Rt's Restaurant Menu

Welcome to the Rt's Restaurant Menu, where every dish promises to bring something unique to the table. Nestled in the heart of Alexandria, VA, at 3804 Mt Vernon Ave, this restaurant offers a cozy, inviting atmosphere perfect for any occasion. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty meal or something light and fresh, their menu has a variety of options to satisfy every craving. From classic comfort foods to more adventurous flavors, each plate is crafted with care using only the finest ingredients. The diverse range of appetizers, main courses, and desserts will make your visit memorable. Whether you're a local or just passing through, Rt's is the perfect spot to enjoy great food with family or friends.

Appetizers

Buttermilk Crab Hushpuppies
Served Over Sriracha Mayo (4 pcs).
US$13.95
Oysters on the Half Shell*
Six Local Prime Oysters served with fresh Horseradish and Cocktail Sauce.
US$14.95
Crawfish & Shrimp Beignets
Whole Shrimp and Crawfish wrapped in Angel Hair Pasta with house made Seafood Seasoning. Flash fried, served over Garlic Aioli Sauce (3pcs).
US$13.95
Southern Fried Calamari
Served with Spicy Cajun Remoulade.
US$13.95
Blackened Scallops
Fresh Scallops blackened with Cajun Spices, served on a bed of tomato corn salsa and topped with Creole Mustard Sauce (4 pcs).
US$14.95
Scallops Wrapped in Bacon**
Drizzled with a Steen’s Cane Syrup Glaze & Served on a bed of Cajun Onion Straws (4 pcs).
US$14.95
Fried Oysters and Horseradish Cream
Served over Horseradish Cream Sauce with Fresh Tomato Corn Salsa (4pcs).
US$13.95
Oysters Rockefeller**
Four Oysters Topped with Creamed Spinach, Chopped Bacon & Hollandaise.
US$14.95
Oysters Bienville**
Four Oysters Topped with a Mushroom Cream Sauce with Bacon, Tasso Ham & Jumbo Lump Crabmeat.
US$14.95
Oysters Uggie**
Four Oysters Topped with Garlic, Bacon, Parmesan Cheese & Panko Breadcrumbs.
US$14.95
Oysters Three Way**
Two Bienville, Two Rockefeller & Two Uggie.
US$21.95
Acadian Peppered Shrimp
New Orleans Style “BBQ” Head-on Shrimp.
US$12.95
“Jack Daniel’s” Shrimp with Jumbo Lump Crabmeat
Our Specialty for Over 36 Years. Four Jumbo Shrimp sautéed with Cajun spices, Jack Daniel’s and Cream Sauce. Topped with Jumbo Lump Crabmeat.
US$14.95

Salads

Mixed Green Salad
Mixed Greens, Cucumber, Cherry Tomatoes & Red Onions served with our home made Creole Mustard dressing.
US$8.95
Chop Salad
Mix of Chopped Field Greens, Romaine, Tomato, Red Onions And Corn topped with Shredded Cheddar Cheese. Served with Balsamic Vinaigrette.
US$10.95
House Salad**
Mixed Greens with Blue Cheese Crumbles, Crisp Bacon, and Chopped Egg. Served with Our House Dressing.
US$10.95
Creole Caesar Salad
Romaine lettuce, Parmesan Cheese, House Made Spicy Cornbread Croutons and House Made Caesar Dressing.
US$10.95
Add to any Salad
$
Grilled Chicken
US$9.00
Fried Oysters
US$12.00
Salmon
US$12.00
Popcorn Shrimp (2 oz.)
US$9.00
Fried Shrimp (5)
US$12.00
Lump Crabmeat
$

Soups & Gumbo

She Crab Soup
Rich & Creamy with a hint of Cajun Spices. Add Extra Crab Meat MP/oz
$
Alligator Stew**
With a Touch of Sherry & Topped with Chopped Egg.
$
Chicken & “Comeaux” Andouille Gumbo**
Served with Garlic-Parsley Rice and Chopped Scallions.
$

RT's Specialties

“Death” By Gumbo**
Traditional New Orleans Seafood Soup with Shrimp, Oysters, Lump Crab, Crawfish Tails and Andouille Sausage. Served with Rice.
US$26.95
Crawfish Étouffée
“Smothered” Cajun Style in a Rich Dark Roux, Served with Rice.
US$23.95
Spicy Crawfish Red Beans & Rice**
Sautéed with Tasso Ham, Garlic, Spring Onions & Cajun Spices.
US$23.95
Shrimp & Crab Étouffée
Sautéed Shrimp & Jumbo Lump Crab Meat in a Dark Brown Étouffée. Served with Rice.
US$26.95
Shrimp Norman
Lightly Dusted Fried Gulf Shrimp & Jumbo Lump Crab Meat in a Dark Brown Étouffée. Served with Rice.
US$26.95
Oysters Nezpique**
Maryland Fried Oysters Topped with Lump Crab Meat & Tasso Ham in a Dark Brown Étouffée. Served with Rice.
US$27.95
Smothered Catfish
Fried and Topped with a Dark Brown Shrimp Étouffée, Served with Rice.
US$24.95
Shrimp & Grits**
Gulf Shrimp Sautéed with Garlic, Spring Onions, Tasso Ham, Chopped Tomatoes & Fresh Basil Served over Andouille Cheese Grits Cake.
US$24.95
Crawfish & Lump Crab Catahoula**
Sautéed with Garlic, Spring Onions in an Andouille-Cheddar Cream Sauce. Served with Rice.
US$25.95
Crab and Crawfish Imperial
Jumbo Lump Crabmeat & Spicy Crawfish Seasoned and Baked in a Rich Imperial Sauce. Served with One Side.
US$25.95
Pasta Jambalaya**
Gulf Shrimp, Andouille Sausage, Pork, Chicken in a light Tomato Sauce with Penne Pasta. Substitute Pasta with Rice for Gluten Free.
US$24.95
RT’s Special Crab
Baked Colossal Lump Crabmeat with a Spicy Peppercorn Crust. Served with One Regular Side.
$
Regular Sides
$
Premium Sides
(Substitute your regular side to a premium side for $2 extra) (Enjoy a second basket of bread for $3)
$

Seafood

Southern Fried Catfish
Lightly Dusted in Corn Flour, Served with French Fries & a small Coleslaw.
US$23.95
Fried Jumbo Gulf Shrimp
Served with French Fries & a small Coleslaw (7pcs).
US$26.95
Spicy Pecan Crusted Haddock
Topped with Jumbo Lump Crabmeat & Creole Mustard Sauce. Served with One Side.
US$28.95
Shellfish in Parchment
Baked Shrimp, Scallops & Jumbo Lump Crabmeat with Leeks, Red Onions and Carrots in a Crab Butter Cream Sauce. Served with One Regular Side.
US$26.95
Maryland Fried Oysters
An RT’s Specialty, Served with French Fries & a small Cole Slaw.
US$27.95
Pan Roasted Salmon*
Served on a bed of Horseradish cream and topped with Tomato Corn Salsa. Served with One Regular Side.
US$25.95
Trout Orleans
Topped with Spicy Sautéed Shrimp, Lump Crab & Hollandaise. Served with One Regular Side.
US$25.95
Crab and Crawfish Stuffed Flounder
Stuffed with Crab & Crawfish Imperial & finished with Crab Butter Cream Sauce. Served with Rice.
US$27.95
Cajun Seafood Pasta
Gulf Shrimp, Crawfish, Mussels, Jumbo Crabmeat tossed together with linguini pasta in a light cream and tomato sauce with Cajun Spices.
US$27.95
Baked Stuffed Gulf Shrimp
Stuffed with Crab & Crawfish Imperial & Finished with Crab Butter Cream Sauce. Served with Rice.
US$27.95
All Lump Crab Cakes
Broiled and served with French Fries & a small Coleslaw
$

Meats & Poultry

New Orleans Steak Frites*
8 oz. USDA Angus Choice NY Strip, Served with French Fries & a Mixed Green Salad.
US$32.95
Spicy Pecan Crusted Chicken
Topped with Spicy Gulf Shrimp & Creole Mustard Sauce. Served with One Regular Side.
US$24.95
Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
Creamy Penne Pasta with pieces of Cajun flavored chicken and sliced white mushrooms in the most delicious homemade Cajun sauce.
US$24.95
Cajun Chicken Oscar
Sautéed Chicken Medallions Topped with Spicy Lump Crab, Crawfish, Spring Onions & Béarnaise. Served with One Regular Side.
US$27.95
Filet Mignon
8 oz. USDA Angus Choice, Topped with a Red Wine Mushroom Sauce. Served with a Mixed Green Salad and One Regular Side.
US$42.95
Lamb Chops*
Grilled Baby Lamb Chops Seasoned with Oregano, Olive Oil, Lemon Juice, Garlic. Served with a Mixed Green Salad with Creole Mustard Dressing and one regular side choice.
US$39.95

Desserts

Key Lime Pie
A Tart, Creamy Classic. Garnished with Chantilly Whipped Cream.
US$8.95
Creole Bread Pudding
Crushed Pineapples, Raisins and Pecans. Drizzled with a Bailey’s Irish Cream Toffee Sauce and garnished with Chantilly Whipped Cream.
US$8.95
Coconut Cake “Melvin”
Soaked with Dark Rum, Topped with Toasted Coconut and garnished with Chantilly Whipped Cream.
US$8.95
Southern Pecan Pie
Garnished with Chantilly Whipped Cream.
US$8.50
Chocolate Mousse
Decadent Mousse, With Rich Belgian Chocolate.
US$8.50
Chocolate Silk Pie
Chocolate Cookie Crust, Silky Smooth Chocolate Filling with Homemade Whipped Cream and Chocolate Chip Shavings.
US$8.95
Cajun Nightgown
Tia Maria, Crème de Cacao and Hot Coffee, Topped with Whipped Cream & Drizzled with Drambuie. For those that prefer to drink their dessert.
US$9.95
Ice Cream
Ask your server for available flavors.
US$6.95

Children’s Menu

Chicken Tenders with French Fries
US$10.95
Catfish Sandwich with Tartar Sauce & Fries
US$12.95
Mac n Cheese with Penne Pasta
US$9.95
Popcorn Shrimp with French Fries
US$12.95
Ready to order? Kerbside pickup, delivery and dine-in are all available.