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.
Whether it’s a radiant lunch on the patio grill in the summertime, or dining cozily in front of a crackling fireplace during winter, the food and the service will take center stage along with you.
Richardson’s Tavern History
We are open!
-Face coverings are MANDATORY until seated as per NYS
-Reservations are required as space is limited
-Party size limited to 8 people
Special Events
Host your corporate or personal event with us! Contact us to start planning.
View Sample Menu
The Lunch Menu is served Monday through Friday
Starters
Soup of the Day
cup 5 bowl 9
Fresh Oysters 18
strawberry pink peppercorn mignonette
Charcuterie Plate 12
assorted salumi, olives and crostini
Artisanal Cheese Plate 9
3 cheeses, fruit and crostini
Shrimp Cocktail 12
Cocktail sauce
Salads
Mixed Greens 8.5
assorted vegetables and balsamic vinaigrette
Traditional Caesar 9.5
aged parmesan and garlic croutons
Summer Salad 13.5
mixed greens, strawberries, chicken, almonds, East Hill gruyere and poppyseed dressing
Iceberg Wedge 9.5
blue cheese dressing, candied pecans and crispy proscuitto
Cold Plate 15
cottage cheese, fruit salad and choice of tuna or chicken salad
Add GRILLED CHICKEN +5 • SALMON +6
Entrées
Choice of side with sandwiches : Potato Salad • Carrot Salad • Fruit Salad
RCH Burger 20
lettuce, tomato, onion and cheddar cheese on brioche
Grilled Flank Steak 15
BBQ sauce and cole slaw on sub roll
Turkey Bacon Avocado Panini 16
pepperjack and chipotle aioli
Cuban 15
smoked ham, roast pork, swiss cheese, mustard and pickle
Toasted Croissant 14
with choice of tuna or chicken salad
Southwestern Chicken Wrap 14
black bean & corn salsa, pepperjack and lime crema
Salmon Burger 16
dill aioli and cucmber salad on brioche roll
Chickpea Burger 14
provolone and artichoke pesto on brioche roll
Add Benton's Smoky Mountain Bacon +2
Desserts
Strawberry Shortcake 10
buttermilk biscuit, fresh strawberries and whipped cream
Vanilla Creme Brulee 10
Dessert Special 10
Starters
Soup of the Day
cup 6 bowl 10
Oysters on the Half Shell 18
strawberry pink peppercorn mignonette
Shrimp Cocktail 12
cocktail sauce
Charcuterie Plate 12
assorted salumi, olives and crostini
Black Pepper Fries 9
chipotle aioli and balsamic ketchup
Grilled Flatbread 11
basil pesto, mozzarella and slow roasted tomatoes
RCH FAVORITES
Clam Bake 23
steamed clams, Italian sausage, potatoes and sweet corn
Wild Boar Ragout 22
orecchiette and herbed ricotta
Vegan Tofu Ratatouille 19
eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, red peppers, onions and tomato
Chicken Jagerschnitzel 23
Austrian potato salad, cucumber salad and mushroom gravy
RCH Burger 20
LTO, cheddar cheese, brioche bun and potato salad
salmon burger 16
dill aioli, cucumber salad, brioche bun and potato salad
Chickpea burger 14
provolone, artichoke pesto, brioche bun and potato salad
Salads
small 5 regular 9.5
field greens
balsamic vinaigrette (add blue cheese +1)
traditional caesar
aged parmesan and garlic croutons
baby arugula
Lively Run feta, watermelon, red onion and lemon vinaigrette
iceberg wedge
blue cheese dressing, candied pecans and crispy prosciutto
Add Grilled Chicken +5, Salmon +6 or Benton's Bacon +2
Entrees
All entrees served with choice of: MASHED POTATOES, BAKED POTATO, or JASMINE RICE
7 oz Beef Tenderloin 38
bordelaise sauce
8 oz Manhattan Strip Filet 36
smoked bone marrow butter
BBQ Beef Shortrib 23
cola braising reduction
Teriyaki Beef Kebabs 25
pineapple, red pepper, red onion and teriyaki glaze
14oz Pork Porterhouse 24
blueberry ginger jus
Dry Sea Scallops 32
charred tomato vinaigrette
Faroe Island salmon 26
chile mango sauce
Vintages are subject to change
Sparkling
100 Moscato d’Asti, Saracco 2016, Italy 31
101 Brut Rose, Jansz nv, Australia 36
102 Prosecco, Valdo nv, Italy 40
103 Rosé Brut, Pierre Sparr nv, France 42
105 Yellow Label, Veuve Clicquot 375ml nv, France 46
106 Yellow Label, Veuve Clicquot nv, France 87
109 Crystal, Louis Roederer 2000/2006, France 340
Domestic White
115 Dry Riesling, Chateau St. Michelle 2017, Washington State 24
116 Semi-Dry Riesling, Agness Wine Cellars 2017, Finger Lakes 32
121 Chardonnay , Hosmer 2017, Finger Lakes 26
123 Chardonnay , Qupe 2016, Santa Maria Valley 34
124 Chardonnay, Simi 2018, Sonoma 40
126 Chardonnay, Pike Road 2017, Willamette Valley 38
127 Chardonnay, Kendall Jackson 2017, Grand Reserve 46
128 Chardonnay, Clos Du Bois Calcaire 2015, Sonoma 47
129 Chardonnay, Stags Leap Winery 2017, Napa 52
130 Chardonnay, "Migration" Duck Horn 2017, Sonoma 58
131 Chardonnay, Jordan 2016, Russian River Valley 60
133 Chardonnay, Grgich Hills 2016, Napa 72
136 Chardonnay, Cakebread 2017, Napa 84
141 Sauvignon Blanc, Silverado 2016, Napa 38
142 Sauvignon Blanc, Quivira "Fig Tree Vineyard" 2015, Dry Creek 39
143 Sauvignon Blanc, Mercier 2014, Lake County 40
145 Sauvignon Blanc, Illumination by Quintessa 2017, Napa 64
146 Gewürztraminer, Dr Konstantin Frank 2017, Finger Lakes 32
147 Cuvée, Conundrum by Caymus 2016, California 42
European White
152 Sauvignon Blanc, Sancerre, Guy Saget 2018, Loire 38
153 Chardonnay, J. Drouhin Pouilly Fuisse 2017, France 46
154 Chardonnay, William Fevre Chablis 2017, France 49
155 Chardonnay, Matrot Meursault 2015, France 80
156 Chardonnay, J. Drouhin Puligny Montrachet 2016, France 82
158 Pinot Grigio, Gradis'Ciutta Collio 2017, Italy 32
159 Pinot Grigio, Jermann 2017, Italy 52
160 Garganega, Tedeschi Soave Classico 2013, Italy 35
161 Albarino, Ramon Bilbao 2017, Spain 30
162 Grüner Veltliner, Domaine Wachau 2018, Austria 32
Other International White
170 Sauvignon Blanc, Nobilo 2017, New Zealand 28
171 Sauvignon Blanc, Oyster Bay 2018, New Zealand 31
172 Chardonnay, Hamilton Russell 2014, South Africa 46
173 Chenin Blanc, Ken Forrester "The FMC" 2015, South Africa 88
Domestic Red
202 Cabernet Sauvignon, Justin 2017, Paso Robles 48
203 Cabernet Sauvignon, Daniel Cohn Bellacosa 2015, Northcoast 50
204 Cabernet Sauvignon, Simi 2016, Alexander Valley 46
205 Cabernet Sauvignon, Daou Vineyard 2017, Paso Robles 47
206 Cabernet Sauvignon, Kith and Kin 2015, Napa 54
207 Cabernet Sauvignon, Franciscan 2017, Napa 50
209 Cabernet Sauvignon, Noemi 2011, Napa 108
210 Cabernet Sauvignon, Stags Leap “Artemis” 2016, Napa 84
211 Cabernet Sauvignon, Jordan 2015, Sonoma 90
212 Cabernet Sauvignon, Faust 2016, Napa 94
213 Cabernet Sauvignon, W.Knuttel, Rafanelli Vineyard 2013, Dry Creek Valley 94
214 Cabernet Sauvignon, Caymus 2017, Napa 132
217 Cabernet Sauvignon, Robert Mondavi Reserve 2015, Napa 212
230 Merlot, Decoy 2017, Napa 46
231 Merlot, Franciscan 2015, Napa 48
233 Merlot, Silverado 2013, Napa 57
235 Merlot, Duckhorn 2016, Napa 82
236 Merlot, Coho "Michael Black Vineyard" 2011, Coombsville, Napa 124
241 Pinot Noir, A to Z 2016, Williamette Valley, Oregon 34
242 Pinot Noir, Erath 2017, Oregon 47
244 Pinot Noir, Emeritus 2015, Russian River Valley 58
245 Pinot Noir, Whetstone 2015, Sonoma Coast 62
248 Pinot Noir, Flowers 2017, Sonoma 78
249 Pinot Noir, BelleGlos, “Dairyman” 2017, Russian River Valley 84
250 Pinot Noir, Argyle, “Nuthouse” 2016, Oregon 95
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" 2016, Sonoma 44
271 Meritage, Estancia 2014, Paso Robles 55
272 Meritage, Prisoner 2018, Napa 74
273 Meritage, Franciscan, "Magnificat" 2015, Napa 88
274 Meritage, Clos du Bois, "Marlstone" 2013, Alexander Valley 78
275 Meritage, The Paring 2013, California 84
276 Meritage, Justin "Isosceles" 2016, Paso Robles 106
278 Meritage, Quintessa 2013, Rutherford 230
280 Meritage, Opus One 2013, Napa 298
European Red
301 Pinot Noir, Drouhin, Chorey Les Beaune 2016, France 49
302 Pinot Noir, Drouhin Joseph, Pommard 2014, France 86
303 Grenache, Perrin, Chateauneuf–du–Pape, Les Sinards 2017, France 68
304 Syrah , Nicolas Perrin, “Crozes Hermitage” 2016, France 45
305 Syrah, Beaucastel, Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2015, France 126
306 Cabernet, Barons De Rothschild (Legende) 2014, Pauillac, France 70
309 Sangiovese, Fonterutoli, Chianti Classico 2016, Italy 45
310 Sangiovese, Ruffino Modus Toscana 2016, Italy 48
311 Sangiovese, Caparzo, Brunello di Montalcino 2014, Italy 70
313 Corvina Blend, Pasqua, Amarone 2012, Italy 58
315 Nebbiolo, Luigi Einaudi, Barolo 2013, Italy 112
316 Barbera, Massolino, Barbera d'Alba 2017, Italy 50
317 Tempranillo, Montecillo, Rioja Reserva 2011, Spain 45
Other International Red
320 Malbec, Finca El Origen 2017, Argentina 40
323 Shiraz, Kilikanoon, “Testament” 2013, Australia 58
324 Cabernet Sauvignon, Los Vascos, “Le Dix” 2015, Chile 86
Dessert Wine
174 Riesling , Dr. Loosen, “Beerenauslese” 2005, Germany, 375ml 50
176 Icewine, Inniskillin 2007, Canada, 375ml 108
White Half–Bottles
182 Sauvignon Blanc, Duckhorn 2017, Napa 26
183 Chardonnay, Flowers 2016, Sonoma 38
Red Half–Bottles
192 Cabernet Sauvignon, Faust 2015, Napa 50
193 Proprietary Blend, Paraduxx by Duckhorn 2014, Napa 47
Come Visit Us
Lunch
(Mon–Fri)
11:30am–2:00pmDinner (Sun–Sat) 5:00pm–9:00pm
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