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
Happy Hour
Monday – Friday | 3 to 5:30 PM
A weekday special — our full Seasonal Dining menu below is served daily.
Lite Bites
Fried Stuffed Jalapeños
$16Four half jalapeños stuffed with homemade cream cheese mix, topped with a chipotle aioli.
Crab Dip
$20Eastern Shore crab dip served with toasted bread.
Fried Green Tomatoes
$18Crispy green tomatoes topped with sweet lump crab and our signature Eastern Shore sauce.
Spanish Ceviche
$20Shrimp and crab with green and red bell peppers, jalapeño, red onion, and lime juice, served with house-made tortilla chips.
Lump Crab Hush Puppies
$16Golden hush puppies with lump crab, drizzled with Old Bay honey, served with Eastern Shore sauce.
Happy Hour Drinks
Wine (glass)
$4 offWine Bottles
$5 offCocktails
$3 offBeer
$3 offSeasonal Dining Menu
Seasonal dishes, flatbreads, boards, cocktails, and chef features.
Starters
Maryland Crab Soup (GF)
15A regional classic—rich, tangy, and 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 Bless Your HeartSpanish Ceviche (GF without crisps)
30Shrimp and crab with green bell pepper, red bell pepper, jalapeño, red onion and lime juice. Served with house-made, salted tortilla chips.
Pair with our Sauvignon BlancLow Country Shrimp Dip (GF without crisps)
23Chopped shrimp in a zesty, creamy dip with onion, lemon, and coastal spices. Served chilled with house-made flatbread crisps.
Pair with our RoséClassic Crab Dip (GF without 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
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
226 oz 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 on focaccia.
Pair with our Bruised Reed ReserveChef’s Plates
Petite Strip Au Poivre (GF)
244 oz pepper-crusted New York strip with Wildfire Blue Cheese, onion jam, and orange-infused oil.
Pair with our ChambourcinCarolina Gold Duck Wings
19Crispy duck wings tossed in house-made Carolina Gold BBQ, finished with pickled red onions and house pickles.
Pair with our Winter RedSignature Boards
Farmhouse Grill Board (GF without 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 without 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
36 / 68Chef’s selection of artisan cheeses and cured meats with seasonal fruits, nuts, and accompaniments.
Pair with our ViognierHarvest Vegetable Board (V, GF without 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, and basil on garlic-infused oil with balsamic glaze.
Pair with our Bruised Reed ReserveGarden 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 ($3).
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
8Non-alcoholic Italian 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.