Chef’s Playlist Tasting Menu with Beverage Pairings at Darby’s

At Darby’s, the Chef’s Playlist Menu plays like a well-loved record pulled from the shelf—soulful, generous, and impossible not to tap your foot to. Inspired by Chef Robin Gill’s trumpet-playing father and the golden age of jazz clubs in New York and Chicago, this experience blends food, fire, and rhythm into a night that feels both nostalgic and joyfully alive. 

The evening kicks off on an upbeat note, like a bright horn section cutting through the room. Freshly shucked oysters from Britain and Ireland arrive first, briny and clean, paired with a crisp, saline-driven cocktail or a chilled glass of minerally white wine that snaps you to attention. Warm bread from the in-house bakery follows, best enjoyed with a light, sessionable ale or a citrusy aperitif that keeps things breezy and social.

Plates designed for sharing roll out in generous fashion: seasonal vegetables kissed by fire, whole-animal cuts butchered and aged on site, and large-format meats grilled over open flames. This is where Darby’s NYC grill soul meets Irish heart with bold flavors, honest cooking, and a respect for the craft behind every ingredient. 

The finale is pure Darby’s: comforting, celebratory, and just a little indulgent. Desserts nod to classic Americana with a British and Irish accent, paired with a final drink that invites you to linger. Sláinte.