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    • Local Meets Contemporary Cuisine

    Fresh caught local seafood, innovative fare, and unforgettable tastes – the Rusty Pelican of Tampa Bay offers a culinary experience for the books. 

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    The Rusty Pelican offers something for everyone to enjoy – from fresh seafood to savory cuts of meat. Experience favorites like Crab-Stuffed Gulf Grouper, Atlantic Salmon, and new dishes featuring Sunflower Seed Crusted Halibut, Roasted Half Chicken, and our Rusty Pelican Board for Two: Crispy Whole Local Snapper, Lobster and Shrimp Risotto, New York Strip and 50/50 Mashed.

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    Starters

    • Crispy Brussels Sprouts

      Thai Chili Glaze, Young Coconut, Basil, Mint | $15

    • Rusty Sliders

      Truffle-Bacon-Onion Marmalade, Moody Bleu’s Smoked Blue Cheese, Spicy Ketchup | $18

    • Crab Cake

      Roasted Garlic & Mustard Aioli, Brussel Sprout Sweet Potato Slaw, and Warm Bacon Vinaigrette| $20

    • Key West Conch Fritters

      Piña Colada Dipping Sauce, Fresh Lime and Cilantro | $17

    • Blackened Scallops

      Blood Orange Preserve and Segments | $19

    • Fried Calamari

      Tempura Peppers and Onions, Citrus Buffalo Aio | $21

    • Coconut Shrimp

      Orange-Ginger Marmalade, Pickled Fresno Peppers | $19

    Raw Bar

    • Salmon Tartare

      Nikkei Soy Sauce, Citrus Avocado, Edamame Smash, Pickled Fresno Peppers | $19

    • Shrimp Cocktail

      Citrus Poached Shrimp, Ancho Chile Cocktail Sauce, Lemon | $19

    • Snow Crab Legs

      Served Chilled or Steamed with Drawn Butter, Cocktail Sauce, Lemon | $38 per lb

    • Chilled Seasonal Oysters

      Half Dozen, East and West Coast, Ancho Chili Cocktail Sauce, Pink Peppercorn & Champagne Mignonette | $24

      East Coast - Briny flavor, salty and a bit sweet with a clean taste of the ocean

      West Coast - Mild and plump, slightly salty with bright notes of melon and cucumbe

    • Seafood Tower

      Seafood Tower

      East & West Coast Oysters, Poached Shrimp, Chilled Cold Water Lobster and Florida Stone Crab, Salmon Tartare, Pink Peppercorn & Champagne Mignonette, Passionfruit & Thyme Granita, Ancho Chili Cocktail, Charred Lemon

      Petite (Serves 2) | $90

      Imperial (Serves 4) | $175

    Liquid & Leaf

    • French Onion

      Vidalia Onions, Crouton, Vermont Cheddar, and Provolone Cheese | $11

    • Little Gem Caesar Salad

      Shaved Parmesan, Garlic Roasted Croutons, Crisp Capers | $15

    • Organic Greens

      Avocado, Tomatoes, Toasted Quinoa, Smoked Tomato Vinaigrette | $15

    • Lobster and Mango Salad

      Lobster, Mango, Avocado, Crisp Greens, Pickled Onions, Peppers, Citrus Dressing | $22

    RP Signature Items

    • Surf and Turf

      Filet Mignon, Butter Poached Half Lobster Tail, 50/50 Mashed, Grilled Broccolini, Garlic Confit | $74

    • Rusty Pelican Board for Two

      Crispy Whole Local Snapper, Lobster and Shrimp Risotto, New York Strip, 50/50 Mashed | $125

    Specialties

    • Lobster and Shrimp Risotto

      Fresh Butter Poached Lobster, Marinated Gulf Shrimp, Snow Peas and Carrots | $42

    • Blackened Swordfish

      Sweet Potato Puree, Broccolini, Roasted Jalapeño Lime Dressing, Crispy Fried Plantain | $39

    • Miso-Marinated Chilean Sea Bass

      Miso-Marinated Chilean Sea Bass

      Forbidden Black Thai Rice, Grilled Broccolini, Sweet Chili Sauce | $42

    • Crispy whole local snapper

      Creamy Coconut Orzo, Arugula, and Grilled Corn Salad, Roasted Jalapeño Lime Dressing | $39

    • Crab-Stuffed Gulf Grouper

      Jumbo Crab, Basil Garlic Beurre Blanc, Herbed Risotto | $37

    • Roasted Half Chicken

      Honey Roasted Root Vegetables, Sweet Potato Puree | $34

    • Atlantic Salmon

      Garlic Caper Butter Sauce, 50/50 Mashed, Seasonal Vegetables | $35

      Upgrade to Crab-Stuffed Salmon +$8

    • Honey Roasted Root Vegetables

      Grilled Broccolini, Sweet Potato Puree, Almondine, Lemon Preserved | $28

      vegetarian

    • Sunflower Seed Crusted Halibut

      50/50 Mashed, Wild Mushrooms, Sea Beans, Red Pepper Coulis | $41

    Butcher Cuts

    Our steaks are hand-cut, chargrilled at 1400 degrees, served with Roasted Cioppolini Onion and a choice of one side
    • Filet Mignon 8oz

      Filet Mignon 8oz

      $44

    • New York Strip Reserve 12oz

      $48

    • Bone-In Ribeye 18oz

      $60

    • Steak enhancements

      Garlic Shrimp +$14 | Scallops +$16 | Lobster Tail 8 oz +$38

    Sides

    • 50/50 Mashed

      50/50 Mashed

      Yukon Gold Potatoes, Butter, Cream, Chives, Potato “Hay” | $10

    • Sweet Potato Puree

      $10

    • Grilled Broccoli and Broccolini

      Garlic Confit, Chili Flakes, Broccoli Puree | $10

    • Rusty Fries

      Parmesan, Rosemary, Parsley | $9

    • Forbidden Black Thai Rice

      $9

    • Creamy Coconut Orzo

      Spiced Toasted Coconut Flakes | $9

    • Honey Roasted Root Vegetables

      Sweet Potato Puree, Almondine, Preserved Lemon | $14

      vegan

    Order from our a la carte Saturday and Sunday brunch menu with brunch and lunch specialties. Try brunch items including Fried Chicken & Waffles, Hangover Hash with Braised Prime Rib, Crab Cake Benedict and enjoy classic favorites like Crab Legs, Slow Roasted Prime Rib, Belgian Waffles, Omelets and more! Available every Saturday and Sunday from 10:30am - 2pm.

    And what's Brunch without mimosas? Try our Mimosas by the Bottle featuring flavors like Watermelon Lime, Cucumber Mint, Pineapple Peach, and Classic Orange.

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    Mimosas by The Bottle $42

    Mix & match with these flavors

    • Watermelon Lime

    • Cucumber Mint

    • Pineapple Peach

    • Classic Orange

    Brunch Cocktails

    • Bloody Mary

      A Brunch Classic with Vodka, Mild or Spicy | $7

    • Screwdriver

      Vodka, Fresh Orange Juice | $7

    • Bay Breeze

      Vodka, Cranberry Juice, Pineapple Juice | $7

    • House Margarita

      Tequila, Triple Sec, Lime Juice, On the Rocks | $7

    Starters

    • Crab Cake

      Brussels Sprout Sweet Potato Slaw with Warm Bacon Vinaigrette, Roasted Garlic & Mustard Aioli | $20

    • Key West Conch Fritters

      Piña Colada Dipping Sauce, Fresh Lime and Cilantro | $17

    • Blackened Scallops

      Blood Orange Preserve and Segments | $19

    • Calamari

      Tempura Peppers and Onions, Citrus Buffalo Aioli | $21

    Raw Bar

    • Salmon Tartare

      Salmon Tartare

      Nikkei Soy Sauce, Citrus Avocado, Edamame Smash, Pickled Fresno Peppers | $19

    • Shrimp Cocktail

      Citrus Poached Shrimp, Ancho Chile Cocktail Sauce, Lemon | $21

    • Snow Crab Legs

      Served Chilled or Steamed with Drawn Butter, Cocktail Sauce, Lemon | $38 per lb

    • Chilled Oysters

      Half Dozen, East and West Coast, Ancho Chili Cocktail Sauce, Pink Peppercorn & Champagne Mignonette | $24

      East Coast - Briny flavor, salty and a bit sweet with a clean taste of the ocean

      West Coast - Mild and plump, slightly salty with bright notes of melon and cucumber

    Seafood Tower

    • East & West Coast Oysters, Poached Shrimp, Chilled Cold Water Lobster and Florida Stone Crab, Salmon Tartare, Pink Peppercorn & Champagne Mignonette, Passionfruit & Thyme Granita, Ancho Chili Cocktail, Charred Lemon

      Petite - (Serves 2) | $90

      Imperial - (Serves 4) | $175

    Liquid & Leaf

    • French Onion Soup

      Vidalia Onions, Crouton, Vermont Cheddar, and Provolone Cheese | $11

    • Little Gem Caesar Salad

      Shaved Parmesan, Garlic Roasted Croutons, Crisp Capers | $15

    • Organic Greens

      Organic Greens

      Avocado, Tomatoes, Toasted Quinoa, Smoked Tomato Vinaigrette | $15

    • Lobster and Mango Salad

      Lobster, Mango, Avocado, Crisp Greens, Pickled Onions, Peppers, Citrus Dressing | $22

    Brunch

    • Fried Chicken and Waffle

      Buttermilk Chicken, Orange Cinnamon Waffle, Watermelon, Sriracha Maple Syrup | $25

    • French Toast

      French Toast

      Fluffy, Thick-Cut Brioche, Cognac Roasted Golden Apples, Nutella, Cinnamon-Spiced Maple Syrup | $19

    • Hangover Hash

      Braised Prime Rib, Fingerling Smash, Poached Egg, Signature Hollandaise | $21

    • Brunchy Smash Burger

      Tabasco Aioli, Fried Egg, Apple Smoked Bacon, Crispy Fries | $19

    • Two Eggs Your Way

      Chicken Apple Sausage or Applewood Smoked Bacon, Fingerling Smash | $18

      Upgrade to prime rib +$12

    • Three Egg Omelets

      Served with Fingerling Smash

      Rusty’s “Denver” - Applewood Smoked Bacon Or Chicken Apple Sausage, Cheddar, Green Pepper, Onions $19

      Florentine - Spinach, Tomato, Onions, Swiss, Avocado $18

    • Fruity Pebbles Pancakes

      Blueberry Buttercream, Vanilla Bourbon Maple Syrup | $19

    • Grilled Chicken Sandwich

      Garlic Aioli, Little Gem Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Avocado, Crispy Fries | $19

    • Atlantic Salmon BLT

      Applewood Smoked Bacon, Caper-Lime Remoulade, Lettuce, Tomato, Brioche Bun, Crispy Fries | $21

    • 24-Hour Herb Roasted Prime Rib

      8oz Fingerling Smash, Seasonal Vegetables, Au Jus, Horseradish | $38

    Rusty Pelican Board for Two

    • Lobster Benedict, New York Strip Reserve, Fried Chicken, and Waffles, Fingerling Smash | $115

    • Enhancements

      Snow Crab Legs - Half Pound +$10

      Shrimp Cocktail - Half Pound +$10

    Benedicts

    Served with Organic Poached Eggs and Fingerling Smash
    • Crab Cake Benedict

      Crab Cake Benedict

      Lump Crab, Brioche Toast, Chipotle Hollandaise | $22

    • Lobster Benedict

      Broiled Lobster, Jalapeño Cheddar Corn Bread, Crispy Shallots | $38

    • Smoked Salmon Benedict

      Scottish Smoked Salmon, Brioche Toast, Signature Hollandaise | $20

    • Steak ‘n’ Eggs Benedict

      Steak ‘n’ Eggs Benedict

      Filet Mignon 8oz, Chimichurri, Blistered Tomatoes, Hollandaise | $44

    • Signature Eggs Benedict

      Grilled Canadian Bacon, Poached Egg, Hollandaise | $17

    Sides

    • Fingerling Smash

      $6

    • Chicken Apple Sausage

      $6

    • Applewood Smoked Bacon

      $6

    • Belgian Waffle

      $9

    • Buttermilk Pancakes

      $9

    • Seasonal Fruit

      $6

    With our signature "Smoked Old Fashioned", extensive list of premium flavored vodkas, and an exotic list of tropical drinks, dining at the Rusty Pelican offers lively libations to fit every mood.

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    Cocktails That Will Blow Your Mind

    • Belle

      Every girl dreams of a fairytale romance and finding her prince before the final rose falls.

      Grey Goose Strawberry & Lemon Grass Vodka, St. Germain, clarified lemon revealed with essence of rose and plumeria | $19

    • El Mariachi

      El Mariachi

      South of the Border revenge works up a mighty thirst.

      Ilegal Joven Mezcal, Giffard’s Triple Sec, rosemary, seasonal fruit played from La Ventana | $19

    Specialty Cocktails

    • Hot & New

    • One in a Melon

      One in a Melon

      Don Julio Blanco Tequila, Lime, Watermelon and a pinch of Pink Himalayan Salt with Mint and Dehydrated Lime | $14

    • Rye + Mighty

      Bulleit Rye, El Silencio Mezcal, grapefruit, Ancho Reyes Verde, Thai chili | $16

    • Love Child

      Del Maguey Mezcal, strawberries, habanero essence | $15

    • Sugar Lips

      Sugar Lips

      Grey Goose Vodka, Cointreau, PAMA Liqueur, Citrus and Baby’s Breath | $14

    • Gin Membership

      Hendricks Gin, Fever Tree Tonic, juniper berries, dehydrated citrus, mint, sage, rosemary, prosecco | $14

    • Wilson!

      Monkey Shoulder Whisky, orange curaçao, maple syrup finished with cardamom | $15

    • Smoked Old Fashioned

      Smoked Old Fashioned

      Bulleit Bourbon, Brown Sugar Simple Syrup, Walnut Bitters, served in a smoke-filled glass | $16

    • Tried & True

    • Pineapple Express

      New Amsterdam Vodka, Wycliff Sparkling, Pineapple, Basil, White Peach | $14

    • Strawberry Mule

      Absolute Elyx Vodka, Ginger Beer, Lime Juice, Grilled Strawberry $12

    • Dave’s Margarita

      Our founder’s signature margarita made with Milagro Reposado, Grand Marnier, Cointreau, lime | $14

    • Pink Sparkling Sangria

      Zonin Prosecco, Pama, Chambord, Raspberry, Orange Juice, Pineapple Juice | $14

    • Margarita Fresca

      Milagro silver, organic agave nectar, lime, on the rocks | $14

    • Wild Berry Mojito

      Bacardi, Agave, Mint, Seasonal Berries | $15

    • Sangria Roja or Blanca

      Chateau Souverain Red or White Wine, E&J Brandy, Fresh Fruit and Juices | $14

    Hold the Alcohol

    • Strawberry Dreamin’

      Lemonade, Candied Strawberries, Mint Aroma | $9

    • Tangerine Sherbert

      Tangerine Juice, Milk, Vanilla | $9

    Beers

    • Craft

    • Cigar City Jai Alai IPA

      $7

    • 3 Daughters Beach Blonde Ale

      $7

    • Big Storm Palm Bender Gulf Coast IPA 16oz

      $8

    • Coast IPA 16oz

      $8

    • Kona Big Wave Golden Ale

      $7

    • Domestic

    • Blue Moon

      $6

    • Bud Light

      $5

    • Coors Light

      $5

    • Michelob Ultra

      $5

    • Miller Lite

      $5

    • Yuengling

      $5

    • Import

    • Corona

      $7

    • Stella Artois

      $7

    Wines

    Sparkling / Champagne

    • Benvolio, Prosecco, Fruili, Italy

      Glass $13

      Bottle $50

    • Zonin Split, Prosecco, Veneto, Italy

      Glass $13

      Bottle $50

    • Saracco, Moscato d’Asti, Piemonte, Italy

      Glass $14

      Bottle $54

    • Domaine Chandon, Brut

      Glass $17

      Bottle $83

    • Veuve Clicquot “Yellow Label,” Brut

      Bottle $124

    Sauvignon Blanc

    • Matua, Marlborough, New Zealand

      Glass $13

      Bottle $50

    • Cloudy Bay, Marlborough

      Glass $17

      Bottle $66

    Chardonnay

    • Kendall-Jackson ‘Vintner’s Reserve’, California

      Glass $14

      Bottle $54

    • Chateau Souverain, California

      Glass $15

      Bottle $58

    • Freemark Abbey, Napa Valley

      Glass $17

      Bottle $66

    • Sonoma Cutrer, “Russian River Ranches,” Sonoma

      Bottle $52

    • Mer Soleil Reserve, Santa Lucia Highlands

      Bottle $60

    • Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, “Karia,” Napa Valley

      Bottle $72

    • Flowers Vineyards & Winery, Sonoma Coast

      Bottle $95

    • Jordan, Russian River Valley, Sonoma

      Bottle $105

    • Cakebread, Napa Valley

      Bottle $115

    • Liquid Farm, Golden Slope, Santa Rita Hills

      Bottle $126

    Other Interesting Whites

    • Kung Fu Girl, Riesling, Washington

      Glass $13

      Bottle $50

    • Benvolio. Pinot Grigio, Friuli, Italy

      Glass $13

      Bottle $50

    • Martin Codax Rias Baixas, Albariño, Spain

      Bottle $52

    • Conundrum, White Blend, California

      Bottle $56

    • J Vineyards, Pinot Grigio, California

      Bottle $56

    • Tenshen, White Blend, Central Coast

      Bottle $58

    Rosé

    • The Palm by Whispering Angel, Provence, France

      Glass $13

      Bottle $50

    Pinot Noir

    • Juggernaut, Russian River, Sonoma

      Glass $14

      Bottle $54

    • Carmel Road, Monterey County

      Bottle $54

    • Siduri, Willamette Valley, Oregon

      Bottle $62

    • Resonance, Willamette Valley, Oregon

      Bottle $80

    Merlot

    • Olelo, Paso Robles

      Glass $14

      Bottle $60

    • Kendall-Jackson ‘Vintner’s Reserve, California

      Bottle $54

    Cabernet Sauvignon

    • Justin, Paso Robles, California

      Glass $16

      Bottle $62

    • Lion Tamer, Napa Valley

      Glass $25

      Bottle $98

    • Chateau Souverain, California

      Bottle $50

    • Kith & Kin by Round Pond, Napa Valley

      Bottle $82

    • Freemark Abbey, Napa Valley

      Bottle $105

    • Silver Oak Cellars, Alexander Valley

      Bottle $155

    • Caymus Vineyards, Napa Valley

      Bottle $165

    Other Interesting Reds

    • Catena, Malbec, Vista Flores, Mendoza

      Glass $14

      Bottle $54

    • Abstract By Orin Swift, Red Blend, Sonoma

      Glass $20

      Bottle $78

    • Pessimist by Daou Red Blend, Paso Robles

      Bottle $70

    • Paraduxx, Red Blend, Napa Valley

      Bottle $90

    • Machete By Orin Swift, Red Blend, Napa Valley

      Bottle $125

    Monday - Thursday from 4:00pm to 6:00pm Available in the Bar and Lounge only

    Available in the Bar and Lounge only  

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    $5 Well Drinks, Select Import & Craft Beers and House Wine

    • Chateau Souverain

      Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot

    $7 Select Specialty Cocktails

    • Gin Membership

    • Dave's Margarita

    • Wilson!

    • Classic Martini

    $9 Select Premium Wines by The Glass

    • Rosé

      The Palm by Whispering Angel

    • Sparkling

      Zonin Split, Prosecco Brut, Veneto, Italy

    • Chardonnay

      Kendall-Jackson ‘Vintner’s Reserve’, California

    • Sauvignon Blanc

      Matua, Marlborough, New Zealand

    • Pinot Noir

      Juggernaut, Russian River, Sonoma

    • Red Blend

      Catena, Malbec, Mendoza

    • Cabernet Sauvignon

      Justin, Paso Robles

    Half Off Food Items

    • Fried Calamari

      Tempura Peppers and Onions, Citrus Buffalo Aioli

      $21 $10.50

    • Crab Cake

      Brussel Sprout Sweet Potato Slaw with Warm Bacon Vinaigrette, Roasted Garlic & Mustard Aioli

      $20 $10

    • Rusty Sliders

      Truffle Bacon Onion Marmalade, Moody Blue Smoked Blue Cheese, Spicy Ketchup

      $18 $9

    • Coconut Shrimp

      Orange-Ginger Marmalade, Pickled Fresno Peppers

      $19 $9.50

    • Crispy Brussels Sprouts

      Thai Chili, Young Coconut, Basil, Mint

      $15 $7.50

    • Chilled Oysters

      Half Dozen, East and West Coast, Ancho Chili Cocktail Sauce, Pink Peppercorn & Champagne Mignonette

      $24 $12

      East Coast: Briny flavor, salty and a bit sweet with a clean taste of the ocean

      West Coast: Mild and plump, slightly salty with bright notes of melon and cucumber

    • Little Gem Caesar Salad

      Shaved Parmesan, Garlic Roasted Croutons, Crisp Capers

      $15 $7.50

    • Rusty Fries

      Parmesan, Rosemary, Parsley

      $9 $4.50

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