The Reader's Café Menu

3022 New Castle Ave, New Castle, DE 19720
  • Common

    • Troy Bowl

      Jerk Chicken & Sweet Chili Shrimp on a bed of yellow rice
      $15.50
  • Weekly Specials

    • Chicken & Dumplings

      Chicken and dumplings with a side of green beans
      $12.50
  • Seafood

    • Whiting Sandwich

      Two pieces of pan-seared or fried whiting on choice of bread
      $9.00
    • Shrimp Po Boy

      Pan-seared or fried shrimp on a toasted, buttered roll with lettuce, tomato, and our own Old Bay mayo
      $11.00
    • Whiting Platter

      Three pieces of pan-seared or fried whiting, Old Bay fries, and slaw
      $12.00
    • Whiting & Shrimp Combo Platter

      Two pieces of whiting and three shrimp cooked to order and Old Bay fries and slaw.
      $12.00
    • Salmon Platter

      Salmon cooked to order. Served with fries and slaw
      $14.00
    • Catfish Sandwich

      Two pieces of pan-seared or fried catfish on choice of bread
      $10.00
    • Catfish Po Boy

      Pan-seared or fried catfish on a toasted, buttered roll with lettuce, tomato, and our own Old Bay mayo
      $11.00
    • Fried Shrimp Platter

      Six lightly breaded or sautéed shrimp made to order and Old Bay fries
      $11.00
    • Catfish Platter

      Three pieces of fried catfish, Old Bay fries, and slaw
      $13.00
  • Salads

    • Buffalo Chicken Salad

      Romaine and iceberg lettuce blend tossed with buffalo-style chicken strips, diced tomatoes, & bleu cheese
      $10.00
    • Chicken Caesar Salad

      Chicken, chopped Romaine hearts, boiled egg, croutons and shredded Parmesan cheese
      $10.00
    • Bourbon Brown Sugar Salmon Salad

      Indulge in our Bourbon Brown Sugar Salad, a medley of spring mix, diced tomatoes, chopped boiled egg, cucumbers, and carrots, adorned with homemade croutons and crowned with succulent bourbon brown sugar salmon.
      $12.00
    • Reader's Salad

      Spring mix, dried cranberries, blue cheese, apples, & candied walnuts
      $10.00
    • Jerk Chicken Salad

      Indulge in our tantalizing Jerk Chicken Salad, where tender jerk-seasoned chicken meets a medley of spring mix, diced tomatoes, chopped boiled egg, cucumbers, carrots, and homemade croutons for a flavorful and refreshing culinary experience.
      $10.00
    • Cobb Salad

      Freshly chopped romaine and spring mix, topped with grape tomatoes, shredded Cheddar & Monterey Jack cheese, bacon, hard boiled egg and crispy red peppers.
      $10.00
    • Side Salad

      Mixed greens with choice of balsamic, blue cheese, Caesar, creamy Italian, fat-free French, or Thousand Island dressing.
      $4.00
    • Troy Salad

      Romaine lettuce, jerk chicken, and sauteed shrimp with an Asian glaze dressing.
      $15.50
  • Sandwiches

    • Route 9 Cheesesteak

      Beef or chicken cheesesteak with onions, green peppers, mushrooms, & provolone cheese on an 8" hoagie roll. Served with homemade chips & a pickle
      $10.00
    • Turkey Club Sandwich

      Sliced roasted turkey, bacon (pork or turkey), lettuce, tomato, & Cheddar cheese. Served with homemade chips & a pickle on your choice of bread
      $10.00
    • Tuna Salad Sandwich

      Tuna, diced pickles, and red onions mixed in a garlic-infused mayo topped with leaf lettuce, sliced tomato and red onion on your choice of bread with homemade chips and sliced pickles
      $10.00
    • Chicken Salad Sandwich

      Grilled chicken, cherry-infused craisins, celery, candied walnuts in a mayo base with chips.
      $10.00
    • Mushroom & Mozzarella Hoagie Sandwich

      Sautéed mushrooms, red onion, bell peppers, & mozzarella cheese on an 8" hoagie roll with Dijon mustard. Served with homemade chips & a pickle
      $10.00
  • Paninis

    • Chicken Mozzarella Panini

      Marinara, mozzarella cheese, & grilled chicken
      $10.00
    • Buffalo Chicken Panini

      Sourdough bread, buffalo sauce, sliced chicken with blue cheese
      $10.00
    • Smoked Caprese Panini

      Sourdough bread, mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, and fresh basil with balsamic sauce
      $10.00
    • Pesto Turkey Panini

      Sourdough bread, pesto sauce, sliced turkey, and mozzarella cheese
      $10.00
    • Turkey Cheddar Panini

      Sourdough bread, sliced turkey, Cheddar cheese, and bacon (pork or turkey)
      $10.00
    • Veggie Panini

      Sourdough bread, red bell peppers, zucchini, and yellow squash with pesto sauce
      $10.00
  • Wraps

    • Pesto Turkey Wrap

      Pesto sauce, sliced turkey, and mozzarella cheese
      $10.00
    • Buffalo Chicken Wrap

      Romaine and iceberg lettuce blend tossed with buffalo-style chicken strips, diced tomatoes, & bleu cheese
      $10.00
    • Veggie Wrap

      Red bell peppers, zucchini, and yellow squash with pesto sauce
      $10.00
    • Smoked Caprese Wrap

      Mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, and fresh basil with balsamic sauce
      $10.00
    • Chicken Mozzarella Wrap

      Marinara, mozzarella cheese, & grilled chicken
      $10.00
    • Chicken Caesar Wrap

      Chicken, chopped Romaine hearts, boiled egg, croutons and shredded Parmesan cheese
      $10.00
    • Salmon Wrap

      Your choice of jerk or bourbon sugar salmon, lettuce, tomato, & Old Bay mayo wrapped in a tortilla with homemade chips & slaw.
      $10.00
    • Reader's Salad Wrap

      Spring mix, dried cranberries, blue cheese, apples, & candied walnuts\t
      $10.00
    • Jerk Chicken Wrap

      Spring mix, diced tomatoes, chopped boiled egg, cucumbers, carrots, and our own jerk chicken
      $10.00
    • Turkey Club Wrap

      Sliced roasted turkey, Cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, and bacon (pork or turkey)
      $10.00
    • Cobb Wrap

      Freshly chopped romaine and spring mix, topped with fire roasted corn, grape tomatoes, shredded Cheddar & Monterey Jack cheese, bacon, hard boiled egg and crispy red peppers
      $10.00
    • Jerk Salmon Wrap & Side Salad

      Jerk salmon encased in a soft wrap, served with a side salad. Choice of six dressings including balsamic and blue cheese.
      $13.00
    • Route 9 Cheesesteak Wrap

      Beef or chicken cheesesteak with onions, green peppers, mushrooms, & provolone cheese
      $10.00
    • Jerk Salmon Wrap

      Jerk salmon encased in a soft wrap, served with standard fries. Option to upgrade to cheese fries, chips, steak fries, or sweet potato waffle fries.
      $12.00
  • Daily Favorites

    • Chicken Strips

      Enjoy five lightly breaded chicken tenders served with our Homemade Chips and Honey Mustard Dressing.
      $8.00
    • Grilled Cheese

      Your choice of bread with freshly sliced provolone & cheddar cheeses
      $6.00
    • Caribbean Patty

      Delight in the Caribbean flavors with our savory patties, available in your choice of shrimp, succulent beef, tender chicken, or flavorful vegetable fillings, encased in golden, flaky pastry.
      $3.00
    • Chicken Wings (4)

      Four whole chicken wings with your choice of sauce with a side of fries
      $10.00
    • Rasta Pasta

      Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Rasta Pasta, where colorful bell peppers, tender chicken, and al dente pasta are tossed in a creamy, herb-infused sauce for a Caribbean-inspired culinary journey.
      $14.00
  • Sides

    • Homemade Potato Chips

      $3.00
    • Soup Of The Day

      Call (302) 395-8407 for soup of the day
      $4.00
    • Cole Slaw

      Crisp shredded cabbage and carrots mixed with a creamy dressing.
      $1.00
    • Sweet Potato Waffle Fries

      $4.00
    • Steak Fries

      Crispy fries topped with succulent steak pieces, cheese, and signature sauce.
      $3.00
  • Kids Menu

    • Kids Grilled Cheese

      Served with fries and a small juice or water
      $8.00
    • Kids Chicken Strips

      3 chicken strips, French fries, and a juice or small water
      $8.00
  • Sweets & Snacks

    • Cookies

      Enjoy one of our fresh-baked cookies with your order today!
      $2.00
    • Muffin

      Freshly baked, delightful pastry bursting with flavor and made with love.
      $3.00
  • Drinks

    • Coffee

      Enjoy a cup Coffee today, regular or decaf available!
      $2.00
    • Teas

      Enjoy one of our hot teas today!
      $2.00
    • Bottled Water

      Spring water in three sizes: 8 oz, 16.9 oz, and 33 oz.
    • Canned Drinks

      Assorted canned sodas including brisk tea, cola varieties, Dr. Pepper, and flavored sodas like grape and orange.
      $1.50
    • Bottled Drinks

      Selection of bottled drinks including Snapple Kiwi Strawberry, Peach Tea, and Tropicana in Apple, Cranberry, or Grapefruit flavors.
      $2.50
  • Espresso Drinks

    • Latte

      $4.00
    • Cappuccino

      $4.00

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