About Us

VOTED Best Steakhouse, Best Seafood, Best Sunday Brunch by Times Argus. Come and enjoy one of Vermont’s most prized steakhouses. We are proud to offer aged and hand-cut in house beef, nightly roasted prime rib, specialty pastas, and fresh seafood. With a carefully selected wine list, six microbrews on tap, and an endless list of signature martinis, you’ll enjoy every moment spent dining with us!

Sunday Brunch & Holiday Feasts

Sunday Brunch is a time honored tradition at J. Morgan's Steakhouse. Enjoy chef prepared omelets, Belgian waffles, crepes, maple bourbon glazed ham, and many other delicious selections each week. Or join us for one of our legendary Holiday Feasts on Easter or Mothers Day. A sellout each year, the entire hotel staff team together to create a garden atmosphere and culinary variety you’ll never forget.

"J. Morgan's Steakhouse here in Montpelier makes a wonderful vanilla layer cake with strawberries that I can't live without."     Click here to see recipe printed in Bon Appetit

~ Louise Ziegler, Montpelier, VT

"Words cannot describe how fabulous the food was"

~ Doug & Angie
 

“Thanks to you and your staff the luncheon was a complete success. The food was excellent, the flower arrangements were beautiful and the cake was ‘to die for’”

~ Erika

Conferences

Conveniently located in the heart of Vermont’s capitol city, Montpelier, the Capitol Plaza Hotel & Conference Center offers a dedicated and knowledgeable event staff, quality food, and the latest technology. Our 9 conference rooms can accommodate events ranging from 3 people to 300 people.

Governors’ Ballroom

Our Governors’ Ballroom is Central Vermont’s largest and most elegant banquet room. This room can accommodate up to 300 people, making it ideal for a wedding, social event or conference.

Executive Boardroom

The Executive Boardroom is both private and elegant featuring a custom-made Cherry boardroom table that comfortably seats 20 people. Conferences held in this room include full food service from out satellite kitchen.

Ethan Allen Room

Cozy and cleverly decorated, the Ethan Allen Room is easily our most popular space for small events with less than 50 people.

Montpelier Room

The versatile Montpelier Room is split into two convenient levels. Conduct your event on one level, while dining on another level – conferences don’t get any simpler than this!

Boardroom 232

Simple, private, and well-designed, Boardroom 232 is the ideal meeting place for groups of 10 or less.

Boardrooms 335 & 338

These meeting rooms can be used as boardrooms for 20 people or theatre rooms for 40 people. Just let us know what you need, and we’ll make it happen!

Here’s what some of our conference guests have to say about our facilities:

“Our Class would like to ‘thank you’ for a wonderful 50th Reunion. The room and food were great and your bartenders and wait staff were excellent!!”

“Our conference was a huge success thanks to the diligence and expertise of the Capitol Plaza staff. From our inquiry months ago to clean-up, there was not a hitch!”

“… I would like to extend my gratitude for a super job on our Holiday party. Everything was perfect!”

“… thank you for making the planning of this annual event pretty much effortless on my part”

If you are a group planner seeking information about our meeting and conference services, please fill out the Request for Information Form. A sales manager will respond shortly via email or phone. If you would prefer to speak with us directly, please call us at 1-800-274-5252 or 802-223-5252. We look forward to assisting you with your next event.

Dinner Menu

WE ARE PROUD TO SAY THAT WE PREPARE EVERYTHING TO ORDER.
Teriyaki Chicken Skewers 8.99
Tender chicken marinated in our own sauce,
grilled with fresh pineapple and served with
peanut noodles and fresh scallions.
Our Famous Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
“THESE ARE NO WHIMPY SHRIMP” 14.99
You can add more for $4.00 per
Honey Pub Chicken or Shrimp
Boneless white chicken tenders or tender
shrimp fried and tossed in our
sweet and glazy hot sauce.
With celery and blue cheese slaw. WOW!
½ lb of Shrimp 9.99 or Chicken 8.99
Chicken Quesadilla 8.99
Baked flour tortilla filled with grilled chicken
Pepper Jack cheese, scallions,
black beans and corn.
Served with a cilantro sour cream and salsa.
The Onion Ring Tower 8.99
Extra large & extra crunch, served with
peppercorn ranch and BBQ dipping sauce.
Warm Artichoke & Spinach Dip 7.99
Garlicky and cheesy with garlic parmesan
bread crumbs and crispy chips.
Chef’s Whim Soup 3.99
Baked French Onion Soup 4.99
Parmesan Truffle Shoestring Fries 9.99
Crispy fries drizzled with white truffle oil and
tossed with freshly grated parmesan cheese.
Chef Special Stuffed Portabella Cap 9.99
Ask your server about today’s creation.
Fried Shrimp or Fried Calamari 9.99
Seasoned and lightly battered.
Served with our tangy remoulade or cocktail.
Fred’s Style Calamari or Shrimp 10.99
Fried then tossed lightly with spicy
Pepperoncini rings, white wine, garlic,
roasted red peppers and butter.
Saffron Mussels 10.99
Sautéed with garlic, tomatoes, onions,
Saffron, white wine and butter.
Mussels Fra Diablo 9.99
Spicy marinara sauce with garlic toast.
Millionaires Cake 12.99
Maine lobster, lump crab, shrimp, garlic,
onions fresh herbs and parmesan cheese.
Pan Seared and served on a bed a spinach
with a lemon caper butter sauce.
All Pasta Dishes Come With
Our Signature House Salad; whole leaf romaine, grape tomatoes; Kalamata olives and gorgonzola.
Or add $1.99 For Our Classic Caesar Salad with or without anchovies. Or
Our Wedge Salad : Iceberg with blue cheese dressing, apple smoked bacon, tomato & red onions.
J.Morgan’s Thin Spaghetti ~ Grape tomatoes, fresh basil, onions & garlic in an olive oil white wine
butter sauce tossed with fresh shrimp & fresh mozzarella balls. 17.99 Without Shrimp 12.99
Smoked Salmon Alfredo ~ Smoked salmon, baby peas and linguini all tossed in a
gorgonzola parmesan cream sauce. 18.99 Without Salmon 14.99
Pesto Scallops ~ Jumbo sea scallops, bacon, tomatoes, onions, pine nuts in a
pesto parmesan sauce over linguini. 21.99 Don’t want bacon? Just say so.
Lobster Mac and Cheese ~ Our velvety four cheese sauce tossed with Cavatappi pasta and topped
with the meat of a whole Maine lobster and garlic butter crumbs. 24.99 WOW!
Mediterranean ~ Grilled chicken tossed with artichoke hearts,
Greek olives, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, basil, rosemary, onions, garlic, olive oil,
white wine, butter, Feta cheese and penne. 17.99 W/o chicken 13.99
Polo Loco ~ Boneless chicken in a butter garlic sauce with diced tomatoes over penne. 16.99
Roasted Veggie Pasta ~ With fire roasted vegetables, tomato, roasted garlic, mushrooms, artichoke
hearts and Chevre cheese surrounded with a chunky style marinara. 14.99
Veal Piccata ~ Thin strips of tender veal sautéed in a lemon caper
Beurre blanc sauce over thin spaghetti. 18.99
Herb Chicken & Mushrooms ~ Chef’s blend of fresh herbs with
Portabella, Shiitake and New England mushrooms in a light white wine butter sauce
with sun-dried tomatoes, roasted garlic and baby spinach over thin spaghetti. 17.99
The State of Vermont requires that all restaurants post the following notice: **Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry,
shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions**
For parties of six or more and for parties with separate checks, an 18% gratuity will be added to your bill.
All Our Meat Is Aged A Minimum of 3 week and Trimmed Tight for Optimal Tenderness.
**USDA Aged In-House and Hand Cut Daily**
Rare = cool dark red center, MR = warm red center, M = pink center
MW = almost no pink center, Well = no pink center
(Not Responsible for Well cooked meats)
~ New York Strips Steaks ~
Seasoned, Grilled with Shoe String Fried Onions or Add a Topping From Below
16oz 28.99 12oz 21.99 8oz 19.99
~ Rib Eye Steaks ~
Seasoned, Grilled with Shoe String Fried Onions or Add a Topping From Below
16oz 26.99 12oz 22.99
~ Porcini Mushroom Rubbed Rib Eye ~ ~ Montreal Seasoned Rib Eye ~
Seared, Then Served with 8 year Old Balsamic Grilled Then Topped With a Roasted
Vinegar and Caramelized Shallots. Garlic Compound Butter.
16oz 31.99 12oz 26.99 16oz 27.99 12oz 23.99
~ Teriyaki Sirloin Steak ~
House Made Teriyaki, Marinated Sirloin Steak, Grilled Then Glazed and
Served with Fried Wontons, Scallions, Sesame and Grilled Pineapple
8oz 18.99
~ Our Special Bone-in Cuts ~
Cowboys, Porterhouses, Kansas City (Bone-in NY Strip), Veal Chops, Pork Chops & More
See what’s available tonight
~ Center Cut Filet Mignon ~
Pan seared and roasted to perfection with roasted garlic demi-glace.
10oz 27.99 ~ 7oz 20.99
~ Prime Rib of Beef ~
Aged in-house, rubbed with cracked black pepper, Kosher salt and fresh garlic.
Slow roasted daily. Get It While It Lasts!
16 oz. 26.99 12 oz. 22.99 (House Cut) 8oz. 19.99
~ What’s Your Favorite Steak Topping? $2.00 ~
J.Morgan’s Perfect Style, Topped with Fresh Herbs, Garlic and 100% EVOO
BBQ Whiskey Glaze Topped with Caramelized Onions, Shallots and Garlic
Brown Sugar Espresso Rubbed, Seared on Cast Iron (And yes, it’s decaf)
Sautéed Mushrooms, Onion and Melted Swiss Cheese
A u P o u ive wi th Bra ndy Peppercorn Cream Sauce
M e l t e d Blue C heese & Dijon Mustard
Mushroom Marsala Sauce
~ Sides Perfect For Sharing, Or Not ~
Creamed Spinach Topped with Fried Onions $4.00
Parmesan Truffle Shoestring Fries $4.50
½ Portion of Scallops or Shrimp Scampi $7.99
Whole Steamed Maine Lobster or ½ lb of Alaskan King Crab $14.99
Jumbo Grilled Shrimp with Sautéed Garlic Spinach $8.99
(Available with meals only)
Our Signature House Salad; Whole Leaf Romaine, Grape Tomatoes, Kalamata Olives and Gorgonzola.
(Our Classic Caesar Salad with or without Anchovies and Homemade Croutons
Our Wedge Salad; Iceberg Lettuce, Grape Tomatoes, Bacon, Red Onion
and Thick Blue Cheese Dressing may be added for 1.99)
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Chef’s Fresh Vegetables of the Day and A Choice of One of Our Starches:
Blue Cheese Topped Garlic Smashed Red Bliss Potatoes, Buttery Mashed Potatoes,
Seasoned Baked Potato (load it with sour cream, cheese, bacon & scallions for 1.00),
Whole Baked Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon Sugar Butter, Chef’s Special Starch ,
French-Fries or Sweet Potato Fries.
Rack of Lamb A whole rack crusted with pistachio nuts,
garlic, rosemary, bread crumbs and Dijon mustard. 22.99
Mint Lamb Lollipops A whole rack of New Zealand lamb chops sliced & marinated with fresh
herbs, 100% EVOO, garlic and sherry. Grilled and served with fresh apple mint jelly. 21.99
Bacon Wrapped Pork Filets If you like pork you will love these tender filets.
Two 5oz pork filets double basted with a honey soy maple glaze.
Served with a wedge of fresh grilled pineapple. 18.99
Pomegranate Glazed Duck Half duck roasted crispy with a
pomegranate balsamic reduction. 20.99
Chicken or Veal Marsala Thin cutlets pan seared with shallots, mushrooms,
butter and sweet Marsala wine. Chicken 18.99 Veal 18.99
Chicken Vermont Boneless breast of chicken topped with honey mustard,
ham and cheddar cheese then baked to perfection. 18.99
Chicken Français Boneless breast of chicken floured, egg washed, pan seared and
finished with a lemon butter caper sauce and fresh baby spinach. 18.99
Baked Stuffed Jumbo Shrimp
Stuffed with more Shrimp, garlic butter
crumbs and Swiss cheese. $21.99
Shrimp Scampi J.Morgan’s Style
Large shrimp lightly floured and sautéed
with lots of garlic, butter,
white wine and a hint of lemon.
Your choice: pasta or starch. $20.99
Honey Soy Glazed Scallops
Jumbo scallops glazed with our honey sauce
and served on a bed of sautéed spinach,
onions and crisp bacon. $20.99
Blackened Jumbo Scallops
Jumbo Scallops dredged in Cajun spice,
Cooked on a cast iron skillet and
served with grilled fresh pineapple a
cooling cilantro sour cream. $19.99
Scallops L’Orange
Jumbo scallops pan seared in an orange
essence beaur blanc sauce with grape
tomatoes, shallots and baby spinach. 19.99
Alaskan King Crab Legs
1 ½ lb steamed and served with garlic
parsley butter and lemon. $31.99
Baked Maine Lobster
Stuffed with shrimp & garlic butter crumbs
And topped with Swiss cheese. $26.99
Captain’s Platter
Fresh white fish , jumbo sea scallops, large
shrimp, calamari and fried zucchini in our
seasoned batter, fried and served with our
homemade lemon caper tartar sauce $23.99
Parmesan Crusted Salmon
Rolled in a parmesan herb crumbs, baked
served with a lemon béchamel sauce. 18.99
Maple Roasted Salmon
Pan seared and served with a
maple ginger sauce. 18.99
Orange Pistachio Crusted Salmon
Topped with a pistachio, orange zest, honey
and panko crumbs baked and served with an
orange béchamel sauce. 19.99
Tilapia Français
Tilapia filet floured, egg washed, pan seared
and finished in the oven with a lemon butter
caper sauce and fresh baby spinach. 18.99
Grilled Mahi Mahi
Grilled and topped with a light lemon Dijon
vinaigrette with julienne red onions, capers
on a bed of sautéed spinach. 17.99
Steamed Maine Lobster
Served with garlic butter and lemon.
One lobster 24.99 or Two lobsters 35.99
The State of Vermont requires that all restaurants post the following notice: **Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry,
shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions**
For parties of six or more and for parties with separate checks, an 18% gratuity will be added to your bill.
Asian Chicken or Shrimp Salad
Mixed greens with cilantro, green onion, carrots and red & white shredded cabbage, Topped with Tandori
marinated chicken or shrimp, fresh oranges and sesame seeds. Tossed in a honey-lime vinaigrette and
drizzled with peanut sauce and crispy wontons. Chicken $10.99 ~ Sautéed Shrimp 12.99
Barbecued Shredded Chicken
Romaine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, avocado, fresh corn & black beans tossed in our ranch dressing,
then topped with barbecued shredded chicken. Served with tortilla chips & jalapeno corn bread. 10.99
The Mediterranean
Romaine lettuce, Greek olives, red onions, cucumbers, tomatoes,
Feta cheese and chickpeas. Tossed in a light herb olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing. 8.99
Add 1/2lb sautéed shrimp or Grilled Tilapia. 12.99
J.Morgan’s Great Cobb
Chicken, bacon, tomatoes, avocado, scallions, egg, cheddar cheese and gorgonzola
over chopped romaine & served with a creamy honey mustard dressing.
Grilled Chicken 10.99 ~ Sautéed Shrimp 12.99 ~ Grilled Steak 13.99
Our Giant Caesar with Your Favorite Topping
The Classic with anchovies. 7.99 ~ Grilled Chicken. 10.99
Grilled Salmon, Grilled Steak, Fried Calamari or Popcorn Shrimp 13.99
Steak Tip Salad
Chopped romaine, mescaline, green beans, tomatoes, scallions and gorgonzola cheese all tossed in our sweet
balsamic and herb oil dressing. Topped with Montreal seasoning grilled steak and topped
with homemade shoe string onion rings. 12.99
The Sandwiches below come with French Fries, Sweet Potato Fries or Fresh Fruit Salad.
Our Famous Montreal Burger
Freshly ground Filet, New York Strip and Rib-eye burgers. It’s truly amazing.
Seasoned with Montreal steak seasoning and topped with Gorgonzola cheese. Want it plain? Just ask.
Served on a ciabatta roll with lettuce, tomato and onion. 9.99 Add Bacon 1.50
Open Faced Seared Steak Sandwich
Seared thick cut prime rib topped with sautéed mushrooms, onions and
melted Swiss cheese on grilled garlic toast. 12.99
Steakhouse Style Gyro Tender shaved seasoned beef, tomatoes, onions and shredded lettuce
on a soft grilled pita with Taziki sauce. 9.99
Wasabi Grilled Mahi Mahi Sandwich Teriyaki marinated, grilled and served with
paper thin cucumbers and red onion topped with Wasabi mayo on ciabatta. 9.99
Fish Fajita Sautéed onions & mixed peppers, with a healthy portion of seasoned white fish,
with diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, cilantro, cheddar cheese & fresh salsa. 9.99
Blackened Tilapia Sandwich Dusted with our own Cajun spices, cooked on cast iron and served on a roll
with LTO and Louisiana remoulade sauce. 9.99
The Plaza Club Fresh roasted and hand carved turkey breast with bacon, lettuce and tomato on
homemade cranberry pecan bread with mayo and cranberry chutney. 8.99
Barbecue Pulled Pork Topped with our Cole slaw and Monteray Jack cheese. 8.99
California Chicken Sandwich Grilled chicken, bacon, cheddar and LTO.
Served on a toasted ciabatta roll with an avocado spread. 9.99
Grilled Garden Burger topped with a goat cheese, roasted red pepper, onion,
spinach and tomato spread on ciabatta roll with lettuce, tomato and onion. 9.99
Thin and Crispy with Designer Toppings and Comes with a Choice of One of Our House Salads
Three Cheese ~ Fresh Roma tomatoes, garlic, a touch of marinara, basil, mozzarella,
provolone and parmesan cheese. 10.99
VT Chevre & Wild Mushroom Pizza ~ Blend of mushrooms, red onions, black olives,
toasted pine nuts, fresh herbs, garlic, mozzarella and Chevre cheese . 10.99
Mediterranean Pizza ~ Garlic and olive oil crust topped with red onions, black olives,
fresh spinach, artichokes, Feta & mozzarella cheese. 10.99
Hawaiian Pizza ~ Fresh pineapple, Canadian bacon, marinara and mozzarella cheese. 10.99
The State of Vermont requires that all restaurants post the following notice: **Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry,
shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions**
For parties of six or more and for parties with separate checks, an 18% gratuity will be added to your bill.

Weddings

When you leave the wedding planning to us, you’ll tie the knot knowing that every last detail has been taken care of. At the Capitol Plaza, we know that you’ve been dreaming of your wedding day for a long time. That’s why we offer you the best possible wedding day packages available.

No matter what your budget may be, your wedding day can be all that you desire. We offer packages ranging from simple dinners that include wedding cake and champagne to elaborate feasts fit for royalty. Our ballroom is the epitome of elegance, while one of our smaller banquet rooms is the perfect place for a memorable rehearsal dinner.

Our experienced staff can help you plan each intimate detail of your wedding celebration. Transportation, flowers, decorations -- from your engagement party to your farewell brunch, we have your every wish in mind.

“…the service was stellar, and the prices were more than reasonable for such a high level of quality”