The Waterwheel Restaurant at The Inn at Gristmill Square
Welcome to the Waterwheel Restaurant at The Inn at Gristmill Square. We have had the good fortune of being the proprietors of the inn and restaurant since 2011. Together we have worked hard to create a world-class lodging and dining experience for our guests. Whether you are here for dinner, or staying in one of our cozy guest rooms, we hope that you have a memorable experience. If there is anything we can do to enhance your visit to our inn, restaurant, or Bath County please let us know. -John and Kate Loeffler Our Belief… We are committed to bringing our guests the finest and freshest ingredients. We believe in building relationships that help support local farmers. If we can’t get it locally, we make sure to purchase products that uphold sustainable and responsible farming/gardening practices. Chef Chris and his ubertalented team create everything from scratch and as such make frequent menu changes as our availability varies from week to week, and season to season. From all of us at the Gristmill, this is our life’s work, and our greatest accomplishment, and for that we are very proud and hope you enjoy your experience. The Fine Print… For parties of 6+ a 20% gratuity will be added to the bill; separate checks not available for tables over 6 guests.
Starters Roasted Beets gf, v
7
Greek Yogurt, Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette, Thai Basil, Chive Oil
Potato Leek Soup v, gf
8
Bells Valley Chicken Crepinette
12
House Sausage, Garden Herbs, Garlic, Local Chard and White Balsamic Coleslaw, Spicy Tomato Jam
8
Caramelized Onions, White Wine and Beef Broth, Melted Gruyere Cheese
Grilled Flatbread v
12
House Cherry Mustard, Pickled Red Onion, Cornichons, Crostini
Garlic, Chives, Crème Fraiche
Gristmill Onion Soup Au Gratin
Old Paths Farm Pork Pate
10
Caromont Farms Goat Cheese, Brussels Sprouts, Pickled Apples, Bacon
Salads...
Artisanal Cheese Plate v
14
Assorted Virginia Artisanal Cheeses, Honey, Crostini, Fruit, Spreads
Bang Island Mussels gf
16
White Wine, Lemon, Roasted Garlic, Red Pepper Flakes, Garden Herbs
...and Sides
Caesar Salad gf
8
Romaine Leaves, Gristmill Caesar Dressing, Red Onion, Pecorino Romano, Balsamic Reduction
Coraline Lettuce Salad gf
9
Poached Pears, Roquefort Cheese, Walnuts, Honey Vinaigrette
Roasted Brussels Sprouts Roasted Fingerling Potatoes Goat Cheese Grits Sauteed Rapini Citrus and Saffron Risotto Sauteed Wild Mushrooms Pasta Bolognese
5 6 6 6 6 7 9
Entrees Butternut Squash Agnolotti v
24
House Made Pasta, Lollipop Kale, Walnut and Pumpkin Seed Gremolata, Pickled Pear, Fennel Pollen
Pasta Bolognese
24
Local Beef, Lamb and Pork, House Made Pappardelle, Parmesan, Red Wine, Fresh Garden Herbs
Highland County Mountain Trout
27
Sunchokes, Parsnips, Brown Butter Hollandaise
Bells Valley Chicken gf Barley, Oyster Mushrooms, Dijon Pan Sauce
Joyce Farms Duck Breast gf
30
Wade’s Mill Goat Cheese Grits, Rapini, Blackberry Ginger Reduction
Faroe Island Salmon gf
32
Citrus and Saffron Risotto, Local Watercress, Red Sorrel, Smoked Trout Roe, Beurre Blanc
Maine Day Boat Scallops gf
34
Bells Valley Pork Belly, Kohlrabi Puree, Grapefruit Gastrique, Fried Sage, Pickled Radish, Fennell Pollen
27
8oz Prime Angus Filet gf
45
Local Fingerling Potatoes, Royal Trumpet Mushrooms, Roasted Cipollini Onions, Red Wine Porcini Butter, WV Ramp Sea Salt
Our Farmer/Grower Partners…
Gristmill Garden, Warm Springs, VA (we grow a variety of fun things in our “Jardin de Tennis”. From the flowers on your table to the herbs in your cocktail… these items are grown right across the street.)
Tomahawk Ranch, Warm Springs, VA Caromont Farm, Esmont, VA Bread Craft Bakery, Roanoke, VA Bells Valley/Aeyles Farm, Goshen, VA
VA Trout Company, Monterey, VA Wade’s Mill, Raphine, VA Old Paths Farm, Millboro, VA JQ Dickenson Salt Works, Malden, WV