The Cardinal Restaurant Menu

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3315 Masonboro Loop Rd, Wilmington, NC 28409

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Customer Favorites Small Bites / Starters Salads Signature Plates Hand - Tossed Pizza Extras / Sides Dessert Coffee

Customer Favorites
Our most frequently ordered and highly rated selections.
- 14" Pizza
  House made dough, seasoned marinara, cheese blend.
  $16.00
- The Cardinal Burger
  6 oz, cheddar blend, L,T,O, brioche bun, FF (also available as a chicken sandwich).
  $19.00
- Brussels Sprouts
  Fried brussels, bacon, grated parmesan, apple butter.
  $14.00
- Mini-Meatballs
  Secret recipe meatballs, marinara, mozzarella basil.
  $14.00
- Fresh Baked Bread
  House made sourdough with herb butter.
  $5.00
- Filet Mignon
  6 oz tenderloin, potato wedges, asparagus, bordelaise sauce.
  $39.00
- Brussels Sprouts
  $7.00
- Caesar
  Romaine, parmesan, garlic croutons, house dressing.
  $7.00
- Linguini with Garlic Butter Sauce
  Butter, lemon, garlic, tomatoes, parmesan.
  $18.00
- Parmesan Risotto
  Creamy arborio rice typically blended with grated parmesan cheese.
  $7.00
Small Bites / Starters
- Fresh Baked Bread
  House made sourdough with herb butter.
  $5.00
- Stuffed Dates
  Medjool dates, goat cheese, bacon, balsamic glaze.
  $12.00
- Brussels Sprouts
  Fried brussels, bacon, grated parmesan, apple butter.
  $14.00
- Mini-Meatballs
  Secret recipe meatballs, marinara, mozzarella basil.
  $14.00
- Antipasto Skewers
  Salami / Pepperoni / Fresh Mozzarella / Tomato / Artichoke / Olive / Baguette / Oil & Vinegar
  $14.00
- Fried Oysters
  House breaded, lemon aioli.
  $15.00
- Smoked Salmon Plate
  Cold Smoked Salmon / Red Onion / Capers / Dill Cream
  $14.00
Salads
House dressings: pear vinaigrette, honey balsamic, caesar, ranch, bleu cheese.
- Garden
  Mixed greens, tomato, cucumber, red onion, cheese blend.
  $7.00
- Caesar
  Romaine, parmesan, garlic croutons, house dressing.
  $7.00
- Roasted Beet
  Mixed Greens / Roasted Beets / Goat Cheese / Mandarin Orange / Pickled Red Onion / Candied Nuts / Citrus Vinaigrette
  $15.00
- The Chopped Wedge
  Crisp iceberg wedge, tomato, bacon, bc crumbles, house bc dressing.
  $14.00
Signature Plates
- Linguini with Garlic Butter Sauce
  Butter, lemon, garlic, tomatoes, parmesan.
  $18.00
- Cast Iron Ribeye
  12 oz ribeye, potato wedges, vegetable du jour.
  $42.00
- Short Rib
  Slow braised short rib, parmesan risotto, sautéed spinach.
  $32.00
- Filet Mignon
  6 oz tenderloin, potato wedges, asparagus, bordelaise sauce.
  $39.00
- Steak Frites
  6 oz sirloin, house FF, dressed greens, bordelaise.
  $30.00
- Penne Alberti
  Penne Rigate / Tomatoes / Red Onion / Fresh Spinach / Tomato-Cream Sauce
  $18.00
- The Cardinal Burger
  6 oz, cheddar blend, L,T,O, brioche bun, FF (also available as a chicken sandwich).
  $19.00
Hand - Tossed Pizza
- 14" Pizza
  House made dough, seasoned marinara, cheese blend.
  $16.00
- Margherita
  Garlic Oil Base / Cheese Blend / Tomato / Basil
  $17.00
- Green Machine
  Pesto Base / Mozzarella Blend / Tomato / Mushroom / Spinach / Artichoke
  $22.00
- Antipasto
  Marinara / Pepperoni / Salami / Fresh Mozz / Grape Tomato / Artichoke / Olive
  $24.00
- The Cardinal Supreme
  Pepperoni / Sausage / Green Pepper / Onion / Black Olives
  $22.00
Extras / Sides
- Vegetable Du Jour
  A selection of vegetables, which typically changes daily, often prepared by steaming or sautéing.
  $5.00
- Mac N Cheese
  Creamy, classic macaroni in a rich, velvety cheese sauce.
  $7.00
- Brussels Sprouts
  $7.00
- Parmesan Risotto
  Creamy arborio rice typically blended with grated parmesan cheese.
  $7.00
- Sautéed Spinach
  Sautéed green goodness, perfect for health-conscious diners seeking a flavorful leafy greens option.
  $5.00
- House Fries
  Freshly cut and fried, lightly seasoned with our special house blend.
  $6.00
Dessert Coffee
- Flourless Chocolate Torte
  A dense and rich torte made from chocolate, typically served with a complementary sauce or garnish to enhance its deep flavors.
  $12.00