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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.

Crispy Brussels Sprouts

Thai chili glaze, young coconut, basil, mint

$15
Crab Cake

Lump crab and shrimp, grilled sweet corn, diced mixed peppers, chipotle and ginger aioli, fresh chives

$24
Key West Conch Fritters

Piña colada dipping sauce, fresh lime and cilantro

$17
Calamari

Tempura peppers and onions, citrus buffalo aioli

$21

Salmon Tartare

Nikkei soy sauce, edamame smash, pickled fresno peppers

$19
Shrimp Cocktail

Citrus poached shrimp, ancho chile cocktail sauce, lemon

$19
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, clean taste of the ocean

WEST COAST Mild & plump, slightly salty, bright notes of melon and cucumber
Seafood Tower

East & west coast oysters, poached shrimp, chilled lobster, and crab salad, salmon tartare, pink peppercorn & champagne mignonette, ancho chili cocktail, lemon

Petite (Serves 2) $95

Imperial (Serves 4) $175

French Onion Soup

Spanish onions, shredded cheddar, provolone cheese

$11
Classic Caesar Salad

Shaved parmesan, garlic roasted croutons, crisp capers

$15
Wedge

Iceberg, ranch, blue cheese, cherry tomatoes, bacon lardon 15

$15
Lobster & Shrimp Mango Salad

Lobster, shrimp, mango, organic greens, edamame, pickled onions, peppers, citrus dressing, cornbread crumble

$32

Add chicken $10

Add shrimp $14

Add New York strip reserve 12 oz $45

G.L.T. Sandwich

Beer battered grouper, lettuce, tomato, homemade tartar sauce, brioche bun

$24
Rusty Burger

Double patty smash burger, lettuce, tomato, cheddar cheese, secret sauce, caramelized onions, brioche bun

$22
Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Garlic aioli, applewood smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, red onion, brioche bun

$19
Atlantic Salmon BLT

Caper-lime remoulade, applewood smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, brioche bun

$21
Fish Tacos

Blackened local fish, chipotle aioli, mango, papaya, lime salsa

$23

Steak Frites

New York strip reserve 12oz, rusty fries

$38
Crispy Snapper

Creamy coconut orzo, arugula and grilled corn salad, roasted jalapeño lime dressing

$42
Atlantic Salmon

Garlic caper butter sauce, 50/50 mashed, seasonal vegetables

$35
Broccolini & Crispy Tofu

Soy honey glazed tofu, ginger broccoli purée, roasted red peppers, toasted sunflower seeds

$28

50/50 Mashed

Yukon gold potatoes, butter, cream, chives, potato “Hay”

$11
Rusty Fries

Parmesan, rosemary, parsley

$9
Creamy Coconut Orzo

Spiced toasted coconut flakes

$9
House Salad

Mixed greens, tomato, cucumber, vinaigrette

$9
Grilled Broccoli & Broccolini

Garlic confit, chili flakes, broccoli puree

$11

Crispy Brussels Sprouts

Thai Chili Glaze, Young Coconut, Basil, Mint | $15
Pink Peppercorn Beef Carpaccio

Arugula, Capers, Black Truffle Vinaigrette, Garlic Aioli, Garlic Chips | $22
Crab Cake

Lump Crab and Shrimp, Grilled Sweet Corn, Diced Mixed Peppers, Chipotle and Ginger Aioli, Fresh Chives | $24
Key West Conch Fritters

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

Blood Orange Preserve and Segments | $22
Fried Calamari

Tempura Peppers and Onions, Citrus Buffalo Aioli | $21
Coconut Shrimp

Orange-Ginger Marmalade, Pickled Fresno Peppers | $19

Salmon Tartare

Nikkei Soy Sauce, Edamame Smash, Pickled Fresno Peppers | $19
Shrimp Cocktail

Citrus Poached Shrimp, Ancho Chile Cocktail Sauce, Lemon | $19
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, clean taste of the ocean

West Coast - Mild & plump, slightly salty, bright notes of melon and cucumber
Seafood Tower

East & West Coast Oysters, Poached Shrimp, Chilled Lobster and Crab Salad, Salmon Tartare, Pink Peppercorn & Champagne Mignonette, Ancho Chili Cocktail, Lemon

Petite (Serves 2) | $95

Imperial (Serves 4) | $175

French Onion Soup

Spanish Onions, Shredded Cheddar, Provolone Cheese | $11
Classic Caesar Salad

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

Iceberg, Ranch, Blue Cheese, Cherry Tomatoes, Bacon Lardon | $15
Lobster & Shrimp Mango Salad

Lobster, Shrimp, Mango, Organic Greens, Edamame, Pickled Onions, Peppers, Citrus Dressing, Cornbread Crumble | $32

Surf and Turf

Filet Mignon 8oz, Half Lobster Tail, 50/50 Mashed, Grilled Broccolini, Garlic Confit | $76
Rusty Pelican Board for Two

Crispy Whole Local Snapper, Lobster and Shrimp Risotto, New York Strip 12oz, 50/50 Mashed | $125

Lobster and Shrimp Risotto

Lobster, Citrus Gulf Shrimp, Snow Peas, and Carrots | $42
Blackened Swordfish

Sweet Potato Puree, Broccolini, Roasted Jalapeño Lime Dressing, Crispy Fried Plantain | $39
Miso-Marinated Mahi Mahi

Forbidden Black Thai Rice, Grilled Broccolini, Sweet Chili Sauce | $39
Crab-Stuffed Grouper

Lump Crab and Shrimp, Basil Garlic Beurre Blanc, Herbed Risotto | $37
Crispy Snapper

Creamy Coconut Orzo, Arugula and Grilled Corn Salad, Roasted Jalapeño Lime Dressing | $42
Roasted Half Chicken

Blackened Organic Chicken, Truffle Creamed Corn, Roasted Root Vegetables | $34
Atlantic Salmon

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

Upgrade to Crab-Stuffed Salmon +$12
Broccolini & Crispy Tofu

Soy Honey Glazed Tofu, Ginger Broccoli Purée, Roasted Red Peppers, Toasted Sunflower Seeds | $28

Filet Mignon 8oz

$48
New York Strip Reserve 12oz

$49
Dry-Aged Ribeye 14oz

$54
Steak enhancements

Truffle Butter $9

Lobster Tail $38

Garlic Shrimp $14

Truffle Creamed Corn

Sweet Yellow Corn, Black Truffle Shavings | $11
Roasted Root Vegetables

Sweet Potato Puree, Almondine, Preserved Lemon | $11
50/50 Mashed

Yukon Gold Potatoes, Butter, Cream, Chives, Potato “Hay” | $11
Grilled Broccoli and Broccolini

Garlic Confit, Chili Flakes, Broccoli Puree | $11
Rusty Fries

Parmesan, Rosemary, Parsley | $9
Creamy Coconut Orzo

Spiced Toasted Coconut Flakes | $9

Gin Membership
Dave's Margarita
Wilson!
Classic Martini

Rosé

The Beach 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

Fried Calamari

Tempura Peppers and Onions, Citrus Buffalo Aioli

~~$21~~ $10.50
Crab Cake

Lump Crab & Shrimp, Grilled Sweet Corn, Diced Mixed Peppers, Chipotle and Ginger Aioli, Fresh Chives

~~$24~~ $12
Key West Conch Fritters

Piña Colada Dipping Sauce, Fresh Lime and Cilantro

~~$17~~ $8.50
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
Classic Caesar Salad

Shaved Parmesan, Garlic Roasted Croutons, Crisp Capers

~~$15~~ $7.50
Rusty Fries

Parmesan, Rosemary, Parsley

$9 $4.50

Order from our a la carte Saturday and Sunday brunch menu with brunch and lunch specialties. Try brunch items including Fried Chicken & Waffles, Crab Cake Benedict and enjoy classic favorites like Fruity Pebbles Pancakes, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Steak N Eggs Benedict, 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, Mango Tajin, and Signature Orange.

Watermelon Lime
Cucumber Mint
Mango Tajin
Signature Orange

Pink Peppercorn Beef Carpaccio

Arugula, Capers, Black Truffle Vinaigrette, Garlic Aioli, Garlic Chips | $22
Crab Cake

Lump Crab and Shrimp, Grilled Sweet Corn, Diced Mixed Peppers, Chipotle and Ginger Aioli, Fresh Chives | $24
Key West Conch Fritters

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

Tempura Peppers and Onions, Citrus Buffalo Aioli | $21

Salmon Tartare

Nikkei Soy Sauce, Edamame Smash, Pickled Fresno Peppers | $19
Shrimp Cocktail

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

French Onion Soup

Spanish Onions, Shredded Cheddar, Provolone Cheese | $11
Classic Caesar Salad

Shaved Parmesan, Garlic Roasted Croutons, Crisp Caperss | $15
Wedge

Iceberg, Ranch, Blue Cheese, Cherry Tomatoes, Bacon Lardon | $15
Lobster and Mango Salad

Lobster, Shrimp, Mango, Organic Greens, Edamame, Pickled Onions, Peppers, Citrus Dressing, Cornbread Crumble | $32

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, Hollandaise | $21
Fried Chicken and Waffles

Crispy Chicken, Honey Roasted Sriracha Glaze, Belgian Waffle, Smoked Maple Syrup | $25
Brunchy Smash Burger

Tabasco Aioli, Fried Egg, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Crispy Fries| $19
Three Egg Omelets

Served with Fingerling Smash

Rusty’s “Denver” - Applewood Smoked Bacon Or Chicken Apple Sausage, Cheddar, Green Pepper, Onions | 21

Florentine - Spinach, Tomato, Onions, Swiss | 18
Fruity Pebbles Pancakes

Blueberry Buttercream, Vanilla Bourbon Maple Syrup | $19
Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Garlic Aioli, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Brioche Bun, Crispy Fries | $19
Atlantic Salmon BLT

Caper-Lime Remoulade, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Brioche Bun, Crispy Fries | $21
24-Hour Herb Roasted Prime Rib

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

Crab Cake Benedict

Lump Crab and Shrimp, Brioche Toast, Chipotle Hollandaisee | $28
Steak ‘n’ Eggs Benedict

Filet Mignon 8oz, Chimichurri, Blistered Tomatoes | $53
Lobster Benedict

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

Scottish Smoked Salmon, Brioche Toast | $21
Classic Eggs Benedict

Grilled Canadian Bacon, Brioche Toast | $19

Fingerling Smash

$6
Chicken Apple Sausage

$6
Applewood Smoked Bacon

$6
Belgian Waffle

$9
Buttermilk Pancakes

$9
Seasonal Fruit

$6
Rusty Fries

Parmesan, Rosemary, Parsley

$9

GTS (Green Thumb Society)

Take a back seat and watch this garden bloom a flower ice ball

Hibiscus Infused Bombay Sapphire, Truth Orange, Triple Layered Hibiscus Tincture | $19
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

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

Hot & New
Tampa Bae

Shimmered Torres Hors D’age 20 Yr Brandy, Lemon Verbena, Luxardo Cherry Cube, Egg White Foam | $16
Yes Way Rosè

Chandon Rosè, Whispering Angel French Rosè, Dehydrated Lavender, Rose Water, Hint of Peach & Mint Essence | $16
One in a Melon

Casamigos Blanco Tequila, Watermelon, Lime Juice, Pink Himalayan Salt, Mint, Dehydrated Lime | $14
Love Child

Del Maguey Mezcal, Strawberries, Habañero Essence | $15
Sugar Lips

Grey Goose Vodka, Cointreau, PAMA Liqueur, Citrus | $14
Gin Membership

Hendricks Gin, Fever Tree Tonic, Juniper Berries, Dehydrated Citrus, Mint, Sage, Rosemary, Prosecco | $14
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

Absolut 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
Wild Berry Mojito

Bacardi, Agave, Mint, Seasonal Berries | $15