Mattar's Bistro – American
Mattar’s Bistro invites guests into a lively, eclectic space where the boundaries of global cuisine blur into a vibrant tapestry of shared plates and coastal flavors. From the creamy indulgence of shrimp-stuffed avocados to the zesty crunch of street-style tacos and golden-charred crab cakes, every dish arrives as a colorful celebration of fresh ingredients and bold seasonings. It is a destination where the warmth of Mediterranean tapas meets the spirited heat of spicy shrimp rolls, offering a sophisticated yet approachable dining experience that caters to every craving.
Route 517 https://mattarsbistro.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, mediterranean, whole30, pescatarian, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, sugar-free, plant-based, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, weight-watchers, low-cholesterol, detox, volumetrics, tlc, alkaline, raw-food, aip, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, candida, lectin-free, pegan
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners celebrate the well-seasoned menu and perfectly sized portions, frequently praising the kitchen's attention to flavor and balance. Guests highlight the warm, knowledgeable service that makes every visit feel personal, while the inviting ambiance is noted for creating a truly memorable dining atmosphere. Praised for its consistent quality and welcoming environment, it remains a highly recommended destination for a standout meal.
Menu
Appetizers
- Shrimp Stuffed Avocado - $17: Citrus marinated shrimp, diced avocado, pico de gallo, spring mixed greens Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mediterranean Tapas - $13: Hummus, Baba Ganoush, Tomatoes, Olives, Warm Pita Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Caprese - $15: Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato, Basil, Roasted Red Peppers Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Salad - $21: Shrimp, Calamari, Scungilli, Octopus, Lemon, EVOO Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Free Range Chicken Wings - $14: Choice of Fire Roasted Garlic Parmesan, Traditional Buffalo, Arugula Cilantro Chimichurri or Spicy Smokehouse Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Atkins Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tacos: Daily selection Dietary tags: Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari - $15: Sweet Chili, Wasabi Honey, Sesame Seeds Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jumbo Lump Crab Cake - $16: Lemon Butter Herb Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Satay - $13: Marinated chicken skewers, grilled pineapple, classic peanut sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Atkins Available at: dinner, lunch
Sushi & Raw Bar
- Spicy Shrimp Roll - $16: Poached Shrimp, Arugula, Pickled Red Onion, Cucumbers, Avocado, Spicy Mayo, Asian BBQ Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ahi Tuna Roll - $16: Ahi Tuna, Spicy Crab Mix, Lemon, Tabiko Flying Fish Roe, Mango Sushi Sauce, Asian BBQ, Spicy Mayo, Toasted Sesame Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blue Point Oysters on the Half Shell - $3.75: Lemon & Blueberry Mignonette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, TLC, AIP, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Clams on the Half Shell - $2.5: Cocktail Sauce, Lemon & Blueberry Mignonette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, TLC, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads & Soups
- Mixed Field Greens Salad - $9: Cucumbers, Tomato, Red Onion, Balsamic Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arugula Salad - $15: Fresh Strawberries, Gorgonzola, Toasted Almonds, Sun Dried Tomato Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Beet & Endive Salad - $16: Goat Cheese, Pine Nuts, Goat Yogurt Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Caesar Salad - $12: Romaine, Garlic Herb Croutons, Parmesan, Asiago, Classic Caesar Dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chopped Mediterranean Salad - $12: Romaine, Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Red Onion, Lemon Herb Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cobb Salad - $19: Grilled Chicken, Bacon, Avocado, Hard-Boiled Egg, Bleu Cheese Crumbles, Bleu Cheese Dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins Available at: dinner, lunch
- Farmer’s Vegetable Soup - $8: Carrots, Onion, Celery, Potatoes, Leeks, Parsnips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches & Flatbreads
- Grilled Cajun Chicken Sandwich - $14: Avocado, Garlic Aioli, Cheddar Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Brioche Bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Angus Burger - $16: Choice of Swiss, Bleu, Cheddar or American Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickle Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Applewood BLT - $15: Applewood Smoked Bacon, Sliced Tomatoes, Avocado, Boston Bibb Lettuce, Garlic Aioli, Toasted Sourdough Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chardonnay Poached Pear Flatbread - $16: Mozzarella, Prosciutto, Arugula, Asiago Cream Dietary tags: Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Margherita Flatbread - $14: Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato, Basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Filet Mignon 8oz - $42: Roasted Yukon Gold Potato Wedges, Mixed Vegetables, Onion Demi Glace Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner
- Grilled NY Strip Steak 14oz - $42: Salt & Vinegar House Cut Fries, Mixed Vegetables, Black & Tan Demi Glace Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veal Saltimbocca - $34: Spinach, Prosciutto, Hard-Boiled Eggs, Fontina Cheese, Sage Garlic Wine Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rack of Lamb - $45: Cucumber, Tomato & Goat Cheese Bruschetta, Whipped Potatoes, Natural Demi Glace Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner
- Short Ribs - $35: Whipped Potatoes, Natural Braising Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mediterranean Branzini - $38: Shallots, Scallions, Chives, Capers, Asparagus, Cherry Tomatoes, Kalamata Olives, Lemon, Pine Nuts, Champagne Vinaigrette, Jasmine Rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pan Roasted Salmon - $29: Mixed Vegetables, Jasmine Rice, Sliced Orange & Pomegranate Wine Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, TLC, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Lobster Ravioli - $28: Spinach, Brandied Lobster Cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Tortellini Bolognese - $25: Cheese tortellini with meat sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rustic Pappardelle - $25: Bacon, Smoked Mushrooms, Shaved Asparagus, Basil, Aged Asiago Cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Red Velvet Cake - $12: Cream cheese frosting, fresh whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Cake - $15: Caramel Mousse, Chocolate Frosting, Chocolate Ganache, Sea Salt, Salted Caramel Ice Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Crème Brûlée - $10: Caramelized Sugar, Gaufrette Cookie
Beverages
- Jack Frost Cocktail - $14: Tequila, Blue Curacao, Coconut Syrup, Fresh Lime Juice
- Cranberry Mule - $13: Vodka, Fresh Cranberry & Lime Juice, Ginger Beer
- Dark Chocolate Martini - $15: Housemade Dark Chocolate Syrup, Vodka, Creme De Cacao, Raspberry Liqueur, Cream, Aquafaba
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