Dinner at the Horse 2013
The dining room reopens May 8th. 


Wednesday - Sunday, 5pm - 9:00pm    Reservations: 406-886-2080
[All dishes may not be available each evening, prices subject to change.]

Please Note: Occasionally the Horse is closed for private functions and off-site catering events.
Please make confirmed reservations to insure your table. 


“Ummm…let’s start with…”

Tunisian-style Blue Mussels steamed in Pinot Grigio, California Extra Virgin olive oil, sautéed garlic,
Italian parsley, fresh organic herbs from the Horse’s garden, Roma tomatoes and Kalamata olives.    Gluten-free

French Rolls hot from the oven with herbed organic Goat Cheese butter. 

 Crimini Mushrooms sautéed in organic sweet butter, Pinot Grigio and garlic, tossed with creamy Gorgonzola,
 slivers of fresh sage from the garden, breadcrumbs (optional) and white pepper.    Gluten-free option

 

We create each meal to order, using only the freshest ingredients available.
We strive to provide a selection of organic and natural produce and meats,
and make every effort to support companies using sound stewardship practices.
If you have any food allergies, please inform your server at time of order.

Thank you for dining with us this evening – Kathleen & Staff

 

“Wow… this is a real DINNER salad!”

the Alaskan – a not-so-traditional salad of spicy organic arugula tossed with our savory house-made passion fruit balsamic dressing, topped with fresh strawberries, kiwi, ginger glazed pecans, grilled pineapple and a wild Alaskan Salmon filet.   Gluten-free

the Polynesian – organic farm greens tossed with ginger glazed pecans, Gorgonzola crumbles, peppery Granny Smith apples & dried cranberries drizzled in our creamy wasabi vinaigrette and 
topped with a seared line-caught Ahi steak, grilled fresh pineapple and fresh wasabi. 

the Rancher – organic farm greens dressed with red peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, mandarin oranges, artichoke hearts, asparagus, hard egg and topped with your choice of warm charbroiled meat, Gorgonzola crumbles and our creamy ranch dressing.
Natural Chicken      Natural Angus Sirloin        Line-caught Wild Alaskan Salmon   Gluten-free

“Feeling carnivorous?”

Aged, all-natural, prime cuts served with your choice of our delicious back of the burner soup or

organic lodge salad, vegetable and Chef’s starch. Gluten-free

8oz. Charbroiled Blue Mesa Angus Top Sirloin   

14oz. Frenched Porterhouse Pork Chop with Mom’s Peach Chutney  

14oz. Charbroiled Dry-aged Angus Ribeye 

 

“Something out of the ordinary please!”

Served with your choice of our delicious back of the burner soup or organic lodge salad.

Mango Ahi Steak – Line-caught Ahi marinated in ginger-soy and mango salsa, seared warm rare and served on a bed of sweet Indonesian-style Wehani rice with Asian vegetables and fresh wasabi.  

Linguine al Pesto –fragrant organic basil pesto blended with sun-dried tomatoes and sautéed vegetables, tossed with al dente linguine (gluten-free pasta available) and topped with a parmesan crisp and fresh organic herbs from the Horse’s garden.
Vegetarian      Natural Chicken      Sautéed Garlic Shrimp  

Saffron Soba Cake – organic soba noodles tossed with fresh herbs, parmesan and eggs, fried in saffron-infused sweet butter until crisp and layered with sautéed Asian vegetables, your choice of grilled meat and garlic basil aioli.
Vegetarian       Natural Chicken      Angus Sirloin  

Pasta Vongole – tender petite clams simmered in a broth of Pinot Grigio, sautéed garlic,
organic Italian Parsley and California Extra Virgin Olive Oil (with just a hint of Kate’s secret spices)
served over al dente linguine (gluten-free pasta available). 

“It's not a burger...it's an exploration of perfection!” 

Juicy half-pound ground Angus steak on a handcrafted focaccia bun served with our seasoned baked potato wedges
and your choice of our organic lodge salad or back of the burner soup. 

 

Whole green chili & fresh jalapeño smothered in Monterrey jack cheese

Grilled Spanish red onion & garlic under creamy Gorgonzola

Sautéed crimini mushrooms & sweet onion smothered in Gouda

Crisp Dailey's Apple Smoked Bacon and grilled fresh pineapple topped with Tillamook Sharp Cheddar

Or Create your own idea of burger perfection and substitute Chicken Breast, Wild Salmon or Ahi. 

The Basic Cheese– Sharp Cheddar, Monterrey Jack, Gorgonzola, Gouda, Havarti or Parmesan.   

“Your just desserts…” 

Freshly baked, over-the-top skillet cookie – Oatmeal Raisin or Chocolate Chunk

topped with Tillamook Vanilla Bean Ice Cream (serves 2-4).  

Hot Madeira Grilled Peaches & Mango Sauce over Tillamook Vanilla Ice Cream  

The Muddy Laughing Horse – dark chocolate torte oozing hot fudge drizzled with O’Mara’s Irish Cream,

espresso and topped with bittersweet Chocolate Caramel ice cream (serves 2). 

‘Only if Kathleen remembered to bake’ Huckleberry Peach Pie with Tillamook Vanilla Ice Cream. 

 

 Evening Specials
Each evening, Kathleen will offer up a unique dish to tempt you away from her regular menu.
Some of the more adventurous offerings may include:

Hall Peak Nachos - organic blue corn chips layered with grilled chicken,
spicy black beans, sirloin, fried spicy corn and tropical salsa

Grilled Lamb Chops in Sage Pesto served on Herbed Paparadella

Parchment Poached Halibut with Coconut Ginger Relish

Molokini Pork Tenderloin on Grilled Wild Mushroom Polenta with Charred Pineapple Salsa
 And more....check out the board upon your arrival.

Sunday Brunch - 2013
Served Sunday 9am -1:30pm. Reservations for parties of 5 or more please.
Kathleen changes the menu each week, adding fresh new seasonal offerings.
If you're craving a particular dish, please call in advance to ensure it is being offered.
Prices range from $9 to $18. 

            Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes brimming with huckleberries and peaches, 
served with two eggs and your choice of apple smoked bacon or patty sausage. 

            The Traditional Western Breakfast of two eggs, crispy hash browns, 
apple smoked bacon or patty sausage and freshly baked sunflower seed bread.

            Poached wild Alaskan Salmon, Organic Micro Greens and Lemon Crème Fraiche 
folded into a French-style omelet, served with hash browns 
and freshly baked sunflower seed bread.

            Delicate ricotta blintzes perched atop a Bavarian ham steak, 
drizzled with warm Huckleberry Cassis sauce, 
fresh whipped cream and orange zest.

             Lodge Porridge of organic Wehani rice, steel-cut Irish oats, cranberries and apples, 
simmered in organic maple syrup water with spices, 
served with fruit and freshly baked sunflower seed bread. 
 
            East Shore Crab Benedict with steamed Organic Micro Greens 
and Lemon Thyme Hollandaise Sauce. 
 
Chocolate Hazelnut and Chevre stuffed Frenched Toast served with apple smoked
bacon or savory patty sausage. 

Lodge Hash - roasted turkey, sauteed garlic, peppers, sweet onions, tomatoes, fresh herbs and 
potatoes simmered under melted jack and topped with two eggs.

 

Ranked #1 by tripadvisor.com, the Horse offers a refreshing selection of delicious dishes
with an accompaniment of fine wines and imported and locally master-crafted beers
in an intimate and quiet atmosphere.
Reservations are required to insure your experience at the Horse is singularly memorable.

 

Phone  406-886-2080  or e: laughinghorselodge@gmail.com to make reservations

 

or for information on evening specials and upcoming music events.

Private parties of 12 or more are welcome for lunch or dinner on non-public dining days
 with advanced reservations.