The Grand Tier Menu
Introducing the Menu at The Grand Tier
Nestled within the iconic Met Opera at 30 Lincoln Center Plaza, The Grand Tier offers a captivating New American dining experience that complements any evening of cultural indulgence. Known for its classy and upmarket ambiance, the restaurant is a fantastic choice for pre-show dining or a serene dinner amidst a bustling city.
The menu features an impressive array of culinary delights, from the fresh Chilled Shellfish Duo to the rich Royal Osetra Caviar, each dish crafted to tantalize the palate. For dessert, the Pavlova with mixed berries and the Gianduja Crème Brûlée reveal an exquisite attention to flavor and presentation.
With many vegetarian options available, a full bar, and accommodating amenities like outdoor seating and delivery, The Grand Tier is designed for all guests, ensuring a memorable evening for groups or a romantic dinner for two.
Pre-Theater Menu
Chilled Shellfish Duo*
Lobster, East Coast Oysters (6), Mignonette, Dijonnaise and Gin Cocktail Sauce; $22 PF supplement
Grand Tier Smoked Salmon
Applewood-Smoked Salmon, Classic Accompaniments, Pumpernickel Crisp
Classic Osetra Caviar*
Nutty, Buttery Flavor, Soft Texture; 30-Gram Portion with Traditional Accompaniments
Royal Osetra Caviar*
Rich Amber to Deep Gold, Nutty, Buttery Flavor; 30-Gram Portion with Traditional Accompaniments
Lobster Bisque
Coconut Broth, Red Curry, Lime
Pickled Strawberry Salad
Spring Greens, Warm Goat Cheese
Ricotta Flan
Pea Coulis, Sweet Pea Shoots
Morels & Sweetbreads Cannelloni
Béchamel, Pecorino
Blue Crab Cake
Preserved Lemon, Fennel & Green Apple Slaw; $10 PF supplement
Rabbit & Foie Gras Terrine
Fig Jam, Baguette Crostini; $5 PF supplement
Bison Carpaccio*
Micro Arugula, Cured Egg Yolk, Tête de Moine Fleuret, Sweet Potato Chips
Seafood Prelude
First Course
Red Snapper Veracruz
Stewed Tomatoes, Capers, Olives, Zucchini Spaghetti
Ora King Salmon e Fagioli*
Saffron, White Bean & Orzo Stew, Fennel
Seared Jumbo Sea Scallops
Watercress Butter Sauce, Leek Fondue, Salsify; $12 PF supplement
Mushroom Crusted Chicken
Chicken Jus, Bulgur Wheat, Spring Pea Ragout
Slow Roasted Domestic Rack of Lamb*
Soubise Sauce, Hasselback Potatoes, Asparagus ; $20 PF supplement
Angus Beef Chateaubriand*
Herb Butter, Confit Shallots, Sweet Baby Cauliflower, Potato Gratin; $8 PF supplement
Caramelized Heirloom Carrot Tart
Hen of the Woods, Hazelnut Pesto
Asparagus Gremolata
Zucchini Spaghetti
Gratin Dauphinois
Second Course
Sides for the Table
Harvest Moon
Style: Mimolette Hard Cheese; Origin: 5 Spoke Creamery, Goshen NY; Milk: Unpasteurized Cow's; A rich, round cheese with a moonscape-like outer rind and inside orange hue; butterscotch notes that become more pronounced with age
Lumberjack Bucheron
Style: Bloomy Rind; Origin: Old Chatham Creamery, Groton, NY; Milk: Pasteurized Goat's; The flavors are mild and tangy, with notes of citrus and some earthiness in the cream line
Beecher's Flagship Clothbound Cheddar
Style: Semi-Hard Cheddar; Origin: Beechers, Flatiron District, New York, NY; Milk: Pasteurized Cow's; Made only on days when the milk composition is just right with rich flavor and long, creamy, finish.
Great Hill Blue
Style: Blue Veined, Aged 2-3 Months; Origin: Great Hill Creamery, Buzzard Bay, MA; Milk: Unpasteurized, Unhomogenized, Cow's; Complex tasting, salty blue, with both acidic and buttery notes and an underlying toastiness.
Semifreddo
Raspberry & Rose, Lychee, Graham Cracker Sablé
Pistachio Gâteau
Spumante Sabayon, Pistachio Cream, Candied Pistachio, Luxardo Cherries
Pavlova
Corn Flour Meringue, Diplomat Cream, Mixed Berries; $5 PF supplement
Gianduja Crème Brûlée
Hazelnut-Ginger Dentelle
Opera Cake
Almond Joconde Cake, Espresso Cream, Chocolate Ganache
Semolina Torte
Orange Blossom Scented Cake, Honey Ricotta, Rhubarb
Cookies and Petits Fours
An assortment of daily confections
