Menu

Pre-Curtain Dinner

Sample Prix Fixe Menu | Check Back for the full 2019-20 Season Menu

The Pre-Theater Menu is served from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Recommended as a Three Course Prix Fixe, select a First Course, Second Course, and Dessert.

First Course

Chicken & Foie Gras Mousse
Sauternes Gelèe, Toasted Baguette, Persimmon Marmalade, Warm Spices | 28
Hamachi Crudo
Black Garlic Aioli, Avocado, Yuzu Kosho, Ponzu Vinaigrette, Enoki Mushroom $5 supplement | 30
Asparagus Soup
Goat Cheese Royale, Brioche Crouton, Radish Salad, Basil | 24
Poached Pear Salad
Baby Greens, House-Made Ricotta, Candied Walnuts, Fourme d'Ambert, Truffle Vinaigrett | 24
Classic House-Smoked Salmon*
Organic Applewood-Smoked Salmon, Coriander, Classic Accompaniments, Whole Wheat Crisp | 28
Crab Cake
White Wine Beurre Blanc,Whole Grain Mustard, Mache, Lemon $5 supplement | 30

Second Course

Beef Tenderloin
Roasted Asparagus, Domino Potato, Smoked Onion, Red Pepper Emulsion, Chimichurri Sauce $15 PF supplement | 58
Slow Cooked Salmon*
Jasmine Rice, Green Almond Vinaigrette, English Peas, Coconut Broth, Crispy Shallots, Almond Cream | 45
Branzino a la Plancha
Okinawan Purple Potatoes, Castelvetrano Olives, Toasted Pine Nuts, Rosemary Aioli, Glazed Lemon | 47
Herb Roasted Chicken
Pistachio Roulade, Roasted Heirloom Potatoes, Sauteed Broccoli Rabe, Spring Onion Vinaigrette, Herb Pistou | 45
Guinea Hen Ravioli
Foie Gras and Hen Filling, Whipped Celery Root, Poached Sour Cherries, Buttered Hazelnuts, Sauce Albufera | 44
Seared Diver Scallops
Day Boat Scallops, Black Rice, Saffron Aioli, Poached Cherry Tomato, Crustacean Broth $7 Supplement | 52

Caviar*

30 Gram Portion with Traditional Accompaniments
Royal Belgian Siberian
Small Pearl, Light Fruitiness, Golden Brown Hue | 120
Royal Belgian Platinum
Medium Pearl, Buttery Flavor, Mirror-Like Finish | 140
Royal Belgian Osetra
Medium Pearl, Mild Nutty Flavor, Dark Green Hue | 160

Dessert

Baked Alaska
Toasted Meringue, Vanilla Ice Cream, Raspberry Sorbet, Lemon Crème Anglaise, Angel Food Cake | 19
Chocolate Raspberry Mousse
Chocolate Brownie, Dulcey Ganache, Praline Crunch, Raspberry Mousse, Raspberry Coulis, Hazelnut Crema, Dragee Cocoa Nibs | 19
Frangipane Tart
Spiced Pear, Poached Apricot, Pistachio Coulis, Whipped Cream, Candied Pistachio | 19
Sorbets or Ice Creams
A combination of either three ice cream or three sorbet flavors, one scoop of each | 19
Petit Fours
Seasonal selection including: Chocolate Hazelnut Tart, Pumpkin Almond Crostata, Macaron, Coconut Rocher, Cheesecake Tart | 19
Mixed Berries
Fresh berries $5 supplement | 25

Cheese

Selection of 3 cheeses: $25 Selection of 5 cheeses: $32
Cambazola Black Label Blue
Style:Blue Origin: Germany, Aligau region Milk: Cow's A triple cream, brie style blue. This creamy blue cheese is made with a bloomy rind in the style of brie. It is mild, nutty, and slightly sweet, making it a perfect blue for after dinner or dessert.
Ewephoria
Style: Gouda Origin: Holland Milk: Sheep's This aged Gouda has a firm, almost crumbly texture with nice, crunchy crystallization.The flavor is very nutty, with hints of grass, and is slightly sweeter than most Goudas due to the fat from the sheep's milk.
Brebirousse d'Argental
Style: Brie Origin: France, Lyon (Rhône Valley) Milk: Sheep's This creamy, sheep's milk cheese is aged with annatto, giving the rind an orange color and an earthy flavor. The inside is extremely soft, almost runny, with a tangy, buttery and mushroom flavor.
Tomme de Savoie
Style: Tomme Origin: France, Rhône Valley Milk: Unpasteurized cow's Tomme is a family of cheeses from the French and Swiss Alps. The Savoie region is in the northwestern French alps. This semi-firm cheese is grassy, with notes of citrus and mild nuttiness with a thick, gray rind.
Piave
Style: Alpine Origin: Italy, Veneto Region Milk: Cow's This hard aged Alpine cheese has a smooth and nutty flavor profile. It is named after the Piave river, near where the cattle are raised. It is sweet, with tropical, fruity undertones, and has a slight bitterness of raw almond.

A Note for Our Patrons

Guests who are dining pre-curtain at the Grand Tier Restaurant, and attending a performance at the Metropolitan Opera House, have the option of either completing the meal before the show or returning at one of the intermissions for dessert and coffee. When making a reservation, please indicate your preference.

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Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, eggs unpasteurized milk may increase your risk of foodborne illness

Saturday Brunch

Sample Prix Fixe Menu | Check Back for the Full 2019-20 Season Menu

Served before every Saturday Matinee. We offer a prix fixe which includes choice of a First Course and Second Course.

Caviar*

30 Gram Portion with Traditional Accompaniments
Royal Belgian Siberian
Medium Pearl, Buttery Flavor, Mirror-Like Finish | 120
Royal Belgian Platinum
Medium Pearl, Buttery Flavor, Mirror-Like Finish | 140
Royal Belgian Osetra
Medium Pearl, Mild Nutty Flavor, Dark Green Hue | 160

First Course

Yogurt and Granola Parfait
Vanilla Scented Yogurt, Coconut Granola, Pineapple Jam, Banana, Macadamia Nuts | 19
Roasted Tomato Soup
Burrata, Heirloom Tomato, Focaccia Crouton, Sicilian Olive Oil | 22
Crab Cake
Mustard Beurre Blanc, White wine, Shallots $5 PF supplement | 28
Poached Pear Salad
Baby Greens, House-Made Ricotta,Candied Pecans, Fourme d'Ambert,Truffle Vinaigrette | 22
Burrata Salad
Baby Arugula, Fresh Figs, Roasted Delicata Squash, Pine Nuts, Black Pepper Vinaigrette | 24
Classic Smoked Salmon*
Organic Salmon, Applewood,Coriander, Classic Accompaniments | 26

Second Course

Branzino a la Plancha
Sicilian Escarole, Rosemary Aioli, Crushed Potato, Meyer Lemon, Castelvetrano Olives $12 PF supplement | 42
Pumpkin Risotto
Aged Carnaroli Rice, Wild Mushrooms, Autumn Pumpkin, Pancetta, Radicchio | 38
Soft Scrambled Eggs*
House Smoked Salmon, Melted Leeks, Gruyere, Toasted Baguette, Black Truffle | 28
Benedict Royale*
Poached Eggs, Anson Mills Cornbread, Maple Sage Sausage, Herb Potatoes, Hollandaise | 29
Brioche French Toast
Roasted Honey Crisp Apples, Whipped Mascarpone, Walnuts | 28
Roasted Organic Chicken
Stone Ground Polenta, Charred Treviso, Glazed Figs, Foie Gras Jus $12 PF supplement | 42

A Note for Our Patrons

*consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness

Sides

$8.00
Smoked Bacon
Yukon Gold Potatoes
Sea Salt & Herbs

Wine List

Champagne

Rolet Père et Fils, Crémant du Jura, 2010
| 85
Henriot, Souverain, Brut, NV
| 95
Billecart-Salmon, Reserve, Brut, NV
| 115
Taittinger, Brut, NV
| 120
Le Mesnil, Grand Cru Blanc De Blancs
| 130
Veuve Clicquot, Brut, NV
| 140
Billecart-Salmon, Brut Rosé, NV (375ML 1/2 bottle)
| 100
Billecart-Salmon, Brut Rosé, NV
| 160
Bruno Paillard, Blanc de Blancs, NV
| 200
Nicolas Feuillatte, Palmes d'Or, 2002
| 275
Krug, Grande Cuvée, MV
| 350
Dom Pérignon, 2004
| 375
Louis Roederer, Cristal, 2007
| 425
Salon, Brut Blanc De Blancs Le Mesnil, 2002
| 700

Chardonnay - Burgundy

Saint-Veran, Joseph Drouhin 2015
| 65
Montagny, 1er Cru, J.M Boillot 2014
| 80
Pouilly-Fuissé, Domaine Guerrin, Sur La Roche 2013
| 85
Meursault, Jean Michel Gaunoux, 2013
| 115
Pernand Vergelesses 1er Cru, Sous Fretille, Deux Montille 2012
| 125
Saint Aubin 1 Cru, Morey-Blanc 2014
| 145
Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru, Les Chaumées, Bruno Colin, 2012
| 230
Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru, Folatieres, Chavy Martin, 2013
| 260
Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru, La Truffiere, Bruno Colin, 2007
| 300
Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru, Bonneau Martray, 1998
| 315
Chablis Grand Cru, Louis Michel 2014
| 155

Chardonnay - United States

Calera, Central Coast 2014
| 80
Flowers, Sonoma Coast, 2014
| 95
Cakebread, Napa, 2014
| 105
Chalk Hill, Russian River, 2013
| 120
Kistler Les Noisetiers, Sonoma Coast 2014
| 130

Sauvignon Blanc and other Whites – Italy and France

IL Tasso Pinot Grigio Venzia Giulia 2014
| 70
Tramin, Alto Adige, 2013
| 65
Clement & Florian Berthier "Silex" Sancerre 2015
| 75
Livio Felluga, Pinot Grigio, Friuli 2013
| 75
Domaine Vacheron, Sancerre, 2013
| 90
Quintarelli Bianco, Veneto, 2015
| 100
Château Tracy, Pouilly-Fumé 2012
| 115

Sauvignon Blanc - United States

Selene, Hyde Vineyard, Napa, 2013
| 65
Duckhorn, Napa, 2014
| 80

Chenin Blanc - Loire

Vouvray Sec, La Dilettante, Catherine & Pierre Breton 2014
| 65

Marsanne, Roussane, Viognier - Rhône & Languedoc

Ermitage du Pic St Loup, Ravaille Frères, Languedoc, 2013
| 65
St. Joseph, Andre Perret, 2012
| 95
Condrieu, Clos Chanson, Andre Perret, 2011
| 125

Riesling - Germany

Red Tail Ridge, Finger Lakes, NY 2015
| 60
Merkelbach, Urziger Wurzgarten, Mosel, 2014
| 65
Emrich-Schonleber, Monzinger Frühlingsplätzchen, Nahe, 2012
| 95
Albert Maan-Schlossberg, Alsace Grand Cru 2014
| 105

Gruner Veltliner - Austria

Im Weingebirge Federspiel, Nikolaihof, Wachau, 2014
| 75

Spain

Conde de Hervias Mencos Viura, Rioja, 2011
| 65
Do Ferreiro Albariño Rias Baixas, 2013
| 70

Gamay, Pinot Noir - Burgundy

Chiroubles, Beaujolais Steeve Charvet 2014
| 65
Morgon, Jean Paul Chevenet 2014
| 85
Santenay 1er Cru, Les Graviéres, Bruno Colin, 2012
| 95
Cote De Nuits-Villages, Domaine de la Douaix, 2011
| 120
Savigny-les Beaune, Simon Bize & Fils 2012
| 140
Morey-Saint-Denis, Clos-Solon 2011
| 175
Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru, Domaine Tortochot 2012
| 250

Pinot Noir - United States

Emeritus, Hallberg Ranch, Russian River Valley 2013
| 85
St. Innocent, Momtazi Vineyard, Yamhill-Carlton, 2013
| 95
Hamacher, Willamette, 2012
| 105
Patricia Green, Durant Vineyard, Dundee Hills, 2013
| 110
Flowers, Sonoma Coast, 2014
| 115
Martinelli, Bondi Home Ranch, Russian River, 2014
| 150
Argot, Hawk Hill Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 2012
| 120

Syrah, Grenache - Rhône & Languedoc

Côtes du Rhône, Domaine de Marcoux 2013
| 75
ErmÍtage du Pic Saint Loup, Cuvee Sainte Agnès, Ravaille Freres, 2012
| 80
Hermitage, Crozes Tiercerolles 2012
| 100
Côte-Rotie, Domaine de Saint Cosme, 2014
| 150
Hermitage, La Pierrelle 2011
| 160
Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Domaine Vieux Telegraphe, 2011
| 170

Zinfandel, Syrah, Cabernet Franc and Malbec

Quivira Black Boar Zinfandel, Dry Creek Valley 2013
| 80
St. Nicolas de Bourgueil, Les Petits Grains, Frederic Mabileau 2012
| 80
Zaca Mesa Syrah Reserve, Santa Ynez, 2010
| 95

Bordeaux

Château Tour Bayard, St. Emilion 2011
| 85
Château Clos de la Cure, St. Emilion Grand Cru, 2012
| 110
Château Beau - Site, St. Estephe 2009
| 125
Château Gombaude Guillot, Pomerol, 2008
| 145
Domaine de Cambes, St. Emilion, 2007
| 165
Chateau Talbot, Saint - Julien 2005
| 265
Chateau Haut-Bailly, Graves, Grand Cru 2005
| 350
Chateau Lynch-Bages, Pauillac, Grand Cru 2008
| 380
Chateau Beau-Sejour Becot, St. Emilion, Grand Cru 1995
| 425
Chateau Pavie, Saint Emilion, Grand Cru 2007
| 740
Château Haut Brion, Graves, 2006
| 995
Chateau Leoville-Las Cases 'Clos du Marquis', Saint Julien 1995
| 200

Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon - United States

Mayacamas Merlot, Napa, 2010
| 90
Selene Merlot, Napa, 2012
| 95
Elizabeth Spencer Cabernet, Napa, 2012
| 100
L'Ecole, Perigee, Walla Walla Valley 2012
| 125
Jordan Cabernet, Alexander Valley, 2011
| 150
Grgich Hills, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa 2006
| 225
J. Davies Cabernet, Napa, 2011
| 200
Caymus, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa 2013
| 195
Dalla Valle Collina, Napa, 2012
| 230
Elivette, Cabernet Sauvignon, Spring Mountain 2001
| 350
Joseph Phelps, Insignia, Napa 2012
| 395

Italy

Felsina Chianti Classico, Tuscany, 2013
| 65
Luigi Pira, Serralunga, Barolo, Piemonte 2011
| 105
Poggio Antico Altero, Brunello di Montalcino, Tuscany 2009
| 145
Costani Brunello di Montalcino, Tuscany, 2009
| 185
Col di Lamo, Brunello di Montalcino, Tuscany 2008
| 195
Quintarelli Ca' del Merlot, Veneto, 2004
| 200
Quintarelli Valpolicella, Veneto, 2006
| 220
Vietti Barolo, Lazzarito, Piemonte, 2011
| 325

Spain

D. Ventura, Peña do Lobo, Ribeira Sacra, 2012
| 70
La Rioja Alta, Viña Ardanza Reserva, Rioja, 2008
| 80
Bodegas Ontañón, Gran Reserva, Rioja, 2005
| 120

Wine & Cocktails

Wines by the Glass

Sparkling & Champagne

Mionetto Prosecco Veneto NV
| 17
Mionetto Prosecco Veneto NV
| 75
Louis Roederer Brut Champagne NV
| 22
Louis Roederer Brut Champagne NV
| 95
Veuve Clicquot Brut Champagne NV
| 30
Veuve Clicquot Brut Champagne NV
| 150
Cristal Louis Roederer Brut Champagne 2009
| 75
Cristal Louis Roederer Brut Champagne 2009
| 425

White Wine

Morin Pierre Vieilles Vignes, Sancerre 2016
| 20
Morin Pierre Vieilles Vignes, Sancerre 2016
| 85
Il Tasso Pinot Grigio Friuli 2015
| 19
Il Tasso Pinot Grigio Friuli 2015
| 80
L'Oliveto,Chardonnay Russian River Valley 2014
| 19
L'Oliveto,Chardonnay Russian River Valley 2014
| 80
William Fevre Chablis Champs Royaux 2016
| 21
William Fevre Chablis Champs Royaux 2016
| 90

Rose Wine

Domaine de Cala Rose Provence 2016
| 17
Domaine de Cala Rose Provence 2016
| 80

Red Wine

Tintonergo, Malbec, Limestone Block Mendoza 2016
| 19
Tintonergo, Malbec, Limestone Block Mendoza 2016
| 80
Wither Hills Pinot Noir Marlborough 2012
| 20
Wither Hills Pinot Noir Marlborough 2012
| 85
Bordeaux, Château Tour Bayard Saint-Émilion 2014
| 24
Bordeaux, Château Tour Bayard Saint-Émilion 2014
| 115

Cocktails

Tosca 75
Bombay Sapphire, Mionetto Prosecco, lemon | 19
The Metropolitan
Ketel One Vodka, triple sec, cranberry, lime | 19
Aida's Daiquiri
Cruzan Light Rum, lime, simple syrup | 19
The Perfect Manhattan
Bulleit Bourbon, Punt E Mes Vermouth, Cocchi Americano, Angostura Bitters | 19
Otello's Negroni
Nolet's Gin, Campari, Noilly Prat Sweet Vermouth | 19

Beers

Stella Artois, Belgium
| 11
Blue Point Toasted Lager Patchogue, New York
| 11
Abita Light Lager Abita Springs, Louisiana
| 11
Doc's Draft Hard Apple Cider Warwick, NY
| 11
Ommegang Nirvana IPA Cooperstown, NY
| 11
Greenport Harbor Porter Greenport, NY
| 11

Premium Selection

Flowers, Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast 2015
| 30
Flowers, Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast 2015
| 110
Jordan, Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 2014
| 40
Jordan, Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 2014
| 150

Wines by the Half Bottle (375 ml)

Billecart-Salmon Brut Rose Champagne NV
| 110
Bichot Pommard Clos De Ursulines 2015
| 85
Château Rauzan-Segla, Ségla Margaux 2012
| 75
Chateau Simard, St. Emilion Grand Cru 2009
| 75
Pouilly-Fuisse, Auvigue Charnay-Les Macon 2014
| 75
Domaine Chavy Puligny Montrachet 2015
| 75

Intermission Menu

Intermission Menu

Pre-order at diningatmetopera.com | Our First Intermission Menu is recommended as a $69 Three Course Prix Fixe. Select a First Course, Second Course and Dessert.

First Course

Chicken & Foie Gras Mousse
Sauternes Gelèe, Toasted Baguette, Persimmon Marmalade, Warm Spices | 28
Roasted Tomato Soup
Wild Mushroom and Black Truffle Espuma, Shaved Hazelnuts, Brioche Crouton, Chervil Add Black Truffle $10 supplement | 24
Poached Pear Salad
Baby Greens, House-Made Ricotta, Candied Pecans, Fourme d'Ambert, Truffle Vinaigrette | 24
Classic House-Smoked Salmon*
Organic Applewood-Smoked Salmon, Coriander, Classic Accompaniments, Whole Wheat Crisp | 28
Crab Cake
White Wine Beurre Blanc, Whole Grain Mustard, Mache, Lemon - Order as a first course or entree $5 PF supplement | 30

Second Course

Branzino a la Plancha
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Castelvetrano Olives Toasted Pine Nuts, Rosemary Aioli, Glazed Lemon | 47
Slow Cooked Salmon*
Glazed Baby Fennel, Smoked Potato Gnocchi, Roasted Leeks, Burnt Orange, Lobster Broth Add Black Truffle $25 supplement | 45
Dry-Aged Strip Loin
28 Day Dry-Aged, Smoked Gouda Croquettes, Creamed Spinach, Roasted Autumn Mushroom, Veal Jus $15 PF supplement | 58
Roasted Organic Chicken
Pencil Cob Grits, Housemade Sausage, Braised Greens, Cornbread Croutons, Smoked Chicken Jus | 45
Crab Cake
White Wine Beurre Blanc, Whole Grain Mustard, Mache, Lemon - Order as a first course or entree $5 PF supplement | 52

Dessert

Baked Alaska
Toasted Meringue, Vanilla Ice Cream, Raspberry Sorbet, Lemon Crème Anglaise, Angel Food Cake | 19
Chocolate Raspberry Mousse
Chocolate Brownie, Dulcey Ganache, Praline Crunch, Raspberry Mousse, Raspberry Coulis, Hazelnut Crema, Dragee Cocoa Nibs | 19
Tropical Fruit Gateaux
Pistachio Cake, Tropical Curd, Coconut Molleaux, Passionfruit Coulis, Mango Lassi Mousse, Candied Pistachio, Pineapple and Lime | 19
Chocolate Soufflé
Valrhona Chocolate and Crème Anglaise | 22
Petit Fours
Seasonal selection including: Chocolate Hazelnut Tart, Pumpkin Almond Crostata, Macaron, Coconut Rocher, Cheesecake Tart | 19
Sorbets or Ice Creams
A combination of either three ice cream or three sorbet flavors, one scoop of each | 19
Mixed Berries
Fresh Berries $5 supplement | 25

A Note for Our Patrons

Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, eggs unpasteurized milk may increase your risk of foodborne illness

Caviar*

30 Gram Portion with Traditional Accompaniments
Royal Belgian Siberian
Small Pearl, Light Fruitiness, Golden Brown Hue | 120
Royal Belgian Platinum
Medium Pearl, Buttery Flavor, Mirror-Like Finish | 140
Royal Belgian Osetra
Medium Pearl, Mild Nutty Flavor, Dark Green Hue | 160