Rumsey Tavern Kitchen · Shepherdstown, WV Menu
Taste the
Difference
Smashed patties, garden-picked greens and Chesapeake crab, cooked to order, six days a week.
A world of flavor
in every bite.Classic American tavern cooking with a modern hand, smashed on the flat top, pulled from the open flame, or picked in season from the garden behind the kitchen. The seafood side runs from crab dip and jumbo crab cakes to pan-seared salmon, fish & chips and beer-battered shrimp.
- Herbs & greens from our own garden
- Maryland crab, Chesapeake style
- Open-flame grill, cut to order
- Weekly specials, six days a week
The tavern’s own
What we’re known for
Rumsey Smash Burger
Double smashed patties, Rumsey sauce, garden lettuce and tomato on a brioche roll.
Rumsey Crab Cakes
Two jumbo four-ounce cakes, broiled golden, remoulade and a wedge of lemon.
Open-Flame Ribeye
Center cut, grilled over live fire, rosemary butter and two sides of your choosing.
Nashville Chicken Bites
Hot honey, basil and cubed melon, the plate that never leaves the table full.
Rumsey Smash Burger
Double smashed patties, Rumsey sauce, garden lettuce and tomato on a brioche roll.
Rumsey Crab Cakes
Two jumbo four-ounce cakes, broiled golden, remoulade and a wedge of lemon.
Open-Flame Ribeye
Center cut, grilled over live fire, rosemary butter and two sides of your choosing.
Nashville Chicken Bites
Hot honey, basil and cubed melon, the plate that never leaves the table full.
Everything we’re cooking
Pick a course above: lunch 11am–4pm, dinner 4pm–10pm, Sunday brunch 11am–2pm.
Shareables
For the middle of the table
- Blackened Mahi Tacos (3)16
lettuce, corn picó, crema, cilantro, lime
- Crab Dip18
lump crab, warm cheese blend, Old Bay, pretzel bites
- Buffalo Chicken Dip14
spicy cream cheese, chips or pretzel bites
- Nachos15
cheese, corn picó, jalapeño, cilantro, crema
- Loaded Tavern Fries14
nacho cheese, bacon, sour cream
- Pretzel Bites12
warm, with beer cheese
- Nashville Chicken Bites16
cubed melon, basil, honey
- Hush Puppies11
jalapeño cheddar, honey butter
- Beer Battered Shrimp16
cocktail sauce or any wing sauce
Wings & Tenders
Eleven sauces, no shortcuts
- Chicken Wings15 / 27 / 38
8, 16 or 24 pieces
- Chicken Tenders13 / 25 / 32
3, 6 or 10, served with fries
- Naked · BBQ · Mild · Hot · Overboard
sauces
- Garlic Parm · Hot Honey · Jerk · Old Bay
sauces
- Lemon Pepper · Jay's Secret
sauces
Burgers & Handhelds
Two hands recommended
- Rumsey Smash Burger14
lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, Rumsey sauce
- Black & Bleu Burger16
blackened, caramelized onion, bleu cheese
- Build Your Own Burger15
sub grilled or fried chicken · impossible +1
- Crab Cake Sandwich18
broiled or fried, remoulade
- Philly Cheesesteak18
shaved steak, onions, peppers, Cooper cheddar
- Po'Boy18
chicken, shrimp or fish, remoulade
- French Dip18
sliced prime rib, mayo, hoagie roll
- Tavern Club16
turkey, ham, bacon, toasted bread
- Reuben15
corned beef, swiss, sauerkraut, marble rye
- Chicken Caesar Wrap15
grilled or fried chicken, parmesan
- Buffalo Chicken Wrap14
crispy chicken, buffalo, ranch
- Blackened Mahi Tacos (2)15
corn picó, crema, cilantro, lime
- BLT12
Tavern Flats
Blistered, crisp, shareable
- Meat Lovers18
pepperoni, sausage, chicken, bacon, mozzarella, marinara
- BBQ Chicken16
grilled chicken, barbecue, mozzarella, red onion
- Build Your Own14
toppings +1 each: bacon, chicken, pepperoni, sausage, onion, jalapeño, tomato, mushroom, peppers
Entrées
Plated for a long evening
- Ribeye32
grilled center cut, choice of two sides
- Rumsey Crab Cakes36
two jumbo 4 oz cakes, remoulade, two sides
- Pan Seared Salmon28
lemon butter or teriyaki, two sides
- Chicken Chesapeake27
grilled chicken topped with crab dip
- Fish & Chips24
beer battered, fries, tartar, lemon
- BBQ Pork Chop22
bone-in, barbecue glaze, caramelized crust
- Chicken & Waffles18
crispy fried chicken, golden waffle, syrup
- Shepherd's Pie19
braised beef, root vegetables, mashed potato crust
- Fresh Catch of the DayMP
market fish, chef's preparation
- Seasonal FeatureMP
chef's rotating selection
Soups, Salads & Sides
Straight from our own garden
- Ken Lowe's Crab & Corn Chowder8 / 11
the legacy soup of Rumsey Tavern
- Seasonal Soup6 / 9
- Harvest Salad15
seasonal greens, summer vegetables, fruit, vinaigrette
- Chef Salad15
ham, turkey, cheddar jack, egg, cucumber, tomato
- House Salad9
mixed greens, tomato, cucumber, red onion, croutons
- Caesar Salad9
romaine, parmesan, croutons
- Fries · Brussels · Onion Rings · Chips · Vegetables · Side Salad4 / 9
- Truffle Fries · Mac & Cheese · Hush Puppies · Mashed Potatoes+3
Desserts
Save a corner of the table
- Beignets
six, powdered sugar, raspberry / caramel / chocolate drizzle
- Cheesecake
seasonal chef special
Shepherdstown Restaurant Menu · Come Hungry
A table, a plate,
and the garden out back.
233 Lowe Drive, Shepherdstown · kitchen open 11am to 10pm. Walk in, call ahead, or order to-go.
Our menu and seasonal selections may change based on availability. Please contact Rumsey Tavern regarding allergies, dietary restrictions, or special accommodations.
