Dining
Dining
A Farm Kitchen Grounded in Season and Craft
The Farm Kitchen at Windmill Creek offers a seasonal menu built around thoughtful preparation and familiar flavors done well. Dishes are designed to stand on their own, whether you are stopping in for a relaxed lunch or settling in for an evening meal.
Dining is available inside the historic Mariner House as well as outdoors throughout the property during warmer months. Each space reflects the character of the setting and offers a comfortable place to enjoy time at the table.
For parties of 9 or more please give us a call at
(410) 251-6122 to reserve a seating.
* Reservations for lawn concert tables must be made through the Events Page for the event you will be attending.
*Parties of 9 or more are subject to a cancellation fee if canceled within 72 hours or in the event of a no-show.
Mariner House Dining
Our seasonal dining menu brings together Eastern Shore seafood, composed plates, flatbreads, shareable boards, and lighter fare designed for relaxed winery dining.
Pair your meal with Windmill Creek wines, enjoy a cocktail or mocktail, and settle in for a farm kitchen experience that feels approachable, fresh, and memorable.
Seasonal Dining
Current Menu
Open Daily
12:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Seasonal Dining Menu
Seasonal dishes, flatbreads, boards, cocktails, and chef features.
Starters
Maryland Crab Soup (GF)
15A regional classic, rich, tangy, filled with summer vegetables and lump crab.
Pair with our ChardonnayBurrata & Grilled Peaches (V, GF)
18Creamy burrata with grilled peppered peaches, heirloom tomatoes and arugula in honey balsamic vinaigrette, finished with candied pecans and cherry balsamic glaze.
Pair with our ViognierFried Green Tomatoes with Lump Crab
22Crispy green tomatoes topped with sweet lump crab and our signature Eastern Shore sauce.
Pair with our Winter RedWindmill Creek Ceviche (GF w/o crisps)
30Rockfish, shrimp and crab with asparagus, corn and cucumber in a chilled citrus-tomato broth. Served with house-made Old Bay crisps.
Pair with our Summer RedLow Country Shrimp Dip (GF w/o crisps)
23Chopped shrimp in a zesty blend of onion, lemon and coastal spices. Served chilled with house-made flatbread crisps.
Pair with our RoséClassic Crab Dip (GF w/o bread)
26Warm, melty Eastern Shore crab dip served with toasted bread.
Pair with our Winter RedSalads & Lite Fare
Triple Berry Goat Cheese Salad (V, GF)
16Strawberries, blackberries and blueberries with red onion, arugula and Champagne vinaigrette. Finished with goat cheese and pistachios.
Pair with our RoséGrilled Summer Harvest Bowl (VG)
21Char-grilled asparagus, corn, summer squash, and heirloom tomatoes over Israeli couscous with roasted tomato vinaigrette.
Pair with our Summer RedHandhelds
The Gardener’s Melt (V)
18Milton Prairie Breeze cheddar, Cooper sharp, and Colby Jack with fried green tomatoes and bacon jam on grilled sourdough.
Pair with our ChambourcinLump Crab Hush Puppies
21Golden hush puppies folded with lump crab, drizzled with Old Bay honey. Served with Eastern Shore sauce.
Pair with our Sauvignon BlancSouthern Shrimp Po’ Boy
22Crispy fried shrimp with shredded lettuce, pickles and Eastern Shore sauce on a toasted roll.
Pair with our ChardonnayCountry Grilled Chicken on Focaccia
226oz grilled chicken breast glazed with our house-made sweet and tangy BBQ, grilled onion, peppers, arugula, topped with Manchego served on focaccia.
Pair with our ViognierThe Butcher’s Blend Steakhouse Burger
24Flame-grilled custom blend of chuck, brisket and short rib, topped with applewood smoked cheddar, bourbon mushrooms and onions, black peppercorn steak sauce and arugula.
Pair with our Bruised Reed ReserveChef’s Plates
Petite Strip Au Poivre (GF)
244oz pepper-crusted New York strip with wildfire blue cheese, onion jam and orange-infused oil.
Pair with our ChambourcinCarolina Gold Duck Wings (V, GF)
19Crispy duck wings tossed in house-made Carolina Gold BBQ, finished with pickled red onions and house pickles.
Pair with our MerlotSignature Boards
Crafted for Sharing, Perfect For Two
Farmhouse Grill Board (GF w/o bread)
68Flame-grilled flank steak, grilled chicken, smoked pork belly and smoked brisket with summer vegetables and fingerling potatoes. Served with warm bread and house-made sauces.
Pair with our Bruised Reed ReserveCreekside Seafood Board (GF w/o bread)
68Grilled rockfish, grilled shrimp, fried black bass and fire-braised mussels with summer vegetables and fingerling potatoes. Served with warm bread and house-made sauces.
Pair with our RoséArtisan Cheese & Charcuterie
(2) 30 / (6) 60Carr Valley Ménage cow, goat & sheep blend; The Robin Wisconsin Colby, Beehive Barely Buzzed cheddar; Carr Valley Billy Goat Blue, served with seasonal fruit and accompaniments.
Harvest Vegetable Board (V, GF w/o bread)
32Grilled summer vegetables, sliced heirloom tomatoes, grilled corn and farmhouse cucumber salad. Served with warm bread and house-made sauces.
Pair with our Sauvignon BlancFlatbreads
Heirloom Margherita Flatbread (V)
22Fresh mozzarella, heirloom tomatoes, basil and garlic-infused oil with balsamic glaze.
Pair with our MerlotGarden Flatbread (V)
22Marinated zucchini, eggplant, peppers and tomatoes with mozzarella, provolone, arugula and shaved parmesan.
Pair with our Sauvignon BlancChesapeake Seafood Flatbread
25Shrimp and crab with brie and provolone, finished with crispy bacon and Old Bay.
Pair with our RoséCajun Blue Flatbread
23Cajun-spiced chicken with caramelized onions, buttermilk blue cheese, brie and provolone, finished with cherry balsamic glaze.
Pair with our Summer RedBeverages
Sodas & Juices
5Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Ginger Ale, Orange Juice, Apple Juice, Cranberry Juice.
Sparkling & Still Water
5Perrier Sparkling, Panna Still, Dasani Water.
Coffee & Teas
5Coffee, Decaf Coffee, Iced Tea, Hot Tea.
Mocktails
Lady Mariner
8Red grapefruit juice, lavender syrup, grenadine, sparkling water.
Blackberry Smash
8Mint, lime, blackberries, grapefruit juice, coconut water, sparkling water.
Italian Spritz
8Italian aperitif, lemon-lime soda.
(GF) Gluten-Free | (V) Vegetarian | (VG) Vegan
Please inform your server of any allergies. Cross contact may occur.
A gratuity of 20% will be added to checks for parties of 8 or more. Two credit card checks allowed per table.
Yappy Hour
Wine and Wags
For the Pups
Pup Cup
3Pup Cup with Berries & a Biscuit
5Frozen Peanut Butter Cup
5Plain Chicken Breast
6For the Humans
Featured Yappy Hour Cocktail
12$1 from this cocktail will be donated to a local animal shelter.