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Rucker Johns Restaurant

Rucker Johns Restaurant

 
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Rucker Johns Restaurant

Rucker Johns Restaurant

5564 Carolina Beach Rd, Wilmington , NC 28412 We are so pleased to welcome you to RuckerJohns! We are a family-owned business that first opened our doors in Emerald Isle in 1988 and Wilmington in 1993. Through the years our menu & locations have grown, but our commitment to quality has remained the same. You can always expect fresh, delicious food made in-house daily. We cut our own fries, prepare our own salad greens and our dressings are homemade. We hand cut our steaks in-house and use Certified Angus Beef, even for our hand-pattied burgers. We use all-natural turkey and ham for our sandwiches, and our coffee is Certified Fair Trade. As you can see, our menu is diverse, but our commitment to quality runs throughout. Everything is made to order, and your satisfaction is our utmost priority. If you have any special requests or dietary needs we are happy to accommodate you. Thank you for choosing RuckerJohns, it is an honor serving you.
 

Ordering Hours
SundayClosed
Monday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Most Popular  

RJ’S HOUSE SALAD
crisp, cold salad greens topped with chopped tomatoes, eggs, real bacon and homemade croutons. Served with your choice of homemade dressing. . All salads are complemented with one of our flaky honey butter croissants. Can also get it Gluten-Free.
$9.89
BASKET OF CROISSANTS
Flaky all-butter croissants drizzled with our own Honey Butter. Let these speak for themselves.
$9.89
CHICKEN TENDER PLATTER
A large portion of those wonderful, juicy chicken tenders. These will take care of any appetite.
$18.69
SENSATIONAL AMERICAN SKINS
Crispy potato skins filled with Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, topped with bacon and scallions. Sour cream served on the side
$12.09
AMERICAN BURGER
A traditional favorite served on a toasted bun with Cheddar cheese, pickles, mustard, mayonnaise, lettuce, tomatoes and sliced Bermuda onion.
$16.49

First Things First  

FRIED CALAMARI
Calamari dusted with flour and deep-fried. This delicacy is served with our homemade marinara sauce.
$14.29
BONELESS BUFFALO BITES
When it comes to this appetizer there are no bones about it. We take the tenderloin of the chicken, cook it to perfection and then toss it in our famous wing sauce. Served with celery sticks and Bleu Cheese dressing.
$12.09
NACHOS GRANDÉ
A large plate of crisp tortilla chips smothered in our homemade chili and topped with lots of grated Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. Topped off with tomatoes, scallions and jalapeño peppers for the brave, with sour cream on the side
$15.39
KICKED UP NACHOS
It’s the best of both worlds! We take our Nachos Grande and pile on our famous Kicked Up Shrimp. This is a staff favorite!
$19.79
BASKET OF CROISSANTS
Flaky all-butter croissants drizzled with our own Honey Butter. Let these speak for themselves.
$9.89
BOWL OF CHILI
Homemade and spiced just right. We’ve added Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, onion and jalapeño peppers as a topping to create that real authentic flavor. Can also get it Gluten-Free.
$8.79
CHICKEN TENDERS APP
The tenderloin of the chicken breast, lightly battered and fried to perfection. Served with our own Honey Mustard dressing and BBQ sauce for dipping. You won’t be able to pass this one up!
$12.09
SENSATIONAL AMERICAN SKINS
Crispy potato skins filled with Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, topped with bacon and scallions. Sour cream served on the side
$12.09
CRAB & CRACKERS
Hot crab dip at its best! A tasty blend of fresh crab meat, cheeses and seasonings. Served warm with our special chips
$16.49
RJ’S FRIED MUSHROOMS
We take only the freshest mushrooms, lightly batter and deep-fry them to a golden brown. Served with our own special Tiger sauce. This appetizer is Polly’s choice!
$10.99
KICKED UP SHRIMP
We’ve taken an original and tossed it in a creamy chili sauce that is both spicy and sweet. If you are a real shrimp fan, THIS IS THE ONE you will have to add to your RJ favorites list.
$14.29

Salads & Such  

RJ’S HOUSE SALAD
crisp, cold salad greens topped with chopped tomatoes, eggs, real bacon and homemade croutons. Served with your choice of homemade dressing. . All salads are complemented with one of our flaky honey butter croissants. Can also get it Gluten-Free.
$9.89
RJ’S HOUSE SALAD W/ GRILLED CHICKEN
Topped with grilled chicken. Served in a frozen bowl; crisp, cold salad greens topped with chopped tomatoes, eggs, real bacon and homemade croutons. Served with your choice of homemade dressing. All salads are complemented with one of our flaky honey butter croissants. Can also get it Gluten-Free.
$15.39
RJ’S SPINACH SALAD
Our version of a traditional favorite. We start with fresh spinach and add real bacon, eggs, fresh mushrooms and homemade croutons. We serve this with your choice dressing and red delicious apple wedges complement this salad. All salads are complemented with one of our flaky honey butter croissants. Can also get it Gluten-Free.
$13.19
THE CHEF
Crisp salad greens topped with grated Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, all-natural ham and turkey, tomatoes, real bacon and homemade croutons. Served with your choice of homemade dressing. All salads are complemented with one of our flaky honey butter croissants.
$15.39
SEARED TUNA SALAD
RJ’s ginger teriyaki seared tuna atop a bed of freshly mixed spring greens topped with chopped apples, dried cranberries, roasted red peppers, chopped red onions, feta cheese and finished with fried wonton strips. Served with your choice of dressing on the side. All salads are complemented with one of our flaky honey butter croissants. Can also get it Gluten-Free w/ no wonton strips & non-seasoned tuna.
$17.59
DEB’S CHICKEN SALAD
Just like Mom’s! Homemade chunky chicken salad served on a bed of crisp salad greens with chopped tomatoes, eggs and green pepper rings with your choice of dressing on the side. P.S. Don’t even ask for this recipe, she’ll never tell. All salads are complemented with one of our flaky honey butter croissants.
$17.04
CAJUN GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD
Start with our crisp salad greens and pile on Monterey Jack cheese. Add chopped tomatoes, homemade croutons and of course our delicious strips of RJ’s Cajun grilled chicken breast. Served with your choice of homemade dressing. All salads are complemented with one of our flaky honey butter croissants. Can also get it Gluten-Free.
$17.04
SALMON SALAD
Grilled salmon with a touch of southwest seasoning served atop a bed of freshly mixed spring greens. Topped with Cheddar cheese, black bean and corn salsa, roasted red peppers and avocado slices. All salads are complemented with one of our flaky honey butter croissants. Can also get it Gluten-Free.
$18.69
GRILLED BBQ CHICKEN SALAD
Start with our crisp salad greens and grated Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese and real bacon, chopped tomatoes and homemade croutons. Topped with a tender grilled BBQ chicken breast and your choice of dressing. Can also get it Gluten-Free if made w/ regular non-marinated chicken.
$17.04
HOMEMADE SOUP OF THE DAY
Made in-house daily
$5.49
SOUP AND SALAD
The RJ’s House Salad or Caesar salad and served with our delicious soup of the day. All salads are complemented with one of our flaky honey butter croissants.
$13.74

Backyard Classics  

PRIME RIB AU JUS
(Dinner Only)
A thick slice of slowly cooked, aged beef served au jus. Can also get it Gluten-Free. Comes with salsa.
$38.49
THE RIBEYE
Top choice aged ribeye cut in-house. The flavor of this steak will always make it a favorite. Can also get it Gluten-Free. Comes with salsa.
$38.49
THE BLACKJACK SPECIAL
Take our ribeye, Tennessee’s favorite sour mash whiskey, selected spices and the result will make even Granny grin. Comes with salsa.
$38.49
BUCKY’S FILET
Hand-cut choice tenderloin char-grilled to your liking and finished with our garlic chef’s butter. Tender just begins to describe this steak. Comes with salsa.
$47.29
GRILLED PORK CHOPS
Two center-cut pork chops, cut in-house, ladled with BBQ sauce and char-grilled. Comes with salsa.
$17.59
BBQ BABY BACK RIBS
Tender Danish pork ribs. Slow roasted and char-grilled to suit anyone’s taste. Truly heaven on a bone…enjoy! Can also get it Gluten-Free. Comes with salsa.
$20.89

Burgers With More  

AMERICAN BURGER
A traditional favorite served on a toasted bun with Cheddar cheese, pickles, mustard, mayonnaise, lettuce, tomatoes and sliced Bermuda onion.
$16.49
CAROLINA BURGER
Served on a toasted bun with our homemade Thousand Island dressing, Monterey Jack cheese, Applewood bacon, lettuce, tomato and sliced Bermuda onion. A little dollop of sour cream tops this specialty off.
$17.59
TEXAS BURGER
No buns about it…this oversized burger is served topped with our homemade chili, grated Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, chopped tomatoes, scallions and finished off with a dollop of sour cream. But remember, no buns!
$16.49
BBQ BEACH BURGER
Served on a toasted bun with shredded Cheddar cheese, BBQ sauce, Applewood bacon and complemented with grilled onions.
$17.59

Oodles of Noodles  

FETTUCCINE ALFREDO W/ SHRIMP
Served with creamy Alfredo sauce and topped with Parmesan cheese and parsley.
$19.79
FETTUCCINE ALFREDO W/ CHICKEN
Served with creamy Alfredo sauce and topped with Parmesan cheese and parsley.
$19.79
FETTUCCINE ALFREDO
Served with creamy Alfredo sauce and topped with Parmesan cheese and parsley.
$15.39
TOMATO BASIL W/ SHRIMP
We start with extra-virgin olive oil and fresh garlic, add diced tomatoes, scallions, fresh basil and toss with angel hair pasta.
$20.89
TOMATO BASIL W/ CHICKEN
We start with extra-virgin olive oil and fresh garlic, add diced tomatoes, scallions, fresh basil and toss with angel hair pasta.
$20.89
TOMATO BASIL
We start with extra-virgin olive oil and fresh garlic, add diced tomatoes, scallions, fresh basil and toss with angel hair pasta.
$16.49
Grilled Chicken Penne
This penne pasta dish features a char-grilled Cajun chicken breast served with our creamy Alfredo sauce, roasted red peppers, fresh mushrooms, and Bermuda onions. Talk about a show stopper!
$19.79
SHRIMP BEURRE BLANC
Steaming hot linguine topped with our buttery wine sauce and a touch of garlic. Add shrimp, chopped tomatoes and scallions and you’ve got a winner.
$18.69

Surf's Up  

RJ’S FAMOUS SHRIMP
Delicately battered and deep-fried to a golden brown. This is not your average fried shrimp platter. They will melt in your mouth. Comes with salsa.
$18.69
CAROLINA CRAB CAKES
This is our recipe. Tender and juicy, made with jumbo lump crab meat. Have them sautéed or deep-fried. Comes with salsa.
$32.99
RJ’S SKEWERED SHRIMP
Two skewers of large shrimp ladled with BBQ sauce and laced with Applewood bacon. We grill these up just right for everyone’s taste. Dare to try your shrimp fixed differently. Comes with salsa.
$18.69
HICKORY SEARED TUNA
We take our yellowfin tuna, dust it with a hickory molasses spice blend and serve it with a honey citrus dipping sauce. This RJ’s favorite could not be any better! Comes with salsa.
$21.99
SHRIMP AND GRITS
Stone-ground Cheddar cheese grits topped with shrimp and sautéed in a parmesan garlic sauce. Finished off with tomatoes, mushrooms, Applewood bacon and scallions.
$19.79
CATCH OF THE DAY
We always aim to serve the freshest fish available.
$32.99

Hen Pen  

SANTA FE CHICKEN
A marinated chicken breast grilled and topped with our spicy black beans, Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, chopped tomatoes, scallions and finished with fresh cilantro and a drizzle of our famous tangy ranch sauce. Comes with salsa.
$18.69
CHICKEN TENDER PLATTER
A large portion of those wonderful, juicy chicken tenders. These will take care of any appetite.
$18.69
ISLAND CHICKEN
A real taste of the islands. A marinated chicken breast char-grilled and topped with pineapple salsa. This is a chicken dish fit for beach combers & waist watchers. Comes with salsa.
$18.69
CRYSTAL COAST CHICKEN
A marinated breast of chicken basted in BBQ sauce and grilled Carolina style. Topped with all-natural ham and melted Monterey Jack cheese. Comes with salsa.
$18.69
TEXAS CHICKEN
The cousin to our famous Texas Burger. A boneless, skinless breast of chicken smothered with our homemade chili, grated Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, chopped tomatoes, scallions and finished off with a dollop of sour cream. Comes with salsa.
$18.69

Flatbreads, Sandwiches & Wraps  

LITTLE ITALIAN FLATBREAD
Marinara, Mozzarella cheese, spicy Italian sausage and roasted red peppers, topped with fresh oregano.
$13.19
CHICKEN FLORENTINE FLATBREAD
Alfredo sauce, fresh spinach, Mozzarella cheese, Feta cheese, grilled chicken breast, bacon and Roma tomatoes.
$15.39
SHRIMP AND PINEAPPLE FLATBREAD
Olive oil, Mozzarella cheese, sauteed shrimp, fresh pineapple, cilantro, and topped with our spicy Thai chili sauce.
$15.39
CAJUN SHRIMP WRAP
A wrap shrimp lovers will “dive” for! We start with a flour tortilla and load it with spicy sautéed shrimp, Applewood bacon, shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes and red onions. Then finish with Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese and Ranch dressing. That’s a wrap!
$16.49
SHRIMP BLT
Why not take an old classic one step further? Start with Applewood bacon, lettuce and tomato; pile on sautéed shrimp, melted Monterey Jack cheese and mayo. Served on toasted sourdough bread.
$16.49
THE ULTIMATE CLUB SANDWICH
Its name says it all! All-natural turkey, ham, Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese, tomato, lettuce and Applewood bacon piled high on toasted whole-grain bread with our own Honey Mustard dressing.
$15.39
Grilled Tuna Sandwich
It’s a sandwich you will soon be coming back for. We will stack it on delicious toasted sourdough bread, layered with green leaf lettuce, sliced tomatoes, red onions, caper mayonnaise and splashes of RJ’s Vinaigrette dressing.
$16.49
CALIFORNIA CHICKEN WRAP
We take our flour tortilla and pile it high with slices of grilled marinated chicken, mixed spring greens and diced tomatoes. Then we add guacamole, RJ’s own raspberry vinaigrette and finish it off with our special Tiger sauce.
$15.39
RJ’S RIBEYE SANDWICH
Certified Angus Beef Ribeye grilled and topped with melted Montery jack cheese, sautéed onions and mushrooms on a toasted hoagie roll.
$17.59
Grilled Mahi Sandwich
It’s a sandwich you will soon be coming back for. We will stack it on delicious toasted sourdough bread, layered with green leaf lettuce, sliced tomatoes, red onions, caper mayonnaise and splashes of RJ’s Vinaigrette dressing.
$16.49
Grilled Salmon Sandwich
It’s a sandwich you will soon be coming back for. We will stack it on delicious toasted sourdough bread, layered with green leaf lettuce, sliced tomatoes, red onions, caper mayonnaise and splashes of RJ’s Vinaigrette dressing.
$16.49

Sides  

RJ Fries (Side)
$3.29
Marinated Coleslaw (Side)
$2.19
Spicy Black Beans (Side)
$3.29
Honey Butter- Cinnamon Apples (Side)
$3.29
Fresh Veggies (Side)
$2.19
Wild Rice (Side)
$3.29
Sweet Potato Fries (Side)
$3.29
Loaded Cheese Grits (Side)
$3.29
Baked Potato
(Dinner Only)
available after 4pm & all day Sunday
$3.29

Caitlyn's Corner (Kid's Menu)  

KID'S CHEESE BURGER
The simple burger for the youngster who says “Make mine burger and cheese!” Served with a kid-sized side item of your choice
$6.59
KID'S CHICKEN TENDERS
Stevie’s favorite! Fresh chicken tenders battered and fried for the most discriminating taste. Served with a kid-sized side item of your choice.
$7.69
KID'S LIGHTLY BATTERED SHRIMP
Just enough for the small appetite. One of Julian’s favorites. Served with a kid-sized side item of your choice.
$7.69
KID'S HOT DOG
An all beef wiener fixed the way YOU want it. Served with a kid-sized side item of your choice.
$5.49
KID'S BACKBACK RIBS
Half a rack of our Danish pork baby back ribs with barbeque sauce. Served with one side.
$9.89
KID'S PASTA PLEASER
Linguini topped with homemade marinara sauce and Parmesan cheese. Served with French bread.
$6.59

Desserts  

Brownie Sundae
brownie, ice cream, chocolate, caramel, whipped cream
$8.79
NY Style Cheesecake
whipped cream, choice of topping
$9.89
Key Lime Pie
$8.79
Homemade Cobbler
Comes with the flavor of the day
$8.79

Beverages  

Drinks (1)
$3.84
Bottled Water
$3.29

We offer delivery and takeout for this restaurant.

Ordering Hours

SundayClosed
Monday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM