Summer Menu

At Cove Lakeside Bistro, Our team strives to provide an excellent experience for every guest with an inviting atmosphere, professional service, and a wide selection of high quality food and drinks. Take in the views of West Lake, celebrate, and enjoy a meal with friends and family.

Starters & Shareables

Warm & Golden Baked Brie

honey topped baked cheese, toasted baguette sweet: fresh berries & toasted almonds savory: blackened spice & toasted almonds

$16

Vegetarian

Lobster Fondue

real lobster, roasted red peppers, scallions, toasted bread boule

$15

Crispy Brussels Sprouts

lemon aioli

$11

Vegetarian

House-Smoked Whitefish Dip

toasted baguette

$13.50

Sweet & Spicy Parmesan Fries

steak-cut russet fries, sriracha gastrique, herbs, spices & parmesan, sriracha aioli

$10

Vegetarian

Flash-Fried Calamari

sriracha aioli, sweet chili sauce

$16

Lobster Corn Dog

butter-poached lobster tail, sweet corn batter, served with sriracha aioli, sweet chili sauce

$26

Prosciutto & Fig Flatbread

salty prosciutto, sticky-sweet fig jam, gorgonzola cheese, flatbread

$12

Chesapeake Crab Cakes

lump crab, lemon tossed arugula, house-made remoulade

$17.50

Braised Pork Meatballs

tomato, red wine, parmesan, grilled bread points

$13

Soups

Feature Soup du Jour

Chef's rotating seasonal offering

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French Onion Soup

classic bistro dish

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Hampton Clam Chowder

hearty & filling comfort soup

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Salads

add protein to any salad: plant-based chicken +5 ◦ chicken breast +6 ◦ crab cake +8.75 ◦ shrimp +9 ◦ salmon +10 ◦ seared ahi tuna +11 ◦ steak +12

Classic Caesar

romaine, caesar, parmesan, herbed croûtons

$10

House Greens

mixed greens, red onion, radishes, carrots, cucumbers, grape tomatoes, sunflower seeds, tarragon vinaigrette

$10

Vegetarian

Gluten free

Beets & Goats Salad

mixed greens, roasted beet, goat cheese, red onion, grape tomatoes, sugared walnuts, herbs, herbed croûtons, tarragon vinaigrette

$16

Vegetarian

Greek Salad

romaine, feta, roasted beets, pepperoncini, red onion, kalamata olives, grape tomatoes, cucumbers, greek vinaigrette

$18

Vegetarian

Turkey Chop

roasted turkey, bacon, grape tomatoes, avocado, green onions, hard boiled egg, bleu cheese, romaine, maple dijon vinaigrette, fried red onions

$18

Spring Roll Bowl

soba noodles, cabbage, red bell pepper, cucumber, carrots, chopped peanuts, soy-ginger sauce

$18

Burgers & Sandwiches

served with choice of side: steak-cut fries ◦ chips ◦ side salad side upgrades: soup cup +2 ◦ soup bowl +3 add ons: bacon +2 ◦ avocado +2 ◦ [GF] bun +2

B.L.T.A

applewood smoked bacon, spring mix, tomato, avocado, tarragon aioli, sourdough

$16

Chargrilled Ahi Tuna Burger

ahi tuna patty, arugula, shaved cucumber, wasabi aioli, whole wheat bun

$16

Miso-Glazed Oyster Mushroom Burger

oyster mushrooms, ginger miso honey, arugula, red onion, swiss, brioche bun

$16

Vegetarian

Fried Shrimp Po' Boy

shrimp, lettuce, tomato, tarragon aioli, toasted baguette

$16

Classic Grilled Cheese

white cheddar, american, swiss, sourdough

$10

Vegetarian

Quinoa Burger

red quinoa, mushrooms, black beans, herbs & spices, chipotle aioli, arugula, tomato, red onion, butter-grilled wheat bun

$14

Vegetarian

Spicy Chicken Sandwich

zesty pickles, jalapeno ranch, red cabbage slaw, butter-grilled brioche bun

$16

CharGrilled Chicken Sandwich

lettuce, tomato, red onion, pineapple aioli, butter-grilled brioche bun

$15

Salmon Burger

house-made salmon patty, wasabi aioli, lettuce, shaved cucumbers, whole wheat bun

$16

Lobster Roll

tarragon aioli, chives, lettuce, celery, butter-grilled roll

$27

Topside Burger

choice beef cut trio blend, crab cake, pickles, lettuce, tomato, red onion, white cheddar, bistro sauce, butter-grilled brioche bun

$20

Bistro Burger

choice beef cut trio blend, pickles, lettuce, tomato, red onion, bistro sauce, butter-grilled brioche bun choice of: american ◦ cheddar ◦ swiss

$16

Flash Fried Crab Cake Sandwich

remoulade, spring mix, tomato, red onion, butter-grilled wheat bun

$18

French Onion Steak Dip

shaved strip steak, caramelized onions, horseradish cream, swiss, sourdough baguette, french onion au jus

$20

Whitefish Sandwich

remoulade, lettuce, tomato, red onion, butter-grilled wheat bun choice of: pan-seared ◦ flash-fried tempura

$14

Mains

Maple Bourbon Pork Chop

12 ounce bone-in hand-cut pork chop, maple bourbon rub, smoked fingerling potatoes, seasonal vegetables

$26

Pesto Cavatappi

mushrooms, tomatoes, cavatappi pasta, basil pesto, shaved parmesan

$19

Vegetarian

Spinach Mascarpone Ravioli

herbed cheese sauce, spinach, shaved parmesan

$19

Vegetarian

Pomegranate Salmon

pomegranate molasses glazed salmon, tabbouleh

$32

Sunset Shrimp

jumbo shrimp, herbed rice, chipotle honey glaze, broccoli, cauliflower

$25

Vander Farmers Wagyu

Chef's rotating local wagyu feature >> market price

Great Lakes Whitefish

lightly seasoned & pan-seared whitefish, champagne butter sauce, mashed potato, seasonal vegetable

$26

Blackened Chicken Tortelloni

cheese-filled dumplings, brie cream sauce, red onion, red bell pepper, cherry tomato, spinach, parmesan

$24

Vegetable Risotto

Crisp Country Acres seasonal vegetables, creamy arborio rice, white wine, shaved parmesan

$19

Vegetarian

Gluten free

Coconut Crusted Fresh Cod & Chips

flash-fried cod, crispy bistro fries, served with pineapple aioli

$23

Chargrilled New York Strip

chargrilled 14 oz choice steak, herbed butter, crispy bistro fries, brussels sprouts

$39

Daily Chef's Catch

ask your server for today's preparation >> market price

Desserts

Feature Dessert

ask for today's offering!

Flourless Chocolate Mousse Cake

frozen chocolate mousse, fudge ganache, flourless brownie batter crust

New York Style Cheesecake

assorted sauce choices available

Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

rum caramel sauce, coconut ice cream

Seasonal Bread Pudding

vanilla ice cream

Strawberry Vanilla Cake

vanilla lavender sponge cake, strawberry jam, berry sauce

Chia Pudding

velvety coconut cream, cinnamon & candied ginger, fresh berry topping