Tate's Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to Tate's, a delightful dining destination located at 80 Harbor Dr in Middletown, CT, where culinary excellence meets breathtaking views of the Connecticut River. Tate's menu is a harmonious blend of innovative starters and classic favorites, guaranteed to satisfy every palate. From the Kimchi Fry Stack to beautifully crafted Silver Dollar Crab Cakes, each dish is a celebration of flavors that tells a story.
For families, the Kids Menu offers appealing options like Chicken Tenders and Grilled Cheese, all served with fun extras. Those yearning for a creative drink can enjoy ECBC Craft Beers, perfect for pairing with your meal.
The atmosphere is equally inviting, boasting outdoor seating that enhances your dining experience. Join us at Tate's, where every visit promises incredible food, friendly service, and memories by the water.
Featured Dishes
Lemon Ricotta Rigatoni
rigatoni tossed in whipped ricotta, lemon juice & zest, arugula, red pepper chili flakes, basil, Italian seasoning, fresh shaved parmesan
Pink Peppercorn Steak Frites
12 oz NY strip, cracked pink peppercorn salted fries, red chimichurri
Honey Carrot Miso Scallops
Hokkaido Japanese seared scallops plated over a chilled apple cucumber quinoa salad with a honey carrot miso sauce
Sweet & Spicy Plumaki Bowl
pan seared Faroe Island Salmon, grilled pineapple, peach salsa, pickled onion and carrot, cucumber, crispy edamame, sliced avocado, coconut yellow rice, sweet and spicy plum sauce, bang bang drizzle
Honey Lime Chicken
honey lime chicken thighs, chilled summer squash salad with red onion, cilantro, cherry tomatoes, corn and roasted red peppers, aji verde sauce
Kids Grilled Cheese
Kids Hot Dog
Comes with fries and kids soft drink & frog toy
Kids Cheeseburger
Comes with fries and kids soft drink & frog toy
Kids Fish And Chips
Comes with fries and kids soft drink & frog toy
Kids Pasta With Butter
Comes with fries and kids soft drink & frog toy
Deconstructed Cupcake Dessert
Kids Chicken Tenders
Comes with fries and kids soft drink & frog toy
Kids Menu
Salads
Baby Burrata
baby spinach, burrata, blueberries, peaches, candied pecans, crispy prosciutto, green goddess dressing
Cobb Salad
Mesclun & chopped romaine, hard boiled egg, chopped bacon, avocado, feta cheese, cherry tomato, cucumber, carrot, pickled red onion, roasted red pepper, croutons, peppercorn ranch
Caesar Salad
– chopped romaine hearts, tossed in Caesar dressing, shaved parmesan, house made croutons
Garden Salad
shredded carrot, cherry tomato, red onion, cucumber, croutons, dressing
Watermelon Salad
watermelon, arugula, cucumbers, crispy chickpeas, feta, mint, jalapenos, agave lime vinaigrette
Scallops
golden brown breaded scallops
Whole Belly
fried whole soft shell clam
Clam Strips
lightly battered clam strips
Crispy White Fish
our fish 'n' chips, market fresh white fish
Seafood Basket - Pick Two
Seafood Baskets
Sides
Side Bourbon Teriyaki
Side Avocado Ranch
Side Fries
Side White Balsamic
Side Caesar Salad
Side Thai Chili
Side Buffalo Sauce
Extra Wonton Chips
Extra Costini
Extra Side Celery
Extra Pickle
Side Agave Lime Vinaigrette
Side Tartar
Side Bang Bang Sauce
Side Mixed Greens
Side Caesar Dressing
Extra Side Cole Slaw
New England Clam Chowder
– one size option, potentially gluten free
Crispy Calamari
crispy fried calamari, cherry peppers, lemon pepper aioli
Tuna Nachos
ahi tuna marinated in rice vinegar, sweet chili, crispy wonton chips, cucumber, avocado, salt pepper, lime juice, soyaki & sriracha creme fraiche drizzle
Sweet And Spicy Plantains
sliced and fried plantains tossed in a garlic brown sugar rub , slat and pepper, served with fire roasted jalapeno peri peri dipping sauce
Fried Green Tomatoes
crispy green tomato slices, bacon jam, pimento cheese, spicy red pepper relish, corn salsa, cajun aioli
BLT Fried Oysters
crispy oysters, bed of lettuce, bacon jam, cherry tomatoes, red pepper remoulade
Fried Cauliflower
- choice: thai chili, buffalo, bourbon teriyaki. Served with avo ranch, celery, carrot sticks
Italian Steamed Mussels
garlic, cream, nduja, shallot, white wine, butter, fresh basil, parsley, gremolota drizzle
Shrimp Cocktail
– poached tiger shrimp (6) cocktail sauce, horseradish lemon wedge 18
Silver Dollar Crab Cakes
- Lump crab, spicy old bay roasted red pepper remoulade, lemon, pickled red onions, shredded lettuce, tomato
Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls
shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar jack cheese, avocado ranch and buffalo sauce drizzled egg rolls
Peach And Feta Dip
Whipped feta cheese, hot pepper peach chutney, pistacchio, crispy chickpeas, served with focaccia, celery, carrots, peppers
Kimchi Fry Stack
crispy fries, kimchi aioli, chopped kimchi, shaved steak, caramelized onions, shaved parmesan
Starters
Coffee
Small Cold Brew
Small Hot Coffee
Cappuccino
Large Hot Coffee
Espresso
Hot Tea
Large Cold Brew
Americano
ECBC FC Dark 4Pack
ECBC Azalea Bae Sour 4Pack
Ecbc Beer To Go
Desserts
Italian Cheesecake Mousse
Ricotta cheesecake dip, strawberry jam, balsamic drizzle, served with vanilla wafer, fruit, cannoli shells
Tropical Tres Leche Cake
Coconut cake, pineapple sauce, whipped cream, toasted coconut flakes
Velvet Chocolate Cremeux
Hot Lobster Roll
hot butter poached lobster, toasted New England brioche bun, lemon, side of melted butter
Chicken Tacos
teo flour tortillas loaded with shredded chicken, green salsa with tomatillos, queso fresco, micro cilantro, whipped spicy guacamole
Focaccia Grilled Cheese
stracciatella, grilled halloumi cheese, sweet roasted red peppers, spicy guacamole, basil-arugula pesto, red onion, greens, focaccia bread
Crispy Ceasar Sandwich
chipotle spicy caesar dressing, romaine lettuce, crispy chicken cutlet, shaved parmesan, ciabatta bread dusted with herbed grated parmesan
Cold Lobster Roll
cold lobster meat, mayo, tarragon, celery, lemon, toasted New England brioche bun
Mokey Smash Burger
smash burger, monterey jack cheese, applewood smoked bacon, brown sugar caramelized onion, dill pickle aioli, spring mix, tomato
Chicken Salad Sandwich
house made white meat chicken salad, apples, grapes, celery, lettuce, ancient carving bread
Birria Tacos
two flour tortillas filled with beef birria, chopped red onion, queso fresco, micro cilantro, side of birria sauce
Fish Tacos
two flour tortillas with fried white fish, shredded cabbage lime slaw, peach pice de Gallo, Baja chipotle sauce, cilantro