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COLUMBUS INN
Columbus Inn
2216 Pennsylvania Ave
Wilmington, DE 19806
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Dine Inn Dinner Menu
Soup & Salads
add on proteins: bone-in organic chicken breast $10, wild isles salmon $10, CI signature crab cake $12, sliced filet mignon $12, jumbo shrimp $12
Soup of the Day
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Beet & Apple Salad
little gem, frisee, goat cheese, pickled red onions, candied walnuts, sherry-maple vinaigrette
- $10.00
- $13.00
Cherry & Pistachio Salad
$14.00
baby gem lettuce, fresh burrata, red wine cherries, fresh herbs, pistachios, buttermilk pistachio dressing
Classic Caesar Salad
garlic croutons, parmesan
- $9.00
- $12.00
- Add Anchovies
- $2.00
Simple Mixed Greens Salad
cherry tomatoes, red onions, cucumbers, balsamic vinaigrette
- $9.00
- $12.00
Wedge Salad
iceberg lettuce, bacon, red onion, tomatoes, cucumbers, choice of dressing: blue cheese, 1000 island, 50/50
- $9.00
- $12.00
Raw Bar
Crab Cocktail
$21.00
jumbo lump crab meat, crab claws, cocktail sauce, stone crab mustard, lemon vinaigrette
Dirty Peel & Eat Shrimp
$12.00
old bay tossed shrimp, cocktail, lemon wedge
Oysters on the Half Shell
local East coast oysters-check with your server for todays featured served with red wine mignonette, classic cocktail sauce
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Shrimp Cocktail
$16.00
classic cocktail
Shrimp & Crab Cocktail
$19.00
classic cocktail, stone crab mustard, lemon wedge
Appetizers
Arrogant Cauliflower
$12.00
blue cheese dressing, tomato, cucumbers, radishes
Hummus
$12.00
vegetable crudite, house made pita, evoo & sea salt
Roasted Soybeans
$8.00
cracked black pepper, sea salt
BLT Deviled Eggs
$6.00
bacon crumbles, roasted tomatoes, iceberg aioli
Cheesesteak Spring Rolls
$13.00
spicy smoked ketchup
Crab Fries
$12.00
sweet potato fries, old bay, cheese sauce, lump crab, tarragon & lemon
Grandma's Pierogies
$13.00
Grandpa's pulled pork, roasted corn relish, bbq aioli
Triple Smoked Pork Belly Bites
$10.00
peach & basil puree, bourbon,peach & black pepper glaze
Tuna Roll
$14.00
tempura fried, spicy mayo, soy reduction, wasabi, ginger
Shrimp Tacos
$12.00
avocado, creamy slaw, chipotle crema, pico de gallo
Crispy Calamari
$13.00
tomato fondue, lemon aioli, sweet & hot pepper relish
Sandwiches
all sandwiches are served on brioche bun, includes a choice of house cut fries, chips, or petite green salad
Loaded Smash Burger
$16.00
two 4oz patties, melted cooper sharp american cheese, bacon jam, fried onions; no temp - cooked through; bacon jam contains cooked onions that cannot be removed
Filet Mignon Sandwich
$16.00
caramelized onions, provolone, hot peppers
Crab Cake
$16.00
broiled CI crab cake on brioche, classic tartar sauce
Entrees
Jail Island Salmon
$29.00
green spring vegetables risotto, carrot puree
Maple, Bourbon & Black Pepper Beef Short Rib
$35.00
dry rubbed and slow smoked, sweet & smoky collard greens, ditry mac & cheese
Ci Signature Crab Cakes
$33.00
spring succotash with edamame, squash, asparagus and mushrooms, old bay spiced fingerling potatoes
NY Strip Steak Frite
$38.00
bordelaise butter, house cut french fries, beef demi glaze
Spring Chicken "Pot Pie"
$26.00
pan roasted chicken breast, spring vegetable salad, crispy leg confit, spring vegetable cream & herbed puff pastry
Pork Parmesan
$28.00
Italian style cutlet, blistered cherry tomatoes, burrata, tomato jam, parmesan, balsamic reduction, basil oil
Shrimp & Scallop Fried Rice
$30.00
pineapple, shrimp, and shiitake mushroom fried rice, coconut curry, tempura green beans, sweet soy reduction
8oz Montreal Style Filet Deluxe
$41.00
montreal spice rubbed center cut filet mignon, red bliss poutine with short rib gravy & squeaky cheese, first crop asparagus
Steak House Deluxe
$32.00
twin petite filet mignons, wedge salad with blue cheese dressing, blue cheese crumbles, red onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, potato wedges, pork belly croutons & onion ring
Shellfish Cobb
$29.00
1/2 chilled lobster, jumbo shrimp, lump crab, chopped greens, egg, bacon, avocado, cucumber, tomato, radish, red onions, green beans, horseradish spiked 1000 island dressing
Artisanal Meat & Cheese Boards
Artisanal Meat & Cheese Boards
Served with seasonal accompaniments. Cheeses: aged cheddar (cow's milk), delice de bourgogne (triple cream cow's milk), payoyo (semi firm goat & sheep's milk). Meats: spicy coppa, spicy soppressata, proscuitto
- 3 Meats $16.00
- 3 Cheeses $16.00
- All 6 for $30.00
Brick Oven Pizza
Each pie is hand tossed and baked at 840 degrees in our brick oven. They are well done! Finished with extra virgin olive oil and sea salt
Traditional Pizza
$12.00
red sauce, shredded fresh mozzarella
Diavolo Pizza
$15.00
red sauce, fresh & shredded mozzarella, spicy soppressata, pepperoni & hot capicola, chili flakes
Shrimp, Spinach & Roasted Tomato Pizza
$14.00
white sauce, roasted garlic, fresh mozzarella
Pepperoni Pizza
$14.00
red sauce, shredded mozzarella, peppeoni
Margherita Pizza
$14.00
red sauce, roasted tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil oil
Kennett Pizza
$14.00
local mushrooms, herb cheese, arugula, caramelized onions, dry aged goat cheese
Sides
French Fries
$6.00
twice cooked house cut idaho potatoes
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
$9.00
caesar emulsion, parmesan & garlic bread crumbs
Fried Rice
$12.00
shrimp & pineapple fried rice, shiitake mushroom, edamame, coconut curry
Wilted Spinach
$8.00
sweet garlic
Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Unsweetened Iced Tea
$3.00Shirley Temple
$4.00Gosling Ginger Beer
$5.00Craft Root Beer
$5.00Lemonade Juice
$3.00Grapefruit Juice
$3.00Cranberry Juice
$3.00Apple Juice
$3.00Orange Juice
$4.00Tomato Juice
$4.00Pineapple Juice
$4.00Whole Milk or Chocolate Milk
$3.00Drafts On Tap
Miller Lite, Light Lager, Wisconsin, 4.2%
$5.00Dogfish Head, Slightly Mighty Lo Cal IPA, Delaware 4%
$7.00Allagash White, Belgium Wheat Beer, Maine 5.1%
$7.00Sam Adams, Seasonal Ale, Massachusetts, 5.3%
$7.00Peroni, Euro Pale Lager, Roma, Italy 5%
$7.00Lagunitas, India Pale Ale, California, 6.2%
$7.00Cape May Brewing, Seasonal- See Server Rio Grande, NJ
$8.00Seasonal Draft
See server for our featured draft offering
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Domestic & Import Bottle
Amstel Light, Lager, Netherlands, 3.5%
$5.00Buckler, Low Alcohol, Netherlands
$4.00Budweiser, American Lager, Missouri, 5%
$4.00Coors Light, Light Lager, Colorado, 4.2%
$4.00Corona, Pale Lager, Mexico, 4.6%
$5.00Corona Light, Light Lager, Mexico, 4.1%
$5.00Heineken, Lager, Netherlands, 5%
$5.00Michelob Ultra, Light Lager, Missouri, 4.2%
$4.00Yuengling Lager, Amber Lager, Pennsylvania, 4.4%
$4.00Guinness Draught, Dry Stout, Ireland 4.2%
$8.00Stella Artois, Euro Pale Ale, Belgium, 5%
$7.00American Craft Brews
Athletic Brewing Company, Hazy IPA, Connecticut
$6.00
Non-alcoholic
Big Oyster Can
Seasonal Selection - See Server
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Blue Moon, Witbier, Colorado, 5.4%
$5.00Bell's Two-Hearted Ale, American IPA, Michigan, 7%
$7.00Dogfish Head 60 Minute IPA, Delaware, 6%
$7.00Dogfish Head 90 Minute, Double IPA, Delaware, 9%
$9.00Lagunitas Lil Sumpin' Sumpin, Pale Wheat Ale, California, 7.5%
$7.00New Belgium Fat Tire, American Amber Ale, Colorado, 5.2%
$8.00New Belgium Fat Tire, American Red Ale, Colorado, 5.2%
$7.00Not Your Father's Root Beer, Wauconda, Illinois 5.9%
$6.00Omission Beer, American Pale Ale, Oregon, 5.8%
$7.00
gluten-free
Omission Beer, American Lager, Oregon, 5.8%
$7.00
gluten-free
Oskar Blues Dale's Pale Ale, Colorado, 6.5%
$7.00Oskar Blues Mama's Lil Yella', Pilsner, Colorado, 5.3%
$6.00Sierra Nevada, American Pale Ale, California, 5.6%
$6.00Victory Golden Monkey, Tripel, Pennsylvania, 9.5%
$9.00Founders Brewing Co Breakfast Stout, Detroit, MI 8.3%
$9.00Angry Orchards Crisp Apple, Fruit Beer, NY, 5%
$6.00
gluten-free
Rosé & Sparkling Wines
Chandon Sparkling Brut
- Bottle (187ml) $14.00
Chandon Sparkling Rose
- Bottle (187ml) $14.00
Broadbent Vinho Verde Rose, Portugal
Flavors of strawberry, pomegranate and orange zest with a pleasantly light spritz
- Glass $9.00
- Bottle $38.00
Solis Lumen Rose, South France
Cinsault, Grenache, Syrah. Organic/Biodynamic. Lively and elegant, the finish lingers on notes of small red fruits. Aromas of strawberry and cherry, with some hints of notes of licorice
- Glass $12.00
- Bottle $48.00
On Tap Wines
La Vite Vivissimo Prosecco, Italy
Light delicate bubbles, hints of green and golden apple with floral notes, white peach & citrus
- Glass $9.00
La Vite Vivissimo Pinot Grigio, Italy
Pleasant delicate bouquet with hints of apple, fig, fresh and dry with notes of almonds
- Glass $9.00
White Wines
Bread & Butter Chardonnay (Oaked), CA
Rich notes of creme brulee, vanilla bean and finishes with fresh tropical fruits, balanced acidity
- Glass $12.00
- Bottle $46.00
Four Vines Naked Chardonnay, CA
100% stainless steel. Balanced acidity with notes of crisp apple, white peach
- Glass $10.00
- Bottle $40.00
Totara Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, NZ
Intense passion fruit, gooseberry and mango aromas, with herbal notes. Lively palate of tropical fruits with crisp lime acidity and lingering passion fruit
- Glass $12.00
- Bottle $48.00
Silverado Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley, CA
92 pt ~ Glorious hints of honeysuckle and white pear. The palate's fruit expressions are tropical with a squeeze of lime, and an earthy bite lingers on the finish
- Glass $16.00
- Bottle $64.00
Lone Birch Yakima Valley, WA
A delicate perfumed floral bouquet. Light bodied with flavors of white peach and pear
- Glass $10.00
- Bottle $40.00
Foxbrook White Zinfandel, CA
Aromas of strawberries, raspberries and fresh peach
- Glass $8.00
- Bottle $34.00
Red Wine
Conundrum Red Blend, California
Petite Sirah, Zinfandel & Cabernet Sauvignon. Rich dark red with notes of ripe berries & plums with a wisp of smokiness and chocolate cherries
- Glass $12.00
- Bottle $48.00
The Crusher, Cabernet Sauvignon, CA
Blackberry, fig, toasted cedar and hints of mocha and finishing with nuances of dark caramel
- Glass $11.00
- Bottle $44.00
Chateau St. Michelle "Mimi" Cabernet Sauvignon, Horse Heaven Hills, WA
Aged 18 months in 36% new American oak, 10% new French oak and 54% neutral oak barrels Captures the bright fruit and intricate spice and polished finish for which the Horse Heaven Hills
- Glass $14.00
- Bottle $56.00
Josh Cellars Pinot Noir, Central Coast, CA
Lush cherry and strawberry flavors with a hint of lightly toasted oak
- Glass $11.00
- Bottle $44.00
Westmount Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, OR
Aromas of cherry cola, black coffee, and cranberry tart. Classic Willamette Valley pinot noir
- Glass $14.00
- Bottle $56.00
Charles Smith Red Devil Merlot, WA
Raspberry, cherry, and vanilla oak flavors with a soft and supple finish
- Glass $10.00
- Bottle $40.00
The Lightbulb Malbec Mendoza, Argentina
Deep ruby red color. Aromas of watermelons, lemons and cherries. Light to medium body, easy and light tannins and a beautiful drinkability for the fresh and balanced finish. 90pts JS
- Glass $11.00
- Bottle $44.00
Decoy Sonoma County Red Blend, CA
52% Merlot, 22% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Petite Sirah, 8% Cabernet Franc, 8% Petit Verdot; Blueberry, blackberry and sweet rhubarb. Hints of caramel and toasty oak
- Glass $14.00
- Bottle $56.00
Tres Buhis Tempranillo, Rioja, Spain
Rich aromas of sweet strawberries and blueberry with balanced oak and spices. Vegan & kosher
- Glass $9.00
- Bottle $38.00
Bliss Family Vineyards Zinfandel, Lodi, CA
Aromas of cherries and allspice, notes of ripe berry and light hint of vanilla
- Glass $11.00
- Bottle $44.00
New & True CI Signature Cocktails
To minimize contact & maximize flavor we have updated our recipes ~ please ask your server for any fruit garnishes
Tito's Texas Mule
Tito's Vodka, Lime Juice, Simple Syrup, Goslings Ginger Beer. Mule mug NOT included in price
- Reg. 12oz $10.00
- "XL" 18oz $14.00
CI Classic Manhattan
$14.00
Maker's Mark Bourbon, Martini & Rossi Sweet Vermouth, Angostura Bitters, Amarena Cherries
Mandarin Crush
$12.00
Infused Mandarin Vodka, Fresh OJ, Tripe Sec, Splash of Sprite (make it Skinny-Sub Club Soda!)
Lavender Bee's Knees Martini
$14.00
Empress Gin, Lavender-Honey Simple Syrup, Lemon Juice
Antioxidant Martini
$14.00
Cedilla Acai Liqueur, Vodka, Thyme Simple Syrup, Fresh Lemon Juice
Blushing Lady
$14.00
Grapefruit Infused Vodka, Cointreau, Grapefruit Juice, Lemon
Cherry Bourbon Fizz
$12.00
Evan Williams Cherry Bourbon, Fresh Lime Juice, Ginger Beer
Agave Margarita
$14.00
Blanco Tequila, Triple Sec, Fresh Lime Juice, Agave Nectar
Basil Smash
$12.00
Basil Infused Vodka, Elderflower Liqueur, Fresh Lemon, Club Soda
Maple Bourbon Old Fashioned
$12.00
Four Roses Bourbon, Vermont Maple Syrup, Bitters, Orange Twist & Cherry
Tropical Rum Punch
$10.00
Infused Bacardi Rum, Fresh Orange Juice, Pineapple & Guava Juice
CI Signature Seasonal Sangria
$10.00Premium Spirits
Liquor/Spirit pricing is based on single mixes. There is an additional charge for rocks, double and martini drinks. Please see your server with any questions
Vodka
Absolut
$10.00Belvedere
$12.00Grey Goose
$12.00Ketel One
$12.00Ketel Citron
$12.00Rock Town
$8.00
gluten-free
Rock Town Basil
$8.00Rock Town Mandarin
$8.00
gluten-free
Stateside Vodka
$10.00Tito's Homemade
$10.00
gluten-free
Gin
Aviation
$11.00Beefeater
$9.00Bluecoat
$11.00Bombay Sapphire
$11.00Empress Gin
$11.00Highclere Castle
$12.00Hendricks
$12.00Nolet
$11.00Tanqueray
$10.00Rum
Bacardi Superior
$8.00Bacardi 4 Yr
$9.00Capt. Morgan
$8.00Malibu
$8.00Mount Gay
$8.00Myer's Dark
$9.00Pyrat Rum
$9.00Tequila
Casamigos Anejo
$18.00Casamigos Blanco
$14.00Casamigos Reposado
$16.00Casa Noble Blanco
$12.00Casa Noble Reposado
$14.00Don Julio Anejo
$16.00Don Julio Blanco
$12.00Don Julio Reposado
$14.00Lunazul Blanco
$9.00MI Campo Reposado
$10.00Patron Anejo
$16.00Patron Silver
$12.00Patron Reposado
$14.00Patron Estate
$18.00Sombra Mezcal
$12.00Tattoo Anejo
$16.00Bourbon/Whiskey
Angel's Envy
$15.00Basil Hayden Bourbon
$15.00Bulleit Bourbon
$12.00Bulleit Rye
$12.00Bowman J Single Barrel
$16.00Bowman Isaac Port Finish
$14.00Canadian Club
$8.00Crown Royal
$11.00Elijah Craig 12 Yr Reserve
$18.00Elijah Craig, Small Batch
$12.00Evan Williams, Apple/Peach/ Cherry
$8.00Four Roses Bourbon
$10.00High West Bourbon
$12.00High West Rye
$12.00Jack Daniels
$11.00Jamesons Irish Whiskey
$12.00Knob Creek Bourbon
$12.00Knob Creek Rye
$12.00Makers Mark
$11.00Michter's Small Batch
$14.00Michter's Sour Mash
$14.00Michter's US 1 Rye
$14.00Larceny Bourbon
$11.00Skrewball Peanut Butter
$10.00Seagrams 7
$8.00Seagrams VO
$8.00Tullamore Dew
$12.00Woodford Reserve
$14.00Wigle Wheat Whiskey
$11.00Single Malt Scotch
Balvenie 12 Yr
$16.00Chivas Regal 12 Yr
$12.00Dewars White Label
$9.00Johnnie Walker Black
$12.00Johnnie Walker Red
$10.00Johnnie Walker Rye
$14.00Penderyn Welsh
$14.00Glenlivet Founders
$14.00Glenlivet 12 Yr
$16.00Highland Park 12 Yr
$16.00Laphroaig 10 Yr
$14.00Macallan 12 Yr
$20.00McClelland
$8.00Glenmorangie 10 Yr
$14.00Glenmorangie, Quinta Ruban 14 Yr
$16.00The 6's
Edamame
cracked black pepper & sea salt
Deviled Eggs
bacon crumbles, roasted tomatoes, iceberg aioli
The 8's
Arrogant Cauliflower
tomato, cucumber & celery salad, blue cheese
Cheesesteak Spring Rolls
spicy smoked ketchup
Pork Belly Bites
peach & basil puree, bourbon, peach and black pepper glaze
The 10's
Filet Mignon Sandwich
provolone, caramelized onions, hot & sweet peppers, served with chips
Pepperoni Pizza
red sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni
Shrimp Caesar Salad
classic caesar salad with choice of grilled or cocktail shrimp
Desserts
Ode to Charcoal Pit Sundae
$8.00
classic hot fudge, caramel, vanilla ice cream, wet walnuts
Peanut Butter Cup
$8.00
peanut butter cookies crust, peanut butter mousse, chocolate ganache, salted peanut ice cream
Home Made Gelato or Sorbet
$6.00
ask your server for today's selections
Strawberry & Walnut Tart
$8.00
short-bread crust, cinnamon custard, whipped cream apple cider carame
Double Chocolate Cake
$8.00
chocolate mousse, whipped cream, berries
Peppermint Chocolate Chip Crème Brûlée
$8.00
flourless chocolate cake, whipped cream; not available for to-go
Triple Chunk '1/4 Pounder with Chips'
house made cookies with dark, white & milk chocolate chunks
- 1 Cookie For $5.00
- 2 Cookies For $9.00
- 3 Cookies For $12.00
- Add a Scoop of Gelato (Each)
- $2.00
After Dinner Drinks
CI Espresso 'Tini
$14.00
vanilla vodka, espresso, Kahlua, Bailey's & cream
Nutty Irishman
$12.00
La Colombe hot coffee, Bailey's, Frangelico, Kahlua, whipped cream
"PB Cup" Martini
$14.00
Skrewball peanut butter whiskey, Frangelico, baileys, chocolate sauce
Founder's Breakfast Imperial Stout 8.3% ABV
$9.00
double chocolate coffee oatmeal stout. Intense fresh-roasted Java nose topped with a frothy, cinnamon-colored head
Brandy - Cognac
Hennessy Very Special
$14.00Hine by Hine VSOP
$12.00Remy Martin VSOP
$14.00D'Usse Cognac VSOP
$14.00Martell Blue Swift
$14.00Cordials - Liqueurs
Bailey's Irish Cream
$8.00Caravello Limoncello
$8.00Chambord
$8.00Disarrono
$8.00Frangelico
$8.00Southern Comfort
$8.00Grand Marnier
$9.00Kahlua
$8.00Cointreau
$9.00Rumchata
$8.00Sambuca
$8.00Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey
$8.00Brunch Features
Breakfast Staples:
Sugar Waffles
Ci Signature French Toast
Scrambled Eggs
Thick Cut Bacon
Country Sausage
Breakfast Potatoes
Build Your Own Omelet Station
Bagel Station
With smoked salmon & assorted toppings
Fresh Fruit Salad
Yogurt & Granola
Assorted Pastries & Desserts
Lunch Features
Caesar & Mixed Greens Salad
Seasonal Soup
Roasted Vegetable Platter
Corn Bread
BBQ Pulled Pork
Mac & Cheese
Pan Roasted Salmon
Raw Bar with Shrimp
Seared Tuna & Oysters
Crab Claws
Carving Station
Prime rib & roasted turkey breast
Drinks
La Colombe Coffee
$3.00Specialty Hot Tea
$3.00Cranberry or Apple Juice
$3.00Espresso
$4.00Iced Tea
$3.00Fountain Sodas
$3.00Fresh Orange Juice
$4.00Latte or Cappuccino
$5.00Bubbles
Mimosa
- $8.00
- $10.00
Bellini
mango, peach, guava
- $8.00
- $10.00
Breakfast Margarita
$12.00
blanco tequila, orange marmalade, agave, fresh lime
Caffeinated
Ci Espresso Martini
$14.00
vanilla vodka, baileys
Cold Brew Manhattan
$14.00
espresso infused bourbon, coffee bitters, espresso soaked cherries
Spiked Tomato Juices
Bloody Mary
CI bloody mix & choice of regular or spicy vodka
- $10.00
- $12.00
Spicy Bloody Maria
CI bloody mix & jalapeño infused tequila
- $10.00
- $12.00
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General Info
Payment Types
All Major Cards
Cuisine
American - Contemporary
Pizza
Seafood
Vegetarian
Meals
Dinner
Hours
Monday:
4:00pm - 9:00pm
Tuesday:
4:00pm - 9:00pm
Wednesday:
4:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday:
4:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday:
4:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday:
4:00pm - 9:00pm
Sunday:
Closed
Additional Information:
Please see our website or social media pages for daily specials & happenings.
About Us
Columbus Inn IS reborn as a contemporary restaurant & tavern that combines the best of both the old and the new. Seasonally inspired & fresh food with an amazing selection of wines, craft beers, quality spirits & cocktails.