Pittsford, NY 14534 585.248.5000
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Lunch 11:30am–2:00pmDinner 5:00pm–9:00pm
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Canal–side Patio Open (limited seating)
Getting Forecast...
Richardson’s Canal House was originally a tavern built in 1818, and served as a public house for over 100 years. Today, Richardson’s Canal House maintains the quaint historical charm and impeccable service of yesteryear, but with a modern flair to the cuisine.
Set on the scenic banks of the Erie Canal in Pittsford NY, Richardson’s Canal House combines gourmet cuisine with casual dining to deliver an experience you won’t soon forget.
Richardson’s Tavern History
$1.00 Oyster Wednesdays
Every Wednesday (through May) starting at 5:00pm, we will be serving freshly shucked oysters for $1 a piece while supplies last!
Reopening for Lunch!
We will be reopening for lunch Tuesday, May 20th! Lunch will be served Tuesday-Friday 11:30am-2:00pm.
The Lunch Menu is served Tuesday through Friday 11:30-2:00
Starters/Salads
Soup of the Day
8/13
Shrimp Cocktail
cocktail sauce 15
Oysters on the Half Shell
rhubarb champagne mignonette 21
Mixed Greens
assorted vegetables and balsamic vinaigrette (add blue cheese +1) 7.5/14
Traditional Caesar
aged parmesan and garlic croutons 7.5/14
Iceberg Wedge
blue cheese dressing, candied pecans and bacon 7.5/14
Summer Salad
mixed greens, grapes, chicken, almonds, East Hill gruyere and poppyseed dressing 18
Cold Plate
fruit salad, cottage cheese and choice of chicken or tuna salad 16
Add GRILLED CHICKEN +7 • SALMON +7
Sandwiches
Choice of side with sandwiches: Potato Salad • Pasta Salad • Fruit Salad
RCH Burger
lettuce, tomato, onion and cheddar cheese on brioche 23
Steak Tip Sub
provolone, grilled onions and horseradish sauce 18
Turkey, Bacon and Avocado Panini
pepperjack cheese and chipotle aioli 18
House Smoked Ham and Swiss Panini
smoked ham, swiss and grainy mustard 17
Toasted Croissant
with choice of tuna or pecan chicken salad 17
Southwestern Chicken Wrap
black bean & corn salsa, pepperjack and lime crema 17
Salmon Burger
Cole slaw & tartar sauce on brioche roll 18
Add North Country Bacon +2
Starters
Soup of the Day
cup 8 bowl 13
French Onion Soup 13
beef broth, caramelized onions, garlic croutons and gruyere
Oysters on the Half Shell 21
rhubarb champagne mignonette
RCH Crab Cake 15
Cole slaw and tarragon aioli
Shrimp Cocktail 15
cocktail sauce
Moroccan Lamb Meatballs 13
harissa and Lively Run feta
Black Pepper Fries 12
Kennebec potato, parmesan aioli and balsamic ketchup
Crispy Duck Wings 9
spicy maple garlic sauce
SALADS
small 7.50 regular 14
Field Greens
balsamic vinaigrette (add blue cheese +1)
Traditional Caesar
aged parmesan and garlic croutons
Iceberg Wedge
blue cheese dressing, spiced pecans and red onion
Baby Spinach
beets, feta, candied walnuts and sherry vinaigrette
Add Grilled Chicken +7, Salmon +7 or Bacon +2
Entrees
All entrees served with choice of : MASHED POTATOES, POTATO GRATIN or JASMINE RICE
7 OZ BEEF TENDERLOIN 47
bordelaise sauce
7 OZ Tri-tip Steak (served medium rare) 32
RCH steak sauce
Maple Leaf Farms Duck Breast 36
rhubarb port wine jus
Amish Airline Chicken Breast 29
roasted chicken jus
Grilled Norwegian Salmon 34
preserved lemon vinaigrette
Barramundi 29
brown butter, capers and lemon
Catch of the Day
RCH FAVORITES
24 Hour Red Wine Beef Short Rib 28
fingerling potato & garlicky greens with red wine jus
Spring Cassoulet 27
duck confit, game sausages, white beans, edamame and herb broth
Pasta Bolognese 25
penne, beef ragout and parmesan
RCH Burger 23
LTO, cheddar, brioche and fries
Asparagus Gnocchi 23
peas, asparagus, mushrooms and tarragon emulsion
If you have a food allergy, please notify us.
Vintages are subject to change
Sparkling
100 Moscato d’Asti, Saracco 2020, Italy 42
101 Brut Rose, Jansz nv, Australia 36
102 Prosecco, Mionetto nv, Italy 40
103 Rosé Brut, Pierre Sparr nv, France 42
104 Cava, Segura Viudas nv, Spain 32
105 Brut La Francaise, Taittinger 375ml nv, France 55
106 Brut La Francaise, Taittinger 750ml nv, France 98
White
115 Dry Riesling, Chateau St. Michelle 2020, Washington State 24
116 Semi-Dry Riesling, Agness Wine Cellars 2017, Finger Lakes 32
121 Chardonnay , Hosmer 2017, Finger Lakes 26
124 Chardonnay, Simi 2020, Sonoma 40
127 Chardonnay, Kendall Jackson 2020, Grand Reserve 46
131 Chardonnay, Jordan 2018, Russian River Valley 60
133 Chardonnay, Grgich Hills 2018, Napa 72
135 Chardonnay, Rombauer 2021, Carneros 75
136 Chardonnay, Cakebread 2019, Napa 84
142 Sauvignon Blanc, Quivira "Fig Tree Vineyard" 2020, Dry Creek 39
146 Gewürztraminer, Dr Konstantin Frank 2017, Finger Lakes 32
154 Chardonnay, William Fevre Chablis 2019, France 58
156 Chardonnay, Domaine de la Jobeline "Allure" 2019, France 70
159 Pinot Grigio, Jermann 2017, Italy 52
160 Garganega, Tedeschi Soave Classico 2013, Italy 35
170 Sauvignon Blanc, Nobilo 2021, New Zealand 28
Red
202 Cabernet Sauvignon, Simi 2019, Alexander Valley 46
205 Cabernet Sauvignon, Franciscan 2021, California 50
207 Cabernet Sauvignon, Justin 2019, Paso Robles 55
211 Cabernet Sauvignon, Faust 2019, Napa 94
212 Cabernet Sauvignon, Jordan 2016, Sonoma 112
214 Cabernet Sauvignon, Stag's Leap "Artemis" 2019, Napa 124
215 Cabernet Sauvignon, Caymus 2020, Napa 140
230 Merlot, Decoy 2018, Napa 46
235 Merlot, Duckhorn 2018, Napa 82
236 Merlot, Coho "Michael Black Vineyard" 2011, Coombsville, Napa 124
241 Pinot Noir, A to Z 2017, Williamette Valley, Oregon 34
242 Pinot Noir, Erath 2020, Oregon 55
244 Pinot Noir, Emeritus 2017, Russian River Valley 61
248 Pinot Noir, Flowers 2021, Sonoma 78
249 Pinot Noir, Belleglos, "Dairyman" 2019, Russian River Valley 84
263 Zinfandel, Saldo 2017, California 50
264 Syrah, Stolpman 2013, Ballard Canyon 72
266 Zinfandel, Macauley "Old Vine" 2013, Napa 92
267 Zinfandel, Ridge "Three Valleys" 2019, Sonoma 44
271 Red Blend, The Language of Yes 2022, California 54
272 Red Blend, Prisoner 2019, Napa 74
275 Red Blend, The Paring 2013, California 84
276 Red Blend, Justin "Isosceles" 2018, Paso Robles 106
280 Red Blend, Opus One 2013, Napa 298
309 Italy, Fonterutoli, Chianti Classico 2017, Sangiovese 45
310 Italy, Ruffino Modus Toscano 2018, Sangiovese 48
316 Italy, Massolino, Barbera D'Alba 2018, Barbera 50
317 Spain, Marques De Riscal, Rioja Reserva 2017, Tempranillo 45
320 Spain, Muga "El Anden", Rioja Crianza 2019, Tempranillo 48
324 Chile, Los Vascos "Le Dix" 2015, Cabernet 86
Other White
Come Visit Us
Lunch
(Tue–Fri)
11:30am–2:00pmDinner (Tue–Sat) 5:00pm–9:00pm
Closed on Sunday
Closed on Monday
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1474 Marsh Road Pittsford, NY 14534 585.248.5000 |
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