The "Tomato Garden" Tasting
traditional & untraditional preparations
Bluefin Tuna Tartare
"smashed" avocado, crispy shallots, soy "pearls," benne seeds & wasabi oil
Sweet Corn Chowder
louisiana "popcorn" crawfish, fingerlings, pickled okra & chili threads
Roasted Bone Marrow
wild mushroom "marmalade," short rib jus, sunchoke pickles, parsley salad & parmesan crostini
Rainbow Trout Gravlax
charred haricot vert-potato hash, fried egg, raifort sauce, purslane & horseradish root
Steamed Black Pei Mussels
smoked tomato broth, garlic scape "pesto," pistachio oil & nono's basil
Lobster "Corn Dog"
sugar snap pea "slaw," grain mustard, radish, buttermilk & mint
"Surf & Turf" Potato Skins
braised short ribs, fried oysters, grilled onion "jam" & truffled crème fraîche
A "Bucket of Balls"
the federal's "famous" risotto balls with fresh black truffle butter & snipped chives
A Federal Favorite "Rerun"
bibb lettuce, maine crab, grilled asparagus, herb bread crumbs & basil vinaigrette
Red, White & Greens
radicchio, endive & arugula tossed with oregano vinaigrette, chevre, fried baby artichoke croutons & potato chips
Grilled Avocado
with king crab, ponzu, wasabi oil & pickled ginger
Skillet Seared Atlantic Salmon
tomato "carpaccio," "crushed" avocados, wasabi oil, king crab legs, spicy cukes & sriracha vinaigrette
Oven Roasted Atlantic Cod
potato puree, caramelized vidalia, crab stuffed zucchini flower & truffle jus
Grilled Maine Lobster"panzanella"
penne, wild arugula, sweet 100 tomatoes, garlic confit, sicilian caper vinaigrette & shaved parmesan
Roasted Organic Chicken Breast
creamed corn "risotto," shitakes, sugar snaps, parmesan, green tomato "relish" & wing confit
"Elephant Ear" Pork Rib Chop
broccoli rabe, pancetta, leeks, taleggio, sweet garlic-lemon butter & chili oil
Seared Sea Scallops
"crab cake hash," avocado-pea puree, padron peppers, piquillo vinaigrette & lime-sea salt aioli
Red Wine Braised Short Ribs "Gröstl"
crisp pork belly, vidalia o-rings, parsley root, marble pots, fried farm egg & bacon "cole slaw"
"The Federal Cook Out"
filet mignon, grilled lobster tail, "mexican corn," heirloom tomatoes, warm potato-bacon salad & bread and butter pickles
Rosemary Roasted Rack of Lamb
with "classic" mac and cheese, local corn, lamb "bacon", chanterelles & pecorino
Sashimi Grade Tuna "Au Poivre"
tomato "agrodolce" broth, calamari, fregola, pignoli "brittle" & sicilian green olives
Fried Calamari Pizza
fra diavolo tomato sauce, fried peppers, chick peas, fontina, lemon aioli & rocket
Lobster & Charred Asparagus Pizza
guanciale, fontina, thyme & truffle oil
The Classic Pizza
tomato, mozzarella & fresh basil
"Bronx" Pizza
pepperoni "pesto", tomato sauce, mozzarella, oregano, red onion & black cured olives
"Old School" Cheeseburger
no temperature - "just juicy" - special sauce, american cheese, carmelized onion & house frites
"Baked Potato" Ravioli
truffle butter, parmesan, chives, cracked black pepper & mascarpone
Vongole X2
imported "toasted" linguini, clams x2 - fried & roasted, arbol chilis, cannalini beans, parsley puree & lemon "shower cap"
Grilled Lobster Tails (3 Halves)
Pan - Crisped Codfish
Grilled Breaded Shrimp
Braised Beef Short Ribs
Roasted Rack of Lamb
Roasted Organic Chicken Breast
Skillet-Seared Salmon
Grilled Sashimi Grade Tuna
Seared Sea Scallops
Pan - Roasted Filet Mignon
"Elephant Ear" Pork Chop
A La Carte
mashed potatoes / house-cut french fries / "real" corn polenta / grilled asparagus / haricot vert / "mexican corn"
A La Carte
truffle butter / federal "A-1" sauce / bacon butter / red wine sauce / garlic butter
Half Grilled Lobster Tail
Rack of Grilled Breaded Shrimp
Slab of Seared Foie Gras
The Federal Tasting
seven courses
Appetizer, Soup or Salad
Entrée
Step into a world of flavor at The Federal Menu, where every dish is crafted with care and precision. Located at 135 Cooper St, Agawam, MA, this spot offers a delightful range of American comfort food, elevated to new heights. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty steak, a fresh salad, or a unique twist on classic favorites, there's something for everyone here. The menu perfectly balances creativity and tradition, ensuring every bite feels both familiar and exciting.
From appetizers to entrees, the food at The Federal promises to satisfy your cravings with a mix of rich flavors and high-quality ingredients. With a welcoming atmosphere and friendly service, this is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy a delicious meal.