109 Front Street     |     Swansboro, NC 28584     |     (910)325-0502

The Boro Dinner Menu

Experience a taste of coastal flavor that transcends mere food at The Boro. We offer a diverse dinner menu, showcasing the finest in seafood, steaks, burgers, and sandwiches. Enjoy delicious coastal-inspired dishes, crafted with expertise and served with a side of charm. Dinner served from 4 p.m. to close daily.

Starters

Icehouse-Boro Clam Chowder

award-winning

Philly-Style Steak Roll

crisp eggroll, steak, pepper, onion, mushroom

Small Salad

classic house or traditional caesar
(vegetarian, gluten-free)

Coastal Seafood Cakes

pan-seared, house recipe of herbs, crab, scallops, cod; tartar

Tempura Mushrooms

fresh, hand-breaded; ranch
(vegetarian)

Hot Spinach-Artichoke Dip

house chips dip is gf

Flash-Fried Calamari

pineapple, banana pepper, thai chili

Chicken Tenders

southern: honey mustard
buffalo: blue cheese or ranch
honeysesame seed, pickled jalapeno

Flash-Fried Shrimp

southern crisp: cocktail or tartar
bang-bang tossed: ranch
buffalo tossed: blue cheese or ranch
coconut: raspberry

Tuna Tataki

rare-seared, sesame-crusted, wasabi, gf soy
(gluten-free)

Fried Cheese Ravioli

marinara for dipping
(vegetarian)

Waterfront Crab Dip

three cheese, house chips dip is gf

Crab Tostada

flash-fried flour wrap, spinach, herbs, three-cheese blend, crab, scallop, cod, ranch or chipotle ranch

Fried Pimento Cheese

served warm with crostinis
(vegetarian)

Oysters or Scallops Rockefeller

parmesan, bacon, spinach, butter

Crisp, Fresh Salads

Classic House

organic spring greens, romaine, heirloom tomatoes, garden vegetables
(vegetarian, gluten-free)

Beet Salad

arugula, butternut squash, whipped goat cheese, pistachios, red wine vinegar
(vegetarian, gluten-free)

Lady Brassey

organic spring greens, romaine, garden vegetables, pecans, craisins, blue cheese crumbles, raspberry vinaigrette
(vegetarian, gluten-free)

Traditional Caesar

freshly tossed romaine, shaved parmesan, garlic croutons

Greek Salad

organic greens, romaine, heirloom tomatoes, roasted red peppers, cucumbers, red onion, kalamata olives, pepperoncini, feta, greek dressing
(vegetarian)

Strawberry, Spinach, Arugula

strawberries, craisins, arugula, spinach, toasted almonds, goat cheese, lemon poppy seed vinaigrette
(vegetarian)

add fried or seared chicken 8, shrimp; seared mahi, tuna, salmon or sea scallops

blue cheese, thousand island, ranch, italian, balsamic, caesar, oil and vinegar, raspberry vinaigrette, lemon poppy seed vinaigrette

salads are vegetarian, except for caesar

Steakburgers

with fries and coleslaw, L.T.O.
substitute sweet potato fries or house salad for fries
substitute gluten-free bun
add something you like from another burger
made with Certified Angus Beef

Old-Fashioned

applewood bacon, american cheese

Southern

pimento cheese, fried green tomatoes, pork cracklings

Black & Blue

cajun spice, blue cheese

California

guacamole, sautéed onions, mozzarella

Boro

grilled mushrooms, grilled onions, swiss cheese

Sandwiches

with fries and coleslaw, L.T.O., except for Lobster Roll

Lobster Roll

maine lobster, barcelona crystal bread

Tacos (2)

fish  or  shrimp  or  chicken
flash-fried, coleslaw, lettuce, tomato, cheddar jack cheese, side sour cream, tartar or honey mustard
add guacamole by request

Classic Fried Chicken BLT

applewood bacon, lettuce, tomato

Icehouse Grandwich

flash-fried crispy oversized fish filet, side tartar

Seafood Entrées

Scallops Risotto

pan-seared scallops, parmesan or blue cheese risotto, pancetta, balsamic onions

Coastal Seafood Cakes Entree

three large seared, chef’s vegetables, basmati wild rice

Seared Scallops

pan-seared scallops, chorizo, blistered corn, lime, avocado cream

Shrimp & Grits

blackened grilled shrimp, watermelon salsa, goat cheese, honey, pickled jalapeño, polenta

Tropical Penang Curry Shrimp

caramelized pineapple, mango, carrots, peas, onions, red peppers, thai penang curry with a touch of cilantro and coconut over basmati wild rice

Pesto Pecan Grouper

pan-seared grouper, pecan herb-crusted, basil pesto, parmesan, tomato basil garnish, chef’s vegetables, basmati wild rice

Chef’s Seafood Platter

broiled flounder, shrimp, sea scallops, white wine, butter, lemon, herbs, chef’s vegetables, basmati wild rice

Fried Seafood Platters

with fries and coleslaw

substitute sweet potato fries or house salad

Fish and Chips  |   Fried Shrimp   |   Fried Flounder   |   Shrimp and Flounder Combo  |   Grilled Scallops

tartar, cocktail, malt vinegar

Pastas

Cajun Chicken Pasta

andouille sausage, peppers, onions, penne, cajun cream sauce, with chicken, shrimp, or scallops

Alfredo

parmesan, garlic, white wine, cream sauce
(vegetarian)
primavera, or with chicken, shrimp, or scallops

Mac & Cheese

bacon, smoked gouda, cavatappi
add chicken, shrimp, or scallops

Chicken Parmesan

traditionally prepared, parmesan, romano, mozzarella, our slow-cooked marinara, over linguini

Tuscan

spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, mushrooms, linguini, tuscan cream sauce
(vegetarian)
add chicken, shrimp, or scallops

Scampi

white wine, garlic, lemon juice, linguini
(vegetarian)
add chicken, shrimp, or scallops

Romesco

roasted red peppers, tomatoes, almonds, peas, penne
(vegetarian)
add chicken, shrimp, or scallops

From the Grill

NY Strip

char-grilled 12-oz, 21-days-aged Certified Angus Beef, house seasoning, garlic butter, chef’s vegetables, potato

Grilled Pork Chop

NC Cheshire Pork, char-grilled 12-oz double french cut, apple glaze, chef’s vegetables, potato

Balsamic Chicken

Statler chicken, mozzarella, basil, balsamic blistered tomatoes, chef’s vegetables, potato

Hanger Steak

porcini-crusted, seared Certified Angus Beef, black truffle cream sauce, chef’s vegetables, potato

BBQ Pork Ribs

dry rub, house bbq, chef’s vegetables, potato

Salmon

pan-seared, orange-glazed, chef’s vegetables, masmati-wild rice

Ribeye

cast-iron skillet-seared 12-oz, 21-days-aged Certified Angus Beef, house seasoning, garlic butter, chef’s vegetables, potato

Sides

Coleslaw

Chef’s Vegetables

French Fries

Broccoli

Basmati-Wild Rice

Mashed Potatoes

Baked Potato

Bacon-Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Sweet Potato Fries

Asparagus

Loaded Mashed Potatoes

Loaded Baked Potato

Battered Onion Rings

COCKTAILS AND CRAFT BEERS

Take home a pint of your favorite craft draft or cocktail from our on-site canning machine

Please advise our staff of food allergies. Nuts and other food allergens are present in our kitchen. While we make every effort to keep these items separate, we cannot guarantee allergen-free dishes.

“Gluten-free” and “Vegetarian” denotations are for dietary preference only. Additional items may be prepared gluten-free for dietary purposes upon request.

Government Required Notice: Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, shellfish, seafood, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions or immune disorders.