• Starters

    • Bavarian Pretzel

      Fried Thyme, IPA Cheese Sauce, Spicy Mustard
      $8.00
    • House-Made Pickled Potato Chips

      Buttermilk Dip
      $4.00
    • Crispy Chicken Wings

      Za'atar Lemon Pepper, Spicy or Mild Buffalo, Szechuan Honey Garlic, "BBQ Chip" Dry Rub
      $11.00
      Crispy Chicken Wings
    • Artichoke "Wings"

      Beer Batter Your Choice of Wing Sauce
      $10.00
      Artichoke "Wings"
    • Manhattan Clam Chowder

      Pancetta, Piquillo Pepper
      $9.00
    • Beet Poke

      Coconut Sushi Rice, Cucumber, Avocado, Cashew Miso, Crispy Stuff, Chip
      $9.00
    • Guacamole

      Sunflower, Marinated Tomato, Cotija, Cilantro, Chips
      $11.00
    • Pepperoni & Cheese Flatbread

      $8.00
    • Grilled Artichoke Dip Flatbread

      $8.00
    • Pickled Deviled Eggs

      Beet & Thai Chile Pickle
      $5.50
    • Coconut Shrimp

      Thai Herbs, Spicy Mint Sauce
      $11.00
      Coconut Shrimp
    • Helmsman Mac

      Three Cheese, BBQ Fried Chicken, Bacon, Jalapeño, Bread Crumbs, Crispy Onions
      $14.00
    • Shishitos & Dates

      Bacon Lardon, Cashew, Paprika
      $8.00
    • Crispy Brussels Sprouts

      Honey Sherry Gastrique, Shaved Romano
      $11.00
      Crispy Brussels Sprouts
    • Hand Cut Fries

      Old Bay Dusting, Remoulade to Dip
      $4.00
    • Petite Cheddar Biscuits

      Black Pepper Honey Butter, Buttermilk Strawberry Compote
      $7.00
    • California Nachos

      Cheddar, Pico Fresco, Avo Mash, Chile Crema, Drunken Beans
      $9.00
  • Between Bread

    • Helmsman Burger

      Chuck Brisket Patty, Bibb Lettuce, Grilled Onion, House Sauce, Tomato, Vegan Brioche, American Cheese, Fries. Choose single $8, double $14, chicken $9, Beyond $11.
      $8.00
    • The Reaper Burger

      Chuck Brisket Patty, Chiles, Blue Cheese & Buffalo Fondue, Onion Ring, Applewood Bacon, Fries
      $14.00
    • Spicy Chicken Sandwich

      Avocado Slaw, Coffee & Arbol, Chimichurri Ranch, Fries
      $14.00
      Spicy Chicken Sandwich
    • Le French Onion Burger

      Chuck Brisket Patty, French Onion Caramelized Onion, Gruyere Brulee, Onion Demi, Served Over Fries. You May Need A Fork
      $10.00
    • Crispy Hot Fish Sandwich

      Local Catch, Chile Dip, Dill Slaw, House Made Pickled Cucumber, Fries
      $13.00
    • Helmsman Patty Melt

      Caramelized Onion, Cheddar & Swiss, Pickles, House Sauce, Fries
      $9.00
      Helmsman Patty Melt
    • Ahi Wrap

      Choice of Seared or Olive Oil Poached Ahi. Grilled Peppers & Zucchini, Kale, Olive, Red Wine & Thyme Vinaigrette
      $15.50
    • Avocado & Arugula Wrap

      Grilled Peppers & Zucchini, Kale, Olive, Red Wine & Thyme Vinaigrette
      $11.50
    • Chicken Wrap

      White BBQ Yogurt, Gem Lettuce, Pumpkin Seeds, Tomato, Corn, Garbanzo
      $13.00
  • Salads

    • Seared Ahi Salad

      Green Papaya, Napa Cabbage, Red Onion, Peanut, Crispy Shallot Toasted Coconut, Cilantro, Thai Basil, Thai Palm Sugar Dressing, Coconut Rice
      $15.00
    • The Balboa Salad

      Grilled & Chilled Chicken, Marinated Tomato, Grilled Corn, Avocado, Cotija Cheese, Dried Cranberries, Crispy Quinoa, Chimichurri Ranch
      $15.00
      The Balboa Salad
  • Tacos

    • Tri Tip Tacos

      Mashed Avocado, Onion, Jalapeño, Tomatillo Vinaigrette
      $13.00
    • SoCal Fish Tacos

      Beer Batter, Lime Slaw, Chile Crema, Lime
      $13.00
    • CBR Crispy Tacos

      Marinated Chicken, Bacon, Chile Ranch, Cotija, Lime
      $12.00
    • Crispy Cauliflower Al Pastor

      Pineapple, Achiote & Guajillo, Avo Mash
      $11.50
  • The Others

    • Chicken & Waffle

      Buttermilk Marinated, Black Pepper Stout Maple Syrup
      $14.00
      Chicken & Waffle
    • Fish & Chips

      Red Ale Batter, House-made Fries, Malt Vinegar, House Tartar Sauce
      $15.00
    • Chicken Schnitzel

      Hearty Greens Salad with a Mustard Vin, Sauce Gribiche, Lots of Lemon, Fries
      $14.00
    • Grains Bowl

      Tomatillo Salsa, Avocado Mash, Arugula, Pickled Red Onions, Farro & Quinoa
      $10.00
  • Breakfast

    • Avocado Toast

      Mashed Avocado, Pepitas, Za'atar, Marinated Tomato, Pickled Red Onion
      $9.00
    • Helmsman Hash

      Crispy Potato, Brussels Sprouts, Short Rib, Fried Egg, Spicy Chimichurri
      $14.00
      Helmsman Hash
    • Take The Helm Burrito

      Crispy Potatoes, Scrambled Eggs, Cheddar, Bacon, Avocado
      $12.00
      Take The Helm Burrito
    • Veggie Burrito

      Spinach, Egg Whites, Soyrizo, Crispy Potato, Avocado, Cheddar Cheese
      $13.00
    • El Fuego Burrito

      Scrambled Eggs, Helmsman Spicy Chorizo, Hot Salsa, Caramelized Onions, Crispy Potato, Roasted Peppers, Avocado
      $13.00
    • Chicken & Waffle

      Buttermilk Marinated, Black Pepper Stout Maple Syrup, Waffle
      $14.00
      Chicken & Waffle
    • Blueberry Banana Bread French Toast

      Cinnamon & Brown Sugar Butter, Blueberry Syrup
      $12.00
    • Chilaquiles

      House Made Guajillo Sauce, Pickled Red Onion, Cotija, Scallion, Avocado Mash, Fried Eggs
      $13.00
      Chilaquiles
    • Cheddar Biscuit Benedict

      Poached Eggs, Spicy Hollandaise, Domestic Prosciutto, Tomato, Breakfast Potatoes
      $13.00
    • Pancakes

      Roasted Banana, Stout Maple Syrup
      $11.00
    • Short Rib Chili Omelet

      Pickled Red Onion, Sour Cream, Breakfast Potatoes, Cheddar Cheese
      $14.00
    • Balboa Omelet

      Spinach, Chorizo, Cheddar Cheese, Avocado, Breakfast Potatoes, Salsa Verde
      $12.00
      Balboa Omelet
    • The Hard Body

      Egg White Scramble, Chicken Sausage, Tomato, Avocado, Potato, Spinach
      $11.00
    • Proper Two Egg

      Roasted Mushroom, Grilled Tomato, Eggs Your Way, Sausage or Bacon, Helmsman Breakfast Potatoes
      $12.00
  • Desserts

    • S'mores Pie

      Graham Crust, Brownie Filling, Caramelized Marshmallow, Vanilla Ice Cream
      $7.00
    • White Chocolate Bread Pudding

      Bourbon Caramel, Salted Whipped Cream
      $8.00
  • Create Your Own Flight

    • Create Your Own Flight

      Choose Any Four Helmsman Beers. Ask For Our Beer List For Flight Pricing
  • Cocktails

    • High Seas Mai Tai

      Light Rum, Bacardi 4yr Aged Rum, Fresh Fruit Juices, Orgeat, Macadamia Nut Liqueur, Blue Curacao, Grenadine
      $12.00
    • Margarita Libertalia

      Tequila, Pineapple, Lime, Fiery Ginger, Tajin
      $12.00
      Margarita Libertalia
    • Anne Bonny

      Tito's Vodka, Passion fruit, Fresh Basil and Lemon
      $12.00
    • Captain's Orders!

      Wray & Nephew Overproof, Grapefruit, Honey, Velvet Falernum, Angostura
      $12.00
    • Thomas Tew

      Old Forester Rye, Plantation OFTD, Demerara, Allspice Dram, Orange Bitters & Zest
      $12.00
    • The Golden Hind

      Ketel One Botanical Cucumber & Mint, Serrano, Cucumber, Lemon, Bubbles
      $12.00
    • Vista Alegre

      Union Uno Mezcal, Allspice Dram, Lemon, Angostura & Orange Bitters
      $12.00
    • Sailin' Light

      Azunia Organic Tequila, Lime, Orange Bitters, Agave
      $12.00
    • The Commodore's Old Fashioned

      Woodinville Bourbon, Demerara, Orange Bitters, Angostura
      $12.00
    • Fountain Of Youth

      Maker's Mark, Peach Puree, Campari, Carpano Antica, Lemon, Cinnamon, Ginger Beer
      $12.00
    • Mule Overboard!

      Pau Maui Vodka, Watermelon, Lime, Ginger Beer
      $12.00
    • Helmsman Special

      House IPA with a shot of Jameson Cask Mates IPA Edition
      $13.00
  • Featured Drink

    • Blanton's

      $14.00
    • Basil Hayden's

      $15.00
    • St. George Baller

      $16.00
    • Whistle Pig

      $16.00
    • High West Yippee Ki-Yay

      $18.00
    • Glenlivet 18 Year

      $25.00
    • Whistle Pig Boss Hog

      $30.00
  • White

    • House

      $8.00
    • Cape Mentelle, Rosé

      $9.00
    • Joel Gott, Sauvignon Blanc

      $9.00
    • Bianchi, Pinot Grigio

      $10.00
    • Simple Life, Chardonnay

      $10.00
    • Sonoma Cutrer, Chardonnay

      $14.00
    • Chalk Hill, Chardonnay Sonoma Coast

      $40.00
    • Rombauer, Chardonnay

      $60.00
  • Red

    • House

      $8.00
    • Simple Life, Cabernet Sauvignon

      $10.00
    • Bonanza By Caymus, Cabernet Sauvignon

      $12.00
    • Buena Vista, Pinot Noir

      $12.00
    • Daou, Cabernet Sauvignon

      $15.00
    • Justin, Cabernet Sauvignon

      $50.00
  • Half Bottles

    • Roth Estate, Cabernet Sauvignon

      $30.00
    • Banshee, Pinot Noir, Sonoma

      $30.00
  • Bubbles

    • Chandon, Sparkling Split

      $12.00
    • California Sparkling

      $8.00
  • Orphan Barrel

    • OB Rhetoric

      $35.00
    • OB Entrapment

      $40.00
    • OB Old Blowhard

      $50.00
  • Pappy Van Winkle

    • Pappy 10 Year

      $45.00
    • Pappy 12 Year

      $55.00
    • Pappy 20 Year

      $100.00
  • Japanese

    • Hakushu 12

      $15.00
    • Yamazaki 12

      $22.00
    • Hibiki 17

      $45.00
    • Yamazaki 18

      $45.00
    • Hakushu 18

      $60.00
  • Rum

    • Malahat Cabernet Barrel Aged

      $15.00
    • Appleton Estate 21 Year Aged

      $30.00

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