Montarra Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Montarra, a hidden gem nestled in Algonquin, IL, where the vibrant flavors of New American cuisine come alive. From the moment you step through the doors, you’re enveloped in a sophisticated ambiance, punctuated by dim lighting and elegant touches. The menu offers a delightful array of dishes, showcasing Executive Chef Joshua Lynn's passion for culinary excellence.
- For Our Younger Diners: Special favorites include the Signature Macaroni & Cheese and Classic Chicken Fingers, both priced at $10.99.
- Hand Cut Steaks & Chops: Indulge in the luxurious 8 oz. Snake River Farms Wagyu Bavette or Montarra's unforgettable Surf & Turf with a succulent Filet Mignon paired with a Cold Water Lobster Tail, making for a truly special dining experience.
- Small Plates: Discover the Applewood Bacon Wrapped California Dates or the Signature Tacos, both bursting with flavor and creativity.
Each dish reflects a unique blend of textures and tastes, crafted with fresh ingredients that elevate the dining experience. Diners rave about the exquisite service and attention to detail, making Montarra the ideal spot for special occasions or an intimate night out.
Small Plates
Bulgogi Egg Roll
Sliced prime ribeye, Korean barbeque marinade, cheddar, pea shoot salad, lemon/miso dressing, scallion, sesame.
Crab & Lobster Arancini
Gruyere, truffle aioli, arugula, lemon.
Seared Lamb Rack "Lollipops"
Pistachio, blueberry gastrique, port wine, demi-glace.
Maple Cured Bacon Wrapped, Maine Sea Scallops
Pecan/Wisconsin maple butter, baby spinach.
Spicy Ahi Tuna Tartar
Smashed avocado, sweet chili aioli,crispy yellow corn tortilla chips.
Crab & Artichoke Stuffed Mushrooms
Baby spinach, citrus butter.
Goat Cheese Croquettes
Jalapeno, cranberry, orange, honey, walnut, French baguette.
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
Spicy horseradish sauce, citrus.
Petite Filet Mignon Crisps
Crispy pita chips, gorgonzola, demi glace.
Signature Tacos
Two white corn tortillas with your choice of crispy shrimp or carne asada, napa cabbage salad, guacamole, lime crema, queso fresco, salsa roja
Applewood Bacon Wrapped California Dates
Black truffle honey, macadamias, blueberry gastrique, gorgonzola.
Children's Filet Mignon Medallions
Four 1oz filet mignon medallions served with french fries and steamed broccoli
Children's Grilled Chicken Breast
Served with garlic whipped potatoes and steamed broccoli
Brioche Grilled Cheese & French Fries
Our Signature Macaroni & Cheese
Miniature Cheese Pizza
Chicken Fingers & French Fries
Buttered Noodles
Noodles With Pomodoro
For Our Younger Diners
Hand Cut Steaks & Chops
Center Cut, Black Angus Filet Mignon
6oz or 10oz. Garlic confit whipped potatoes, sauteed baby spinach, demi-glace
8 Oz. Snake River Farms Wagyu Bavette
Garlic confit whipped potato, sauteed baby spinach, port wine demi-glace
Pistachio Crusted New Zealand Rack Of Lamb
Creamy polenta, baby spinach, blueberry gastrique, sherry/brown butter bordelaise
16 Oz. Prime Black Angus Ribeye
Garlic confit whipped potato, sautéed baby spinach, port wine demi-glace, rosemary truffle butter.
Montarra's Signature Surf & Turf
8oz Boursin Stuffed Filet Mignon, paired with a 6oz Cold Water Lobster Tail!Garlic confit whipped potato, brandied mushrooms, sautéed baby spinach, port wine demi-glace, drawn butter
Voss Sparkling Water
12.7 oz, glass bottle
Voss Still Water
12.7 oz, glass bottle
Bundbaberg Ginger Beer
12.7 oz, glass bottle
Beverages
Large Plates
Caramelized Jumbo Maine Sea Scallops
Cauliflower puree, asparagus, English pea, passion fruit, Marcona almond, crispy potato.
Spicy Lobster Riagatoni
San Marzano tomato, cream, bacon, parmesan, basil, chile.
Duet Of Beef Tenderloin Tips & Pecanwood Bacon Wrapped Jumbo Scallops
Maple - sweet potato hash, baby spinach, sherry brown butter pan sauce, maple/praline butter, crispy onions.
Pesto Rubbed Salmon
Smoked gouda orzo, brown butter green beans, roasted tomato, crispy onions, whiskey mustard cream sauce.
Amish Chicken Roulade
Pancetta risotto, broccolini, truffle/butternut stuffing, pinenut, sage, creamy chicken sauce.
Bouillabaisse
Jumbo shrimp, sea scallops, crab, salmon, mussels, whitefish, lobster fumet, garlic crostini.
Red Wine Braised Short Rib
White cheddar grits, broccolini, cherry – demi glace, crispy onions.
Vegan/Vegetarian
Let our chef prepare something special for you!
Chilean Sea Bass
Parmesan risotto, baby spinach, cranberry compote, candied pecans, rosemary cream sauce, arugula, lemon.
Twin 6oz Maine Lobster Tails
Truffle & brie risotto, grilled asparagus, drawn butter.
Crispy Skin Duck Confit
Parmesan risotto, broccolini, orange/apple cider reduction, blueberry compote, crispy leeks.
38 Oz. Bone-In Prime Ribeye
Truffle risotto, au poivre, crispy onions.
Coconut Crusted Alaskan Halibut
Wild rice, asparagus, basil pesto, sweet corn cream, crispy kale.
12 Oz. Sakura Pork Chop
Potato/bacon hash, honey mustard green beans, bacon jam, blue cheese sauce, crispy onions.
Father's Day Specials
Soup & Salad
The Iceberg Wedge Salad
Applewood bacon, plum tomato, croutons, gorgonzola buttermilk dressing.
French Onion Soup
Garlic croutons, provolone, crispy onions.
A Simple Salad
Mixed baby lettuces, carrots, plum tomato, croutons, English cucumber. Choice of dressing.
Chopped Caesar Salad
House made garlic peppercorn dressing, croutons, bruschetta tomatoes, parmesan.
Salt Roasted Beet Salad
Toasted almonds, goat cheese, strawberries,mesclun greens, apricot/basil vinaigrette.
Spinach Salad
Warm bacon vinaigrette, hard boiled eggs, red onions, avocado, bacon, sliced almonds.
Soup Du Jour
Garnish to accompany
Creamy Truffled Cauliflower
Creamy truffled cheese, brown butter panko
Garlic Butter Pommes Frites
Grilled Asparagus
beurre blanc
Broccoli Florets
lemon butter
Loaded Baked Potato
Arborio Risotto
Chef's whim!
Black Truffle Pommes Frites
Boursin Whipped Potato
Bacon Braised Brussels Sprouts
Miso, balsamic, parmesan
Salt Crusted Baked Potato
Baked Mac 'N Cheese Gratin
Grilled Cauliflower
Served with citrus beurre blanc
Sides to Share
Dessert
Dark Chocolate Flourless Fondue Cake
Chantilly cream, fresh berries, berry coulis
Cinnamon Dusted Bomboloni
Salted caramel, toasted almonds, pineapple-coconut ice cream, pineapple and banana coulis
Baked Gala Apple Galette
Puff pastry, caramel, vanilla bean ice cream
English Sticky Toffee Pudding
Pralines, vanilla bean ice cream, brown butter rum sauce
Caramel Turtle Cheesecake
Praline, caramel, chocolate ganache