Rucker Johns Restaurant Menu

5564 Carolina Beach Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412
  • Sides

    • Side Salad

      $5.49
    • RJ Fries (Side)

      $3.29
    • Marinated Coleslaw (Side)

      $2.19
    • Spicy Black Beans (Side)

      $3.29
    • Honey Butter- Cinnamon Apples (Side)

      $3.29
    • Fresh Veggies (Side)

      $2.19
    • Wild Rice (Side)

      $3.29
    • Sweet Potato Fries (Side)

      $3.29
    • Loaded Cheese Grits (Side)

      $3.29
  • Caitlyn's Corner (Kid's Menu)

    • KID'S CHEESE BURGER

      The simple burger for the youngster who says “Make mine burger and cheese!” Served with a kid-sized side item of your choice
      $6.59
    • KID'S CHICKEN TENDERS

      Stevie’s favorite! Fresh chicken tenders battered and fried for the most discriminating taste. Served with a kid-sized side item of your choice.
      $7.69
    • KID'S LIGHTLY BATTERED SHRIMP

      Just enough for the small appetite. One of Julian’s favorites. Served with a kid-sized side item of your choice.
      $7.69
    • KID'S HOT DOG

      An all beef wiener fixed the way YOU want it. Served with a kid-sized side item of your choice.
      $5.49
    • KID'S BACKBACK RIBS

      Half a rack of our Danish pork baby back ribs with barbeque sauce. Served with one side.
      $9.89
    • KID'S PASTA PLEASER

      Linguini topped with homemade marinara sauce and Parmesan cheese. Served with French bread.
      $6.59
  • First Things First

    • FRIED CALAMARI

      Calamari dusted with flour and deep-fried. This delicacy is served with our homemade marinara sauce.
      $14.29
    • BONELESS BUFFALO BITES

      When it comes to this appetizer there are no bones about it. We take the tenderloin of the chicken, cook it to perfection and then toss it in our famous wing sauce. Served with celery sticks and Bleu Cheese dressing.
      $12.90
    • NACHOS GRANDÉ

      A large plate of crisp tortilla chips smothered in our homemade chili and topped with lots of grated Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. Topped off with tomatoes, scallions and jalapeño peppers for the brave, with sour cream on the side
      $15.39
    • KICKED UP NACHOS

      It’s the best of both worlds! We take our Nachos Grande and pile on our famous Kicked Up Shrimp. This is a staff favorite!
      $19.79
    • BASKET OF CROISSANTS

      Flaky all-butter croissants drizzled with our own Honey Butter. Let these speak for themselves.
      $8.79
    • BOWL OF CHILI

      Homemade and spiced just right. We’ve added Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, onion and jalapeño peppers as a topping to create that real authentic flavor. Can also get it Gluten-Free.
      $8.79
    • CHICKEN TENDERS APP

      The tenderloin of the chicken breast, lightly battered and fried to perfection. Served with our own Honey Mustard dressing and BBQ sauce for dipping. You won’t be able to pass this one up!
      $12.90
    • SENSATIONAL AMERICAN SKINS

      Crispy potato skins filled with Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, topped with bacon and scallions. Sour cream served on the side
      $10.99
    • CRAB & CRACKERS

      Hot crab dip at its best! A tasty blend of fresh crab meat, cheeses and seasonings. Served warm with our special chips
      $16.49
    • RJ’S FRIED MUSHROOMS

      We take only the freshest mushrooms, lightly batter and deep-fry them to a golden brown. Served with our own special Tiger sauce. This appetizer is Polly’s choice!
      $10.99
    • KICKED UP SHRIMP

      We’ve taken an original and tossed it in a creamy chili sauce that is both spicy and sweet. If you are a real shrimp fan, THIS IS THE ONE you will have to add to your RJ favorites list.
      $14.29
  • Salads & Such

    • RJ’S HOUSE SALAD

      crisp, cold salad greens topped with chopped tomatoes, eggs, real bacon and homemade croutons. Served with your choice of homemade dressing. . All salads are complemented with one of our flaky honey butter croissants. Can also get it Gluten-Free.
      $9.89
    • RJ’S SPINACH SALAD

      Our version of a traditional favorite. We start with fresh spinach and add real bacon, eggs, fresh mushrooms and homemade croutons. We serve this with your choice dressing and red delicious apple wedges complement this salad. All salads are complemented with one of our flaky honey butter croissants. Can also get it Gluten-Free.
      $13.19
    • THE CHEF

      Crisp salad greens topped with grated Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, all-natural ham and turkey, tomatoes, real bacon and homemade croutons. Served with your choice of homemade dressing. All salads are complemented with one of our flaky honey butter croissants.
      $15.39
    • SEARED TUNA SALAD

      RJ’s ginger teriyaki seared tuna atop a bed of freshly mixed spring greens topped with chopped apples, dried cranberries, roasted red peppers, chopped red onions, feta cheese and finished with fried wonton strips. Served with your choice of dressing on the side. All salads are complemented with one of our flaky honey butter croissants. Can also get it Gluten-Free w/ no wonton strips & non-seasoned tuna.
      $16.49
    • DEB’S CHICKEN SALAD

      Just like Mom’s! Homemade chunky chicken salad served on a bed of crisp salad greens with chopped tomatoes, eggs and green pepper rings with your choice of dressing on the side. P.S. Don’t even ask for this recipe, she’ll never tell. All salads are complemented with one of our flaky honey butter croissants.
      $15.39
    • CAJUN GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD

      Start with our crisp salad greens and pile on Monterey Jack cheese. Add chopped tomatoes, homemade croutons and of course our delicious strips of RJ’s Cajun grilled chicken breast. Served with your choice of homemade dressing. All salads are complemented with one of our flaky honey butter croissants. Can also get it Gluten-Free.
      $16.49
    • SALMON SALAD

      Grilled salmon with a touch of southwest seasoning served atop a bed of freshly mixed spring greens. Topped with Cheddar cheese, black bean and corn salsa, roasted red peppers and avocado slices. All salads are complemented with one of our flaky honey butter croissants. Can also get it Gluten-Free.
      $17.59
    • GRILLED BBQ CHICKEN SALAD

      Start with our crisp salad greens and grated Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese and real bacon, chopped tomatoes and homemade croutons. Topped with a tender grilled BBQ chicken breast and your choice of dressing. Can also get it Gluten-Free if made w/ regular non-marinated chicken.
      $16.49
    • HOMEMADE SOUP OF THE DAY

      Made in-house daily
      $5.49
    • SOUP AND SALAD

      The RJ’s House Salad or Caesar salad and served with our delicious soup of the day. All salads are complemented with one of our flaky honey butter croissants.
      $13.74
  • Backyard Classics

    • THE RIBEYE

      Top choice aged ribeye cut in-house. The flavor of this steak will always make it a favorite. Can also get it Gluten-Free.
      $36.29
    • THE BLACKJACK SPECIAL

      Take our ribeye, Tennessee’s favorite sour mash whiskey, selected spices and the result will make even Granny grin
      $36.29
    • BUCKY’S FILET

      Hand-cut choice tenderloin char-grilled to your liking and finished with our garlic chef’s butter. Tender just begins to describe this steak.
      $43.99
    • GRILLED PORK CHOPS

      Two center-cut pork chops, cut in-house, ladled with BBQ sauce and char-grilled.
      $17.59
    • BBQ BABY BACK RIBS

      Tender Danish pork ribs. Slow roasted and char-grilled to suit anyone’s taste. Truly heaven on a bone…enjoy! Can also get it Gluten-Free.
      $20.89
  • Desserts

    • Warm Brownie Sundae

      $8.79
    • NY Style Cheesecake

      $9.89
  • Burgers With More

    • BBQ BEACH BURGER

      Served on a toasted bun with shredded Cheddar cheese, BBQ sauce, Applewood bacon and complemented with grilled onions.
      $17.59
    • AMERICAN BURGER

      A traditional favorite served on a toasted bun with Cheddar cheese, pickles, mustard, mayonnaise, lettuce, tomatoes and sliced Bermuda onion.
      $16.49
    • CAROLINA BURGER

      Served on a toasted bun with our homemade Thousand Island dressing, Monterey Jack cheese, Applewood bacon, lettuce, tomato and sliced Bermuda onion. A little dollop of sour cream tops this specialty off.
      $17.59
    • TEXAS BURGER

      No buns about it…this oversized burger is served topped with our homemade chili, grated Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, chopped tomatoes, scallions and finished off with a dollop of sour cream. But remember, no buns!
      $16.49
  • Beverages

    • Bottled Water

      $3.29
    • Drinks (1)

      $3.84
  • Oodles of Noodles

    • FETTUCCINE ALFREDO W/ SHRIMP

      Served with creamy Alfredo sauce and topped with Parmesan cheese and parsley.
      $18.69
    • FETTUCCINE ALFREDO W/ CHICKEN

      Served with creamy Alfredo sauce and topped with Parmesan cheese and parsley.
      $18.69
    • FETTUCCINE ALFREDO

      Served with creamy Alfredo sauce and topped with Parmesan cheese and parsley.
      $15.39
    • TOMATO BASIL W/ SHRIMP

      We start with extra-virgin olive oil and fresh garlic, add diced tomatoes, scallions, fresh basil and toss with angel hair pasta.
      $18.69
    • TOMATO BASIL W/ CHICKEN

      We start with extra-virgin olive oil and fresh garlic, add diced tomatoes, scallions, fresh basil and toss with angel hair pasta.
      $18.69
    • TOMATO BASIL

      We start with extra-virgin olive oil and fresh garlic, add diced tomatoes, scallions, fresh basil and toss with angel hair pasta.
      $16.49
    • Grilled Chicken Penne

      This penne pasta dish features a char-grilled Cajun chicken breast served with our creamy Alfredo sauce, roasted red peppers, fresh mushrooms, and Bermuda onions. Talk about a show stopper!
      $19.79
    • SHRIMP BEURRE BLANC

      Steaming hot linguine topped with our buttery wine sauce and a touch of garlic. Add shrimp, chopped tomatoes and scallions and you’ve got a winner.
      $18.69
  • Surf's Up

    • RJ’S FAMOUS SHRIMP

      Delicately battered and deep-fried to a golden brown. This is not your average fried shrimp platter. They will melt in your mouth.
      $18.69
    • CAROLINA CRAB CAKES

      This is our recipe. Tender and juicy, made with jumbo lump crab meat. Have them sautéed or deep-fried.
      $32.99
    • RJ’S SKEWERED SHRIMP

      Two skewers of large shrimp ladled with BBQ sauce and laced with Applewood bacon. We grill these up just right for everyone’s taste. Dare to try your shrimp fixed differently
      $18.69
    • HICKORY SEARED TUNA

      We take our yellowfin tuna, dust it with a hickory molasses spice blend and serve it with a honey citrus dipping sauce. This RJ’s favorite could not be any better!
      $21.99
    • SHRIMP AND GRITS

      Stone-ground Cheddar cheese grits topped with shrimp and sautéed in a parmesan garlic sauce. Finished off with tomatoes, mushrooms, Applewood bacon and scallions.
      $19.79
    • CATCH OF THE DAY

      We always aim to serve the freshest fish available.
      $32.99
  • Hen Pen

    • SANTA FE CHICKEN

      A marinated chicken breast grilled and topped with our spicy black beans, Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, chopped tomatoes, scallions and finished with fresh cilantro and a drizzle of our famous tangy ranch sauce.
      $17.59
    • CHICKEN TENDER PLATTER

      A large portion of those wonderful, juicy chicken tenders. These will take care of any appetite.
      $18.69
    • ISLAND CHICKEN

      A real taste of the islands. A marinated chicken breast char-grilled and topped with pineapple salsa. This is a chicken dish fit for beach combers & waist watchers.
      $17.59
    • CRYSTAL COAST CHICKEN

      A marinated breast of chicken basted in BBQ sauce and grilled Carolina style. Topped with all-natural ham and melted Monterey Jack cheese.
      $18.69
    • TEXAS CHICKEN

      The cousin to our famous Texas Burger. A boneless, skinless breast of chicken smothered with our homemade chili, grated Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, chopped tomatoes, scallions and finished off with a dollop of sour cream.
      $17.59
  • Flatbreads, Sandwiches & Wraps

    • LITTLE ITALIAN FLATBREAD

      Marinara, Mozzarella cheese, spicy Italian sausage and roasted red peppers, topped with fresh oregano.
      $13.19
    • CHICKEN FLORENTINE FLATBREAD

      Alfredo sauce, fresh spinach, Mozzarella cheese, Feta cheese, grilled chicken breast, bacon and Roma tomatoes.
      $15.39
    • SHRIMP AND PINEAPPLE FLATBREAD

      Olive oil, Mozzarella cheese, sauteed shrimp, fresh pineapple, cilantro, and topped with our spicy Thai chili sauce.
      $15.39
    • CAJUN SHRIMP WRAP

      A wrap shrimp lovers will “dive” for! We start with a flour tortilla and load it with spicy sautéed shrimp, Applewood bacon, shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes and red onions. Then finish with Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese and Ranch dressing. That’s a wrap!
      $15.39
    • SHRIMP BLT

      Why not take an old classic one step further? Start with Applewood bacon, lettuce and tomato; pile on sautéed shrimp, melted Monterey Jack cheese and mayo. Served on toasted sourdough bread.
      $16.49
    • THE ULTIMATE CLUB SANDWICH

      Its name says it all! All-natural turkey, ham, Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese, tomato, lettuce and Applewood bacon piled high on toasted whole-grain bread with our own Honey Mustard dressing.
      $15.39
    • Grilled Tuna Sandwich

      It’s a sandwich you will soon be coming back for. We will stack it on delicious toasted sourdough bread, layered with green leaf lettuce, sliced tomatoes, red onions, caper mayonnaise and splashes of RJ’s Vinaigrette dressing.
      $15.39
    • CALIFORNIA CHICKEN WRAP

      We take our flour tortilla and pile it high with slices of grilled marinated chicken, mixed spring greens and diced tomatoes. Then we add guacamole, RJ’s own raspberry vinaigrette and finish it off with our special Tiger sauce.
      $15.39
    • RJ’S RIBEYE SANDWICH

      Certified Angus Beef Ribeye grilled and topped with melted Montery jack cheese, sautéed onions and mushrooms on a toasted hoagie roll.
      $17.59
    • Grilled Mahi Sandwich

      It’s a sandwich you will soon be coming back for. We will stack it on delicious toasted sourdough bread, layered with green leaf lettuce, sliced tomatoes, red onions, caper mayonnaise and splashes of RJ’s Vinaigrette dressing.
      $15.39
    • Grilled Salmon Sandwich

      It’s a sandwich you will soon be coming back for. We will stack it on delicious toasted sourdough bread, layered with green leaf lettuce, sliced tomatoes, red onions, caper mayonnaise and splashes of RJ’s Vinaigrette dressing.
      $15.39

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