Academy Street Bistro Menu
Academy Street Bistro in Cary, NC, offers a cozy atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating options. The menu includes a variety of New American dishes with vegan and vegetarian options available. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible, has ADA-compliant facilities, and provides QR code menus for convenience. Customers praise the excellent service and delicious food, such as the tender fried calamari recommended by the friendly bartender. The Lobster Bisque, crab cake salad, and gluten-free BLT are standout dishes that have received high praise. The restaurant also offers a Chef's special dinner menu, showcasing unique and flavorful dishes like lobster and halibut stuffed lobster tail. With a warm charm and local artwork on display, Academy Street Bistro is a hidden gem in downtown Cary worth visiting.
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Fritz Riesling
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Codax Albarino
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Chateau Freynelle
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Jones Von Drehle Viognier
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Les Gourmets Sauvignon Blanc
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Lexicon Sauvignon Blanc
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Storypoint Chardonnay
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Wrath EX Anima Chardonnay
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Cakebread Chardonnay
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Lapis Luna Pinot Noir
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Smith & Perry Pinot Noir
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Pessimist Red Blend
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Cooper & Thief Bourbon Barrel Blend
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Vina Pomal Tempranillo
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E Mezzo Primitivo
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Château Colombier
Bordeaux, France
Laroque Cabernet Franc
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Terra D'Oro Red Zinfandel
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Kaiken Malbec
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Leese + Fitch Merlot
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Noah River Cabernet Sauvignon
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Corvus Cabernet Sauvignon
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Taken Red Blend
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Banfi Belnero Super Tuscan
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Mollydooker 'The Boxer' Shiraz
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Ferrari Carrano Cabernet Sauvignon
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Flora Springs Cabernet Sauvignon
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Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon
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RED
Rose
Daou Rose
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Villaviva Rose
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LaMarca Prosecco
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Avissi Prosecco
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Calvet Cremant De Bordeaux Brut Rose
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Wycliff
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Sparkling
SPECIALITY COCKTAILS
Maple Bourbon Old Fashioned
Jim Beam Black, Maple Syrup, Bitters, Orange Peel, Brandied Cherries
Basil Maker’s
Maker’s Mark, Basil Simple Syrup, Lemon Juice, Muddled Basil
Bistro Lemonade
Citrus Vodka, Cassis Liquor, Muddled Blackberries, Lemonade, Sprite
Redemption Sunryes
Redemption Rye, Lemon Juice, Orange Juice, Simply Syrup, Grenadine
PomPagne Cosmo
Vodka, TripleSec, Pomegranate Juice, Cranberry, Lime Juice topped with Champage
Academy Cooler
Bacardi Coconut Rum, Peach Schnapps, Blue Caracao, Orange Juice, Sprite
Lime Juice + Ginger Beer
Moscow Mule
Vodka
Kentucky Mule
Bourbon
Irish Mule
Whiskey
MULES
BEERS
Rotating Cider
Utica Club
First beer sold after prohibition
Warsteiner Dunkel
Warstein, Germany
Railhouse Mastiff Oatmeal Stout
Aberdeen, North Carolina
Pork Belly
Korean inspired BBQ sauce, crispy slaw, toasted sesame seeds
Brussels Sprouts
Crispy bacon, shaved parmesan
Mussels
Coconut gochujang red bell pepper broth, green onions, crostini
Jumbo-Lump Crab Cakes
Stone ground mustard aioli, arugula
Ahi Tuna Ceviche
Lime, cilantro, jalapeno, shallots, tortilla chips
Grilled Brie
Bruschetta
Heirloom tomatoes, basil, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic reduction, crostini
Meatballs
Painted Hills angus beef, house-made marinara, shaved parmesan
Starters
Salads
Beet And Arugula
Pistachios, cranberries, avocado, herb-chevre, honey-balsamic vinaigrette
Heirloom Burrata Caprese
Heirloom tomatoes, Italian burrata, olivewood balsamic reduction, sea salt, olive oil
Chef's Soup Of The Day
Fresh made with locally sourced ingredients
Strawberry Salad
Greens, strawberries, candied pecans, onions, gorgonzola, strawberry vinaigrette
Caesar
Caesar Salad
Romaine, parmesan, croutons
House
Greens, cucumbers, shaved carrots, cherry tomatoes, citrus vinaigrette $
Meatball Hoagie
House-made meatballs, mozzarella, neomande hoagie
Bratwurst
Wicked Weed Pernicious beer braised brat, pickled caraway seed sauerkraut, Lusty Monk mustard, neomande hoagie
Bistro Roast Beef
Thinly shaved beef, caramelized onions, white cheddar, roasted garlic aioli
Bistro Burger
Over-easy egg, bacon jam, white cheddar, brioche bun
Jumbo-Lump Crab Cake Sandwich
Stone ground mustard aioli, arugula, parmesan, tomato, toasted brioche.
Chicken Salad Sandwich
Lettuce, tomato, toasted brioche
B.L.T. With Avocado
Bacon, lettuce, tomato, avacado, mayo, toasted sourdough
Grilled Vegetable Panini
Zucchini, tomato, caramelized onion, grilled portobello mushroom, feta, toasted sourdough
Sandwiches
Appetizers
Meatballs
Painted Hills angus beef, house-made marinara, shaved parmesan
Pork Belly
Korean inspired BBQ sauce, crispy slaw, toasted sesame seeds
Mussels
Coconut gochujang red bell pepper broth, green onions, crostini
Ahi Tuna Ceviche
Lime, cilantro, shallots, jalepenos, tortilla chips
Grilled Brie
Apricot chili jam, toasted shaved almonds, crostini
Bistro Bruschetta
Heirloom tomatoes, basil, garlic, olive oil, balsamic reduction, crostini
Brussels Sprouts
Crispy bacon, shaved parmesan
Jumbo-Lump Crab Cakes
Stone ground mustard aioli, arugula salad
Charcuterie Board
Chef's selection, three meats & three cheeses
Seafood Paella
Chorizo, bell peppers, onions, bay scallops, mussels, shrimp, saffron rice
Fettuccine Di Mare
Scallops, shrimp, mussels, clams, lobster cream sauce
Scallops
Yellow corn puree, cilantro, red onion, and bell pepper salad
NC Farmer's Market Plate
Grilled portobello mushrooms, zucchini, roasted red peppers, spinach, balsamic reduction
Chef's Fresh Catch
Pork Ribeye
Bistro rubbed, bourbon-cherry compote, yellow rice, collard greens
Chili Rubbed Ribeye
oz cut, sweet potato, gorgonzola, spinach hash, green beans, chimichurri $
Chicken Provencal
Seared bone-in chicken breast, basil orzo, green beans
Braised Beef Short Rib
Mashed potatoes, carrots, red wine jus
Risotto
Portobello, shiitake, and crimini mushrooms, parmesan, dehydrated mushrooms
Main Courses
Desserts
Affogato
Vanilla bean ice cream, espresso, orange zest
Dark Chocolate Mousse
Salted caramel cookie, sugared blackberry
Flourless Chocolate Torte
Featured Cheesecake
Made locally by "Once in a Blue Moon"
Featured Cake
Made locally by "Once in a Blue Moon"
Vanilla Crème Brulee
Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
Bread Pudding
Bourbon bread pudding topped with ice cream and a caramel drizzle
Mixed Berry Cobbler
Blackberry, blueberry, and strawberry cobbler topped with ice cream and a blueberry drizzle
