Markohs Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to Markohs, the charming gem nestled in downtown Ayer, MA. This delightful café and eatery offers a unique blend of small plates and fresh salads that celebrate homey flavors and local ingredients. Begin your culinary journey with their delicious meatballs, hand-rolled and served in rich marinara, or savor the crispy fried cheese curds, perfectly paired with Lucia's marinara sauce. The bruschetta stands out with a harmonious mix of feta, tomatoes, and kalamata olives, ideal for sharing.
For those craving something lighter, the mozzarella caprese and the refreshing Greek salad are great options. The ambiance is warm, family-friendly, and inviting, making it the perfect spot for everyone. Guests rave about the quick service and hearty meals, echoing the commitment Markohs has towards quality and customer satisfaction. Join us to experience homemade care in every bite!
Big Plates
Salmon Florentine
Oven-roasted Atlantic salmon with sauteed baby spinach, lemon, capers, tomatoes & lemon butter white wine beurre blanc. Served with creamy Parmesan Risotto.
Eggplant Stack
Breaded eggplant cutlets, ricotta, Parmesan & mozzarella cheese with fresh basil, tomato & garlic sauce.
Beef Stroganoff
Fork tender beef with a mushroom and sour cream pan gravy, tossed with house made pappardelle pasta
Fish & Chips
Alaskan fried pollock with French fries, coleslaw & tartar sauce.
Buffalo Alfredo
Fettuccini Alfredo with a spicy buffalo sauce
Chicken Tenders
Fried breaded chicken tenders served with fries and coleslaw.
The Big Shorty
Slow-braised boneless beef short ribs served with creamy Parmesan risotto. gluten free
Smokehouse Pasta
Spicy Chorizo sausage & sliced chicken breast with a caramelized onion & smoked Gouda cream sauce tossed with rigatoni pasta
Fettuccine Alfredo
High-end Italian mac n cheese - handmade fettuccini, butter, cream, Parmesan - the Ferrari of mac & cheese.
Pepper Cheese Steak Tips
Bourbon marinated sirloin tips served with boursin cheese stuffed peppadew peppers, crispy bacon & garlic mashed potatoes
Lasagna
Layers of pasta, house-made marinara & 4 cheeses (ricotta, mozzarella, provolone & Parmesan) with your choice of marinara sauce or bolognese.
Haddock & Scallops
Fresh haddock & scallops brushed with sour cream and baked with a caramelized Parmesan cheese topping. Served with creamy Parmesan Risotto.
Filet Mignon
Center cut, lightly seasoned tenderloin steak finished with demi glaze and served with sauteed vegetable & mashed potatoes.
Chicken Parmesan
Breaded cutlet with it marinara, mozzarella & pasta marinara.
Tenderloin Medallions
Pan-seared tenderloin medallions with a light cherry tomato, basil, olive & garlic sauce served over fresh handmade fettuccine pasta.
Steak & Garlic Shrimp
Tenderloin medallions topped with shrimp sauteed with garlic, EVOO & fresh chopped parsley with a fresh lemon zest mont au beurre served with garlic mashed potatoes.
Garden Salad
Fresh spring mixed greens, tomato, onion, cucumber, garlic herb croutons & shredded cheese.
Mother Earth
Fresh spring mixed greens, port-soaked cranberries, candied pecans, Gorgonzola cheese & raspberry balsamic dressing.
Caesar Salad
Fresh crisp romaine hearts, Parmesan cheese, croutons, house-made creamy Parmesan Caesar dressing & anchovies.
Mozzarella Caprese
Fresh mozzarella cheese with ripe tomato, fresh basil, EVOO & balsamic reduction.
Greek Salad
Fresh diced tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, kalamata olives & chunks of feta cheese, marinated with EVOO, white balsamic & oregano over a bed of spring mix.
Iceberg Wedge
Iceberg wedge salad topped with blue cheese dressing, diced tomato, crumbled blue cheese & crispy bacon bits.
Salads
Poutine Style
Smokestack Poutine
Spicy Chorizo sausage with a caramelized onion and smoked Gouda cheese sauce over crispy french fries
Short Rib Poutine
Slow-braised short ribs with a vegetable demi glace and fried cheese curds.
Buffalo Chicken Poutine
Boneless chicken breast, in a creamy blue buffalo-style hot sauce topped with bleu cheese crumbles.
"The Bear" Poutine
Inspired by Hulu's hit series "The Bear" - Markoh's style Italian Braised Beef made with pickled veggies, hot peppers and provolone cheese over garlic mashed potatoes
Bolognese Gorgonzola
Lucia's meat and tomato bolognese sauce with chopped onion, tomato & Gorgonzola crumbles.
Braised Beef Poutine
Shredded braised sirloin, demi-glace gravy and fried cheese curds.
Poutine Fries
French fries and cheese curds topped with our red wine demi-glace.
Crispy Chicken BLT Caesar Wrap
Crispy fried chicken, bacon, tomato & romaine lettuce Caesar salad in a flour tortilla.
Chicken Parm Sub
Breaded chicken cutlets on baked garlic bread sub roll with marinara & mozzarella cheese.
Single Bacon Smashburger
1/4 lb burger, bacon, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, & pickles.
BLT Wrap
Bacon, lettuce, tomato on a flour tortilla with chipotle aioli.
Double Smashburger
2 patties each 1/4 lb burger, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, & pickles.
Buffalo Chicken Samich
Crispy fried buffalo chicken breast with bleu cheese, bacon, lettuce & tomato.
The Bear
Inspired by Hulu's hit series "The Bear" - Markoh's version of an Italian braised beef sandwich made with pickled vegetables, hot peppers & provolone cheese on ciabatta bread
Double Bacon Smashburger
2 patties each 1/4 lb burger, bacon, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, & pickles.
Chicken Samich
Crispy fried chicken, cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato & chipotle aioli.
Single Smashburger
1/4 lb burger, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, & pickles.
Meatball Sub
Meatballs & marinara sauce topped with Parmesan cheese.
Sandwiches
Silverware - Sauces
Silverware - Sauces
Brussels Sprouts
Crispy fried Brussels sprouts tossed with bacon and Markoh's own maple syrup. gluten free
Baked Peppadews
Baked peppadew peppers stuffed with boursin cheese and topped with crispy bacon
Cheesy Garlic Bread
Garlic bread topped with melted mozzarella, garlic and Parmesan. vegetarian
Little Shorty
Slow-braised boneless short ribs with Parmesan risotto. gluten free
New England Clam Chowder
NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDA Gluten Free
Bruschetta
Our baked garlic bread topped with feta cheese, diced tomato, kalamata olives & diced onion, marinated with fresh herbs EVOO finished with balsamic reduction. vegetarian
Fried Pickles
Southern style crispy fried dill pickle chips served with our own honey chipotle aioli
Pot Stickers
Spicy ginger & pork dumplings with spicy-sweet, ginger soy sauce.
Poutine Fries
French fries and cheese curds topped with our red wine demi-glace.
Jalapeno Poppers
Cream cheese stuffed, breaded jalapenos with house made marinara sauce.
Coconut Shrimp
Coconut battered shrimp with a spicy-sweet, boozy orange jam.
Meatballs
Six hand-made meatballs in marinara sauce with Parmesan cheese.
Fried Cheese Curds
Panko battered cheddar cheese curds served with Lucia's marinara sauce