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Vault 232

Bar and grill · Lake Zurich

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Bar and grill — food to try

2 on this menu
  1. Burger✓ On the menu · $14

    The dish every American kitchen gets judged on. Ask how they cook it.

    Here it's “Wagyu Smash Burger”.

  2. Mac and cheese✓ On the menu · $26

    Baked with a crust or stovetop and creamy; both are right.

    Here it's “Lobster Mac and Cheese”.

  3. Fried chicken sandwichask if they make it

    Brined, fried, pickles — the last decade's signature sandwich.

  4. Wingsask if they make it

    Crisp skin is the whole point; sauce is a matter of taste.

Menu

from the website · 2026-09-02

Prices and items may have changed. Display only — this restaurant isn't taking orders here yet.

Appetizers

  • BruschettaTomatoes, pesto, aged balsamic, and parmigiano reggiano$16.00
  • Fire ShrimpCalabrian chili aioli, greens, lemon, fresno chile$18.00
  • Bread & BoardFrench baguette, butter, herb-infused olive oil, and roasted garlic$16.00
  • Jumbo Crab CakeMidwest-style crab cake, lemon aioli, dry slaw, and bacon crumble$18.00
  • Fried CauliflowerFried cauliflower with mango habanero aioli$15.00
  • Rib BitesFried panko-crusted baby back ribs, BBQ sauce$15.00
  • Calamari (G)Fried or grilled (g) squid, hot giardiniera and marinara$18.00
  • Seafood HushpuppiesShrimp & Lobster with chili aioli, greens, onion, and radish$15.00
  • Octopus à la RiveraMashed potatoes, ’nduja butter, lime, lemon, fresh herbs, and onion$24.00

Soups & Salads

  • New England Clam ChowderClams in cream chowder with carrots, potatoes, celery and croutons
  • Lobster BisqueLobster tail, puff pastry, butter, onion, garlic, carrots, and tomato
  • Signature CaesarCaesar dressing with parmigiano reggiano, toast points, and aged balsamic$14.00
  • Beet & Burrata (G)Beets, pickled onions, burrata, pistachio brittle, lemon vinaigrette, and beet drizzle$18.00
  • Vault ChoppedCucumber, tomato, onion, bacon, croutons, Italian dressing, parmigiano reggiano, and avocado$16.00
  • BLT WedgeBlue cheese, cherry tomatoes, bacon, red onion, candied pistachios, black pepper, and blue cheese dressing$18.00

Side Dishes

  • Lobster Mac and CheeseLobster tail, five-cheese sauce, chives, toasted panko$26.00
  • Fresh Cut French Fries (G)Garlic, salt, pepper, chipotle ranch$9.00
  • Fresh Seasonal Vegetables (G)Chef’s daily selection, salt, pepper, garlic, olive oil$9.00
  • Rice Pilaf (G)Black rice, butter, fresh herbs, garlic, onions$9.00

Seafood Entrées

  • Orchard Black CodMashed potatoes with apple, onion, arugula, olive oil, crispy garlic$42.00
  • Walleye PiccataFried walleye with lemon, lime, white wine, butter, capers, and broccoli$34.00
  • Bacon-Scallops (G)Pan-seared scallops, bacon, roasted garlic purée, and calabrian chili$52.00
  • Glazed Grouper (G)A la diabla sauce, black rice, bell peppers, and fresh herb sauce$44.00
  • Fish and ChipsFried cod, catfish, fries, coleslaw, tartar sauce, and a seafood hushpuppy$28.00
  • Fire-Roasted Branzino (G)Whole bone-in branzino, chili-herb glaze, fresh seasonal vegetables$48.00
  • Persillade MusselsWhite wine, garlic, lemon, butter with french fries and toast points$28.00
  • Grouper SandwichChili aioli, greens, mango salsa, avocado, and sweet wasabi salad$34.00

Steak & Chops

  • Steak and Potatoes (G)Beef sirloin, tampico-style marinade, potatoes, and chimichurri sauce$42.00
  • Sizzling Skillet (G) - ChickenBlack rice, sour cream, pico de gallo, salsa, parmigiano reggiano, corn tortillas, tequila, and caramelized onions & peppers$26.00
  • Sizzling Skillet (G) - SteakBlack rice, sour cream, pico de gallo, salsa, parmigiano reggiano, corn tortillas, tequila, and caramelized onions & peppers$42.00
  • Sizzling Skillet (G) - ShrimpBlack rice, sour cream, pico de gallo, salsa, parmigiano reggiano, corn tortillas, tequila, and caramelized onions & peppers$30.00
  • Sizzling Skillet (G) - Seasonal Vegetable MedleyBlack rice, sour cream, pico de gallo, salsa, parmigiano reggiano, corn tortillas, tequila, and caramelized onions & peppers$22.00
  • Braised Short Rib (G)Apple-habanero chutney, mashed potatoes, crispy garlic, and broccoli$40.00
  • Steak Sinatra (G)Beef tenderloin tips, mashed potatoes, bell pepper, mushroom, onion, and a balsamic red wine reduction$38.00
  • Lamb Chops (G)New Zealand lolli lamb chops, black rice, red onion, bell pepper, mint, and calabrian chili yogurt dip$44.00

Rice & Pasta

  • Rice Élan Style (G)Arborio rice, butter, sun-dried tomato, spinach, citrus blend, parmigiano reggiano scallops | Arborio rice, butter, mushrooms parmigiano reggiano, beef sirloin$38.00
  • Lobster & ShrimpGarlic sauce, spinach, calabrian chiles, pasta, and sun-dried tomatoes$39.00
  • Chicken ParmesanPasta, marinara, mozzarella, parmigiano reggiano, breadcrumbs$20.00
  • Clams & PestoClams, pesto, shellfish broth, sun-dried tomatoes, parmigiano reggiano$32.00
  • Burrata VodkaDine-in onlyPasta, vodka, burrata cheese, panko breadcrumbs, and fresno chilis$22.00

Chilled Seafood Menu

  • Ahi Tuna StackAhi tuna, mango salsa, fresno chiles, radish, cucumber, calabrian chili aioli, black rice, fried wontons$15.00
  • Seaside Poke BowlBlack rice, edamame, radish, cucumber, mango salsa, fresno chiles, ahi tuna, ponzu soy sauce$28.00
  • Coastal SlidersPan-seared crab cakes, lobster meat, chili aioli, mango salsa, arugula, brioche sliders$38.00
  • Oysters on the Half ShellChampagne mignonette, cocktail sauce, lemon
  • Oysters RockefellerSpinach, cream, parmesan, panko, smoked rosemary$21.00
  • Fire-Roasted Seafood (G)Lobster tail, scallops, shrimp, mussels, clams, calamari, fresh catch, toast points, butter, garlic, crushed pepper, lemon | Minimum 2 guests

Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays Small Plates / Happy Hour (4:00 pm to 6:00 pm) / Small Plates

  • Mini Lobster SliderChilled lobster salad, celery, lemon aioli, served on a toasted brioche slider$8.00
  • PEI MusselsFresh herbs, white wine, garlic, butter, lemon$10.00
  • Wagyu Smash BurgerDouble wagyu patties, caramelized onions, bacon crumble, chipotle aioli, toasted brioche$14.00
  • Hummus BoardEvo, celery, carrot, red pepper, cucumber$10.00
  • Quesabirria TacoBarbacoa short rib, onion, salsa, cilantro, lime$5.00
  • Shrimp TacoDry slaw, mango salsa, chili aioli, cilantro, lime$14.00
  • Burrata & CrostiniPanko crusted burrata, vodka sauce, toast points$10.00
  • Ahi Tuna CrudoAhi Tuna, evoo, lemon juice, lemon zest, sea salt, candied pistachios$8.00
  • Oyster on the Half ShellLemon, cocktail sauce, horseradish$2.00
  • Vault Fire ChickenChicken bites, mango-habanero, ranch, lemon$8.00

Wines / Drinks / Cocktails (selected items)

  • Glass of Pinot NeroDine-in onlyFriuli-Venezia Giulia$6.00
  • Glass of Pinot GrigioDine-in onlyFriuli-Venezia Giulia$6.00
  • Glass of Prosecco DOCDine-in onlyFriuli-Venezia Giulia$6.00
  • Glass of ChardonnayDine-in onlyFriuli-Venezia Giulia$6.00
  • Glass of CabernetDine-in onlyFriuli-Venezia Giulia$6.00
  • House SpiritDine-in onlyVodka, tequila, rum, gin, bourbon ( Choice of mixer: ) Coke, diet coke, sprite, tonic, soda, cranberry, pineapple, or lemonade$7.00
  • Espresso MartiniVanilla Vodka, Licor 43, Espresso, Borghetti Espresso$8.00
  • Berry Lemon DropDine-in onlyVodka, Raspberry Reduction, Lemon, Sugar Rim$8.00
  • CosmopolitanDine-in onlyVodka, Cointreau, Lime, Cranberry$8.00
  • FrenchDine-in onlyVodka, Pineapple Juice, Chambord$8.00
  • Dirty MartiniDine-in onlyVodka, olive juice/brine, and olives$8.00

Happy Hour Prix Fixe / The Adult Happy Hour Meal

  • Vodka PastaRigatoni, vodka sauce, burrata, panko breadcrumbs, and fresno chiles
  • Truffle FriesFrench fries, parmigiano reggiano, white truffle oil, chipotle aioli
  • Caesar SaladCaesar dressing, parmigiano reggiano, toast points, and aged balsamic

Beer (selected)Dine-in only

  • Miller LiteMilwaukee, Wisconsin | 4.2% ABV$3.00
  • Coors LightGolden, Colorado | 4.2% ABV$3.00

Small Bites / Specialty Cocktails / Small Bites (separate items repeated)

  • Horchata Espresso MartiniVanilla vodka, Borghetti espresso liqueur, Licor 43, espresso, horchata, and a dusting of cinnamon$16.00

Small Plates / Entrees (Marea Ceviche etc.)

  • Marea CevicheCitrus-cured shrimp with mango, cucumber, carrots, red onion, habanero, oregano, and extra virgin olive oil, served with crisp tostadas$24.00
  • Al Pastor SkewersChicken breast with achiote, chipotle, grilled, pineapple, onion, bell peppers, served with cilantro-lime habanero salsa over a bed of black rice$28.00
  • Frenched Pork Chop14 oz citrus marinated pork chop, roasted garlic Calabrian chili purée, crispy potatoes, and charred broccoli$38.00
  • Smoked Baby Back RibsPremium baby back ribs, slow smoked in house for 24 hours, finished with our signature honey BBQ glaze, and served with mac & cheese and garden salad$24.00
  • Smoked Baby Back Ribs (Large)Premium baby back ribs, slow smoked in house for 24 hours, finished with our signature honey BBQ glaze, and served with mac & cheese and garden salad$34.00
  • Miso-Glazed Black CodWhite miso-marinated black cod, pan-roasted and finished with a yuzu beurre blanc, served with black rice and bok choy$45.00

Coastal Selection / Choose a Fish

  • Chilean Sea BassWild-caught, Argentina$54.00
  • Ora King SalmonSustainably raised, New Zealand$45.00
  • Catch of The DayFreshest imported selection
  • GrouperWild-caught, Gulf of Mexico$44.00
  • Ahi TunaWild-caught, Hawaii$39.00

Preparation Styles (for Coastal Selection)

  • Thai StyleBok-choy, black rice, sweet chili glaze
  • Greek StyleLemon, olive oil, herbs, capers, tomatoes, potato
  • Market StyleLemon, butter and fresh seasonal vegetables
  • Asian StyleBok-choy, mashed potatoes, soy-ponzu glaze
  • Italian StyleGarlic, tomatoes, black olives, wine, arborio
  • Country Apple StyleChutney, bacon, potatoes, carrots, rapini

Desserts

  • Apple CobblerHand-Peeled Granny Smith Apples Brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, butter cookie crumble, house-made gelato, and caramel reduction$16.00
  • Frozen CheesecakeCream cheese, vanilla, and sour cream set over a cookie crust lightly frozen for a smooth, creamy finish Please ask your server for the daily selection$12.00
  • Pistachio Ganache Cake(g) Roasted pistachios, egg whites, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, dark chocolate almond ganache, pistachio cream filling, extra virgin olive oil, chocolate reduction$16.00
  • Chocolate Lava CakeWarm chocolate lava cake, house-made gelato, whipped cream, and dark chocolate reduction$12.00
  • Housemade Gelato & SorbetDaily Selection Please ask your server$8.00

35 W Main St, Lake Zurich, IL, 60047-2303

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