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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 in Southington, CT. This week's lineup features Apple Cider Fireball as the Wing of the Week, cheesy garlic focaccia, sausage ragu pappardelle, Cajun salmon, an 8 oz flat iron steak tagliata, and fall cocktails built on apple cider. Walk-ins are always welcome, but reservations are recommended.

Wing of the Week

Apple Cider Fireball

Starters

Cheesy Garlic Focaccia

$8

Served with marinara or vodka sauce

Honey Garlic Chicken Spuds

$16

Classic straight cut French fries tossed in Old Bay garlic seasoning, Cheddar Jack cheese, chipotle ranch drizzle, scallions

Entrees

Sausage Ragu Pappardelle

$26

Slow cooked sausage ragu, chopped broccolini, Calabrian chili, grated Parmesan, ricotta

The Paisan

$19

Grilled chicken, fresh mozzarella, prosciutto, arugula, roasted red peppers, pesto on sourdough focaccia

Cajun Salmon

$30

8 oz blackened salmon, mashed potatoes, Cajun cream sauce, loaded Brussels sprouts with hot honey and goat cheese

Steak Tagliata

$32

8 oz flat iron steak laid on a bed of marinated cherry tomatoes, EVOO, balsamic vinaigrette, topped with arugula and shaved Parmesan

Featured Cocktails

Harvest of the Year

$12

Bourbon, apple cider, lemon, Luxardo, 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.

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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.