Name: Ports Of Call
Address: 116 N Howe St, Southport, NC, 28461
Telephone: 910-457-4544
Price range: $

Children's Menu

Soup of the Day

(cup) $7.00

(bowl) $12.00

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

$11.00

served with one side

Shrimp

$12.00

6 Shrimp, Fried or Grilled with Cocktail or Tartar Sauce served with one side

Chicken

$12.00

Fried or Grilled served with one side

Sides

House Made Chips, with Ranch, Hand-cut Fries, or Cucumber Salad

If your child has special nutritional needs, ask your server for assistance.

Appetizers

LAMB BIRYANI LOLLIPOPS

$18.00

Seared Lamb Lollipops marinated in fragrant Biryani spices, finished with a rosemary, figs and balsamic glaze

PROSCIUTTO-WRAPPED SCALLOPS

$22.00

Seared Scallops wrapped in crisp Prosciutto, watermelon and shallot escabeche, finished with aged balsamic caramel

FRIED SHRIMP CAPRESE

$13.00

Crisp, golden-fried Shrimp served atop a fresh Heritage tomatoes and mozzarella salad, finished with a drizzle of aged balsamic reduction

TERIYAKI FILET SKEWERS

$17.00

Tender Beef skewers glazed with a rich teriyaki sauce, finished with a sprinkle of chili flakes and toasted sesame seeds

TANDOORI CAULIFLOWER STEAKS

$14.00

Roasted cauliflower steak, spice-crusted with traditional tandoori seasonings, served with vibrant Romesco sauce

SAFFRON TOMATO MUSSELS

$15.00

Mussels cooked in a rich tomato broth and smoked paprika, finished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges

CAJUN FRIED CALAMARI

$15.00

Calamari rings with banana peppers, pickled jalapenos, pickles served with a horseradish remoulade

ROASTED BONE MARROW

$20.00

Herb Gremolata and rustic Garlic Toast

PORTS OF CALL SALAD

$13.00

Mixed Greens, crispy Prosciutto, toasted hazelnuts, watermelon and shallots escabeche, aged Manchego and Blueberry-Balsamic vinaigrette

WEDGE CAESAR SALAD

$13.00

Crisp Iceberg Wedge brushed with anchovy dressing, Grated Parmigiano Reggiano, rosemary garlic croutons

FRISEE AND ARUGULA SALAD

$15.00

With candied walnuts, pickled apples, heritage tomatoes, crumbled goat cheese, Champagne amber honey vinaigrette

Salads

Salad Additions

Chicken

$7.00

Shrimp

$8.00

Burger, Sandwiches and Wraps

*GF Optional: Ask your server about our *GF optional gluten free breads and buns

Herb-Crusted Chicken Milanese

$23.00

Pan-fried Herb and Panko Crusted Chicken Breast over Arugula salad tossed in Balsamic Vin, finished with Balsamic reduction

Cheddar Crusted BBQ Short Rib Sandwich

$18.00

Shredded slow-cooked Short Rib in a Sweet and Spicy Barbecue Sauce, on a Cheddar crusted Grille White Bread, with Sauteed Onions and more Cheddar, served with one side

Grilled Chicken Cordon Bleu

$16.00

Grilled Marinated Chicken Breast on a Brioche Roll topped with Black Forest Shaved Ham, Melted Swiss and Dijonnaise, topped with Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickle, served with one side

Chicken Pesto Wrap

$16.00

Grilled Marinated Chicken Breast with Applewood Bacon, Pesto Mayo, Baby Gem Lettuce, Tomato and Cucumber in a Tortilla Wrap served with one side

Creole Shrimp Po'Boy Wrap

$16.00

Fried Shrimp, Shredded Lettuce, Diced Tomatoes, and Cajun Remoulade, served with one side

The POC Burger

$16.99

Handmade Burger with Lettuce, Tomato, Onion and Pickle on a Brioche Roll served with one side**

Grouper Sandwich

$19.00

1/4 lb. portion of Grilled, Blackened or Fried Grouper with Lettuce, Tomatoes, Onion, Pickle, and Tartar Sauce, on a Brioche Roll served with one side

Oyster Po'Boy Wrap

$21.00

Fried Oysters, Shredded Lettuce, Diced Tomatoes, and Cajun Remoulade, served with one side

Caribbean Shrimp or Grouper Wrap

Bronzed Large Shrimp or Grouper Nuggets with Shredded Lettuce, Diced Tomatoes, and a tropical fruit Salsa in a warm Tortilla Flour served with one side

(Shrimp) $16.00

(Grouper) $19.00

Lunch Sides

House Made Chips with Ranch, Hand-cut Fries, or Cucumber Salad

Flatbreads

Butter Chicken Flatbread

$15.00

This Desi of Flavors consists of Buttered Curry Chicken, Onion and Cilantro on a Garlic Naan Flatbread

Margherita

$14.00

Light Tomato Sauce, Tomato, Basil, Melted Mozzarella and Parmesan on an oven-baked Flatbread

Greek Flatbread

$14.00

This Vegi Pizza Flatbread has roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Artichokes, Olives, feat Cheese, Red Onion on an oven-baked Flatbread

First Course: Choice of Appetizer

Sarmale

Mini Cabbage Rolls with Rice and Pork

OR Smoked Trout Mousse

With Dill and Horseradish Cream, served on Rye Crisps

Wine Pour: Dreambird Pinot Grigio

Bright, crisp and local to Romania. Perfectly cuts through the fattiness of the pork and balances the trout's acidity

Second Course: Choice of Soup

Ciorba de Perisoare

Romanian traditional Sour Soup with meatballs of Beef and Pork mixed with Rice, Egg, and Spices

Wine Pour:Les Petites Jamelies Rouge - France

Soft red fruits and light tannin complement the savory beef and pork while enhancing the sour elements

OR Bors de Peste

Sour Fish Soup

Wine Pour: The Saltress Chenin Blanc - South Africa

Off-dry fruit and bright acidity highlight the fish and cut through the sour broth beautifully

Third Course: Choice of Entree

Gulas Ardelenesc - Romanian Beef Goulash

Slow-braised beef simmered with Paprika, Tomatoes, and Root Vegetables, enriched with Caraway and fresh herbs in a hearty Stew that reflects the rustic flavors of Transylvania

Wine Pour: Hercula Monastrell- Spain

Deep red fruits, pepper and spice match perfectly with paprika-rich alow braised beef

OR Pui cu Smantana - Romanian Chicken in Sour Cream Sauce

Free range Chicken in a velvety Sour Cream sauce infused with Garlic, Onion and a hint of paprika, served with fresh dill

Wine Pour: The Saltress Chenin Blanc - South Africa

Rounded texture and soft acidity pair well with creamy sauce and dill

Fourth Course: Choice of Dessert

Albitnuta - Romanian Honey Cake

Combines layers of tender Honey-infused dough with Creamy Semolina filling and Fruity Jam

OR Praiture cu Visine - Romanian Sour Cherry Cake

A light and fluffy Sponge Cake studded with tart sour cherries, baked to golden perfection, and served with a luscious Cherry Compote enhancing its bright tangy flavor

Wine Pour: Vina Undurraga Brut Rose - Chile

Light strawberry notes and crisp bubble cleanse the palate while complementing the honey and cherry desserts

Appetizers and Salads

* Ask your server how your dish can be prepared gluten free. While we offer gluten free items, we cannot guarantee they are free of trace elements of gluten.

Lamb Biryani Lollipops*

$18.00

Succulent Lamb lollipops marinated in fragrant biryani spices and seared to perfection, finished with rosemary, figs and balsamic glaze.

Prosciutto-Wrapped Scallops*

$22.00

Seared Scallops wrapped in crisp prosciutto, watermelon and shallot escabeche, finished with aged balsamic caramel

Fried Shrimp Caprese

$13.00

Crisp, golden-fried Shrimp served a top of a fresh heritage tomatoes and mozzarella salad, finished with a drizzle of aged balsamic reduction

Filet Teriyaki Skewers*

$17.00

Tender Beef skewers glazed with a rich teriyaki sauce, finished with a sprinkle of chili flakes and toasted sesame seeds

Tandoori Cauliflower Steak*

$14.00

Roasted cauliflower Steak, spice-crusted with traditional tandoori seasonings, served with a vibrant Romesco sauce

Saffron Tomato Mussels*

$15.00

Mussels cooked in a rich tomato broth and smoked paprika, finished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges

Cajun Fried Calamari

$15.00

Golden, tender Calamari served with tangy banana jalapenos, and crisp pickles, accompanied by a horseradish remoulade

Roasted Bone Marrow*

$20.00

Herb Gremolata and Rustic Garlic Toast

Ports of Call Salad*

$13.00

Mixed Greens, Crispy Prosciutto, toasted hazelnuts, Watermelon and Shallots escabeche, aged Manchego and Blueberry and Balsamic Vinaigrette

Wedge Caesar Salad*

$13.00

Crisp Iceberg wedge brushed with anchovy dressing, Grated Parmigiano Reggiano, rosemary garlic croutons

Frisee and Arugula Salad*

$13.00

Candied walnuts, pickled apples, Heritage tomatoes, crumbled goat cheese, Champagne Amber honey vinaigrette

Entrees

Herb-crusted Chicken Milanese

$23.00

Pan-fried Herb & Panko Crusted Chicken Breast over Arugula salad tossed in Balsamic Vin, finished with a balsamic reduction

Butter Chicken Curry*

$28.00

Tender marinated chicken simmered in tomato-butter sauce, served with basmati rice and naan

Jamaican Goat Curry*

$28.00

Slow-braised goat with Caribbean spices, coconut rice and beans, sauteed spinach

Coq Au Vin

$30.00

Bone in chicken thighs and legs slowly braised in Burgundy wine with onions, lardons, mushrooms and pommes puree

Shepherd's Pie*

$31.00

Slow-braised Lamb in a rich red wine and herb jus, layered with garden vegetables and crowned with a Yukon Gold potato puree

Braised Osso Bucco

$48.00

Tender Veal Shank braised to perfection in aromatic herbs and stock, plated with silky Yukon Gold potato puree, caramelized charred cauliflower, and a glossy herb Bordelaise jus

Seafood Potpie

$34.00

Tender baby Scallops, shrimp and fresh market fish gently simmered in a delicate cream sauce, encased in a flaky golden pastry and finished with a hint of fresh herbs

Seafood Bouillabaise*

$34.00

Provencal fisherman's stew with saffron and fennel-scented tomato broth, clams, scallops, shrimp, mussels, and market fish served with toasted garlic herb baguette

Jamaican-Rubbed Porterhouse Pork Chop*

$34.00

Served with coconut-sweet potato puree, charred pineapple relish, pimento-glazed heirloom carrots, and finished with a rich jerk jus

Tuscan Herb-Parmesan Crusted Salmon*

$36.00

Finished with charred pepper and hazelnut puree, served with your choice of two seasonal sides

Mussels and Clams Risotto*

$34.00

Creamy Risotto infused with saffron and finished in a rich tomato broth, tender mussels and clams, with a touch of fennel and fresh herbs

Paella de Marisco*

$39.00

This Seafood Paella contains Saffron-infused rice layered with calamari, shrimp, mussels, and fresh clams. Finished with a hint of smoked paprika and garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges

Prime Beef Tenderloin*

$49.00

Served with Dauphinoise potatoes and braised mushroom with Madeira wine sauce

Sides

House Salad

$6.00

Sauteed Spinach

$6.00

Baked Sweet Potato

$6.00

Charred Cauliflower

$6.00

Dauphinoise Potatoes

$6.00

Coconut Rice and Beans

$6.00

Steamed Rice Basmati

$6.00

Mashed Potatoes

$6.00

Pimiento Glazed Carrots

$6.00

Consuming raw or undercooked meats may increase your risk of foodborne illness especially if you have certain medical condition. * Ask you server how your dish can be prepared gluten free. While we offer gluten free items we cannot guarantee they are free of trace elements of gluten.