MOONRAKERS Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to MOONRAKERS, a culinary gem nestled along the scenic waterfront of Beaufort, NC. This vibrant restaurant offers a diverse menu showcasing fresh seafood and creative dishes that highlight local flavors. Patrons rave about the baked shrimp appetizer paired with succotash, while the soft shell crab sandwich delivers a perfect crisp, evoking coastal charm with every bite.
For a refreshing option, the poke bowl is a hit, ideal after a day in the sun. Diners appreciate not only the flavorful food but also the exceptional service, with staff members often mentioned for their warmth and attentiveness. Enjoying meals outdoors with beautiful views enhances the dining experience, inviting guests to savor the moment.
With strong recommendations for the lobster roll and the key lime pie, MOONRAKERS is a must-visit for both locals and tourists, promising a delightful culinary adventure!
Mini Mates Menu
CHICKEN FINGERS
FRIED SHRIMP
CHEESEBURGER
GRILLED CHEESE
PENNE PASTA WITH BUTTER
CHEESE PIZZA
PEPPERONI PIZZA
French Fries
Fruit Salad
Carrot & Celery Sticks
Steamed Broccoli
Mini Mates Menu - SIDES
Mini Mates Menu - SODAS & TEA
Coke
Diet Coke
Sprite
Ginger Ale
Orange Fanta
Barq's Root Beer
Minute Maid Lemonade
Sweet Tea
Unsweetened Tea
Milk
Cranberry
OJ
Mini Mates Menu - MILK & JUICES
LUNCH - SMALL PLATES
Clam Chowder
cream, potato, bacon
Jerk Wings
GF jerk spice rub, mango sauce
Tuna Poke
toasted nori vinaigrette, avocado mousse, wonton chips
Whipped Feta
roasted grapes, oregano, honey, cracked black pepper, grilled pita bread
Fried Calamari
sweet and spicy thai chili sauce, coconut, lime aioli
Baked Shrimp
wood fired, jerk butter, coconut, pineapple, bell pepper, toasted baguette
Crab Cakes
succotash, pickled okra, romesco sauce
Cauliflower & Tabouleh
little gem lettuce, labne, garden vegetables
Fig & Proscuitto
baby arugula, mozzarella, aged balsamic, parmesan
Seasonal
olive oil, roasted garlic, confit chicken, corn, roasted fried okra, rouille sauce
The Daily Flatbread
ask your server about today's offering
LUNCH - FLATBREADS
LUNCH - A LA CARTE SIDES
Cheesy Grits
GF Anson Mills grits, cheddar, mascarpone
Cole Slaw
GF carrot, cabbage, grated apple
Truffle Fries
truffle oil, aged parmesan, pickled peppercorn aioli
Summer Succotash
new potato, pickled okra, romesco
Conch Fritters
corn, elote sauce
Clam Chowder
cream, potato, bacon
Gazpacho
cup summer vegetables, tomato, cucumber
Jerk Wings
jerk spice rub, mango sauce
Tuna Poke
toasted nori vinaigrette, avocado mousse, wonton chips
Whipped Feta
roasted grapes, oregano, honey, cracked black pepper, grilled pita bread
Fried Calamari
sweet and spicy thai chili sauce, coconut, lime aioli
Baked Shrimp
wood fired, jerk butter, coconut, pineapple, bell pepper, toasted baguette
Seasonal Flatbread
olive oil, roasted garlic, confit chicken, corn, roasted pepper, fried okra, rouille sauce
Tacking Burger
brisket & chuck 8oz grilled patty, cheddar cheese, french fries, lettuce, pickled green tomatoes
Cunningham's Fish & Chips
beer battered flounder, house made tartar, french fries
Cheesy Grits
Anson Mills grits, cheddar, mascarpone
Cole Slaw
carrot, cabbage, grated apple
Truffle Fries
truffle oil, aged parmesan, pickled peppercorn aioli
Conch Fritters
corn, elote sauce
TACKING - SMALL PLATES
DINNER - LIGHT PLATES
Clam Chowder
cream, potato, bacon
Gazpacho
summercup vegetables, tomato, cucumber
Goat Cheese
brioche, walnuts, vegetable salad, tomato jam
Roasted Portobello
cashew cream, preserved lemon, kale, caper vinaigrette, aged parmesan
Jerk Wings
jerk spice rub, mango sauce
Whipped Feta
roasted grapes, oregano, honey, cracked black pepper, grilled pita bread
Fried Calamari
sweet and spicy thai chili sauce, coconut, lime aioli
Crab Cakes
succotash, pickled okra, romesco sauce
Cheesy Grits
Anson Mills grits, cheddar, mascarpone
Grilled Broccolini
rosemary & almond gremolata, pecorino, long pepper
Mashed Potato au gratin
roasted garlic, aged cheddar
Summer Succotash
new potato, pickled okra, romesco
Truffle Fries
truffle oil, aged parmesan, pickled peppercorn aioli
Hushpuppies
sorghum butter
Conch Fritters
corn, elote sauce
DINNER - A LA CARTE SIDES
LUNCH MENU - A LA CARTE SIDES
Summer Succotash
new potato, pickled okra, romesco
Cheesy Grits
Anson Mills grits, cheddar, mascarpone
Cole Slaw
Truffle Fries
truffle oil, aged parmesan, pickled peppercorn aioli
Conch Fritters
corn, elote sauce
Clam Chowder
cream, potato, bacon
Gazpacho
summercup vegetables, tomato, cucumber
Cauliflower & Tabouleh
little gem lettuce, labne, garden vegetables
Garden Vegetable
mesclun greens, shaved vegetables, cherry tomato, lemon vinaigrette
Provisional Greens
a salad that changes with the seasons at the farm or...just because
Baby Kale Caesar
aged parmesan, yellow pepper, cipollini onion, miso caesar vinaigrette, mandarin orange, crispy cashew garnish
LUNCH MENU - SOUPS SALADS
LUNCH MENU - SMALL PLATES
Jerk Wings
coconut & mango sauce, spice rubbed
Tuna Poke
toasted nori vinaigrette, avocado mousse, wonton chips
Whipped Feta
roasted grapes, oregano, honey, cracked black pepper, grilled pita bread
Crab Cakes
succotash, pickled okra, romesco sauce
Fried Calamari
sweet and spicy thai chilli sauce, coconut, lime aioli
Baked Shrimp
wood fired, jerk butter, coconut, pineapple, bell pepper, toasted baguette
Roasted Portobello
cashew cream, preserved lemon, kale & caper pistou, aged parmesan
Fig & Proscuitto
baby arugula, mozzarella, aged balsamic, parmesan
Seasonal
olive oil, roasted garlic, confit chicken, corn, roasted pepper, fried okra, rouille sauce
The Daily Flatbread
ask your server about today's offering
LUNCH MENU - FLATBREADS
DINNER MENU - A LA CARTE SIDES
Cheesy Grits
Anson Mills grits, cheddar, mascarpone
Grilled Broccolini
rosemary & almond gremolata, pecorino, long pepper
Mashed Potato au gratin
roasted garlic, aged cheddar
Summer Succotash
new potato, pickled okra, romesc
Truffle Fries
truffle oil, aged parmesan, pickled peppercorn aioli
Hushpuppies
sorghum butter
Conch Fritters
corn, elote sauce
Fried Calamari
sweet and spicy thai chili sauce, coconut, lime aioli
Roasted Portobello
cashew cream, preserved lemon, kale & caper pistou, aged parmesan
Goat Cheese
brioche, walnuts, vegetable salad, tomato jam
Jerk Wings
coconut & mango sauce, spice-rubbed
Tuna Poke
toasted nori vinaigrette, avocado mousse, wonton chips
Whipped Feta
roasted grapes, oregano, honey, cracked black pepper, grilled pita bread
Crab Cakes
succotash, pickled okra, romesco sauce
Baked Shrimp
wood fired, jerk butter, coconut, pineapple, bell pepper, toasted baguette
Seasonal Flatbread
olive oil, roasted garlic, confit chicken, corn, roasted pepper, fried okra, rouille sauce
DINNER MENU - SMALL PLATES
DINNER MENU - SOUPS SALADS
Clam Chowder
cream, potato, bacon
Gazpacho
summer vegetables, tomato, cucumber
Provisional Greens
a salad that changes with the seasons at the farm or...just because
Garden Vegetable
Baby Kale Caesar
aged parmesan, yellow pepper, cipollini onion, miso caesar vinaigrette, mandarin orange, crispy cashew garnish
Cauliflower & Tabouleh
little gem lettuce, labne, garden vegetables
Fresh Catch
locally caught, chef's daily preparation
Roasted Eggplant
wood fired, peppadews, pine nuts, chevre, summer vegetables, currant & black garlic vinaigrette
Joyce Farms Chicken
corn maque choux, fried oysters, Carolina Gold rice, pickled okra
"60 South" Salmon
green harissa, roasted zuchini, corn risotto, green onion
Blackened Grouper
clams, fennel hash, roasted tomato, saffron cream
Shrimp & Grits
Anson Mills grits, andouille, low country gravy
New York Strip
Revier Cattle company 12oz strip, demi-glace, broccolini, roasted garlic mashed potato au gratin
Bouillabaisse
confit fennel, peppers, cippolini, baguette, rouille