Chef Jesus Romero’s Weekend Specials: Thursday, July 31, to Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025
A Seasonal Showcase of Local Flavor
From Thursday, July 31, through Saturday, August 2, 2025, Chef Jesus Romero invites guests to enjoy a curated menu of vibrant summer dishes, crafted with the freshest local ingredients. From peach-topped burrata to pan-seared North Carolina trout and decadent housemade desserts, each course reflects a commitment to quality, flavor, and seasonal inspiration. Thoughtful wine pairings, classic cocktails, and featured single malt Scotch selections round out the experience for a memorable weekend at Players Retreat.
Available Thursday, July 31, to Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025, from 5–10 p.m.
Appetizers
Burrata Cheese with local peach jam, braised cherry tomatoes, pickled red onion, and pita bread $14.95
Local Vegetable Minestrone garnished with pesto $6.95/cup $8.95/bowl
Entrées
Local NC Pan-Seared Speckled Trout* with a beet and carrot puree, blanched broccolini, and roasted fingerling potatoes $26.95
Pairing: Frenzy Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand ‘24 $11|$44
Farmers Market Vegetable Plate with fried okra, sweet corn, field peas, sauteed zucchini, and squash $21.95
Pairing: Castellano Pinot Grigio, Italy ‘23 $8|$32
Hand-Cut Certified Choice Beef*
12 oz. NY Strip, Ribeye, or 8 oz. Filet Mignon $44.95
Choice of side and Garden Salad or Sub Small Chopped Salad Add $3.75
Dessert
Local Peach Crisp with housemade whipped cream $8.95
Sticky Toffee Pudding $5.95
Flourless Chocolate Cake $6.95
Key Lime Pie $5.95
Cheesecake of the Day $5.95
Vanilla Ice Cream $5.95
Featured Cocktails $12
Daiquiri Rum, lime juice, simple syrup
Gimlet Gin, lime juice, simple syrup
Gold Rush Evan Williams Black, lemon juice, honey
Featured Wine
Frenzy Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand ‘24 $11|$44
Castellano Pinot Grigio, Italy ‘23 $8|$32
Single Malt Scotch Half-Pour Features
Macallan
12 Year- $12
15 Year- $20
25 Year- $150
*These menu items are cooked to order. Notice: Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness, especially if you have certain medical issues.
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