Welcome to Rusty Hooks Dockside Grill!

All of the following items are freshly prepared while you sit back, relax and enjoy the spectacular views from our dining areas.
All seafood items are wild-caught and cut in-house.
Our steaks are also freshly cut in-house. Chicken and burgers are always fresh, never frozen. Our shrimp is peeled and deveined in-house daily.
Consumer Advisory * These items are offered raw or undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.
Menu options and prices subject to change with Market.
Full Menu
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Appetizers
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DOCKSIDE SEAFOOD FRITTERS
- 10.95
Our twist on a Bahamian favorite – local fresh seafood rolled in batter, deep fried and served with rémoulade dipping sauce
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DRUNKEN MUSSELS
- 14.95
Steamed and served in a white wine cream sauce with french bread
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BUFFALO SHRIMP
- 14.95
Grilled shrimp prepared in our buffalo sauce and bleu cheese with french bread
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*Oysters on the Half Shell (Raw Oysters)
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Raw Oysters by the half dozen or dozen, served on the half shell with housemade cocktail sauce, mignionette, horse radish and crackers. Also available steamed. Ask your server about today's selection.
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JUMBO STEAMED SHRIMP
- 1 LB 30.95
- ½ LB 16.95
Steamed peel-n-eat shrimp seasoned with Old Bay served with house-made cocktail sauce
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LOCAL STEAMED CLAMS
- 14.95
Local (when available) clams steamed and served with choice of garlic butter or cream sauce and French bread
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RUSTY’S CRAB DIP
- 15.95
Hot and spicy crab dip served with your choice of french bread or large pretzel, celery and Carrots
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ONION RINGS
- 8.95
Thick slices of beer battered fried onion rings served with rémoulade dipping sauce
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CHICKEN WINGS
- 15.95
Buffalo, BBQ, Old Bay, Lemon Pepper, Fire Hot or Jerked (16.95). Served with choice of bleu cheese or ranch dressing and celery and carrots for dipping
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FRIED PICKLES
- 9.95
Pickle chips breaded and fried served with a side of ranch dressing
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Soup & Entree Salads
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CREAM OF CRAB SOUP
- Bowl 13.00
- Cup 9.00
- Get It To Go! Quart 37.00
“Carolina’s Best!”
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FISH FACTORY FAVORITE SALAD
- 11.95
Fresh mixed greens, veggies, olives, walnuts, crumbled bleu cheese and balsamic vinaigrette
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CAESAR SALAD
- Large 9.95
Fresh romaine, croutons, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and tossed in our house made Caesar dressing
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BUFFALO CHICKEN SALAD
- 13.95
Crispy chicken tossed in buffalo sauce served over romaine, tomatoes, onions and cheddar cheese served with house made blue cheese dressing
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HOUSE SALAD
- Large 9.95
Fresh mixed greens, veggies, olives and cheddar cheese with choice of dressing
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SPINACH SALAD
- 13.95
Fresh baby spinach, candied walnuts, seasonal berries, red onion, feta cheese, and house-made strawberry vinaigrette dressing
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SALAD TOPPINGS:
4 oz Crab Cake 16.95, Shrimp 11.00, Chicken Breast 8.00, Avocado 2.00, Salmon 12.00, *Captain Robert’s Catch Market Price
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Salad Dressings
House-Made Ranch, House-Made Bleu Cheese, House-Made Caesar, Honey Mustard, Balsamic Vinaigrette
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Entrees
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DOCKSIDE TACOS
- Mahi-Mahi Grilled or Blackened 18.95
- Shrimp Old Bay Dusted 18.95
- Chicken Grilled or Jerked 16.95
Our signature dish! Two tacos served with mango-salsa, cabbage-jicama slaw, cotija Mexican cheese, fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime with a side of fresh avocado, Pico de Gallo and house made Texas Caviar
Gluten free corn tortilla available for 3.00 extra -
JUMBO CRAB CAKES
- Platter 59.95
- Single 33.95
6 oz jumbo lump Maryland crab cakes delicately seasoned with no filler broiled and served with a choice of two sides
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FISH & CHIPS
- 24.95
Lightly battered Altantic Cod with fries, house made slaw and tartar sauce
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SHRIMP PLATTER
- 24.95
Fresh lightly battered jumbo shrimp fried with fries and house made slaw. Also available grilled or blackened.
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JERKED CHICKEN
- 25.95
Two grilled, split breast marinated in house-made jerk sauce, served over mashed potatoes with choice of one side
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CAJUN SHRIMP PASTA
- 26.95
Fresh shrimp served over linguine in a Cajun cream sauce with French bread
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*CAPTAIN ROBERT’S FRESH BRUNSWICK CATCH
- Market
Fresh seafood selections off our local boats with Chef's special touch! Choice of two sides.
Add-Ons: Lump Crab 17.00 Shrimp 11.00 -
*CHEF’S RIBEYE
- 10 oz. 32.95
Char-grilled prime Angus beef served with two sides
Add-Ons: Lump Crab 17.00 Shrimp 11.00 -
JUMBO SNOW CRAB LEGS
- Market
1½ lb. steamed jumbo snow crab legs served with fries and house-made slaw
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*TUNA AND SALMON POKE BOWL
- 25.95
Sashimi Grade Tuna and Salmon tossed in Soy and Sesame Sauce. Served over rice pilaf with cucumbers and avocados. Drizzled with Sirachi aioli.
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FRESH ATLANTIC SALMON
- 28.95
Blackened or Grilled. Prepared with a lemon caper compound butter and served with choice of two sides.
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CHICKEN TENDERS BASKET
- 16.95
Served with fries and slaw, choice of buffalo sauce and with ranch or honey mustard
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Side Options
Additional Side 3.50
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French Fries, Sweet Potato Fries, Onion Rings, House-made Slaw, House-made Texas Caviar, Broccoli, Vegetable Medley, French Baquette
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Premium Side Options
A La Carte 5.95 each, Substitute for regular side 3.00
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House-made Seafood Mac-n-Cheese
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Small House or Caesar Salad
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House-made Garlic Mashed Potatoes
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Chef’s Rice Pilaf
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Sandwiches
All sandwiches served with a pickle and choice of fries or slaw.
Extras: Additional Cheese 1.00, Bacon 1.00, Avocado 2.00 -
* CHEESEBURGER IN PARADISE
- 15.95
½ lb. hand patted beef burger flame grilled with lettuce, tomato and onion topped with your choice of American, Cheddar, Provolone or Swiss cheese
Picture is shown with Jalapenos add-on
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*BOURBON BARBECUE BACON BURGER
- 17.95
½ lb. hand patted beef, burger flame grilled with house-made bourbon barbecue sauce, bacon, tobacco onions, lettuce, tomato topped with cheddar cheese
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CLASSIC SHRIMP PO BOY
- 17.95
Fried shrimp on with lettuce, tomato, onion and house made rémoulade. Also available with grilled or blackened shrimp.
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BEACH TURKEY BURGER
- 14.95
Hand patted seasoned turkey burger topped with lettuce, tomato and onion
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RIBEYE STEAK SANDWICH
- 15.95
Thinly sliced ribeye, sautéed onions, jalapenos and provolone
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*CAPTAIN ROBERT’S FRESH CATCH SANDWICH
- Market
Grilled fresh catch served on a fresh baked roll with lettuce, tomato and onion
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MAHI-MAHI BLT WRAP
- 18.95
Grilled or Blackened Mahi-Mahi in Spinach Wrap with Bacon, lettuce, tomato and avocado aioli
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SALMON BLT SANDWICH
- 17.95
Grilled or blackened salmon, served with bacon, lettuce, tomato, and citrus aioli
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SHRIMP BURGER
- 21.95
Grilled shrimp burger (7 oz.) served with lettuce, tomato, onion and house-made remoulade sauce
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CHICKEN BREAST SANDWICH
- 14.95
Grilled chicken breast served with grilled pineapple, swiss cheese, bacon and bourbon barbecue sauce
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BLACK ‘N’ BLEU CHICKEN BREAST
- 14.95
Grilled chicken breast with bleu cheese and sautéed mushrooms
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BLACK BEAN BURGER
- 13.95
Housemade Black Bean Burger served on a bun with lettuce, tomato and onion. This is a vegan option, but not Gluten Free.
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“Little Matey’s” Menu
Served with drink and 1 side 9.95
Ages 10 & Under Only Please
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CHICKEN TENDERS
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SHRIMP BASKET
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BURGER
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HOUSE-MADE MAC-N-CHEESE
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Gluten Free Items
APPETIZERS: Crab Dip with gluten free chips, Steamed Shrimp
SALAD: All dressings
ENTREES: Crab Cakes, Jerked Chicken, *Ribeye Steak, *Captain Robert’s Catch, Crab Legs, Salmon
SANDWICHES: All sandwiches, except the Veggie Burger, with substitution of Gluten free bread or wrap 3.50
TACOS: Any taco on Gluten free corn tortilla 3.50
SIDES: Mixed greens salad, broccoli, coleslaw and Texas Caviar
BEER: Red Bridge
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DESSERTS
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Key Lime Pie
- 6.95
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Specialty Chessecake
- 7.95
Ask your server about today's cheesecake options.

Beer List
On Draught
Lighthouse Lemonade, Tito’s Vodka on Tap
Wicked Weed Pernicious IPA (Asheville, NC) India Pale Ale ABV 7.3% IBU
Bold Rock Hard Cider Draft (Asheville, NC) Traditional/Apfelwein ABV 4.7% IBU 0
SweetWater 420 (Atlanta, GA) American Pale Ale ABV 5.7% IBU 39
Dogfish 60 Minute New England IPA (Milton, DE) ABV 6% IBU 60
Catawba Brewery White Zombie (Asheville, NC) Wheat Beer ABV 5.1% IBU 5
Blue Moon Belgian White (Golden, CO) ABV 5.4% IBU 9
Corona Premier (MX) American Light Lager ABV 4% IBU 7
Jai Alai (Tampa, FL) ABV 7.5% IBU 65
Red Oak Bavarian Lager (Greensboro, NC) ABV 5% IBU 20
Voodoo Ranger (Asheville, NC) ABV 7.0% IBU 50
Sycamore Slurricane (Charlotte, NC) New England IPA ABV 7% IBU 0
Landshark (Belize) American Island Style Lager ABV 4.6% IBU 15
Costero Mexican Lager/Carolina Brewery (Chapel Hill, NC) Amber Lager ABV4.5%IBU18
Miller Lite
Yuengling Lager (Pottsville, PA) ABV 4.5% IBU 16
Puppy Drum Pale Ale Wrightsville Beach Brewery (Wrightsville Beach, NC) American Pale Ale ABV 4.9% IBU 41
Hi Wire Bed of Nails (Asheville, NC) English Brown Ale ABV 6.1% IBU 21
Kolsh Krush Wrightsville Beach Brewery (Wrightsville Beach, NC) ABV 4.8% IBU 20
Golden Road Mango Cart (Los Angeles, CA) Fruit Beer ABV 4% IBU 10
Hi Wire Hi Pitch (Asheville, NC) American IPA ABV 4.6% IBU 10
AMB Hop Rain Drop IPA (Boone, NC) ABV 6.7% IBU 55
Highland Brewery Daycation (Asheville, NC) Session IPA ABV 4.9% IBU 40
Wicked Weed Appalachia (Asheville, NC) Session IPA ABV 4.7% IBU 0
Domestic Bottles
Bud Light
Bud Light Lime
Budweiser
Coors Light
Miller Light
Michelob Ultra
Pabst Blue Ribbon
Red Bridge GF
Sycamore Juiciness IPA
Golden Road Mango Cart
Bold Rock Carolina Apple GF
Import Bottles
Amstel Light
Corona
Corona Premiere
Amber Dos Equis
Guinness
Heineken
Red Stripe
Stella

Specialty Drinks
Dockside Margarita 17
Patron, Cointreau, and sour mix, with a Grand Marnier floater and squeeze of lime
Off the Hook Bloody Mary 16
Tito’s, House-made Bloody Mary mix, Blue Crab Claw, Shrimp, Bacon, Bleu Cheese Olives, Celery & cucumber
Rusty Sunset 12
Absolut Mandarin, Cointreau, cranberry & orange juice
Intracoastal Runner 8
Malibu Coconut Rum, Blue Curacao, pineapple juice & soda water
Captain’s Punch 14
Gordian Knot Rum, Pina Colada Mix, Strawberry Daiquiri Mix, sour mix, lime juice, bitters and a Malibu floater
Hooked Margarita 11
Jose Cuervo Gold, Triple Sec, sour mix, and a squeeze of lime
Dark and Rusty 12
Gordian Knot Rum, Ginger Beer & lime juice
Cosmo on the Waterway 12
Absolut Citron, Cointreau, lime & cranberry juice
Key Lime Pie Martini 10
Pinnacle Whipped Cream Vodka, pineapple juice, orange juice, and cream with graham cracker rim
Island Hopper 9
Malibu Coconut Rum, Myers Dark Rum, Pina Colada mix, pineapple juice & grenadine
Lighthouse Lemonade 11.5
Tito’s Vodka in our House-made Lemonade served on tap in a souvenir cup

White Wines
Chardonnay
Sonoma Cutrer, Somona County, CA 12/46
Singing Tree, Russian River Valley, CA 12/46
Clos Du Bois, California 9.5/36
Sauvignon Blanc
Invivo X, Marlborough, New Zealand 12/46
Nobilo, Marlborough, New Zealand 9.5/36
Chenin Blanc
Dry Creek, Sonoma County, CA 9/34
Rose
Champs de Provence, Provence, France 12/46
Moscato
Mènage à Trois, California 8.5/32
Pinot Grigio
Seaglass, Santa Barbara County, CA 9/34
Ruffino ‘Lumina’, Delle Venezie, Italy 8.5/32
Sparkling
Riondo, Prosecco, Italy Split 8 split/28
Champagne Jacquart Brut Mosaique, France 75
Red Wines
Carbernet Sauvignon
Hindsight Vineyards, Napa Valley 52
Hilltop, J Lohr, Pasa Robles, CA 13/50
Goldschmidt ‘Katherine’, Alexander Valley, CA 12/46
J Lohr Seven Oaks, Pasa Robles, CA 10/38
Malbec
Septima, Mendoza, Argentina 8.5/32
Distinct Reds
Ruffino, Chianti, Italy 8.5/32
Rhiannon Red Blend, CA 8.5/32
Pinot Noir
Rainstorm, Williamette Valley, Oregon 12/46
Mark West, CA 8.5/32
House Wine By Sycamore Lane, California 7.0
Chardonnay
Pinot Grigio
White Zinfandel
Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot

Non Alcoholic Beverages
Pepsi
Siera Mist
Mountain Dew
Pink Lemonade
Sweet & Unsweet Tea
O’Douls
Becks
Diet Pepsi
Ginger Ale
Diet Mt. Dew
Sobe Water
Coffee
Red Bull
Tonic