Menus Dining Room - Downstairs
Served daily 8:00am – 11:30am
*Served raw or undercooked | Warning: Consuming raw or undercooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish and eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have a medical condition.
Thank you for your support of a local Santa Cruz business!
Omelettes and Scrambles
Served with toast and home-fried potatoes
Ham or Bacon and Cheese Omelette
$18.95
With jack or cheddar cheese
Chicken Apple Sausage Omelette
$20.45
With spinach, tomatoes, mushrooms, cheddar and jack cheese
Veggie Lover’s Omelette
$18.95
With tomato, mushroom, avocado, onion and artichoke hearts
Crab and Shrimp Omelette
$24.95
With tomato and spinach
Joe’s Scramble
$18.95
With ground beef, spinach, tomato, mushroom and onion
Tofu Scramble
$17.95
Tofu, garlic, shallot, artichoke hearts, spinach, mushroom and tomato. Served with salsa | Add Eggs $3.50
Meat Lover’s Scramble
$19.95
With bacon, sausage, ham, tomato and mushroom
Breakfast Specialties*
Served with fresh fruit
Eggs Benedict
$24.95
Two poached eggs and Canadian bacon on grilled English muffins, with hollandaise sauce and home-fried potatoes
Crabcake Benedict
$29.95
Crabcakes topped with poached eggs and hollandaise sauce. Served on English muffins with home-fried potatoes
Huevos Rancheros
$20.95
Fried eggs on corn tortillas with black beans, sour cream, cheese and salsa fresca
Chilaquiles
$19.95
Tortilla chips, scrambled with egg and salsa, topped with cheese, guacamole and sour cream
Breakfast Sandwich
$16.95
Eggs, ham, bacon, spinach and tomato on Francese
House - Made Biscuits & Gravy
$16.95
Smoked Salmon Hash
$26.95
Served with toast, poached eggs and hollandaise sauce
Corned Beef Hash
$25.95
Served with toast, poached eggs and hollandaise sauce
Grilled Veggie Hash
$23.95
Served with toast, poached eggs and hollandaise sauce
Build Your Own Omelette
Served with toast and home-fried potatoes
Build Your Own Omelette
$18.95/+
Any Two Ingredients $18.95 | Three Ingredients $20.95 • Ham, Bacon, Sausage, Tomato, Spinach, Bell Pepper, Avocado, Onion, Mushroom, Smoked Salmon, Artichoke Hearts, Cheddar or Jack Cheese • Each Additional Ingredient $2.75
Eggs Your Way*
Served with toast and home-fried potatoes
2 Eggs, Any Style
$14.95/+
With bacon, ham or sausage $16.95
3 Eggs, Any Style
$16.95/+
With bacon, ham or sausage $18.95
Pork Chop and 2 Eggs
$22.95
New York Steak and 2 Eggs
$27.95
Flapjacks and Such
Pancakes
$15.95/Two
$19.45/Four
Buttermilk or whole wheat: banana, chocolate chip or blueberry
Classic French Toast
$17.95
Add olallieberries $ 2.50
Brioche French Toast
$18.95
With strawberries and vanilla syrup
Cinnamon Roll French Toast
$17.95
Illy Caffe Espresso Coffees
Regular or Decaf
Espresso Shot
$7.95/Regular
$8.95/Double
Cappuccino or Latte
$8.95/Regular
$9.95/Double
Cafe Mocha
$9.95/Regular
$10.95/Double
Sun 11:30am-3:00pm
*Served raw or undercooked | Warning: Consuming raw or undercooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish and eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have a medical condition.
Thank you for your support of a local Santa Cruz business!
Appetizers
Our Award - Winning Calamari
$23.95
Lightly fried in our parmesan herb breading
Steamed Clams (G)
$26.95
With shallots, basil, white wine, butter, lemon and garlic. Served with garlic bread
Roasted Vegetable Flatbread
$20.95
Black truffle alfredo sauce, vegetable ratatouille and balsamic glaze
Ahi Poke*
$24.95
Wonton, soy, wakame, avocado and sriracha aioli
Prawn Martini (G)
$19.95
White shrimp topped with our cocktail sauce. Served with lemon and avocado
Today's Special Pizza
$18.50
Fresh seasonal ingredients on our hand-stretched crust. Please ask your server
Smoked Salmon
$22.95/Regular
$27.95/Captain
Fresh Pacific salmon, marinated and hot-smoked for hours over an alder wood fire. Served with wasabi-mayonnaise
Ahi Ruby Rare* (G)
$24.95
Sashimi tuna, seared rare in cajun spices with wasabi, ginger and soy
Chilled Shrimp - Stuffed Artichoke (G)
$18.75
Bay shrimp with vinaigrette, in a chilled artichoke | Also delicious simply steamed, served with mayonnaise
Crab & Artichoke Dip (G)
$22.45
Blue crab, artichoke hearts, onions, spinach and red peppers in Bechamel sauce with parmesan. Sliced sourdough
Soups & Salads
Individual Salad Bar
$12.50/with Entree
$21.50/Per Person
With a cup of chowder or today's soup $26.50 | With a bowl of chowder or today's soup $28.50 • Create your own masterpiece - return as often as you like
Luncheon Green Salad
$9.50/with Entree
$13.95/Regular
House salad with a sprinkle of bay shrimp
Crow's Nest Caesar Salad (G)
$9.50/with Entree
$12.95/Regular
$21.45/Large
Hearty Romaine lettuce tossed in our own caesar dressing
Spinach Salad (G)
$9.50/with Entree
$13.95/Regular
$22.95/Large
In sweet honey-mustard dressing with crumbled bacon and egg
Clam Chowder or Today's Soup
$11.00/Cup
$13.95/Bowl
Cup $9.50 with entree | Bowl $11.50 with entree
Specialty Salads
Specialty Caesar Salads
$13.95/Regular
$22.95/Large
Hearty Romaine lettuce tossed in our own Caesar dressing • With choice of following: Grilled Chicken and Red Bell Pepper $8.50 | Our Famous Smoked Salmon $12.50 | Chilled Poached Prawns $12.50 | Fried Calamari $8.50 | Ahi Brochette * $14.50 • For more protein options, ask your server about our combo menu
Sesame Ahi Salad*
$29.95
Sashimi tuna seared rare with ginger sesame dressing, rice noodles, slivered almonds, vegetables and mixed greens
Blackened Chicken Salad (G)
$28.95
Blackened chicken breast with avocado, Danish bleu cheese, bacon, tomato, cucumber, mixed greens and raspberry vinaigrette
Pear and Gorgonzola Salads
$16.95/Regular
$26.95/Large
Mixed greens topped with roasted D'Anjou pears, candied pecans and gorgonzola cheese, with zinfandel vinaigrette • With choice of following: Marinated Skirt Steak $14.50 | Grilled Chicken $8.50 | Chilled Poached Prawns $12.50 | Ahi Brochette * $14.50 • For more protein options, Ask your server about our combo menu
Prawn and Havarti Salad (G)
$32.95
Sauteed prawns served over mixed greens with strawberry, avocado, hazelnuts and Havarti cheese in a sherry vinaigrette
Shrimp, Crab, or Combination Louie (G)
$36.95
Chilled seafood, tomato, carrots, olives, pepperoncini, and hard-cooked egg with Sauce Baxter
From the Sea
Served with fresh vegetable garnish
Fish and Chips
$19.95/Petite
$26.00/Regular
$30.95/Captain
Hawaiian Mahi Mahi, panko crusted and fried, served with coleslaw, tartar, cocktail sauce and lemon | Pair with a pint of Scrimshaw Pilsner
Chargrilled Ahi Brochette*
$34.95
With vegetables, spicy Szechwan sauce and tartar wasabi over jasmine rice | Pair with Deloach Pinot Noir
Prawns with Spinach Ravioli
$32.95
Prawns sautéed scampi-style with artichoke hearts, mushrooms and tomatoes, tossed with ravioli | Pair with Cavit Pinot Grigio
Nova Scotia Sea Scallops
$35.95
Seared with a rosemary-cumin crust and citrus glaze, and served over sautéed spinach with jasmine rice | Pair with Morgan Sauvignon Blanc
Grilled Sand Dabs
$34.95
Grilled with a parmesan crust and topped with lemon herb beurre blanc. Served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes | Pair with a split of Korbel Sparkling Wine
Seafood Fettucine
$32.95
Clams, fresh fish, prawns and sea scallops sautéed with fresh vegetables and semolina pasta in a tomato vodka cream | Pair with Rodney Strong "Chalk Hill" Chardonnay
Tempura Prawns
$32.95
Our crispy signature prawns served with rice pilaf | Pair with Kendall Jackson Chardonnay
Seafood Thermidor
$33.95
Scallops, crab and shrimp en casserole with parmesan | Pair with J. Lohr Chardonnay
Grill Specialties
Served with fresh vegetable garnish
Black Angus Sirloin* (G)
$32.95
Corn-fed, specially-aged, marinated in our smoky sauce, charbroiled and sliced. Served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes | Pair with Kenwood "Jack London" Cabernet
Baby Back Pork Ribs
$32.95
Smoked and slow-roasted with our special barbecue sauce and served with cole slaw and french fries | Pair with Meomi Pinot Noir
Lamb Burger*
$28.95
Herbs de Provence, tomato onion jam, spring mix on a sesame bun with french fries | Pair with Alfaro Family Chardonnay
Pacific Rim Chicken Breast
$28.95
Marinated in soy, cilantro and garlic, charbroiled, and served with jasmine rice | Pair with Bargetto Pinot Grigio
Favorites
Salmon Burger
$29.95
Pacific Rim marinade, sweet chili mustard and Asian slaw on a toasted francese bun. Served with french fries | Pair with Morgan Sauvignon Blanc
Ahi Sandwich*
$27.95
Seared rare on a francese bun with honey hoisin glaze, wasabi aioli and Asian slaw. Served with house, caesar or spinach salad, or soup | Pair with Cavit Pinot Grigio
Crab & Shrimp Melt (G)
$34.95
Served on grilled sourdough with cheddar cheese and tomato. Served with soup or caesar, house salad or spinach salad, and sauce baxter | Pair with Robert Hall Artisan Collection Sauvignon Blanc
Fettuccini Campi
$20.95
With pancetta, Italian sausage, gorgonzola, chardonnay and chile flakes tossed in pomodoro sauce - Pair with Robert Hall Merlot
Chicken Azteca (G)
$29.95
A fresh boneless breast lightly floured then sautéed with mushrooms, capers, green onion, spicy chile arbol, lemon and white wine. Served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes | Pair with Bonterra Estate Chardonnay
Vegetable Stir Fry
$26.95
Sautéed veggies and tofu tossed in a sesame ginger sauce over jasmine rice | Add Chicken $8.50 or Skirt Steak $14.50 • Pair with J. Lohr Bay Mist Riesling
Butternut Squash Ravioli
$28.95
Sautéed with brandy cream, spinach and tomato | Pair with Brancott Sauvignon Blanc
Greek Penne Pasta
$19.95
With Kalamata olives, feta, tomatoes and capers in a light lemon cream sauce - Pair with Robert Hall Artisan Collection Sauvignon Blanc
Served daily 4:30pm-Close
*Served raw or undercooked | Warning: Consuming raw or undercooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish and eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have a medical condition.
Thank you for your support of a local Santa Cruz business!
Appetizers
Dungeness Crab Cakes
$26.95
With lemon saffron aioli
Smoked Salmon
$23.95/Regular
$27.95/Captain
Fresh Pacific salmon, marinated and hot-smoked for hours over an alder wood fire. Served with wasabi-mayonnaise
Steamed Clams (G)
$27.95
With shallots, basil, white wine, butter, lemon and garlic. Served with garlic bread
Roasted Vegetable Flatbread
$21.95
Black truffle alfredo sauce, vegetable ratatouille and balsamic glaze
Ahi Poke*
$25.95
Wonton, soy, wakame, avocado and sriracha aioli
Ahi Ruby Rare* (G)
$26.95
Sashimi tuna, seared rare in cajun spices with wasabi, ginger and soy
Prawn Martini (G)
$19.95
White shrimp topped with our cocktail sauce. Served with lemon and avocado
Our Award - Winning Calamari
$24.95
Lightly fried in our parmesan herb breading
Chilled Shrimp - Stuffed Artichoke (G)
$19.25
Bay shrimp with vinaigrette, in a chilled artichoke | Also delicious simply steamed, served with mayonnaise
Crab & Artichoke Dip (G)
$22.95
Blue crab, artichoke hearts, onions, spinach and red peppers in Bechamel sauce with parmesan. Sliced sourdough
Soups & Salads
Individual Salad Bar
$12.50/with Entree
$21.50/One Person
With a cup of chowder or today's soup $26.50 | With a bowl of chowder or today's soup $28.50 • Create your own masterpiece - return as often as you like
Dinner Green Salad
$9.50/with Entree
$13.95/Regular
House salad with a sprinkle of bay shrimp
Spinach Salad (G)
$9.50/with Entree
$13.95/Regular
$22.95/Large
In sweet honey-mustard dressing with crumbled bacon and egg
Crow's Nest Caesar Salad (G)
$8.95/with Entree
$13.95/Regular
$22.95/Large
Hearty Romaine lettuce tossed in our own caesar dressing
Clam Chowder or Today's Soup
$11.00/Cup
$13.95/Bowl
Cup $9.50 with entree | Bowl $11.50 with entree
Specialty Salads
Specialty Caesar Salads
$13.95/Regular
$22.95/Large
Hearty Romaine lettuce tossed in our own Caesar dressing • With choice of following: Grilled Chicken and Red Bell Pepper $8.50 | Our Famous Smoked Salmon $12.50 | Chilled Poached Prawns $12.50 | Fried Calamari $8.50 | Ahi Brochette * $14.50 • For more protein options, ask your server about our combo menu
Blackened Chicken Salad (G)
$30.95
Blackened chicken breast with avocado, Danish bleu cheese, bacon, tomato, cucumber, mixed greens and raspberry vinaigrette
Prawn and Havarti Salad (G)
$32.95
Sauteed prawns served over mixed greens with strawberry, avocado, hazelnuts and Havarti cheese in a sherry vinaigrette
Pear and Gorgonzola Salads
$16.95/Regular
$26.95/Large
Mixed greens topped with roasted D'Anjou pears, candied pecans and gorgonzola cheese, with zinfandel vinaigrette • With choice of following: Marinated Skirt Steak $14.50 | Grilled Chicken $8.50 | Chilled Poached Prawns $12.50 | Ahi Brochette * $14.50 • For more protein options, Ask your server about our combo menu
Sesame Ahi Salad* (G)
$32.95
Sashimi tuna seared rare with ginger sesame dressing, rice noodles, slivered almonds, vegetables and mixed greens
Shrimp, Crab, or Combination Louie (G)
$37.95
Chilled seafood, tomato, carrots, olives, pepperoncini, and hard-cooked egg with Sauce Baxter
From the Sea
Seafood Fettucine
$36.95
Clams, fresh fish, prawns and sea scallops sautéed with fresh vegetables and semolina pasta in a tomato vodka cream | Pair with Kendall Jackson Chardonnay
Prawns with Spinach Ravioli
$36.95
Prawns sautéed scampi-style with artichoke hearts, mushrooms and tomatoes, tossed with ravioli | Pair with Hess Shirtail Monterey Chardonnay
Nova Scotia Sea Scallops
$39.95
Seared with a rosemary-cumin crust and citrus glaze, and served over sautéed spinach with jasmine rice | Pair with Morgan Sauvignon Blanc
Fish and Chips
$19.95/Petite
$26.00/Regular
$30.95/Captain
Hawaiian Mahi Mahi, panko crusted and fried, served with coleslaw, tartar, cocktail sauce and lemon | Pair with a pint of Scrimshaw Pilsner
Grilled Sand Dabs
$38.95
Grilled with a parmesan crust and topped with lemon herb beurre blanc. Served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes | Pair with split of Crow's Nest Sparkling Wine
Broiled Lobster Tail (G)
$52.95/Caribbean
$72.95/Australian
Sweet lobster served with baked potato, lemon and drawn butter | Pair with Storrs Chardonnay Ask your Server about our combo menu!
Seafood Risotto (G)
$39.95
Shrimp, scallops, clams and fish in arborio rice with asparagus, roasted tomato and truffled pecorino cheese | Pair with Alfaro Family Chardonnay
Chargrilled Ahi Brochette*
$35.95
With vegetables, spicy Szechwan sauce and tartar wasabi over jasmine rice | Pair with Talbot Pinot Noir
Tempura Prawns
$34.95
Our crispy signature prawns served with rice pilaf | Pair with split of Korbel Sparkling Wine
Grill Specialties
Served with fresh vegetable garnish
Mocha - Rubbed Filet Mignon* (G)
$54.95/Regular
$59.95/House
Corn-fed, specially aged, chargrilled with porcini butter. Served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes | Pair with Avalon Cabernet Sauvignon
Pork Porterhouse* (G)
$37.95
Apple cider-brined and chargrilled with brown sugar, dijon rosemary glaze. Served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes | Pair with Alfaro Family Chardonnay
New Zealand Rack of Lamb* (G)
$46.95
Chargrilled with Herbs de Provence, and served with pinot noir reduction and roasted garlic mashed potatoes | Pair with Meomi Pinot Noir
Angus New York Steak*
$54.95
Corn-fed, specially aged, and chargrilled with pink peppercorns. Served with sherry dijon sauce and scalloped potatoes | Also delicious simply chargrilled. Pair with Kenwood "Jack London" Cabernet Sauvignon
Prime Grade Top Sirloin* (G)
$39.95/Regular
$43.95/House
Specially aged, seasoned and chargrilled. Served with chef's steak sauce, crispy onions and baked potato | Also delicious simply chargrilled. Pair with Daou Cabernet Sauvignon
Pacific Rim Chicken Breast
$31.95
Marinated in soy, cilantro and garlic, charbroiled, and served with jasmine rice | Pair with Brancott Sauvignon Blanc
Favorites
Salmon Burger
$30.95
Pacific Rim marinade, sweet chili mustard and Asian slaw on a toasted francese bun. Served with french fries | Pair with Morgan Sauvignon Blanc
Vegetable Stir Fry
$27.95
Sautéed veggies and tofu tossed in a sesame ginger sauce over jasmine rice • Add Chicken $8.50 or Skirt Steak $14.50 | Pair with Bargetto Pinot Grigio
Ahi Sandwich*
$27.95
Seared rare on a francese bun with honey hoisin glaze, wasabi aioli and Asian slaw. Served with house, caesar or spinach salad, or soup | Pair with Kendall Jackson Chardonnay
Fettuccini Campi
$20.95
With pancetta, Italian sausage, gorgonzola, chardonnay and chile flakes tossed in pomodoro sauce | Pair with Robert Hall Merlot
Fish Tacos (G)
$32.95
Chile-rubbed mahi mahi, chargrilled on corn tortillas with salsa verde, cabbage, carrot, radish and pico de gallo. Served with mango salsa and macadamia nut rice | Pair with Alfaro Family Chardonnay
Butternut Squash Ravioli
$29.95
Sautéed with brandy cream, spinach and tomato | Pair with Cavit Pinot Grigio
Ribeye Burger* (G)
$29.95
Grass-fed beef with bacon-onion jam, arugula, havarti cheese and horseradish cream. Served with french fries • Also available as veggie burger $22.25 | Pair with Deloach Pinot Noir
Greek Penne Pasta
$19.95
With Kalamata olives, feta, tomatoes and capers in a light lemon cream sauce | Pair with Robert Hall Artisan Collection Sauvignon Blanc
For our guests 12 years and younger
Children's Menu
After the meal, each child receives a prize from the treasure chest
Chicken Tenders
$10.95
You "otter" try our delicious golden-fried chicken tenders. Served with fries or green salad
Chuckburger or Veggie Burger
$10.95
This "whale of a sandwich is everbody's favorite. Served with fries or green salad | With Cheese +$1.50
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
$10.95
Chicken breast- yum! Served with fries or green salad | With Cheese +$1.50
Cheese Pizza
$10.95
Our individual pizzas will make you say "cheese" | Also available with Pepperoni $11.95
Captain Hook's Pasta
$9.95
Shell-shaped noodles with sauteed veggies | With Chicken $11.95
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
$7.95
Golden brown sourdough bread and melted cheddar cheese. Served with fries or green salad
Fish & Chips
$10.95
Strips of white fish filet, battered and fried to a golden brown. Served with fries or green salad and tartar sauce • Crab Cake & Chips $10.95 | Shrimp & Chips $10.95
Salad Bar
$10.95
Pick your favorite greens and veggies from our salad garden! With Cup of Soup $11.95
Kid's Catch of the Day
$15.95
Grilled and served with lemon, tatar sauce, and choice of fries, rice pilaf or green salad
Admiral's New York Steak
$15.95
Chargilled and served with choice of fries, rice pilaf or green salad
Treats from the Captain's Pantry
$5.50
Child's Hot Fudge Sundae | Child's Polar Bear Paw | Child's Strawberry Shortcake
GF - can be prepared gluten-free with minor modifications. Specify to your server
House - Made Desserts
Mango Key Lime Pie
$13.00
Deep-dish lime with a hint of mango in a graham cracker crust
Chocolate Decadence (GF)
$13.00
A gluten free brownie topped with milk chocolate mousse and chocolate ganache. Served with chocolate hazelnut ice cream
Crème Brûlée (GF)
$13.00
Rich custard with the traditional caramelized top
Santa Cruz Cheesecake
$13.00
Made with real cream cheese in a graham cracker crust, and drizzled with berry sauce
Kahlua Fudge Cake
$13.00
Chocolate cream cake with Kahlua mousse and chocolate ganache. Served with coffee toffee crunch ice cream
Olallieberry Pie a la mode
$13.00
Served with vanilla ice cream
Chocolate Mousse Pie
$13.00
An oreo cookie crust filled with chocolate mousse
Frozen Desserts
Mud Pie
$13.00
A chocolate crust with mocha ice cream, topped with fudge and almonds. Served with fresh whipped cream
Strawberry Ice Cream Cake
$13.00
A chocolate crust with homemade strawberry ice cream. Topped with a drizzle of berry sauce
Sorbet (GF)
$9.50
Dairy-free. Ask your server for today's selection
Hot Fudge Sundae (GF)
$10.95
The traditional favorite with a parfait cookie. Walnuts available upon request
Ice Cream (GF)
$9.50
Hand-made locally. Choice of chocolate hazelnut, black cherry, vanilla bean or coffee-toffee
Hot Drinks
Crow's Nest Coffee
Made with irish cream, hazelnut liqueur, and whipped cream
Keoke Coffee
The traditional favorite! Brandy, coffee liqueur, whipped cream
Baileys Coffee
Sweet Baileys Irish Cream and whipped cream
Irish Coffee
Sweetened irish whiskey and whipped cream
The Snuggler
A blend of hot chocolate, peppermint schnapps and whipped cream
Hot Chocolate
Served with lots of whipped cream
Blended Drinks
Toasted Almond
Nut and coffee liqueurs, cream, and ice, blended
Mudslide
An avalanche of Irish cream, coffee liqueur, vodka and half & half
Dessert Wines
Port, Dow "Trademark"
$19.75
Port, Dow 10-year
$17.25
Port, Sandeman Founder's Reserve
$16.75
Port, Taylor 20-year
$20.50
Illy Caffe Espresso
Regular or decaf
Espresso Shot
$7.95
$8.95/Double
Cappuccino or Latte
$8.95
$9.95/Double
Cafe Mocha
$9.95
$10.95/Double