Notch 8 Grille Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Notch 8 Grille, a culinary gem nestled in Northampton, MA. Here, the spotlight shines on a carefully curated menu that showcases artistry in every dish. Start your meal with the tender Pork Belly Confit or indulge in the savory Oyster Rockefeller—a perfect way to tease your palate. For those craving something lighter, the Hummus Trio offers a delightful variety.
As you move onto entrées, flavors deepen with options like the succulent
The atmosphere is warm and inviting, blending elegance with comfort, making it ideal for any occasion. With attentive service and superb culinary creations, Notch 8 Grille promises a dining experience that lingers long after the last bite.
Raw Bar
Blue Crab Cocktail
2oz of Premium Grade Mid Atlantic Crab
Shrimp Cocktail
Priced per piece
Lobster Tail-Chilled
Tuna Tartare
4 oz of fresh Ahi Tuna tossed in local honey and ginger marinade/avocado/cucumber/seaweed. (GF)
Oysters
3 - 4.50
Carpaccio
House shaved raw tenderloin with caper relish, shaved parmesan, EVOO and grilled crostini. (GF)
Charcuterie Plate
Cured meats aged cheesesolive mélangehousemade jamgrilled olive oil baguette
Crab Cake
Signature blend of blue crab, herbs and spices with mustard remoulade.
Fried Pickles
Hummus Trio
Garlic hummus/olive tapenade hummus/roasted beet hummus served with vegetable crudité. (GF)
Lobster Bisque
Savory house made bisque served with lobster meat chunk and bearnaise.
Oyster Rockefeller
4 House selected fresh oysters stuffed and baked with panko bread crumbs, parmesan, spinach, and Pernod cream.
Pork Belly Confit
Tender, crisp pork belly served over pomme puree. (GF)
Portabella Stack
Grilled balsamic marinated mushroom, bell pepper, fresh mozzarella & red onion. (GF)
Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
Tender grilled asparagus spears wrapped in savory crisp prosciutto and drizzled with world class Great Hill Blue Cheese. (GF)
Rosemary & Parmesan Truffle Fries
Hand cut fries tossed with truffle oil, truffle salt, grated and shaved parmesan and parsley. Served with our truffle aioli.
Sauteed Mussels
P.E.I. mussels in a white whine butter sauce ad served with grilled crostini. (GF)
Side Of Baguette (4 Slices)
Grilled and sliced Crostini
Appetizers
Entree Salads
Avocado Caesar
Traditional Caesar salad with avocado and cornbread croutons. (GF)
Notch Wedge
Quartered iceberg lettuce with Great Hill Blue Cheese drizzle, honey peppered bacon and tomato.
Sweet Potato Quinoa
Entree size salad with sweet potatoes, avocado, fire-roasted corn, red bell peppers, tomato, tossed in a lime-cilantro dressing.
Tomahawk
Generous cut of bone-in rib eye known for its Frenched bone served with fingerling potatoes. (GF) Tomahawk Steak is an impressive, bone-in ribeye steak known for its distinct long bone that resembles a tomahawk axe. This steak is cut from the rib section of the cow, typically from the 6th to 12th rib, with the rib bone left intact and trimmed (a technique called "Frenching") to create its iconic appearance. The long bone adds dramatic presentation while also imparting extra flavor during cooking.
Porterhouse 32oz
Combination of tender filet mignon and flavorful New York strip. Perfect for 2 people. (GF)
Dry Aged Sirloin
Dry aged for 28 days. 14oz portion. (GF)
Prime Rib Eye 14oz
14oz Prime Rib Eye is a rich, juicy, and flavorful cut of steak known for its exceptional marbling and tenderness. Cut from the rib section of the cow, this steak boasts a generous balance of fat and meat, contributing to its buttery texture and robust beefy flavor. The 14oz portion offers a hearty serving, perfect for steak lovers craving a substantial meal. (GF)
6oz Filet Mignon
Filet Mignon (GF) is one of the most tender and luxurious cuts of beef, prized for its buttery texture and mild flavor. Cut from the tenderloin, a small, cylindrical muscle that runs along the cow's spine, this steak has very little connective tissue, making it exceptionally soft and lean. The name "Filet Mignon" is French, meaning "dainty filet", reflecting its smaller size and elegant presentation.
8oz Filet Mignon
Filet Mignon (GF) is one of the most tender and luxurious cuts of beef, prized for its buttery texture and mild flavor. Cut from the tenderloin, a small, cylindrical muscle that runs along the cow's spine, this steak has very little connective tissue, making it exceptionally soft and lean. The name "Filet Mignon" is French, meaning "dainty filet", reflecting its smaller size and elegant presentation.
New York Strip
12oz grilled sirloin served over pomme puree and chef choice vegetable. (GF) The New York Strip Steak is a perfect choice for steak lovers who want a rich, hearty meal with balanced marbling and a bold, beefy flavor. It offers just the right amount of fat and tenderness, making it satisfying without being too rich.
Flat Iron Sirloin 9oz
9 oz serving(GF) The Flat Iron Sirloin (often referred to as just Flat Iron Steak) is a well-marbled, tender, and flavorful cut of beef taken from the shoulder (or chuck) of the cow. Known for its rich, beefy taste, this steak is second in tenderness only to the filet mignon, making it a hidden gem among steak cuts. The name "Flat Iron" comes from the uniform, rectangular shape of the steak, resembling an old-fashioned flat iron.
Stuffed Pork Chop
Double bone-in pork chop stuffed with sweet potato, apple, pancetta with a cider demi. (GF)
Braised Lamb Shank
Slow-cooked hind shank of lamb with roasted root vegetables. (GF)
Veal Saltimboca
Tender veal cutlets, crisp prosciutto and mozzarella served with white vinegar sage butter, fingerling potatoes, asparagus and pomme puree.
Seabass
Served with coconut curry/wilted spinach/jasmine rice. Black Sea Bass is a highly prized saltwater fish known for its mild, sweet flavor, firm, flaky texture, and versatility in cooking. Found along the Atlantic coast of North America, this species thrives in rocky reefs, wrecks, and coastal waters, particularly from North Carolina to the Gulf of Maine. The fish is dark brown or black with hints of iridescent blue and green across its scales, giving it a striking appearance. Its flesh is white, delicate, and lean, making it a popular choice in both home kitchens and fine dining restaurants. Black Sea Bass is a sustainable seafood choice due to careful fishery management along the U.S. coast.
Shrimp Scampi
Traditional shrimp scampi in a white wine butter sauce, hint of lemon, tomato and fresh herbs. Served over angel hair pasta.
Seared Scallops
A House favorite! Seared scallops with smoked bacon jam and crab risotto with pan jus. (GF)
Salmon
Served with fresh dill beurre blanc, wilted spinach and jasmine rice. (GF)
Swordfish
8oz grilled swordfish loin served with caperberry sauce, lobster saffron risotto and Brussel sprouts.
Chicken Francaise
Lightly egg-battered chicken breast in caper and lemon white wine sauce served over fettuccine.
Frenched Chicken
12-14oz bone-in Frenched chicken breast with caramelized shallot mustard sauce, pomme puree and asparagus.
Duck Breast
7-8oz tender duck breast served with duck fat orange sauce and sesame glazed carrots.
Notch Alfredo
Chicken, Sweet Sausage, Hot Capicola, Roasted Red Peppers and Cremini Mushrooms. Tossed in Alfredo Cream Sauce and served over Fettuccini.
Vegetarian Wellington
Sauté of zucchini, summer squash, tomato, spinach, garlic in Chianti mushroom reduction, parmesan and herbs in a golden brown puff pastry.
Entrees
Sides
Mac & Cheese
House blend cheeses and spiral noodles
Short Rib Mac & Cheese
House blend cheeses and finished in house demi
Lobster Mac & Cheese
House blend cheese with bits of lobster and lobster sherry sauce, spiral noodle.
Brussel Sprouts
Roasted with EVOO and sea salt
Crab Risotto
Mushroom Risotto
Lobster Risotto
Creamed Spinach
Jasmine Rice
Pomme Puree
French version of mashed potatoes, but it's silkier, creamier, and more luxurious than traditional mashed potatoes.
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
Broccoli Cheddar Baked Potato
Crème Brûlée
A luscious vanilla custard with a golden caramelized topping.
Flourless Chocolate Torte
Belgian chocolate with rich flavor and a smooth, creamy texture.