The Rusty Pelican Menu With Prices & Happy Hour

Name: The Rusty Pelican
Address: 2425 N Rocky Point Dr, Tampa, FL 33607, Tampa, FL, US
Telephone: +1 813-281-1943
Price range: $$

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2425 N Rocky Point Dr, Tampa, FL 33607

+1 813-281-1943 · tap to call

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How far is The Rusty Pelican?

2425 N Rocky Point Dr, Tampa, FL 33607

Distance from central Tampa6.1 mi

Straight-line distance from the midpoint of our Tampa listings.

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Hours of Operation

Monday11 am–10:30 pm

Tuesday11 am–10:30 pm

Wednesday11 am–10:30 pm

Thursday11 am–10:30 pm

Friday11 am–12 am

Saturday10:30 am–12 am

Sunday10:30 am–10:30 pm

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Happy Hour & Drinks

Updated August 2026

Mon-Fri · 4 PM-6:30 PM

Half Off Food Items

Fried Calamari

Tempura Peppers and Onions, Citrus Buffalo Aioli

$10.50

Crab Cake

Lump Crab & Shrimp, Grilled Sweet Corn, Diced Mixed Peppers, Chipotle and Ginger Aioli, Fresh Chives

$12

Key West Conch Fritters

Piña Colada Dipping Sauce, Fresh Lime and Cilantro

$8.50

Coconut Shrimp

Orange-Ginger Marmalade, Pickled Fresno Peppers

$9.50

Crispy Brussels Sprouts

Thai Chili Glaze, Young Coconut, Basil, Mint

$7.50

Chilled Oysters

Half Dozen, East and West Coast, Ancho Chili Cocktail Sauce, Pink Peppercorn & Champagne Mignonette. East Coast - Briny flavor, salty and a bit sweet with a clean taste of the ocean West Coast -Mild and plump, slightly salty with bright notes of melon and cucumber

$12

Classic Caesar Salad

Shaved Parmesan, Garlic Roasted Croutons, Crisp Capers

$7.50

Rusty Fries

Parmesan, Rosemary, Parsley

$4.50

Happy Hour Drinks

Beer

Jai Alai IPA, Michelob Ultra, Yuengling, Estrella Galicia

House Wine

Tott's - Sparkling Wine Sea Sun By Caymus - Chardonnay, Pinot Noir Chateau Souverain - Cabernet

Well Drinks

New Amsterdam Vodka, New Amsterdam Gin, Bacardi Silver Rum, Benchmark Bourbon, Corazon Silver Tequila

Specialty Cocktails

Oopsie Daisy!, Strawberry Dreamin', One In A Melon, Whiskey Me Softly

Main Character Energy

Ghosted

The text you're still waiting for Don Julio Blanco Tequila, Mango, Lime Juice, Cilantro, Chamoy, Tajín, Firewater Habanero

$18

Belle

Every girl dreams of a fairytale romance Ketel One Peach & Orange Blossom Vodka, St-Germain, Lemon Juice, Rose And Plumeria Essence

$18

The "Pear"Fect Pour

Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Belle Pear Cognac, Lotus Flower Vermouth, Pear, Lemon Juice, Cinnamon Bark Syrup, Clarified In A Cinnamon Toast Crunch Milk Bath, Finished With Cardamom

Pass Me One

Hibiscus-Infused Nolet's Silver Dry Gin With Passion Fruit, Marigold-Turmeric Tea, Falernum, Passion Fruit-Citrus

Shaken Reputations

Above the Clouds

Ginger-Infused Wheatley Vodka, Joto Yuzu Sake, Kleos Mastiha Liqueur, Lemon Juice, And Orange-Ginger Tea, Lychee Caviar And Citrus Aloe Foam

$17

Petals & Pearls

Ketel One Vodka, Blueberry, Crème De Violette, Lillet Blanc, Lemon Juice, Dry Flowers And Blueberry Granola Cone

$17

Oopsie Daisy

Cazadores Blanco Tequila, St-Germain, Blood Orange, Agave, And Mint, Tajín And Candied Ginger

$15

One In A Melon

Cazadores Blanco Tequila, Watermelon, Lime Juice, Pink Himalayan Salt, Mint, Dehydrated Lime

$15

The Finest Hour

Traveller Whiskey, Vanilla Brown Sugar, Walnut Bitters, Served In A Smoke-Filled Glass

$17

A Sip to Remember

Dave's Margarita

Cazadores Blanco Tequila, Grand Marnier, Cointreau, Lime Juice, Agave

$16

Strawberry Dreamin'

Ketel One Vodka, Strawberry, Lime Juice, Bene Ginger Beer, Fresh Ginger, Mint

$16

Tropic(al) Thunder

Bacardi 8-Year Rum, Pineapple, Coconut, Lime Juice, Ginger, Roasted Pineapple

$17

Free-Spirited

Freckles

Lemonade, Strawberry Purée, Candied Strawberry, Mint

$11

Golden Root

Turmeric, Lemon Verbena, Lemon, Ginger, Honey

$13

Orange Blossom Spritz

Mionetto Na Aperitivo, Mionetto Alcohol-Removed Prosecco, Soda, Orange

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The Rusty Pelican Brunch Menu

Bottomless Mimosas

Mix & Match Mimosas with Two Flavors

Watermelon & Lime, Cucumber & Mint, Mango & Tajin, Signature Orange

$30

Starters

Crab Cake

Lump Crab and Shrimp, Grilled Sweet Corn, Diced Mixed Peppers, Chipotle & Ginger Aioli

$27

Brunchy Type Of Things

Berry Boujee French Toast

Strawberry & Cherry Blossom Cream, Brûléed Lemon Curd, Mixed Berries, Whipped Crème Fraîche

$22

Hangover Hash

Braised Short Rib, Poached Egg, Roasted Potatoes, Onions, Peppers, Hollandaise

$23

Hot Honey Fried Chicken & Waffle

Orange-Cinnamon Waffle, Maple Syrup

$27

Three Eggs Omelet

Served with Breakfast Spuds

Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Garlic Aioli, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Brioche Bun, Rusty Fries

$22

Seared Atlantic Salmon B.L.T

Caper Lime Remoulade, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Brioche Bun, Rusty Fries

$23

Rusty Pelican Board for Two

Lobster Benedict, 12oz Prime New York Strip, Hot Honey Fried Chicken & Waffle, Breakfast Spuds Enhancements: 1/2 lb Snow Crab Legs +24, or 7oz Lobster Tail +40

$130

Signature "Bennys"

Crab Cake Benedict

Lump Crab & Shrimp, Chipotle Hollandaise, Brioche Bread

$30

Smoked Salmon Benedict

Salmon Roe, Dill, Brioche Bread

$23

New York Steak Benedict

12oz Prime Beef, Chimichurri, Blistered Tomatoes, Brioche Bread

$55

Lobster Benedict

Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread, Crispy Shallots, Brioche Bread

$40

Classic Eggs Benedict

Grilled Canadian Bacon, Brioche Toast

$21

Sides Matter

Breakfast Spuds

Chicken Apple Sausage

Applewood Smoked Bacon

Belgian Waffle

Buttermilk Pancakes

Seasonal Fruit

The Rusty Pelican Dinner Menu

Starters

Pink Peppercorn Beef Carpaccio

Black Truffle Vinaigrette, Garlic Aioli, Chips

$24

Crispy Brussels Sprouts

Thai Chili Glaze, Young Coconut, Thai Basil, Mint

$19

Pink Brick

Wagyu Carpaccio Scorched Tableside, Black Truffle Butter, Chimichurri

$32

Crab & Shrimp Dip

Roasted Garlic, Mozzarella, Toasted Breadcrumbs, Garlic Toast

$21

Crispy Calamari

Citrus Buffalo Sauce, Sweet Peppers, Onions

$24

Herb-Marinated Grilled Octopus

Crispy Sunchokes, Fingerling Potatoes

$28

Crab Cake

Lump Crab & Shrimp, Grilled Corn, Peppers, Chipotle Aioli

$28

Coconut Shrimp

Orange-Ginger Marmalade, Pickled Fresno Peppers

$19

Raw Bar

Truffle Salmon Nigiri

Truffle-Lemon Ponzu

$19

Shrimp Cocktail

Citrus-Poached Tiger Shrimp, Ancho Chile Cocktail Sauce

$19

Chilled Oysters

Chef's Daily Selection, Pink Peppercorn Mignonette, Ancho Chile Cocktail Sauce

$25

Seafood Tower

Atlantic Lobster, Snow Crab, Truffle Salmon Nigiri, Colossal Shrimp, Chef's Daily Selection of Oysters, Chilled Lobster & Crab Salad

Soup & Salads

Lobster Bisque

Poached Lobster, Fennel, Chives, Crème Fraîche

$17

French Onion Soup

Sweet Onions, Cheddar, Provolone

$14

Classic Caesar Salad

Crispy Capers, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Roasted Garlic Croutons

$16

Wedge

Ranch, Cherry Tomatoes, Blue Cheese, Pickled Red Onions, Bacon Lardons

$18

Chilled Lobster & Shrimp Salad

Organic Greens, Mango, Edamame, Pickled Onions, Peppers, Citrus Dressing, Cornbread Crumble

$34

Specialties

Miso-Marinated Black Cod

Forbidden Black Thai Rice, Grilled Broccolini, Sweet Chili Sauce

$45

Wine-Braised Beef Short Rib

50/50 Mash, Onion Rings, Demi Glaze

$43

Blackened Swordfish

Sweet Potato Purée, Grilled Broccolini, Roasted Jalapeño Lime Dressing, Crispy Plantain

$43

ROASTED ORGANIC HALF CHICKEN

Truffle Creamed Corn, Roasted Root Vegetables

$36

Pan-Seared Grouper

Herbed Risotto, Basil Beurre Blanc Upgrade To Crab-Topped Grouper +13

$44

Atlantic Salmon

Caper Beurre Blanc, 50/50 Mash, Grilled Broccolini Upgrade To Crab-Topped Salmon +13

$36

Crispy Whole Snapper

Creamy Coconut Orzo, Arugula & Grilled Corn Salad, Roasted Jalapeño Lime Dressing

$46

Lobster and Shrimp Risotto

Snow Peas and Carrots

$46

LOBSTER & SHRIMP BUCATINI

Squid Ink Pasta, Spicy Tomato Sauce, 'Nduja Sausage Breadcrumbs

$39

Broccolini & Crispy Tofu

Soy-Honey Glazed Tofu, Ginger Broccoli Purée, Roasted Red Peppers, Toasted Sunflower Seeds

$29

RP Signature Items

Surf and Turf

8oz Filet Mignon, Half Lobster Tail, 50/50 Mash, Grilled Broccolini, Garlic Confit

$85

The Steak Progressive

Three Cuts of Premium Steak Plated with Himalayan Salt, Garlic Confit, Shallot Marmalade, Crushed Pink Peppercorn Center Cut Filet Mignon 8oz Midwestern Ribeye 7oz Prime New York Strip 6oz

$130

Rusty Pelican Board for Two

Crispy Whole Snapper, Lobster & Shrimp Risotto, 12oz New York Strip, 50/50 Mash

$140

Butcher Cuts

Center Cut Filet Mignon 8oz

$55

Prime New York Strip 12oz

$53

Midwestern Ribeye 14oz

$58

Sides

Truffle Creamed Corn

Sweet Yellow Corn, Black Truffle Shavings

$13

50/50 Mash

Yukon Gold Potatoes, Butter, Cream, Chives, Potato "Hay"

$11

Grilled Broccoli & Broccolini

Garlic Confit, Chili Flakes

$11

Rusty Fries

Parmesan, Rosemary, Parsley

$10

Creamy Coconut Orzo

Spiced Toasted Coconut Flakes

The Rusty Pelican Menu

Starters

Key West Conch Fritters

Piña Colada Sauce, Lime, Cilantro

$20

Raw Bar

Salmon Tartare

Truffle-Lemon Ponzu

$19

Entrees

Steak Frites

12oz Prime New York Strip, Rusty Fries

$45

Broccolini & Crispy Tofu

Soy-Honey Glazed Tofu, Ginger Broccoli Purée, Roasted Red Peppers, Toasted Sunflower Seeds

$28

ROASTED ORGANIC HALF CHICKEN

Truffle Creamed Corn, Roasted Root Vegetables

$34

Midwestern Ribeye Steak

14oz

Handhelds

G.L.T Sandwich

Beer-Battered Grouper, Lettuce, Tomato, Tartar Sauce, Brioche Bun

$26

Dry-Aged Burger

Half Pound Patty, American Cheese, Bacon-Onion Marmalade, Arugula, Tomato, Chili Crisp Aioli, Rusty Fries

$26

Seared Atlantic Salmon B.L.T

Caper-Lime Remoulade, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Brioche Bun

$23

Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Garlic Aioli, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Brioche Bun

$19

Blackened Local Fish Tacos

Chipotle Aioli, Mango-Papaya Salsa

$25

Sides

Rusty Fries

Parmesan, Rosemary, Parsley

House Salad

Mixed Greens, Tomato, Cucumber, Vinaigrette

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is happy hour at The Rusty Pelican?

Happy hour at The Rusty Pelican is Mon-Fri 4 PM-6:30 PM.

What are the happy hour specials at The Rusty Pelican?

The Rusty Pelican offers: $5 wells/house wines/select beers, $7 select specialty cocktails, $9 select premium wines. Half-off select food items including calamari

Does The Rusty Pelican have food specials during happy hour?

Yes, The Rusty Pelican offers food specials during happy hour: Half-off select food items including calamari

Does The Rusty Pelican have a cocktail or drinks menu?

Yes. The Rusty Pelican lists 20 drinks on this page under Dinner, Happy Hour, Drinks, Menu. Truffle Salmon Nigiri $19, Shrimp Cocktail $19, Chilled Oysters $25.

What food does The Rusty Pelican serve?

The Rusty Pelican publishes Dinner, Drinks, Menu, Brunch, 70 dishes. Dishes start at $7.

Where is The Rusty Pelican located?

The Rusty Pelican is located at 2425 N Rocky Point Dr, Tampa, FL 33607.

Is The Rusty Pelican good for groups?

The Rusty Pelican is a seafood restaurant in Tampa. For large groups, we recommend calling ahead at +1 813-281-1943 to check availability during happy hour.

What type of restaurant is The Rusty Pelican?

The Rusty Pelican is a seafood restaurant located in Tampa, FL. They offer happy hour specials Mon-Fri.