Solstice Kitchen Blog

starters, small bites
Ginger Soy braised Pork Wontons
sweet thai chile vinaigrette, spicy sriracha aioli,
sesame-carrot salad, cilantro  9.5
Seafood Tomato Bisque
roasted red pepper-basil relish, chive oil  5
Low Country Seared Sea Scallops
creole mustard butter, green tomato marmalade,
white cheddar-roasted red pepper grit cake  12
Grilled Chicken Satay
peanut sauce, baby romaine salad,
lime-mustard vinaigrette, ponzu almonds  8.5
Pepper Crusted Duck Breast
warm blueberry sauce, peppercorn goat cheese,
balsamic-truffle reduction  11

entrees
Skillet Seared Angus Bistro Steak
medium rare to medium only please
rosemary braised mushrooms, foie gras butter,
truffle-blue cheese mashed potatoes, sautéed asparagus  21
Pan Seared Carolina Wreckfish
rock shrimp-mediterranean olive cous cous, City Roots microgreens,
parmesan-basil baked tomatoes, pesto aioli  23
Mustard Grilled Angus Ribeye
whiskey-orange bbq sauce, caramelized onion-thyme compote,
mashed yukon gold potatoes, roasted garlic sautéed   25
Coriander Ginger Seared Yellowfin Tuna
dried mango chutney, sesame-soy rice cake,
ginger braised bok choy  23

$25 three-course one from each section
$30 four-course two from section one, one from section two & three
All specials are available A La Carte. Price follows each item.

section one
Seafood Tomato Bisque
roasted red pepper-basil relish, chive oil  5
Teriyaki Glazed Grilled Chicken Wings
sesame carrot slaw, avocado ranch  9
Seafood Cake Duo
lemon-dill seafood cake w/ caper tartar sauce, herb gremolata
southwest salmon cake w/ tomato salsa, peppadew chimichurri  8
Sesame Fried Calamari
sweet thai chile vinaigrette, cucumbers, watermelon,
ponzu roasted almonds, sriracha  9
Oysters “Solsticefeller” or Oysters on the Half Shell
see regular menu
or choose Any Salad from our regular menu

section two
Pepper Seared Pork Tenderloin
crispy prosciutto, balsamic cherry reduction,
mashed yukon gold potatoes, sautéed spinach  19
Low Country Seared Carolina Wreckfish
creole mustard-green onion butter, fried shallots,
City Roots okra-corn macque choux, creamy falls mills grits  18
Sesame Crusted Golden Tilefish
sweet thai chile vinaigrette, cucumber-watermelon salsa,
sriracha, ginger-almond rice pilaf, sesame-lime asparagus  18
Buttermilk Fried Chicken see regular menu

section three
Caramel-Pecan Fudgecake 7
Wild Berry Springroll 7
Turtle Cheesecake 7
Wholly Cow’s Peach Ice Cream w/ caramel peaches  6
Wholly Cow’s Double Oreo Ice Cream w/ “fair fried” oreo  6

starters, small bites
Oysters Casino
bacon, sweet peppers, herb bread crumbs,
horseradish cream, tabasco mignonette  11
Teriyaki Glazed Grilled Chicken Wings
sesame carrot slaw, avocado ranch  9
Seafood Cake Duo
lemon-dill seafood cake
w/ caper tartar sauce, herb gremolata
southwest salmon cake
w/ tomato salsa, golden peppadew chimichurri   8
Shrimp-Basil Summer Roll
sweet thai-chili vinaigrette, ponzu almonds, peanut sauce  8.5
House-Ground Angus Blue Cheese Meatballs
roasted red pepper caramelized onion ragout, trafilati pasta,
truffle balsamic reduction, shaved parmesan  9

entrees
House Brined Grilled Pork Chop
truffle-chive spaetzel, crispy pancetta, black cherry gastrique,
crispy fried shallots, sautéed spinach  21
Low Country Seared Wreckfish
okra-corn maque choux, creole mustard green onion butter,
buttermilk fried rock shrimp, creamy falls mills grits  23
Porcini Dusted Ivory King Salmon
herb braised chanterelles, basil-goat cheese mashed potatoes,
saffron beurre blanc, sautéed asparagus  23
Sesame Fried Red Drum
sweet thai chile vinaigrette, cucumber-watermelon salsa,
sriracha, ginger-almond rice pilaf, sesame-lime asparagus  21

Special Side to Share
Buttermilk Fried Okra w/ roasted tomato ketchup  6
Ginger-Honey Glazed Parisian Carrots 4

Tonight’s Specials
$25 three-course one from each section
$30 four-course two from section one, one from section two & three
All specials are available A La Carte. Price follows each item.

section one
Caramelized Onion-Wild Mushroom Bisque 5
peppercorn goat cheese, chive oil

Lemon-Dill Seafood Cakes
feta-herb vinaigrette, City Roots salad, tomato-herb coulis  9

Chile-Lime Grilled Chicken Wings
roasted peach salsa, cilantro-mint dressing,
jerk seasoned raw fries  8

Iceberg Wedge buttermilk dressing, crispy pancetta,
fried shallots, blue cheese crumbles, tomatoes, cucumbers  7

Crispy Fried Pork Belly sherry-thyme braised mushrooms,
sweet corn-red pepper polenta, balsamic-truffle reduction  9

Oysters “Solsticefeller” or Oysters on the Half Shell
see regular menu

or choose Any Salad from our regular menu

section two
Buttermilk Fried Chicken vidalia onion-thyme compote,
mustard-thyme jus, mashed yukon golds, squash casserole  16

Thai Chile Glazed Swordfish
watermelon-calamari salsa, toasted almond-ginger rice pilaf,
ginger-sesame asparagus  19

Pan Seared Red Drum citrus buttered leeks,
local herb pesto, creamy grits, sautéed parisian carrots  17

Solstice Grilled Flat Iron Steak housemade steak sauce,
rosemary braised wild mushrooms, foie gras butter,
mashed yukon gold potatoes, sautéed spinach  19

section three
Caramel-Pecan Fudgecake 7      Pear-Custard Tart 7
Turtle Cheesecake 7
Wholly Cow’s Peach Ice Cream w/ caramel peaches  6
Wholly Cow’s Double Oreo Ice Cream w/ “fair fried” oreo  6

*three & four course dinners may not be split*
*there is a $5 extra plate and/or share plate charge*

$17 Fish & White Wine Pairing
Pan Seared Red Drum see preparation above
with a glass of Carmenet Chardonnay or Avinyo Vi d’Agulla

$19 Steak & Red Wine Pairing
Solstice Grilled Flat Iron or 5 oz. Petit Filet Mignon
see preparation above
with a glass of Carmenet Cabernet
or Drunken Goose Sangiovese/Cab

starters, small bites
Lemon-Dill Seafood Cakes
feta-herb vinaigrette, City Roots salad, tomato-herb coulis  11
Ginger-Pepper Seared Scallops
watermelon-calamari “ceviche”, pineapple-mint chimichurri  13
Crispy Fried Caw Caw Creek Farms Pork Belly
sherry-thyme braised mushrooms,
sweet corn- red pepper polenta, balsamic-truffle reduction   11
Chile-Lime Grilled Chicken Wings
roasted peach-sweet pepper salsa, cilantro-mint dressing,
jerk seasoned raw fries  8
Oyster, Sweet Corn & Leek Stew
buttermilk fried rock shrimp, crispy pancetta  8

entrees
Pan Seared Black Grouper
w/ Oyster, Sweet Corn & Leek Stew
crispy domestic pancetta, City Roots herb pesto  24
Sweet Onion-Mustard BBQ Glazed Yellowfin Tuna
grilled corn salsa, mashed yukon gold potatoes,
blackened green tomatoes  23
6 Hour Braised Lamb Shank
grain mustard-thyme “brodo”, chive-parmesan gnocchi,
locally foraged “Rift-Raft” chanterelle mushrooms, shallot confit  26
Solstice Grilled Farm Raised Buffalo Ribeye
stilton-mango blue cheese, black cherry balsamic jus,
mashed yukon gold potatoes, sautéed spinach

Special Side to Share
Mama Kelly’s Squash Casserole
panko breadcrumbs  7

Special Dessert
Stone-Ground Grit Soufflé
with honey glazed peaches  9

$25 three-course one from each section
$30 four-course two from section one, one from section two & three
All specials are available A La Carte. Price follows each item.

section one
Lobster Bisque
lobster-herb pesto, roasted garlic-herb aioli  5
Lemon-Dill Seared Seafood Cake
feta-herb vinaigrette, grape tomatoes,
olive relish, lemon 8
Chile-Lime Grilled Chicken Wings
roasted peach-sweet pepper salsa, cilantro-mint dressing,
jerk seasoned raw fries  8
Crispy Fried Caw Caw Creek Farms Pork Belly
roasted red pepper-sweet corn polenta,
sherry-thyme braised mushrooms,
City Roots microgreens, balsamic reduction  9

Redneck “Frito Misto”
buttermilk fried rock shrimp & local okra, cocktail sauce,
roasted garlic-herb aioli, roasted tomato ketchup  9
Oysters “Solsticefeller” or Oysters on the Half Shell
see regular menu
or choose Any Salad from our regular menu

section two
Citrus Seared Red Trout
tomato-herb coulis, City Roots sprouts, crispy prosciutto,
roasted garlic-herb aioli,
pesto-almond Israeli cous cous w/ marcona almond pesto  18
Solstice Grilled Grilled Flat Iron
rosemary mushroom bordelaise, blue cheese pesto,
mashed yukon gold potatoes, sautéed spinach  19
Pepper Seared Pork Tenderloin
black cherry demi glace, blue cheese pesto,
mashed yukon gold potatoes, sautéed spinach  18
Pan Seared Wild Striped Bass
sweet onion-mustard bbq sauce, jasmine rice,
stewed local okra, blackened green tomatoes  18

section three
Caramel-Pecan Fudgecake 7
Pear-Custard Tart 7       Three Cheese Tasting 7
Wholly Cow’s Peach Ice Cream w/ caramel buttered peaches 6
Wholly Cow’s Oreo Ice Cream w/ “fair-fried” oreo  6

starters, small bites
Chile-Lime Grilled Chicken Wings
peach-roasted jalapeno salsa,
cilantro-mint dressing, jerk seasoned raw fries  11
Fried Caw Caw Creek Farms Pork Belly
grilled corn-vidalia salad, peach-sweet tea bbq sauce  9
Panko Crusted Fish & Lobster Cake
eggplant ratatouille, roasted tomato-olive tapenade,
feta-herb vinaigrette  9

entrees
Coriander-Smoked Chile Grilled Angus Hanger Steak
medium rare-medium please
grilled corn-vidalia “salad”, golden peppadew chimichurri,
pepper jack mashed potatoes, blackened green tomatoes  22
Lemon-Chive Seared Atlantic Cobia
herb-orange butter, local basil-marcona almond pesto,
lobster-green pea risotto, sautéed asparagus  23
Pittsburgh Grilled 8 oz. Wild Ostrich Filet
black cherry demi glace, caramelized fennel-blue cheese relish,
mashed yukon gold potatoes, sautéed spinach  26
Pan Seared Black Grouper & Seafood Bouillabaise
truffle cheese crouton, fried caper gremolata,
horseradish-roasted garlic aioli  23

$25 three-course one from each section
$30 four-course two from section one, one from section two & three
All specials are available A La Carte. Price follows each item.

section one
Seafood Bouillabaise
lobster-basil relish, roasted garlic-herb aioli, herb crouton 5
General Tso’s Fried Pork Belly
veggie fried rice, ginger, soy, lime  9
Chile-Lime Grilled Chicken Wings
roasted peach-sweet pepper salsa, cilantro-mint dressing,
sweet corn-marinated okra “salad”  9
Pork Belly-Cranberry stuffed Manchester Farms Quail
peach-sweet tea bbq sauce, grilled corn-vidalia “salad” 10
Buttermilk Fried Rock Shrimp
cucumber-dill tartar sauce, classic cocktail sauce  9

Oysters “Solsticefeller” or Oysters on the Half Shell
see regular menu
or choose Any Salad from our regular menu

section two
Buttermilk Fried Atlantic Haddock
cucumber-dill tartar sauce, fried caper gremolata,
creamy falls mills grits, sweet corn-okra succotash 17
Skillet Seared Flat Iron Steak
caramelized fennel-blue cheese relish,
balsamic-cherry reduction, mashed yukon gold potatoes,
sautéed spinach  19
Oregano-Pepper Grilled Pork Tenderloin
cabernet-horseradish mustard, grilled onion-olive tapenade,
bulgarian feta, mashed yukon gold potatoes,
sautéed asparagus  18
Peach BBQ Glazed Atlantic Swordfish
grilled corn-vidalia “salad”,  creamy falls mills grits,
pan seared green tomatoes  19

section three
Caramel-Pecan Fudgecake
Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake       Wild Berry Springroll
Wholly Cow’s Peach Ice Cream w/ caramel buttered peaches 6
Wholly Cow’s Oreo Ice Cream w/ “fair-fried” oreo  6

starters, small bites
General Tso’s Fried Sweetbreads
pork fried rice, egg, green peas, sweet onion, ginger, soy  11
Frutti di Mare Pasta
trafilati pasta, scallops, rock shrimp,
tomato-basil marinara, shaved parmesan, lemon aioli  13
Chile-Lime Grilled Chicken Wings
roasted peach-sweet pepper salsa, cilantro-mint dressing,
caribbean jerk raw fries  9
Truffled Sweet Corn Bisque
roasted corn-lobster relish, roasted garlic herb aioli  5

entrees
Tempura Fried Atlantic Haddock
sweet thai chile-jalapeno syrup, pork fried rice, cilantro,
garlic-lime pan stir-fry of rock shrimp, carrots, spinach & almonds  22
Pork Belly-Cranberry stuffed
Manchester Farms Semi-Boneless Quail
caramelized fennel-blue cheese relish, balsamic-cherry reduction,
creamy falls mills grits, marinated okra-celery “salad”  23
Pan Seared Alaskan Halibut
roasted tomato-local oregano vinaigrette, orange-parsley butter,
creamy falls mills grits, pan seared green tomatoes  23
Rosemary-Lemon Grilled Lamb Leg Steak
cabernet-horseradish mustard, grilled onion-olive tapenade,
bulgarian feta, mashed yukon gold potatoes, sautéed asparagus  22

Special Side to Share
Garlic Buttered Golden Chanterelle Mushrooms
shaved black truffles, red wine reduction  7

25 three-course one from each section
$30 four-course two from section one, one from section two & three
All specials are available A La Carte. Price follows each item.

section one
Pan Fried Veal Sweetbreads
& Creamy Potato-Smoked Cheddar Chowder
crispy pancetta, green onions  8
Seared Salmon-Dill Cake
smoked salmon-champagne cream sauce,
fried caper gremolata, vine ripe tomato “carpaccio”  8
Poached Lobster, Avocado & Feta Salad
City Roots microgreens, toasted almonds, tomatoes,
mixed greens, citrus-herb vinaigrette  9
Panko-Herb Fried Green Tomatoes
local tomato marinara, peppercorn goat cheese, local basil 8
Sweet & Sour Caw Caw Creek Farms Pork Belly
pineapple salsa, sesame-carrot salad  9
Cajun Baked Oysters on the Half Shell
five oysters, crawfish-green onion butter, tasso ham,
parmesan, herb breadcrumbs  12
or choose Any Salad from our regular menu

section two
Buttermilk Fried Carolina Flounder
& Low Country Clam Chowder
cucumber-dill tartar sauce, fried caper gremolata  19
Skillet Seared Flat Iron Steak
herb grilled vegetable “kebob”, balsamic marinated feta,
mashed yukon gold potatoes, sautéed spinach 18
Bourbon Brown Sugar brined Pork Porterhouse
grilled peach chutney, mashed yukon gold potatoes,
pan seared green tomatoes  18
Italian Herb Seared Alaskan Ivory Salmon
blue cheese pesto, cranberry-black cherry gastrique,
creamy grits, sautéed asparagus  19

section three
Caramel-Pecan Fudgecake
Lemon-Blueberry Cheesecake       Wild Berry Springroll
Wholly Cow’s Peach Ice Cream w/ caramel buttered peaches 6
Wholly Cow’s Oreo Ice Cream w/ “fair-fried” oreo  6