Food at the Thirsty Turtle
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Cranford To-Go Menu



Family Meals     •     Regular Menu     •     Gluten Free     •     Kids     •     Desserts     •     Wine, Beer & Mixed Drinks

Cranford Take-Out Specials

Ollies Ribs on Tuesdays at the Thirsty Turtle in Cranford

Meals for 4Family Meals

Taco Dinner $40
Iceberg lettuce, pico de gallo, chipotle cream, avocado, cilantro, lime
3 chicken
3 blackened salmon
3 short rib
*Available Gluten Free

Fajita dinner for 4
onions, red & green peppers, shredded lettuce, Cheddar Jack cheese, sour cream, salsa
With Chicken $65
With Shrimp $70
With Steak $70

WING IT! $44
4lbs. of our wings
Buffalo, Jamaican jerk, or combo
bleu cheese or ranch dressing and celery

Pasta Dinner for 4 $30
Pancetta, roasted mushrooms, vodka cream sauce, Pecorino cheese
With Chicken $50
With Shrimp $60

Family Meal Add-ons

Add Salad for 4
Caesar or
Tossed Salad for 4
$15
Add Dessert for 4

Macchiato bread pudding $10
Caramel sauce, vanilla ice cream

Oreo Brownie Sundae $12
Hot fudge, crushed Oreo, vanilla ice cream
Butterscotch Cheesecake $12
Graham cracker crust, caramel drizzle


Family Meals     •     Regular Menu     •     Gluten Free     •     Kids     •     Desserts     •     Wine, Beer & Mixed Drinks

Cranford Regular Menu

SHARABLES

GUINNESS FRENCH ONION SOUP
crouton, Monterey Jack cheese 7

SOUP DU JOUR
Inquire about today's selection 7

GARLIC PARMESAN PRETZEL STIX
cheezy sauce 8

RITZ CHICKEN FINGERS
mustamaise dipping sauce 13

PHILLY CHEESE STEAK EGGROLLS
cheezy sauce 11

BIG BEER ONION RING TOSS
chipotle BBQ & cajun mayo 10

WINGS
1 Lb - Buffalo, Jamaican jerk, or combo 13

New menu itemCALAMARI
Choose:
GARLIC PARMESAN – cherry peppers, white wine, chili flakes
KUNG POA – mini veg, peanuts, bean sprouts, spicy ginger soy glaze
TRADITIONAL – marinara sauce, lemon
14

CHICKEN POTSTICKERS
sesame mustard sauce, soy reduction, scallions, pickled ginger 10

HOMEMADE GUACAMOLE
Corn tortilla chips, lime 12

SPINACH & ARTICHOKE DIP
Corn tortilla chips 11

TUNA TACOS
Wonton Shells, Coriander seared tuna, soy dressing, Napa cabbage, Sriracha mayo, avocado 13

IRISH NACHOS
potato crisps, bacon, Cheddar & Monterey Jack, scallions, red peppers, Guinness sour cream 11
* Add Chicken 4 *

CHEESE QUESADILLA
Monterey Jack & Cheddar cheeses, flour tortilla, diced tomatoes, scallions, jalapenos, sour cream, salsa 9
* add Guacamole +$2
add seasoned chicken +$4 *

T3 ANGUS SLIDERS
onion relish, cheezy sauce 12

ULTRA THIN CRUST PIZZA

MARGHERITA
tomato, basil, garlic olive oil, Fontina, Pecorino and fresh mozzarella cheeses 12

WILD MUSHROOM
Portabella, shittake, button mushrooms, thyme, mozzarella, fontina, romano, truffle oil 12

PEPPERONI PIZZA
Marinara, Fontina, Pecorino and mozzarella 12

SOUTH AVE. SALADS

GREEK
romaine, kalamata olives, red onions, Feta cheese, carrots, tomatoes, cucumbers, roasted red peppers, red wine vinaigrette, toasted pita 10

BLACKENED CHICKEN
romaine, black beans, tomatoes, corn, crispy tortilla strips, scallions, sliced avocado, queso fresco, cilantro-lime dressing 15

THAI CHICKEN STIRFRY SALAD
Ground roasted peanuts, spinach, cabbage, red peppers, carrots, broccoli, bean sprouts, scallions, ginger poppy seed dressing 14

New menu itemPEAR & GOAT CHEESE SALAD
Poached pears, baked goat cheese, field greens, everything spice coated pecans, white balsamic dressing 13

CAESAR
Pecorino cheese, seasoned croutons 9

WEDGE
iceberg lettuce, smoked bacon, crumbled bleu cheese, tomatoes, bleu cheese dressing 9
ENHANCE YOUR SALAD WITH:
* chicken 6, shrimp 8, 7 oz. flank steak 14, 7 oz. salmon 10 *


TACOS

BLACKENED SALMON TACOS
Napa cabbage, pico de gallo, chipotle cream, avocado, cilantro, lime 15

FRIED CHICKEN TACOS
Napa cabbage, pico de gallo, ranch, fresh jalapeno, cilantro, lemon 14

SHORT RIB TACOS
Corn tortillas, Napa cabbage, pico de gallo, salsa verde, queso fresco, cilantro, chipotle cream, lime 16

ENTRÉES

New menu itemROSEMARY GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN
Grilled medallions of pork, lemon, pepper, roast garlic mashed, Parmesan roast broccoli, Demi glacé, crispy onion 19

FISH & CHIPS
Alaskan cod, crispy beer batter, coleslaw, roast garlic tartar 17


PENNE VODKA
Pancetta, roasted mushrooms, vodka cream sauce, Pecorino cheese 10
* add Chicken 6 • add shrimp 8


New menu itemCHIMICHURRI FLANK STEAK
Cajun fries, tomato, red onion, green chimichurri 24

New menu itemPAD THAI SALMON
Rice noodles, chopped peanuts, egg, scallion, jalapeno, bean sprouts, spicy pad thai sauce 23
Substitute Chicken - 19
Substitute Shimp 23


OLLIE'S BBQ RIBS
1/2 rack served with cornbread and veggie slaw 18



Tuesday
Ollie's Ribs

SIDES

French Fries $3.50

Steak Fries $3.50
Sweet Potato Fries $4.00

Sautéed or Steamed Broccoli $3.00

Mashed Potatoes $3.00

8 OZ. BURGERS

tomato and pickle available upon request
JERSEY BURGER
Taylor ham, fried egg, American cheese, brioche, fries 15

TURTLE PRETZEL BURGER
American cheese, applewood smoked bacon, shredded lettuce, Russian dressing, soft pretzel bun, fries 15

KOBE BEEF TRUFFLE BURGER
Brie cheese, cherry glaze, iceberg lettuce, brioche, fries 17

MUSHROOM FONDUE BURGER
Roast wild mushrooms, white cheddar Kane fondue, shredded iceberg, brioche, fries 15

HORSERADISH CHEDDAR BURGER
black pepper crust, Worchestershire sauce, shredded iceburg, brioche, fries 15

PORT CHEDDAR BURGER
caramelized onions, shredded iceburg, brioche, fries 15

THE SMOKEHOUSE BURGER
Smoked Gouda, molasses BBQ sauce, onion straws, applewood smoked bacon, veggie slaw, brioche, fries 15

CLASSIC BURGER
Shredded iceburg, fries 13

* toppings available :
roast wild mushrooms, onion jam, apple smoked bacon, Swiss, Cheddar, Provolone, Bleu, American, Monterey Jack, Pepper Jack $1 each *

SANDWICHES

CAJUN CHICKEN SANDWICH
Pepperjack, Cajun mayo, shredded lettuce, brioche, fries 14

TURKEY PANINI Applewood smoked bacon, tomato, Monterey Jack, guacamole, fries 12

BUFFALO CHICKEN SANDWICH
Lettuce, bleu cheese dressing,brioche, fries 14

TURKEY BURGER
Whole grain mustard, shredded lettuce, avocado, brioche, fries 12

THE KNUCKLE SANDWICH
Roast beef, ciabatta hero, caramelized onions, cheddar, chipotle horseradish mayo, fries, served French Dip style 13

MALIBU VEGETABLE BURGER
Sesame mustard sauce, lettuce, tomato, "thin" whole wheat roll, five veggie slaw 10

SUBSTITUTIONS:
Sweet Potato Fries 3
Onion Rings 5
Gluten Free Bun 2

Kids

all served with french fries

Macaroni and Cheese $7

Ritz Chicken Fingers $9


Cheese Pizza $7

Penne/Marinara Sauce $7

Mini Hamburgers (2) $8


Hot Dog $6

Grilled Cheese $6



Family Meals     •     Regular Menu     •     Gluten Free     •     Kids     •     Desserts     •     Bottled Wine

Homemade Family Style Desserts

serves 4-6 people

Oreo Brownie Sunday
Hot fudge, crushed Oreo, vanilla ice cream $12

Butterscotch Cheesecake
Graham cracker crust, caramel drizzle $12

Caramel Machiato Bread Pudding
Caramel sauce, vanilla ice cream $10



Family Meals     •     Regular Menu     •     Gluten Free     •     Kids     •     Desserts     •     Wine, Beer & Mixed Drinks

Cranford Gluten Free Menu

This restaurant is not an allergen-free environment.
We make every effort to provide complete and current content information,
however we cannot make a guarantee regarding the allergen content of any menu item.

GLUTEN FREE STARTERS

GUACAMOLE
Corn tortilla chips 11


JAMAICAN JERK WINGS
Spicy Jerk marinade, creamy peppercorn dressing 12

BUFFALO WINGS
bleu cheese dressing 12

COMBO WINGS
1/2 buffalo & 1/2 jerk 12

GLUTEN FREE SALADS

GREEK
romaine, kalamata olives, red onions, Feta cheese, carrots, tomatoes, cucumbers, roasted red peppers, red wine vinaigrette 10

THAI CHICKEN STIRFRY SALAD
Ground roasted peanuts, spinach, cabbage, red peppers, carrots, broccoli, bean sprouts, scallions, ginger poppy seed dressing 14

New menu itemPEAR & GOAT CHEESE SALAD
Poached pears, baked goat cheese, field greens, everything spice coated pecans, white balsamic dressing 13

BLACKENED CHICKEN
romaine, black beans, tomatoes, corn, avocado, queso fresco, tortilla strips, cilantro-lime vinaigrette 15

TO ANY OF OUR SALADS ADD:
chicken 6 • shrimp 7 • salmon 10 • flank 14

GLUTEN FREE ENTRÉES

ROTINI VODKA
Gluten Free pasta, Pancetta, roasted mushrooms, vodka cream sauce, Pecorino cheese 9
* add Chicken +6 or Shrimp +8 *

New menu itemCHIMICHURRI FLANK STEAK
Cajun fries, tomato, red onion, green chimichurri 24

New menu itemPAD THAI SALMON
Rice noodles, chopped peanuts, egg, scallion, jalapeno, bean sprouts, spicy pad thai sauce 23
Substitute Chicken - 19
Substitute Shimp 23

GLUTEN FREE BURGERS & SANDWICHES

All burgers and sandwiches are served on a gluten free bun

BLACK ANGUS BURGER
Build Your Own, served with gluten free fries 14

* toppings available :
roast wild mushrooms, onion jam, apple smoked bacon, Swiss, Cheddar, Provolone, Bleu, American, Monterey Jack, Pepper Jack $1 each *

KOBE BEEF TRUFFLE BURGER
Brie cheese, cherry glaze, iceberg lettuce, gluten free fries 18

JERSEY BURGER
Taylor ham, fried egg, American cheese, gluten free fries 16

CAJUN CHICKEN
Cajun dusted chicken breast, Pepper Jack cheese, Cajun mayo, gluten free fries 15

HONEY MUSTARD CHICKEN SANDWICH
honeycup mustard, Provolone, veggie slaw 15

TURKEY BURGER
whole grain mustard, shredded lettuce, avocado, gluten free fries 14

GLUTEN FREE FRENCH FRIES
Gluten Free French Fries are available from our dedicated Gluten Free Fryer

GLUTEN FREE TACOS

SHORT RIB TACOS
Corn tortillas, Iceberg lettuce, pico de gallo, salsa verde, queso fresco, cilantro, chipotle cream, lime 16

BLACKENED SALMON TACOS
Corn Tortillas, iceberg lettuce, pico de gallo, chipotle cream, avocado, cilantro, lime 15

GREEN CHILE CHICKEN TACOS
Corn Tortillas, iceberg lettuce, pico de gallo, salsa verde, queso fresco, cilantro, lime 14

Wine, Beer & Mixed Drinks

Customers should be ready to show I.D. at pickup

White Wine

Stone Cellars Chardonnay, California $10

Kendall Jackson Chardonnay, California $17

Bella Sera Pinot Grigio, Italy $13

Donini Pinot Grigio, Italy $10

Pacific Rim Dry Riesling $14

Starborough Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand $15

Beringer White Zinfandel, California $10

La Vielle Ferme Rosé, France $12

Red Wine

Stone Cellars Merlot, California $10

Mark West Pinot Noir, California $13

Kaiken Malbec, Argentina $15

Stone Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon, California $10

Louis Martini Cabernet Sauvignon, California $16

Sparkling Wine

Maschio Prosecco, Italy (split) $8

Jean Louis Brut Champagne, France $8

32 oz. (pitcher) Sangria

Red Apple Sangria $20


White Peach Sangria $20

16 oz. Margaritas

Available Traditional, Raspberry, Strawberry, Mango or Peach $12


Beer 6 packs

New Belgium Fat Tire Ale 5.2% ABV $11

Dogfish Head 60 min. IPA 6% ABV $12

Ballast Point Sculpin IPA 7% ABV $15

Blue Moon White 5.4% ABV $12

Brooklyn Lager 5.2% ABV $12
Budweiser 5% ABV $8

Bud Light 4.2% ABV $8

Michelob Ultra 4.2% ABV $8

Heineken 5% ABV $10

Beer 4 Packs

Allagash White 5% ABV $11

Hard Seltzer

White Claw Black Cherry 5% ABV $7.50

White Claw Mango 5% ABV $7.50



Family Meals     •     Regular Menu     •     Gluten Free     •     Kids     •     Desserts     •     Wine, Beer & Mixed Drinks