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 The Booksellers Bistro Menu
 

Beginnings
Homemade Soup Cup ~ 3.95 ~ Bowl ~ 4.95 ~
You can choose between our signature soups “Tomato Blue Cheese” or the soup of the day.
Vegetarian Chili 
Cup ~ 5.95 ~Entrée ~ 9.25 ~
A mild and earthy chili with an assortment of beans and vegetables served over a bed of rice and topped with scallions, Monterey jack cheese and sour cream.  Full of flavor, but not spicy.  You can add jalapenos or kick it up a notch with hot sauce.   

Mediterranean Platter            ~ 10.95 ~
Hummus, White Bean and Feta dip, Pita wedges, olives, surround a roasted beet salad with toasted walnuts, feta, and marinated red onions on a bed of greens with mint and dressed with a light oil and vinaigrette.  Make this a meal or an appetizer to share with friends…

Asian Lettuce Cups                      ~ 5.95 ~
A mixture of ground turkey, mixed Asian vegetables and seasonings, and peanuts; nestled in a romaine lettuce leaf and garnished with sesame seeds.   

Baked Brie with Caramel and Almond            ~ 10.95 ~
Warm Brie cheese drizzled with caramel, topped with toasted almonds, and served with pear slices, toasted French bread and drizzled with caramel.

Spinach Artichoke Quesadilla          ~ 9.95 ~
A generous blend of spinach, artichoke, and Parmesan and jack cheese grilled between flour tortillas.  Mandarin orange Salsa and sour cream accompany this tried and true dish.                                    
Add Chicken ~ 3.95 ~    Add Shrimp ~ 4.95 ~

Chicken Sata3 for ~ 6.95 ~5 for ~ 8.95 ~      
Bites of barbecued Thai spiced chicken on a stick are always welcome.  Satay served with a traditional peanut and coconut dipping sauce and a scoop of Asian seasoned rice.   

Hummus                                    ~ 4.95 ~
White Bean and Feta or a traditional Hummus served with Pita wedges and a tomato cucumber medley.                   

Salads
Add a cup of soup to any full size salad for $2.95

Alton Browns Spinach Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing  ~ 6.25 ~   ~ 9.95 ~
Baby spinach drizzled with warm bacon dressing, slices of hardboiled egg, button mushrooms, slivered red onions and crisp bacon.          
w/Chicken  3.95           w/Shrimp 4.95          w/Salmon  5.95

Olympic Salmon Salad                              ~ 14.95 ~
Grilled Atlantic salmon served on chopped romaine lettuce and topped with a Mediterranean salsa of tomatoes, kalamata olives, artichoke hearts and red onion and sprinkled with shredded mozzarella cheese.

Pear and Blue Cheese Salad   ~ 7.25 ~     ~ 10.95 ~
Crisp pear slices, toasted almonds, golden raisins, and crumbled blue cheese rest atop a bed of spring greens and chopped romaine.  Served with “our” Pear and Poppy seed dressing.

Black and Blue Salad                                 ~ 10.95 ~
A little heat with a lot of flavor.  Blackened chicken served on mixed greens and topped with fresh bleu cheese crumbles, red onion, tomatoes, and our Buttermilk Ranch dressing.

Roasted Turkey and Cranberry and Feta Salad
                            ~ 10.95 ~
Baby spinach topped with fresh oven-roasted turkey, dried cranberries, red onion slivers and fire roasted walnuts for a little bit of heat.  Served with our Sherry Vinaigrette.

Asian Noodle Salad                                    ~ 9.95 ~
We took the flavor profile of our Asian lettuce cups and merged them with Angel hair pasta.  Seasoned ground turkey, mixed vegetables, and chopped peanuts atop angel hair pasta.  Salad is served slightly warm, topped with sesame seeds and a Hoisin sauce.

Salad Due                                               ~ 10.95 ~
A scoop of chicken salad and a scoop of tuna salad atop a bed of greens served with our House dressing and grilled pita points.  


Blackened Tilapia                                   ~ 12.95 ~   
Seasoned Tilapia gently grilled and placed on a bed of mixed greens with seasoned cornbread croutons chopped tomatoes, roasted corn and shredded cheddar cheese. Served with a homemade Buttermilk Ranch dressing. 


House Salad   ~ 5.50 ~      ~ 8.95 ~   
A salad composed of mixed greens, romaine, carrots, cucumber, tomatoes, croutons and parmesan      cheese.  Served with our House vinaigrette dressing.      
w/Salmon   ~ 5.95 ~                   w/Shrimp   ~4.95 ~        w/Chicken   ~ 3.95 ~

Wedge Lettuce         ~ 6.95 ~
The presentation is simple but delightful in tradition and taste……..A wedge of crisp head lettuce served with our homemade buttermilk herb dressing and topped with crisp bacon and chopped tomatoes.

Mid-Day’s Food
All sandwiches are served with your choice of tossed field greens or kettle chips.             

Add a cup of soup to any of our full size sandwiches or quiche for just $2.95.

Chicken Salad Croissant                 ~ 9.95 ~
Seasoned white meat chicken salad served on a buttery croissant and topped with lettuce, tomato, Provolone cheese and crisp bacon.

Albacore Tuna Melt        ~ 8.95 ~
Albacore tuna salad piled high on multi-grain bread and grilled with cheddar cheese and tomato slices.

Grilled Ham and Brie Sandwich        ~ 9.25 ~
Warm Brie, ham, and blue cheese are grilled between slices of sourdough bread which is spread with subtle   sweet peach preserves.

Avocado BLT    (Americas Test Kitchen)                                       ~ 8.95 ~
Traditional BLT kicked up a notch….ATK added fresh avocados slices and chipotle mayonnaise; served on toasted multi-grain bread.  Try the sandwich on Texas toast for a lighter sandwich.

Baked Chicken Avocado Wrap         ~ 9.95~
A flour tortilla filled with blackened chicken, black beans, Monterey Jack cheese, and avocado corn salsa; served with a dollop of sour cream and a side of Mandarin Orange dipping sauce.

Turkey Burger (Rachel Ray)         ~ $8.95 ~
Sensational turkey burger made with fresh ground turkey, horseradish, and cheddar cheese grilled and served on a Kaiser roll and topped with Dijon mustard, lettuce and fresh cranberry sauce.  The perfect marriage of spicy and sweet.

Cornmeal Crusted Tilapia Sandwiches with Lime Aioli                      ~ 9.75 ~
Tilapia fillet dredged in a seasoned cornmeal, baked in the oven to ensure a nice crisp breading. Sandwich served on a toasted Kaiser roll with lettuce, tomato and Lime aioli.  The seasoned cornmeal and lime aioli really makes this sandwich stand out in flavor. 

Half Sandwich Special        ~ $8.95 ~    
Half sandwich with a choice of a cup of soup or a side of house greens.  Ask your server for the daily offering.

Portabella Mushroom Sandwich    ~ 9.75 ~
A favorite of our regulars and vegetarians!  A marinated and roasted portabella mushroom cap served on a Kaiser roll and topped with red onion, lettuce, tomato, lemon rosemary mayonnaise and melted Monterey Jack cheese.

Homemade Quiche                      ~ 9.75 ~
Our homemade quiche has been famous all over the city.  We start with a buttery, flaky crust, and fill it with delicious custard full of the daily vegetables, meats and cheeses.  Each day we offer a vegetarian quiche and a meat quiche.  We always serve you a quarter of a pie with a side of tossed greens and a fruit cup.

5:00 and later  
Add a cup of soup for any full size entrée ~ 2.95 ~

Add House salad ~ 4.50 ~    

Alpine Chicken Pasta (Michael Lamonaco’s)  
Half ~ 9.95 ~    Full ~ 13.95 ~
A cookbook favorite combining the simplicity of good ol’ American mac and cheese with the sophistication of penne pasta tossed with Parmesan and Fontina cheeses, roasted red peppers and topped with seasoned chicken. 
Suggested wine:“Acrobat” by King Estate Pinot Gris
Trapiche “Oak Cask” Malbec

Eli’s Asian Salmon
   (Barefoot Contessa)        ~15.25 ~
Salmon filet rolled in Panko breadcrumbs, drizzled with our Asian sauce of rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, onion and ginger.  Served with seasoned rice and sautéed Asian vegetables. 
Suggested Wine:Cono Sur “Bicycle” Viogner  
Five River Ranches Pinot Noir


Barbecue Shrimp             ~ 14.95 ~                Tender shrimp simmered in a Creole barbecue sauce with red bell peppers, green beans and served over a generous piece of Grandma's cornbread.
Suggested Wine: Dr. Pauly “Noble House Riesling”      Penfolds “Koonunga Hills” Shiraz       

Chicken Piccata with Rosemary Polenta
(Barefoot Contessa)         ~ 12.95 ~
Chicken breast cutlets dredged in flour, pan sautéed and cooked till golden in color; dressed with green olives and an artichoke lemon wine sauce that is showcased upon this wonderfully rich in flavor “rosemary polenta”.  Served with a side of greens and house dressing.  
Suggested Wine:Ferrari-Carrano “Bella Luce”    
Sterling “Vitner's Collection” Merlot


Maryland Style Crab Cakes  
Half ~12.95~        Full ~20.95~
Jumbo lump crabmeat, Panko bread crumbs and little else make these the best crab cakes you’ve had since your last trip to Baltimore.  Served with Creole aioli.
Suggested Wine:Fault Line Sauvignon Blanc
Bello Glos “Meiomi” Pinot Noir


Seafood Orleans                 ~22.95 ~
Today’s catch sautéed in Cajun butter with lump crab meat and shrimp. One of Paul Prudohomme’s favorites.
Suggested Wine:Ferrari-Carrano Fume Blanc       
Candor Zinfandel

Merlot Duck                        ~ 19.95 ~
Duck breast oven roasted and sliced with chefs’ merlot glaze.
Suggested Wine:Clos du Bois Chardonnay             Sterling “Vinter"s Collection” Merlot

Fried Green Tomatoes Napoleon        ~ 13.95 ~
Pan fried green tomatoes layered with sautéed spinach and goat cheese.  Topped with a balsamic glaze.
Suggested wine:“Acrobat” by King Estate Pinot Gris  Liberty School Cabernet Sauvignon

Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy ~ 14.95 ~
A classic comfort meal; seasoned minced beef is paired with buttermilk herb mashed potatoes, seasoned corn, Portabella and Button mushroom gravy. 
Suggested Wine:Cono Sur “Bicycle” Viognier          Trapiche “Oak Cast” Malbec

Desserts
Make it á la mode    add 1.25

Fruits of the Forest Pie     ~ 5.00 ~
Rhubarb, strawberry, apples, & mixed berries.
Sugar-Free Blueberry Pie     ~ 5.00 ~
Tiramisu    ~ 5.75~
Ladyfingers soaked in liquor and layered with Italian crème. Topped with slivered almonds and chocolate.
Peanut Butter Mousse Pie    ~ 5.75~
Graham cracker crumb crust filled with peanut butter mousse, topped with a layer of chocolate ganache.
Bread Pudding    ~ 5.75~
Our version of Paula Deen’s bread pudding served warm with pecans & brandy.
Chocolate Turtle Brownie Sundae    ~ 6.75~
Petite Turtle Brownie Sundae    ~ 4.25~
A warm turtle brownie topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, chocolate, caramel, whipped cream, & a cherry.
Dessert Features    
Ask your server for details.
From the bakery
Mini Almond Bundt Cakes (when available)
~ 3.25~
Cookies (selection changes often; ask your server)    ~ 1.35~
Gooey Butter Bars    ~ 3.95~
Muffin    ~ 1.95~
Turtle Brownie    ~ 3.25~

Coffee Bar

Hot Chocolate     ~ 3.25 / 3.75 ~
House Coffee
      ~ 2.25 ~
Café au Lait      ~ 2.95 / 3.50 ~ 
Mocha Jo      ~ 3.25 / 3.75 ~ 
Espresso       ~ 2.25 ~ 
Red Eye      ~ 2.95/3.25 ~ 
Café Americano      ~ 2.25 ~ 
Macchiato     ~ 2.25 ~ 
Con Panna      ~ 2.75 ~ 
Latte     ~ 3.25/3.95 ~ 
Cappuccino      ~ 3.25 / 3.95 ~ 
Café Mocha      ~ 3.50 / 3.95 ~ 
Chai Latte      ~ 3.75 / 4.25 ~ 
Steamer      ~ 3.25 / 3.75 ~ 
Hot Tea      ~ 2.50 ~ 
British Breakfast, Chamomile Lemon, Earl Grey, Ginger Peach, Green Tea, Orange Ginger Mint

Beverages

Juice    1.95
apple, orange, or cranberry
Iced Tea    2.50 Fruit Tea    2.75
Soft Drink    2.50
Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Dr. Pepper, Lemonade
IBC Root Beer    2.75

 Breakfast
Served daily until 11 a.m. Monday thru Friday; until
3 p.m. Saturday & Sunday.

Traditional Egg Platter    ~ 7.95 ~
Two eggs any style, hash brown casserole, fresh fruit, toast, and your choice of bacon or sausage.
Bacon, Onion, Mushroom, & Swiss Omele 9.25 ~
With hash brown casserole, toast, and fresh fruit.
Spinach, Tomato, & Feta Omelet   ~ 9.25 ~
Hash brown casserole, toast, and fresh fruit.
Breakfast Burrito   ~ 8.50 ~
Scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese, and black beans rolled in a flour tortilla. Served with hash brown casserole, fruit, and avocado corn salsa.
Breakfast Croissant Sandwich     ~ 8.25 ~
Scrambled eggs topped with your choice of Swiss or Cheddar,  and bacon or sausage. With fresh fruit.
Quiche of the Day     ~ 9.75 ~
Each day we offer a different veggie and meat option. Served with hash brown casserole and fresh fruit.
Crème Brûlée French Toast     ~ 8.25 ~
with banana & berries     ~ 9.25 ~
Topped with a crème brûlée sauce and served with your choice of bacon or sausage.
Pancakes     ~ 7.50 ~
with banana & berries     ~ 8.50
Stack of three with maple-flavored syrup and your choice of bacon or sausage.
Yogurt Berry Crunch     ~ 8.75 ~
A banana-lined boat filled with fresh fruit, vanilla yogurt, and low-fat granola. Served with a fresh-baked muffin.