Prelude Kitchen & Bar Menu (Update 2025)

Introducing Prelude Kitchen & Bar, a refined and upscale venue in Sacramento offering a modern farm-to-table dining experience. Located conveniently near Capitol Garage, this Asian-owned establishment boasts a diverse menu with standout dishes like the fried ravioli, garlic parmesan truffle fries, and Dungeness crab arrabbiata. The ambiance is posh, the staff attentive, and the service impeccable. Notable highlights include the crispy fried ravioli bursting with flavor, the savory duck fat seared scallops perfectly paired with butternut squash puree, and the delightful pumpkin cheesecake for a sweet finish. Happy hour specials and a full bar add to the charm of this intimate setting, making it a must-visit spot for an unforgettable dining experience. Explore the eclectic menu and indulge in a culinary journey at Prelude Kitchen & Bar.

LUNCH

House Artisan Bread

Infused Butter & Balsamic Dip

$9.00

Oregon Coast Clams

Chardonnay Herb Broth, Nduja & Black Garlic Crostini

$20.00

Potato Gnocchi

Bleu Cheese Sauce, Roasted Pears, Walnuts

$19.00

House Greens

Avocado, Preserved Lemons, Goat Cheese, Mustard Vinaigrette

$17.00

Capital Caesar

Romaine Hearts, Anchovy Dressing, Brown Butter Croutons, Soft Cooked Egg, Reggiano

$19.00

Seasonal Soup

Chefs daily creation

$13.00

Small Side Salad

$9.00

Small Side Ceasar

$10.00

Cup Of Soup

$9.00

Beets Salad

Bloomsdale Spinach, Pt Reyes Beu Cheese, Pickled Red Onion, Toasted Carraway Seeds, Sherry Vinaigrette

$19.00

Angus Burger

Fiscalini Aged Cheddar, Bone Marrow Butter, Aioli, Arugula, Sesame Bun

$21.00

Chicken Sandwich

Prelude Bread and Butter Pickles, Blue Cheese Slaw, Aioli, Challah Bun

$22.00

Italian Beef Sandwich

Red Bell Peppers, Pepperoncini, Giardiniera, Aioli, Provolone, Arugula, Red Onion, Rye Bread

$24.00

Banh Mi

Marinated Tofu, Pickled Vegetables, Jalapeno, Cilantro Mint Aioli, Ciabatta Roll

$20.00

House Artisan Bread

Infused Butter & Balsamic Dip

$9.00

Charcuterie

Coppa, Duck Liver Mousse, Truffle Toma Cheese & Curried Marcona Almonds

$28.00

Oregon Coast Clams

Chardonnay Herb Broth, Nduja & Black Garlic Crostini

$20.00

Chef's Seafood Crudo

House Hot Sauce, Fermented Fruit, Radish Greens & Chips

$22.00

Banh Mi Bruschetta

Seared Local Tofu, Picked Vegetables, Jalapeno & Mint Cilantro Aioli

$18.00

App Special

$18.00

Pork Chop

Red Wine Braised Cabbage, Pork Belly, Molasses Glaze, Pickled Cippolini Onion

$43.00

Porcini Crusted Scallops

Celery Root Puree, Smoked Rosemary Lemon Aioli, Pickled Golded Raisins, Crispy Celery Root

$47.00

Risotto

Creamy Leeks, Squash, Watercress, Truffle, Crispy Leeks, Smoked Mozzarella

$30.00

Angus Ribeye

Crispy Sunchokes, Spiced Broccolini, Espresso Demi & Hand Foraged Mushrooms

$59.00

Apple Bourbon Short Rib

Goat Cheese Chive Polenta, Caramelized Onion & Apple Chutney

$52.00

Duck Breast

Medium-Rare Duck Breast, Root Vegetable Confit-Hash, Pomegranate Molasses

$52.00

Gulf Prawn Carbonara

Bucatini, Shaved Brussels Sprouts, Egg, Parmesan, Thyme

$33.00

Aqua Pazza

Clams, Seared Petrale Sole, Calabrian Chili, Ginger Broth, Purple Rice, Seka Hills Olive Oil

$43.00

Capital Caesar

Romaine Hearts, Anchovy Dressing, Brown Butter Croutons, Soft Cooked Egg, Reggiano

$19.00

Seasonal Soup

Chefs daily creation

$13.00

House Greens

Apple, Preserved Lemons, Goat Cheese, Mustard Vinaigrette

$17.00

Beets Salad

Bloomsdale Spinach, Pt Reyes Beu Cheese, Pickled Red Onion, Toasted Carraway Seeds, Sherry Vinaigrette

$19.00

DINNER