The Thirsty Turtle Menu
Welcome to The Thirsty Turtle, a beloved spot in Florham Park known for its New American cuisine with a touch of classic American comfort food. This restaurant offers a range of utilities such as delivery, takeout, reservations, and even catering services. The menu features many vegetarian options along with happy hour specials and a full bar for those looking to unwind. With a classy yet casual ambiance, this venue is suitable for all occasions, whether it be a group gathering or a family dinner. The establishment also provides amenities like outdoor seating, free Wi-Fi, and even allows dogs on the premises. With attentive waiter service and a diverse range of dishes, The Thirsty Turtle promises a delightful dining experience for all.
Entrees
Mahi Taco Entree
seasoned mahi, pico de gallo, avocado, salsa verde, monterey jack & cheddar cheeses, iceberg, refried beans, rice
Sautéed Crab Cakes
Jumbo lump crabmeat, mashed potato, asparagus, roasted garlic tartar sauce.
Original Filet Kabobs
Twin kabobs, marinated filet, onions, red peppers served with rice & a small cole slaw. Sorry, onions and peppers cannot be removed.
Asian Stir Fry
Broccoli, peppers, onions, scallions, water chestnuts, baby corn, Napa cabbage, Chinese stir fry sauce, lo mien noodles. (PHOTO shows Asian stir fry with Shrimp as the added protein option)
Mahogany Salmon
Dijon and sweet soy marinade, fresh ginger, sesame, asparagus, rice.
Flank Steak
six ounce sliced flank steak, beef demi sauce, sauteed asparagus, garlic mashed potatoes
NY Strip Steak
oz NY steak, Montreal Seasoned, sauteed asparagus, garlic mashed potatoes
Short Rib Taco Entree
Monterey Jack & Cheddar cheeses, veggie slaw, pico de gallo, chipotle cream, refried beans, rice
Penne A La Vodka
Cream, tomato, garlic, herbs. Cheese
Sizzling Fajitas
Onions, red peppers, shredded lettuce, cheddar Jack Cheese, sour cream, guacamole, salsa.
Bruschetta Chicken
Francese style chicken, garlic tomato bruschetta, lemon Beurre Blanc, angel hair pasta, grated cheese.
Sweet Potato Fries
Sauteed Spinach
French Fries
Rice Pilof
Not Gluten Free
GF Sweet Potato Fries
Cooked in our GF only fryer
Sauteed Broccoli
Truffle Parm Fries
Veggie Cole Slaw
Sauteed Asparagus
Side Tossed Salad
Romaine lettuce, red onions, cucumbers, red peppers, carrots and tomatoes served with Balsamic vinaigrette.
GF Truffle Parm Fries
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Contains garlic and butter
GF French Fries
Cooked in a GF only fryer
Side Caesar Salad
Sides
Kid's Menu
Kid Qtr Pound Hamburger
Qtr Pound patty with a side of gogurt and grapes
Kid Grilled Cheese
White bread & American cheese with a side of gogurt and grapes
Kid Chicken Fingers
Ritz chicken fingers, mustamaise dipping sauce & a side of gogurt and grapes (Photo shown with substitution of French fries)
Kid Mac & Cheese
Penne pasta, cheese sauce with a side of gogurts and grapes
Kids Penne With Marinara
Penne pasta, marinara sauce with a side of gogurt and grapes. Can substitute marinara sauce for butter.
Kid Hot Dog
All beef hot dog on a Martin's potato roll with a side of gogurts and grapes (Photo shows substitution of French fries)
Kid Qtr Pound Cheeseburger
Qtr pound patty topped with American cheese and gogurt and grapes on the side. (Photo shows substitution of French fries)
Mediterranean Salad
Romaine, Kalamata olives, red onions, Feta cheese, carrots, tomatoes, cucumbers, red peppers, balsamic. (Photo shows Salad with upgrade of Grilled Shrimp added)
Blackened Chicken Salad
Romaine, black beans, tomatoes, corn, Pepper Jack and Monterey cheese, avocado, tortilla strips, cilantro-lime vinaigrette.
Caesar Salad
Pecorino cheese, seasoned croutons.
Fried Chicken Salad
chicken fingers, romaine, tomatoes, Monterey jack & cheddar cheeses, tortilla strips, honey Dijon dressing
Candied Pecan & Apple Salad
Spinach, Granny Smith apples, Bleu cheese, candied pecans, apple cider dressing.
Chicken Taco Bowl
Montreal seasoned chicken, shaved romaine lettuce, herb dressing, corn salsa (it has red onion, lemon juice, cilantro), avocado, Jack & Cheddar cheese.
Lettuce & Company
Appetizers
Maine Lobster Bisque
Cream, lobster, clam broth
Chicken Quesadilla
Taco seasoned chicken, Monterey Jack & Cheddar cheeses, diced tomatoes, scallions, Jalapenos, guacamole, sour cream, salsa.
Garlic Parmesan Pretzel Stix
Pretzel stix coated with Garlic Parmiesan and a side of Cheese sauce.
Mushroom & Truffle Pizza
portobello, shitake, and button mushrooms, pecorino, shredded mozzarella, asiago, thyme, roasted garlic, truffle oil on a cauliflower crust
Guinness French Onion Soup
Crouton, Monterey Jack cheese.
Buffalo Wings
lb of wings. Bleu cheese dressing, celery
Ritz Chicken Fingers
Mustamaise dipping sauce.
Big Beer Onion Ring Toss
Chipotle BBQ & Cajun mayo.
Short Rib Tacos APP
Monterey Jack & Cheddar cheeses, veggie slaw, pico de gallo, chipotle cream.
Potato Skins
Potato wedges topped with cheddar and Monterey jack cheeses, bacon and scallions and served with sour cream. Cannot remove bacon or scallions
Cheese Quesadilla
Monterey Jack & Cheddar cheeses, flour tortilla, diced tomatoes, scallions, Jalapenos, sour cream, guacamole, salsa.
Homemade Guacamole
Corn tortilla chips served with a lime wedge.
Spinach & Artichoke Dip
Cream, bacon, tortilla chips Bacon cannot be removed
Cuba Libra Wings
lb of wings. Sweet Cola rum glaze, lightly Jerk seasoned, toasted coconut, creamy peppercorn.
Irish Nachos
Potato crisps, bacon, Cheddar & Monterey Jack, scallions, red peppers, Guinness sour cream. Served with BBQ sauce
Filet Mignon Spring Rolls
Queso Fresco, caramelized onions served with demi glaze and horseradish sauce.
Chicken Pot Stickers
Sesame mustard sauce, soy reduction, scallions.
Crab Cake Appetizer
jumbo lump crabmeat served with louis sauce on a bed of baby spinach.
Jerk Wings
Lb of Jerk seasoned wings, Creamy Peppercorn dresssing
Pesto Bruschetta Cauliflower Pizza
pesto, bruschetta, pecorino, shedded mozzarella, asiago, drizzle of honey balsamic reduction on a cauliflower crust
Apple & Butternut Soup
Cream & Vegetable Stock. Comes with a packet of Oyster crackers.
Mahi Tacos APP
seasoned mahi, pico de gallo, avocado, salsa verde, monterey jack & cheddar cheeses, iceberg
GF Fajitas
Onions, red peppers, shredded lettuce, cheddar Jack Cheese, sour cream, guacamole, salsa.
GF Turkey Burger
Grilled white meat turkey, caramelized onions, lettuce, tomato, Gluten-free bun served with a side salad & balsamic vinaigrette.
GF Cajun Chicken
Pepperjack, cajun mayo, gluten free bun, side salad with balsamic vinaigrette
GF Salmon
Oven roasted salmon, sauteed asparagus, garlic mashed potato.
GF Cheesesteak
Shaved steak, peppers, white onion, homemade cheese sauce, gluten free bun, side salad with balsamic vinaigrette
GF Short Rib Tacos
Monterey Jack & Cheddar cheeses, veggie slaw, pico de gallo, chipotle cream, corn tortilla.
GF Guacamole
Corn tortilla chips fried in our Gluten Free Fryer served with a lime wedge.
GF Blackend Chicken Salad
Romaine, black beans, tomatoes, corn, Pepper Jack and Monterey cheese, avocado, tortilla strips, cilantro-lime vinaigrette.
GF Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Grilled Chicken breast, gluten free bun, side salad with balsamic vinaigrette
GF Spinach & Artichoke Dip
Cream, bacon, tri-color tortilia chips Bacon cannot be removed
GF Mahi Tacos
seasoned mahi, pico de gallo, avocado, salsa verde, monterey jack & cheddar cheeses, iceberg, corn tortillas
GF Jerk Wings
Lb of Jerk seasoned wings, Creamy Peppercorn dresssing
GF Apple & Butternut Soup
Cream & Vegetable stock.
GF NY Strip
oz NY steak, Montreal Steak Seasonings, sauteed asparagus, garlic mashed potatoes
GF Pecan & Apple Salad
Spinach, Granny Smith apples, Bleu cheese, candied pecans, apple cider dressing.
GF Cuba Libra
Sweet Cola rum glaze, lightly Jerk seasoned, toasted coconut, creamy peppercorn.
GF Mushroom & Truffle Pizza
portobello, shitake, and button mushrooms, pecorino, shredded mozzarella, asiago, thyme, roasted garlic, truffle oil on a cauliflower crust
GF Chicken Taco Bowl Salad
Montreal seasoned chicken, shaved romaine lettuce, herb dressing, corn salsa (it has red onion, lemon juice, cilantro), avocado, Jack & Cheddar cheese.
GF Buffalo Wings
Bleu cheese dressing, celery
GF Filet Kabobs
twin kabobs, marinated filet, onions, red peppers, garlic mashed potato and sauteed asparagus. Sorry, onions and peppers can not be removed.
GF Mediterranean Salad
Romaine, Kalamata olives, red onions, Feta cheese, carrots, tomatoes, cucumbers, red peppers, balsamic.
GF Balsamic Chicken Sandwich
Grilled balsamic marinated chicken, fresh mozzarella, roasted red peppers, sauteed spinach, pesto, balsamic honey reduction, veggie slaw
GF Classic Burger
oz., Gluten Free Bun, side salad with balsamic Vinaigrette.
GF Sliced Flank Steak
Six ounce marinated flank steak, sauteed asparagus, garlic mashed potato
GF Pesto Brushetta Pizza
pesto, bruschetta, pecorino, shedded mozzarella, asiago, drizzle of honey balsamic reduction on a cauliflower crust
Gluten free
Burgers
Pretzel Burger
American cheese, bacon, shredded romaine lettuce, Russian dressing, soft pretzel bun, fries.
Chipotle Bison Burger
Bison infused with chipotle peppers, white cheddar, brioche bun, French fries
Classic Burger
oz., brioche roll, fries, lettuce, tomato, pickle on the side
Turkey Burger
Turkey burger patty topped with caramelized onions, lettuce & tomato on a toasted brioche roll served with five veggie slaw.
Salmon Burger
Seared Salmon patty with onion, bell peppers, garlic, fresh dill, served with avocado, whole wheat thin roll, spicy garlic lime sauce, side of veggie Cole slaw.
Mike's Key Lime Pie
Graham cracker crust, Nellie & Joe's Key lime juice
Five Cannoli
Cannoli filled with sweet vanilla cannoli cream with chocolate chips, dusted with powdered sugar and a side of chocolate sauce.
Bread Pudding
Homemade vanilla bread pudding, vanilla ice cream, drizzle of caramel
Three Cannoli
Cannoli filled with sweet vanilla cannoli cream with chocolate chips, dusted with powdered sugar and a side of chocolate sauce.
Brownie Sundae
brownie topped with vanilla ice cream and hot fudge (gluten free)
Lava Cookie
Chocolate Chip cookie stuffed with molten chocolate served with ice cream
Desserts
Sandwiches
Cajun Chicken Sandwich
Pepperjack, cajun mayo, brioche roll, fries.
Buffalo Chicken
Shredded iceberg. blue cheese dressing, brioche, French Fries
Cheesesteak
Shaved steak, peppers, white onion, homemade cheese sauce, Cuban baguette, fries.
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Chicken breast, lettuce, tomato, brioche bun, fries.
Balsamic Chicken Panini
Grilled balsamic marinated chicken, fresh mozzarella, roasted red peppers, sauteed spinach, pesto, balsamic honey reduction, fries
Corned Beef Reuben
Topped with Swiss cheese, Sauerkraut, Russian, on Marble Rye with a side of fries.
NY Strip Sandwich
Grilled oz NY Strip with a sweet onion and poppy seed sauce topped with grilled red onions on a Cuban brioche baguette and a side of French fries.
French Dip
Boars Head roast beef, Monterey Jack, scampi butter, sautéed onions, baguette, fries.
