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Seasonal Culinary Artistry

Discover our complete collection of seasonally inspired cuisine, featuring the finest local ingredients artfully prepared to create extraordinary culinary moments.

Historic Mt. Vernon, Ohio

(740) 392-3076

Evening Dining

Dinner Menu

Our signature evening culinary experience featuring the finest seasonal ingredients and masterful preparation.

Monday - Saturday: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Appetizers

Chorizo Dates

Medjool Dates Stuffed with Chorizo and Wrapped in Bacon; served with Spicy Aioli

Spinach Fromage

Spinach and a Four Cheese Blend; served with Flatbread

Bulgogi

Ginger Gochujang Marinated Beef served with Sticky Rice, Pickled Ginger and Carrot

Salmon Boursin

House Whipped Boursin with Ricotta, Garlic, Shallots, Fresh Herbs and Smoked Salmon; served with Crostini

Firecracker Shrimp

Fried Shrimp, Toasted Sesame Seed, and Sweet Chili Aioli

Hot Crab Dip

White Cheddar, Old Bay Seasoning, Parmesan Bread Crumbs; served with Flatbread

Calamari

Cornmeal Breaded, Banana Peppers, Romesco, and Garlic Aioli

Oysters on the Half Shell*

Cocktail Sauce and Horseradish Mignonette

Oysters Rockefeller

Baked Oysters with Creamy Rockefeller Mix and Asiago Cheese

Shrimp Cocktail

Ginger Poached Oishii Shrimp; served with Cocktail Sauce and Louis Sauce

Soups

Soup Du Jour

5/7

Ask your server for today's selection

French Onion

Provolone and Swiss Cheese; served with Crostini

Tomato Basil Bisque

5/7

Fresh Herbs and Parmesan Crisp

Salads

Options - Add: Chicken 5; Salmon*, Steak*, or Grilled Shrimp 8

Chicken and Apple Salad

Romaine Lettuce, Roasted Chicken, Apples, Bleu Cheese Crumbles, Red Onion, Walnuts with Golden Balsamic Dressing

Cobb Salad

Romaine Lettuce, Avocado, Tomato, Onion, Bacon, Egg, Bleu Cheese Crumbles; served with a Dressing of your Choice

Rocket Salad

Arugula, Shaved Parmesan and Asiago, Semi-Dried Tomatoes, Pine Nuts with Lemonette Dressing

Caesar Salad

6/12

Chopped Romaine Hearts, Bacon, Parmesan Crisp, and Croutons; served with Caesar Dressing

Side 6, Entree 12 (add Anchovies $2)

Wedge Salad

6/12

Crisp Iceberg Lettuce, Bacon, Red Onion, Bleu Cheese Crumbles, and Tomato; served with a Dressing of your Choice

Side 6, Entree 12

Alcove House Salad

5/10

House Cut Blend of Living Lettuces, Tomato, Cucumber, Croutons, and Cheddar Cheese; served with Golden Balsamic Dressing

Side 5, Entree 10

Steaks & Chops

Includes a house salad and a side of your choice

Filet Mignon*

8 oz. Center Cut; served with Demi-Glace

Bone Out Ribeye*

16 oz. Hand-Cut Ribeye

Hanger Steak*

8 oz. Hanger Steak

Sirloin Steak*

8 oz. Black Angus Reserve

Pork Chop*

16 oz. Double Bone-In Pork Chop; served with Local Honey Comb and Lemon

Roasted Half Chicken

Smoked and Glazed with Stout Mustard BBQ Sauce

Our steak menu features an array of classic enhancements, including tender lobster tails, Oscar toppers, and other refined additions.

Chef's Menu

Includes house salad

Salmon Oscar*

Topped with Crab and Béarnaise; served with Black Pepper Parmesan Risotto and Asparagus

Miso Glazed Sake Sea Bass

Soy and Sake Marinated and Miso Glazed Chilean Sea Bass with Shrimp and a Bok Choy Medley

Trout Almondine

Pan Seared Rainbow Trout served with Lemon Brown Butter Sauce and Almonds. Served with Dried Fruit Rice Pilaf and Haricots Verts

Beef Gnocchi

Beef Tips, Caramelized Onion, Gnocchi, Whipped Boursin, Fried Leeks and Basil Oil

Veal Piccata

Lemon Pepper Linguine Pasta, Breaded Veal Cutlet, Semi-Dried Tomatoes in a Lemon Caper Sauce

Roasted Red Pepper

Roasted Red Pepper stuffed with Rice and Dried Fruits. Served on Romesco Sauce with Asparagus and Goat Cheese

Consuming raw or undercooked meats, seafood, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

Sandwiches

Served with fries, chips or cup of soup

Steak Burger*

Alcove House Beef Blend, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, and White Cheddar

Crispy Chicken

Spicy Aioli, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickles, and Havarti Cheese

À La Carte Sides

Asparagus

Macaroni & Cheese

(add lobster $6)

Baked Potato

House Whipped Potatoes

Steak Fries

Haricots Verts

Brussel Sprouts

Black Pepper Parmesan Risotto

Chophouse Corn

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Midday Dining

Lunch Menu

Fresh, seasonal lunch offerings perfect for business meetings or casual dining experiences.

Appetizers

Spinach Fromage

Spinach and a Four Cheese Blend; served with Flatbread

Oysters Rockefeller

Baked Oysters with Creamy Rockefeller Mix and Asiago Cheese

Oysters on the Half Shell*

Cocktail Sauce and Horseradish Mignonette

Salmon Boursin

House Whipped Boursin with Ricotta, Garlic, Shallots, Fresh Herbs and Smoked Salmon; served with Crostini

Firecracker Shrimp

Fried Shrimp, Toasted Sesame Seed, and Sweet Chili Aioli

Shrimp Cocktail

Ginger Poached Oishii Shrimp; served with Cocktail Sauce and Louis Sauce

Hot Crab Dip

White Cheddar, Old Bay Seasoning, Parmesan Bread Crumbs; served with Flatbread

Calamari

Cornmeal Breaded, Banana Peppers, Romesco, and Garlic Aioli

Sandwiches & Wraps

Served with your choice of fries, chips or cup of soup

Steak Burger*

Alcove House Beef Blend, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, and White Cheddar

Crispy Chicken

Spicy Aioli, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickles, and Havarti Cheese

Reuben

Pastrami on Marble Rye Bread, Sauerkraut, Swiss Cheese, and our own 1001 Dressing

Turkey Melt

Smoked Turkey, Bacon, Cheddar Cheese, Lettuce, and Tomato; on Sour Dough Bread

Fish Sandwich

Beer Battered Cod, Cheddar Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, and Tartar Sauce

French Dip

Shaved Ribeye, Onions and Mushrooms, Provolone, and Horseradish Cream Sauce; served on a Toasted Baguette with a side of Au Jus

Lamb Burger

Seasoned Lamb Burger, Spinach, Tzatziki, Tomato, Onion, and Provolone

Chicken Caesar Wrap

Crisp Romaine, Chicken, Asiago Parmesan, and Bacon Tossed in Caesar Dressing; wrapped in a Garlic and Herb Tortilla

Chicken Club Wrap

Grilled Chicken, Romaine Lettuce, Cheddar Cheese, Bacon, Tomato, Ranch Dressing; wrapped in a Garlic and Herb Tortilla

Veggie Burger

Brown Rice, Oats, Corn, Carrots, Onions, Green Peppers; served with Lettuce, Tomato, Provolone Cheese and Garlic Aioli

Grilled Cheese

Texas Toast, White and Yellow Cheddar, and a Buttery Amish Cheese; with Fresh Herbs and Tomato

Soups

French Onion

Provolone and Swiss Cheese; served with Crostini

Soup Du Jour

5/7

Ask your server for today's selection

Tomato Basil Bisque

5/7

Fresh Herbs and Parmesan Crisp

Salads

Options - Add: Chicken 5; Salmon*, Steak*, or Grilled Shrimp 8

Chicken and Apple Salad

Romaine Lettuce, Roasted Chicken, Apples, Bleu Cheese Crumbles, Red Onion, Walnuts with Golden Balsamic Dressing

Cobb Salad

Romaine Lettuce, Avocado, Tomato, Onion, Bacon, Egg, Bleu Cheese Crumbles; served with a Dressing of your Choice

Rocket Salad

Arugula, Shaved Parmesan and Asiago, Semi-Dried Tomatoes, Pine Nuts with Lemonette Dressing

Caesar Salad

6/12

Chopped Romaine Hearts, Bacon, Parmesan Crisp, and Croutons; served with Caesar Dressing

Side 6, Entree 12 (add Anchovies $2)

Wedge Salad

6/12

Crisp Iceberg Lettuce, Bacon, Red Onion, Bleu Cheese Crumbles, and Tomato; served with a Dressing of your Choice

Side 6, Entree 12

Alcove House Salad

5/10

House Cut Blend of Living Lettuces, Tomato, Cucumber, Croutons, and Cheddar Cheese; served with Golden Balsamic Dressing

Side 5, Entree 10

Entrees

Sirloin Steak*

Black Angus Sirloin Steak; served with Haricots Verts

Salmon

Pan Seared Salmon, Basted in Lemon and Butter; served with Asparagus

Roasted Chicken

Smoked and Roasted Half Chicken, Stout Mustard BBQ Sauce, served with Haricots Verts

Fish N' Chips

Beer Battered Cod Tails; served with Coleslaw, Tartar Sauce, and Steak Fries

Consuming raw or undercooked meats, seafood, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

Tuesday - Friday: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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Sweet Endings

Dessert Menu

Handcrafted desserts to complete your dining experience.

Desserts

Chocolate Truffles

A trio of Chocolate Truffles with Crème Anglaise

Basque Cheesecake

Creamy Toasted Cheesecake; served with Blueberry Compote

Chef's Special

A rotating delight from the chefs at the Alcove. From cakes to pies and other sweet treats, ask your server what we have made for you today!

Peach Crisp

Bourbon Glazed Peaches, Cinnamon and Nutmeg with an Oat Brown Sugar Streusel; topped with Vanilla Ice Cream and Caramel Sauce

Crème Brûlée

Traditional Vanilla Crème Brûlée with Lemon Chantilly

Frozen Treats

Fudge Pecan Ball, Sorbet, Special Ice Cream, Vanilla — Choice of Topping available for an additional charge: Lemon Chantilly, Maraschino Cherry, Pecans, Chocolate, Hot Fudge, Caramel

Dessert Specialties

Seasonal Cocktail

A rotating cocktail inspired by the season. Ask your server for today's selection.

Espresso Martini

A bold and velvety classic — perfectly chilled with a rich coffee kick

Nuts and Berry

A creamy, nutty delight with a hint of ripe raspberry — simple and sumptuous

Homemade Limoncello

Bright, zesty, and sweet with a citrusy punch — served chilled for a refreshing close

Taylor Fladgate

Fine Port Wine, aged 10 years

Graham's

Fine Port Wine, aged 20 years

Beverage Program

Wine & Cocktails

Carefully curated wines and handcrafted cocktails to complement your dining experience.

Sparkling & Rosés

Rosé, Maison Louis Jadot

6/24

Burgundy, France

Rosé, Bieler Père et Fils

10/40

Provence, France

Brut Champagne, Piper

8/32

Sonoma, California

Brut Champagne, Veuve Clicquot

125

France

Bottle only

Prosecco, Riondo

12/48

Italy

White Wines

Moscato, Ceretto 'Stefano'

12/48

Piedmont, Italy

Riesling, Richter Estate

14/56

Mosel River, Germany

Pinot Grigio, Noble Vines 152

8/32

Monterey, California

Chardonnay, Grgich Hills Estate

100

Napa Valley, California

Bottle only

Chardonnay, Mer Soleil

12/48

Santa Lucia Highlands, California

Chardonnay, Stoller Family Estate

11/44

Dundee Hills, Oregon

Chardonnay, Z. Alexander Brown 'Uncaged'

10/40

Santa Lucia Highlands, California

Sauvignon Blanc, Giesen

10/40

New Zealand

Sauvignon Blanc, Kim Crawford

12/48

New Zealand

Seasonal Cocktails

Scarlet Basil

Hendrick's gin shaken with strawberry shrub and fresh lime, finished with basil and a light, velvety foam

Lavender Daydream

House-made Limoncello and Crème de Violette brightened with lemon and topped with sparkling soda for a delicate floral spritz

Crimson Sunset

Jose Cuervo tequila, Disaronno, blood orange purée, and lime shaken bright and bold in an Italian-inspired margarita

Indigo Spritz

Blueberry, Mint, and Elderberry with crisp Prosecco — a light and refreshing spritz with vibrant berry notes

Golden Orchard

Four Roses bourbon with muddled peaches and a touch of simple syrup, topped with ginger beer for a bright, spiced finish

Harvest Sangria

Our rotating house sangria featuring seasonal fruit and wine, crafted fresh and changing regularly

Spirit-Free Cocktails

Mint Condition

Muddled Mint, Fresh Lime; topped with Sprite

Colada (No. 0)

Pineapple Juice, Fresh Lime & Orange, and Half and Half; topped with Sprite

Framboise Fizz

Muddled Raspberry, Fresh Lime, and Ginger Beer

Cherry On Top

Luxardo Cherry Juice and Fresh Lemon Juice; topped with Sprite

Bree–Berry Breeze

Muddled Basil & Blackberry, Fresh Lime; topped with Tonic

The Golden Hour

Lemonade, Fresh Lemon, and Simple Syrup; topped with Sprite

Espress Yourself

Cold Brew Espresso, Half and Half, and Hershey’s Chocolate Liqueur

Limelight & Cola

Fresh Lemon & Lime Juice, Simple Syrup; topped with Coke

Red Wines

Malbec, Alta Vista 'Vive'

9/36

Mendoza, Argentina

Pinot Noir, Belle Glos 'Clark & Telephone'

16/64

Santa Maria Valley, California

Pinot Noir, Chehalem

14/56

Willamette Valley, Oregon

Pinot Noir, Meiomi

12/48

California

Merlot, Duckhorn

100

Napa Valley, California

Bottle only

Merlot, Spellbound

8/32

California

Cabernet Sauvignon, Caymus

House Specialties

The Bookworm

"To your appreciation of good champagne and an even better book" — cheers, Karen!

Piper Sonoma Brut, House Grenadine, Fresh Citrus

The Grand

Crisp, sparkling, and refreshing

Absolut Vodka, St. Germain, and Lime Juice

General Washington

A nod to the fellow distiller, George Washington, who produced over 11,000 gallons of whiskey

Bulleit Rye, Madeira, Fresh Orange, Cherries, and Angostura Bitters

Jenny Juice

A refreshing tropical cocktail

Rum, Peach Schnapps, Pineapple, and Orange Juice, with Housemade Grenadine

The 110

The ultimate celebratory cocktail with luxury in every sip

Champagne, Rémy Martin VSOP, Angostura Bitters, Sugar Cube, Sugar Rim, Lemon Peel, with Sparkling Gold Glitter

Mayor Mavis

A playful tribute to Mt. Vernon's longtime Mayor — a bold spirit, tickled pink with local pride

Herradura Reposado, Orange and Lime Juice, Grenadine, and Bitters

French 74

Created to celebrate our ranking as the 74th best restaurant in the nation!

Gin, Raspberry Liqueur, Champagne, Raspberry, Candied Lemon Wheel Garnish

The Alma Mater

In honor of P.F. Kluge

Patrón Silver, Fresh Lime Juice, and Rose Water

Alcove Peach

A nod to Summer in Ohio; ripe fruit, front porch breezes, and a touch of polish

Watershed Four Peel Gin, Giffard Peach, and Lime

Opening Act

A tribute to our town's vibrant art scene

Four Peel Gin, Rose Wine, Fresh Lemon Juice, Orange Bitters

Gambier Gimlet

Served up or on the rocks — a nod to our friends at Kenyon College

Hendrick's Gin, Crème de Violette, Lemon, Simple Syrup; Cucumber and Basil Garnish

Curtain Call

A rich and spirited nod to the historic Woodward Theatre

Equal Parts; Drambuie, Grand Marnier, Kahlua, and Espresso

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