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Reservation Policy
Jack-Tar accepts reservations for parties of all sizes.  Reservations are not required although they are
strongly recommended for parties of six or more.  Call (781) 631-2323 to make your reservation.
2008 New Summer Menu (as of 5/29/08)



Soup & Salad

Jack Tar Clam Chowder … $5
Chef’s special recipe, rich & creamy, loaded with native wild sea clams


Mixed Greens … $6
Fresh baby greens, grape tomatoes, cucumbers, watermelon radish & a classic vinaigrette

Baby Arugula … $7
Toasted pistachio, shaved parmesan and citrus vinaigrette

Jack-Tar Caesar … $6.50
Smokey chipotle dressing, shaved parmesan with roast garlic croutons


Add chicken to any salad, $4.50
Add shrimp, salmon or steak tips to any salad, $5.50


Appetizers

Spicy Chilled Rock Shrimp Summer Rolls … $9
Pickled ginger & mango wasabi dipping sauce

Crispy Fried Calamari … $8.50
Fresh basil pesto aioli  

Ginger-Soy Beef Skewers … $8
Sesame greens, Asian slaw  

Potato Gnocchi … $8
Heirloom tomatoes, fresh basil, 8-year balsamic and goat cheese  

Grilled Countneck Clams Provencal … $12
Tomato concassé, Kalamata olive & chardonnay  

Pan-Seared Scallops … $9
With chorizo, brandy & fresh basil


Pizzas

Margherita … $10.50
Classic recipe, tomato sauce, fresh  mozzarella & basil

Rock Shrimp & Crimini … $13
Grape tomato, caramelized onion, mozzarella & pesto


Vegetarian … $12
Roasted peppers, grape tomato & goat cheese topped with citrus arugula salad & parmesan
cheese

Pancetta Great Hill Blue Cheese … $12
With fresh basil, tomato, and 8-year balsamic

Jack-Tar’s Pizza Du Jour … Priced nightly
Check out our chef’s creative, brick-oven specialty pizzas.

Pub Fare

Jack-Tar Burger … $8
Lean ground chuck & sirloin, fresh baked roll, Tar fries  

Aged Vermont Cheddar:  $0.50
Crimini Mushrooms: $0.50
                               
Smoked Bacon: $0.50                                


Warm Tomato Pesto Goat Cheese Sandwich … $9
Rustic baguette, roasted peppers, arugula & Tar fries


Beer Batter Fish & Chips … $14
Fresh haddock, Tar fries, coleslaw & classic tartar  

Entrees

Tarragon Fettuccine … $17
Seared scallops, shrimp, pancetta & tomato


Choice Grilled Steak Tips … $15
House mashed, crimini demi, seasonal vegetable


Herb-Crusted Salmon … $16
Roasted Yukon gold potatoes, horseradish vinaigrette  


Sweet Pea Ravioli … $15
Crimini mushrooms, arugula & chardonnay butter  


Cajun Chicken Penne … $14
Chorizo, caramelized onion, Cajun spice & a splash of cream
(Please specify spicy, medium or mild)


House Smoked Baby Backed Ribs … $16
Spiced rum BBQ sauce, grilled corn, coleslaw  


Grilled Choice Ribeye Steak … $21
House mashed, seasonal vegetable & cabernet demi





All entrée side dishes can be ordered separately



All entrée side dishes can be ordered separately


JACK-TAR ~ DEFINED: A PERSON WHO SERVES AS A SAILOR, [SYN: MARINER, OLD SALT, SEAFARER, SEA DOG]

ALL ENTRÉE SIDE DISHES CAN BE ORDERED SEPARATELY

JACK-TAR STRIVES TO USE THE FINEST FRESH FRUITS, VEGETABLES, REAL CHEESES, FISH, POULTRY & MEATS.  
WE STRIVE TO MAKE IN-HOUSE ALL OUR OWN SOUPS, DRESSINGS, SAUCES, DESSERTS & MORE FROM SCRATCH.

JACK-TAR WILL ALWAYS ATTEMPT TO ACCOMMODATE REASONABLE REQUESTS.  

WE CAN PREPARE VARIOUS DISHES TO COMPLY WITH THE ATKINS DIET – INQUIRE WITH YOUR SERVER.

CONSUMING RAW OR UNDERCOOKED MEATS, POULTRY, SEAFOOD, SHELLFISH OR EGGS MAY
INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOOD-BOURNE ILLNESS.  

PLEASE ADVISE YOUR FOOD SERVER OF ANY FOOD ALLERGIES.  

AN 18% GRATUITY WILL BE ADDED TO PARTIES OF SIX OR MORE.


About Us
Jack-Tar American Tavern -- 126 Washington Street -- Marblehead, MA -- 01945
(781) 631-2323 -- www.jacktarmarblehead.com -- eat@jacktarmarblehead.com