimp $9 | grilled or blackened salmon $10 | sesame seared ahi tuna $11
Ahi Tuna
$21.95
soy marinated sushi grade tuna, pickled ginger, sesame, cucumber, avocado, julienne vegetables, sriracha-dynamite sauce
Crispy Chicken
$17.95
steamed broccoli, cabbage slaw, julienne carrots, cucumber, avocado & chili glaze, crispy noodles
Buddha
$18.95
roasted sweet potato, cauliflower, carrot, broccoli, baby arugula, chickpeas, radish, cabbage slaw, crispy noodles, spicy peanut sauce
Bang-Bang Shrimp
$19.95
shaved julienne vegetables, avocado, cucumber, cilantro, chipotle aioli, crispy noodles
BBQ Korean Beef
$19.95
mushrooms, steamed broccoli, scallion, sesame-soy glaze, shaved julienne vegetables
Seared Furikake Salmon
$22.95
roasted shiitake mushrooms, avocado, scallions, seaweed salad, carrots, scallions, sesame-soy
Vegan Supreme
$17.95
avocado, chickpeas, mushrooms, tomato, cauliflower, spinach, quinoa, lemon vinaigrette
Wood Fired Pizza
Sub: gluten free pizza dough | +$3; Top It: sausage, pepperoni, spinach, mushrooms, onions, olives, peppers | +$2 each
Margherita
$14.95
basil, sliced red vine tomato, fresh mozzarella
Mushroom & Truffle
$19.95
white sauce, shaved mozzarella, caramelized onion, white truffle oil
Buffalo Chicken
$14.95
diced chicken bites, mild sauce, fresh mozzarella, red onion, jalapeño
Crispy Kale
$17.95
fresh pesto, pecorino romano, mozzarella, crispy kale
Classic Cheese
$14.95
shaved mozzarella & tomato
Tacos
served with rice & beans
Chicken
$16.95
(grilled, blackened, or crispy chicken) queso fresco, chipotle aioli, guacamole, pico de gallo
Steak
$17.95
grilled marinated filet tips, red & green cabbage slaw, chimichurri sauce
Baja Shrimp*
$17.95
queso fresco, pico de gallo, guacamole, lime
Mahi Mahi*
$16.95
(grilled or crispy) slaw, pico de gallo, avocado, lime
Main Plates
Market Fish
daily preparation
- MKT
Honey Glazed Salmon*
$26.95
vegetable fried rice
Fish & Chips
$26.95
lightly battered fresh cod, cole slaw, lemon tartar sauce, hand-cut fries
Steak Frites
$27.95
filet of beef, creamy polenta, black peppercorn sauce, hand-cut fries
Wood Fired Half Chicken
$23.95
mashed potatoes, garlic broccoli, chicken gravy
Short Ribs
$23.95
slow braised beef, mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, natural jus
Baby Back Ribs
bbq sauce, cole slaw & hand-cut fries
- Half $19.95
- Full $32.95
Sides
Dressed Greens
$7.95Garlic Broccoli
$7.95Mashed Potatoes
$7.95Hand-Cut Fries
$7.95Sweet Potato Fries
$7.95Onion Rings
$7.95House-Made Potato Chips & Malt Vinegar Aioli
$7.95Truffle Fries
$9.95
*Gluten Friendly
Cocktails
Glass House Margarita
$13.00
house infused jalapeño tequila, grand marnier, agave, serrano peppers, fresh lime juice, spicy salt rim
Forest Street Lemonade
$12.00
tito's handmade vodka, lemonade, house made blueberry purée
Dark N' Stormy Mule
$12.00
goslings rum, ginger beer, lime juice
The Ram Olde Fashioned
$13.00
redemption bourbon, local real maple syrup, angostura bitters, orange peel
Smokey Paloma
$14.00
ilegal mezcal, fresh lime juice, agave, fever tree grapefruit soda
The Road Runner Moonshine Margarita
$12.00
de-nada reposado tequila, midnight moonshine, triple sec, agave
Mint Gin & Tonic
$13.00
hendrick's gin, fresh mint, lime juice, fever tree elderflower tonic
Martinis
Ice Storm
$13.00
citron vodka, white cranberry juice, cointreau, elderflower, fresh lime juice
Fast Car
$13.00
remy martin, cointreau, fresh lemon, cranberry
Gate's Gimlet
$12.00
hendrick's gin, agave, cucumber, fresh lime
The French Kiss
$14.00
citron vodka, chambord, pineapple juice
The Vesper
$15.00
belvedere vodka, hendrick's gin, lillet
The Night Owl
$14.00
vanilla vodka, fresh-pressed espresso, kahlua
Mocktails
Berry-Nice
$9.00
berries, mint, citrus
Cool As A Cucumber
$9.00
cucumber, agave, mint, lime
After Dinner Cocktails
Boozy Root Beer Float
$15.00
rum, chocolate sauce, vanilla ice cream, whipped cream
Mudslide
$15.00
vodka, irish cream, kahlua, chocolate sauce, vanilla ice cream & whipped cream
Here's To You
$16.00
remy martin vsop, espresso, kahlua
The Lucky Irishman
$12.00
irish whiskey, zumbach's coffee, irish cream, whipped cream
Whites
Joel Gott | Unoaked Chardonnay | Napa, CA
- Gl $12.00
- Bt $48.00
Kendall-Jackson | Vintner's Reserve Chardonnay | Santa Rosa, CA
- Gl $14.00
- Bt $56.00
Barone Fini | Pinot Grigio | Valdige, Italy
- Gl $11.00
- Bt $44.00
Kim Crawford | Sauvignon Blanc | Marlborough, NZ
- Gl $14.00
- Bt $56.00
Seaglass | Riesling | Santa Barbara, CA
- Gl $10.00
- Bt $40.00
Martin Codax | Albarino Rias Baixas, Spain
- Gl $12.00
- Bt $48.00
Sancerre (Rotating Label)
- Gl $16.00
- Bt $64.00
Sparkling & Rosé
Whispering Angel | Rosé | Provence, France
- Gl $15.00
- Bt $60.00
Fleur de Prairie | Rosé | Sud de France
- Gl $13.00
- Bt $52.00
La Marca | Prosecco | Veneto, Italy
$12.00Canella | "Lido" Sparkling Prosecco | Rosé | Veneto, Italy
$12.00Reds
Murphy Goode | Pinot Noir | Santa Barbara, CA
- Gl $11.00
- Bt $44.00
Rascal | Pinot Noir | Dundee, Oregon
- Gl $12.00
- Bt $48.00
Renieri | "Invetro" Super Tuscan | Tuscany, Italy
- Gl $14.00
- Bt $56.00
Michael David | "Freakshow" Cabernet | Lodi, CA
- Gl $14.00
- Bt $56.00
Louis Martini | Cabernet | Sonoma, California
- Gl $12.00
- Bt $48.00
Clos de Los Siete | Malbec | Mendoza, Argentina
- Gl $14.00
- Bt $46.00
Alamos | Malbec | Mendoza, Argentina
- Gl $11.00
- Bt $44.00
J. Lohr Vineyards | Merlot | Paso Robles, CA
- Gl $12.00
- Bt $48.00
Notables
Maison Louis Jadot Bourgogne | Chardonnay 2020 | Burgundy, France
- Bt $75.00
Livio Felluga | Pinot Grigio 2020 | Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
- Bt $70.00
Caymus Vineyards | Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 | Napa Valley, CA
- Bt $150.00
The Four Graces | Pinot Noir 2018 | Willamette Valley, CA
- Bt $80.00
Terrazas De Los Andes | Grand Malbec 2019 | Mendoza, Argentina
- Bt $125.00
Bourbon
Basil Hayden
Blanton's
Bulliet
Bulliet Rye
Jefferson's
Knob Creek
Maker's Mark
Redemption
Rittenhouse Rye
Willet Pot Still
Woodford's Reserve
Woodford's Rye
Scotch
Arran 10yr
Balvenie 12yr DoubleWood
Glenlivet 12yr
Dewar's
Johnnie Walker Blue Label
Lagavulin 16yr
The Macallan 12yr
Oban 14yr
Snacks
Potato Chips
$9.95
thick cut & seasoned in house, malt vinegar aioli
Chips & Guacamole
$12.95
fresh cut corn chips, pico de gallo, lime salt
Jumbo Pretzel Sticks (4)
$10.95
sea salt, cheddar sauce, honey mustard
Vegetable Spring Rolls
$13.95
rice paper wrapped, lightly fried, shaved julienne carrots & zucchini, arugula, sweet chili sauce
Trash Can Nachos
$13.95
queso, jalapeño, pico de gallo, olive, green onion, sour cream
- Add: Guacamole
- $3.00
- Add: Spicy Chili or Grilled Chicken
- $6.00
- Add: Steak
- $9.00
Shishito Peppers
$12.95
wood fire roasted, sea salt
Prime Rib Sliders (3)
$14.95
horseradish, au jus, crispy onions
Shareables
Spicy Ahi Tuna Tartar
$18.95
crispy rice cake, avocado, sesame-seaweed salad, jalapeño garnish, soy sauce
Copps Island Oysters
cocktail sauce, mignonette, lemon wedge
- (6) $13.95
- (12) $25.95
Bao Buns (3)
Pork Belly: kim chi slaw, scallions, hoisin bbq, cucumber. KFC: korean bbq sauce, kim chi mango slaw
- Pork Belly $13.95
- KFC $14.95
Pemaquid Mussels
$19.95
From the pristine coastal waters of Maine. White-wine butter, herbs & garlic, toasted baguette
Eggplant Rollatini Stack
$13.95
marinara, ricotta, mozzarella, basil, balsamic, roasted baby tomato
Gates Quesadilla
$12.95
cheddar & pepperjack cheese, sour cream, pico de gallo, flour tortilla
- Add: Grilled or Blackened Chicken
- $6.00
- Add: Steak
- $9.00
- Add: Shrimp
- $9.00
- Add: Guacamole
- $3.00
- Add: Grilled Veggies
- $3.00
Wings
bbq, korean bbq, buffalo mild, hot or "volcanic" | Choice of: ranch or blue cheese
- 6pc $11.95
- 12pc $21.95
Chicken Bites
tossed in our special seasoning with choice of sauce: bbq, korean bbq, buffalo mild, hot or "volcanic" | Choice of: ranch or blue cheese
- 6pc $10.95
- 12pc $19.95
Salads
Add: grilled or blackened chicken $6 | chicken bites $7 | grilled steak $9 | grilled or blackened salmon $10 | grilled or blackened shrimp $9 | sesame seared ahi tuna $11
Chop Chop Verona*
$15.95
A Gates Classic! Avocado, bacon, blue cheese crumbles, baby tomato, shaved red onion, cucumber, balsamic vinaigrette
Caesar
$12.95
romaine, parmigiano, croutons
Roasted Marinated Beet*
$15.95
baby arugula, pistachios, goat cheese, lemon & honey vinaigrette
Mediterranean*
$16.95
romaine, falafel, quinoa tabouleh, tomato, cucumber, garbanzo, feta, roasted peppers, kalamata olives, greek dressing
Pear & Stilton
$14.95
mixed greens, asian pear, stilton blue, pistachios, orange-mustard vinaigrette
Kale & Sprouts
$14.95
baby kale, shaved brussels, dried cranberries, pistachios, julienne carrot, maple mustard vinaigrette
Chicken Paillard
$21.95
(grilled, blackened, or crispy milanese) avocado, baby arugula, heirloom tomato, shaved parmesan, lemon vinaigrette
Burgers
hand-cut fries, seasoned thick-cut chips or dressed greens; Add: avocado, egg, truffle fries, sweet potato fries, onion rings, caramelized onions +$2 each | bacon +$3; Sub: gluten free bun +$2
The Gates Burger 8oz
$16.95
Dry-aged pat lafrieda special blend, toasted brioche bun. Choice of: american, crumbled blue, cheddar, swiss or pepper jack
The Ram Smash Burger
$16.95
two 1/4 lb. smashed chuck sirloin patties, American cheese, special sauce
BBQ
$16.95
onion rings, cheddar, bbq sauce, toasted brioche
Spicy Bleu
$16.95
hot buffalo sauce, blue cheese dressing, jalapeño, toasted brioche bun
Bacon & Brie
$18.95
caramelized onions, smoked bacon, melted brie, arugula, brioche bun
The Truffle
$17.95
caramelized onions, truffle aioli, cheddar sauce, toasted brioche bun
Veggie Burger
$17.95
house made, cheddar cheese, hummus spread, lettuce, tomato, brioche bun
Sandwiches
hand-cut fries, seasoned thick-cut chips or dressed greens; Add: avocado, egg, truffle fries, sweet potato fries, onion rings, caramelized onions +$2 each | bacon +$3; Sub: wrap +$1 | gluten free bun +$2
The Bellagio
$17.95
house roasted chicken, basil aioli, avocado, tomato, bacon, lettuce, sourdough toast
Philly Cheesesteak
$18.95
caramelized onion, peppers, cheese sauce
Salmon BLT
$18.95
pesto aioli, bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomato, 7 grain toast
Cuban
$16.95
roasted pork, ham, swiss, pickles, dijonnaise, pressed cuban roll
Korean BBQ Chicken
$15.95
crispy chicken, korean bbq sauce, mango salsa, sesame mayo, kim chi mango slaw, brioche
Prime Rib French Dip
$17.95
slow roasted beef rib, rich au jus, toasted seeded roll
Greek Goddess
$15.95
goat cheese, spinach, cucumber, sprouts, avocado, arugula, 7 grain toast
Classic BLT
$12.95
4 strips of bacon, herb aioli, toasted sourdough
- Add: Turkey
- $4.00
Fresh Roasted Turkey Breast
$16.95
cheddar, lettuce, tomato, herb aioli, toasted brioche bun
French Ham & Swiss
$14.95
hand carved ham, imported swiss, buttered baguette, sliced cornichon, dijon
Tuna Salad Melt
$15.95
albacore tuna, diced cornichon & scallions, mayo, tomato, cheddar, open-faced large english muffin
Caesar Wrap
$10.95
romaine, parmigiano, house dressing
- Add: Chicken
- $3.00
- Add: Steak
- $5.00
- Add: Blackened Shrimp
- $6.00
Grilled Cheese & Tomato Bisque
$15.95
cheddar, american, swiss or pepper jack, sour dough toast
- Add: Bacon
- $3.00
- Add: Smoked Ham
- $2.00
Bowls
Choose Base: jasmine rice, greens, or ginger rice noodles; Sub: cauliflower rice or quinoa | +$1; Add: grilled or blackened chicken $6 | chicken bites $7 | grilled steak $9 | grilled or blackened shrimp $9 | sesame seared ahi tuna $11 | grilled or blackened salmon $10
Ahi Tuna
$21.95
soy marinated sushi grade tuna, pickled ginger, sesame, cucumber, avocado, julienne vegetables, sriracha-dynamite sauce
Crispy Chicken
$17.95
steamed broccoli, cabbage slaw, julienne carrots, cucumber, avocado & chili glaze
Buddha
$18.95
roasted sweet potato, cauliflower, carrot, broccoli, baby arugula, chickpeas, radish, cabbage slaw, spicy peanut sauce
Bang-Bang Shrimp
$19.95
shaved julienne vegetables, avocado, cucumber, cilantro, chipotle aioli
BBQ Korean Beef
$19.95
mushrooms, steamed broccoli, scallion, sesame-soy glaze, shaved julienne vegetables
Seared Furikake Salmon
$22.95
roasted shiitake mushrooms, avocado, scallions, seaweed salad, carrots, scallions, sesame-soy
Vegan Supreme
$17.95
avocado, chickpeas, mushrooms, tomato, cauliflower, spinach, quinoa, lemon vinaigrette
Tacos
served with rice & beans
Chicken
$16.95
(grilled, blackened, or crispy chicken) queso fresco, chipotle aioli, guacamole, pico de gallo
Steak
$17.95
grilled marinated filet tips, red & green cabbage slaw, chimichurri sauce
Baja Shrimp*
$17.95
queso fresco, pico de gallo, guacamole, lime
Mahi Mahi*
$16.95
(grilled or crispy) slaw, pico de gallo, avocado, lime
Lunch Specials
The Daily Omelet
$14.95
dressed greens, sour dough toast
Avocado Toast
$14.95
smashed avocado, burrata, roasted cherry tomato, red onion, arugula, balsamic reduction, 7-grain toast
Fish & Chips
$26.95
lightly battered fresh cod, cole slaw, lemon tartar sauce, hand-cut fries
Steak Frites
$27.95
filet of beef, creamy polenta, black peppercorn sauce, hand-cut fries
Baby Back Ribs
bbq sauce, cole slaw & hand-cut fries
- Half $19.95
- Full $32.95
Sides
Dressed Greens
$7.95Garlic Broccoli
$7.95Mashed Potatoes
$7.95Hand-Cut Fries
$7.95Sweet Potato Fries
$7.95Onion Rings
$7.95Truffle Fries
$9.95
*Gluten Friendly
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General Info
Payment Types
All Major Cards
Cuisine
American - Contemporary
American - Traditional
Bar
Meals
Lunch
Dinner
Brunch
Hours
Monday:
11:30am - 10:00pm
Tuesday:
11:30am - 10:00pm
Wednesday:
11:30am - 10:00pm
Thursday:
11:30am - 10:00pm
Friday:
11:30am - 11:30pm
Saturday:
11:00am - 1:00am
Sunday:
11:00am - 9:00pm
About Us
Beautiful 19th century wrought iron gates lead you into this airy restaurant with Mediterranean checked table cloths, oversized terra-cotta planters and wonderful oversized paintings. Large windows overlook the outside garden dining.The menu offers a variety of creative appetizers, salads, sandwiches, entrees and burgers with a European-Asian flair. Specials include seafood and homemade ravioli. Children's menu offered.