Mr. Friendly's

New Southern Cafe

Author: Mr. Friendly (page 229 of 771)

Thursday Dinner Specials 4.4.19

starters
Grilled Apple & Arugula Salad
pickled onions, radish, toasted almonds, blackberries,
herb goat cheese, balsamic-herb vinaigrette 9

Crispy Fried Beaufort Soft Shell Crab
creole mustard beurre blanc,
grilled corn-grape tomato “salad” 14
soups
Coconut-Curry Chicken cilantro, jasmine rice
Low Country Seafood Bouillabaisse pesto croutons
Garden Fresh Gazpacho cilantro sour cream

entrees
Crispy Fried Beaufort Soft Shell Crabs
creole mustard beurre blanc,
grilled corn-grape tomato “salad”,
creamy stone-ground grits, sautéed veggies 28

Blackened N.C. Red Drum
green tomato-peppadew chow chow, cajun remoulade,
creamy stone-ground grits, stewed collards 24

Sesame Seared Yellowfin Tuna
mango-pineapple salsa, wasabi-yuzu aioli,
toasted almond jasmine rice, sesame-soy sautéed snow peas 25

Oven Roasted Manchester Farms Quail
two birds, andouille-cornbread stuffing,
cider-molasses bbq sauce,
roasted garlic mashed potatoes, creole slaw 25

Char-Grilled 14oz CAB Ribeye
blue cheese boursin stuffed portobello,
balsamic-truffle reduction,
roasted garlic mashed potatoes, grilled broccolini 31

Bite of the Week: Soft Shell Crab Louis!

I have a nostalgic bias when it comes to soft shells, which I first tried at Mr. Friendly’s, one sautéed, one steamed, with no breading. It was like eating the marsh on the first spring-like day, when there’s just enough warmth in the air to take off your shoes and feel the sun.

An uncoated, steamed or sautéed soft-shell crab is a delight, but so is one breaded and fried to crispy perfection. A recent lunch special at Mr. Friendly’s, the Crab Louis salad, keeps this fried treat light. Crisp lettuce and cucumbers, sweet grape tomatoes, and blue-crab roasted corn salsa are the perfect match for the fried soft shell. The salad’s wedges of hard-boiled egg put it in a league with Cobb and Niçoise salads, but with a superior protein.

Crab Louis (also spelled Crab Louie) is a classic dish whose history is hard to trace. It may (or may not) have been served first on the West Coast, possibly in Seattle, or maybe in San Francisco, in the early 20th century. The dressing most often resembles Thousand Island or occasionally Russian, chef’s choice. Like many classic American dishes, the origin and exact recipe is untraceable, meaning interpretations are endless. Mr. Friendly’s particular iteration, with fried soft shell instead of just the typical lump crab, is the perfect way to enjoy a soft shell crab for lunch.

Mr. Friendly’s is open for lunch Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and dinner Monday through Saturday from 5:30 p.m.

Written by Anne Wolfe Postic
Free Times Publication
April 4, 2019

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Thursday Dinner Specials 4.4.19

Crispy Fried “Alive Today” Soft Shell Crab Po’Boy
pickled veggie relish, fresh herb tartar sauce,
lettuce, tomato, shaved onion, chips, pickle 14

Crispy Fried “Alive Today” Soft Shell Crab Louis Salad
blue crab-roasted corn salsa, chopped egg, cucumbers,
shaved onions, grape tomatoes, housemade croutons, 1000 island dressing 14

Blackened N.C. Red Drum
green tomato-peppadew chow chow, creole beurre blanc,
creamy stone-ground grits, your choice of succotash or creole slaw 14

Slow Roasted Pulled Pork BBQ Plate
cider-mustard bbq sauce, buttermilk cornbread,
smoked gouda-bacon mac & cheese, stewed collard greens 12

Soups
Coconut-Curry Chicken  jasmine rice, cilantro
Low Country Seafood Bouillabaisse  pesto croutons
Garden Fresh Gazpacho  cilantro sour cream

Wednesday Dinner Specials 4.3.19

starters
Grilled Apple & Arugula Salad
pickled onions, radish, toasted almonds, blackberries,
herb goat cheese, balsamic-herb vinaigrette 9

Crispy Fried Beaufort Soft Shell Crab
tomato-saffron beurre blanc, arugula,
blue crab-asparagus “salad” 14
soups
Coconut-Curry Chicken cilantro, jasmine rice
Low Country Seafood Bouillabaisse pesto croutons
Garden Fresh Gazpacho cilantro sour cream

entrees
Crispy Fried Beaufort Soft Shell Crabs
tomato-saffron beurre blanc, arugula,
blue crab-asparagus “salad”
creamy stone-ground grits, sautéed veggies 28

Blackened N.C. Red Drum
crispy fried crawfish, cajun hollandaise,
creamy stone-ground grits, stewed collards 24

Sesame Seared Yellowfin Tuna
mango-pineapple salsa, wasabi-yuzu aioli,
toasted almond jasmine rice, sesame-soy sautéed snow peas 25

Char-Grilled 14oz CAB Ribeye
portobello demi glace, goat cheese boursin,
roasted garlic mashed potatoes, grilled broccolini 31

Wednesday Lunch Specials 4.3.19

Today’s Lunch Specials

Crispy Fried “Alive Today” Soft Shell Crab Po’Boy
pickled veggie relish, fresh herb tartar sauce,
lettuce, tomato, shaved onion, chips, pickle 14

Crispy Fried “Alive Today” Soft Shell Crab Louis Salad
blue crab-roasted corn salsa, chopped egg, cucumbers,
shaved onions, grape tomatoes, housemade croutons, 1000 island dressing 14

Blackened N.C. Red Drum
green tomato-peppadew chow chow, creole mustard remoulade,
creamy stone-ground grits, your choice of succotash or creole slaw 14

Low Country Grilled Pork Tenderloin
smoky bourbon bbq sauce, grilled corn & tomato “salad”,
creamy mashed potatoes, stewed collard greens 12

Soups
Coconut-Curry Chicken jasmine rice, cilantro
Low Country Seafood Bouillabaisse pesto croutons
Garden Fresh Gazpacho cilantro sour cream

Tuesday Dinner Specials 4.2.19

starters
Grilled Apple & Arugula Salad
pickled onions, radish, toasted almonds, blackberries,
herb goat cheese, balsamic-herb vinaigrette 9

Crispy Fried Beaufort Soft Shell Crab
tomato-saffron beurre blanc, blue crab-asparagus “salad” 14
soups
Coconut-Curry Chicken cilantro, jasmine rice
Low Country Seafood Bouillabaisse pesto croutons
Garden Fresh Gazpacho cilantro sour cream

entrees
Crispy Fried Beaufort Soft Shell Crabs
tomato-saffron beurre blanc, blue crab-asparagus “salad”
creamy stone-ground grits, sautéed veggies 28

Blackened N.C. Red Drum
crispy fried crawfish, cajun hollandaise,
creamy stone-ground grits, stewed collards 24

Sesame Seared Yellowfin Tuna
pineapple-ginger salsa, wasabi-yuzu aioli,
toasted almond jasmine rice, sesame-soy sautéed snow peas 25

Char-Grilled 14oz CAB Ribeye
portobello demi glace, goat cheese boursin,
roasted garlic mashed potatoes, grilled broccolini 31

Tuesday Lunch Specials 4.2.19

Bronzed Red Snapper
green tomato-peppadew chow chow, creole mustard remoulade,
creamy stone-ground grits, your choice of succotash or creole slaw  14

Mr. Friendly’s Famous House-Ground Meatloaf
blue cheese bbq sauce, crispy fried onion rings,
creamy mashed potatoes, your choice of succotash or creole slaw  13

Caribbean Jerk Grilled Shrimp over a Big Salad
pineapple salsa, toasted almonds, cucumbers, grape tomatoes,
shaved onions, mixed greens, honey-lime vinaigrette  14

Smoked Turkey-Applewood Bacon Melt
sherry-cayenne mayo, jack cheese, toasted ciabatta,
lettuce, tomato, shaved onion, chips, pickle  10

Soups
Coconut-Curry Chicken  jasmine rice, cilantro
Low Country Seafood Bouillabaisse  pesto croutons
Garden Fresh Gazpacho  cilantro sour cream

Monday Dinner Specials 4.1.19

starters
Grilled Apple & Arugula Salad
pickled onions, radish, toasted almonds, blackberries,
herb goat cheese, balsamic-herb vinaigrette 9

Crispy Fried Beaufort Soft Shell Crab
pickled veggie-shrimp relish, sherry-lemon beurre blanc 14

soups
Coconut-Curry Chicken  cilantro, jasmine rice
Roasted Tomato Bisque  herb goat cheese
Garden Fresh Gazpacho  cilantro sour cream

entrees
Blackened Red Snapper
okra-crawfish sauté, corn-grape tomato “salad”
creamy stone-ground grits, stewed collards 24

Sesame Seared Yellowfin Tuna
pineapple-ginger salsa, thai chile-ginger vinaigrette,
toasted almond jasmine rice, sesame-soy sautéed snow peas 25

Mr. Friendly’s Famous Meatloaf
house-ground beef tenderloin & angus ribeye,
blue cheese bbq sauce, crispy fried onion rings,
roasted garlic mashed potatoes, stewed collard greens 18

Char-Grilled 14oz CAB Ribeye
portobello demi glace, goat cheese boursin,
roasted garlic mashed potatoes, grilled broccolini 31

Monday Lunch Specials 4.1.19

Bronzed Wild N.C. Striped Bass
grilled corn-tomato “salad”, sherry-lemon beurre blanc,
creamy stone-ground grits, your choice of succotash or creole slaw 14

Crispy Fried “Alive Today” Soft Shell Crab Po’ Boy
pickled veggie relish, fresh herb tartar sauce,
lettuce, tomato, shaved onion, chips, pickle 14

Caribbean Jerk Grilled Shrimp over a Big Salad
pineapple salsa, toasted almonds, cucumbers, grape tomatoes,
shaved onions, mixed greens, honey-lime vinaigrette 14

Creamy Chicken Salad Sandwich
fresh herb chicken salad, toasted croissant,
lettuce, tomato, shaved onion, chips, pickle 10

Soups
Coconut-Curry Chicken  jasmine rice, cilantro
Roasted Tomato Bisque  herb goat cheese
Garden Fresh Gazpacho  cilantro sour cream

Saturday Dinner Specials 3.30.19

starters
Grilled Apple & Arugula Salad
pickled onions, radish, toasted almonds, blackberries,
herb goat cheese, balsamic-herb vinaigrette 9

Crispy Fried Beaufort Soft Shell Crab
pickled veggie-shrimp relish, sherry-lemon beurre blanc 14
soups
Southwest Black Bean & Chicken cilantro sour cream
Roasted Tomato Bisque herb goat cheese
Garden Fresh Gazpacho cilantro sour cream

entrees
Blackened Wild N.C Striped Bass
okra-crawfish sauté, tobacco onions,
andouille sausage dirty rice, creole slaw 25

Sesame Seared Yellowfin Tuna
pineapple-ginger salsa, thai chile-ginger vinaigrette,
toasted almond jasmine rice, sautéed veggies 25

Crispy Fried Beaufort Soft Shell Crabs
pickled veggie-shrimp relish, sherry-lemon beurre blanc,
creamy stone-ground grits, sautéed veggies 28

Char-Grilled 14oz CAB Ribeye “Oscar”
lemon-butter poached lump crab, dijon-chive hollandaise,
roasted garlic mashed potatoes, grilled broccolini 31

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