With so many tasty dishes on Emerald Restaurant’s Lunch and Dinner menu, let us point you toward a few Central New York favorite dishes. For appetizers, try the Utica Greens – but don’t let the name fool you. Braised escarole is accompanied by Italian meats, cherry peppers, pecorino cheese, breadcrumbs and served with garlic bread. Cutting carbs or eating gluten free? Our Classic Cob is one of our most popular salads. Enjoy hot sandwiches fresh off the grill or Italian and American style entrées.
Appetizers
Crispy Chicken Strips
Chicken tenders deep fried to golden brown, choice of sauce: Buffalo, BBQ or Honey Mustard
Chicken Wings
8 chicken wings, celery sticks, blue cheese - Hot, Mild, Everything or Garlic
Mozzarella Sticks
Fried to golden brown, with marinara sauce
Philly Cheese Steak Egg Roll
Shaved sirloin, cheese, sweet caramelized onions
Reuben Egg Rolls
Classic with corned beef, sauerkraut, swiss cheese, tangy Thousand Island dressing
Garlic Ciabatta
Fresh-baked ciabatta bread, generously slathered with garlic butter, toasted
Onion Rings
Breaded and fried to golden brown, served with chipotle ranch
Loaded Fries
Bacon, cheddar cheese sauce and scallions
Loaded Tater Tots
Topped with melted shredded cheddar cheese, bacon, and sliced green onions served with sour cream
3-Cheese Baked Meatballs
Meatballs with provolone, mozzarella and parmesan cheese, served with garlic bread
Combo Platter
Chicken strips, onion rings, mozzarella sticks, marinara and choice of two sauces (Buffalo, BBQ, or Honey Mustard)
Emerald Pretzel Antipasto
Bavarian pretzel, soppressata, salami, pepperoni, peppadew, pickled hummus, feta cheese, New York cheddar cheese, olives, smoked tomato, whole grain mustard
Grand Salads
[GF] ♥ The Greek
Romaine lettuce, cucumbers, crumbled feta cheese, Kalamata olives, tomatoes, pickled red onions, roasted red peppers, homemade Greek dressing
Add grilled chicken or shrimp
[GF] Caesar Salad
Romaine, croutons, pecorino cheese, Caesar dressing
Add grilled chicken or shrimp
Buffalo Chicken Salad
Romaine, crispy chicken, heirloom tomatoes, blue cheese, Buffalo ranch dressing
[GF] ♥ Classic Cobb
Romaine, grilled chicken, hard-boiled egg, blue cheese, NY cheddar cheese, bacon, tomatoes, avocado, choice of dressing
Soups
Chicken Noodle
Wide egg noodles, hearty broth, succulent pieces of chicken
Tomato Soup
San Marzano tomato, aromatics, sweet garlic and a touch of cream
Clam Chowder
Shucked East Coast little necks, Idaho potatoes, aromatic clam broth and cream
French Onion
Hearty caramelized onions in a beef broth topped with provolone cheese gratinée
Sandwiches
Served with potato chips and a dill pickle
Emerald Club
House roast turkey or ham with Applewood smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise on toast. Sub Roast Beef
BLT
Applewood smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise on toast
Chicken Caesar Wrap
Grilled chicken breast, crispy romaine, pecorino, Caesar dressing in a pesto wrap
Pick Two
Choice of half a turkey, ham or roast beef sandwich with chicken noodle soup
Upgrade to clam chowder or Caesar salad
Hot Sandwiches
Served with French fries
Open Hot Covered Turkey
Roast turkey breast, white bread, turkey gravy and cranberry sauce
Burgers
Served with French fries and a dill pickle
Cheeseburger
Half-pound burger patty, grilled to your preference, lettuce, tomato, onion, choice of: American, cheddar, Swiss or provolone cheese served on a toasted brioche bun
Add bacon
Beyond Burger (vegan)
Vegan Burger, Vegan Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickle, Served with Terra Chips
Hoffmann Hot Dog
1/4lb. Griddled Hot Dog, served on a toasted brioche bun
Add cheese sauceAdd bacon
From the Grill
Served with French fries and a dill pickle
Reuben
Corned beef, Swiss, sauerkraut, Thousand Island dressing on buttered griddled rye
Buffalo Chicken Wrap
Fried chicken tenders, tomato, mozzarella cheese, romaine, Buffalo-style dressing, wrapped in a bell pepper flour tortilla served with blue cheese dressing
Marinated Chicken Sandwich ♥
Grilled chicken breast, bacon, tomato, romaine, chipotle ranch on grilled ciabatta
Grilled Cheese
New York Cheddar on white bread with butter, griddled. Add Bacon or Ham
Emerald Mac Attack
Grilled cheese on sourdough bread with melted jack cheese filled with baked mac and cheese and bacon jam served with french fries
Entrées
Served with rolls and choice of side salad or chicken noodle soup.
Upgrade to clam chowder or Caesar salad
Spaghetti and Meatballs
Spaghetti, marinara sauce, three meatballs, garlic bread
Chicken Parmesan
Breaded chicken breast, mozzarella cheese, spaghetti, marinara, garlic bread
Fried Haddock
Crispy breaded haddock, garlic parmesan potatoes, coleslaw
Shrimp Scampi
Sauteed shrimp, garlic, diced tomato, lemon, white wine butter sauce over spaghetti, served with garlic bread
Roast Turkey Dinner
Roast turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, turkey gravy
Fried Shrimp
Served with fries, coleslaw, choice of cocktail or tartar sauce
Creole Salmon
Pan-seared salmon filet rubbed with creole seasoning topped with mango salsa, served on a bed of sautéed spinach
Country Fried Steak Dinner
Cube steak, served with mashed potatoes and beef gravy
Sides
French Fries
Vegetable of the Day
Baked Potato (after 4pm)
Bowl of Chili
Indulge
8oz NY Strip Steak
Served with rolls, mashed potatoes, vegetables and choice of side salad or chicken noodle soup
Upgrade to French onion soup, clam chowder or Caesar salad
Add sautéed shrimp
♥ Heart Healthy Item
[GF] Gluten-Free
18% Gratuity on parties of six or more. A gratuity of 20% will be added to parties of 20 or more. Gratuities are not available from points or vouchers.