Rustic Inn Cafe Menu
Welcome to Rustic Inn Cafe, a culinary gem nestled at 2773 MN-61, Two Harbors, MN. This charming spot is a must-visit for anyone exploring the scenic North Shore. With a cozy atmosphere and a delightful outdoor waiting area, the cafe provides a welcoming ambiance enhanced by friendly service despite occasional wait times due to staffing shortages.
The menu features a tantalizing selection of homemade comfort food. Guests rave about the dill burger and the fried potatoes that are crispy perfection. Be sure to save room for dessert, as the cafe’s homemade pies, such as the North Shore Berry Crumble and chocolate peanut butter pie, come highly recommended. While prices may be a tad on the higher side, the flavor and quality justify the expense. A visit to Rustic Inn Cafe promises a memorable dining experience where every bite feels like home.
Appetizers
Castle Danger Beer Battered O-Rings
A castle danger tradition, battered to order
Sauteed Sausage And Peppers
Sweet italian sausage, red peppers, green peppers, parmesan, ciabatta toast points and marinara
Naan Pizza
Naan flatbread, roasted red pepper hummus, kalamata olives, artichokes, red onion, tomatoes, carrots, feta cheese. Vegetarian
Smoked Brisket Nachos
Bbq'd beef brisket, peppers, onions, queso cheese, tri-colored chips, lettuce, salsa and sour cream
Rustic Inn Walleye Cakes
Two large homemade walleye cakes, served with tartar sauce and lemon wedges
Hamburger
Cranberry Wild Rice Reuben
Corned beef or smoked turkey, grilled wild rice bread, pepper-jack cheese, homemade castle danger beer sauerkraut and thousand island dressing
Grilled Turkey Melt
Ferndale smoked turkey, applewood smoked bacon, cheddar jack cheese on grilled sourdough bread. Gluten free modification available
Rustic Cubano
Tender roast beef & corned beef brisket, red onions, pepper jack cheese, whole grain mustard sauce and pickles on a toasted ciabatta bun. Gluten free modification available
Smoked Bbq'd Brisket Sandwich
Bbq'd brisket on a brioche bun topped with homemade coleslaw. Gluten free modification available
Classic Club House
Ferndale turkey, applewood smoked bacon, pecan wood smoked shoulder bacon, lettuce, mayo and tomato. Gluten free modification available
Buffalo Chicken Ranch Wrap
Chicken, lettuce, ranch, buffalo sauce, tomatoes and shredded cheese
Fish Taco Wrap
Deep fried alaskan pollack, cilantro lime slaw, queso fresco
Slow Smoked Rib Dinner
Tender in house smoked ribs, served with your choice of potato & fresh asparagus
Pot Roast Dinner
Slow roasted beef, mashed potatoes, gravy, & the daily vegetable
Wild Rice Meatloaf Dinner
Wild rice meatloaf, homemade mashed potatoes, gravy, & the daily vegetable
Chicken Vegetable Alfredo
Sauteed mushrooms, onions, carrots, tomatoes, topped with marinated grilled chicken breast and fresh parmesan
Chicken Breast
Cranberry Wild Rice Rachel
Corned beef or smoked turkey, grilled wild rice bread, pepper-jack cheese, homemade castle danger beer sauerkraut and thousand island dressing
Sandwiches & Dinners
Just For Kids
Grilled Cheese
Choice of fries, chips or tots
Chicken Fingers
Choice of fries, chips or tots
Kid Noodles
Served with ciabatta toast points
Homemade Chicken Wild Rice Soup
Seared Scallop Salad
Fresh berries, candied pecans, feta cheese on a bed of fresh spinach all drizzled with a blueberry pomegranate vinaigrette
Chef Salad
Lettuce blend, tomatoes, turkey, ham, cucumbers, egg & cheddar jack cheese
Rustic Chopped Salad
Lettuce blend, kalamata olives, egg, capers, feta, tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots and greek vinaigrette
Salads
Starters To Share
Smoked Brisket Nachos
Smoked brisket, pico de gillo, jalepeno queso, lettuce, sour cream, fresh fried corn tortillas
Hummus Flatbread Pizza
8" naan, hummus, seasonal vegetables, feta
Rustic Inn Walleye Cakes
Housemade walleye cakes, lemon caper aioli, pickled cabbage, lemon
Castle Danger Beer Battered O-Rings
A castle danger tradition, battered to order
Smoked Salmon
Honey smoked salmon, capers, whipped boursin cheese, roasted tomato relish, garlic crostini
Steak Bites
Tender steak bites, shallots, garlic, parsley, blue cheese fondue, garlic crostini
Southwest Chicken Salad
(Gf) new marinated chicken, black bean salsa, mixed greens, corn tortillas, tomatoes, cheddar jack cheese, chipotle ranch
Caesar Salad
Our housemade caesar dressing, croutons and parmesan
Rustic Chopped Salad
(Gf) lettuce blend, kalamata olives, egg, capers, feta, tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots and greek vinaigrette
Summer Berry Shrimp Salad
Pan seared shrimp, spinach, feta, blueberries, raspberries, candied pecans, blueberry pomegranate vinaigrette
Turkey Sandwich Combo
Our own homemade cranberry wild rice bread, smoked ferndale turkey, cranberry mustard, lettuce, tomato and swiss cheese with your choice of soup or salad and a slice of pie
Bowl Of Soup
Try the housemade soup of the day
Soup & Salads
Burgers
Plain Jane
Lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickles, cheddar cheese, brioche bun
Patty Melt
Caramelized onions, swiss cheese, pumpernickle bread
Bacon Cheese Burger
Apple wood smoked bacon, fried onions, house pickles, cheddar cheese, brioche bun
Green Olive
Sliced green olives, herb cream cheese, caramelized onions, pickles, brioche bun
Classic Club House
Ferndale smoked turkey, applewood smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, avocado, mayo, sourdough bread
Buffalo Chicken Ranch Wrap
Chicken, lettuce, ranch, buffalo sauce, tomatoes and shredded cheese
Cranberry Wild Rice Reuben
Corned beef or smoked turkey, grilled wild rice bread, pepper-jack cheese, homemade castle danger beer sauerkraut, thousand island dressing
Cranberry Wild Rice Rachel
Corned beef or smoked turkey, grilled wild rice bread, pepper-jack cheese, homemade castle danger beer sauerkraut, thousand island dressing
Fish Tacos
Castle danger beer battered walleye, tequila lime slaw, chipotle mayo, cheddar jack cheese
Hot Beef
Tender roast beef, mashed potatoes, homemade gravy, open faced on sourdough bread
Hand Breaded Pork Tenderloin Sandwich
Hand breaded, deep fried, lettuce, pickles, mayo, tomato, red onion, brioche bun
North Shore Philly
Shaved sirloin, sauteed onion and peppers, swiss cheese, toasted hoagie roll
Eggplant Parm Sandwich
New panko breaded eggplant, deep fried, tomato garlic sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil, ciabatta roll
Smoked Salmon Sandwich
House smoked salmon, lettuce, tomato, red onion, horseradish cream cheese sauce, toasted ciabatta roll
Handhelds
Entrees
Steak Frites
Marinated grilled hanger steak, lemon green salad, parmesan fries
Shrimp
(Gf) pan seared jumbo shrimp, pineapple salsa, jalapeno honey glaze, choice of potato, seasonal vegetables
Wild Rice Meatloaf Dinner
Wild rice meatloaf, homemade mashed potatoes, gravy, seasonal vegetable
Cherry Smoked Bbq Pork Ribs
(Gf) in house smoked ribs, smoked black pepper bbq sauce, seasonal vegetable, choice of potato
Walleye "Picatta"
Walleye, capers, garlic, white wine sauce, parmesan gremolata, choice of potato, seasonal vegetable
Grilled Chicken & Wild Rice Pilaf
Marinated 8oz chicken breast seared, sauteed vegetables, wild rice pilaf
Pasta Puttanesca
New capers, olives, red onion, tomato, fresh herbs, tomato garlic sauce, parmesan cheese, penne pasta
Carbonarra
New apple wood smoked bacon, peas, onions, parmesan cheese cream souce, egg, linguini pasta
Lemon Angel
Meringue crust filled with a layer of lemon cream and topped with a layer of sweetened cream
Raspberry
Meringue crust filled with either filling. Topped with a cream cheese whipped cream
Blueberry Cream
Meringue crust filled with either filling. Topped with a cream cheese whipped cream
Five Layer Chocolate
Our pie crust, cinnamon meringue, layer of chocolate, cinnamon cream, then a layer of chocolate cream
Peanut Butter
Our own chocolate cookie crust, peanut butter cream cheese filling, topped with chocolate ganache
Caramel Apple Pecan
Homemade apple pie topped with oat crumb topping. Caramel and candied pecans
North Shore Berry Crumb
Apples, rhubarb, blueberries and strawberries, with an oat crumb topping
Carrot Cake
Probably the best carrot cake you'll ever have, cream cheese icing
Signature Pies
Red Wines
Angeline Cabernet
California
Mcmanis-Merlot
Lodi ava california
Wild Horse-Merlot
Central coast
Sebastiani-Merlot
Sonoma county- california
Josh-Red Blend
California
Raeburn-Chardonnay
Russian river valley
Slow Press Chardonnay
Monterey county
Benziger-Chardonnay
Sonoma county, california
Josh Cellars-Sauvignon Blanc
Northern coast, california
13 Celsius Pinot Grigio
Italy
Astoria Prosecco
Italy
Jj. Muller-Riesling
Germany
Risata-Moscato D'asti
Italy
White Wines
Featured Cocktails
Bloody Good Mary
Prairie vodka, castle danger snit
Campers Coffee
Grand marnier, jameson, irish cream, coffee
Old Fashioned Malt
Vanilla, caramel, chocolate, strawberry
Shake
Vanilla, caramel, chocolate, strawberry