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APPETIZERS
Oysters on the 1/2 shell
Fresh shucked local oysters, served steamed or raw, (6) half dozen $8.95 or (13) a baker's dozen $16.95
Shellfish Marinere'
A full pound of mussels or littleneck clams, pan steamed in white wine and garlic butter sauce $8.95
Spinach and Artichoke Dip
A blend of cream, spinach, artichoke hearts and cheese, baked and served with tortilla chips 7.95
Federal House Wings
One full pound of our Old Bay or Buffalo wings served with bleu cheese dressing $9.95
Nacho Grande
Tortilla chips piled high with taco meat, melted cheese, jalapeños, chopped tomatoes, onions, salsa and sour cream $7.75
Chicken Tenders
Served with our homemade honey mustard dipping sauce $7.75
Federal House Crab Dip
Our own signature crab dip, a blend of crabmeat and cheeses, served piping hot with your choice of a Cheddar topped soft pretzel or mini loaf of Italian bread $9.95
Crab Tart
Flatbread topped with lump crab meat,
sun-dried tomato pesto, mozzarella cheese and
fresh basil $11.95
Oysters Rockafeller
A half dozen of fresh local oysters, topped with a mixture of spinach, fresh herbs, scallions, toasted bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese and Pernod then baked until golden brown $10.95
Seared Tuna
Blackened tuna, pan seared and thinly sliced, served chilled, accompanied by seaweed salad, wasabi, pickled ginger and Ponzu sauce $8.95
Coconut Shrimp
Jumbo shrimp hand dipped in our sweet coconut batter, dredged in more fresh coconut, flash fried and served with a sweet and spicy Thai-chili sauce, a house favorite $7.95
Scallops Wrapped in Bacon
Large sea scallops wrapped in hickory smoked bacon, broiled and finished with our signature BBQ sauce. $8.95
Crab Stuffed Portabella Mushroom
Portabella mushroom cap stuffed with our lump crab imperial and baked to perfection $9.95
Teriyaki Skewers
Skewers of chicken breast grilled and teriyaki glazed served with Thai peanut dipping sauce $8.95
Grilled Corn Cakes
Grilled corn cakes accompanied by black bean
corn salsa, guacamole and a dollop of sour
cream. Ole! $7.95
Chicken Quesadilla
A large tortilla stuffed with chicken, peppers,
onions, cheddar and jack cheeses. Served with
salsa and sour cream. $8.95
FRESH SALADS
Dressings: Ranch, Fat Free Balsamic, Honey Mustard, Bleu Cheese, Caesar, Fat Free Italian and Feta Vinaigrette

Choose from one of our incredible main course salads and add your choice of one of the toppings below: Grilled Chicken $4.95, Petite Salmon Filet $5.75, Broiled Crab Cake $9.95, Grilled Shrimp $4.95

Field of Greens Salad
A traditional mix of Mesculan greens, fresh vegetables and croutons served with your choice of dressing $6.95
Traditional Caesar Salad
Crisp romaine lettuce tossed with our traditional Caesar dressing, finished with shaved Parmesan cheese and croutons. $7.95
Federal House Salad
A traditional mix of Mesculan greens with red onion, mandarin oranges, sliced almonds, queso fresco and dried cranberries. Served with your choice of dressing $10.95
Waldorf Salad
A traditional mix of Mesculan greens with candied walnuts, Roma tomatoes, crumbled bleu cheese, Granny Smith apple slices, grapes and croutons. Served with your choice of dressing $10.95
Black & Bleu Salad
Grilled tenderloin tops a generous bed of Romaine lettuce, with sauteed red onion, tomatoes and crumbled bleu cheese. Served with your choice of dressing $12.95
Iceberg Wedge
Crisp wedge of Iceberg lettuce, topped with
fresh tomato, thinly sliced red onion, chopped
bacon, crumbled bleu cheese, and our creamy
Bleu cheese dressing $9.95
SIGNATURE SOUPS
Crock of Onion Soup Gratin
$4.75
Cream of Crab Soup
$6.25 cup $7.95 Bowl
SHORT PLATE PLATTERS
All platters are served with vegetable and herbed rice. Add a small house or Caesar salad for $2.50
Grilled Chicken
Tender chicken breast seasoned and grilled $13.95
Garlic Shrimp Skewer
Grilled shrimp brushed with garlic and herbs $14.95
Petite Basil Salmon
Salmon filet encrusted with basil pesto and toasted pine nuts $14.95
Single Crab Cake
Traditional Maryland style crab cake, broiled or fried $16.95
Tenderloin Bordelaise
Beef tenderloin tips topped with a classic bordelaise sauce $16.95
SANDWICH BOARD
All served with french fries. Add a small house or Caesar salad for additional $2.95
Certified Angus Beef Burger
With your choice of American, Swiss or Cheddar. $8.50 Additional toppings available for 75 cents each: guacamole, blue cheese, queso fresco, Monterey or pepper jack, bacon, sauteed mushrooms or onions.
Chesapeake Chicken Sandwich
Grilled breast of chicken topped with melted cheddar, served with a side of our signature crab dip $10.95
Crab Cake Sandwich
Jumbo lump crabcake broiled and served on a Kaiser roll with cole slaw $15.95
Tuscan Chicken Sandwich
Breast of chicken topped with roasted red pepper tapenade, sauteed bell peppers and melted provolone cheese served on toasted Ciabatta bread $10.95
Grilled Bistro Portabella Mushroom
Marinated mushroom, spring mix, sauteed peppers, grilled onions, and fresh mozzarella served on toasted ciabatta bread $10.95
Arizona Steak Sandwich
Slowly smoked beef brisket topped with jack cheese, bacon, chipotle barbeque sauce, and red onion served on a toasted hoagie roll $9.95
Chicken Fritter Melt
Chicken tender strips topped with hickory smoked bacon and cheddar cheese. Served on a Kaiser roll $8.50
Grilled BBQ Chicken Sandwich
Topped with your choice of American, Swiss or Cheddar. $8.50 Additional toppings available for 75 cents each: guacamole, blue cheese, queso fresco, Monterey or pepper jack, bacon, sauteed mushrooms or onions
Island Ham Sandwich
Thinly sliced ham topped with grilled pineapple,
melted Swiss cheese, and Teriyaki glaze on our
toasted pretzel roll. $9.50
Salmon BLT
Salmon filet grilled and served with crispy bacon, lettuce and tomato on a Kaiser roll $9.95
Grilled Grouper Sandwich
Grouper filet, lemon pepper seasoned and grilled, served on a Kaiser roll with lettuce and tomato $9.95
Turkey Club
Turkey, lettuce, tomato, and bacon, sandwiched between slices of multi-grain bread. $8.95
Almost Cuban Pork Sandwich
Thinly sliced, slow roasted pork tenderloin,
ham, Swiss cheese, stone ground mustard, and
dill pickles on a toasted pretzel roll $9.50
Federal Fish and Chips
Ale-battered rockfish filet served with french
fries $9.95
Smokehouse Turkey Wrap
Turkey, Boursin cheese, bacon, lettuce and
honey mustard wrapped in a spinach tortilla
$8.95
SIDE ORDERS
Small Caesar Salad $4.25
Small House Salad $4.25
French Fries $2.95
Herbed Rice $3.25
ENTREES
FRESH FISH
Please choose from the selection of fish below. You may choose to enjoy your selection blackened, baked or grilled. Entree is served with rice and fresh vegetable of the day.
Mahi Mahi $17.95
Swordfish $18.95
Yellowfin Tuna $19.95
Tilapia $17.95
You may select your choice of a finishing touch: Herb butter, Basil Pesto Crust, Sesame Glaze or Lemon Butter sauce
LAND AND SEA
Pork Tenderloin Medallions
Slow roasted tenderloin of pork, served with
roasted garlic mashed potatoes, and our warm
apple cider au jus. $16.95
Maryland Style Crab Cake Dinner
Twin jumbo lump crab cakes served with rice and today's fresh vegetable $26.95
Ginger Soy Scallops
Pan seared sea scallops surround rice and sauteed spinach, finished with ginger soy broth $18.95
Filet Mignon
An 6 oz. filet mignon, grilled and topped with port wine demi glace and served with baked potato and today's fresh vegetable $19.95
Grilled Rib Eye Steak
12 oz. steak topped with sauteed mushrooms and drizzled with balsamic glaze served with baked potato and today's fresh vegetable $19.95
Macadamia Nut Tilapia
Macadamia nut encrusted Tilapia filet served over peanut sauce, drizzled with mango coulis and Teriyaki sauce. Served with cous cous and today's fresh vegetable $17.95
Crab Stuffed Shrimp
Baked shrimp topped with our crab imperial and baked to a golden brown. Served with rice and today's fresh vegetable $18.95
Coconut Shrimp
Jumbo shrimp hand dipped in our sweet coconut batter, dredged in more fresh coconut and flash fried. Served with herbed rice, today's fresh vegetable and sweet-spicy Thai-chili dipping sauce. A house favorite $18.95
Bourbon Pecan Chicken
Pan sauteed chicken breast crusted in fresh
chopped pecans and toasted herb bread crumbs finished with our sweet bourbon glaze,
accompanied by roasted garlic mashed potatoes and today's fresh vegetable. $16.95
PASTA
Pasta Primavera
Fettuccine pasta with julienne vegetables, sun-dried tomatoes and mushrooms tossed in a light Alfredo sauce $16.95
Fruits of the Sea Pasta
Scallops, shrimp, mussels, clams and Penne pasta sauteed in your choice of sauce: Tomato Herb Broth, Garlic Parmesan Alfredo sauce or Marinere' sauce (white wine & garlic butter) $19.95
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