The Library Wine Bar & Bistro Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing The Library Wine Bar & Bistro, a classy Mediterranean and American fusion wine bar in Wallingford, CT. This establishment offers a diverse menu with many vegetarian options and a wide array of amenities, including outdoor seating, private dining, and happy hour specials. Customers rave about the Sunday brunch buffet, complete with breakfast and lunch options, a dessert section, and an omelette station. The dinner menu features delicious vegan options and dishes like burgers, chicken parm, and cauliflower steak. The ambiance, with live music and historic charm, adds to the dining experience. Don't miss out on the extensive wine selection and cozy fireplace atmosphere. The Library Wine Bar & Bistro is the perfect spot for a romantic evening or a gathering with friends and family. With exceptional service and delightful dishes, this restaurant is a must-visit in New Haven County.
Dessert Menu
Coffee
Tea
Espresso
Cappuccino
Latte
Double Espresso
Hot Cocoa
B- Coffee
Bailey's, Kahlua, Grand Marnier, Coffee, Whipped Cream
Italian Coffee
Amaretto, Espresso, Steamed Milk, Whipped Cream
Portuguese Coffee
Adega Brandy, Coffee, Whipped Cream
Mint Cocoa
Godiva Chocolate Liqueur, Mint, Hot Cocoa, Whipped Cream
Hot Toddy
Orangerie Orange Infused Whiskey, Lemon, Cloves, Hot Water
Basil Hayden
Bulliet
Bulliet Rye
Jack Daniels
Maker's Mark
Litchfield Distillery
Batchers Bourbon
Woodford Double Oaked
Woodford Reserve High
West Silver
High West Double Rye
High West Bourye
Knob Creek
Crown Royal
Jameson
Dewar's
Johnnie Walker Black
Johnnie Walker
Red Johnnie Walker Blue
Laphroaig -Year
Macallan -Year
Glenlivet -Year
Glenfiddich -Year
Dalmore -Year
Adega
Felipe II Brandy
Courvoisier VS
Remy Martin VSOP
B&B
Drambuie
Bailey's
Bicerin
Campari
Disaronno
Grand Marnier
Chambord
Kahlua
Lazzaroni Amaro
Molanari Sambuca
Toschi Limoncello
Taylor Faldgate -Year-Old
Cockburns Fine Ruby
Sanderman Founders Reserve Porto Tinto
Osbourne Porto Blanco
Fonseca Tawny
Cockburns Special Reserve
Cockburn's -Year-Old Tawny
Sanderman's Ruby
Sanderman's Rainwater Maderia
Scrambled Eggs
Home Fries
Bacon
Sausage
Eggs Benedict
Challah French Toast
Fried Chicken
Saffron Rice
Aperol Spritz
prosecco | aperol | club soda
Spiked Double Brewed Iced Coffee
fresh, double brewed iced coffee | baileys | frangelico
Library Mimosa
chilled prosecco | oj
Bellini
Ask your server for daily purees
Bloody Mary
ketel one vodka | house-made bloody mary mix | horseradish | celery | cucumber
Bacon & Jalapeno Bloody Mary
jalapeno infused tequila | house-made bloody mary mix | sliced bacon | jalapeno garnish
Blush Sangria
house made with seasonal fruits
Double Brewed Iced Coffee
freshly made in-house
Virgin Mary
the library's special house-made bloody mary mix
Sunday Brunch
Happy Hour
The Catcher In The Rye
plum tomatoes | marinara | fresh mozzarella | parmesan cheese | fresh basil
To Kill A Mockingbird
buffalo chicken | cheddar cheese | mozzarella cheese | bleu cheese crema
Huckleberry Fig
dried fig | gorgonzola cheese | shaved prosciutto | baby arugula | balsamic reduction
Bruschetta
garlic crostini | roasted tomatoes | fresh mozz | balsamic reduction
Fried Calamari
cherry peppers | lemon garlic aioli | marinara
Bolinhos De Bacalhau
salt cod and potato fritters | lemon garlic aioli
Roasted Chourico
spiced rum | served flaming
Mac & Cheese
house cheese blend | herb bread crumbs
Orange Ginger Chicken
sriracha aioli | wasabi sesame seeds
Loaded Nachos
hosue made thin sliced russet potatoes chips | cheddar | bacon | jalapeno | olives | pico de gallo | sour cream
Steamed Mussels
chourico | tomato | basil | white wine | butter
Steak Crostini
mushroom gorgonzola cream sauce | balsamic reduction | toasted crostini
Charcuterie And Artisinal Cheese
prosciutto | spanish chorizo | soppressata | local and imported cheeses | accoutrements
Burrata
heirloom tomatoes | basil | balsamic reduction | olive oil | sea salt
Tuna Nachos
ahi tuna | wonton chips | sesame jalapenos | siracha aioli | sweet chili | seaweed salad
The Library
baby greens | grape tomatoes | cucumbers | carrots | shallots | grana padano | balsamic vinaigrette
Caesar
romaine | grana padano | garlic croutons | caesar dressing
Pear Salad
diced pears | candied pecans | crumbled goat cheese | baby arugula | muscatel vinaigrette
Grapes Of Wrath
mixed greens | grapes | dried cranberries | gorgonzola | candied walnuts | balsamic vinaigrette
Wedge Salad
baby iceberg | heirloom cherry tomatoes | cucumbers | bacon | crumbled gorgonzola | gorgonzola dressing
Steak Crostini
mushroom-gorgonzola cream sauce | fresh herbs | balsamic reduction | toasted crostini
Loaded Nachos
house made thin sliced russet potato chips | cheddar cheese | bacon | jalapenos | olives | tomatoes | pico de gallo | sour cream
Calamari Fritti
hot cherry peppers | lemon garlic aioli | marinara
Pulpo
grilled octopus | warm fingerling potato salad | olives | roasted peppers | piri piri sauce | saffron aioli
Steamed Mussels
prince edward island mussels | garlic | andouille sausage | plum tomato | white wine
Orange Ginger Chicken
siracha aioli | wasabi peas | sesame seeds | crispy rice noodles
Mac & Cheese
house cheese blend | bread crumbs
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
honey sherry | apples | goat cheese | almonds
Meatballs
pork, veal, and beef meatballs | herb ricotta
Eggplant
marinated eggplant | heirloom tomatoes | fresh mozzarella | pesto vinaigrette | balsamic reduction
Truffle Fries
hand cut | shaved pecorino | lemon garlic aioli
Cavatelli Bolognese
house made ricotta cavatelli | traditional bolognese sauce | basil | ricotta | grana padano
Zuppa Di Pesce
clams | mussels | calamari | shrimp | lobster | linguini | garlic | white wine | red sauce
Linguini And Clams
garlic | white wine | butter | parsley | lemon | linguini
Bucatini
sauteed eggplant | garlic | pomodoro sauce | touch of pesto | shaved ricotta salata
Lobster Pappardelle
sherry cream | fresh pappardelle | lobster | chives
Chicken Parmesan
pomodoro | mozzarella | parmesan | linguini | basil
Maple Glazed Chicken
twin oz. grilled chicken breasts | butternut squash puree | fingerling potatoes | roasted brussels sprouts | maple-dijon glaze
Duck Breast
pickled baby carrots | brussels sprouts | roasted delicata squash | sweet potato puree | amarena cherry sauce
Scallops
pan seared sea scallops | quinoa and apple salad | roasted butternut | sweet potato puree | candied bacon
Grilled Salmon
fregola sarda pomodoro | italian salsa verde | grilled eggplant | oven roasted tomatoes | arugula
Shrimp And Grits
asiago cheese grits | andouille sausage | corn | tomato jam | cajun butter sauce
Cauliflower Steak
jasmine rice | chickpea and pineapple curry | grilled eggplant | pineapple chutney
Braised Short Ribs
asiago cheese grits | roasted cauliflower | red wine jus | buttermilk fried onions
Filet Mignon
oz. | garlic mashed potatoes | asparagus | gorgonzola butter | red onion jam
New York Strip
oz. black angus strip | garlic mashed potatoes | bordelaise sauce | green beans | caramelized cippolini onions
Ribeye
oz. black angus | porcini mushroom crust | creamed spinach | roasted fingerling potatoes | black truffle butter
The Liburger
/ lb. angus blend burger | caramelized onions | smoked white cheddar | comeback sauce | lettuce | tomato | pickle | brioche bun | fries