Busboys and Poets, Baltimore Menu

Regular - low acidity espresso, with hints of nuts and smooth after taste. Sweet finish. Medium dark roast.

Smooth with a bold body & a bright citrus acidity; notes of caramel. Medium dark roast.

Spice-like aromas, pleasant flavors of fig, dates & raisins; medium body with a smooth finish. Dark roast

Low acidity espresso, with hints of nuts and smooth after taste. Sweet finish. Medium dark roast.

No refills

Turkey patty (ground turkey, shallots, mushrooms), lettuce, tomato, onion, chipotle mayo, brioche bun served with your choice of side. Patty cannot be modified. Possible Allergies: Onion, Mushroom, Gluten.

Lamb patty (onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, parsley), tomatoes, cucumber, garlic herb yogurt sauce, pita bread served with your choice of side. The patty can not be modified. Possbile Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Garlic, Gluten.

Brisket ground beef patty, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side. Possible Allergies: Onion, Tomato, Gluten.

Brisket ground beef patty, bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side. Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Gluten.

Brisket beef patty, fried, sunny-side up organic egg, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side. No egg substitutions. Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Tomato, Gluten.

Choice of pancake style served with powdered sugar, butter, organic/local maple syrup (Vegetarian).

Buttermilk or Gluten Free Friendly pancake. Served with butter, syrup and powdered sugar.

Crispy Brussels sprouts, white balsamic vinaigrette (Vegan, Gluten-Free Friendly). Possible Allergies: Shallots

Cauliflower, garlic harissa, cilantro-lemon aioli (Vegan, Gluten-Free Friendly).

Blue corn tortilla chips, guacamole, nacho cheese, shredded cheese, jalapeños, roasted corn, black beans, shredded lettuce, sour cream, pico de gallo (Vegetarian, Gluten-Free Friendly) You can add beef barbacoa or chicken carnitas. Possible Allergies: Dairy, onion, garlic, tomato

Shrimp, fennel, onions, cabbage slaw, black sesame seeds, chile sauce (Gluten-Free Friendly) Possible Allergies: Shellfish, Onion

Choice of half or one dozen chicken wings (flats/drums), inferno sauce (hot sauce/BBQ sauce), carrots, celery, blue cheese dressing (Gluten-Free Friendly). This chicken is not halal temporarily. Possible Allergies: Garlic, Onion, Seafood (due to fryer).

Plant-based "pork", cabbage, carrot, mushrooms, chili sauce, filo dough (vegan).

Chickpeas, kalamata olives, olive oil, tahini, paprika, pita bread. Substitute carrots / celery for the pita bread to make Gluten-Free Friendly (Vegan). Possible Allergies: Chickpeas, sesame, garlic, gluten.

Soy protein, scallions, spicy Korean barbeque sauce (Vegan). Possible Allergies: Onions.

10 ounce bowl of Moroccan two bean soup (garbanzo/lentils), carrots, celery, onion, garlic, tomato. (Vegan and Gluten-Free Friendly).

8 ounce grilled salmon fillet cooked medium well, lemon butter sauce, wild rice, asparagus, corn salsa, cajun seasoning (Gluten-Free Friendly). Allergies: Dairy (butter sauce), Cooking Wine, Shallots, Garlic. Our Atlantic salmon is farm-raised in Fairy Island Scotland. One of our most popular dishes. Can be made without the sauce to be dairy-free.

Ground chicken chorizo sausage, shrimp, penne pasta, mushrooms, shallots, garlic, cajun cream sauce, parmesan cheese, garlic bread. Can be made without mushrooms or shallots. Chorizo is chicken sausage, not diced chicken and is not halal. Allergies: Seafood, Shellfish, Gluten, Dairy (cream sauce, parmesan cheese), Onions (shallots), Garlic, Mushroom.

Black beans, wild rice, guacamole, and pico de gallo. (Vegan, Gluten-Free Friendly) Can be made without guacamole, pico de gallo, beans or wild rice. Allergies: Onion, Garlic, Cilantro, Tomato.

5 tail on shrimp, tomatoes, roasted corn, asparagus, shallots, garlic, cajun cream sauce and crab grits. Allergies: Seafood, Shellfish, Dairy, Tomato, Onion (shallots) Garlic.

10oz fried catfish fillet served with capers, collard greens, herb grits, and tomato coulis sauce (Gluten-Free Friendly). Allergies: Tomatoes, Onion, Garlic. Coated in cornmeal.

Choice of one or two pieces 6 oz. crusted chicken breast, mashed potatoes, collard greens, herb-mushroom sauce (Gluten-Free Friendly). Chicken is halal, cage-free, antibiotic-free and veggie-fed. Crust is buttermilk and cornmeal. Possible Allergies: Dairy (cream sauce and mashed potatoes), Onions (shallots), Garlic.

4 piece of chicken tenders served with French fries. Choice of ranch or BBQ sauce.

Mixed greens, tomato, carrot, roasted corn, yuzu vinaigrette (Vegan, Gluten-Free Friendly).

Falafel, mixed field greens, tomato, sweet potato, cucumber, dates, pumpkin seeds, dijon vinaigrette (Vegan, Gluten-Free Friendly). Possible Allergies: Sesame

Grilled chicken, chopped romaine, bacon, avocado, boiled egg, red onion, tomato, roasted corn, gorgonzola cheese, ranch dressing. (Gluten-Free Friendly). Possible Allergies: Egg, Onion, Dairy

Romaine lettuce, croutons, parmesan cheese, Caesar dressing (Dressing contains anchovies). Possible Allergies: Dairy.

Bacon, Lettuce, Tomatoes and Dijonaise on toasted French bread.

Grilled chicken, pepper jack cheese, caramelized onion, spinach, tomato, chipotle mayo, ciabatta bread. Possible Allergies: Dairy (cheese), Tomato, Onion. Chicken is cage-free, veg-fed and halal.

Pulled pork, ham, Swiss cheese, dill pickles, dijonnaise, ciabatta bread.

6 falafel balls, hummus spread, pickled radish, cucumber relish, tomatoes, onions, served on pita bread. Tahini sauce is sesame seed paste and is in the falafel balls as well. Possible Allergies: Sesame, Garlic, Chickpeas.

Cage-free, veg-fed, halal fried chicken, buttermilk, shredded lettuce, tomato, dill pickles, harissa aioli, brioche bun. Possible Allergies: Dairy, Gluten.

Cheddar cheese, provolone, rustic bread. Possible Allergies: Dairy, Gluten.

Breaded soy protein, vegan harissa aioli, brioche bun, vegan cole slaw (Vegan).

Scoop of vegan tuna (chickpeas, relish, nori, onion, celery, carrots, vegan mayo), lettuce, tomato, toasted bread (Vegan). Possible Allergies: Chickpeas, Onion, Gluten.

Brisket ground beef patty, bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side. Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Gluten.

Brisket beef patty, fried, sunny-side up organic egg, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side. No egg substitutions. Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Tomato, Gluten.

Lamb patty (onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, parsley), tomatoes, cucumber, garlic herb yogurt sauce, pita bread served with your choice of side. The patty can not be modified. Possbile Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Garlic, Gluten.

Turkey patty (ground turkey, shallots, mushrooms), lettuce, tomato, onion, chipotle mayo, brioche bun served with your choice of side. Patty cannot be modified. Possible Allergies: Onion, Mushroom, Gluten.

Mixed vegetable patty (green peas, cut corn, diced carrots, onions, green beans, soy flour, wheat flour, rice flour, brown rice, garlic powder), lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side (Vegan). Possible Allergies: Onion, Gluten, Soy

Gluten Free Friendly, Vegan

Gluten Free Friendly

Gluten Free Friendly

Gluten Free Friendly, Vegan

Gluten Free Friendly, Vegan

Grilled cheese, with your choice of kid's side and kid's drink. (Vegetarian).

Breaded fried chicken tenders with your choice of kid's side and kid's drink.

Choice of pancake style served with powdered sugar, butter, organic/local maple syrup (Vegetarian).

Buttermilk or Gluten Free Friendly pancake. Served with butter, syrup and powdered sugar.

3 free-range eggs, black beans, cheddar cheese, guacamole, pico de gallo with your choice of side (Vegetarian). Possible Allergies: Dairy, Tomato, Onion.

3 free-range eggs, grilled chicken, tomato, spinach, goat cheese and a choice of side. Possible Allergies: Dairy

Begin with three free-range eggs, choice of three topping of choice. Served with choice of side and whole wheat toast.

Three organic, free-range eggs, wheat toast with a choice of side (Vegetarian). Possible Allergies: Gluten.

Three free-range eggs, wheat toast with choice of side and meat. Possible Allergies: Gluten.

Scrambled, free-range eggs, chicken chorizo, tomato, onion, green pepper, monterey jack/cheddar cheese, pico de gallo, flour tortilla. Possible Allergies: Gluten, Dairy, Onions.

Tofu scrambled with cauliflower, spinach, mushrooms, onions, vegan sausage and tomato. Served with wheat toast and choice of side.

Tofu, onion, mushroom, tomato, spinach, cauliflower, vegan sausage, and vegan cheese wrapped in a spinach tortilla. Served with a side of pico de gallo. Possible Allergies: Onion.

Two organic, sunny-side-up eggs, mixed peppers, potatoes, onions. Possible Allergies: Onions

Free-range scrambled eggs (Vegetarian, Gluten-Free Friendly).

Vegan

Buttermilk or Gluten Free Friendly pancake. Served with butter, syrup and powdered sugar.

Crispy Brussels sprouts, white balsamic vinaigrette (Vegan, Gluten-Free Friendly). Possible Allergies: Shallots

Cauliflower, garlic harissa, cilantro-lemon aioli (Vegan, Gluten-Free Friendly).

Shrimp, fennel, onions, cabbage slaw, black sesame seeds, chile sauce (Gluten-Free Friendly) Possible Allergies: Shellfish, Onion

Chickpeas, kalamata olives, olive oil, tahini, paprika, pita bread. Substitute carrots / celery for the pita bread to make Gluten-Free Friendly (Vegan). Possible Allergies: Chickpeas, sesame, garlic, gluten.

Soy protein, scallions, spicy Korean barbeque sauce (Vegan). Possible Allergies: Onions.

Choice of half or one dozen chicken wings (flats/drums), inferno sauce (hot sauce/BBQ sauce), carrots, celery, blue cheese dressing (Gluten-Free Friendly). This chicken is not halal temporarily. Possible Allergies: Garlic, Onion, Seafood (due to fryer).

10 ounce bowl of Moroccan two bean soup (garbanzo/lentils), carrots, celery, onion, garlic, tomato. (Vegan and Gluten-Free Friendly).

8 ounce grilled salmon fillet cooked medium well, lemon butter sauce, wild rice, asparagus, corn salsa, cajun seasoning (Gluten-Free Friendly). Allergies: Dairy (butter sauce), Cooking Wine, Shallots, Garlic. Our Atlantic salmon is farm-raised in Fairy Island Scotland. One of our most popular dishes. Can be made without the sauce to be dairy-free.

5 tail on shrimp, tomatoes, roasted corn, asparagus, shallots, garlic, cajun cream sauce and crab grits. Allergies: Seafood, Shellfish, Dairy, Tomato, Onion (shallots) Garlic.

Ground chicken chorizo sausage, shrimp, penne pasta, mushrooms, shallots, garlic, cajun cream sauce, parmesan cheese, garlic bread. Can be made without mushrooms or shallots. Chorizo is chicken sausage, not diced chicken and is not halal. Allergies: Seafood, Shellfish, Gluten, Dairy (cream sauce, parmesan cheese), Onions (shallots), Garlic, Mushroom.

Black beans, wild rice, guacamole, and pico de gallo. (Vegan, Gluten-Free Friendly) Can be made without guacamole, pico de gallo, beans or wild rice. Allergies: Onion, Garlic, Cilantro, Tomato.

Choice of one or two pieces 6 oz. crusted chicken breast, mashed potatoes, collard greens, herb-mushroom sauce (Gluten-Free Friendly). Chicken is halal, cage-free, antibiotic-free and veggie-fed. Crust is buttermilk and cornmeal. Possible Allergies: Dairy (cream sauce and mashed potatoes), Onions (shallots), Garlic.

4 piece of chicken tenders served with French fries. Choice of ranch or BBQ sauce.

Grilled chicken, chopped romaine, bacon, avocado, boiled egg, red onion, tomato, roasted corn, gorgonzola cheese, ranch dressing. (Gluten-Free Friendly). Possible Allergies: Egg, Onion, Dairy

Romaine lettuce, croutons, parmesan cheese, Caesar dressing (Dressing contains anchovies). Possible Allergies: Dairy.

Baby spinach, mango, blueberries, caramelized onion, grape tomato, goat cheese, roasted almonds, ginger vinaigrette (Vegetarian, Gluten-Free Friendly). Possible Allergies: Dairy (goat cheese), Nuts (almonds), Onion.

Falafel, mixed field greens, tomato, sweet potato, cucumber, dates, pumpkin seeds, dijon vinaigrette (Vegan, Gluten-Free Friendly). Possible Allergies: Sesame

6 falafel balls, hummus spread, pickled radish, cucumber relish, tomatoes, onions, served on pita bread. Tahini sauce is sesame seed paste and is in the falafel balls as well. Possible Allergies: Sesame, Garlic, Chickpeas.

Avocado, arugula, vegan cheese, roasted red peppers, vegan pesto, multigrain bread (Vegan). Possible Allergies: Gluten.

Breaded soy protein, vegan harissa aioli, brioche bun, vegan cole slaw (Vegan).

Cheddar cheese, provolone, rustic bread. Possible Allergies: Dairy, Gluten.

Grilled chicken, pepper jack cheese, caramelized onion, spinach, tomato, chipotle mayo, ciabatta bread. Possible Allergies: Dairy (cheese), Tomato, Onion. Chicken is cage-free, veg-fed and halal.

Cage-free, veg-fed, halal fried chicken, buttermilk, shredded lettuce, tomato, dill pickles, harissa aioli, brioche bun. Possible Allergies: Dairy, Gluten.

Pulled pork, ham, Swiss cheese, dill pickles, dijonnaise, ciabatta bread.

Bacon, Lettuce, Tomatoes and Dijonaise on toasted French bread.

Brisket ground beef patty, bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side. Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Gluten.

Brisket beef patty, fried, sunny-side up organic egg, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side. No egg substitutions. Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Tomato, Gluten.

Lamb patty (onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, parsley), tomatoes, cucumber, garlic herb yogurt sauce, pita bread served with your choice of side. The patty can not be modified. Possbile Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Garlic, Gluten.

Turkey patty (ground turkey, shallots, mushrooms), lettuce, tomato, onion, chipotle mayo, brioche bun served with your choice of side. Patty cannot be modified. Possible Allergies: Onion, Mushroom, Gluten.

Mixed vegetable patty (green peas, cut corn, diced carrots, onions, green beans, soy flour, wheat flour, rice flour, brown rice, garlic powder), lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side (Vegan). Possible Allergies: Onion, Gluten, Soy

Gluten Free Friendly, Vegan

Gluten Free Friendly

Gluten Free Friendly

Gluten Free Friendly, Vegan

Gluten Free Friendly, Vegan

Grilled cheese, with your choice of kid's side and kid's drink. (Vegetarian).

Breaded fried chicken tenders with your choice of kid's side and kid's drink.

Cauliflower, garlic harissa, cilantro-lemon aioli (Vegan, Gluten-Free Friendly).

Shrimp, fennel, onions, cabbage slaw, black sesame seeds, chile sauce (Gluten-Free Friendly) Possible Allergies: Shellfish, Onion

Chickpeas, kalamata olives, olive oil, tahini, paprika, pita bread. Substitute carrots / celery for the pita bread to make Gluten-Free Friendly (Vegan). Possible Allergies: Chickpeas, sesame, garlic, gluten.

Blue corn tortilla chips, guacamole, nacho cheese, shredded cheese, jalapeños, roasted corn, black beans, shredded lettuce, sour cream, pico de gallo (Vegetarian, Gluten-Free Friendly) You can add beef barbacoa or chicken carnitas. Possible Allergies: Dairy, onion, garlic, tomato

Plant-based "pork", cabbage, carrot, mushrooms, chili sauce, filo dough (vegan).

Soy protein, scallions, spicy Korean barbeque sauce (Vegan). Possible Allergies: Onions.

blue corn tortilla chips, vegan mozzarella and cheddar cheese, vegan cheese sauce, vegan sour cream, pico de gallo, guacamole, black beans (Vegan, Gluten-Free Friendly). Cheese sauce ingredients: Filtered water, Creamy Original Chao Slices [coconut oil, modified potato starch, fermented chao tofu (soybeans, sesame oil, calcium sulfate), sea salt, natural flavor, olive extract, beta carotene], nutritional yeast, modified corn starch, hot sauce (distilled vinegar, red pepper, salt), spices. CONTAINS: Coconut and Soy Possible Allergies: Coconut, soy, onion, nut

Choice of half or one dozen chicken wings (flats/drums), inferno sauce (hot sauce/BBQ sauce), carrots, celery, blue cheese dressing (Gluten-Free Friendly). This chicken is not halal temporarily. Possible Allergies: Garlic, Onion, Seafood (due to fryer).

Romaine lettuce, croutons, parmesan cheese, Caesar dressing (Dressing contains anchovies). Possible Allergies: Dairy.

Grilled chicken, chopped romaine, bacon, avocado, boiled egg, red onion, tomato, roasted corn, gorgonzola cheese, ranch dressing. (Gluten-Free Friendly). Possible Allergies: Egg, Onion, Dairy

Falafel, mixed field greens, tomato, sweet potato, cucumber, dates, pumpkin seeds, dijon vinaigrette (Vegan, Gluten-Free Friendly). Possible Allergies: Sesame

Baby spinach, mango, blueberries, caramelized onion, grape tomato, goat cheese, roasted almonds, ginger vinaigrette (Vegetarian, Gluten-Free Friendly). Possible Allergies: Dairy (goat cheese), Nuts (almonds), Onion.

8 ounce cup of Moroccan two bean soup (garbanzo/lentils), carrots, celery, onion, garlic, tomato. (Vegan and Gluten-Free Friendly).

6 falafel balls, hummus spread, pickled radish, cucumber relish, tomatoes, onions, served on pita bread. Tahini sauce is sesame seed paste and is in the falafel balls as well. Possible Allergies: Sesame, Garlic, Chickpeas.

Breaded soy protein, vegan harissa aioli, brioche bun, vegan cole slaw (Vegan).

Cage-free, veg-fed, halal fried chicken, buttermilk, shredded lettuce, tomato, dill pickles, harissa aioli, brioche bun. Possible Allergies: Dairy, Gluten.

Bacon, Lettuce, Tomatoes and Dijonaise on toasted French bread.

Cheddar cheese, provolone, rustic bread. Possible Allergies: Dairy, Gluten.

Grilled chicken, pepper jack cheese, caramelized onion, spinach, tomato, chipotle mayo, ciabatta bread. Possible Allergies: Dairy (cheese), Tomato, Onion. Chicken is cage-free, veg-fed and halal.

Pulled pork, ham, Swiss cheese, dill pickles, dijonnaise, ciabatta bread.

Brisket ground beef patty, bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side. Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Gluten.

Brisket beef patty, fried, sunny-side up organic egg, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side. No egg substitutions. Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Tomato, Gluten.

Lamb patty (onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, parsley), tomatoes, cucumber, garlic herb yogurt sauce, pita bread served with your choice of side. The patty can not be modified. Possbile Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Garlic, Gluten.

Turkey patty (ground turkey, shallots, mushrooms), lettuce, tomato, onion, chipotle mayo, brioche bun served with your choice of side. Patty cannot be modified. Possible Allergies: Onion, Mushroom, Gluten.

Mixed vegetable patty (green peas, cut corn, diced carrots, onions, green beans, soy flour, wheat flour, rice flour, brown rice, garlic powder), lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side (Vegan). Possible Allergies: Onion, Gluten, Soy

10oz fried catfish fillet served with capers, collard greens, herb grits, and tomato coulis sauce (Gluten-Free Friendly). Allergies: Tomatoes, Onion, Garlic. Coated in cornmeal.

Choice of one or two pieces 6 oz. crusted chicken breast, mashed potatoes, collard greens, herb-mushroom sauce (Gluten-Free Friendly). Chicken is halal, cage-free, antibiotic-free and veggie-fed. Crust is buttermilk and cornmeal. Possible Allergies: Dairy (cream sauce and mashed potatoes), Onions (shallots), Garlic.

Ground chicken chorizo sausage, shrimp, penne pasta, mushrooms, shallots, garlic, cajun cream sauce, parmesan cheese, garlic bread. Can be made without mushrooms or shallots. Chorizo is chicken sausage, not diced chicken and is not halal. Allergies: Seafood, Shellfish, Gluten, Dairy (cream sauce, parmesan cheese), Onions (shallots), Garlic, Mushroom.

5 tail on shrimp, tomatoes, roasted corn, asparagus, shallots, garlic, cajun cream sauce and crab grits. Allergies: Seafood, Shellfish, Dairy, Tomato, Onion (shallots) Garlic.

Black beans, wild rice, guacamole, and pico de gallo. (Vegan, Gluten-Free Friendly) Can be made without guacamole, pico de gallo, beans or wild rice. Allergies: Onion, Garlic, Cilantro, Tomato.

Penne pasta, vegan Italian "sausage," asparagus, mushrooms, carrots, celery, onions, shallots, garlic, thyme, Rosemary, oregano, vegan bolognese sauce, tomato sauce, garlic bread (Vegan). Possible Allergies: Tomato, Mushroom, Garlic, dairy.

4 piece of chicken tenders served with French fries. Choice of ranch or BBQ sauce.

Grilled cheese, with your choice of kid's side and kid's drink. (Vegetarian).

Breaded fried chicken tenders with your choice of kid's side and kid's drink.

Gluten Free Friendly, Vegan

Vegan

Gluten Free Friendly, Vegan

Gluten Free Friendly, Vegan

Gluten Free Friendly

Gluten Free Friendly

(Homemade)

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Served warm with coconut ice cream (Homemade)

2 scoops of vanilla ice cream Possible Allergies: Dairy

2 scoops of coconut ice cream Possible Allergies: Dairy

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17 ounce Busboys and Poets water bottle

Smooth with a bold body & a bright citrus acidity; notes of caramel. Medium dark roast.

Spice-like aromas, pleasant flavors of fig, dates & raisins; medium body with a smooth finish. Dark roast

Low acidity espresso, with hints of nuts and smooth after taste. Sweet finish. Medium dark roast.