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Ports Of Call
116 N Howe St
Southport, NC 28461
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Join us for our California Wine Dinner and Chef's Tasting on Thursday, September 25, 2025. Call us at 910-457-4544 to reserve a table.
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Children's Menu
Sunday Brunch Menu - 2025
Lunch Menu - 2025
Dinner Menu - 2025
California Wine Dinner and Chef's Tasting
Children's Menu
Children's Menu
Seafood Soup, Soup of the Day, Vegetable Gazpacho
- (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.
Breakfast Style Entrees
Cheese grits upcharge of $1.00
Southern Fried Chicken and Waffles
$23.00
Made with Crispy Chicken Breast, Maple Bourbon BBQ sauce, and fluffy Belgian Waffle and choice of one side
Spiced Dutch Baby Pancakes
$19.00
Berries, Vermont Maple Syrup, Cinnamon Sugar and choice of meat
Applewood Smoked Ham Benedict
$18.00
Poached Egg, Chives, Smoked Paprika Hollandaise **
Crabcake Benedict
$20.00
Poached Egg, Peppers, Chives and Smoked Paprika Hollandaise Sauce and choice of one side **
Chicken Masala Omelet
$22.00
Tomatoes, Indian Spices, Herbs, Chicken Breast and choice of one side *GF Optional
Scallops and Shrimp French Omelet
$25.00
Mustard Cream, Chives *GF Optional
Dutch Baby with Smoked Salmon and Capers
$22.00
Sour Cream Cheese, Pickled Fennel, Chives, Cucumber, chopped Bacon
Crunchy Buttercream French Toast
$19.00
Banana, Berries and Vermont Syrup with choice of meat
Lunch Style Entrees
Eggs Benny Burger
$24.00
Angus Beef Patties, Bacon, Pickled Shallots, Citrus Hollandaise, Roasted Garlic Aioli, Poached Egg, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickles pepper jack Cheese, Smoked Gouda or Cheddar Cheese, and Chives as garnish **
Crabcake Sandwich
$20.00
Cajun Dill Remoulade, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickle, Onion, Brioche Bun with choice of one side *GF Optional without bun
Chicken Cordon Bleu
$21.00
Marinated Chicken Breast, Brioche Bun, Applewood Smoked Ham, Swiss Cheese, Dijonnaise, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion and Pickle
Smoked Salmon Flatbread
$20.00
Mixed Greens, Cream Cheese, Pickled Fennel, Chives, Chopped Bacon, Capers
Chorizo Shakshuka
$20.00
Peppers, Onion, Garlic, Tomato Puree, Poached Eggs, Parsley, Feta Cheese with Naan Bread *GF optional **
Spanish Chorizo Shrimp and Grits
$19.00
Blackened Shrimp. Chorizo, Peppers *GF
Salads
Curry Chicken
$18.00
Lightly Seasoned Curry Chicken Breast over Field Greens, Avocado, Cashews, Grape Tomatoes, Red Onion, Carrots and Parmesan Cheese *GF
SEA BLT
$23.00
Fresh Lobster, Crab and Shrimp Salad in a light Tarragon Mayonnaise and topped with Bacon over Fried Green Tomatoes *GF
POC Bistro Salad
Field Greens, Pickled Heirloom Tomatoes and Fennel, and Asparagus with Strawberry Lavender Vinaigrette *GF
- (Small) $9.00
- (Large) $17.00
Traditional Caesar
Romaine Hearts, House made Croutons, and Parmesan Cheese tossed in Garlic Caesar Dressing *GF
- (Small) $8.00
- (Large) $15.00
Watermelon & Burrata
$17.00
Field Candied Bacon, Apple Cider Vinegar Shallots and Cucumbers with Green Goddess Dressing*GF ***
Salad Additions
- Chicken
- $7.00
- Shrimp
- $8.00
- U-10/20 Scallops**
- $21.00
- 6 oz. Filet**
- $37.00
- Seared Salmon**
- $16.00
- Lightly Fried Oysters
- $12.00
- Charred Octopus
- $14.00
- Anchovies
- $3.00
Additional Sides
- Home Fries
- $6.00
- Grits
- $6.00
- French Fries
- $6.00
- Chips
- $6.00
- Eggs
- $7.00
- Applewood Smoked Bacon
- $6.00
- Sausage Pattie
- $6.00
- Sausage Links
- $6.00
Soups and Appetizers
Soup of the Day, Seafood Soup, Vegetable Gazpacho
- (cup) $7.00
- (bowl) $12.00
Fried Oysters
$18.00
Cornmeal Coated, Lightly Fried and served with Dill Cajun Remoulade *GF
Balsamic Glazed Lamb Lollipops
$18.00
With Balsamic Glazed Figs and Rosemary *GF
Blackened 10/20 Dayboat Scallops
$21.00
Over a Watermelon and Mint Salad** *GF
Crispy Fried Artichoke Hearts
$15.00
Served with Lemon Aioli *GF (Vegan)
Roasted Brussel Sprouts
$16.00
Honey, and Balsamic Glazed with Crispy Bacon and Parmesan Cheese
Fried Green Tomato
$17.00
Topped with Blackened Shrimp and finished with a French Style Whole Grain Mustard Crema *GF
Salads
Watermelon and Burrata
$17.00
Field Candied Pecans, Apple Cider, Shallots and Cucumbers with green Goddess Dressing *GF
SEA BLT
$23.00
Fresh Lobster, Crab and Shrimp Salad in a light Tarragon Mayonnaise topped with Bacon over Fried Green Tomatoes *GF
POC Bistro Salad
Field Greens, Pickled Heirloom Tomatoes and Fennel, and Asparagus with Strawberry Lavender Vinaigrette *GF
- (Small) $9.00
- (Large) $17.00
Caesar Salad
Romaine Hearts, House made Croutons, and Parmesan Cheese tossed in Garlic Caesar Dressing *GF
- (Small) $8.00
- (Large) $15.00
Chicken Curry Salad
$18.00
Lightly Curried Chicken Breast over Mixed Greens with Sliced Avocado, Cashews, Tomato, Cucumber, Carrot, Red Onion and Parmesan Cheese *GF
Salad Additions
- Chicken
- $7.00
- Shrimp
- $8.00
- 3 10/20 Scallops**
- $21.00
- 4 oz. Salmon**
- $14.00
- 4-5Lightly Fried Oysters
- $12.00
- 6 Oz. Filet**
- $37.00
- Charred Octopus
- $14.00
- Anchovies
- $3.00
Burger, Sandwiches and Wraps
*GF Optional: Ask your server about our *GF optional gluten free breads and buns
The POC Burger
$21.00
An 8 Oz. Handmade Burger with Shredded lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion and Pickle on a Brioche Roll served with one side**
- American Cheese per slice
- $1.50
- Cheddar Cheese per slice
- $1.50
- Swiss Cheese per slice
- $1.50
- Garlic Aioli
- $1.50
- Blue Cheese
- $1.50
- Bacon
- $1.50
Salmon BLT Sandwich
$21.00
Grilled 1/4 lb. portion of Atlantic Salmon on a grilled Brioche Roll with Lettuce, Tomatoes, Applewood Smoked Crispy Bacon and Tartar Sauce, served with one side**
Grouper Sandwich
$22.00
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
Cheddar Crusted BBQ Short Rib Sandwich
$22.00
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
Shrimp Po'Boy Wrap
$18.00
Fried Shrimp, Shredded Lettuce, Diced Tomatoes, and Cajun Remoulade, served with one side
Oyster Po'Boy Wrap
$21.00
Fried Oysters, Shredded Lettuce, Diced Tomatoes, and Cajun Remoulade, served with one side
Grilled Chicken Cordon Bleu
$21.00
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
$20.00
Grilled Marinated Chicken Breast with Applewood Bacon, Pesto Mayo, Baby Gem Lettuce, Tomato and Cucumber in a Tortilla Wrap 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) $18.00
- (Grouper) $21.00
Lamb Biryani Plate
$37.00
Marinated Lamb Lollipops with Rice in a Caramelized Onion, Saffron and Yogurt Sauce with Cucumber raita
Flatbreads
Butter Chicken Flatbread
$20.00
This Desi of Flavors consists of Buttered Curry Chicken, Onion and Cilantro on a Garlic Naan Flatbread
Margherita
$19.00
Light Tomato Sauce, Tomato, Basil, Melted Mozzarella and Parmesan on an oven-baked Flatbread
Greek Flatbread
$19.00
This Vegi Pizza Flatbread has roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Artichokes, Olives, feat Cheese, Red Onion on an oven-baked Flatbread
Soups and Appetizers
Soup of the Day, House Seafood Vegetable Gazpacho
- (cup) $7.00
- (bowl) $12.00
Fried Oysters
$18.00
Lightly Fried, Cornmeal battered with a Cajun Dill Remoulade *GF
Fried Green Tomato
$17.00
Blackened Shrimp atop Cornmeal Battered Tomatoes with Whole Grain French Style Mustard Crema *GF
Roasted Brussel Sprouts
$16.00
Honey and Balsamic glazed with Bacon and Parmesan Cheese
Crispy Artichoke Hearts
$15.00
Lightly Fried Flour Battered with Zesty Lemon Aioli
Balsamic Glazed Lamb Lollipops
$18.00
Seared with Figs and Rosemary** *GF
Blackened U-10/20 Dayboat Scallops
$21.00
With Feta, Watermelon and Mint Salad ** *GF
Salads
Watermelon Burrata
$17.00
Field Greens, Candied Pecans, Apple Cider Shallots & Cucumber with Green Goddess Dressing *GF
SEA B.L.T.
$23.00
Fresh Lobster, Crab & Shrimp Salad in a Light Tarragon Mayo topped with Bacon over Fried Green Tomatoes *GF
Curry Chicken
$18.00
Lightly Seasoned Curry Chicken Breast over Field Greens, Avocado, Cashews, Grape Tomato, Red Onion, Carrots and Parmesan Cheese *GF
POC Bistro Salad
Field Greens, Feta, Pickled Heirloom Tomatoes, Fennel & Asparagus With Strawberry Lavender Vinaigrette *GF
- (Small) $9.00
- (Large) $17.00
Traditional Caesar
Romaine Hearts, House Made Croutons & Parmesan Cheese tossed in Garlic Caesar Dressing *GF
- (Small) $8.00
- (Large) $15.00
Salad Additions
- (Chicken) $7.00
- (Shrimp) $8.00
- (U-10/20 Scallops**) $21.00
- (Salmon**) $16.00
- (Fried Oysters) $12.00
- (6 oz. Filet**) $37.00
- (Charred Octopus) $14.00
- (Anchovies) $3.00
Lighter Fare
Seared Salmon
$29.00
Parmesan & Pistachio Crusted 4 oz. Salmon Filet with Vanilla Bean Compound Butter with choice of two sides *GF
Butter Chicken
$29.00
Braised Chicken Thighs in a Tomato-based Herb Curry with Grilled Naan and Basmati Rice
Chicken Marsala
$28.00
Golden Pan-Fried Pounded Chicken Breasts and Mushroom in a Rich Marsala Wine Sauce with choice of two sides *GF optional
Shrimp Scampi
$28.00
Classic Scampi with Grilled Shrimp & Linguini tossed in a Lemon, Garlic, Parsley and White Wine Butter Sauce
Steak and Mushroom Pasta
$30.00
Cremini Mushrooms & Seasoned Filet Tips Sauteed in a rich Veal, red Wine Demi-glace over Linguini
Mediterranean Risotto
$37.00
Shrimp & Scallops in a Lemon-Scented Saffron Broth with Grape Tomatoes, Asparagus & Fresh Herbs *GF
Dinner Entrees
Lamb Biryani
$37.00
Marinated Lamb Lollipops with Rice in a Caramelized Onion, Saffron & Yogurt Sauce with Cucumber Raita
Panang Curry Shrimp
$29.00
Poached Shrimp, Fresh Catch Fish with Mixed vegetables and Saffron Basmati Rice
Charred Octopus
$29.00
With Spanish Chorizo and Roasted Potato Hash, Chimichurri and choice of one side *GF
Seared Salmon
$40.00
8 oz. Mushroom Crusted with Coconut Lime Butter Sauce and choice of two sides** *GF
Vegan Squash Pasta
$24.00
Squash and Zucchini Pasta with Vegetables in a Panang Curry *GF
Dayboat Scallops
$34.00
Seared U-10/20 Scallops with Hot Honey Glazed Carrots and Pea and Mint Puree and choice of one side**
Filet Mignon
Grilled Filet with Bordelaise Sauce or Steak Au Poivre with choice of two sides**
- (6 oz.) $45.00
Braised Short Rib
$37.00
Slow Roasted in a Bordelaise Sauce 28 Day Dry Aged Certified Angus Beef with choice of two sides *GF optional
Seafood Pot Pie
$32.00
Crab, Shrimp & Scallops in a Lobster Cream Sauce with a Flaky Pastry
Sides at $5 each
Baked Potato (or Loaded Option add $3.50), Baked Sweet Potato, Herb Smashed Potato, Savory Smashed Sweet Potato, Grilled Asparagus, Honey Glazed Carrots, Spanish Chorizo and Potato Hash, Charred Broccolini and Steamed Basmati Rice
First Course: Choice of Appetizer
Ahi Tuna Tostada
Crisp corn tortilla topped with peppercorn-crusted Ahi tuna, ponzu-lime salsa, avocado mousse, sesame seed and a soy reduction
Wine Pour: Terra d'Oro Chenin Blanc/Viognier
Aromas of honeysuckle, white peach, melon and citrus zest.
OR Short Rib Barbacoa Bao
Steamed bao buns, folded taco-style, filled with short rib barbacoa, pickled cucumber, salsa verde, barbacoa sauce and fresh herbs
Wine Pour: J. Lohr Valdiguie-Wildflower
Notes of red cherry, cranberry, pomegranate and voilet.
Second Course: Choice of Entree
Seafood Cioppino Linguine
A delightful medley of fresh Pacific seafood-Dungeness crab, shrimp, mussels, scallops, and clams simmered in a fragrant saffron and tomato broth, finished with white wine and fresh herbs
Wine Pour: Terra d'Oro Chenin Blanc/Viognier
Aromas of honeysuckle, white peach, melon and citrus zest.
OR Chipotle Teriyaki Airline Chicken Breast
Served with sesame-garlic fried rice featuring corn and black beans, alongside stir-fried bok choy drizzled with chipotle soy glaze.
Wine Pour: J. Lohr Valdiguie-Wildflower
Notes of red cherry, cranberry, pomegranate and voilet.
Third Course: Choice of Dessert
Horchata Tres Leches Cake
A delightful twist on the classic Mexican Dessert, topped with homemade horchata glaze, house made whipped cream, and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon
Ube Hand Pie
A delectable homemade Ube Halaya encased in a rich, buttery puff pastry crust, finished with a vanilla glaze
Wine Pour: Terra d'Oro Moscato
Aromas of orange blossom, jasmine, ripe peach, and apricot , with lush flavors of stone fruit and tangerine, balanced by bright acidity
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Hours
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
11:30am - 2:30pm
5:00pm - 8:30pm
Wednesday:
11:30am - 2:30pm
5:00pm - 8:30pm
Thursday:
11:30am - 2:30pm
5:00pm - 8:30pm
Friday:
11:30am - 2:30pm
5:00pm - 8:30pm
Saturday:
11:30am - 2:30pm
5:00pm - 8:30pm
Sunday:
10:00am - 2:00pm
Additional Information:
Open on Thanksgiving Eve, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve.
About Us
With its internationally inspired menu and interior design, Ports of Call Bistro in historic downtown Southport is the perfect choice whether you