Transilvania Restaurant and Bar Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Transilvania Restaurant and Bar, where the culinary experience is as rich as the atmosphere. Nestled at 23 Main St, East Haven, CT, this women-owned gem artfully combines Romanian tradition with contemporary flair. As you enter, you’re greeted not just by the delightfully quirky decor—think Bavarian touches and vampire lore—but also by an inviting intimacy that’s perfect for dates or gatherings.
The menu shines with authentic Romanian dishes, including the much-admired mici, sarmale, and a unique twist on nachos layered with chicken stew. Each bite is a harmonious blend of flavors that transport you to Eastern Europe. For a touch of comfort, don’t miss their outstanding mushroom soup and decadent winer schnitzel accompanied by roasted fingerling potatoes. A full bar complements the culinary offerings, featuring creative cocktails and an engaging happy hour.
Visit Transilvania for not just a meal, but a memorable experience filled with warmth and genuine hospitality.
Appetizers
Trio Of Bruschetta
Eggplant spread, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, E.V.O Beans spread, crispy onions Vegetables spread, scallions
Wings Breaded Or Naked , 6,12, OR 18
Sweet chilly Caribbean jerk Garlic Parmesan, Spicy Blue Cheese Sauce
Romanian Style Meatballs
Pickled salad, 1000 Island Dressing
Rustic Basket
Fried mushrooms, fried zucchini wheels, fried cauliflower florets, garlic aioli
Andrees Way
Jumbo shrimp in a spicy garlic butter sauce, fresh dill, grilled ciabatta
Baked Cascaval Cheese
Homemade crostini, fruits
Three Cheese Risotto Balls
Mix greens, 1000 Island Dressing
Romanian Chicharrons
Pork cracklings, red onions, grilled bread
Chicken Boeuf Salad
Salata de boeuf is a traditional Romanian salad consisting of meat, potatoes, carrots, and pickled vegetables, all finely diced and dressed with a combination of mayonnaise and mustard
Chicken Salad Sliders 2 Sliders
House slaw, onion rings
Fried Brussels Sprouts
Truffle oil, parmesan, feta cheese
Country Side M.B.S
Polenta, traditional sharp cheese, sour cream, thick bacon, we, romanians add a fried egg on top but its up to you if you want to do that.
House Loaded Fries
Handcut fries, stick sausage, shredded cascaval cheese, topped with garlic sauce
Arugula And Apple Salad
Goat cheese, Avocado, cherry tomato, cucumbers, toasted walnuts, Fresh Parsley, Balsamic glaze
Cobb Salad
tomatoes, hardboiled egg, blue cheese, bacon, avocado, iceberg lettuce, honey mustard
Caesar Salad
romaine lettuce, parmesan cheese, croutons, Caesar dressing
Protein AddOn
Meatball Soup
ciorba de perisoare
Tripe Soup
ciorba de burta
Beans And Smoked Pork Soup
ciorba de fasole cu afumatura
Creamy Mushroom Soup
supa crema de ciuperci
Soups and Salads
Main Course
Stuffed Cabbage
Pork and rice stuffing, Grilled thick bacon, sour cream, Polenta
Traditional Stew
Stick sausage, pork, chicken, homemade bacon, polenta, sunny side up egg
Wiener Schnitzel
Breaded veal cutlet, Viennese Potato with red onions and parsley, cucumber mint salad
Vlad S Favorite
Romanian skinless sausages mici, French fries, Dijon mustard, pickled salad
Grilled 12 Oz NY Strip Steak
Hand cut fries, haricots verts, choice of peppercorn sauce and bearnaise sauce
Hungarian Beef Goulash Gulyas
Beef, red peppers, onions, garlic, potato, topped with sour cream and parsley
Braised Beef Brisket
Truffle Mashed potato, green beans, scallions, red wine gravy
Cauliflower Steak
Roasted broccoli florets, mushroom risotto, pesto sauce Rice pilaf, roasted vegetables, lemon garlic sauce
Roasted Salmon With Creamy Dill Sauce
Oven roasted cauliflower, sauteed spinach, peppercorn sauce
Pan Fried Chicken Liver
bacon, caramelized onions, scallions, mashed potato
Grilled Pork Steak
Hand cut fries, spicy pickled salad, chimichurri sauce
Hungarian Paprikash
Boneless chicken thighs, red peppers, homemade spaetzle, paprika sauce
Half Brick Chicken
Garlic red mashed potato, sauteed spinach, hot cherry peppers white wine sauce
Cafe T Burger
Sauteed mushrooms, American cheese, homemade bacon, fried egg, spicy mayo
Swizzle Burger
Blue cheese, raw onions, fried egg, chipotle mayo
Chicken Panini
Fried chicken cutlet, slaw, French fries, ketchup, homemade mayo
Melanzanna
Fried eggplant, sweet peppers, mixed greens, goat cheese, balsamic glaze
Hells Burger
Roasted jalapenos, roasted poblano peppers, honey glazed bacon, goat cheese, ketchup, and spicy mayo
Burgers Sandwiches
Desserts
Vlad The Impaler
traditional donuts, strawberry syrup, wild forest berries jam
Chocolate Truffle Mousse Cake
chocolate sponge base topped with a rich chocolate mousse and dusted with cocoa powder
Traditional Papanasi
fried homemade farmers cheese donuts, seasonal jams, sour cream
Memory Lane
biscuit, marshmallow, chocolate, hot chocolate, cinnamon dust
Apple Strudel
vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, cinnamon dust
Frito Hilado
corn flakes crusted seasonal ice cream deep fried
Espresso Creme Brulee
creamy custard flavored with espresso, topped with caramelized sugar
Passion Fruit Tres Leches
mix of mascarpone and ricotta cheese, divided by a delicate layer of sponge cake
Limoncello Flute
refreshing lemon gelato made with lemons from Sicily, swirled together with Limoncello sauce
Chocolate Haven Crepes
nutella, whipped cream, chocolate ice cream, coconut flakes