Mr. Friendly's

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Thursday’s Dinner Specials 07.30.26

Find us on DoorDash for Dinner Monday - Thursday
*Please allow extra time for orders placed during peak business hours* 
TAKEOUT ORDERS ON WEEKENDS are accepted from 5:00-5:30 PM ONLY.

Tonight’s Specials

starters
Derrick’s Maters & SC Watermelon
local heirlooms, mozzarella, SC cucumbers,
shaved vidalias, pesto oil, balsamic vinegar 13
Crispy Fried Rock Shrimp
watermelon rind relish, sweet thai chile aioli  17
Low Country Seafood Cakes
“comeback” remoulade, green tomato chow ch0w   15

soups
Curried Chicken & Vegetable    cilantro, jasmine rice
Garden Fresh Gazpacho    cilantro sour cream

entrees
Crispy Fried NC Flounder
lemon herb shrimp relish, comeback remoulade,
creamy stone-ground grits, sauteed seasonal vegetables 27
Ginger-Soy Grilled #1 Yellowfin Tuna
SC watermelon-yuzu cucumber “salad”, sweet thai chile aioli,
sesame vegetable fried rice 29
Char-Grilled 14 oz CAB Ribeye
horseradish-cippolini onion confit, worcestershire-rosemary steak sauce,
roasted garlic mashed potatoes, country ham stewed collard greens 46

side to share
Local Heirloom Tomato Gratin
skillet baked, Derrick’s maters, parmesan-basil gremolata, pesto oil  12

vegetarian
Herb Grilled Zucchini & Squash
vodka tomato sauce, caprese “salad”,
orzo pasta, balsamic reduction  21

Wednesday’s Dinner Specials 07.29.26

Find us on DoorDash for Dinner Monday - Thursday
*Please allow extra time for orders placed during peak business hours* 
TAKEOUT ORDERS ON WEEKENDS are accepted from 5:00-5:30 PM ONLY.

Tonight’s Specials

starters
Derrick’s Maters & SC Watermelon
local heirlooms, mozzarella, SC cucumbers,
shaved vidalias, pesto oil, balsamic vinegar 13
Crispy Fried Rock Shrimp
watermelon rind relish, sweet thai chile aioli  17
Low Country Seafood Cakes
“comeback”remoulade, green tomato chow ch0w   15

soups
Curried Chicken & Vegetable    cilantro, jasmine rice
Garden Fresh Gazpacho    cilantro sour cream

entrees
Pesto Roasted Red Trout
lemon herb shrimp relish, saffron beurre blanc,
creamy stone-ground grits, sauteed seasonal vegetables 27
Ginger-Soy Grilled #1 Yellowfin Tuna
SC watermelon-yuzu cucumber “salad”, sweet thai chile aioli,
sesame vegetable fried rice 29
Char-Grilled 14 oz CAB Ribeye
horseradish-cippolini onion confit, worcestershire-rosemary steak sauce,
roasted garlic mashed potatoes, country ham stewed collard greens 46

side to share
Local Heirloom Tomato Gratin
skillet baked, Derrick’s maters, parmesan-basil gremolata, EVOO  12

vegetarian
Herb Grilled Zucchini & Squash
vodka tomato sauce, caprese “salad”,
orzo pasta, balsamic reduction  21

Tuesday Night’s Dinner Specials & Half-Priced Wines 7.28.2026

Find us on DoorDash for Dinner Monday - Thursday
*Please allow extra time for orders placed during peak business hours* 
TAKEOUT ORDERS ON WEEKENDS are accepted from 5:00-5:30 PM ONLY.

Tonight’s Specials

starters
Derrick’s Maters & SC Watermelon
local heirlooms, mozzarella, SC cucumbers,
shaved vidalias, pesto oil, balsamic vinegar 13
Crispy Fried Rock Shrimp
watermelon rind relish, sweet thai chile aioli 17

soups
Curried Chicken & Vegetable    cilantro, jasmine rice
Garden Fresh Gazpacho    cilantro sour cream

entrees
Pesto Roasted Red Trout
lemon herb shrimp relish, saffron beurre blanc,
creamy stone-ground grits, sauteed seasonal vegetables 28
Ginger-Soy Grilled #1 Yellowfin Tuna
SC watermelon-yuzu cucumber “salad”, sweet thai chile aioli,
cilantro-jasmine rice, sauteed seasonal vegetables 31
Mr. Friendly’s Famous Meatloaf
house-ground beef tenderloin & ribeye,
blue cheese bbq sauce, crispy fried onion rings,
roasted garlic mashed potatoes, country ham stewed collards 24
Char-Grilled 14 oz CAB Ribeye
horseradish-cippolini onion confit, red wine-rosemary jus,
roasted garlic mashed potatoes, country ham stewed collard greens 46

vegetarian
Herb Grilled Zucchini & Squash
vodka tomato sauce, caprese “salad”,
orzo pasta, balsamic reduction  21


tonight’s half price wines

whites
Cote Midi Rose,
France 44 – 22
Giao Vinho Verde, Portugal 42 – 21
Crowded House Sauvignon Blanc,
Marlborough 42-21
When & Where Chenin Blanc, California 40 – 20
Daou Chardonnay, California 44 – 22

reds
Chasing Lions Pinot Noir
, California 44 – 22
Bodega Lopez Malbec,
Argentina 40 – 20
When & Where Shiraz, California 40 – 20
Poe “Ultraviolet” Zinfandel,
California 48 – 24
Casa Lapostolle Cabernet Sauvignon,
Chile 46 – 23

Monday Night’s Dinner Specials & Half Priced Wines 07.27.26

Find us on DoorDash for Dinner Monday - Thursday
*Please allow extra time for orders placed during peak business hours* 
TAKEOUT ORDERS ON WEEKENDS are accepted from 5:00-5:30 PM ONLY.

Tonight’s Specials

starters
Derrick’s Maters & SC Watermelon
local heirlooms, mozzarella, SC cucumbers,
shaved vidalias, pesto oil, balsamic vinegar 13
Crispy Fried Rock Shrimp
watermelon rind relish, sweet thai chile aioli 17

soups
Tomato-Spinach Florentine    orzo, parmesan gremolata
Garden Fresh Gazpacho    cilantro sour cream

entrees
Pesto Roasted Rainbow Trout
lemon herb shrimp relish, saffron beurre blanc,
creamy stone-ground grits, sauteed seasonal vegetables 28
Ginger-Soy Grilled #1 Yellowfin Tuna
SC watermelon-yuzu cucumber “salad”, sweet thai chile aioli,
cilantro-jasmine rice, sauteed seasonal vegetables 31
Mr. Friendly’s Famous Meatloaf
house-ground beef tenderloin & ribeye,
blue cheese bbq sauce, crispy fried onion rings,
roasted garlic mashed potatoes, country ham stewed collards 24
Char-Grilled 14 oz CAB Ribeye
horseradish-vidalia onion confit, red wine-rosemary jus,
roasted garlic mashed potatoes, country ham stewed collard greens 46

vegetarian
Herb Grilled Zucchini & Squash
vodka tomato sauce, caprese “salad”,
orzo pasta, balsamic reduction  21


tonight’s half price wines

whites
Cote Midi Rose,
France 44 – 22
Giao Vinho Verde, Portugal 42 – 21
Crowded House Sauvignon Blanc,
Marlborough 42-21
When & Where Chenin Blanc, California 40 – 20
Daou Chardonnay, California 44 – 22

reds
Chasing Lions Pinot Noir
, California 44 – 22
Bodega Lopez Malbec,
Argentina 40 – 20
When & Where Shiraz, California 40 – 20
Poe “Ultraviolet” Zinfandel,
California 48 – 24
Casa Lapostolle Cabernet Sauvignon,
Chile 46 – 23

This Week’s Lunch Specials 07.27.26-07.31.26

Today’s Lunch Specials

Cornmeal Fried Rockfish
Old Bay–lemon aioli, green tomato chow chow
creamy stone-ground grits, your choice of succotash or creole slaw 19
Summer Bounty Salad
Derrick’s heirloom tomatoes, zucchini, cucumber,
carrots, grape tomatoes, shaved vidalias, parmesan,
chopped romaine, housemade croutons, red wine-dijon vinaigrette 14
ADD Lemon Pepper Grilled Shrimp +9
ADD Mustard-Thyme Grilled Chicken +7
Today’s Burger Special
half-pound house-ground burger, cheddar,
candied applewood bacon, Worcestershire grilled vidalias,
lettuce, tomato, brioche bun, chips, pickle spear 17.5

Soups
Curried Chicken & Vegetable  cilantro, jasmine rice
Garden Fresh Gazpacho
   cilantro sour cream

Lunch Wine Specials
$9 glass   $29 bottle
Bubbles Casarleva Prosecco    Rose Cote Midi
White Tavo Pinot Grigio    Giao Vinho Verde
Red Chasing Lions Pinot Noir     Poe “Ultraviolet” Zinfandel     Markham Cabernet Sauvignon

Quick Lunch Cocktails & Cheap Beer
Classic Mimosa 8     Pineapple Mimosa 8
Southern Peach Bellini 8     Bloody Mary 9
Jever Pilsner 4         Edmunds Oast Leather Jacket Porter 5
Steel Hands Coffee Lager 4    Ommegang “Hennepin” Saison  5

Non-Alcoholic yet quite tasty
Peach Sweet Tea 5
Crescent 9 Ginger-Lemonade THC Seltzer 9

Saturday’s Dinner Specials 7.25.26

Find us on DoorDash for Dinner Monday - Thursday
*Please allow extra time for orders placed during peak business hours* 
TAKEOUT ORDERS ON WEEKENDS are accepted from 5:00-5:30 PM ONLY.

Tonight’s Specials

starters
Derrick’s Maters & SC  Watermelon
local heirlooms, mozzarella, SC cucumbers,
shaved vidalias, pesto oil, balsamic vinegar 13
Crispy Fried Rock Shrimp
watermelon rind relish, sweet thai chile aioli  17

soups
Tomato Spinach Florentine  orzo, parmesan gremolata
Garden Fresh Gazpacho    cilantro sour cream

entrees

Pesto Roasted Red Trout
lemon herb shrimp relish, saffron beurre blanc,
creamy stone-ground grits, sauteed seasonal vegetables   28
Ginger-Soy Grilled #1 Yellowfin Tuna
SC watermelon-yuzu cucumber “salad”,
sweet thai chile aioli, cilantro-jasmine rice, sauteed seasonal vegetables   31
12 Hour Braised CAB Beef Short Ribs
red wine-rosemary jus, roasted cippolini onion confit,
roasted garlic mashed potatoes, country ham stewed collard greens   36
Char-Grilled 14 oz CAB Ribeye
horseradish-butter roasted shitake mushrooms,
red-wine rosemary jus, roasted garlic mashed potatoes,
country ham stewed collard greens   46

vegetarian
Herb Grilled Zucchini & Squash
vodka tomato sauce, caprese “salad”,
orzo pasta, balsamic reduction  21

 


 

Friday’s Dinner Specials 07.24.26

Find us on DoorDash for Dinner Monday - Thursday
*Please allow extra time for orders placed during peak business hours* 
TAKEOUT ORDERS ON WEEKENDS are accepted from 5:00-5:30 PM ONLY.

Tonight’s Specials

starters
Derrick’s Maters & SC  Watermelon
local heirlooms, mozzarella, SC cucumbers,
shaved vidalias, pesto oil, balsamic vinegar 13
Crispy Fried Rock Shrimp
watermelon rind relish, sweet thai chile aioli  17

soups
Tomato Spinach Florentine  orzo, parmesan gremolata
Garden Fresh Gazpacho    cilantro sour cream

entrees

Pesto Roasted Red Trout
lemon herb shrimp relish, saffron beurre blanc,
creamy stone-ground grits, sauteed seasonal vegetables   28
Ginger-Soy Grilled #1 Yellowfin Tuna
SC watermelon-yuzu cucumber “salad”,
sweet thai chile aioli, cilantro-jasmine rice, sauteed seasonal vegetables   31
12 Hour Braised CAB Beef Short Ribs
red wine-rosemary jus, roasted cippolini onion confit,
roasted garlic mashed potatoes, country ham stewed collard greens   36
Char-Grilled 14 oz CAB Ribeye
horseradish-butter roasted shitake mushrooms,
red-wine rosemary jus, roasted garlic mashed potatoes,
country ham stewed collard greens   46

vegetarian
Herb Grilled Zucchini & Squash
vodka tomato sauce, caprese “salad”,
orzo pasta, balsamic reduction  21

Thursday’s Dinner Specials 07.23.26

Find us on DoorDash for Dinner Monday - Thursday
*Please allow extra time for orders placed during peak business hours* 
TAKEOUT ORDERS ON WEEKENDS are accepted from 5:00-5:30 PM ONLY.

Tonight’s Specials

starters
Derrick’s Maters & SC  Watermelon
local heirlooms, mozzarella, SC cucumbers,
shaved vidalias, pesto oil, balsamic vinegar 13
Crispy Fried Rock Shrimp
watermelon rind relish, sweet thai chile aioli  17

soups
Tomato Spinach Florentine  orzo, parmesan gremolata
Garden Fresh Gazpacho    cilantro sour cream

entrees
Buttermilk Fried NC Red Trout
lemon pepper shrimp chow chow, “comeback” remoulade,
creamy stone-ground grits, country ham stewed collard greens 29
Ginger-Soy Grilled #1 Yellowfin Tuna
SC watermelon-yuzu cucumber “salad”,
sweet thai chile aioli, cilantro-jasmine rice,
sauteed seasonal vegetables   31
Char-Grilled 14 oz CAB Ribeye
blue cheese creamed leeks, housemade steak sauce,
roasted garlic mashed potatoes, sauteed seasonal vegetables 46

vegetarian
Herb Grilled Zucchini & Squash
vodka tomato sauce, caprese “salad”,
orzo pasta, balsamic reduction  21

Wednesday’s Dinner Specials 07.22.26

Find us on DoorDash for Dinner Monday - Thursday
*Please allow extra time for orders placed during peak business hours* 
TAKEOUT ORDERS ON WEEKENDS are accepted from 5:00-5:30 PM ONLY.

Tonight’s Specials

starters
Derrick’s Maters & SC  Watermelon
local heirlooms, parmesan gremolata, SC cucumbers,
shaved vidalias, pesto oil, balsamic vinegar 13
Crispy Fried Calamari & Rock Shrimp
watermelon rind relish, sweet thai chile aioli  17

soups
Creamy Potato-Leek Bisque    herb goat cheese
Garden Fresh Gazpacho    cilantro sour cream

entrees
Buttermilk Fried NC Red Trout
lemon pepper shrimp chow chow, “comeback” remoulade,
creamy stone-ground grits, country ham stewed collard greens 29
Ginger-Soy Grilled #1 Yellowfin Tuna
SC watermelon-yuzu cucumber “salad”,
sweet thai chile aioli, cilantro-jasmine rice,
sauteed seasonal vegetables   31
Char-Grilled 14 oz CAB Ribeye
blue cheese creamed leeks, housemade steak sauce,
roasted garlic mashed potatoes, sauteed seasonal vegetables 46

vegetarian
Herb Grilled Zucchini & Squash
vodka tomato sauce, caprese “salad”,
orzo pasta, balsamic reduction  21

Tuesday’s Dinner Specials & Half Price Wines 07.21.26

Find us on DoorDash for Dinner Monday - Thursday
*Please allow extra time for orders placed during peak business hours* 
TAKEOUT ORDERS ON WEEKENDS are accepted from 5:00-5:30 PM ONLY.

Tonight’s Specials

starters
Derrick’s Maters & SC  Watermelon
local heirlooms, parmesan gremolata, SC cucumbers,
shaved vidalias, pesto oil, balsamic vinegar 13
Crispy Fried Calamari & Rock Shrimp
watermelon rind relish, sweet thai chile aioli  17

soups
Creamy Potato-Leek Bisque    herb goat cheese
Garden Fresh Gazpacho    cilantro sour cream

entrees
Buttermilk Fried NC Red Trout
lemon pepper shrimp chow chow, “comeback” remoulade,
creamy stone-ground grits, country ham stewed collard greens 29
Ginger-Soy Grilled #1 Yellowfin Tuna
SC watermelon-yuzu cucumber “salad”,
sweet thai chile aioli, cilantro-jasmine rice,
sauteed seasonal vegetables   31
Mr. Friendly’s Famous Meatloaf
house-ground beef tenderloin & ribeye,
blue cheese bbq sauce, crispy fried onion rings,
roasted garlic mashed potatoes, country ham stewed collards 24
Char-Grilled 14 oz CAB Ribeye
blue cheese creamed leeks, housemade steak sauce,
roasted garlic mashed potatoes, sauteed seasonal vegetables 46

vegetarian
Herb Grilled Zucchini & Squash
vodka tomato sauce, caprese “salad”,
orzo pasta, balsamic reduction  21


tonight’s half price wines

whites
Cote Midi Rose,
France 44 – 22
Giao Vinho Verde, Portugal 42 – 21
Crowded House Sauvignon Blanc,
Marlborough 42-21
When & Where Chenin Blanc, California 40 – 20
Daou Chardonnay, California 44 – 22

reds
King & Cannon Pinot Noir
, California 52 – 26
Bodega Lopez Malbec,
Argentina 40 – 20
When & Where Shiraz, California 40 – 20
Poe “Ultraviolet” Zinfandel,
California 48 – 24
Casa Lapostolle Cabernet Sauvignon,
Chile 46 – 23

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