Old Florida Menu

A Culinary Tribute to Old Florida’s Hunters & Gatherers

Old Florida Cuisine: A Tribute to Tradition and Wilderness

Florida’s rich wilderness has sustained its people for thousands of years, from the Calusa, Tequesta, and Seminole tribes to the Gladesmen who still live off the land. This menu honors their traditions, blending time-honored techniques with the bold flavors of Florida’s wild landscapes. From pine hammocks to coastal waters, each dish reflects the heritage of those who have called the Sunshine State home.

60 Guest Minimum

$40 per person plus staff & 20% service fee

150 Guest+ $37 per person + staff & 18% service fee
300 Guest+ $34 per person + staff & 15% service fee
450 Guest+ $31 per person + staff & 12% service fee
600 Guest+ $28 per person + staff & 9% service fee
  • Bone-in pork butt, marinated 48 hours in Everglades rub and fresh citrus, slow-roasted, shredded, and garnished with Florida palm leaves. Upgrade to Whole Pig (+$5/pp).
  • Locally sourced whole grouper, marinated 24 hours in citrus, garlic, and herbs, then grilled on-site. Found in Florida’s mangroves before venturing into open waters—now served fresh to your plate.
  • Smoked for 8 hours using Old Florida wood-fired techniques, then slow-roasted and sliced. Topped with silky homemade gravy and garnished with fresh thyme and orange slices.
  • Inspired by the coconut-rich shores of the Florida Keys, this dish features rice simmered in coconut milk and finished with toasted coconut shavings.
  • Locally grown plantains caramelized with turbinado sugar for a touch of tropical sweetness.
  • A tribute to Florida’s native palms, this vibrant salad blends tender hearts of palm, fresh strawberries, and house citrus dressing.
  • Inspired by the Sun Coast’s sand dollar-laden shores, these crisp, golden crackers are the perfect complement to this Florida-inspired feast.

(V) Designates Vegetarian Menu Option

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