The Root Cellar Menu

4.3
(1,150+ Reviews)
  • Customer Favorites

    Our most frequently ordered and highly rated selections.
    • Buttermilk Fried Chicken

      Marinated double lobe chicken breast, fried golden brown, yellow grits with white gravy. Served with two side choices.
      $19.00
    • Grilled Chopped Steak

      12 ounce. Our proprietary blend, sautéed marinated mushrooms and caramelized onions. Served with two sides.
      $18.00
    • Grilled Ribeye Steak Sandwich

      Aged ribeye, flame grilled to order, sautéed mushrooms and onions, Swiss cheese, buttered French roll. Served with your choice of side.
      $15.00
    • Veggie Plate

      Choice of four sides.
      $14.00
    • Hot Honey Fried Chicken Sandwich

      Crispy fried chicken breast, hot and honey drizzle, dill pickles, creamy mayo, lettuce, tomato, onion, buttered brioche bun. Served with your choice of side.
      $12.00
    • Any 2 Sides as Meal

      Choose any 2 sides: baked or sweet potatoes, casserole, fries, onion rings, greens, salads, limas, mashed potatoes/gravy, brussel sprouts, mac-n-cheese, beans, okra, peas, corn. Fried chicken included.
      $7.00
    • Deviled Eggs

      Topped with bacon, green onions, paprika.
      $8.00
    • Southern Egg Rolls

      House made pimento cheese and pulled pork rolled in a spring roll, lightly fried, with Root Cellar BBQ sauce.
      $12.00
    • The Classic Burger

      10 ounce ground chuck, mayo, lettuce, tomato and onion, buttered brioche bun. Served with your choice of side.
      $13.00
    • Iced Tea

      Chilled, Refreshing Brewed Tea, Perfectly Balanced for a Hot Day
      $3.00
  • Sandwiches & Wraps

    • Blackened Catfish BLT

      Lightly blackened catfish, crispy bacon, green leaf lettuce, ripe tomatoes, and Root Cellar tartar sauce. Served with your choice of side.
      $12.00
    • Kale Chicken Wrap

      Kale salad, goat cheese, grilled chicken, whole wheat wrap. Served with your choice of side.
      $12.00
    • Grilled Chicken, Swiss & Avocado Sandwich

      Brioche bun, lettuce, tomato, onion, pesto ranch. Served with your choice of side.
      $12.00
    • Hot Honey Fried Chicken Sandwich

      Crispy fried chicken breast, hot and honey drizzle, dill pickles, creamy mayo, lettuce, tomato, onion, buttered brioche bun. Served with your choice of side.
      $12.00
    • Grilled Ribeye Steak Sandwich

      Aged ribeye, flame grilled to order, sautéed mushrooms and onions, Swiss cheese, buttered French roll. Served with your choice of side.
      $15.00
    • Bowl of Soup

      Served with fresh cornbread.
      $6.00
    • Soup & Sandwich

      Soup of the day paired with your choice of a grilled pimento cheese or a hot ham and cheese sandwich.
      $12.00
  • Burgers

    • The Classic Burger

      10 ounce ground chuck, mayo, lettuce, tomato and onion, buttered brioche bun. Served with your choice of side.
      $13.00
    • The Tavern Burger

      10 ounce ground chuck, Dijonnaise and caramelized onions, melted swiss, buttered brioche bun. Served with your choice of side.
      $15.00
    • Pimento Burger

      10 ounce ground chuck, house made pimento cheese, lettuce, tomato and onions, buttered brioche. Served with your choice of side.
      $14.00
    • The Root Cellar Burger

      10 ounce ground chuck goat cheese, fried green tomato, buttered brioche bun. Served with your choice of side.
      $16.00
    • Black Bean Burger

      Avocado, lettuce, tomato, onion, roasted red pepper relish, buttered brioche bun. Served with your choice of side.
      $12.00
  • Starters

    • Fried Chicken Livers

      Marinated, lightly breaded, fried golden, comeback sauce.
      $12.00
    • Southern Egg Rolls

      House made pimento cheese and pulled pork rolled in a spring roll, lightly fried, with Root Cellar BBQ sauce.
      $12.00
    • Basket of Fried Okra

      Cornmeal breaded, with house made ranch dressing.
      $9.00
    • Fried Green Tomatoes

      Roasted red pepper relish, chipotle ranch.
      $11.00
    • Fried Oysters

      Apalachicola cornmeal dusted, remoulade.
      $12.00
    • Deviled Eggs

      Topped with bacon, green onions, paprika.
      $8.00
    • Ahi Tuna

      Seared ahi tuna, Asian dipping sauce, scallions.
      $12.00
  • Salad

    • Buffalo Chicken Salad

      Spicy buffalo chicken tenders, crisp young greens, ripe grape tomatoes, cucumbers, sliced red onions, Root Cellar croutons.
      $16.00
    • Caesar Salad

      A timeless class. House made Caesar dressing shaved Parmesan, Root Cellar croutons.
      $11.00
    • Kale Salad

      Tender kale, craisins, goat cheese, toasted almonds, lemon vinaigrette.
      $12.00
    • Spinach Salad

      Tender baby spinach, goat cheese, warm strawberry bacon vinaigrette.
      $11.00
    • House Salad

      Mixed greens, ripe grape tomato, cucumber, shaved radishes, cheese.
      $10.00
    • Root Cellar Cobb Salad

      Golden fried chicken tender, avocado, tomato pulled pork, hard-boiled egg, mixed greens.
      $16.00
    • Ahi Tuna Salad

      Mixed greens, wasabi peas, crispy Asian noodles, fresh mango, Asian sesame dressing.
      $17.00
  • Entrées

    • Buttermilk Fried Chicken

      Marinated double lobe chicken breast, fried golden brown, yellow grits with white gravy. Served with two side choices.
      $19.00
    • Grilled Chopped Steak

      12 ounce. Our proprietary blend, sautéed marinated mushrooms and caramelized onions. Served with two sides.
      $18.00
    • Single or Double Cut Pork Chop

      Grilled, Carolina heritage farms, bone-in rip chop. Served with choice of two sides.
      $22.00
    • Shrimp & Grits

      Creamy yellow grits, jumbo wild caught shrimp, tasso cream sauce. Served with choice of two sides.
      $18.00
    • Grilled or Blackened Salmon

      Eight ounce Scottish salmon. Served with choice of two sides.
      $22.00
    • Filet Mignon

      Eight ounce stockyard angus filet grilled to your liking. Served with choice of two sides.
      $30.00
    • Sterling Silver Ribeye

      14 ounce perfectly aged, hand cut in-house. Served with choice of two sides.
      $30.00
    • Fried Oyster Entrée

      Apalachicola cornmeal dusted. Served with choice of two sides.
      $21.00
    • Veggie Plate

      Choice of four sides.
      $14.00
    • Fish N Chips

      Beer battered cod fillets served with French fries, house made tartar sauce.
      $18.00
  • Kids Menu

    All kids meals for 12 and under.
    • Cheeseburger Sliders

      Mini burgers topped with cheese on a soft bun, typically includes ketchup and pickles.
      $7.00
    • Hand Breaded Chicken Tenders

      Crispy hand-breaded chicken tenders served with a side of creamy dipping sauce.
      $7.00
    • Buttered Noodles

      Tender penne pasta topped with savory beef chunks, melted cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and garnished with chopped green onions.
      $7.00
    • Grilled Cheese Sandwich

      Golden, melted cheese nestled between buttery, toasted slices of bread.
      $7.00
    • Any 2 Sides as Meal

      Choose any 2 sides: baked or sweet potatoes, casserole, fries, onion rings, greens, salads, limas, mashed potatoes/gravy, brussel sprouts, mac-n-cheese, beans, okra, peas, corn. Fried chicken included.
      $7.00
  • Side Dishes

    • Coleslaw

      Crisp shredded cabbage in a creamy, tangy dressing.
      $4.00
    • Loaded Baked Potato

      Crispy potato wedges topped with melted cheese, bacon bits, green onions, and dollops of sour cream.
      $5.00
    • Rice and Gravy

      Softly cooked rice served with a thick, savory gravy made from meat juices.
      $4.00
    • Sweet Potato Casserole

      Oven-baked sweet potatoes mixed with cinnamon and brown sugar, typically includes a crunchy pecan and marshmallow topping.
      $4.00
    • French Fries

      Crispy golden strips of deliciousness served hot and seasoned to perfection.
      $4.00
    • Onion Rings

      Crispy golden-fried onion rings, perfectly seasoned for a savory crunch.
      $4.00
    • Collards

      Slow-cooked collard greens, often prepared with smoked turkey, bacon, or ham hocks, and seasoned with a blend of spices.
      $4.00
    • Side Salad

      Fresh Green Salad: A Crisp, Refreshing Side Dish
      $4.00
    • Yellow Grits

      Yellow grits are coarsely ground corn, simmered until tender, typically seasoned to enhance their natural, slightly sweet flavor.
      $4.00
    • Baby Limas

      Tender baby lima beans gently simmered and typically includes a blend of herbs and spices for subtle flavoring.
      $4.00
    • Mashed Potatoes with Gravy

      Creamy mashed potatoes typically include milk and butter, topped with a savory gravy.
      $4.00
    • Sautéed Brussel Sprouts

      Tender Brussels sprouts sautéed to perfection, offering a delightful balance of crispiness and subtle sweetness.
      $4.00
    • Macaroni & Cheese

      Tender elbow macaroni baked with creamy cheese sauce and a golden, crispy breadcrumb topping.
      $4.00
    • Green Beans

      Fresh green beans sautéed with a hint of garlic and seasoned lightly to enhance their natural flavor.
      $4.00
    • Fried Okra

      Crispy golden Okra bites, perfectly seasoned and fried to perfection.
      $4.00
    • Red Peas

      Red peas are typically prepared with a blend of spices and herbs, often simmered to enhance their natural flavors.
      $4.00
    • Creamed Corn

      Corn gently cooked in a creamy sauce, often accompanied by hints of butter for richness.
      $4.00
  • Dessert

    • Carrot Cake

      Six layers, toasted walnuts, cream cheese buttercream frosting, orange zest sprinkled between layers, toasted walnuts and candied carrot peel topping.
      $8.00
    • Chocolate Cake

      Two layers of dark chocolate cake, creamy chocolate mousse, topped with whipped cream and chocolate curls.
      $8.00
    • Banana Pudding Pound Cake

      Mom's creamy nanner pudding from scratch, southern yellow pound cake crumbles.
      $8.00
    • Cheesecake Special

      Southern classic meets ny sophistication.
      $8.00
  • Beverages

    • Lemonade

      Refreshing citrus beverage.
      $3.00
    • Iced Tea

      Chilled, Refreshing Brewed Tea, Perfectly Balanced for a Hot Day
      $3.00
    • Coffee

      Freshly brewed, aromatic blend to kick-start your day.
      $2.00
  • Monday - Friday Lunch Specials

    Includes 3 sides
    • Friday Fried Flounder

      Fried flounder served with a choice of sides, including baked options, salads, vegetables, and classics like macaroni & cheese or mashed potatoes.
      $14.00
    • Monday Fried Porkchops

      Fried pork chops with choice of side: potatoes, veggies, or salads. Multiple options like mac & cheese, collards, or creamed corn available.
      $14.00
    • Monday Grilled Porkchops

      Grilled pork chop with a choice of sides including baked potato, sweet potato casserole, fries, and more. Choose from 14 delicious side options.
      $14.00
    • Thursday Smothered Country Fried Steak

      Thick chicken fried steak topped with savory sauce. Side options include potatoes, casseroles, fries, vegetables, salads, or beans.
      $14.00
    • Tuesday Fried Shrimp

      Fried shrimp with options including potatoes in various forms, vegetables like collards and brussel sprouts, or classics like macaroni & cheese and creamed corn. Choose one side.
      $14.00
    • Wednesday Meatloaf

      $14.00

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