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Chef's Nightly Specials

Chef's Nightly Specials

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Ideal Tavern's Chef's Nightly Specials run Thursday through Sunday and change weekly based on what's fresh. Each week brings a featured wing flavor, seasonal starters, comfort forward entrees, and rotating craft cocktails. Walk-ins are always welcome, but reservations are recommended.

Wing of the Week

Old Bay Garlic Dry Rub

Starters

Creamy Gorgonzola Shrimp

$17

Served over sourdough focaccia

Louisiana Voodoo Fries

$16

Classic French fries tossed in Cajun seasoning, coated in our cilantro jalapeno cheese sauce, topped with smoked pork belly, ranch drizzle

Entrees

Cali Chicken Bacon Ranch

$19

Romaine, cucumber, tomato, red onion, Cheddar Jack, crumbled bacon, chopped avocado, ranch dressing

Choice of: Grilled or Fried Chicken

Nacho Regular Burger

$19

8 oz burger, cheddar, caramelized onion, served in a hot skillet of fresh queso, house fries

Pesto Burrata Ravioli

$26

Pesto burrata ravioli in a Parmesan cream sauce, balsamic glaze, burrata, fresh basil

Surf N Turf

$35

8 oz flat iron steak cooked to your liking, Calabrian chili, compound butter, blackened shrimp, mashed potatoes, broccolini

Featured Cocktails

Maple on Bourbon St.

$12

Litchfield maple bourbon, fig, lemon, maple simple syrup

Orchard Marg

$12

Cinnamon infused tequila, apple cider, lime, agave, orange liqueur, cinnamon sugar

Consumer Advisory: Consumption of undercooked meat, poultry, eggs, or seafood may increase the risk of food borne illness. Ideal Tavern, 142 Center Street, Southington, CT 06489.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Chef's Nightly Specials run Thursday through Sunday and change weekly. This week's specials include Creamy Gorgonzola Shrimp, Louisiana Voodoo Fries, the Cali Chicken Bacon Ranch, the Nacho Regular Burger, Pesto Burrata Ravioli, Surf N Turf, and Old Bay Garlic Dry Rub as the Wing of the Week. Featured cocktails are the Maple on Bourbon St. and the Orchard Marg. Call 860-863-5444 or visit in person for tonight's full lineup.

  • Yes. Onsite parking is available in the lot behind the building, plus street parking on Center Street.

  • Yes. Contact us via the reservations and events form at idealtavern.com/reservations.

  • Yes. Sign up at idealtavern.com/loyalty-rewards-program or toasttab.com/ideal-tavern-ct/rewardsSignup. 250 points equals $25 off. Earn a 25-point sign-up bonus and a $5 birthday reward. Check your balance at toasttab.com/ideal-tavern-ct/rewardsLookup. Earn double points every Tuesday.

  • Yes, gift cards are available. Ask your server or call 860-863-5444 for purchase options.

    • Monday - Thursday 11:30AM - 9PM
    • Friday - Saturday 11:30AM - 10PM
    • Sunday 11:30AM - 8PM
  • Yes. Order online at idealtavern.com/order-online or call 860-863-5444.

  • Walk-ins are always welcome, but reservations are recommended for larger groups. Book at idealtavern.com/reservations or call 860-863-5444.

Celebrating Big Wins with a 75¢ Monday Night Wing Fest

Southington, ct.

2025
Restaurant Week

Join us at Ideal Tavern for Southington Restaurant Week and enjoy a handcrafted 3-course prix fixe menu for just $25.25. Choose one dish from each course and experience the bold, fresh flavors that make Ideal a local favorite.