The Valley Kitchen Menu

4.0
(100+ Reviews)
  • House-Made Purées

    • Organic Carrot, Apple, Sweet Potato Purée

    • Apple & Pea Purée

    • Spinach & Broccoli Purée

    • Swank Farms Butternut Squash & Banana Purée

  • Breakfast

    • Egg Any Style

      Country Potatoes, Choice of Meat
      $10.00
    • Silver Dollar Pancakes

      Chocolate Chips or Blueberries
      $10.00
    • French Toast Sticks

      House-Made Brioche Bread
      $10.00
  • Lunch & Dinner

    • All-Natural Chicken Tenders

      Broccolini, Choice of Mashed Potatoes or French Fries
      $17.00
    • Cheesy Mac And Cheese

      Elbow Pasta, Creamy Cheese Blend
      $11.00
    • Grilled Chicken Breast

      Broccolini, Choice of Mashed Potatoes or French Fries
      $22.00
    • Grilled Cheese Sandwich

      Served with French Fries
      $10.50
    • Daily Catch

      Broccolini, Choice of Mashed Potatoes or French Fries
      $23.00
    • Noodles With Butter & Cheese

      Just Cheese, or Add Marinara Sauce
      $10.50
    • All-Natural Beef Hot Dog

      Served with French Fries
      $12.00
    • Cheeseburger

      Just Cheese, Meat, and Bun. Served with French Fries
      $16.00
    • Individual Cheese Pizza

      Not Fancy, Not Spicy
      $15.00
    • Steak

      Broccolini, Choice of Mashed Potatoes or French Fries
      $23.00
  • Dessert

    • Warm Chocolate Chip Cookie

      $4.00
    • Ice Cream Sundae

      $4.00
  • Dessert

    • Warm Pear Tart

      Almond Cream, Poached Pear, Candied Almonds, Creme Fraiche Ice Cream
      $15.00
    • CVR Strawberry Shortcake

      Vanilla Sponge Layer Cake, Chantilly Cream, Strawberries
      $15.00
    • Classic Tiramisu

      Coffee-Soaked Ladyfingers, Mascarpone, Cocoa
      $15.00
    • Chocolate Lava Cake

      Warm Lava Cake, Chocolate Sauce, Bourbon Vanilla Ice Cream
      $15.00
    • Affogato

      Illy Espresso, Vanilla Ice Cream, Caramel
      $12.00
    • House-Made Ice Cream

      Vanilla, Chocolate
      $10.00
    • House-Made Sorbet

      Seasonal Flavors
      $10.00
  • Vegetarian

    • Gado Gado

      CVR Garden Kale, Radish, Carrot, Peanut Dressing
      $22.00
    • Asparagus Salad

      Fermented Asparagus, Garden Frisee, Burrata, CVR Salt, CVR Olive Oil
      $23.00
    • Heart Of Palm Cake

      Plant-Based Aioli, Bell Pepper, Celery, Onion, Gluten-Free Panko, Lemon
      $24.00
    • Mushroom Risotto

      Arborio Rice, Parmesan Cheese, Onsen Tamago, Black Truffle
      $42.00
  • Light Fare

    • Soup De Jour

      $14.00
    • Green Goddess Salad

      Green Goddess Dressing, Roasted Corn, Tomato, Cheddar Cheese
      $21.00
    • Beet Salad

      Tri-Color Beets, Spiced Pistachio Brittle, CVR Goat Cheese, Arugula
      $22.00
    • Baby Artichoke Salad

      Shaved Baby Artichoke, CVR Garden Kale, Baked Miso, Truffle Oil, Parmesan Cheese, Chives
      $24.00
    • Spinach Cacio E Pepe

      Spaghetti, Cream, Black Pepper, Parmesan Cheese, Shaved Egg Yolk, Spinach Puree
      $18.00
    • Tuna Poke Taco

      Crispy Wanton Tortilla, Avocado, Aji Amarillo Aioli, Cabbage, Scallion
      $24.00
    • CVR Meatballs

      House Blend of Beef and Pork, Arrabiata Sauce, CVR Goat Cheese
      $24.00
    • Lafayette Bakery Country Loaf

      CVR Garden Herb Butter, CVR Sea Salt
      $10.00
    • Charred Caesar Salad

      Crispy Kale, Flash Fried Brussels Sprouts, Caesar Dressing, Sourdough Crouton, Parmesan
      $23.00
  • From the Land & Sea

    • Sea Trout

      Baby New Potato, Roast Summer Squash and Zucchini, Tomato, Roast Corn, Saffron Cream
      $39.00
    • Braised Beef Cheek

      Saffron Risotto, Braised Tomato, Parmesan, Parsley
      $46.00
    • Halibut

      Sauteed Swiss Chard, Green Onions, Farro, Ruby Beurre Blanc
      $54.00
    • Scallops

      Hokkaido Scallop, Organic Mushroom, English Pea Puree, Buttermilk Sauce, Bottarga
      $47.00
    • CVR Goat Cheese Ravioli With Lobster

      Butter Poached Lobster, Lobster Sauce, Fennel Trifecta
      $49.00
    • Filet Of Beef

      Pomme Puree, Bordelaise Sauce
      $68.00
    • Roasted Rack Of Lamb

      Braised Endive, Roasted Broccolini, Green Beans, Cherry Tomato
      $55.00
    • Chicken Picatta

      Shaved Brussels Sprouts, Peas, Onion, Lemon Caper Sauce
      $38.00
    • "RBC" Burger

      Aged Sharp White Cheddar, Thick Cut Bacon, Caramelized Onion, CVR Sauce
      $28.00
    • Heart Of Palm Cake

      Plant-Based Aioli, Bell Pepper, Celery, Onion, Gluten-Free Panko, Lemon
      $24.00
    • Mushroom Risotto

      Arborio Rice, Parmesan Cheese, Onsen Tamago, Black Truffle
      $42.00
  • Sides

    • Grilled Broccolini

      $15.00
    • Flash-Fried Brussels Sprouts

      Gochujang Sauce, Grated Egg Yolk
      $15.00
    • Sweet Potato Fries

      Thyme, Agave
      $15.00
    • Grilled Asparagus

      Shaved Parmesan, Lemon Oil
      $15.00
    • Roasted Mushrooms

      $15.00
  • Starters

    • Soup Of The Day

      Seasonal Garnish
      $14.00
    • Hummus & Harvest Plate

      Lemon-Scented Hummus, Tzatziki, Pickled Veggies, Marinated Artichokes, 01 ives, Cherry Tomatoes, Carrots, Cucumbers, Zaatar Flat Bread
      $20.00
    • Cheese Board

      Artisanal Cheeses, Olives, Pickled Onion, Cornichons, Jam, Bread
      $24.00
  • Sandwiches

    • Hot Pastrami

      Swiss & American Cheese, Sauerkraut, CVR Special Sauce, Marble Rye
      $24.00
    • Grilled Chicken

      Grilled Organic Chicken Breast, Jack Cheese, Bacon, Avocado, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Chipotle Mayo, Rustic Sourdough
      $23.00
    • Smash Burger

      Two Smashed Beef Patties, Jalapeno & Bacon Jam, Monterey Jack Cheese, Challah Burger Bun
      $20.00
    • Ranch Caprese Sandwich

      Swank Farms Tomato, Marinated Mozzarella, Basil Arugula, Pesto, Balsamic Aioli, Sourdough Baguette, Kennebec Potato Chips with Blue Cheese Dip
      $20.00
  • Tacos

    • Asian Tacos

      Sauteed Shrimp, Corn Tortilla, Lime, Sweet Chili Sauce, Kimchi Slaw
      $24.00
    • Al Pastor Mushroom Tacos

      Corn Tortilla, Avocado, Cabbage, Slaw
      $21.00
    • Arrachera Beef Tacos

      Corn Tortilla, Avocado, Chipotle Aioli
      $24.00
  • Brunch Favorites

    • Swing Omelette

      Sauteed Shrimp, Smoked Bacon, Monterey Jack Cheese, Spinach, Mushroom, Avocado Aioli, Pico de Gallo; Choice of Toast, Choice of Salad, Fruit, or Country Potatoes
      $25.00
    • Hen House Sandwich

      Two Eggs, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Cheddar Cheese, Sourdough, Homemade Tomato Jam; Choice of Salad, Fruit, or Country Potatoes
      $22.00
    • Huevos Rancheros

      Two Eggs Over Easy, Black Beans, Chorizo, Queso Fresco, Crisp Tortilla, Salsa Verde, Ranchero Sauce
      $23.00
    • The Ranch Avocado Toast

      Hass Avocado Smash, Arugula, CVR Olive Oil, Meyer Lemon Zest, Marinated Garden Veggies, Toasted Country Loaf
      $22.00
  • Garden

    • Valley Kitchen Cobb

      All-Natural Free-Ranch Chicken, Mixed Greens, Cucumber, Cherry Tomatoes, Avocado, Smoked Bacon, Hard-Boiled Egg, Blue Cheese Dressing
      $21.00
    • Beet Salad

      Tri-Color Bets, Spicy Pistachio Brittle, Goat Cheese, Micro Radish, Arugula
      $23.00
    • Swank Ranch Salad

      Seasonal Greens, Avocado, Citrus, Miso-Aji, Amarillo Dressing
      $20.00
    • Smoked Caesar Salad

      Romaine Lettuce, Parmesan Cheese, Smoked Caesar Dressing, Croutons
      $19.00
    • Spring Farro Salad

      Kale, Pickled Sweet Peppers, Heirloom Tomatoes, Grilled Asparagus, Garden Green Goddess Dressing
      $22.00
    • Veggie Scampi

      Tomatoes, Basil, Oregano, Garlic, Lemon, White Wine
      $24.00
  • Light Fare

    • Croissant

      Fig Jam
      $9.00
    • Oat' N' Bran Muffin

      Preserved Fig Jam, Citrus Fig Jam
      $9.00
    • Ranch Honey-Baked Granola

      Carmel Valley Ranch Honey, Greek Yogurt
      $12.00
    • Irish Steel-Cut Oats

      Carmel Valley Ranch Honey, Dried Fruit Blend
      $9.00
    • Seasonal Fruit Plate

      A Bountiful Selection of Local Berries, Assorted Melons, Pineapple
      $16.00
    • Smoked Salmon & Toasted Bagel

      Traditional Accompaniments, Cream Cheese, Vine-Ripe Tomato, Onion, Capers
      $15.00
  • Chef's Griddle

    • Buttermilk Pancakes

      Maple Syrup
      $15.00
    • Malted Belgian Waffle

      Fresh Berries, Whipped Cream, Maple Syrup
      $16.00
    • Thick-Cut French Toast

      Fresh Berries, Caramelized Bananas, Powdered Sugar
      $16.00
  • Kitchen Favorites

    • Eggs Your Style

      Two Eggs Any Style, Country Potatoes, Toast; Choice of Applewood-Smoked Bacon, Chicken-Apple Sausage, or Pit Ham
      $19.00
    • Double-Smoked Bacon

      Poached Egg, Wild Arugula, Caramelized Onions, Country Potatoes, Jalapeno, Hollandaise
      $23.00
    • Hen House Sandwich

      Two Eggs, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Cheddar Cheese, Sourdough, Homemade Tomato Jam, Country Potatoes
      $22.00
    • Huevos Rancheros

      Two Eggs Over Easy, Black Beans, Chorizo Queso Fresco, Crisp Tortilla, Salsa Verde, Ranchero Sauce
      $23.00
    • Swing Omelette

      Sauteed Shrimp, Smoked Bacon, Monterey Jack Cheese, Spinach, Mushroom, Avocado Aioli, Pico de Gallo, Choice of Toast, Country Potatoes
      $25.00
    • Hen-House Egg White Burrito

      Queso Fresco, Baby Spinach, Country Potato, Salsa Fresca, Guacamole, Sour Cream, Ranchero Sauce
      $19.00
    • Marino's Garden Frittata

      Hen House Egg Whites, Herbs, Baby Kale, Caramelized Balsamic Torpedo Onion, CVR Goat Cheese
      $22.00
    • The Ranch Avocado Toast

      Hass Avocado Smash, Arugula, CVR Olive Oil, Meyer Lemon Zest, Marinated Garden Veggies, Toasted Country Loaf
      $22.00
  • Omelettes

    • Ranchers

      Pit Ham, Applewood-Smoked Bacon, Chicken-Apple Sausage, Jack & Cheddar Cheese, Choice of Toast, Country Potatoes
      $19.00
    • Salmon

      Smoked Alder Salmon, Creme Fraiche, Spinach, Tomato, Scallion, Capers, Choice of Toast, Country Potatoes
      $22.00
    • Healthy

      No yolks here! Egg Whites, Baby Spinach, Braised Mushrooms, Choice of Toast, Sliced Tomatoes
      $20.00
  • Sides

    • Boar's Head Pit Ham

      $7.00
    • Alder-Smoked Salmon

      $13.00
    • Applewood-Smoked Bacon

      $8.00
    • Aidell's Chicken-Apple Sausage

      $8.00
  • Fresh-Pressed Juice

    • Citrus Herbal

      Fennel, Green Apple, Watercress, Lemon
      $12.00
    • Orange Spice

      Golden Beet, Orange, Ginger
      $12.00
    • Tropical Red

      Strawberry, Red Beet, Pineapple
      $12.00
  • Fresh Bread Basket

    • Fresh Bread Basket (1 Per Party)

      Honey butter biscuits, thyme honey
  • First Course

    • Butternut Bisque

      Butternut bisque, baker's lardons, cinnamon crème
  • Second Course

    • Turkey Feast Plate

      Choice of dark or white turkey meat, green beans almondine, thyme stuffing, double butter mashed potatoes, CVR house gravy, CVR cranberry sauce
    • Go Ham

      Bone-in ham glazed with mustard honey and brown sugar, sweet potato mash, roasted Brussels with baker's sous vide bacon, honey jus, red cabbage chutney
    • Mushroom Wellington

      Chef's blend mushroom medley, Swiss chard, mushroom and red wine jus, roasted baby carrots
  • Third Course

    • CVR Bread Pudding With Bourbon Sauce

    • Pumpkin Panna Cotta

  • Amuse Bouche

    • Crème Caviar On Pavé

      Yukon crispy pavé, CVR goat crème, caviar
  • First Course

    • Spinach Leek

      Crispy leeks, CVR cheese crumbles
  • Second Course

    • Roasted Butternut Panzanella

      Frisée, Lolla Rossa mixed greens, pickled onions, crushed pistachios, roasted butternut, Meyer lemon dressing, crispy sourdough
    • Taste Of The Garden Risotto

      Butternut risotto, Swank Farms vegetable medley, blood orange segments, parmesan cheese
  • Intermeso

    • Prosecco And Creen Apple Granita

  • Third Course

    • The Big Eye 14 Oz

      14 oz. ribeye, CVR salt, CVR rosemary, broccolini, chanterelle mushrooms, red wine jus, poached fingerling potatoes
    • Lobster Gnocchi

      Herb gnocchi, lobster tail and claw, fried kale, shaved black truffles, lobster crème sauce
    • Fall CVR En Croute

      Garden vegetables, thyme puff dough, roasted red pepper remoulade, CVR goat cheese, CVR salt
  • Fourth Course

    • Chai Crème Brûlée

    • Eggnog Panna Cotta

      Butternut risotto, Swank Farms vegetable medley, blood orange segments, parmesan cheese
  • A la Carte

    • Regular Burger

      $24.00
    • Smash Burger

      $22.00
    • Kids' Burger

      $16.00
    • Kids' Salmon

      $20.00
    • Kids' Pasta

      $11.00
    • Kids' Grilled Cheese

      $11.00
    • Kids' Chicken Tenders

      $14.00
  • Amuse Bouche

    • Lobster Crostini

      Lobster, Lafayette Country baguette, tarragon aioli, caviar
  • First Course

    • Chestnut Soup

      Chestnut soup, porcini mushroom ragout, red beet crème
  • Second Course

    • Blood Orange Salad

      Blood orange segments, frisée, mint, Lolla Rossa greens, fried cotija cheese, Meyer lemon vinaigrette
  • Mains

    • Branzino

      Mediterranean Israeli couscous, lemon and tarragon stuffed branzino, winter squash, tobiko, lemon Amarillo sauce
    • Filet And Lobster

      8 oz. filet, lobster tail, lobster crème sauce, potato gratin, black truffle shavings, rainbow Swiss chard, red wine reduction
    • Green Pea Risotto

      Risotto, green pea purée, pea tendrils, shaved truffles, Japanese kabocha, blood orange olive oil
  • Dessert

    • The Midnight Cake

      Vanilla sponge cake, truffle chocolate mousse, raspberry sauce

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(831) 626-2599

1 Old Ranch Rd, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923


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