River: A Waterfront Restaurant and Bar Menu

100 Great Meadow Rd, Wethersfield, CT 06109
  • RIVER'S FAVORITE PIZZAS

    • 18" Ultimate Four-Cheese

      buffalo mozzarella / ricotta / pecorino romano / shredded asiago / River oil
      $22.00
    • 18" Buffalo Chicken

      breaded B&E chicken tenders / shredded mozzarella / crumbled gorgonzola / buffalo sauce / glass onions / scallions
      $24.00
    • 18" Meat Lover's

      shredded mozzarella / sweet Italian sausage / pepperoni / chopped bacon / house-made pizza sauce
      $24.00
    • 18" The Godfather

      prosciutto / hot cherry peppers / kalamata olives / fresh basil / shredded mozzarella / house-made pizza sauce
      $24.00
    • 18" Margherita

      sliced tomatoes / fresh basil / buffalo mozzarella / house-made pizza sauce / pecorino romano
      $22.00
    • 18" Shrimp Scampi

      chopped shrimp / fresh basil / shredded mozzarella / garlic aioli / scallions
      $24.00
    • 18" Veggie

      mushrooms / roasted peppers / red onion / sliced tomatoes / spinach / shredded mozzarella / house-made pizza sauce
      $24.00
  • BUILD YOUR OWN 18" PIZZAS

    • Start With An 18" Plain Cheese Pizza

      start with a plain 18" cheese pizza and then add anything you'd like!
      $17.00
  • APPETIZERS

    • Traditional Fried Calamari

      Marinara / lemon / parsley / hot cherry peppers
      $14.00
    • Rosemary Steak Skewers

      Balsamic-marinated USDA Prime steak / fresh rosemary / garlic sourdough, balsamic glaze
      $12.00
    • Fried Mozzarella

      Panko-encrusted Buffalo mozzarella / seared in olive oil / marinara / fresh basil pesto drizzle
      $11.00
    • Mussels Florentine

      Sautéed Prince Edward Island mussels / hot cherry peppers / grape tomatoes / spinach / shallots / garlic herb broth / garlic crostini
      $15.00
  • SOUPS & SALADS

    • Lobster Bisque

      Housemade lobster bisque, scallions
      $12.00
    • Southern NE Clam Chowder

      River's take on classic New England Clam Chowder with a kick, topped with scallions
      $12.00
    • Chicken, Vegetable, Orzo Soup

      $10.00
    • Mixed Greens

      Cucumbers / radish / tomato / julienned carrots / honey-lemon vinaigrette
      $7.00
    • Caesar Salad

      Housemade croutons / parmesan crisp / shaved asiago / homemade caesar dressing
      $8.00
    • Antoinetta Salad

      artisanal greens / roasted golden beets / julienned pears & red onion / toasted pine nuts / heirloom cherry tomatoes / gorgonzola vinaigrette
      $8.50
    • Autumn Harvest Salad

      arugula / goat cheese / toasted hazelnut / celery hearts / dried cranberries / julienned red onion & carrots / golden raisins / hazelnut vinaigrette
      $8.50
  • WOOD-FIRED FLATBREADS

    • Buffalo Chicken Flatbread

      shredded roasted chicken / glass onion / crumbled gorgonzola / buffalo sauce / mozzarella cheese
      $12.00
    • Shrimp Scampi Flatbread

      seared garlic shrimp / garlic scallion aioli / provolone / diced tomatoes / scallions
      $12.00
    • Sausage & Pepperoni Flatbread

      sweet Italian sausage / pepperoni / tomato herb sauce / mozzarella cheese
      $12.00
    • Pomodoro Flatbread

      vine-ripe tomatoes / tomato herb sauce / buffalo mozzarella / basil
      $10.00
  • SANDWICHES

    • Eggplant Parmagiana

      fried eggplant / housemade marinara / mozzarella / citrus greens / housemade chips
      $16.00
    • Chicken Saltimbocca Sandwich

      parmesan-encrusted fried chicken / prosciutto / provolone / lettuce / tomato, balsamic glaze / garlic aioli / served on rustic garlic bread / housemade chips
      $16.00
    • Pat LaFrieda Burger

      8 oz. Pat LaFrieda's Blend made specially for River / lettuce / tomato / onion ring / River sauce / served with hand-cut french fries
      $18.00
    • Prime Ribeye Sandwich (Openfaced)

      usda prime ribeye / swiss cheese / onions / served open faced on our homemade garlic toast / french fries
      $18.00
  • ENTREES

    • Hot Maine Lobster Roll

      Fresh handpicked Maine lobster / gently warmed with butter / served on toasted brioche New England roll / served with our hand-cut french fries
      $33.00
    • Fish & Chips

      Beer battered North Atlantic cod / tartar sauce / served with our housemade fries / lemon / cole slaw
      $21.00
    • Chicken BLT Wrap

      Bacon / lettuce / tomato / spicy aioli / served with a side salad
      $15.00
    • Quinoa Bowl

      grilled zucchini / fresh avocado / yellow squash / sliced tomatoes / red onions / quinoa / vegetable broth / balsamic glaze drizzle
      $18.00
    • Salmon Burger

      Handpacked salmon patty / sriracha aioli / lettuce / tomato / served with a mixed greens salad
      $15.00
    • The Cod-Father

      North Atlantic cod fillet / lettuce / tomato / tartar sauce / toasted brioche roll / hand-cut french fries
      $17.00
    • Short Rib Grilled Cheese

      braised shredded short rib / caramelized onion / smoked maple cheddar, gruyere, & aged Vermont cheddar / thick-cut sourdough / smoked tomato-jalapeño-bacon jam / BBQ chips
      $20.00
    • Lobster Grilled Cheese

      hand-picked Maine lobster meat / smashed avocado / smoked maple cheddar / gruyere / aged Vermont cheddar / thick-cut sourdough / mixed greens salad
      $26.00
    • Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese

      B&E Chicken tenders / buffalo sauce / baby shells / River's five-cheese cheese sauce
      $16.00
    • Vegetable Risotto

      vegetables of the day / parmesan risotto
      $14.00
  • SIDES

    • Bacon-Fried Brussel Sprouts

      $7.00
    • French Fries

      $6.00
    • House Chips

      $6.00
    • Onion Rings

      $6.00
    • Truffle Fries

      $7.00
  • WEEKLY LUNCH SPECIALS (03/18/24)

    • Southside Sandwich

      $19.00
    • Burger Of The Week (The Barnyard)

      $22.00
    • River's Antipasto

      $17.00
    • Cajun Sea Bass Tacos

      $16.00
  • LP APPS

    • LP - MIXED GREENS

      $35.00
    • LP - CAESAR SALAD

      $35.00
    • LP - CALAMARI

      $45.00
    • LP - CHARCUTERIE

      $50.00
  • LP ENTREES

    • LP - CHICKEN SALTIMBOCCA

      $75.00
    • LP - SHORT RIBS

      $75.00
    • LP - ROASTED CHICKEN

      $65.00
    • LP- 48oz Sirloin

      $90.00
    • LP- Eggplant Parm

      $95.00
    • LP-Penne Alla Vodka

      $75.00
    • LP-Asiago Salmon

      $110.00
  • LP SIDES

    • LP MASHED POTATOES

      $25.00
    • LP VEG DU JOUR

      $25.00
  • APPETIZERS

    • Thick Cut Maple Bacon

      Thick-cut smoked applewood bacon, finished with black pepper maple glaze
      $9.00
    • Traditional Fried Calamari

      Marinara / lemon / parsley / hot cherry peppers
      $14.00
    • Fried Mozzarella

      Panko-encrusted Buffalo mozzarella / seared in olive oil / marinara / fresh basil pesto drizzle
      $11.00
    • Shrimp Cocktail

      Glass onions, parsley & paprika pesto, cocktail sauce
      $15.00
    • Mussels Florentine

      Panko-encrusted Buffalo mozzarella, seared in olive oil, marinara, fresh basil pesto drizzle
      $15.00
    • Rosemary Steak Skewers

      Balsamic-marinated USDA Prime steak / fresh rosemary / garlic sourdough, balsamic glaze
      $12.00
    • Crab Cake Riviera

      river-seasoned maryland lump blue crab cakes / arugula / delta remoulade / garlic aioli
      $22.00
    • Artichoke Hearts

      egg-battered artichoke hearts / lemon basil butter sauce
      $12.00
    • Vienna Bruschetta

      pistachio herb ricotta / prosciutto di parma / truffle-honey drizzle / housemade sourdough toast
      $14.00
  • SOUPS & SALADS

    • Lobster Bisque

      Housemade lobster bisque, scallions
      $12.00
    • Southern NE Clam Chowder

      River's take on classic New England Clam Chowder with a kick, topped with scallions
      $12.00
    • Chicken, Vegetable, Orzo Soup

      $10.00
    • Caesar Salad

      Housemade croutons, parmesan crisp
      $13.00
    • Mixed Greens Salad

      Cucumbers / radish / tomato / julienned carrots / honey-lemon vinaigrette
      $13.00
    • Antoinetta Salad

      artisanal greens / roasted golden beets / julienned pears & red onion / toasted pine nuts / heirloom cherry tomatoes / gorgonzola vinaigrette
      $14.00
    • Autumn Harvest Salad

      arugula / goat cheese / toasted hazelnut / celery hearts / dried cranberries / julienned red onion & carrots / golden raisins / hazelnut vinaigrette
      $14.00
  • WOOD-FIRED PIZZAS

    • Plain Cheese Pizza

      $17.00
    • Buffalo Chicken Pizza

      $20.00
    • The Charcuterie Pizza

      $22.00
    • Filet & Mushroom

      $25.00
    • Shrimp/Scallop Pizza

      $25.00
  • PRIME STEAKS & MEATS

    • 8 Oz. Filet Mignon

      Served with your choice of two sides / River proudly serves USDA Prime Beef from Pat LaFrieda Meats, the finest meat purveyor in the United States. Only 2% of beef qualifies as Prime, offering superior marbling, quality, and taste.
      $44.00
    • 10 Oz. Sirloin Steak

      Served with your choice of two sides / River proudly serves USDA Prime Beef from Pat LaFrieda Meats, the finest meat purveyor in the United States. Only 2% of beef qualifies as Prime, offering superior marbling, quality, and taste.
      $32.00
    • 12 Oz. NY Strip

      Served with your choice of two sides / River proudly serves USDA Prime Beef from Pat LaFrieda Meats, the finest meat purveyor in the United States. Only 2% of beef qualifies as Prime, offering superior marbling, quality, and taste.
      $42.00
    • 18 Oz. Bone-In Ribeye

      Served with your choice of two sides / River proudly serves USDA Prime Beef from Pat LaFrieda Meats, the finest meat purveyor in the United States. Only 2% of beef qualifies as Prime, offering superior marbling, quality, and taste.
      $56.00
    • Braised Short Rib

      Sautéed spinach, roasted butternut squash, roasted garlic scallion mashed potatoes, rosemary demi glace
      $26.00
    • River's Roasted Chicken

      Roasted chicken, served on house-baked rustic bread, basted with lemon crème fraiche, served with roast garlic & scallion mashed potatoes
      $26.00
    • Pat LaFrieda Burger

      8 oz. Pat LaFrieda's River Blend, lettuce, tomato, onion ring, river sauce, served with housemade french fries
      $18.00
    • Pork Chop Milanese

      fried parmesan & panko-encrusted 10 oz. bone-in pork rib chop / citrus greens / olive oil drizzle
      $27.00
  • FRESH PASTAS

    • Eggplant Tower

      Fried eggplant / grilled beefsteak tomato / grilled red onion / served over linguini, garlic & oil
      $23.00
    • Lobster Mac & Cheese

      Fresh handpicked Maine lobster meat / seasoned crumb topping / zesty five-cheese sauce / served over shells
      $37.00
    • Seafood Linguini

      Seared sea scallops / jumbo shrimp / calamari / North Atlantic cod / littleneck clams / P.E.I. Mussels / served over linguini /choice of "White Sauce" (garlic-basil wine broth), "Red Sauce" (marinara); "Fra Diavolo" for additional spice
      $33.00
    • Chicken Saltimbocca

      Parmesan-encrusted Bell & Evans chicken / mozzarella / tomato pesto sauce / served over linguini
      $27.00
    • Lobster Ravioli (Sub Mafalde)

      handmade lobster ravioli / hand-picked lobster meat / shallots / vodka-laced lobster demi cream
      $37.00
    • Chicken Trieste

      $28.00
    • Cyprus Steak Tip Mafalde

      $32.00
  • SEAFOOD

    • Asiago Salmon

      Served with chef's daily vegetables, pesto risotto
      $29.00
    • Fish & Chips

      Beer battered North Atlantic cod / tartar sauce / served with our housemade fries / lemon / cole slaw
      $21.00
    • Moroccan Tuna Steak

      Saffron spinach risotto, double tomato artichoke heart relish, lemon
      $29.00
    • Hot Maine Lobster Roll

      Handpicked, steamed Maine Lobster, gently warmed with butter, served on a toasted brioche New England roll, served with our handcut french fries
      $33.00
    • Sea Scallop Risotto

      $38.00
  • SIDES

    • Bacon-Fried Brussel Sprouts

      $7.00
    • Creamed Spinach

      $6.00
    • French Fries

      $6.00
    • Parmesan Risotto

      $7.00
    • Pesto Risotto

      $7.00
    • Roast Garlic & Scallion Mashed Potatoes

      $6.00
    • Sauteed Spinach

      $6.00
    • Vegetable Du Jour

      Chef's selection of seasonal vegetables, please call (860) 257-3344 for today's offering
      $6.00
    • Wild Mushroom Risotto

      $8.00
    • GF ROLL

      $2.00
  • Kids Menu

    • Crispy Chicken Tenders

      Bell & Evans Chicken Tenders / battered in River's special blend of flour and spices and fried to perfection in peanut oil / served with french fries
      $11.00
    • Linguini & Butter

      Fresh linguini / melted butter
      $8.00
    • Linguini & Marinara

      Fresh linguini / River's homemade marinara
      $8.00
    • Mac N' Cheese

      River's 5 cheese blend / melted and served over pasta shells / topped with shredded cheese
      $9.00
    • Plain Pasta

      Fresh linguini with absolutely nothing on top
      $8.00

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