RUMCOW. Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to RUMCOW, a delightful cocktail bar in Wilmington, NC, where Southern charm meets culinary creativity. Nestled at 121 Grace St, RUMCOW takes pride in its innovative menu that features a mix of traditional and contemporary Southern fare.
Start your journey with their steamed edamame seasoned with Ponzu and smoked sea salt — a perfect palate teaser. The pulled pork sliders are a must-try, dripping with BBQ sauce, accompanied by crispy onions and fries that promise to satisfy any craving. For those seeking something bold, the chicken fried cauliflower and cajun fried gator bites deliver a kick of flavor.
The cocktail selection shines with delightful concoctions like the Ginger baby and Painkiller, which perfectly complement the flavorful dishes. Overall, RUMCOW offers a warm atmosphere, friendly service, and a menu that's both fun and fulfilling, making it a true gem in the heart of Wilmington.
Salads
Grilled chicken salad
Mixed greens, roasted pecans, citrus and strawberry with blackberry vinaigrette
Char crusted tuna salad
Mixed greens, cabbage, carrot, edamame and blood orange vinaigrette
Charred Brussel sprouts
Pork belly, caramelized onions, spiced avocado crema
Cajun fried gator bites
Pickled green tomato remoulade
Queso Cheese Dip
Goat cheese, gruyere, avocado, crisps
Shrimp and grit tacos
Chimichurri, fried grits, pork belly lardons, blackened shrimp
Crispy pork belly pockets
Rumcow peach chutney, figured goat cheese, arugula
Nashville fried chicken and waffle sliders
Sriracha hot honey, maple butter
Chicken fried cauliflower
Sriracha hot honey, Cajun seasoning
Steamed edamame
Ponzu, smoked sea salt, char
Vietnamese chicken salad lettuce wraps
Pickled veggies, cilantro, basil, avocado
Char crusted tuna tataki
Ponzu, picked veggies, avocado, fried wonton chips
Coconut curry shrimp
Sweet basil polenta cake, cilantro
Cordon Bleu fries
Fried spinach & basil, prosciutto, gruyere cheese, bacon aioli
Avocado fries
Sriracha hot honey, Pickled green tomato remoulade
Beyond Burger
Vegan burger, lettuce, tomato, onions
Pulled pork sliders
BBQ sauce, coleslaw, crispy onions, served with fries
Southern fried chicken cornbread sliders
Buttermilk fried chicken. Pickled green tomato. Pimento cheese with fries
Cordon Bleu stuffed chicken
Spinach. Gruyere. Prosciutto. Smashed potatoes. Daily veggies
Plates
Cocktails
Painkiller
Pusser's British navy rum, pineapple, oj, creme of coconut, nutmeg
Ginger baby
Tito's vodka, domaine de canton, lemon, ginger and rosemary simple syrup, pear and gingerbread cider