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SEAFOOD RESTAURANT IN LONG BRANCH, NJ

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Lunch Menu

Thoroughly cooked foods of animal origin such as beef, eggs, fish, lamb, milk, poultry, or shellfish reduces the risk of food borne illness. Individuals with certain health conditions may be at higher risk if these foods are consumed raw or undercooked. All of our dishes are thoughtfully & carefully crafted - so no substituitions, please. V = Vegetarian GF = Gluten Free * = Can be modified gluten free



Fish Board




Fish Board

CHOOSE A FISH - Fresh Catch (Market Price) - Atlantic Salmon ($37) - Shrimp ($38) - Yellowfin Tuna ($40) - Branzino ($39) - Halibut ($46) PREPARATION - Blackened (GF) - Broiled - Grilled (GF) - Pan Seared (GF) - Topped with Crabmeat (+$22) SAUCE ON THE SIDE (choose one) - Sweet Chili & Garlic (GF) - Lemon Butter (GF) - Tomato Vinaigrette (GF) - Angry Style (GF) - Chimichurri (GF) -Fire-Roasted Tuscan Tomato -Coconut Curry SIDES (choose two) - Garlic Smashed Potatoes (GF) - Mashed Gouda Cauliflower (GF) - Crispy Brussel Sprouts - Grilled Asparagus - Mushroom Risotto - Local Two River Mushrooms Farm

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Raw Bar




Rooney’s Rochambeau

Large Shallow Shell, Salty Flavor

each

4.25



Wellfleet Select, MA

Sharp Brine, Plump Meat, Seaweed Finish

each

4.50



Middle Neck Clams

Freshly Shucked on Ice

each

1.85



Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail

U6 Shrimp Served With Cocktail & Green Goddess Sauces

each

9.75



Chef’s Colossal

2 lb. Chilled Lobster, 6 Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, 6 Middle Neck Clams, 6 Rooney's Rochambeau Oyster, 6 Chef’s Choice Oysters

165



Raw Bar Sampler

4 Rooney’s Rochambeau Oysters, 4 Middle Neck Clams, 3 Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail

39




Soups




Lobster Bisque

16.50



New England Clam Chowder

13.50



French Onion

11




Salads

Add Ons: Chicken +$12 | Salmon +$19 | Shrimp (5) +$16




Caesar*

Chopped Romaine, Shaved Parmesan, Toasted Ciabatta Croutons, Homemade Dressing

16.50



Chopped (V) (GF)

Romaine, Iceberg, Radicchio, Dried Cranberries, Crumbled Bleu Cheese, Candied Pecans, Sweet Vidalia Onion Dressing

19.50



Watermelon

Heirloom Grape Tomato, Cucumber, Pickled Red Onion, Feta Cheese, Arugula, Balsamic Dressing

18



Beet (V) (GF)

Seasonal Beets, Baby Arugula, Walnuts, Crumbled Goat Cheese, Lemon Tarragon Vinaigrette

18.50



Tuna Nicoise (GF)

Herbed Tuna, Kalamata Olives, Egg, Cucumber Cherry Tomatoes, Green Beans, Pickled Onion, Fingerling Potatoes, Baby Kale, Frisee Lettuce

21.50



Greens & Grains

Quinoa, Farro, Dried Cranberries, Roasted Squash, Goat Cheese, Pickled Onion, Walnuts, Arugula, Pepitas, Carrot Hummus, Lemon Tarragon Vinaigrette

18



Asian Tuna

Sushi Grade Tuna, Baby Greens, Seaweed Salad, Avocado, Seasame Seeds, Cusabi Dressing, Ginger Glaze, Flying Fish Roe, Pickled Red Onions

22.50



Shrimp Cobb (GF)

Bacon, Cherry Tomatoes, Red Onion, Crumbled Blue Cheese, Egg, Avocado, Lemon Tarragon Vinaigrette

24



Add Ons

Chicken

12


Salmon

19


Shrimp

16




Sandwiches & Burgers

Sandwiches & Burgers are served with Kettle Chips Boardwalk Fries are available as an upgrade for +2




Chicken Caprese Wrap

Fresh Mozzarella, Arugula, Basil Aioli, Cherry Tomato, Balsamic Glaze

18



Chicken Parm

Served on House Made Garlic Bread

19



Crabcake Sandwich

Corn Flake Crust, Red Pepper Aioli, Brioche Roll

29



Lobster Roll

Buttered Kings Hawaiian Roll, Celery, Chives, Pickled Red Onion, Lemon Aioli

39



Eggplant Sandwich (V)

Panko-Crusted Eggplant, Fresh Mozzarella, Roasted Red Peppers, Basil Pesto, Arugula, Balsamic Reduction, French Baguette

18



10oz Burger *

Green Leaf Lettuce, Vine Tomato, Red Onion

19



Roast Beef Sandwich

Provolone, House Made Garlic Bread, Arugula, Horseradish Mustard

18



Tuna BLT Club

House Made Tuna Salad, Sugar Cured Bacon, Basil Aioli, Multigrain Bread

18



Fried Flounder Sandwich

Panko, Red Pepper Aioli, Green Leaf Lettuce, Vine Tomato, Red Onion, King's Hawaiian Bun

22



Uncle Vinny's Cheesesteak

Thin Sliced Certified Angus Beef, French Baguette, Caramelized Onions, Cheese Sauce

21




Starters




Whole Baked Artichoke *

Scampi Sauce, Breadcrumbs, Parmesan Cheese

19



Coconut Curry Mussels (GF)

Sweet Coconut Cream Sauce, Curry, Ginger, Scallions

18



Dancing Asian Shrimp

Breaded & Fried Shrimp, Spicy Asian Sauce, Red Pepper Jam, Orange Ginger Sauce

25



Crispy Goat Cheese (V)

Honey, Candied Pecans, Red Pepper Jam, Grilled Bread

19



Seafood Cocktail (GF)

Chilled Shrimp, Calamari, Bay Scallops, Spicy Hot Sauce, Oyster Sauce, Tomatoes, Avocados, Onion, Cucumber, Cilantro

24



Char-Grilled Oysters (GF)

Six Rooney’s Rochambeau, Garlic Butter, Parmesan Cheese

25



Not Your Grandma’s Meatballs

Pork, Veal, Beef, Tomato Butter, Herbed Ricotta, Garlic Bread

19



Tuna Bruschetta *

Seared Rare, Spicy Guacamole, Toast Points, Cusabi Orange Ginger Sauce, Sesame Seeds, Seaweed Salad

22



Fried Calamari

House Battered Golden Fried Calamari, Homemade Marinara

19




Entrees




Chicken Campestre

Bone-In Airline Breast, Brussels Sprouts, Kabocha Squash Puree, Herbed Demi-Glace

26



Lobster Mac-A-Rooney

Lobster Cream Sauce, Maine Lobster Meat, Parmesan & Mozzarella Cheeses

36



Rooney’s Crabcake Entree

Corn Flake Crust, Grilled Asparagus, Fingerling Potato, Red Pepper Aioli

29



Spicy Rigatoni Vodka (V)

Calabrian Chile, Tomato Cream, Whipped Ricotta, Parmesan

25




Lobster

Live Maine Lobsters Steamed, Broiled, or Stuffed. Served with your choice of two sides.




Two Pound

70



Quarter Pound Crabmeat

additional

22



Lobster Tail

9oz Brazilian, Drawn Butter, Choice of two sides

54



Angry Lobster

A House Favorite Pan Roasted in its Original Shell, Olive Oil, Garlic, Hot Pepper Flakes, Basil, Served Over a Bed of Linguini.

two pound

79



Lazy Poached Lobster

2 Pound Deshelled Lobster, Butter, Gnocci, Lobster Creme, Brown Butter, Chive Oil

75




Tacos




Blackened Fish Tacos (2)

Assorted Halibut, Mahi & Swordfish, Chipotle Aioli Shredded Romaine, Salsa Verde, Pico De Gallo

19



Shrimp Tacos (2)

Blackened Shrimp, Chipotle Aioli, Shredded Romaine, Salsa Verde, Pico de Gallo

19


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SEATING TIMES

Monday-Thursday: 11:30am - 9:00 pm

Friday-Saturday: 11:30am - 9:30pm

Sunday: 11:30am - 8:00pm

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Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant provides stunning views of the ocean, delicious seafood, and exceptional customer service. Visit us today in Long Branch, NJ!

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