Breakfast Menu "Pond House Cafe" West Hartford

Name: Pond House Cafe
Address: 1555 Asylum Ave, Connecticut, ct, 06117, US
Telephone: (860) 231-8823
Price range: $$
Rating: 4

Refined eatery in Elizabeth Park dishing out imaginative New American meals including brunch.

Pond House Cafe, 1555 Asylum Ave, West Hartford, CT 06117

(860) 231-8823

Breakfast Quesadilla

Flour tortilla filled with cheddar and pepper jack cheese, diced tomatoes, caramelized onions and scrambled eggs. Served with pico and sour cream.

$9.46
Eggs Benedict

2 poached eggs on an English muffin with Canadian bacon then topped with hollandaise sauce and a crispy potato pancake.

$10.49
Pond House Benedict

2 poached eggs served over a crab cake and cornbread then topped with hollandaise sauce and a crispy potato pancake.

$15.00
Eggs Florentine

2 poached eggs on an English muffin with spinach, roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts then topped with hollandaise sauce. Served alongside a crispy potato pancake.

$10.88
Apple and Brie Omelette

3 egg omelette with Granny Smith apples, spinach and Brie cheese. Served with roasted potatoes.

$10.48
BLT Omelette

3 egg omelette with applewood smoked bacon, spinach, tomato and pepper jack cheese then topped with fresh guacamole and a side of roasted potatoes.

$11.23
Turkey, Bacon and Swiss Omelette

3 egg omelette with oven roasted turkey, chopped bacon and Swiss cheese topped with a cranberry hollandaise. Served with a side of roasted potatoes.

$10.48
Katz's Deli Omelette

3 egg omelette with Swiss cheese, house-made corned beef, sauerkraut topped with Russian dressing and hollandaise. Served with a side of roasted potatoes.

$10.79
Green Goddess Omelette

3 egg omelette stuffed with spinach, kale, Brussels sprouts, onions, garlic and Parmesan cheese. Served with roasted potatoes.

$11.23
Pond House Scramble

3 eggs scrambled with peppers, tomatoes, onions, spinach, mushrooms and cheese. Served with roasted potatoes.

$9.24
My Way

2 farm fresh eggs (done your way) with applewood smoked bacon and roasted potatoes.

$8.80
Tuscan Breakfast

Grilled house-made focaccia bread topped with scrambled eggs, goat cheese, chives and truffle oil. Finished with thinly sliced prosciutto and an arugula salad and fresh shaved Parmesan cheese.

$12.95

Bacon

$2.95
Cornbread

$0.60
English Muffin

$0.60
Guacamole

$1.50
Egg Whites

$1.00

Pepper and Onion Quesadilla Lunch

Roasted red peppers, caramelized onions, mixed cheese, pico de gallo, sour cream.

$10.62
Nachos in the Park Lunch

House fried blue corn tortilla chips, pepper jack and cheddar cheese, vegetarian chili, sour cream, pico.

$10.44
Fully Loaded Flatbread Lunch

Crispy flatbread topped with sour cream and chive mash, caramelized onions, bacon, arugula and a blend of Parmesan and fontina cheese.

$11.72
Pond House Crab Cake Lunch

Jumbo lump crabmeat, served over dried fruit and barley salad with carrots, chick peas and parsley.

$14.81
Run Louis Run Nachos Lunch

House fried tortilla chips, BBQ pork, 4 cheese mix, tomatoes, onions, drizzled with BBQ sauce and topped with guacamole, pico de gallo and sour cream.

$13.75

Pond House Breakfast Sandwich

2 fried eggs on a toasted croissant with bacon, cheddar cheese, tomatoes, spinach and a sriracha aioli. Served with roasted potatoes.

$8.22
Eggs Rancheros

Refried beans, scrambled eggs, cheddar and pepper jack cheeses, tomatoes, red onions, pico and sour cream served in a crispy tortilla shell.

$9.11
Caesar Salad

Baby kale, Brussels sprouts, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, croutons, house-made Caesar dressing.

$9.59
California Grilled Cheese

Applewood smoked bacon, avocado, Havarti cheese, chili lime aioli, arugula, country bread.

$11.69
House-Made Personal Fritatta

Made with eggs, cream and specialty toppings.

$10.41
Pancakes

Plain.

$9.73

Pan Seared Salmon Lunch

Pan seared salmon topped with a horseradish creme fraiche, lentils with bacon, turnipand carrot mousse and fried leek greens.

$20.03
BBQ Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese Lunch

Orecchiette pasta in a creamy cheese sauce with BBQ pulled pork and seasoned breadcrumbs.

$13.18
Indian Rice Lunch

Basmati rice tossed with sweet curry, assorted dried fruit, cashews, pistachios, carrots, cilantro and peas topped with cilantro aioli.

$14.60
Winter Rainbow Bowl Lunch

Braised chickpeas, carrots, onions, tomato on top red and white quinoa and finished with a cilantro cream.

$12.49
Steak Frites Lunch

5 oz. skirt steak served with hand cut fries and papas bravas sauce.

$17.01
Mom's Meatloaf Lunch

Grilled meatloaf served with Jack Daniel's sweet potato mash, classic demi, sauteed Swiss chard and fried onions.

$12.12
Cider Chicken Lunch

Apple cider braised chicken topped with a cider cream sauce, roasted cauliflower and baby carrots.

$17.72

Crab and Cress Salad Lunch

Fresh lump crabmeat and watercress tossed with pumpkin seeds, golden raisins, fresh radish, candied fennel and a coriander citrus vinaigrette.

$16.79
Beet Salad Lunch

Roasted beets with spinach, romaine Granny Smith apples, Gorgonzola cheese with a raspberry vinaigrette.

$10.06
Small House Salad Lunch

Romaine and arugula tossed with dried cranberries, toasted pecans, Gorgonzola cheese, carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes and red onion in a white balsamic vinaigrette.

$7.48
Large House Salad Lunch

Romaine and arugula tossed with dried cranberries, toasted pecans, Gorgonzola cheese, carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes and red onion in a white balsamic vinaigrette.

$10.48
Kale Caesar Salad Lunch

Baby kale, Brussels sprouts, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, croutons, house-made Caesar dressing.

$9.59
Pear and Goat Cheese Crostada Salad Lunch

Crispy puff pastry topped with sliced poached pears and an arugula salad, slivered almonds, pomegranate seeds and a goat cheese panna cotta tossed in a honey and cider vinaigrette.

$7.47

Chicken Liver Mousse Crostini

Chicken livers, apples, cognac and butter. On a house-made crostini garnished with pickled red onions.

$3.10
Cajun Shrimp Deviled Egg

House-made deviled egg with a Cajun shrimp salad.

$3.10
Philly Spring Roll

Braised short rib, red onion, red bell peppers, pepper jack cheese fried in a wonton skin and served with spicy ketchup.

$3.10
Potato Cakes and House Cured Salmon

Potato pancake topped with house cured salmon, dill creme fraiche and a cucumber caper red onion and mint salsa.

$3.10
Nachos in the Park

House fried blue corn tortilla chips, pepper jack and cheddar cheese, vegetarian chili, sour cream, pico.

$10.44
Fully Loaded Flatbread

Crispy flatbread topped with sour cream and chive mash, caramelized onions, bacon, arugula and a blend of Parmesan and fontina cheese.

$13.88
Mini Crab Cakes

4 mini crab cakes with Asian slaw and sweet chili aioli.

$8.43
Crispy Brussels Sprouts

Brussels sprouts sauteed with pecans, goat cheese, pickled cranberries and honey.

$8.93
Run Louis Run Nachos

House fried tortilla chips, BBQ pork, 4 cheese mix, tomatoes, onions, drizzled with BBQ sauce and topped with guacamole, pico de gallo and sour cream.

$13.75

Crab and Cress Salad

Fresh lump crabmeat and watercress tossed with pumpkin seeds, golden raisins, fresh radish, candied fennel and a coriander citrus vinaigrette.

$9.04
Stacked Beet Salad

Diced beets with spinach, apples, Gorgonzola cheese, pickled red onions and horseradish beet oil.

$9.81
Small House Salad

Romaine and arugula tossed with dried cranberries, toasted pecans, Gorgonzola cheese, carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes and red onion in a white balsamic vinaigrette.

$5.48
Large House Salad

Romaine and arugula tossed with dried cranberries, toasted pecans, Gorgonzola cheese, carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes and red onion in a white balsamic vinaigrette.

$7.48
Kale Caesar Salad

Baby kale, Brussels sprouts, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, croutons, house-made Caesar dressing.

$6.87
Pear and Goat Cheese Crostada Salad

Crispy puff pastry topped with sliced poached pears and an arugula salad, slivered almonds, pomegranate seeds and a goat cheese panna cotta tossed in a honey and cider vinaigrette.

$7.47

Pond House Burger Lunch

8 oz. grilled burger topped with lettuce, balsamic onion marmalade, on a pretzel bun, served with hand cut fries and truffle aioli.

$12.98
Veggie Burger Lunch

Beets, barley, feta cheese, pureed black beans and fresh herbs topped with sliced cucumbers, spinach and a horseradish grain mustard aioli served on a pretzel bun with hand cut fries.

$14.21
Pond House Turkey Sandwich Lunch

Roasted turkey, cherry mayo (tarragon, Granny Smith apples and celery), sliced apples and smoked Gruyere on raisin walnut bread.

$10.48
Hot Pastrami Sandwich Lunch

Pastrami on seeded rye with house-made slaw, grain mustard sauce and Swiss cheese.

$10.48
Southwest Chicken Wrap Lunch

Shredded chicken, pepper jack cheese, black bean and corn salsa and sour cream in a wrap. Served with chips and pico.

$12.41
Grilled Tempeh Parm Sandwich Lunch

Grilled tempeh topped with roasted peppers, marinara sauce, mozzarella and provolone cheese served on a pretzel bun with spinach. Served with a side salad.

$10.26
California Grilled Cheese Sandwich Lunch

Applewood smoked bacon, Havarti cheese, chili lime aioli and arugula on country white bread.

$11.69
Tuna Croissant Melt Sandwich Lunch

Tuna salad on a croissant with sharp cheddar cheese and spinach with a small house salad.

$10.22

Pond House Burger

8 oz. grilled burger topped with lettuce, balsamic onion marmalade, on a pretzel bun, served with hand cut fries and truffle aioli.

$12.98
Veggie Burger

Beets, barley, feta cheese, pureed black beans and fresh herbs topped with sliced cucumbers, spinach and a horseradish grain mustard aioli served on a pretzel bun with hand cut fries.

$14.21
Pan Seared Salmon

Pan seared salmon topped with a horseradish creme fraiche, lentils with bacon, turnip and carrot mousse and fried leek greens.

$24.03
BBQ Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese

Orecchiette pasta in a creamy cheese sauce with BBQ pulled pork and seasoned breadcrumbs.

$19.12
Spicy Thai Green Coconut Seafood Curry

Mussels, clams and duck confit simmered in a spicy ginger, garlic, shallots, coconut milk Thai green curry broth.

$25.62
Osso Bucco

Pistachio and herb encrusted pork osso buco, creamy cheese polenta, sauteed greens and citrus demi glaze.

$27.87
Indian Rice

Basmati rice tossed with sweet curry, assorted dried fruit, cashews, pistachios, carrots, cilantro and peas topped with cilantro aioli.

$15.60
Chimichurri Steak Frites

10 oz. skirt steak served with hand cut fries and papas bravas sauce.

$26.68
Braised Short Rib

Braised short rib served over garlic mash, surrounded by seasonal root vegetables, topped with cognac demi and root vegetable chips.

$24.36
Mom's Meatloaf

Grilled meatloaf served with Jack Daniel's sweet potato mash, classic demi, sauteed Swiss chard and fried onions.

$17.37
Cider Braised Chicken

Chicken braised in apple cider, garnished with roasted baby carrots and cauliflower and finished with a cider cream sauce.

$24.37
Duck Breast with Farro Risotto

Farro risotto, dried cherries, turnips, Brussels sprouts and fig balsamic syrup over a duck breast.

$26.97

Baked Apple

Baked Granny Smith apple stuffed with raisins and pine nuts, wrapped in puff pastry, served with caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream.

$8.18
Turtle Cheesecake

Traditional vanilla bean cheesecake with a chocolate and caramel drizzle and candied pecans.

$7.22
Fresh Berry Pavlova

Classic baked merengue, fresh raspberry sauce, blood orange curd and St. Germain soaked mixed berries.

$6.80
House-Made Ice Cream

$5.88
Dairy Free Ice Cream

$5.88
J. Fosters Sorbet

$5.88

Opening Hours

Thursday: 11:30 AM–6:30 PM

Friday: 11:30 AM–6:30 PM

Saturday: 11:30 AM–6:30 PM

Sunday: 9:30 AM–2:30 PM

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: 11:30 AM–6:30 PM

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Services

From the business

Identifies as women-owned

Service options

Outdoor seating, Takeout, Dine-in, Delivery

Highlights

Fast service, Fireplace, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great coffee, Great dessert, Great tea selection, Great wine list

Popular for

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Hard liquor, Healthy options, Organic dishes, Small plates, Vegetarian options, Wine

Dining options

Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Dessert, Seating

Amenities

Bar onsite, Restroom, Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

Casual, Cozy, Historic, Romantic, Trending, Trendy, Upscale

Crowd

Family-friendly, Groups, LGBTQ+ friendly

Planning

Lunch reservations recommended, Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations

Payments

Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments, Credit cards

Children

Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu

User Reviews

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Beautiful venue with excellent food & staff. Highly recommend to anyone hosting an event in the area. Presentation and service were spot on. The tenderloin & lamb were delicious. They helped make my daughter's Bridal Brunch a perfect day for her. Their experience tweeked the menu & guided us to a stress-free occasion.

Gorgeous setting for a special occasion or private party! Attended a 40 person bridal shower here. The food was delicious and the staff was very attentive.

I really love the place itself, is in the park, definitely good spot to enjoy a spring/sumer lunch/brunch, service is slow, so, be patient, you'll have time to talk with whoever you be there or time to relax and read a book. I rate as 3 on the food due the octopus was terrible!, terrible cooking, was chewy, combination on the dish make no sense as the decoration, may a research on how to make it will be nice, everything else is American food that has a good flavor overall, I do recommend this place 100%

Nice restaurant with lovely atmosphere. Outside is beautiful. Appointed with flowers and artwork and nature.

For $770 for 8 people for Mother's Day brunch and to get lukewarm food at best was overly disappointing. Who leaves prime rib, lamb, Turkey (I can understand ham) on a cutting board and not in a warmer (served cold). Went to get a vegetable empanada and it was the last one that looked old and dried out so I said something to the server and not one time did he offer to refresh the dish ( more like oh well). The kitchen menu forget about it my husband got chicken and waffle ( see picture) it was 1/2 of a 1/4 of a waffle and 1/2 of a chicken finger (chicken and waffle over cooked to completely dry) Beautiful venue however the Mother's Day brunch left a lot to be desired. First time going for Mother's Day brunch (or eating there at all for that matter) and most likely my last but hey other people like so try it out for yourselves.

Great atmosphere. Wonderful Sunday Brunch menu and table. Our group was five. The eggs Benedict were divine (both regular and with crab). The service was slow. Patience is well rewarded though. The desserts were superb. It is well worth a visit. There is a takeout option and a weekly family dinner takeaway.