Millpond Gatherings – Steakhouse
Millpond Gatherings captures a sense of refined coastal charm, where the air is filled with the crisp scent of the sea and the lively hum of shared celebration. Glistening towers of chilled lobster, briny oysters, and succulent king crab legs serve as stunning centerpieces, inviting guests to linger over the freshest treasures of the raw bar. It is a sophisticated destination where meticulous artistry meets a communal spirit, turning every meal into a vibrant, salt-kissed experience.
Middletown Avenue, North Branford, Connecticut 06472 https://www.millpondgatherings.comRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Steakhouse
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
What to order at Millpond Gatherings
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Wings | 1.4 g | 57.1 g |
| The Pond (Serves 2-3) | 25 g | 55 g |
| Beet Salad | 108.3 g | 44.5 g |
| Tuna Tartare | 9.9 g | 41.8 g |
| Shrimp & Grits | 22.1 g | 32.9 g |
| The Tower (Serves 4-5) | 16.1 g | 29.6 g |
| Short Rib Pappardelle | 11.8 g | 28.1 g |
| Lobster Ravioli | 27.2 g | 26.6 g |
| Surf and Turf | 0.1 g | 19 g |
| Spicy Salmon Tartare | 61.9 g | 18.7 g |
| Brick Chicken | 111.8 g | 17.2 g |
| Roasted Mushrooms & Spring Onion | 8.9 g | 16.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests praise the fair pricing and consistent value, noting that the menu offers a reliable and accessible dining experience. Celebrated for its reasonable costs and dependable portions, reviewers highlight the approachable atmosphere as a practical
Menu
Raw Bar
- Naked Oysters (1/2 Dozen) - $19: Served with horseradish cocktail sauce and mignonette Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail (5) - $23: Horseradish cocktail sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Little Neck Clams (1/2 Dozen) - $15: Served with horseradish cocktail sauce and mignonette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Tartare - $18: Hass avocado, togarashi, radish, toast, ginger-soy Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Salmon Tartare - $18: Crispy sushi rice, avocado, sriracha aioli, nori Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Raw Bar Sampler - $39: 1/2 lobster, 2 shrimp, 2 oysters, 2 clams, tuna tartare, salmon tartare Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Raw-Food, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chilled 1 1/4 lb Lobster Cocktail - $32 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/2 lb Chilled Alaskan King Crab Legs - $32 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Pond (Serves 2-3) - $65: 5 oysters, 5 chilled shrimp, 5 little necks clams, 4oz spicy salmon tartare, poached 1/2 lobster, 4oz tuna tartare Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, South-Beach, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Tower (Serves 4-5) - $120: 10 oysters, 10 chilled shrimp, 1 1/4 lb poached lobster, 1lb chilled mussels, 10 little necks clams, 4oz spicy salmon tartare, 4oz tuna tartare Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- New England Clam Chowder - $18: Steamed little neck clams, bacon Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Short Rib Dumplings - $18: Home-made bbq, radish, peas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mussels Fra Diavolo - $17: Spicy tomato sauce, toasted garlic bread Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari - $18: Chipotle aioli, marinara Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pistachio Burrata - $18: Red & golden beets, cherry & sun dried tomato, pistachio, balsamic glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wings - $15: Buffalo, parmesan garlic, or BBQ, ranch Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Artichoke & Spinach Dip - $13: Crispy tortilla, parmesan cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Caesar Salad - $15: Parmegiano reggiano, lemon, herbs crouton Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Greens Salad - $15: Cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, mixed greens, white balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrata Cheese Salad - $18: Heirloom tomatoes, asparagus, prosciutto, basil, balsamic glaze Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beet Salad - $17: Red & golden beets, arugula, feta cheese, blood orange-shallot dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Shrimp & Grits - $36: Cheddar grits, shrimp, bacon, sweet chili Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Salmon - $28: Grilled artichoke, spinach, mushrooms, citrus butter Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Everything Crusted Tuna - $38: Sushi rice, ginger slaw, wasabi aioli Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brick Chicken - $31: Broccoli, garlic mashed potatoes, lemon chicken jus Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Filet Mignon (8oz) - $49: Seasonal vegetables and garlic whipped potatoes Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner
- Ribeye (20 oz) - $56: Seasonal vegetables and garlic whipped potatoes Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner
- Surf and Turf - $69: 6oz baked lobster tail, 8oz filet mignon, bearnaise Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner
- 40 Day Dry Aged Delmonico (14oz) - $65: Choice of two side dishes Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner
- House Burger - $17: Lettuce, tomato, garlic aioli, cheddar, fries Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Lamb Rigatoni - $29: Lamb ragout, creamy bolognese, parmesan, peas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Ravioli - $31: Spinach, asparagus, shallots, mascarpone Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Short Rib Pappardelle - $35: Slow cooked beef short ribs, tomato, shallots, mushrooms, short rib creamy au jus Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguini & Clams - $32: Little neck clams, garlic wine sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Garlic Spinach - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Mushrooms & Spring Onion - $10 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Whipped Potatoes - $9: Basil oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Truffle Asiago Fries - $9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Potato Croquets - $10: Aji amarilla mayo Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Vanilla Bean Creme Brulee - $10: Fresh raspberries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Molten Chocolate Cake - $11: Dark chocolate truffle, vanilla ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- 3-Layer Carrot Cake - $11: Shredded fresh carrots, pineapple, cream cheese icing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Pumpkin Cheesecake - $11: Graham crust, candied pecans, fresh whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Regular or Decaf Coffee - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Espresso - $4
- Cappuccino - $6
- Hot Assorted Tea - $3 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Millpond Gatherings
- What is the highest-protein dish at Millpond Gatherings?
- Chicken Wings, at roughly 57.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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