Roots Ocean Prime Menu
Roots Ocean Prime is a sophisticated dining spot located in Princeton, NJ, specializing in New American cuisine with a focus on steaks and seafood. The restaurant offers a romantic and classy ambiance perfect for special occasions or upscale dining experiences. Customers rave about the exquisite dishes, such as the perfectly seasoned steak sandwich and the heavenly Colossal Shrimp Crostini. The extensive menu caters to various preferences, with options like Keto-friendly dishes and delicious desserts like the sundae that receives high praise. While the service has received mixed reviews, the overall dining experience at Roots Ocean Prime is highly recommended for those looking for a top-notch steakhouse with impeccable food quality and a charming atmosphere.
APPETIZERS
NOW IN SEASON! STONE CRAB CLAWS
mustard sauce, cocktail sauce limited availability
FRENCH ONION SOUP
gruyère, croutons
LOBSTER BISQUE
asparagus, lobster, chives
KOBE SLIDERS
cheddar, caramelized onions
NJ BURRATA
tomato, grilled ciabatta, balsamic, basil pesto
YELLOWFIN TUNA TARTARE
crushed avocado, crispy wontons, wasabi cream, ponzu, sesame seeds
RHODE ISLAND CRISPY CALAMARI
cherry peppers, roasted red pepper“marinara”
ROOTS CRISPY SHRIMP SCAMPI
garlic, butter, white wine
CRISPY WAGYU DUMPLINGS
honey sambal, mustard sauce
SPICY FALL OFF THE BONE RIBS
baby back pork ribs
APPLEWOOD SMOKED SLAB BACON
maple glaze
COLOSSAL LUMP CRAB CAKE
lemon, tartar sauce
FALL OFF THE BONE SPICY BARBECUE BABY BACK PORK RIBS
baby back pork ribs
/ LB COLOSSAL LUMP CRAB COCKTAIL
sliced avocado, mustard and cocktail sauces
CHILLED JUMBO SHRIMP
cocktail sauce
LOCAL EAST COAST OYSTERS
half shell, by the half dozen
LOBSTER COCKTAIL
whole / lobster chilled, cocktail sauce
CHILLED SEAFOOD PLATTER
lobster, oysters, shrimp cocktail, tuna tartare
RAW BAR
SALADS
CAESAR SALAD
garlic croutons, grana padano
ARUGULA SALAD
spicy candied walnuts, crumbled blue cheese, shaved apple, cider vinaigrette
CHOPPED SALAD
romaine, iceberg, tomato, corn, broccoli, carrot, feta, cucumber, asparagus, black peppercorn dressing
ASSORTED BABY GREENS
baby tomatoes, cucumber, carrot, balsamic vinaigrette
WEDGE OF CHILLED ICEBERG LETTUCE
tomato, crispy red onions, bacon, blue cheese
CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD
garlic croutons, grana padano
STEAKHOUSE SALAD
sliced oz prime NY strip, wedge, crispy onions, bacon, blue cheese
STEAK AND ARUGULA SALAD
sliced oz filet, shaved apples, walnuts, crumbled blue cheese, apple cider vinaigrette
SEARED SALMON SALAD
arugula, cucumber, avocado, shaved carrots, apple cider vinaigrette
LOBSTER SALAD
mixed greens, avocado, bacon, tomato, grana padano, lemon herb dressing
WEDGE OF ICEBERG LETTUCE
tomato, crispy red onions, bacon, blue cheese
RICOTTA GNOCCHI
mushroom cream sauce, spring peas, fried basil
VEGETARIAN
STEAKS
BEEF WELLINGTON
filet mignon, mushroom, asparagus, Hollandaise sauce (limited availability)
OZ PETITE PRIME NY STRIP STEAK
OZ PRIME NY STRIP STEAK
OZ PETIT FILET MIGNON
OZ FILET MIGNON
OZ DRY AGED COWBOY STEAK
OZ PRIME PORTERHOUSE STEAK FOR TWO
ROOTS TAILORS PLATE
A surf & turf of petite cut filet mignon ( oz) & two jumbo shrimp with a scampi butter sauce
ROOTS FRIED BREAST OF CHICKEN
whipped potato, asparagus, hot honey sauce
HORSERADISH CREAM
AU POIVRE
HOLLANDAISE
BÉARNAISE SAUCES
VIKING VILLAGE SCALLOPS
cauliflower purée, roasted cauliflower, bacon, onion jam
HORSERADISH-CRUSTED ATLANTIC SALMON
horseradish cream sauce and asparagus
CHILEAN SEA BASS
herb-crusted, dill, capers, beurre blanc
SEAFOOD
ADDITIONS
BLUE CHEESE HAT
LOBSTER & CHERRY PEPPERS
JUMBO SHRIMP
"CLASSIC" PEPPERCORN CRUST
SHAVED BLACK WINTER TRUFFLES
OSCAR STYLE
colossal crab, asparagus, hollandaise
ROOTS STEAK SAUCE
(COMPLIMENTARY)
AU POIVRE
BÉARNAISE
HOLLANDAISE
HORSERADISH CREAM
SAUCES
SIDES
OUR FAMOUS MAC & CHEESE
MAC 'N CHEESE "ALL-IN"
Creamed spinach, onion rings, smoked bacon
TRUFFLE MAC & CHEESE
LOBSTER MACARONI AND CHEESE
CORN CREME BRÛLÉE
CREAMED SPINACH
BRUSSELS SPROUTS
HONEY SAMBAL
BACON & SCALLIONS
CLASSIC WHIPPED POTATOES
GRILLED ASPARAGUS
POTATOES AU GRATIN
LOCAL ROASTED MUSHROOMS
BROCCOLI GARLIC & OIL
ONION RINGS
POMME FRITES
COLOSSAL LOADED BAKED POTATO
ROASTED CORN
TOMATO & BASIL
STEAKHOUSE MAC 'N CHEESE "ALL-IN"
creamed spinach, onion rings, smoked bacon
LOBSTER MAC & CHEESE
BROCCOLI WITH GARLIC & OIL
MACARONI & CHEESE
LOBSTER ROLL
herb mayo, brioche roll
KOBE SLIDERS
caramelized onions, cheddar cheese
STEAKHOUSE CHEDDAR BURGER
Roots Steak Sauce, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, pickles, frites
OPEN-FACED COLOSSAL CRAB CAKE SANDWICH
tartar sauce, lettuce, tomato, Old Bay frites
CRISPY CHICKEN SANDWICH
swiss, slaw, ranch dressing
ROOTS STEAK SANDWICH
prime NY strip, horseradish cream, arugula, crispy onion rings, onion au jus, brioche roll, frites
ENTREES
DESSERTS
ROOTS WARM BUTTER CAKE
blueberry compote, fresh whipped cream
LAYERED CARROT CAKE
sweet cream cheese frosting, candied pecans
FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE CAKE
served with vanilla gelato & caramel sauce
NEW YORK STYLE CHEESECAKE
fresh strawberries, graham cracker crust
THE ROOTS SUNDAE
chocolate and vanilla gelato, chocolate sauce, caramel sauce, raspberry sauce, candied pecans, whipped cream
POPOVER BREAD PUDDING
warm caramel popover bread pudding, vanilla gelato
ASSORTED GELATO AND SORBET
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