Chop Chop
For one week in the fall, Uptown Saint John BIA participating restaurants invite you to experience local food prepared by our deliciously-creative chefs. Try a 3-course dinner, 2-course lunch or a specially prepared CHOP CHOP plate! Extra special delights at three different price levels are yours to enjoy during Chop Chop Restaurant Week!
Chop Chop Plate up to $15
2-Course Chop Chop Lunch up to $20
3-Course Chop Chop Dinner up to $45
Reservations Recommended
Fall 2023 Chop Chop ran from October 30 to November 5!
2024 Fall Chop Chop Dates TBD
List of Participating Uptown Saint John BIA Restaurants for Fall 2023 Chop Chop
This menu list is updated as we receive the menus. Check back often to discover the new dishes added!
Jeremiah’s Deli
47 Charlotte St.
Saint John City Market
Phone: 658-0188
Connect: Facebook
Chop Chop Lunch | $18.95 (tax included)
Shepherds Pie
House Salad
Dessert
Drink
Britt’s Pub + Eatery
42 Princess St.
Phone: 214.53354
Connect: Facebook
Chop Chop Plate | $15
Chicken Elote Nacho – Chicken, Street Corn, Corn Chips, Cilantro, Pickled Jalapenos, Cheese
Chop Chop Lunch | $20
First Course
Barbacoa Burrito Bowl – Slow Cooked Beef Barbacoa, Cilantro Lime Rice, Black Beans, Grilled Vegetables, Roasted Corn Salsa, Crumbled Cotija Cheese, Chipotle Maple Crema
Second Course
Mexican Chocolate Crème Brûlée
Chop Chop Dinner | $45
First Course
Pork Carnitas Flautas – Pork Carnitas, Pickled Red Onion, Cotija Cheese, Cilantro, Lime Creme
Second Course
Chicken Enchiladas – Spiced Chicken, Corn Tortillas, Enchilada Sauce, Cheese, Sour Cream, Pico De Gallo, Jalapeno, Cilantro Rice
Third Course
Mexican Chocolate Crème Brûlée
Happinez Wine Bar
42 Princess St.
Phone: 634-7340
Connect: Facebook
Chop Chop Plate | $15
A chop chop plate with saucisson and cheese both local from La Ferme du Diamant and Fromagerie Au Fond des Bois, olives and baguette
VEGolution
26 Germain St.
Phone: 643-8401
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Chop Chop Plate | $15 (Vegan)
Pakora with Blueberry Chutney
Chop Chop Lunch | $20 (Vegan)
First Course
Soup
Second Course
Vegan Crispy Curry Chick’n Wrap
Chop Chop Dinner | $34 (Vegan)
First Course
Pakora with Blueberry Chutney
Second Course
Seared Tofu on Seasonal Vgetables, house Curry Sauce and Papadam
Third Course
Chai Creme Brûlée
Grannan’s Seafood & Grill
1 Market Square
Phone: 634-1555
Connect: Facebook
Chop Chop Plate | $14
Tapas Plate – Cold marinated mussels, in-house chicken & cheese empanada, beef skewers with chipolte dip.
Chop Chop Lunch | $17
First Course
Seafood Paella – Marinated mussels, jumbo shrimp, baby scallops, chorizo sausage, saffron Spanish rice, shredded parmesan, fresh basil.
Substitution available: switch seafood for char-crusted chicken
Second Course
Sweet Apple Empanada – House empanada, light and flakey, tossed with cinnamon sugar, topped with salted caramel, minted whipped cream, vanilla ice cream.
Chop Chop Dinner | $42
First Course
Crispy Fried Potato Taco – Russet mash, Pico de Gallo, shredded cheddar, pickled red onion, tequila sour cream.
Second Course
Spanish Style Chicken & Ribs – Braised. baby back pork ribs with costa del sol barbeque sauce, chimichurri slow roasted chicken, herb friend red potatoes and market vegetables.
OR
Char Crusted Halibut with Garlic Shrimp – Grilled and topped with garlic, white wine butter sauce, poached baby shrimp, served with spanish rice, market vegetables, citrus crema, fresh chives.
Third Course
Classic Basque Cheesecake from San Sebastián – Super creamy cheesecake with a delicious and uniquely ‘burnt’ top, fresh berries compote, whipped cream.
East Coast Bistro
60 Prince William St.
Phone: 696-3278
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Chop Chop Plate | $15 (vegetarian)
Potato & Cheddar Perogies – caramelized onions, house-made sauerkraut, sour cream
Chop Chop Lunch | $20 (GF/vegetarian/vegan)
Chipotle Ranch Fries – hand-cut fries, black pepper & bacon aioli + Harvest Salad: maple roasted apples, pickled butternut squash, pumpkin seeds, feta, arugula, mixed greens
Chop Chop Dinner | $45 (GF/vegetarian/vegan)
First Course
Chipotle Ranch Fries – hand-cut fries, black pepper & bacon aioli
OR
Harvest Salad: maple roasted apples, pickled butternut squash, pumpkin seeds, feta, arugula, mixed greens
Second Course
Moroccan Pork & Chickpea Tajine – spiced rice, citrus yogurt, crushed cashews
OR
Kale & Walnut Cannelloni: roasted garlic & butternut squash sauce, arugula & sunflower seeds
OR
Hot Honey Salmon Bowl: black beans, chipotle sweet potatoes, avocado-lime drizzle
Third Course
Donut Dunkaroo – warm powdered sugar donut holes, funfetti & chocolate fudge dips
OR
Caramel Apple Cobbler: cinnamon & dulce de leche ice cream
Churchills Pub & Steakhouse
10 Grannan St.
Phone: 648-2373
Connect: Facebook
Chop Chop Plate | $15
INTERNATIONAL BBQ – NORDIC
Hot Smoked Salmon – Horseradish Creme Fraiche / Pickled things / Crispy baguette
Chop Chop Lunch | $15
INTERNATIONAL BBQ – KOREAN
First Course
Korean Noodle Bowl – Smoked Chicken Broth / gochujang / shrooms / carrot cabbage / ginger soy pickled egg / cilantro / noodles
Second Course
Korean Pulled Pork Sandwich – 14hr oven roasted pulled pork / Korean BBQ Spice Gochujang BBQ sauce / Asian slaw / cilantro / sesame seeds
Served with korean bbq spiced kettle chips
Chop Chop Dinner | $45
INTERNATIONAL BBQ – AMERICA
First Course
Beer and Onion Soup – Caramelized onions / Paul Grannan Lager / smokey meat broth / baguette / Smoked Cheddar
Second Course
Tri Tip Steak w/ Autumn Succotash – Sous vide Steak, reverse seared / corn / butternut squash / smoked ham / navy beans / red onion / smoked onion jus
Third Course
Brownie from Hell – Triple Chocolate brownie / caramel sauce / Creme
Mashawi Syrian Food
96 Germain St.
Phone: 658-1471
Connect: Facebook
Chop Chop Plate | $15
Shawarma wrap with fries and can of Pepsi
Chop Chop Lunch | $20
Shawarma Plate – rice, shawarma wrap, fries, with can of Pepsi
Chop Chop Dinner | $45
3 Shawarma Poutine Plates with 3 cans of Pepsi
Beer Bread Pizza
7 Market Square
Phone: 652-1047
Connect: Facebook
Chop Chop Plate | $15
In house pickled vegetables, balsamic reduction, fresh burrata
Chop Chop Lunch | $20
First Course
Lunch size detroit style pizza topped with goat cheese, red onion, cherry tomato, bacon, balsamic glaze, parmesan, served with a side arugula salad dressed in house vinaigrette, and parmesan
Second Course
Sara’s signature dessert – chocolate raspberry cupcake, topped with italian meringue buttercream, and garnished with fresh mint and raspberry
Chop Chop Dinner | $45
First Course
A mini loaf of bread made with beer, spent grains, jalapeno, and cheddar, served with whipped honey spread
Second Course
Short rib stroganoff made with six-hour house braised short rib, egg noodles, and creamy rosemary veg sauce, served with two slices of fresh focaccia
Third Course
A slice of pumpkin spice cake with cream cheese filling and cinnamon sugar buttercream.
Italian By Night
97 Germain Street
Phone: 214-8259
Connect: Facebook
Chop Chop Dinner
First Course:
NEW YORK SLICE – Huge cheese, tomato and basil pizza slice
Second Course
PORCHETTA – POR / KET / TA – Crispy, slow roasted, rolled and stuffed pork belly, crackling, Yukon gold mashed potatoes, roasted root vegetables, pan gravy
OR
BEEF BRACIOLE – BRAH / JOLE – The quintessential Italian-American Sunday dinner. Fork tende beef stuffed with housemade sausage, Pecorino, fresh herbs, lemon zest then brasied in a rich tomato sauce served on linguine arrabiata
OR
FETTUCCINE ALFREDO CON POLLO – Chicken breast, parmesan cream sauce
Third Course
CANNOLI – Deep-fried cannoli cookie dipped in chocolate and stuffed with sweetened imported ricotta
Gahan House
87 Prince William St.
Phone: 214-8337
Connect: Facebook
Chop Chop Lunch | $20 (available until 4pm) (vegetarian option)
First Course
Fall Harvest Soup – potatoes, corn, carrots, peppers, onions, celery, peas, chick peas, fire roasted tomatoes
Second Course
Roasted Vegetable Baquette – pesto, brie, gouda, red peppers, red onions, zucchini, mushrooms, balsamic drizzle, garlic buttered baguette
OR
Beef Brisket Baguette – slow roasted beef brisket, sauteed onions and mushrooms, beef jus, horseradish aioli, garlic buttered baguette
Rocky’s Sports Bar
7 Market Square
Phone: 652-5452
Connect: Facebook
Chop Chop Lunch | $20
Bacon-mac and cheese burger – Bacon,Macaroni and cheese,melted mix cheese on a 6oz fresh beef patty
Chop Chop Dinner | $35
First Course
Chicken Alfredo Tortellini Soup
Second Course
Philly Steak Pasta – mushrooms, bell peppers, onion, peppercorn gravy on a bed of linguini noodles
Third Course
Chocolate Lava Cake
Thandi
33 Canterbury St.
Phone: 648-2377
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Chop Chop Plate | $15
Stuffed Cremini Mushroom – Cremini mushroom stuffed with crab and garnished with white gorgonzola sauce.
Chop Chop Lunch | $20
Tuesday October 31st 2023
Chili Gobhi & Tandoori Chicken Korma – Chicken thigh stuffed with minced chicken, Indian spices, roasted in a creamy korma sauce garnished with cashews. Chili Gobhi lightly battered cauliflower in a spicy chili sauce, garnished with spring onion and sesame seeds.
Wednesday November 1st , 20223
Kadhi Lamb Kebob & Vegetable Manchurian – Minced lamb infused with Indian Spices cooked in a rich tomato sauce, diced onions & peppers. Crisp vegetarian kofta in a sweet & sour sauce
Thursday November 2nd 2023
Chili Beef & Eggplant Potato Curry – Tender beef simmered in a spicy tomato sauce with onions & peppers. Seared eggplant and potatoes in an onion tomato sauce.
Friday November 3rd 2023
Coconut Shrimp Curry & Honey Chili Paneer – Shrimp cooked in a sweet coconut curry, mild spice garnished with roasted coconut flakes. Crisp fried paneer mixed with a tangy tomato and honey sauce
Second Course for all days
Ginger Sandwich Cookie
Chop Chop Dinner | $45
First Course
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup – Butternut squash and cool weather go together like they were made for each other—which, really, they were. Prepared rich and creamy the Thandi way.
Second Course
Fenugreek Chicken Curry
“Fenugreek seeds are one of the staple spices used in Indian cooking, with a sweet, nutty flavor reminiscent of maple syrup, add tender chicken, ginger, garlic yogurt, cream, and cashews
Or
10 OZ Coffee Crusted New York Strip
Grilled NY Strip seasoned and grilled to your liking served with Porcini sauce, garlic mashed potato and seasonal vegetables.
Third Course
House made Apple Cake with Hot Rum Sauce
Cask and Kettle Irish Gastropub
112 Prince William St.
Phone: 214-4391
Connect: Facebook
Chop Chop Plate | $15
Tempura Fried Shrimp – Tempura Fried Shrimp / Pickled Cabbage / Sweet Thai Chili Sauce / Microgreens
Chop Chop Lunch | $20
First Course
Curried Roasted Vegetable Soup – Peppers / Squash / Sweet Potato / Onions / Carrots / Zucchini / Tomato / Jalapeños / Cumin Chili Walnuts / Lime Sour Cream
Second Course
Philly Cheesesteak Grilled Cheese – Marinated Sirloin / Mushrooms / Onions /Peppers / Bourbon BBQ / Cheddar Cheese / Panini-style Sourdough
OR
Chipotle Chicken Quesadilla – Seasoned Chicken / Bacon Jam / Bell Peppers / Mushrooms / Chipotle Sauce / Mozza & Cheddar / Flour Tortilla
Chop Chop Dinner | $40
First Course
Scallop Ceviche w/Crostini – Lime Marinated Scallops / Cilantro / Onions / Garlic / Serrano Peppers / Cherry Tomatoes / Crostini
OR
Curried Roasted Vegetable Soup – Peppers / Squash / Sweet Potato / Onions / Carrots / Zucchini / Tomato / Jalapeños / Cumin Chili Walnuts / Lime Sour Cream
Second Course
Lemon Tarragon Chicken – Seared Chicken Breast / Celery Root Purée /Curry Roasted Carrots / Wilted Swiss Chard / Lemon Tarragon Cream Sauce
OR
Grilled Peppercorn Striploin – Grilled Striploin / Roasted Poblano Pepper / Herb Roasted Potato Stack / Green Peppercorn Sauce
Third Course
Boston Cream Cake – Chocolate Cake / Vanilla Pastry Cream / Milk Chocolate Ganache / Coffee Ice Cream / CaramelCheers!
Saint John Ale House
1 Market Square
Phone: 657-2337
Connect: Facebook
Chop Chop Plate
Classic Salad – A classic presentation of crisp iceberg and romaine lettuce, arugula, julienne beets, slices of boiled egg, homemade sourdough croutons, diced tomatoes, all served on a spinning salad bowl over ice.
Chop Chop Lunch (Vegetarian option)
Classic Prime Rib Beef Dip – Thinly sliced prime rib on a fresh baguette with caramelized onions, Swiss cheese, and creamy horseradish sauce, au jus served with a side of hand cut fries.
OR
Wedge Salad (Vegetarian) – Iceberg, cherry tomatoes, and crumbled blue cheese, “fake-con”, drizzled with buttermilk ranch
Chop Chop Dinner
First Course
French Onion Soup – Classic onion soup with toasted croutons and melted swiss cheese.
OR
Shrimp Cocktail – Chilled jumbo shrimp served with tangy cocktail sauce and lemon wedges.
Second Course
Prime Rib Dinner – Slow-roasted prime rib served with a choice of baked potato or brown butter mashed potatoes, creamed corn and creamed spinach.
OR
Salmon Oscar – Broiled salmon topped with crab meat, asparagus, and béarnaise sauce, acorn squash purée.
Third Course
Apple Blueberry crumble – House made blueberry apple crumble topped with chantilly cream and ice cream
OR
Stout Cake – Guinness cake sliced thinner, with warm whiskey caramel in a jar and powdered sugar garnish.
Lemongrass
1 Market Square
Phone: 657-8424
Connect: Facebook
Chop Chop Plate | $20
Thai Tuna Tartare – Lemongrass, lime leaves, fresh lime, fresh herbs, toasted rice powder
Chop Chop Lunch | $20 (served together for your convenience)
First Course
Som Tum Salad – green papaya, garlic, peanuts, tomato, chili, green beans
Second Course
Wonton soup – Pork & shrimp dumpling, Chinese bbq pork, egg noodles, bok choy
Chop Chop Dinner | $40
First Course
Veggie Samosas (2) – tamarind chutney, coconut chutney
Second Course
Northern Thai Chicken Curry – Pickled red onion, pickled mustard greens, fried wontons
Served with jasmine rice
Third Course
Mango Chocolate Cheesecake
Union House by Trailway
143 Union Street
Phone: 638-6466
Connect: Facebook
Chop Chop Plate | $15 (GF option)
Chop Chop Chorizo Burger – Two Smashed Chorizo Patties on a brioche bun, served with a spread of creamy Cilantro Aioli and packed with delicious crispy sweet onions. Served with our delicious hand cut French Fries. This dish is Dairy Free, and can be made Gluten Friendly as well.
Big Tide Brewing Co.
47 Princess Street
Phone: 214-3311
Connect: Facebook
Chop Chop Lunch | $20
(a la carte is available, pricing in brackets)
First Course:
Seafood Platter Bites with Side Breaded Skewers – Consisting of Haddock, Shrimp and Scallops Served with a Creamy Chipotle Cocktail Sauce and Your Choice of Side ($15)
OR
Baked Italian Meatball Sub with Side Italian Meatballs – Simmered in Marinara and Topped with Asiago & Parmesan then Baked on a Fresh Roll. Served with Your Choice of Side ($15)
Second Course
Double Decker Brownie Ice Cream Sandwich ($8)
OR
Peach Cobbler ($8)
Chop Chop Dinner | $37
(a la carte is available, pricing in brackets)
First Course:
Seafood Platter Bites – Breaded Skewers Consisting of Haddock, Shrimp and Scallops Served with a Creamy Chipotle Cocktail Sauce ($120
OR
Korean BBQ Beef Satays – Grilled Marinated Strips of Beef Tenderloin Served with Coconut Lime Sauce ($12)
Second Course
Spanish Chicken and Rice – Spiced Chicken Breast Topped with Parsley Mint Sauce and Paired with Spanish Rice and Veg Medley. ($20)
OR
Porka Porka Pork- Chorizo Stuffed Pork Tenderloin Wrapped in a Bacon Weave Topped with a Drizzle of Remoulade Sauce and Served with Roasted Potatoes and Veg Medley ($20)
Third Course
Double Decker Brownie Ice Cream Sandwich ($8)
OR
Peach Cobbler ($8)
Uptown Eatery
68 King St.
Phone: 631-0186
Connect: Facebook
Chop Chop Plate | $15 (Vegan, Vegetarian, and GF options)
Beet Hummus – Beet hummus, drizzled with olive oil and toped with Ricotta cheese, walnuts, black sesame, and mint leaves served with crostini Ask for Vegan option
Chop Chop Lunch | $20 (GF)
First Course
Morrocan Roasted Vegetable Soup
Second Course
Morrocan Chicken Kabob Skewers Served with cinnamon raisin basmati rice
Chop Chop Dinner | $40/$45 (GF & V options)
First Course
Season Fancy Salad (GF, V) – Romaine, mix green, roasted butternut squash, beets, Medjool dates, dried cranberry, almond, dijon champagne vinaigrette
Second Course
Chicken Creamy Beet Pasta ($40) – Diced chicken breast, pasta in a creamy beet ricotta sauce, walnuts, mint leaves
OR
Striploin steak ($45) (GF) – Grilled NY Strip loin 8oz, quinoa with raisins and almond, roasted baby carrots and potato
Third Course
Baklava – House made layers of file sheets filled with walnut, cinnamon and drizzled with honey syrup
Port City Royal
45 Grannan Street
Phone: 631-3714
Connect: Facebook
Chop Chop Plate | $15 (Vegetarian, and GF)
Deep Fried Avocado, Jalapeño Poppers and Queso & Chips
Chop Chop Dinner | $45 (GF)
First Course
Yellowfin Tuna Tostada with Cucumber and Salsa Macha
OR
Al Pastor Chicken Skewer with Peppers and Pine Mushrooms
Second Course
Tacos Served with Condiments: Carnitas or Pescado a la Veracruzano
Third Course
Rumchata Corn Cake with Dulce de Leche and Whipped Cream