Gourmet Dining
To cook or not to cook, that is the question!
You have options when living at The Neighborhoods at Acacia Village in Utica, NY. While you are always welcome to prepare meals in the comfort of your own home, you can also let our chefs prepare delicious meals for you in one of our two distinct dining options located in The Lodge:
The Hearth provides flexible lunch and dinner options for all tastes.
Timbers Restaurant offers elevated dining, primarily for dinner.
Our menus for both venues change weekly, ensuring variety and fresh offerings. During the summer months, outdoor seating on the patio is also available. See our menus below for our wide selection of dishes.
The Hearth Lunch/Dinner Menu (Always Available)
Open for Lunch 11:00a.m.-2:00p.m.- Dinner 4:15p.m.-6:30p.m.
All Pricing is subject to change - Orders call 315-798-4769
APPETIZERS AND STARTERS
SOUP DU JOUR
$2.00 CUP | $2.50 BOWL
Our daily, in-house prepared, fresh soup of the day
CRANBERRY WALNUT SIDE SALAD
$3.75
Made to order with baby spinach, dried cranberries, walnuts, feta cheese, choice of dressing...
GARDEN SIDE SALAD
$2.75
Made to order with red onion, cucumber, and tomato on a bed of greens with your choice of dressing
FROM THE HEARTH GRILL
Grilled Cheese & Soup combo … $4.75
Grilled cheese on your choice of bread and an 8 ounce cup of the soup of the day
*The Hearth Burger ... $6.75
Fresh all beef, 1/3-pound patty served with lettuce, tomato, onion on a toasted Kaiser bun, cooked to desired temperature, with a dill pickle on the side
Chicken Filet Sandwich… $6.75
Seasoned breaded chicken breast filet with dill pickle on a griddled kaiser bun, honey mustard and dill pickle on the side
Philly Cheesesteak … $6.75
Shaved ribeye steak on a griddled hoagie roll with sautéed onions, peppers topped with American cheese and dill pickle on the side
Grilled Tuna Melt … $6.75
Our prepared tuna salad and melted cheddar cheese served on your choice of griddled bread and dill pickle on the side
The Hearth B.L.T. … $6.50
Crisp bacon, lettuce, tomato with mayonnaise on your choice of fresh toasted bread and dill pickle on the side
Grilled Reuben Or Rachel Sandwich … $6.75
Corned beef OR Turkey, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese on marble rye with 1,000 island dressing and dill pickle on the side
Grilled Chicken Breast … $5.75
Fresh boneless, skinless, marinated chicken breast
*Grilled Flat Iron Steak … $9.75
Choice marinated flat iron steak grilled to your specified temperature
*Grilled Salmon Filet … $9.75
Fresh grilled north Atlantic salmon filet cooked to desired temperature
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
FROM THE HEARTH BRICK OVEN
Pizza By The Slice … $1.75
We bake them fresh every day, ask your server for today's topping
Flatbread Pizza (customizable) … $6.50
Personal size pizza, starts with red (tomato) or white (oil & Garlic) sauce with mozzarella cheese, $.50 each additional offered topping which include: mushrooms, peppers, onions, sausage, pepperoni or
meatball
Large 16-inch Pizza- 8 cut (customizable) One hour notice required for this item … $14.00
16in brick oven pizza topped with red sauce, mozzarella cheese. $1.00 each additional topping which include: mushrooms, peppers, onions, sausage, pepperoni or meatball
FRESHLY PREPARED ENTRÉE SALADS AND SANDWICHES
Made to order fresh Deli Meat & Salad Sandwiches … $5.25
Meats: Ham, turkey, egg salad, tuna salad, chicken salad / Cheese: American, Swiss, cheddar, provolone / Breads: white, Italian, Deli Rye, Marble Rye or wheat
Turkey Club Wrap … $6.75
Deli turkey, crisp bacon, cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise in a 12 " flour tortilla with a dill pickle on the side
Garden Salad* - Entree … $6.00
Tomato, cucumber, and red onion on a bed of greens with your choice of dressing
Cranberry Walnut Salad* - Entree … $6.75
Dried cranberries, walnuts, and feta cheese on a bed of mixed greens and baby spinach with a choice of dressing.
*add a serving of grilled chicken breast, salmon filet, or *flat iron steak to your salad (available with the purchase of an entree salad): Chicken $5.00/Steak $8.00/ Salmon $8.00
SIDE DISHES
Fresh Fruit Salad … $2.50
Potato Chips … $1.50
French Fries … $2.50
Macaroni Salad … $1.50
Sweet Potato Fries … $2.75
Fresh Veggie (PM only) … $1.50
Onion Rings … $2.75
Starch Du Jour (PM only) … $1.50
Deli Potato Salad … $1.50
Watermelon Cubes … $1.50 (Seasonal)
The Hearth Dinner Features Menu
JUNE 8th - JUNE 14th, 2026 - HOURS 4:15 P.M. TO 6:30 P.M. - PHONE (315) 798-4769
MONDAY
Black Bean Soup - $2.00 Cup / $2.50 Bowl
Chicken Parmesan - $10.50
Chicken breast, breaded and fried golden brown, topped with marinara and mozzarella, served with a dinner roll.
Stuffed Pasta Shells - $9.50
Ricotta cheese-and-herb-stuffed pasta shell topped with mozzarella cheese and marinara sauce, served with a dinner roll.
TUESDAY
Italian Meatball Soup - $2.00 Cup / $2.50 Bowl
Filet Mignon - $19.50
6-ounce beef tenderloin filet, seasoned with dry rub, grilled, and served with a horseradish sauce on the side, and served with a dinner roll.
Pasta Alfredo Florentine - $9.50
Fusilli pasta noodles tossed in a Parmesan cheese and cream sauce with sautéed baby spinach, served with a dinner roll.
WEDNESDAY
Split Pea & Ham Soup - $2.00 Cup / $2.50 Bowl
Buffalo Chicken Wings - Mild (8 Jumbo Wings) - $11.50
Buffalo-style wings served with bleu cheese and celery sticks on the side. Wings can be served without sauce.
Lasagna Bolognese - $10.50
Lasagna noodles layered with ground beef, red sauce, and ricotta, topped with mozzarella cheese, served with a dinner roll.
THURSDAY
Chicken Tortilla Soup - $2.00 Cup / $2.50 Bowl
Stuffed Fillet of Sole - $11.50
Fillet of sole with a light herbed scallop and crab stuffing, finished with a rich velouté, served with a dinner roll.
Sloppy Joe Sliders (1 or 2) - $4.50 / $6.00
Ground beef in a sweet, rich tomato sauce with onions, peppers and spices served on a slider bun.
FRIDAY
New England Clam Chowder - $2.00 Cup $2.50 Bowl
Grilled Chili Lime Chicken Fajita Salad - $9.50
Grilled seasoned chicken breast, lettuce, tomato wedges, red onion, avocado, sliced bell peppers, and crispy tortilla strips served with your choice of dressing.
Fish & Chips - $10.50
Potato, cheddar, and chive-breaded Atlantic cod loin, deep-fried and served with pub chips, tartar sauce, coleslaw, and a dinner roll.
SATURDAY
Lobster Bisque - $3.00 Cup / $3.50 Bowl
Hearty Beef Stew - $10.50
Braised beef with potatoes, carrots, peas, onions, and tomatoes in a rich stew, served with a dinner roll.
Vegetarian Hummus Wrap - $7.50
Served cold with hummus, baby spinach, shredded carrot, avocado, cucumber, and tomato, all wrapped in a 12-inch garlic-herb flour tortilla.
SUNDAY
Pasta Fagioli Soup - $2.00 Cup / $2.50 Bowl
Portobello French Dip Sandwich - $8.50
Sauteed portobello mushrooms, caramelized onion, and melted mozzarella cheese on a hoagie bun, served with horseradish sauce and balsamic au jus.
Beef Spanish Rice - $9.50
Made with seasoned lean ground beef, tomatoes, bell peppers, and onions, served with a dinner roll.
The Hearth Lunch Features Menu
JUNE 8th THROUGH JUNE 14th, 2026 - Hours 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. - Phone (315) 798-4769
MONDAY
Black Bean Soup - $2.00 Cup / $2.50 Bowl
*Carolina Burger - $6.75
Served with fried onions, smoked Gouda, and Carolina BBQ mayo on a toasted brioche roll. Lettuce, tomato, and red onion on the side.
Hot Dog With Baked Beans (1 or 2) - $3.50 - $6.00
Served on a griddled bun. Mustard, ketchup, diced onion, relish or sauerkraut available upon request.
TUESDAY
Italian Meatball Soup - $2.00 Cup / $2.50 Bowl
2 Beef Soft Tacos - $6.75
Seasoned ground beef with cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, sour cream, and salsa in a soft flour tortilla.
WEDNESDAY
Split Pea & Ham Soup - $2.00 Cup / $2.50 Bowl
Garlic Parmesan Boneless Chicken Wings - $7.00
Battered chicken breast pieces, fried and tossed in a butter and garlic white sauce with Parmesan cheese, served with celery sticks and blue cheese dressing.
THURSDAY
Chicken Tortilla Soup - $2.00 Cup / $2.50 Bowl
Roast Beef Club - $7.00
Thin sliced deli roast beef, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise on toasted white bread.
FRIDAY
New England Clam Chowder - $2.00 Small / $2.50 Large
Crispy Butterfly Lunch Shrimp Basket - $7.50
Golden fried shrimp served with French fries, fresh coleslaw, cocktail sauce, and a lemon wedge.
SATURDAY
Lobster Bisque - $3.00 Small / $3.50 Large
Greek Gyros With Tzatziki Sauce - $7.00
Pita bread filled with seasoned ground beef and lamb strips, shredded lettuce, tomato, and onion with tzatziki sauce on the side.
SUNDAY
Pasta Fagioli Soup - $2.00 Cup / $2.50 Bowl
Grilled Barbeque Chicken Breast Sandwich - $6.75
Boneless, skinless grilled chicken seasoned with barbeque sauce, served on a toasted Kaiser bun with lettuce, tomato, and red onion on the side.
Buttermilk Pancakes All Day - $6.00
Two large buttermilk pancakes served plain with butter and syrup, or topped with apple or blueberry compote.
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
Timbers Restaurant Menu
Now Accepting Reservations for Thursday, June 11th, 2026
APPETIZERS
Lobster Bisque - $3.00 Small / $3.50 Large
Creamy, smooth, tomato-based broth flavored with sherry wine, fish stock, cream, and lobster bits.
Garden Side Salad - $2.75
Tomato, cucumber, and red onion on a bed of greens with a choice of dressing.
Spinach Salad - $3.75
Fresh baby spinach, candied walnuts, dried cranberries, and sliced red onion. Choice of feta or blue cheese crumbles for an additional charge.
Crab Rangoon - $7.50
Crab meat and cream cheese in a crispy wonton wrapper, served with sweet & sour sauce.
Shrimp Cocktail - $8.50
Jumbo shrimp, cocktail sauce, and lemon.
ENTRÉES
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
*Prime Rib of Beef - $23.50
Herb-encrusted choice beef prime rib, slow-roasted and carved to order, served with au jus and horseradish sauce on the side.
Broiled Sea Scallops - $20.50
Sea scallops broiled with butter, lemon, and white wine, topped with buttered breadcrumbs.
Orange Teriyaki Tuna Steak - $15.50
Grilled ahi tuna steak in a teriyaki and orange zest marinade, a distinct Asian-inspired entrée.
Chicken Kiev - $13.50
Garlic & herb butter-stuffed boneless chicken breast, breaded and pan fried, topped with a Dijon cream sauce.
ACCOMPANIMENTS
Baked Potato - $1.50
Served with sour cream.
Italian Roasted Vegetables - $1.50
Green, red, and yellow bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant, asparagus, new potatoes, rosemary, garlic, and olive oil.
DESSERT
Gelato Spumoni Bomba - $4.25
Strawberry, pistachio, and chocolate gelato drizzled with white chocolate.
Cherry Cheesecake - $4.25
NY-style cheesecake topped with cherry compote.
Culinary Leadership
Meet Scott Norris
Executive Chef at Acacia Village
With a degree in Culinary Arts/Hotel and Restaurant Management, Scott has more than 35 years of experience working in and managing food service operations in restaurants, hotels, and skilled nursing facilities. Scott loves his career with Acacia Village because of the people he works with daily - "The people are wonderful," he says.
“Retiring at Acacia Village is the best decision my husband and I ever made!”
- Lynn L., Acacia Village Resident
I’m interested in learning more about independent living.
I want to meet a member of your team and tour the beautiful campus.
I have questions about life at Acacia Village.