Sophisticated bar & grill offering classic American fare in a formal dining room with water views.
Make A Reservation through our website to save your seat! Waterfront dining is OPEN! Enjoy a la carte Dinner every day, Saturday and Sunday Brunch, and Happy Hour Specials Monday-Thursday from 4pm to 6:30pm!
Escape to Florida’s most beautiful tropical hideaway, right on the waters of Tampa Bay. Known for serving the freshest local seafood, like Crab-Stuffed Gulf Grouper, Rusty Pelican Board for Two and Crispy Whole Local Snapper, as well as classic cuts of savory beef, the Rusty Pelican offers an unforgettable culinary experience. With friendly and experienced staff, the dedicated team at the Rusty Pelican will ensure that your experience at the Rusty Pelican is nothing but exceptional.
4.4 – 3 reviews $$$ • Seafood restaurant
Menu
| Rusty Pelican Tampa Brunch Menu | |
| MIMOSAS BY THE BOTTLE | |
| Watermelon Lime | |
| Cucumber Mint | |
| Pineapple Peach | |
| Signature Orange | |
| Starters | |
| Calamari Tempura Peppers and Onions, Citrus Buffalo Aioli |
$21.00 |
| Crab Cake Grilled Sweet Corn, Diced Mixed Peppers, Chipotle and Ginger Aioli with Fresh Chives |
$20.00 |
| Key West Conch Fritters Piña Colada Dipping Sauce, Fresh Lime and Cilantro |
$17.00 |
| Blackened Scallops Blood Orange Preserve and Segments |
$19.00 |
| RAW BAR | |
| Shrimp Cocktail Citrus Poached Shrimp, Ancho Chile Cocktail Sauce, Lemon |
$21.00 |
| Snow Crab Legs Served Chilled or Steamed with Drawn Butter, Cocktail Sauce, Lemon |
$38.00 |
| Salmon Tartare Nikkei Soy Sauce, Edamame Smash, Pickled Fresno Peppers |
$19.00 |
| Chilled Oysters Half Dozen, East and West Coast, Ancho Chili Cocktail Sauce, Pink Peppercorn & Champagne Mignonette EAST COAST Briny flavor, salty and a bit sweet with a clean taste of the ocean WEST COAST Mild and plump, slightly salty with bright notes… |
$24.00 |
| Seafood Tower East & West Coast Oysters, Poached Shrimp, Chilled Cold Water Lobster and Crab Salad, Salmon Tartare, Pink Peppercorn & Champagne Mignonette, Passionfruit & Thyme Granita, Ancho Chili Cocktail, Charred Lemon |
$90.00 |
| LIQUID & LEAF | |
| French Onion Soup Vidalia Onions, Crouton, Vermont Cheddar and Provolone Cheese |
$8.00 |
| Little Gem Caesar Salad Shaved Parmesan, Garlic Roasted Croutons, Crisp Capers |
$14.00 |
| Organic Greens Avocado, Tomatoes, Toasted Quinoa, Smoked Tomato Vinaigrette |
$14.00 |
| Lobster and Mango Salad Lobster, Mango, Avocado, Crisp Greens, Pickled Onions, Peppers, Creamy Citrus Dressing |
$22.00 |
| “Brunchy” Type of Things | |
| Fried Chicken and Waffle Crispy Chicken, Honey Roasted Sriracha Glaze, Belgian Waffle, Smoked Maple Syrup |
$23.00 |
| French Toast Fluffy, Thick-Cut Brioche, Cognac Roasted Golden Apples, Nutella, Cinnamon-Spiced Maple Syrup |
$19.00 |
| Hangover Hash Braised Prime Rib, Fingerling Smash, Poached Egg, Signature Hollandaise |
$21.00 |
| Brunchy Smash Burger Tabasco Aioli, Fried Egg, Apple Smoked Bacon, Crispy Fries |
$19.00 |
| Rusty’s Denver Omelet Applewood Smoked Bacon or Chicken Apple Sausage, Cheddar, Green Pepper, Onions served with Fingerling Smash |
$21.00 |
| Florentine Omelet Spinach, Tomato, Onions, Swiss served with Fingerling Smash |
$18.00 |
| Fruity Pebbles Pancakes Blueberry Buttercream, Vanilla Bourbon Maple Syrup |
$19.00 |
| Grilled Chicken Sandwich Applewood Smoked Bacon, Little Gem Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Garlic Aioli, Brioche Bun, Crispy Fries |
$19.00 |
| Atlantic Salmon BLT Applewood Smoked Bacon, Caper-Lime Remolaude, Lettuce, Tomato, Brioche Bun, Crispy Fries |
$21.00 |
| RUSTY PELICAN BRUNCH BOARD FOR TWO Lobster Benedict, New York Strip Reserve, Fried Chicken and Waffles, Fingerling Smash |
$115.00 |
| Signature “Bennys” | |
| Lobster Benedict Broiled Lobster, Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread, Crispy Shallots |
$38.00 |
| Classic Eggs Benedict Grilled Canadian Bacon, Brioche Toast, Hollandaise |
$19.00 |
| Crab Cake Benedict Lump Crab, Brioche Toast, Chipotle Hollandaise |
$24.00 |
| Smoked Salmon Benedict Scottish Smoked Salmon,Brioche Toast, Signature Hollandaise |
$21.00 |
| Steak ‘N’ Eggs Benedict Filet Mignon 8oz, Chimichurri, Blistered Tomatoes, Hollandaise |
$44.00 |
| SIDES | |
| Fingerling Smash | $6.00 |
| Chicken Apple Sausage | $6.00 |
| Applewood Smoked Bacon | $6.00 |
| Seasonal Fruit | $6.00 |
| Belgian Waffle | $9.00 |
| Buttermilk Pancakes | $9.00 |
| Dinner Menu | |
| BEGINNINGS | |
| Crispy Brussels Sprouts Thai Chili Glaze, Young Coconut, Basil, Mint |
$15.00 |
| Rusty Sliders Truffle-Bacon-Onion Marmalade, Moody Bleu’s Smoked Blue Cheese, Spicy Ketchup |
$18.00 |
| Key West Conch Fritters Piña Colada Dipping Sauce, Fresh Lime and Cilantro |
$17.00 |
| Crab Cake Grilled Sweet Corn, Fresh Chives, Bell Pepper, Chipotle Aioli |
$20.00 |
| Blackened Scallops Blood Orange Preserve and Segments |
$19.00 |
| Fried Calamari Citrus ‘Buffalo’ Sauce, Tempura Peppers and Onions |
$21.00 |
| Coconut Shrimp Orange-Ginger Marmalade, Pickled Fresno Peppers |
$19.00 |
| LIQUID & LEAF | |
| French Onion Vidalia Onions, Crouton, Vermont Cheddar and Provolone Cheese |
$11.00 |
| Little Gem Caesar Salad Shaved Parmesan, Garlic Roasted Croutons, Crisp Capers |
$15.00 |
| Smoked Tomato Salad Organic Greens, Heirloom and Sun-dried Tomatoes, Toasted Quinoa, Feta Cheese, Cucumbers, Pickled Shallots, Smoked Tomato Vinaigrette |
$15.00 |
| Lobster and Mango Salad Lobster, Mango, Avocado, Organic Greens, Pickled Onions, Peppers, Citrus Dressing, Cornbread Crumbles |
$22.00 |
| RAW BAR | |
| Chilled Seasonal Oysters Pink Peppercorn and Champagne Mignonette 3 each BLUE POINTS – EAST COAST Fresh, Crisp, Firm Texture, with Sweet Notes and a Salty Finish MALPEQUE – EAST COAST Light-bodied with Crisp Flavor, High Brininess, and a Sweet, Clean Finish KUMAMOTO – WES… |
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| Shrimp Cocktail Citrus Poached Shrimp, Ancho Chile Cocktail Sauce, Lemon |
$19.00 |
| Snow Crab Legs Served Chilled or Steamed with Drawn Butter, Cocktail Sauce, Lemon |
$38.00 |
| Salmon Tartare Nikkei Soy Sauce, Edamame Smash, Pickled Fresno Peppers |
$19.00 |
| Seafood Tower East & West Coast Oysters, Poached Shrimp, Chilled Cold Water Lobster and Crab Salad, Salmon Tartare, Pink Peppercorn & Champagne Mignonette, Passionfruit & Thyme Granita, Ancho Chili Cocktail, Charred Lemon |
$90.00 |
| RP SIGNATURE ITEMS | |
| Rusty Pelican Board for Two Crispy Whole Local Snapper, Lobster and Shrimp Risotto, 12oz New York Strip, 50/50 Mashed |
$125.00 |
| Surf and Turf 8oz Filet Mignon, Butter Poached Half Lobster Tail, 50/50 Mashed, Grilled Broccolini Garlic Confit |
$74.00 |
| SPECIALTIES | |
| Lobster and Shrimp Risotto Butter Poached Lobster, Citrus Gulf Shrimp, Snow Peas and Carrots |
$42.00 |
| Miso-Marinated Chilean Sea Bass Forbidden Black Thai Rice, Grilled Broccolini, Sweet Chili Sauce |
$42.00 |
| Crispy Snapper Creamy Coconut Orzo, Arugula and Grilled Corn Salad, Roasted Jalapeño Lime Dressing |
$39.00 |
| Crab-Stuffed Gulf Grouper Jumbo Crab, Basil Garlic Beurre Blanc, Herbed Risotto |
$37.00 |
| Atlantic Salmon 50/50 Mashed, Garlic Caper Butter Sauce, Seasonal Vegetables |
$35.00 |
| Roasted Half Chicken Blackened Organic Chicken, Truffle Creamed Corn, Roasted Spring Vegetables |
$34.00 |
| Broccolini and Crispy Tofu Soy Honey Glazed Tofu, Ginger Broccoli Puree, Roasted Red Peppers, Toasted Sunflower Seeds |
$28.00 |
| Blackened Swordfish Sweet Potato Puree, Broccolini, Roasted Jalapeno Lime Dressing, Crispy Fried Plantain |
$39.00 |
| Sunflower Seed Crusted Halibut 50/50 Mashed, Wild Mushrooms, Sea Beans, Red Pepper Coulis |
$41.00 |
| BUTCHER CUTS | |
| Filet Mignon 8oz | $44.00 |
| New York Strip Reserve 12oz | $48.00 |
| Bone-In Ribeye 18oz | $60.00 |
| SIDES | |
| 50/50 Mashed Yukon Gold Potatoes, Butter, Cream, Chives, Potato Hay |
$10.00 |
| Grilled Broccoli and Broccolini Garlic Confit, Chili Flakes, Broccoli Puree |
$10.00 |
| Rusty Fries Parmesan, Rosemary, Parsley |
$9.00 |
| Forbidden Black Thai Rice | $9.00 |
| Creamy Coconut Orzo Spiced Toasted Coconut Flakes |
$9.00 |
| Truffle Creamed Corn Sweet Yellow Corn and Black Truffle Shavings |
$9.00 |
| Sweet Potato Puree | $10.00 |
| Roasted Spring Vegetables Lemon Pickled Tricolor Carrots, Fava Beans, Grilled Corn |
$11.00 |
| Rusty Pelican Tampa Happy Hour | |
| Happy Hour | |
| Well Drinks | $5.00 |
| Select Import and Craft Beers | $5.00 |
| Chateau Souverain Chardonnay | $5.00 |
| Chateau Souverain Pinot Noir | $5.00 |
| Chateau Souverain Cabernet Sauvignon | $5.00 |
| Chateau Souverain Merlot | $5.00 |
| Gin Membership | $7.00 |
| Dave’s Margarita | $7.00 |
| Wilson! | $7.00 |
| Classic Martini | $7.00 |
| The Palm by Whispering Angel | $9.00 |
| Zonin, Prosecco Brut, Veneto, Italy | $9.00 |
| Kendall-Jackson ‘Vintner’s Reserve’, California | $9.00 |
| Matua Marlborough, New Zealand | $9.00 |
| Juggernaut, Russian River, Sonoma | $9.00 |
| Catena Malbec, Mendoza | $9.00 |
| Justin, Paso Robles | $9.00 |
| Fried Calamari Tempura Peppers and Onions, Citrus Buffalo Aioli |
$10.50 |
| Crab Cake Brussel Sprout Sweet Potato Slaw with Warm Bacon Vinaigrette, Roasted Garlic & Mustard Aioli |
$10.00 |
| Rusty Sliders Truffle Bacon Onion Marmalade, Moody Bleu’s Smoked Blue Cheese, Spicy Ketchup |
$9.00 |
| Coconut Shrimp Orange-Ginger Marmalade, Pickled Fresno Peppers |
$9.50 |
| Crispy Brussels sprouts Thai Chili, Young Coconut, Basil, Mint |
$7.50 |
| Chilled Oysters Half Dozen, East and West Coast, Ancho Chili Cocktail Sauce, Pink Peppercorn & Champagne Mignonette East Coast Briny flavor, salty and a bit sweet with a clean taste of the ocean West Coast Mild and plump, slightly salty with bright notes… |
$12.00 |
| Little Gem Caesar salad7.5 Shaved Parmesan, Garlic Roasted Croutons, Crisp Capers |
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| Rusty Fries Parmesan, Rosemary, Parsley |
$4.50 |
| Rusty Pelican Tampa Bar Menu (Updated 5/20/22) | |
| Craft Beer | |
| Cigar City Jai Alai IPA | $7.00 |
| 3 Daughters Beach Blonde Ale | $7.00 |
| Big Storm Palm Bender Gulf Coast IPA 16oz |
$8.00 |
| Kona Big Wave Golden Ale | $7.00 |
| Domestic Beer | |
| Blue Moon | $6.00 |
| Bud Light | $5.00 |
| Coors Light | $5.00 |
| Michelob Ultra | $5.00 |
| Miller Lite | $5.00 |
| Yuengling | $5.00 |
| Imports | |
| Corona | $7.00 |
| Stella Artois | $7.00 |
| Cocktails That Will Blow Your Mind | |
| Belle Every girl dreams of a fairytale romance and finding her prince before the final rose falls. Grey Goose Strawberry & Lemon Grass Vodka, St. Germain, Clarified Lemon Revealed with Essence of Rose and Plumeria |
$19.00 |
| El Mariachi South of the Border revenge works up a mighty thirst. Ilegal Joven Mezcal, Giffard’s Triple Sec, Rosemary, Seasonal Fruit Played from La Ventana |
$19.00 |
| Hold The Alcohol | |
| Strawberry Dreamin’ Lemonade, Candied Strawberries, Mint Aroma |
$9.00 |
| Tangerine Sherbert Tangerine Juice, Milk, Vanilla |
$9.00 |
| Specialty Cocktails | |
| One in a Melon Casamigos Blanco Tequila, Lime, Watermelon and a pinch of Pink Himalayan Salt with Mint and Dehydrated Lime |
$14.00 |
| Rye & Mighty 16 |
$16.00 |
| Love Child Del Maguey Mezcal, Strawberries, Habanero Essence |
$15.00 |
| Sugar Lips Grey Goose Vodka, Cointreau, PAMA Liqueur, Citrus and Baby’s Breath |
$14.00 |
| Gin Membership Hendricks Gin, Fever Tree Tonic, Juniper Berries, Dehydrated Citrus, Mint, Sage, Rosemary, Prosecco |
$14.00 |
| Wilson! Monkey Shoulder Whisky, Orange Curacao, Maple Syrup finished with Cardamom |
$15.00 |
| Smoked Old Fashioned Bulleit Bourbon, Brown Sugar Simple Syrup, Walnut Bitters, served in a smoke filled glass |
$16.00 |
| Pineapple Express New Amsterdam Vodka, Wycliff Sparkling, Pineapple, Basil, White Peach |
$14.00 |
| Strawberry Mule Absolute Elyx Vodka, Ginger Beer, Lime Juice, Grilled Strawberry |
$12.00 |
| Dave’s Margarita Our founder’s signature Margarita made with Milagro Reposado, Grand Marnier, Cointreau, Lime |
$14.00 |
| Pink Sparkling Sangria Zonino Prosecco, PAMA, Chambord, Raspberry, Orange Juice, Pineapple Juice |
$14.00 |
| Margarita Fresca Milagro Silver, Organic Agave Nectar, Lime, on the rocks |
$14.00 |
| Wild Berry Mojito Bacardi, Agave, Mint, Seasonal Berries |
$15.00 |
| Sangria Roja or Blanca Chateau Souverain Red or White Wine, E&J Brandy, Fresh Fruit and Juices |
$14.00 |
| SPARKLING | |
| Benvolio, Prosecco, Friuli, Italy NV | $13.00 |
| Zonin, Prosecco, Veneto, Italy | $13.00 |
| Saracco, Moscato d’Asti, 2019 Piemonte, Italy | $14.00 |
| Domaine Chandon, Brut 2020 | $17.00 |
| Veuve Clicquot “Yellow Label,” Brut | $124.00 |
| Sauvignon Blanc | |
| Matua, Marlborough, New Zealand | $50.00 |
| Cloudy Bay, Marlborough | $17.00 |
| Chardonnay | |
| Kendall-Jackson ‘Vintner’s Reserve,’ California | $14.00 |
| Chateau Souverain, California | $15.00 |
| Freemark Abbey, Napa Valley | $17.00 |
| Sonoma Cutrer, ‘Russian River Ranches’ Sonoma | $52.00 |
| Mer Soleil Reserve, Santa Lucia Highlands | $60.00 |
| Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, “Karia,” Napa Valley | $72.00 |
| Flowers Vineyards & Winery, Sonoma Coast | $95.00 |
| Jordan, Russian River Valley, Sonoma | $105.00 |
| Cakebread, Napa Valley | $115.00 |
| Liquid Farm, Golden Slope, Santa Rita Hills | $126.00 |
| OTHER INTERESTING WHITES | |
| Kung Fu Girl, Riesling, Washington | $13.00 |
| Benvolio. Pinot Grigio, Friuli, Italy | $13.00 |
| Martin Codax Rias Baixas, Albariño, Spain | $52.00 |
| Conundrum, White Blend, California | $56.00 |
| J Vineyards, Pinot Grigio, California | $56.00 |
| Tenshen, White Blend, Central Coast | $58.00 |
| ROSÉ | |
| The Palm by Whispering Angel, | $13.00 |
| PINOT NOIR | |
| Juggernaut, Russian River, Sonoma | $14.00 |
| Carmel Road, Monterey County | $54.00 |
| Siduri, Willamette Valley, Oregon | $62.00 |
| Resonance, Willamette Valley, Oregon | $80.00 |
| MERLOT | |
| Olelo, Paso Robles | $14.00 |
| Kendall-Jackson ‘Vintner’s Reserve,’ California | $54.00 |
| CABERNET SAUVIGNON | |
| Justin, Paso Robles, California | $16.00 |
| Justin, Paso Robles, California | $16.00 |
| Lion Tamer, Napa Vallet | $25.00 |
| Chateau Souverain, California | $50.00 |
| Kith & Kin by Round Pond, Napa Valley | $82.00 |
| Freemark Abbey, Napa Valley | $105.00 |
| Silver Oak Cellars, Alexander Valley | $155.00 |
| Caymus Vineyards, Napa Valley | $165.00 |
| OTHER INTERESTING REDS | |
| Catena, Malbec, Vista Flores, Mendoza | $14.00 |
| Abstrackt By Orin Swift, Red Blend, Sonoma | $20.00 |
| Pessimist by Daou Red Blend, Paso Roble | $70.00 |
| Paraduxx, Red Blend, Napa Valley | $90.00 |
| Machete By Orin Swift, Red Blend, Napa Valley | $125.00 |
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: therustypelicantampa.comopentable.com
Contact Rusty Pelican – Tampa
Address: 2425 N Rocky Point Dr, Tampa, FL 33607
Phone: (813) 281-1943
Website: https://www.therustypelicantampa.com/
Hours
| Thursday | 4–9:30PM |
| Friday | 4–9:30PM |
| Saturday | 10:30AM–9:30PM |
| Sunday | 10:30AM–9:30PM |
| Monday | 4–9:30PM |
| Tuesday | 4–9:30PM |
| Wednesday | 4–9:30PM |
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