MP Taverna is a modern interpretation of a traditional Greek tavern by Chef Michael Psilakis currently open for lunch and dinner in Roslyn, Irvington, and Astoria.The dinner menu at MP Taverna is divided into sections, allowing diners to order from selections of meze and salads, entrees, and plat du jours. Meze options include Meatballs, Fried Calamari and Trio of Greek Dips, while a highlight from the salad selection includes the Bulghar date, almond, pomegranate, olive and pistachio. Signature dishes like Lamb Burger with smashed potato and pickle, Roasted Lemon Chicken with dill and garlic roasted fingerling potato are offered together with simply grilled options such as Swordfish, Salmon and Steak & Sausage. Alluding to his Greek roots, Psilakis’s daily rotating specials include the Pikilia Skaras grilled lamb chop along with loukaniko beef and pork, along with Braised Lamb Shank with orzo and root vegetable.
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| MP Taverna, Roslyn, NY |
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| 1990 POL ROGER CUVEE 2000 MAGNUM- This was the birthday present to my uncle that we opened for the evening's toast. This champagne had a beautifully gold straw yellow hue, fine bubbles, a bouquet of floral and fruity aromas, ripe and thirst-quenching on the palate, with a superb taste of brioche. |
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| FRIED CALAMARI cauliflower, chickpea, spicy tomato & yogurt sauce |
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| GREEK PAELLA shellfish, spicy lamb sausage & orzo |
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| GRILLED BRANZINO fingerling potato, cherry tomato, garlic, olive |
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| This savory Zinfandel displays vibrant aromas of rich, spicy clove and big, generous fruit with hints of vanilla that entice the nose. An abundance of plums and flavors of dense, juicy blackberries excites the senses with a round mouthfeel of well-integrated tannins on the finish. This wine is rich and powerful, and incredibly well-balanced. This Zinfandel was enjoyable on its own, and especially complemented the roasted dishes tonight. |
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| It has a slight bitter taste that is nicely balanced by the flavor of the grapes. It’s a very fragrant wine, well balanced, and full of flavor. |
