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Rusty Pelican
2735 W Coast Hwy
Newport Beach, CA 92663
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Dinner Menu
Beginnings
Fried Calamari
$17.00
Fresh Spanish Calamari, Citrus 'Buffalo' Sauce, Tempura Peppers and Onions
Crab Cake
$18.00
Lump Crab, Grilled Corn Salad, Chives, Peppers, Chipotle and Garlic Aioli
Short Rib Empanadas
$15.00
12-hour Braised Short Rib, Roasted Jalapeño & Sweet Corn Emulsion, Tomato-Vanilla Jam
Grilled Herb Marinated Octopus
$22.00
Salt Tenderized Spanish Octopus, Crispy Sunchokes, Organic Fingerling Potatoes, Squid Ink Emulsion
Snapper Ceviche
$15.00
Sweet Potatoes, Choclo, Lime Juice, Aji Amarillo, Onions, Cilantro
Raw Bar
Seasonal Oysters
Blue Point East Coast, Kumamoto West Coast, Malpeque East Coast, Burnt Black Pepper and Red Wine Mignonette
- (each) $4.00
Jumbo Gulf Shrimp Cocktail
$18.00
Citrus Poached Shrimp, Ancho Chile Cocktail Sauce, Lemon
Caribbean Spiny Lobster Tail
$30.00
Whole Grain White Wine Mustard Aioli
Red Colossal King Crab
$22.00
Whole Grain White Wine Mustard Aioli
3 Tiered Seafood Tower
Blue Point Oysters, Jumbo Gulf Shrimp, Chilled Lobster, King Crab, Spicy Tuna Roll, Assortment of Sashimi & Nigiri
- Petite (Serves 2) $95.00
- Imperial (Serves 4) $175.00
Sushi
Deco Maki
$16.00
Pink Sticky Rice, Gulf Shrimp Tempura, Mango, Cream Cheese, Red Onion and Eel Sauce
Spicy Tuna Roll
$16.00
Orange and Lemon Avocado Creme, Charred Jalapeño and Ginger Dressing, Green Papaya and Mint Slaw
Sashimi
Ahi Tuna or Atlantic Salmon
- (per piece) $4.00
Nigiri
Wasabi Sticky Rice and choice of Atlantic Salmon or Ahi Tuna
- (per piece) $4.00
Salads
Add to salads: Chicken $7, Salmon $10, Shrimp $10
Little Gem Caesar
$14.00
Shaved Parmesan, Garlic Roasted Croutons, Crisp Capers
House Mixed Greens
$14.00
Seasonal Blend of Organic Greens, Avocado, Tomatoes, Smoked Tomato Vinaigrette
Burrata & Tomato
$16.00
Smoked Georgia Peaches, Toasted Pistachios, Pickled Fennel, Balsamic Honey Emulsion, Mache
Entrées
Rusty Pelican Board for Two
$115.00
Whole Fried Snapper, Lobster and Shrimp Risotto, CAB New York Strip, Smoked Sweet Plantain Mash
Lobster and Shrimp Risotto
$40.00
Fresh Butter Poached Lobster, Marinated Gulf Shrimp, Snow Peas and Carrots
Chilean Sea Bass
$46.00
Smoked Sweet Plantain Mash, Grilled Anaheim Pepper, Mango-Papaya Salsa
Crispy Whole Local Snapper
$36.00
Creamy Coconut Orzo, Arugula and Grilled Corn Salad, Roasted Jalapeño Lime Dressing
Atlantic Salmon
$32.00
50/50 Mashed, Garlic Caper Butter Sauce, Seasonal Vegetables
Sunflower Seed Crusted Halibut
$37.00
Goat Cheese Peruvian Potatoes, Wild Mushrooms, Sea Beans, Red Pepper Coulis
Day Boat Pistachio Scallops
$34.00
Roasted Sunchoke Cream, Blood Orange Gastrique, Chili and Honey Glazed Baby Carrots
Honey Roasted Half Chicken
$34.00
Citrus Brined, Grilled Corn, 50/50 Mashed, Toasted Corn Bread with Maple Chili Butter
Sautéed Broccolini & Crispy Tofu
$26.00
Soy Honey Glazed Tofu, Ginger Broccoli Purée, Toasted Sunflower Seeds and Roasted Red Pepper
8oz Filet Mignon
$44.00
Certified Angus Beef
12oz Dry Aged New York
$47.00
Certified Angus Beef
Surf and Turf
$77.00
Grilled Filet Mignon & Broiled Lobster Tail, 50/50 Mashed, Grilled Broccolini, and Herb Drawn Butter
Beginnings
Fried Calamari
$17.00
Fresh Spanish Calamari, Citrus 'Buffalo' Sauce, Tempura Peppers and Onions
Rpm Crab Cake
$18.00
Lump Crab, Grilled Corn Salad, Chives, Peppers, Chipotle and Garlic Aioli
Short Rib Empanadas
$15.00
12-hour Braised Short Rib, Roasted Jalapeño & Sweet Corn Emulsion, Tomato-Vanilla Jam
Grilled Herb Marinated Octopus
$22.00
Salt Tenderized Spanish Octopus, Crispy Sunchokes, Organic Fingerling Potatoes, Squid Ink Emulsion
Snapper Ceviche
$15.00
Sweet Potatoes, Choclo, Lime Juice, Aji Amarillo, Onions, Cilantro
Raw Bar
Seasonal Oysters
Blue Point East Coast, Kumamoto West Coast, Malpeque East Coast, Burnt Black Pepper and Red Wine Mignonette
- (each) $4.00
Jumbo Gulf Shrimp Cocktail
$18.00
Citrus Poached Shrimp, Ancho Chile Cocktail Sauce, Lemon
Caribbean Spiny Lobster Tail
$30.00
Whole Grain White Wine Mustard Aioli
Red Colossal King Crab
$22.00
Whole Grain White Wine Mustard Aioli
3 Tiered Seafood Tower
Blue Point Oysters, Jumbo Gulf Shrimp, Chilled Lobster, King Crab, Spicy Tuna Roll, Assortment of Sashimi & Nigiri
- Petite (Serves 2) $95.00
- Imperial (Serves 4) $175.00
Sushi
Deco Maki
$16.00
Pink Sticky Rice, Gulf Shrimp Tempura, Mango, Cream Cheese, Red Onion and Eel Sauce
Spicy Tuna Roll
$15.00
Orange and Lemon Avocado Creme, Charred Jalapeño and Ginger Dressing, Green Papaya and Mint Slaw
Sashimi
Ahi Tuna or Atlantic Salmon
- (per piece) $4.00
Nigiri
Wasabi Sticky Rice and choice of Atlantic Salmon or Ahi Tuna
- (per piece) $4.00
"Brunchy" Type of Things
Crab Cake Benedict
$22.00
Poached Egg, Brioche Toast, Potato Hash, Chipotle Hollandaise
Smoked Salmon Benedict
$19.00
Poached Egg, Brioche Toast, Potato Hash, Béarnaise
Lobster Benedict
$38.00
Jalapeño Cheddar Corn Bread, 1lb Lobster, Poached Organic Eggs & Crispy Shallots
Crab Huevos Rancheros
$23.00
Pinto Bean and Jalapeño Purée, Organic Tomato Salsa, Blue Corn Tortilla, Cotija Cheese, Sunny Side Up Egg
Fruity Pebbles Pancakes
$18.00
Blueberry Buttercream, Vanilla Bourbon Maple Syrup
Crusted French Toast
$17.00
Blackberry Syrup, Cinnamon Marshmallow Cream
Egg and Bacon Sandwich
$15.00
Cheddar Cheese, Tomato, Avocado, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Fried Egg
Fried Chicken and Waffle
$28.00
Organic Half Chicken, Orange Cinnamon Waffle and Sriracha Maple Syrup
Tomato Tartine
$15.00
Sundried Tomato Spread, Sliced Avocado, Pickled Red Onion, Toasted Pine Nuts
Rusty Pelican Brunch Board for Two
$110.00
Lobster Benedict, Dry Aged CAB New York, Fried Chicken and Waffles, Potato Hash
Steak 'n' Eggs
USDA Certified Angus Beef. Served with Potato Hash & Fried or Scrambled Eggs
8oz Filet Mignon
$44.0012oz Dry Aged New York
$47.00Salads
Add to salads: Chicken $7, Salmon $10, Shrimp $10
Little Gem Caesar
$14.00
Shaved Parmesan, Garlic Roasted Croutons, Crisp Capers
House Mixed Greens
$14.00
Seasonal Blend of Organic Greens, Avocado, Tomatoes, Smoked Tomato Vinaigrette
Burrata & Tomato
$16.00
Smoked Georgia Peaches, Toasted Pistachios, Pickled Fennel, Balsamic Honey Emulsion, Mache
Lunch
Crispy Whole Local Snapper
$36.00
Creamy Coconut Orzo, Arugula and Grilled Corn Salad, Roasted Jalapeño Lime Dressing
Atlantic Salmon
$32.00
Pan Seared Salmon, 50/50 Mashed, Garlic Caper Butter Sauce
Salmon BLT
$18.00
Grilled Salmon, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Caper-Lime Remoulade, Rusty Fries, Brioche Bun
Chilean Sea Bass
$46.00
Smoked Sweet Plantain Mash, Grilled Anaheim Pepper, Mango-Papaya Salsa
Fish Tacos
$18.00
Blackened Local Snapper with Chipotle Aioli and Mango Lime Salsa, Rusty Fries
Biscayne Burger
$17.00
Double Patty Smash Burger, Lettuce, Tomato, Cheddar Cheese, Secret Sauce, Caramelized Onions, Rusty Fries, Brioche Bun
Specialty
The Bay Blossom
$16.00
Grey Goose, St. Elder Elderflower Liqueur, Homemade Ginger Syrup, Fresh Lemon Juice, Hibiscus Leaf
Mr 305
$16.00
Voli 305, St. Elder Elderflower Liqueur, Fresh Lime Juice, Mint, Basil, Cucumber, Sparkling Wine
Passion of the Soul
$16.00
Soul Caçhaca, Passion Fruit Purée, Coconut, Cream, Luxardo Maraschino, Lime Juice, Passion Fruit
The Orange
$16.00
Milagro Silver Tequila, St. Elder Elderflower Lique, Blood Orange, Lime Juice, Blue Weber Agave, Blood Orange, Mints, Ginger Root, Tajin
Classic
Old Fashioned (1880'S Louisville)
$16.00
Michter's Bourbon, Homemade Old Fashioned Syrup, Orange Bitters, Filthy Cherry
Margarita (1938 Mexico)
$16.00
Milagro Silver Tequila, Citrus Liqueur, Fresh Lime Juice, Salt Lime
Mojito (1586 Cuba)
$16.00
Flor De Caña 4yr, Fresh Lime Juice, Mint, Lime, Sugar Cane
Classic Martini
$16.00
Bombay Sapphire Gin, Russian Standard Vodka, Carpano Bianco Vermouth, Olive or Lemon Twist
Espresso Martini (1980 London)
$16.00
Van Gogh Espresso Vodka, Tia Maria Espresso, Rich Simple Syrup, Coffee Beans 16
Gin & Tonic
Gin #1 Blackberries & Rosemary
$16.00
St George Gin, Fever Tree Tonic
Gin #2 Lemon & Basil
$16.00
Plymouth London Dry Gin, Rich Simple Syrup, Bitter Lemon Fever Tree Tonic
Gin #3 Jasmine & Elderflower
$16.00
St George Gin, Organic Jasmine Tea, St Germain Elderflower, Fever Tree Elderflower Tonic
Gin #4 Hibiscus & Cucumber
$16.00
Hendrick's Gin, Fever Tree Tonic
Beers
Veza sur Spanglish (Latin Lager 4.2%) Wynwood, FL
$8.00Funky Buddha (Hefeweizen 5.2%) Oakland Pk, FL
$8.00Biscayne Bay Saison (Saison 6.9 %) Biscayne Bay, FL
$8.00Bud Light (Pale Lager 4.2%) St. Louis, MO
$7.00Screamin' Reels IPA (IPA 7.50%) Delray Beach, FL
$8.00Corona (Pale Lager 4.5%) Mexico
$7.00Heineken (Pale Lager 5%) Netherlands
$8.00Sapporo (Pale Lager 4.9%) Japan
$8.00Cocktails That Wow
See, Smell, Sip. Served table side
Your Final Wish
We've all thought about it. What would you wish for if you came across a genie? There's only one catch; he's your bartender. The thing about wishes and cocktails is the more you have, the more you want. Lavender Infused Syrup, Hendrick's Gin, Junmai Sake, Lime Juice, St. Germain Served in a genie lamp, rub for a wish
- Serves Two $30.00
Siren's Song
You won't be able to resist their soothing voices. They are singing to you, luring you, and you know you shouldn't go to them but you can't help it. Maker's Mark infused with Allspice and Mint, Amaretto Disaronno, Frangelico Served in a world globe glass
- Serves Two $30.00
İlegal Old Fashioned
$17.00
Wanted dead or alive for impersonating a classic cocktail. Don't be fooled by this bandit! İlegal Joven Mezcal, Pedro Ximenez, Gonzalez Byass, Old Fashioned Syrup, Smoked Eucalyptus Oak, Neat
Sparkling
Benvolio, Prosecco, Friuli, Italy NV
- Glass $13.00
- Btl $52.00
Moscato d'Asti, Saracco, Piemonte, Italy 2019
- Glass $13.00
- Btl $52.00
Domaine Chandon, Brut, California NV
- Glass $18.00
- Btl $80.00
Veuve Clicquot, "Yellow Label" Brut, France NV
- Glass $24.00
- Btl $110.00
Louis Roederer, Brut Premier, France NV
- Btl $156.00
Moet & Chandon Dom Perignon, Brut, Champagne NV
- Btl $350.00
Laurent Perrier, Brut Rose, France
- Btl $188.00
Sauvignon Blanc
Chateau Souverain, California 2019
- Btl $48.00
Matua, Marlborough, New Zealand 2019
- Glass $13.00
- Btl $52.00
Miner, Napa Valley, California 2018
- Btl $66.00
Cloudy Bay, Marlborough 2019
- Glass $18.00
- Btl $72.00
Marquis de Goulaine, Sancerre, Les Lorys Loire, France
- Btl $78.00
Chardonnay
Chateau Souverain, California 2019
- Glass $13.00
- Btl $48.00
Cambria "Clone 4", Santa Maria Valley 2018
- Glass $14.00
- Btl $52.00
Mer Soleil Reserve, Santa Lucia Highlands 2017
- Glass $16.00
- Btl $60.00
Sonoma Cutrer, "Russian River Ranches", Sonoma Coast 2017
- Btl $62.00
Freemark Abbey, Napa Valley 2018
- Glass $18.00
- Btl $72.00
Jean Marc Brocard, Chablis, Saint Claire 2018
- Btl $72.00
Louis Latour, Pouilly-Fuissé, Mâconnais 2018
- Btl $78.00
Stag's Leap Wine Cellars, "Karia", Napa Valley 2017
- Btl $78.00
Flowers Vineyards & Winery, Sonoma Coast 2017
- Btl $110.00
Cakebread Cellars, Napa Valley 2018
- Btl $118.00
Interesting Whites
Pinot Grigio, Benvolio Friuli, Italy 2018
- Glass $13.00
- Btl $52.00
Riesling, Kung Fu Girl, Washington 2017
- Glass $13.00
- Btl $52.00
Pinot Gris, Macmurray Estate Vineyards, Russian River Valley 2018
- Btl $52.00
Albariño, Torre la Moreira Rias Baixas, Spain 2018
- Glass $14.00
- Btl $56.00
White Blend, Conundrum, California 2018
- Glass $14.00
- Btl $56.00
Pinot Gris, J Vineyards, California 2018
- Glass $14.00
- Btl $56.00
White Blend, Prisoner Wine Co. "Blindfold", California 2018
- Glass $17.00
- Btl $70.00
Rosé
Sunseeker, California 2018
- Glass $13.00
- Btl $52.00
Chateau d'Esclans, Whispering Angel, France 2017
- Btl $52.00
Chateau d'Esclans, "Rock Angel" Provence, France 2018
- Btl $72.00
Pinot Noir
Chateau Souverain, California 2019
- Btl $48.00
Carmel Road, Monterey County 2016
- Glass $13.00
- Btl $52.00
La Crema, Willamette Valley 2014
- Glass $16.00
- Btl $64.00
Gran Moraine, Yamhill-Carlton
- Btl $85.00
Cabernet Sauvignon
Chateau Souverain, California 2019
- Glass $13.00
- Btl $48.00
1865, Maipo Valley, Chile 2017
- Btl $58.00
Arrowood, "Sonoma Estates", Sonoma County 2016
- Glass $16.00
- Btl $64.00
Murphy- Goode, Alexander Valley 2015
- Btl $68.00
Kith & Kin by Round Pond, Napa Valley 2017
- Glass $18.00
- Btl $72.00
Freemark Abbey, Napa Valley 2016
- Btl $98.00
Louis Martini, Alexander Valley 2017
- Btl $132.00
Caymus Winery, Napa Valley 2018
- Btl $228.00
Interesting Reds
Zinfandel, Edmeades, Mendocino County 2017
- Btl $46.00
Merlot, Ōlelo, Paso Robles
- Glass $13.00
- Btl $52.00
Merlot, Matanzas Creek, Sonoma County
- Btl $52.00
Merlot, Kendall Jackson Vintner's Reserve, Sonoma
- Glass $14.00
- Btl $56.00
Red Blend, Conundrum, California 2017
- Glass $15.00
- Btl $60.00
Malbec, Catena Vista Flores Mendoza, Argentina 2017
- Glass $16.00
- Btl $64.00
Merlot, Decoy by Duckhorn, Napa Valley, California
- Btl $64.00
Tempranillo, Marques de Caceres, Rioja 2016
- Btl $64.00
Red Blend, Les Cadrans, St. Emilion Bordeaux, France
- Btl $75.00
Cigars
Davidoff Anniversary Special R Tubos
$26.50
Refined, smooth and creamy with notes of dried nuts and cedar
Davidoff Winston Churchill Toro
$27.50
Medium body with a refined profile, balance between sweetness, earth and subtle spice
Davidoff Winston Late Hour Robusto
$29.50
Well rounded medium-full strength and flavor subtly imparted with the barrel aging of Speyside Scotch
My Father Le Bijou Torpedo
$17.50
2015 Cigar of the Year, this Nicaraguan Puro delivers full strength and balanced, complex flavors
Oliva Melanio Figurado
$20.00
2014 Cigar of the Year, smooth, rich medium body with prominent leather, coffee and subtle caramel
Oliva Connecticut Toro
$15.50
Smooth and mild with no pepper or spice at all. Creamy, silky wood tones on the finish
Padron 64 Exclusivo Natural
$17.75
Smooth medium, clean with great aging, primarily earth, cocoa and coffee with subtle spice notes
Padron 26 #6 Maduro
$19.50
Starting stronger and mellowing to medium plus with prominent cocoa and dark fruit sweetness
Montecristo White Label Toro
$15.50
Mild yet flavorful, smooth notes of cedar and dried nuts. A blend worthy of the Montecristo name
Montecristo Classic #2
$19.50
A true classic cigar, highlighting Connecticut shade wrapper the smoke is as silky as the appearance
Happy Hour
Monday to Friday from 4 pm to 6:30 pm
Select Import and Craft Beers, All Specialty Cocktails
$7.00Well Drinks, Bud Light and House Wine
Chateau Souverain
$5.00
Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon
Select Premium Wines by the Glass
Rosé, Sunseeker, California
$9.00Sparkling, Domaine Chandon Brut, California
$9.00Chardonnay, Cambria, "Clone 4", Santa Maria Valley
$9.00Sauvignon Blanc, Matua Marlborough, New Zealand
$9.00Pinot Noir, La Crema, Willamette Valley
$9.00Cabernet Sauvignon, Kith & Kin, Napa Valley
$9.00½ Off Select Food Items
Prices reflect 50% off discount
Fried Calamari
$8.50
Fresh Spanish Calamari, Citrus 'Buffalo' Sauce, Tempura Peppers and Onions
Crab Cake
$9.00
Lump Crab, Grilled Corn, Chives, Peppers, Chipotle and Garlic Aioli
Seasonal Oysters
Blue Point East Coast, Kumamoto West Coast, Malpeque East Coast, Burnt Black Pepper and Red Wine Mignonette
- (each) $2.00
Little Gem Caesar
$7.00
Little Gem, Shaved Parmesan, Garlic Roasted Croutons, Crisp Capers
Rusty Fries
$4.00Browse Nearby
General Info
Payment Types
All Major Cards
Cuisine
Seafood
American - Contemporary
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Brunch
Hours
Monday:
11:30am - 10:15pm
Tuesday:
11:30am - 10:15pm
Wednesday:
11:30am - 10:15pm
Thursday:
11:30am - 10:15pm
Friday:
11:30am - 11:15pm
Saturday:
11:30am - 11:15pm
Sunday:
10:00am - 10:15pm
About Us
With spectacular waterfront views and an eclectic menu of fresh seafood and tender steaks, it's no wonder Rusty Pelican has become a Newport Beach dining destination. We are proud to be a recipient of Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence. A distinction bestowed upon only the nation's premier restaurants.