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Jack's Oyster House
42-44 State Street
Albany, NY 12207
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Lunch Menu
Starters
Manhattan Clam Chowder* **
Jack's Famous 1913 recipe
Jack's Famous Oysters*
for six
Exotic Oysters Ltd.*
Exotic oysters purchased in small quantities to ensure freshness
Soup, Chef's Inspiration
Inspired by the market
Little Neck Clams
for six
Chilled Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
Spicy horseradish cocktail sauce
Main
Calamari
Fried golden crisp with spicy chipotle lime aioli
Pizzetta Pomodoro
San marzano tomatoes, basil pesto, extra virgin olive oil, parmesan and mozzarella on thin semolina crust
Entrée Salads
Classic Caesar Salad
Chopped crispy romaine tossed with parmesan, anchovies, croutons and creamy dressing add grilled chicken or crab cake or grilled shrimp
Jack's Famous Chopped Salad
Applewood smoked bacon,ripe tomatoes, cucumber, crisp lettuce, crumbled blue cheese, tossed in jack's signature vinaigrette enjoy with grilled chicken (add $5) or jumbo grilled shrimp (add $7)
Atlantic Salmon and Grilled Asparagus Salad
Marinated grilled asparagus, organic field greens tossed in a tangarine balsamic vinaigrette
Steakhouse Salad
Grilled tender beef filet medallions, maytag blue cheese and seasonal greens,tossed in our house vinaigrette
Entrées
Grilled Chicken and Applewood Bacon on a Brioche Roll
House roasted chicken, apple smoked bacon, lettuce,tomato and aioli on brioche roll, with house made cole slaw
Blt Sandwich
Apple smoked bacon, lettuce and tomato on brioche roll, house made cole slaw
Jack's Vermont Cheddar Burger
Ground sirloin burger topped with Vermont cheddar on a toasted house-made roll and crispy french fries
Black & Blue Burger*
Ground sirloin burger, char grilled with jack's seven spice rub,topped with crumbled blue cheese,on a crisp house-made hard roll, black pepper and horseradish aioli with crispy french fries
Chicken Rigatoni Ala Vodka
Chicken medallions, chopped roma tomatoes, basil, parmesan reggiano in a light pink northern italian vodka sauce
Maryland Jumbo Lump Crabcakes* **
Mango chipotle herb aioli
Hand Cut Genuine Calves Liver*
Pan-seared liver, balsamic caramelized onions and applewood smoked bacon
*House Favorites **Featured on Good Morning America
Starters
Seasonal Oyster Selection
Served On The Half Shell
- MP
Oysters Rockefeller
$18.00
Oysters, Rich Butter Sauce, Spinach, Herb Bread Crumb
Chef's Seasonal Composed Oysters
$18.00
Selection Of Oysters, By The Half Dozen
Prince Edward Island Mussels
$14.00
Tomato Saffron Cream, Fennel, Leeks, Garlic Crostini
Pan-Seared Scallops
$19.00
Cremini Mushrooms, Lobster Sauce, Radish Sprouts
Ahi Tuna Tartare
$16.00
Avocado, Golden Beet, Taro Crisps, Sesame Lime Ponzu
French Onion
$12.00
Braised Short Rib, Butter Crouton, Gruyere Gratin
Shrimp Cocktail
$15.00
Chilled Jumbo Shrimp, House-Made Horseradish Cocktail Sauce
Southshire Rabbit Croquette
$14.00
Coq Au Vin, Cherrywood Lardons, Roasted Shiitake, Cipollini
Main Course
Cornish Hen Bourguignonne
$28.00
House Made Spaghetti, Cacio e Pepe, Baby Portobello & Truffle Asparagus, Crispy Leeks, Madeira Demi
Ahi Tuna
$27.00
Wasabi & Sesame Crusted, Snow Pea & Root Vegetable Hash, Sesame Lime Slaw, Sweet Corn, Blistered Shishito, Miso Butter
Filet & Lobster Duet
$55.00
Plancha-Seared 5oz Petite Filet, Veal-Demi Glace, Stuffed Lobster Tail, Lobster Cream Sauce, Fingerling Potatoes
Halibut Diplomate
$39.00
Pan Seared, Fondant Potatoes, Mussels, Truffled Lobster Sauce
Scallops & Caviar
$34.00
Pan-Seared, Topped With Caviar, Parsnip Puree, Toasted Almond Butter, Blood Orange
Prime NY Strip Steak
$47.00
Grilled & Sliced, Sautéed Vegetable Melange, Roasted Potatoes, Hunter's Sauce
Lobster Thermidor
$49.00
Whole Baked Lobster, Scallop and Lobster Stuffing, Buttered Corn, Roasted Potatoes, Newburg Sauce
First Course
Lobster Bisque
Rich, Aromatic And Creamy, With Buttery Lobster Flavors
Local Crispy Chevre Salad
Baby Arugula, R&G Goat Cheese, Roasted Beets, Hazelnuts, Pickled Fennel, Orange Poppy Seed Citronette
Caesar Salad
Romaine Lettuce, Parmesan Reggiano, Garlic Croutons, Caesar Dressing, White Anchovies
Oysters Rockefeller
Baked Blue Point Oyster, Mascarpone Creamed Spinach, Cherrywood Lardons, Allemande Parmesan Gratin PF +$3
Shrimp Cocktail
Jumbo Shrimp, House-Made Cocktail Sauce PF +$3
Costal Oyster Selection
Selection Of Oysters, By The Half Dozen PF +$3
Main Course
Roasted Turkey Ballotine
Brown Butter Fingerlings, Haricot Vert, Crispy Shallots, Cranberry Veneur
Prime Rib
Boulangère Potatoes, Vegetable Melange, Mushroom Meurette Sauce
Halibut Diplomat
Fondant Potato, Roasted Sunchokes, Wild Mussels, Truffled Lobster Sauce
Provençal Eggplant
Pan Fried Eggplant, House Made Spaghetti, Gruyere, Garlic & Fennel Pomodoro
Lobster Thermidor
Whole Baked Lobster, Scallop and Lobster Stuffing, Asparagus, Roasted Potatoes, Crab & Lobster Newburg Sauce PF +$8
Dessert
Jack's Cheesecake
Fresh Berries
Pumpkin Pie
Bourbon Caramel, Whipped Cream
Key Lime Pie
Toasted Coconut Whipped Cream
Thanksgiving Feast To Go
18# All Natural Brined & Basted Turkey
Airline Breast Served Sliced, Gravy Smothered Pulled Dark Meat
½ Pan Classic Yukon Gold Whipped Potatoes
½ Pan Parmesan Green Beans & Roasted Shallot Casserole
½ Pan Sweet Buttered Corn
1 Quart Famous Pan Gravy
gluten-free
One Dozen Fresh Parker House Rolls
1 Cup Whipped Herb Butter
1 Quart Country Stuffing
1 Cup Cranberry Sauce
1 12in Pumpkin Pie
1 Quart Chantilly Cream
Starters
Shrimp Cocktail
$15.00
Cocktail Sauce and Cornicione Chili Remoulade
Local Crispy Chèvre
$12.00
Baby Arugula, R&G Goat Cheese, Roasted Beet, Toasted Hazelnuts, Pickled Fennel, Orange Poppy Seed Citronette
Caesar Salad
$8.00
Romaine Lettuce, Parmesan Reggiano, Garlic Croutons, Zesty Dressing, White Anchovies
Seasonal Oyster Selection
Served on the Half Shell
- MP
Chef's Composed Oysters
$18.00
Selection of Oysters, By The Half Dozen
Oysters "Coquilles" Saint Jacques
$18.00
Scallop & Lobster Stuffed Blue Points, Lardons, Parmesan Cream
Oysters Rockefeller
$18.00
Baked Blue Point Oysters on Half Shell, Mascarpone Creamed Spinach, Cherrywood Lardons, Hollandaise
Main Course
Banana Foster French Toast
$14.00
Hennessy, Cinnamon Brioche, Warm Banana Slices, Whipped Cream
Chicken & Waffles
$19.00
Double Dredged Buttermilk Chicken, Belgium Waffles, Spiced Crown Royal Maple Glaze
Steak à Cheval Oscar
$26.00
Prime NY 8oz Strip, Sunny Side Up Egg, Sautéed Jumbo Crab, Asparagus, Béarnaise, Signature Home Fries
Seafood Benny
$19.00
Scallop & Lobster Cakes, Toasted English Muffin, Poached Eggs, Béarnaise
Croque Madame
$16.00
Prosciutto, Gruyere Cheese, Rosemary Bread, Parmesan Mornay Gratin, Sunny Side Up Egg
Provençal Omelete
$14.00
Goat Cheese, Castelvetrano Olives, Tomato, Tear Drop Peppadews
Egg in a Basket
$13.00
Cherrywood Bacon, Dill, Parmesan, Skillet Spuds
Jack's Burger Plate
$20.00
8oz Kilcoyne Grass Fed Beef Patty, Toasted Brioche Bun, Roasted Baby Portobellos, Gruyere, BBQ Aioli, Caramelized Onion & Beer Battered Curd Potato Plank Poutine
Farmers Market Omelette
$14.00
Spinach, Tomato, Roasted Mushroom, Red Pepper, Swiss
Classic Benedict
$12.00
Canadian Bacon, Poached Eggs, Toasted English Muffin, Hollandaise
Tuscan Baby Portobello Frittata
$14.00
Sautéed Spinach, Roasted Tomato, Leek, Fontina, Béarnaise
Simple Nibble
$14.00
2 Eggs Any Way, Potatoes O' Brien, Grilled Tuscan Bread, Cherrywood Bacon
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General Info
Hours
Monday:
11:30am - 10:00pm
Tuesday:
11:30am - 10:00pm
Wednesday:
11:30am - 10:00pm
Thursday:
11:30am - 10:00pm
Friday:
11:30am - 10:00pm
Saturday:
11:30am - 10:00pm
Sunday:
11:30am - 10:00pm
About Us
Welcome to Jack's Oyster House Opened in 1913 by Jack Rosenstein, the restaurant has been continuously operated by the same family and is now under the direction of grandson, Brad. Joined by Brad is Executive Chef Larry Schepici. Together, they work to create the ultimate dining experience for you each and every time you visit.