Convivial gathering spot for Spanish tapas, New England seafood & wine, with rooftop harbor views.
Our philosophy and goal at the Boat House Bistro is to provide you with an unhurried, pleasant, and casual atmosphere of coastal summer dining. Putting the recipes of the world into the context of local ingredients, we offer a broad tempting selection of tastes for our guests to Wow! about. Presented with an artful flare and paired up with an unsurpassed view from our roof top deck, our plates are guaranteed to nock your socks off (unless you prefer flip flops in the summer, in which case, those might get knocked off as well)!
4.5 – 783 reviews $$ • Tapas restaurant
Menu
| Salads | |
| Garden Salad Mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumbers, peppers, balsamic dressing |
$8.00 |
| Kale And Apple Salad Fresh kale, red onions, avocado, apples, cherry tomatoes, lemon |
$10.00 |
| Arugula Salad Arugula, fresh strawberries, goat cheese, almond slices, balsamic dressing |
$10.00 |
| Spinach Salad Baby spinach, mushrooms, blue cheese, sautéed onions and balsamic dressing |
$10.00 |
| Bistro Caesar Chopped romaine, caesar dressing, parmesan cheese, homemade croutons, white anchovies |
$10.00 |
| Entree Salads | |
| Spinach And Pork Belly Crispy pork belly, poke sauce, spinach, pickled cucumbers and red onions, sesame ginger dressing |
$16.00 |
| Romaine And Shrimp Blackened shrimp, romaine, mango, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, yogurt mint dressing |
$21.00 |
| Kale & Salmon Chopped kale, grilled salmon, avocado, tomatoes, pickled onions, balsamic dressing |
$21.00 |
| Tapas | |
| Shrimp & Grits Shrimp, bacon, peppers, garlic, scallions, white wine, cajun seasoning, gruyere cheese grits |
$15.00 |
| Shrimp Quesadilla Grilled flour tortilla, blackened shrimp, goat cheese and arugula |
$15.00 |
| Polenta & Mushroom Cheesy pan-fried polenta, truffle infused mushrooms, crumbled goat cheese |
$10.00 |
| Warm Goat Cheese Tart Goat cheese, sliced prosciutto, warm peach chutney, thyme infused honey |
$12.00 |
| Crispy Gnocchi Pan-fried gnocchi, mushrooms, garlic, fresh herbs, parmesan cheese, arugula |
$12.00 |
| Firecracker Duck Breaded and deep-fried duck tenders, sweet and spicy firecracker sauce |
$12.00 |
| Wings (8) fried wing segments tossed in a different sauce daily |
$10.00 |
| Stuffed Spuds Maine potato skins stuffed with bacon and cheddar jack cheese |
$8.00 |
| Steak Madagascar Skewer Peppercorn encrusted and seared beef tenderloin tips, cognac cream sauce |
$16.00 |
| Blackened Chicken Nachos Corn tortillas, blackened chicken, onions, peppers, tomatoes, jalapeños, jack cheddar, salso, sour cream |
$12.00 |
| Pan Seared Scallops Scallops, roasted mushrooms, goat cheese sauce |
$18.00 |
| Soups | |
| Soup Of The Day A different soup daily, your server will enlighten you on today’s featured soup |
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| Sandwiches & Panins | |
| Bistro Grilled Cheese Three cheese bread, swiss, cheddar, arugula, tomato, bacon |
$12.00 |
| Chicken Panini Breaded & deep-fried chicken, cheddar, cranberry mayo, bacon, caramelized apples, grilled bread |
$16.00 |
| Pork Panini Slow roasted pork tenderloin, swiss cheese, caramelized onions, spicy mustard sauce, panini grilled bread |
$16.00 |
| Steak Panini Flame grilled steak, spicy ketchup, cheddar cheese, mushrooms, onions, peppers, panini grilled bread |
$20.00 |
| Cabernet Sauvignon | |
| Josh Cellars Cabernet sauvignon reserve paso robles california – jammy aromas and fresh fruity flavors, medium body |
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| Pinot Noir | |
| Firesteed Willamette valley, oregon – lively with bright acidity, aromas of supple red cherries and mocha, with a hint of maple syrup, waft from the glass |
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| Merlot | |
| Spellbound California – bright fruit, vanilla and french oak |
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| Malbec | |
| Catena Vista flores ripe, concentrated dark and red fruit aromas with delicate floral notes of lavender and violet, and mocha |
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| Rioja | |
| Rivallana Rioja Crianza Spain – flavors of cherries, plums and vanilla, oak aged |
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| Cocktails | |
| Pom Fashion Maker’s mark, muddled orange, pomegranate juice and ginger beer |
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| Cranky Mule Tito’s vodka, cranberry juice and ginger beer |
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| Boathouse Paloma Milagro silver tequila, elder’s grapefruit liquor, grapefruit juice, cranberry juice and lime |
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| Winter Punch Captain morgan spiced rum, orange juice, cinnamon, ginger beer and grenadine |
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| Risotto | |
| Lobster Risotto Butter poached maine lobster meat served atop risotto of the day |
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| Seafood Risotto Medley of lobster, shrimp and scallops are sautéed with extra virgin olive oil, garlic and shallots, served atop risotto of the day |
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| Scallop Risotto Pan-seared scallops, mushroom risotto, arugula, and truffle oil |
$32.00 |
| Spicy Shrimp Risotto Large shrimp are sautéed with extra virgin olive oil, garlic, peppers, onions, scallions, and cajun seasonings, served atop risotto of the day |
$29.00 |
| Haddock Risotto Pan-seared haddock, sun-dried tomato basil risotto, balsamic drizzle |
$26.00 |
| Chicken Risotto Blackened chicken served atop three cheese risotto with caramelized onions and corn salsa |
$22.00 |
| Pork Risotto Brown sugar and bourbon glazed pork tenderloin served atop risotto of the day with crumbled blue cheese |
$26.00 |
| Veggie Risotto An array of fresh vegetables served atop risotto of the day with grilled tofu |
$21.00 |
| Risotto Of The Day A different creation daily! |
$18.00 |
| Pasta | |
| Maine Lobster Alfredo Butter poached lobster is served over fettucine with creamy alfredo sauce and parmesan cheese |
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| Seafood Scampi Lobster, shrimp and scallops are sautéed in extra virgin olive with butter, garlic, fresh herbs, and lemon, served over fettuccine with parmesan cheese |
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| Scallops & Mushroom Alfredo Pan-seared scallops served atop fettuccine with roasted mushroom alfredo sauce |
$32.00 |
| Chicken Alfredo Grilled breast of chicken atop fettuccine with classic alfredo sauce |
$22.00 |
| Pasta Primavera Fettuccine pasta is topped with sautéed mushrooms, onions, tomatoes, peppers, and garlic, finished with parmesan cheese and fresh herbs |
$16.00 |
| Fettuccine & Spicy Ala Vodka Sauce Fettuccine pasta is topped with spicy ala vodka sauce and parmesan cheese |
$16.00 |
| Seafood, Steaks & Such | |
| Maine Lobster Steamed 1/2 lb. Maine lobster available thursday through sunday and while supplies last |
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| Haddock & Prosciutto Pan-seared haddock topped with creamy corn sauce and crispy prosciutto |
$26.00 |
| Catch Feature Chef karin prepares something unforgettable daily, ask your server about today’s catch feature |
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| Steak Of The Day We feature a different steak and sauce creation daily! Ask your server for today’s feature |
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| Baby Back Ribs Braised with fruit juices until falling off the bone tender, finished on the grill with homemade bbq sauce |
$32.00 |
| Hunter Schnitzel Thinly pounded pork tenderloin served in a bacon and mushroom cream sauce |
$26.00 |
| Pork & Grits Brown sugar and bourbon glazed grilled pork tenderloin served with creamy and cheesy bacon grits |
$26.00 |
| Honey Garlic Chicken Grilled chicken breast sauced with honey garlic tamari sauce and topped with pickled carrots |
$22.00 |
| Gnocchi & Prosciutto Pan-fried crispy gnocchi, creamy alfredo, sun-dried tomatoes, and basil |
$21.00 |
| Mediterranean Polenta Crispy polenta served with sautéed mushrooms, onions, tomatoes, garlic, peppers, fresh herbs and an extra virgin olive oil drizzle |
$21.00 |
| Firecracker Tofu Golden brown fried tofu is served smothered in sweet and spicy chili sauce, served with rice and vegetable of the day |
$21.00 |
| Deep-Fried, Grilled Or Blackened! | |
| Choose One Of The Following Seafood selections either deep-fried, grilled, or blackened! |
$21.00 |
| Wine List – House Wines | |
| Copper Ridge Chardonnay, cabernet & merlot |
$9.00 |
| Mont Gravet Rose |
$9.00 |
| Alverdi Pinot grigio |
$9.00 |
| Wine List – By The Glass & Bottle | |
| Conundrum, White “White meritage”, both serious and playful at the same time, the best of california |
$12.00 |
| Conundrum, Red “Red blend”, both serious and playful at the same time, the best of california |
$12.00 |
| Masottina, Prosecco Italy-deep nose with notes of pear, peach and almond |
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| Buffuno, Brut, Rose Sparkling Italy-elegant bubbles and refreshing acidity, red berries and white fruits on the finish |
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| Ame Du Vin Côtes de provence, france-wonderful freshness while also showing richness and spice |
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| Sea Sun, Chardonnay California-intense and creamy on the palate, with lush fruit and grippy tannins |
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| Macrostie, Chardonnay Calfornia a mélange of lemon meringue pie, baked apple, caramel and spice notes from american oak aging |
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| Sonoma-Cutrer, Chardonnay Russian river valley, california italy-notes of peach, apple and caramel with a mildly spicy oak flavor |
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| Oyster Bay, Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough, new zealand-citrus notes and tropical flavors |
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| St. Urbans-Hof. Riesling Mosel, germany-brilliant fruit and mosel-slate mineral flavors, lively acidity and ripe floral aromas |
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| Rustenburg, Chenin Blanc South africa-aromas of pineapple and yellow pear, citrus characters, pairs well with raw oysters |
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| Baw Bar, Vinho Verde Portugal-emerald straw color with aromas and flavors of cream and dried lemon |
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| Pavette, Cabernet California-brier patch fruit, dark cherry, toasted vanilla, black pepper and cedar notes |
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| Josh Cellars, Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Paso robles, calfomis – robust in flavor and structure. Aromas of ground coffee and dark fruit |
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| Firesteed, Pinot Noir Willamette valley, oregonlively with bright acidity, aromas of red cherries and mocha, with a hint of maple syrup |
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| Catena, Vista Flores, Malbec Argentina – ripe concentrated dark and red fruit aromas with delicate floral notes of lavender, violet and mocha |
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| Clos Du Bois, Merlot California-delicious black cherry, brown spice and light toasty oak |
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| Rivallana Rioja Crianza Spain-flavors of cherries, plums and vanilla, oak aged |
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| Wine List – By The Bottle Only | |
| Dry Creek Vineyards, Sauvignon Blanc Dry creek valley, california-tropical aromas of pineapple, passion- fruit and melon |
$36.00 |
| J Vineyards, Pinot Gris California-bright straw hue with great legs and body, bold, crisp and refreshing |
$40.00 |
| Martin Codax, Albarino Spain – clean, bright lemon yellow color with greenish reflections, aromas of citrus and tangerine |
$30.00 |
| Matchbook, Cabernet Sauvignon Lake county, california-rich flavors of chocolate beans, blackberries and blueberries |
$40.00 |
| J.lohr Hill Top, Cabernet Sauvignon Paso robles, california – layers of black currant, mineral and tested pastry |
$45.00 |
| King Estate, Inscription, Pinot Noir Willamette valley, oregon-just another reason king estate is known as “the king of pinot” |
$40.00 |
| Reserve List | |
| Taitinger, Champagne France – delicately balanced champagne, known for its consistently excellent quality all over the world |
$80.00 |
| Jean Pernet, Brut Reserve Grand Cru Champagne France – light and gold in color, apples and pears, hints of yeast, bread and lemon |
$80.00 |
| Santa Margherita, Pinot Grigio Italy-dry light bodied with citrus and apple undertones, perfectly balanced |
$50.00 |
| Cake Bread, Chardonnay Napa valley-aromas of ripe golden apple, white peach, and notes of oak on the palate, apple and pear characters are balanced by fresh acidity, and the finish is clean |
$60.00 |
| Frank Family Chardonnay Soft pear nose with a creamy texture and balanced but lively acidity |
$70.00 |
| Sequinot-Bordet, Chablis Chablis, france 100% chardonnay, perfect harmony of maturity, mellowness and vivacity |
$60.00 |
| Duckhorn, Sauvignon Blanc Napa valley, califumis- aromas of lemon and grapefruit zest, fresh pear and green apple. It’s medium-bodied with crisp acidity |
$60.00 |
| Alphonse Dolly, Sancerre Cuvee Sillex Loire valley, france-its attractive mineral nose, vibrant aromatic palate and crisp acidity make it an ideal match for seafood, salad and light white meats |
$60.00 |
| Trefethen. Dry Oak Knoll, Riesling Califormia-crisp and clearly focused in layers of fennel, apple, lemon and apricot, fresh and complex |
$45.00 |
| Metz. Riesling Grand Cru Muenchberg Alsace, france – tons of tropical fruit on the nose and palette, crisp and refreshing |
$60.00 |
| Kenwood, “Jack London”. Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma, california – a long mild growing season creates fruit with complexity and balance |
$60.00 |
| Seafood Entrees | |
| Coconut Curry Halibut Coconut curry broth poached halibut, jasmine rice and sautéed spinach |
$33.00 |
| Tuna And Pomegranate Grilled yellowfin tuna, pomegranate coconut sauce, pickled lemongrass cucumbers, sticky rice and bok choy |
$29.00 |
| Sword Fish And Blood Orange Bbq Grilled swordfish, homemade orange bbq, orange mint cabbage slaw, jasmine rice and vegetables |
$27.00 |
| Salmon And Pancetta Grilled salmon, pancetta sage butter, creamy polenta and vegetables |
$24.00 |
| Italian Seafood Stew Scallops, haddock, shrimp, lobster meat, fire roasted tomato broth, (fire roasted tomatoes, onions, garlic, basil, oregano, lobster stock) |
$34.00 |
| Cajun Shrimp And Grits Cheesy chorizo grits, blackened shrimp, fried onions and vegetables of the day |
$26.00 |
| Pan Seared Haddock Pan-seared haddock, sweet corn purée, rice, vegetables, crispy prosciutto and fried leeks |
$21.00 |
| Scallops And Mango Blackened scallops, sautéed spinach, sticky rice, mango and nori |
$28.00 |
| Scallop Fettuccine Alfredo Sautéed scallops and mushrooms, creamy alfredo sauce, fettuccine, fresh herbs, parmesan cheese |
$28.00 |
| Fried Haddock Choose between shrimp or haddock fried in seasoned flour, served with fries and slaw |
$21.00 |
| Fried Shrimp Choose between shrimp or haddock fried in seasoned flour, served with fries and slaw |
$24.00 |
| Lobster, Lobster & More Lobster | |
| Bistro Style Lobster And Beef Wellington (3 oz.) Flame grilled beef tenderloin and lobster tail, puff pastry, mushroom goat cheese duxelle, port wine demi glaze, vegetables of the day |
$45.00 |
| Steamed Lobster 1 ½ pound steamed lobster, potatoes, vegetables, melted butter and lemon |
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| Pork And Lobster Grilled pork tenderloin, butter poached lobster tail, truffled fingerling potatoes, roasted mushrooms and vegetables |
$36.00 |
| Lobster And Polenta Fried lobster tail, creamy polenta, mushroom demi, arugula and porcini oil |
$36.00 |
| Coconut Curry Lobster Coconut curry poached maine lobster tail, sticky rice and seared bok choy |
$36.00 |
| Bistro Lobster Thermidor Maine lobster stuffed with lobster, spinach and mushroom stuffing, topped with a creamy gruyere mornay cheese sauce |
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| Cold Tapas | |
| Oysters On The Half Shell Each served with white peach champagne mignonette |
$3.50 |
| Blackened Tuna Carpaccio Blackened rare and sliced thin local tuna, sticky rice, spicy mango drizzle |
$18.00 |
| Warm Goat Cheese Tart Warm goat cheese filled tart, prosciutto, caramelized onions, thyme infusion honey |
$12.00 |
| Hummus And Garden Vegetables Hummus, garden vegetables and grilled naan bread |
$11.00 |
| Burrata And Heirloom Tomatoes Burrata, aged balsamic tossed heirloom tomatoes, fresh basil and grilled bread |
$12.00 |
| Olive Platter A trio of olives served with candied nuts and grilled bread: jalapeño stuffed olives, garlic stuffed olives, nicoise olives |
$12.00 |
| Cold Tapas – New England Cheese Board | |
| Stroudwater Tomme “Firm Cheese” (Silver moon creamery, me.) |
$20.00 |
| Cranberry Foxtrot “Semi Firm” (Silver moon creamery, me.) |
$20.00 |
| Camembert “Soft” (Westfield farm, ma.) |
$20.00 |
| Great Hill Blue “Blue” (Great hill dairy, ma.) |
$20.00 |
| Bistro Sides | |
| Fries | $5.00 |
| Sweet Potato Fries | $6.00 |
| Vegetable Of The Day | $5.00 |
| Onion Rings | $7.00 |
| Potato Of The Day | $5.00 |
| Rice Of The Day | $5.00 |
| Hot Tapas | |
| Fried Oysters And Vichyssoise (Minimum order of 3) each breaded and deep fried damariscotta oyster, warm vichyssoise, truffle pearls |
$4.00 |
| Tex Mex Mussels Spicy tomato broth, chorizo, cilantro, roasted corn, onions and peppers |
$15.00 |
| Shrimp And Coconut Blackened shrimp, coconut honey lime sauce, lemongrass and ginger infused cucumbers |
$12.00 |
| Scallops And Tomato Pan-seared scallops, heirloom tomatoes served bathing in a warm tomato lime mint broth |
$12.00 |
| Scallops And Pancetta Pan-seared medium rare scallops, sweet corn purée, crispy pancetta and fried leeks |
$12.00 |
| Bistro Lobster Newburg Flash-fried potato boats stuffed with bistros’ lobster newburg (lobster, shallots, garlic, cognac, cream, cayenne and gruyere) |
$18.00 |
| Asian Lobster And Crab Crepes Twin asian crepes (maine crab and lobster meat, ginger, lemongrass and mascarpone), topped with a lemongrass ginger coconut sauce |
$18.00 |
| Shrimp And Grits Shrimp, garlic, bacon, peppers, scallions, cajun seasoning, gruyere cheese creamy grits |
$12.00 |
| Crispy Fried Calamari Buttermilk-soaked, breaded and deep-fried calamari, pink lemonade chili dipping sauce |
$12.00 |
| Gruyere Buttermilk Biscuit And Smoked Duck Homemade biscuit, smoked duck, cherry thyme mascarpone crema, drizzled with thyme infused honey |
$18.00 |
| Polenta And Smoked Duck Creamy ricotta polenta, smoked duck, fried leeks, port wine reduction |
$14.00 |
| Mojito Chicken Wings Crispy fried chicken wings tossed in spicy mojito sauce, (orange and lime juice, fresh mint, honey, brown sugar, cumin, dark rum, chipotle peppers), served with pickled cucumbers |
$12.00 |
| Grilled Lamb Chops Harissa spiced grilled lamb chops, tikka baste, cucumber yogurt sauce |
$18.00 |
| Roast Pork Belly Crispy pork belly, orange bbq sauce, pickled red onions and grilled bread |
$15.00 |
| Vegetable And Goat Cheese Stuffed Potatoes Fried potato halves, goat cheese, sautéed vegetables, and goat cheese sauce vegetarian |
$10.00 |
| Polenta And Mushroom Creamy cheesy porcini polenta, sautéed mushrooms, arugula and porcini oil |
$10.00 |
| Manchurian Cauliflower Fried cauliflower florets, manchurian sauce (onion, garlic, ketchup, tamari sauce, green chilies, red chilies, white vinegar, water cornstarch) |
$12.00 |
| Baked Brie Puff pastry wrapped brie cheese baked golden brown served atop arugula and orange basil marmalade |
$15.00 |
| From The Sea | |
| Steamed Lobster A 1 ½ lb. steamed maine lobster, drawn butter – (ask your server if they are available tonight!) |
$29.00 |
| Stuffed Maine Lobster A crab imperial stuffed 1½ lb. baked maine lobster, garlicky breadcrumbs, herb butter – (ask your server if they are available tonight! |
$38.00 |
| Catch Of The Day Ask your server for today’s featured fish and its’ preparation |
$24.00 |
| Stuffed Haddock Maine crab imperial stuffed haddock, breadcrumbs, herb butter sauce |
$29.00 |
| Scallops & Mushrooms Pan-seared scallops, crispy polenta, creamy mushroom sauce, arugula, truffle oil |
$32.00 |
| Seafood Stew Maine lobster meat, scallops, shrimp, haddock simmered in tomato seafood stock |
$32.00 |
| Deep-Fried, Blackened Served with fries and slaw |
$21.00 |
| Fire-Grilled Served with fries and slaw |
$21.00 |
| From The Land | |
| Steak And Sauce Of The Day We like to change it up so it doesn’t get boring, your server will tell you today’s featured cut of beef and sauce du jour |
$29.00 |
| Hunter Schnitzel Thinly pounded pork tenderloin simmered in a bacon mushroom onion cream sauce |
$24.00 |
| Peppercorn Steak Coarse cracked peppercorn encrusted steak of the day, cognac and cream infused demi-glaze |
$29.00 |
| Pork & Grits Grilled pork tenderloin, creamy cheesy grits, bacon bourbon jam |
$21.00 |
| Chicken Ala Orange Crispy fried chicken breast tossed in orange grand marnier sauce |
$21.00 |
| Wienerschnitzel Thinly pounded, breaded and deep-fried veal cutlets, cranberry sauce and lemon |
$26.00 |
| Others | |
| Duck Risotto Crispy fried duck tenders, manchurian sauce, cheesy risotto and fried leeks |
$26.00 |
| Vegetable Risotto Pan-seared tofu, peppers, onions, carrots, snow peas, green beans, risotto of the day |
$20.00 |
| Salmon Risotto Poke sauce basted grilled salmon, cheesy risotto, nori (seaweed) and fresh mango |
$24.00 |
| Blt Risotto 3 cheese risotto, crispy prosciutto, roasted tomatoes, arugula, fried onion, and balsamic glaze |
$21.00 |
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Contact Boathouse Bistro | Tapas Bar & Restaurant
Address: 12 By-Way, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538
Phone: (207) 633-0400
Website: http://www.theboathousebistro.com/
Hours
| Friday | 11:30AM–9PM |
| Saturday | 11:30AM–9PM |
| Sunday | 11:30AM–9PM |
| Monday | 11:30AM–9PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11:30AM–9PM |
| Thursday | 11:30AM–9PM |
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