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Breakfast Meals
Breakfast served all day!
Bandito Burrito
Start your day with a little Southwestern flavor. Our hearty chorizo breakfast burrito is loaded with mild chorizo sausage, sautéed peppers and onions, creamy salsa, sour cream, crumbled cornbread, egg and cheese, then wrapped in a red pepper tortilla and grilled until warm and crispy.$14.95$14.95Start your day with a little Southwestern flavor. Our hearty chorizo breakfast burrito is loaded with mild chorizo sausage, sautéed peppers and onions, creamy salsa, sour cream, crumbled cornbread, egg and cheese, then wrapped in a red pepper tortilla and grilled until warm and crispy.
Belgian Waffle
Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside and ready to make your own. Our thick Belgian waffle is served with warm maple syrup for a classic breakfast, or you can dress it up with your choice of available toppings.$9.95$9.95Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside and ready to make your own. Our thick Belgian waffle is served with warm maple syrup for a classic breakfast, or you can dress it up with your choice of available toppings.
Breakfast Sandwich
A Taste favorite, built exactly the way you like it. Choose your egg, breakfast meat and cheese, then select a buttery croissant, gluten-free roll or a plain, wheat or everything bagel.$10.95$10.95A Taste favorite, built exactly the way you like it. Choose your egg, breakfast meat and cheese, then select a buttery croissant, gluten-free roll or a plain, wheat or everything bagel.
French Toast - Cinnamon
This isn't ordinary French toast. We start with thick-cut cinnamon bread, griddle it until golden and serve it with warm maple syrup. Rich, comforting and cinnamon-filled from the first bite to the last.$9.95$9.95This isn't ordinary French toast. We start with thick-cut cinnamon bread, griddle it until golden and serve it with warm maple syrup. Rich, comforting and cinnamon-filled from the first bite to the last.
French Toast - Tiramisu
Our decadent breakfast interpretation of the classic Italian dessert. Thick-cut cinnamon French toast is topped with rich mascarpone espresso cream and drizzled with an indulgent tiramisu syrup.$10.95$10.95Our decadent breakfast interpretation of the classic Italian dessert. Thick-cut cinnamon French toast is topped with rich mascarpone espresso cream and drizzled with an indulgent tiramisu syrup.
Home Fry Bowl
Everything you want in a savory breakfast, piled into one generous bowl. Seasoned home fries are layered with goat cheese, sautéed peppers and onions, lightly seasoned smashed avocado and an egg. Enjoy it as is or add chorizo or breakfast sausage for an extra savory kick.$13.95$13.95Everything you want in a savory breakfast, piled into one generous bowl. Seasoned home fries are layered with goat cheese, sautéed peppers and onions, lightly seasoned smashed avocado and an egg. Enjoy it as is or add chorizo or breakfast sausage for an extra savory kick.
Sunrise Benedict
Our bold, bistro-style take on a breakfast sandwich. A toasted everything bagel is layered with spinach, tomato, scrambled egg, red onion and melted pepper-jack cheese, then finished with hollandaise sauce. Add ham, bacon or sausage to make it even heartier.$12.95$12.95Our bold, bistro-style take on a breakfast sandwich. A toasted everything bagel is layered with spinach, tomato, scrambled egg, red onion and melted pepper-jack cheese, then finished with hollandaise sauce. Add ham, bacon or sausage to make it even heartier.
West Coast Toast
Our fresh and satisfying take on classic avocado toast. Rustic country bread is topped with creamy avocado spread, fresh-sliced tomato, a fried egg and everything bagel seasoning for a savory finish.$9.95$9.95Our fresh and satisfying take on classic avocado toast. Rustic country bread is topped with creamy avocado spread, fresh-sliced tomato, a fried egg and everything bagel seasoning for a savory finish.
Today's Soup
Our soup selection changes daily, with one or two rotating varieties available while supplies last. Check today's choices and find the perfect addition to your meal. All soups served with our famous cornbread muffins.
Broccoli Cheddar
Delicately puréed broccoli and sautéed onions in a rich blend of extra sharp cheddar cheese and light cream with a touch of white pepper.Delicately puréed broccoli and sautéed onions in a rich blend of extra sharp cheddar cheese and light cream with a touch of white pepper.Cup $4.95Bowl $6.95
Butternut Squash (V)
Rich and creamy, the soup features a savory blend of spices such as ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg that perfectly complement the squash and cream flavors.Rich and creamy, the soup features a savory blend of spices such as ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg that perfectly complement the squash and cream flavors.Cup $4.95Bowl $6.95
Chicken & Dumpling
Slow-simmered chicken, sautéed onions, celery and carrots in a roux-thickened chicken stock with hearty dumplings, a dash of nutmeg and chopped parsley.Slow-simmered chicken, sautéed onions, celery and carrots in a roux-thickened chicken stock with hearty dumplings, a dash of nutmeg and chopped parsley.Cup $4.95Bowl $6.95
Chicken Noodle
Tender, slow-simmered chicken, sweet carrots, crisp celery, diced onions, and al dente Mafalda noodles in handcrafted chicken stock with a pinch of sea salt.Tender, slow-simmered chicken, sweet carrots, crisp celery, diced onions, and al dente Mafalda noodles in handcrafted chicken stock with a pinch of sea salt.Cup $4.95Bowl $6.95
Garden Vegetable (GF, Vegan)
Medley of sautéed garden vegetables in a vibrant foundation of slow-simmered tomatoes with extra virgin olive oil, chopped scallions and a pinch of sea salt.Medley of sautéed garden vegetables in a vibrant foundation of slow-simmered tomatoes with extra virgin olive oil, chopped scallions and a pinch of sea salt.Cup $4.95Bowl $6.95
Italian Wedding
Perfectly seasoned meatballs and miniature acini di pepe pasta in a handcrafted chicken stock with spinach, onions, olive oil and sautéed garlic.Perfectly seasoned meatballs and miniature acini di pepe pasta in a handcrafted chicken stock with spinach, onions, olive oil and sautéed garlic.Cup $4.95Bowl $6.95
Loaded Baked Potato With Bacon
Tender potatoes, uncured bacon, and cheddar cheese in a roux-thickened blend of beef and chicken stocks with sautéed garlic and chopped scallions.Tender potatoes, uncured bacon, and cheddar cheese in a roux-thickened blend of beef and chicken stocks with sautéed garlic and chopped scallions.Cup $4.95Bowl $6.95
Lobster Bisque
A rich and velvety classic crafted with sweet lobster, cream, butter, and a touch of sherry for deep, savory flavor. Smooth, indulgent, and comforting, it's the perfect bowl to pair with a sandwich, salad, or enjoy on its own.A rich and velvety classic crafted with sweet lobster, cream, butter, and a touch of sherry for deep, savory flavor. Smooth, indulgent, and comforting, it's the perfect bowl to pair with a sandwich, salad, or enjoy on its own.Cup $4.95Bowl $6.95
Minestrone (V)
Al dente ditalini pasta and hearty white beans in handcrafted vegetable stock with garden vegetables, olive oil, and a hint of sea salt.Al dente ditalini pasta and hearty white beans in handcrafted vegetable stock with garden vegetables, olive oil, and a hint of sea salt.Cup $4.95Bowl $6.95
New England Clam Chowder
Our New England Clam Chowder has tender sea clams in a rich, roux-thickened fish stock with tempered light cream, diced potatoes, rendered salt pork, and sautéed onions.Our New England Clam Chowder has tender sea clams in a rich, roux-thickened fish stock with tempered light cream, diced potatoes, rendered salt pork, and sautéed onions.Cup $4.95Bowl $6.95
Poblano White Cheddar (GF; V)
Fire-roasted poblanos, green chilies and tangy tomatillos complement the rich blend of sharp white Cheddar and sweet cream, finished with a refreshing squeeze of lime.Fire-roasted poblanos, green chilies and tangy tomatillos complement the rich blend of sharp white Cheddar and sweet cream, finished with a refreshing squeeze of lime.Cup $4.95Bowl $6.95
Shrimp & Roasted Corn Bisque
A delightful creamy combination of sweet roasted corn, tender shrimp, zesty red peppers and potatoes, finished with a touch of spice.A delightful creamy combination of sweet roasted corn, tender shrimp, zesty red peppers and potatoes, finished with a touch of spice.Cup $4.95Bowl $6.95
Three Bean Chili (GF) (Vegan)
Red kidney beans, pinto beans, black beans, sweet corn, bell peppers, and green chilies in slowly simmered tomatoes with Southwestern spices.Red kidney beans, pinto beans, black beans, sweet corn, bell peppers, and green chilies in slowly simmered tomatoes with Southwestern spices.Cup $4.95Bowl $6.95
White Chicken Chili (GF)
Slow-simmered chicken and white beans in a roux-thickened chicken stock with tangy sour cream, green bell peppers, chopped cilantro and southwestern spices.Slow-simmered chicken and white beans in a roux-thickened chicken stock with tangy sour cream, green bell peppers, chopped cilantro and southwestern spices.Cup $4.95Bowl $6.95
Salads
Cobb Salad
A crisp, colorful take on the classic Cobb salad. Romaine lettuce is topped with hard-boiled egg, tomato, red onion and blue cheese crumbles. Add tender chicken breast and bacon to transform it into an especially hearty and satisfying meal.$11.95$11.95A crisp, colorful take on the classic Cobb salad. Romaine lettuce is topped with hard-boiled egg, tomato, red onion and blue cheese crumbles. Add tender chicken breast and bacon to transform it into an especially hearty and satisfying meal.
Featured
Croyroft Salad
Named after a mixed up relative of a famous East Aurora Artisan. Crisp apples, dried cranberries, candied walnuts and tangy blue cheese crumbles are layered over fresh mixed greens and finished with balsamic vinaigrette—a delicious balance of sweet, savory and crunchy autumn flavors.$14.95$14.95Named after a mixed up relative of a famous East Aurora Artisan. Crisp apples, dried cranberries, candied walnuts and tangy blue cheese crumbles are layered over fresh mixed greens and finished with balsamic vinaigrette—a delicious balance of sweet, savory and crunchy autumn flavors.
Hubbard in the Cupboard
A local favorite honoring Elbert Hubbard, the writer and philosopher who founded East Aurora's Roycroft artisan community. Our famous house-made chunky chicken salad with walnuts and cranberries, served over greens with Asiago cheese, balsamic vinaigrette and gourmet crackers.$14.95$14.95A local favorite honoring Elbert Hubbard, the writer and philosopher who founded East Aurora's Roycroft artisan community. Our famous house-made chunky chicken salad with walnuts and cranberries, served over greens with Asiago cheese, balsamic vinaigrette and gourmet crackers.
Julius Caesar
Taste's fresh take on the classic Caesar salad. Crisp romaine is topped with shaved Parmesan, crunchy croutons, freshly cracked pepper and a lemon slice, then served with Caesar dressing. Add tender chicken breast and bacon for an even heartier salad.$12.95$12.95Taste's fresh take on the classic Caesar salad. Crisp romaine is topped with shaved Parmesan, crunchy croutons, freshly cracked pepper and a lemon slice, then served with Caesar dressing. Add tender chicken breast and bacon for an even heartier salad.
Knox Rancher
A Southwestern-inspired salad with a nod to East Aurora's historic Knox Farm. Crisp romaine is topped with cherry tomatoes, black beans, corn, cheddar cheese and crunchy tortilla strips, then served with creamy ranch dressing.$14.95$14.95A Southwestern-inspired salad with a nod to East Aurora's historic Knox Farm. Crisp romaine is topped with cherry tomatoes, black beans, corn, cheddar cheese and crunchy tortilla strips, then served with creamy ranch dressing.
Side Salad
A fresh and flavorful complement to any meal. Tender spring mix is topped with Asiago cheese and served with your choice of dressing—the same signature side salad included with our meals.$3.95$3.95A fresh and flavorful complement to any meal. Tender spring mix is topped with Asiago cheese and served with your choice of dressing—the same signature side salad included with our meals.
Taste Classics
All entrees served with a side salad and our house balsamic dressing.
Bagel BLT
The classic BLT gets the Taste treatment. Thick-cut smoked bacon, crisp lettuce and fresh tomato are layered with creamy avocado spread and mayo on your choice of plain, wheat or everything bagel.$12.95$12.95The classic BLT gets the Taste treatment. Thick-cut smoked bacon, crisp lettuce and fresh tomato are layered with creamy avocado spread and mayo on your choice of plain, wheat or everything bagel.
Cali Dreamer
A colorful, Southwestern-inspired wrap packed with avocado, corn, black beans, peppers, onions and crisp romaine. Chipotle hummus and a drizzle of sriracha add a creamy, smoky kick, all wrapped in our red pepper tortilla.$14.45$14.45A colorful, Southwestern-inspired wrap packed with avocado, corn, black beans, peppers, onions and crisp romaine. Chipotle hummus and a drizzle of sriracha add a creamy, smoky kick, all wrapped in our red pepper tortilla.
Chicken Pesto Panini
A warm, satisfying Italian-inspired panini filled with grilled chicken, house-made basil pesto mayo, fresh tomato and melted provolone, then grilled on our fresh focaccia bread.$16.45$16.45A warm, satisfying Italian-inspired panini filled with grilled chicken, house-made basil pesto mayo, fresh tomato and melted provolone, then grilled on our fresh focaccia bread.
Main Street Caesar
A Taste classic named for our home on Main Street in East Aurora. Flavorful chicken Caesar salad is tucked into a warm spinach wrap and served alongside dressed, crisp greens—a playful local twist on the classic chicken Caesar wrap.$14.95$14.95A Taste classic named for our home on Main Street in East Aurora. Flavorful chicken Caesar salad is tucked into a warm spinach wrap and served alongside dressed, crisp greens—a playful local twist on the classic chicken Caesar wrap.
Millard Fill-Me-More
Named for our 13th president, who once called both East Aurora and Buffalo home. Our famous chunky chicken salad with walnuts and cranberries, paired with greens and a pinch of red onion, all rolled into our Bistro Blanket.$14.95$14.95Named for our 13th president, who once called both East Aurora and Buffalo home. Our famous chunky chicken salad with walnuts and cranberries, paired with greens and a pinch of red onion, all rolled into our Bistro Blanket.
The MOOG
A local favorite honoring Moog, the aerospace company headquartered here in East Aurora. This out-of-this-world roast beef sandwich layers tender roast beef, melted provolone and thinly sliced red onion with tangy horseradish mayo on a fresh European roll.$18.95$18.95A local favorite honoring Moog, the aerospace company headquartered here in East Aurora. This out-of-this-world roast beef sandwich layers tender roast beef, melted provolone and thinly sliced red onion with tangy horseradish mayo on a fresh European roll.
Twisted Turkey
Not your ordinary turkey sandwich. Tender sliced turkey is piled onto a soft pretzel roll with crispy bacon, smoked Gouda, romaine and fresh tomato, then finished with smoky chipotle mayo for a bold and satisfying twist.$16.95$16.95Not your ordinary turkey sandwich. Tender sliced turkey is piled onto a soft pretzel roll with crispy bacon, smoked Gouda, romaine and fresh tomato, then finished with smoky chipotle mayo for a bold and satisfying twist.
Artisan Grilled Cheese
Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese
A Western New York favorite with a Taste twist. Tender sliced chicken breast layered with cheddar and bleu cheeses, then finished with just the right amount of Frank's RedHot on buttery grilled ciabatta. Bold, cheesy and unmistakably Buffalo. Served with a side salad or chips.$16.95$16.95A Western New York favorite with a Taste twist. Tender sliced chicken breast layered with cheddar and bleu cheeses, then finished with just the right amount of Frank's RedHot on buttery grilled ciabatta. Bold, cheesy and unmistakably Buffalo. Served with a side salad or chips.
Classic Grilled Cheese
Comfort food elevated. White American and creamy muenster cheeses melted between buttery grilled ciabatta for a perfectly crisp exterior and irresistibly gooey center. Simple never tasted so good. Served with a side salad.$11.95$11.95Comfort food elevated. White American and creamy muenster cheeses melted between buttery grilled ciabatta for a perfectly crisp exterior and irresistibly gooey center. Simple never tasted so good. Served with a side salad.
Gardeners Grilled Cheese
A longtime Taste customer favorite. Fresh pesto, melted American & pepper jack cheese, & vine-ripened tomatoes grilled on buttery ciabatta. Bright, fresh and packed with flavor. Served with a side salad.$13.45$13.45A longtime Taste customer favorite. Fresh pesto, melted American & pepper jack cheese, & vine-ripened tomatoes grilled on buttery ciabatta. Bright, fresh and packed with flavor. Served with a side salad.
Smokey Mountain Grilled Cheese
One of our heartiest grilled cheeses. Applewood smoked ham, crispy bacon, melted gouda and muenster cheeses, and sweet BBQ sauce grilled on buttery ciabatta. Smoky, savory and incredibly satisfying. Served with a side salad.$15.95$15.95One of our heartiest grilled cheeses. Applewood smoked ham, crispy bacon, melted gouda and muenster cheeses, and sweet BBQ sauce grilled on buttery ciabatta. Smoky, savory and incredibly satisfying. Served with a side salad.
Smashburgers
Classic Smash
A classic with the unmistakable Taste touch. Two fresh smashed patties layered with white American and cheddar cheeses, finished with our signature creamy Smash sauce on a toasted brioche bun. Simple, juicy and packed with flavor. Served with a side salad and sweet & spicy pickles.$15.95$15.95A classic with the unmistakable Taste touch. Two fresh smashed patties layered with white American and cheddar cheeses, finished with our signature creamy Smash sauce on a toasted brioche bun. Simple, juicy and packed with flavor. Served with a side salad and sweet & spicy pickles.
Cowboy Smash
Our best-selling specialty smashburger. Two fresh smashed patties topped with melted cheddar, thick-cut applewood smoked bacon, crispy onion straws and our signature Alabama White BBQ sauce on a toasted pretzel roll. Smoky, savory and a true Taste favorite.$19.95$19.95Our best-selling specialty smashburger. Two fresh smashed patties topped with melted cheddar, thick-cut applewood smoked bacon, crispy onion straws and our signature Alabama White BBQ sauce on a toasted pretzel roll. Smoky, savory and a true Taste favorite.
Mushroom Swiss Smash
A timeless burger classic featuring melted Swiss cheese, savory sautéed mushrooms seasoned with our signature burger seasoning, creamy mayo and a toasted brioche bun.$17.95$17.95A timeless burger classic featuring melted Swiss cheese, savory sautéed mushrooms seasoned with our signature burger seasoning, creamy mayo and a toasted brioche bun.
Sweet Heat Smash
Two fresh smashed beef patties, White American cheese, crispy onion straws, sweet & spicy pickles, and our house-made Sweet Heat Sauce on a toasted brioche bun. Don't overthink it. Trust us! Served with a side salad and sweet & spicy pickles.$18.95$18.95Two fresh smashed beef patties, White American cheese, crispy onion straws, sweet & spicy pickles, and our house-made Sweet Heat Sauce on a toasted brioche bun. Don't overthink it. Trust us! Served with a side salad and sweet & spicy pickles.
The "1891" Smash
Legend has it that in 1891, German chef Otto Kuase created one of the world's first hamburgers by topping it with a fried egg. Our tribute features two fresh smashed patties, pepper jack cheese, applewood smoked bacon, a fried egg and our signature Smash sauce on a toasted brioche bun. Served with a side salad or chips and our sweet & spicy pickles.$18.95$18.95Legend has it that in 1891, German chef Otto Kuase created one of the world's first hamburgers by topping it with a fried egg. Our tribute features two fresh smashed patties, pepper jack cheese, applewood smoked bacon, a fried egg and our signature Smash sauce on a toasted brioche bun. Served with a side salad or chips and our sweet & spicy pickles.
Kids Menu
A simple and tasty menu for the little one in your group. This menu is available to those under age 12. Served with chips or upgrade to a side salad and choice of dressing.
