The Root Cellar Menu
Located in Lexington, SC, The Root Cellar offers a variety of wraps, Southern, and American cuisine. With options for vegan and limited vegetarian diets, this casual spot is perfect for groups, kids, and even furry friends with outdoor seating and dog-friendly policies. The menu boasts delicious options like the pimento burger and Southern egg wraps, earning rave reviews from customers like James R. and Miranda S. The attentive service, clean dining area, and speedy food delivery impressed diners like Steve S. and Laura S. Although there were mixed reviews on service, the overall consensus is that The Root Cellar is a must-visit for tasty food and a welcoming atmosphere. Visit them for a great dining experience or take advantage of their delivery and catering services.
Sandwiches & Wraps
Blackened Catfish BLT
Lightly blackened catfish, crispy bacon, green leaf lettuce, ripe tomatoes, and Root Cellar tartar sauce. Served with your choice of side.
Kale Chicken Wrap
Kale salad, goat cheese, grilled chicken, whole wheat wrap. Served with your choice of side.
Grilled Chicken, Swiss & Avocado Sandwich
Brioche bun, lettuce, tomato, onion, pesto ranch. Served with your choice of side.
Hot Honey Fried Chicken Sandwich
Crispy fried chicken breast, hot and honey drizzle, dill pickles, creamy mayo, lettuce, tomato, onion, buttered brioche bun. Served with your choice of side.
Grilled Ribeye Steak Sandwich
Aged ribeye, flame grilled to order, sautéed mushrooms and onions, Swiss cheese, buttered French roll. Served with your choice of side.
Bowl Of Soup
Served with fresh cornbread.
Soup & Sandwich
Soup of the day paired with your choice of a grilled pimento cheese or a hot ham and cheese sandwich.
The Classic Burger
ounce ground chuck, mayo, lettuce, tomato and onion, buttered brioche bun. Served with your choice of side.
The Tavern Burger
ounce ground chuck, Dijonnaise and caramelized onions, melted swiss, buttered brioche bun. Served with your choice of side.
Pimento Burger
ounce ground chuck, house made pimento cheese, lettuce, tomato and onions, buttered brioche. Served with your choice of side.
The Root Cellar Burger
ounce ground chuck goat cheese, fried green tomato, buttered brioche bun. Served with your choice of side.
Black Bean Burger
Avocado, lettuce, tomato, onion, roasted red pepper relish, buttered brioche bun. Served with your choice of side.
Burgers
Starters
Fried Chicken Livers
Marinated, lightly breaded, fried golden, comeback sauce.
Southern Egg Rolls
House made pimento cheese and pulled pork rolled in a spring roll, lightly fried, with Root Cellar BBQ sauce.
Basket Of Fried Okra
Cornmeal breaded, with house made ranch dressing.
Fried Green Tomatoes
Roasted red pepper relish, chipotle ranch.
Fried Oysters
Apalachicola cornmeal dusted, remoulade.
Deviled Eggs
Topped with bacon, green onions, paprika.
Ahi Tuna
Seared ahi tuna, Asian dipping sauce, scallions.
Buffalo Chicken Salad
Spicy buffalo chicken tenders, crisp young greens, ripe grape tomatoes, cucumbers, sliced red onions, Root Cellar croutons.
Caesar Salad
A timeless class. House made Caesar dressing shaved Parmesan, Root Cellar croutons.
Kale Salad
Tender kale, craisins, goat cheese, toasted almonds, lemon vinaigrette.
Spinach Salad
Tender baby spinach, goat cheese, warm strawberry bacon vinaigrette.
House Salad
Mixed greens, ripe grape tomato, cucumber, shaved radishes, cheese.
Root Cellar Cobb Salad
Golden fried chicken tender, avocado, tomato pulled pork, hard-boiled egg, mixed greens.
Ahi Tuna Salad
Mixed greens, wasabi peas, crispy Asian noodles, fresh mango, Asian sesame dressing.
Salad
Entrées
Buttermilk Fried Chicken
Marinated double lobe chicken breast, fried golden brown, yellow grits with white gravy. Served with two side choices.
Grilled Chopped Steak
ounce. Our proprietary blend, sautéed marinated mushrooms and caramelized onions. Served with two sides.
Single Or Double Cut Pork Chop
Grilled, Carolina heritage farms, bone-in rip chop. Served with choice of two sides.
Shrimp & Grits
Creamy yellow grits, jumbo wild caught shrimp, tasso cream sauce. Served with choice of two sides.
Grilled Or Blackened Salmon
Eight ounce Scottish salmon. Served with choice of two sides.
Filet Mignon
Eight ounce stockyard angus filet grilled to your liking. Served with choice of two sides.
Sterling Silver Ribeye
ounce perfectly aged, hand cut in-house. Served with choice of two sides.
Fried Oyster Entrée
Apalachicola cornmeal dusted. Served with choice of two sides.
Veggie Plate
Choice of four sides.
Fish N Chips
Beer battered cod fillets served with French fries, house made tartar sauce.
Cheeseburger Sliders
Mini burgers topped with cheese on a soft bun, typically includes ketchup and pickles.
Hand Breaded Chicken Tenders
Crispy hand-breaded chicken tenders served with a side of creamy dipping sauce.
Buttered Noodles
Tender penne pasta topped with savory beef chunks, melted cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and garnished with chopped green onions.
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Golden, melted cheese nestled between buttery, toasted slices of bread.
Any Sides As Meal
Choose any sides: baked or sweet potatoes, casserole, fries, onion rings, greens, salads, limas, mashed potatoes/gravy, brussel sprouts, mac-n-cheese, beans, okra, peas, corn. Fried chicken included.
Kids Menu
Side Dishes
Loaded Baked Potato
Crispy potato wedges topped with melted cheese, bacon bits, green onions, and dollops of sour cream.
Sweet Potato Casserole
Oven-baked sweet potatoes mixed with cinnamon and brown sugar, typically includes a crunchy pecan and marshmallow topping.
French Fries
Crispy golden strips of deliciousness served hot and seasoned to perfection.
Onion Rings
Crispy golden-fried onion rings, perfectly seasoned for a savory crunch.
Collards
Slow-cooked collard greens, often prepared with smoked turkey, bacon, or ham hocks, and seasoned with a blend of spices.
Side Salad
Fresh Green Salad: A Crisp, Refreshing Side Dish
Yellow Grits
Yellow grits are coarsely ground corn, simmered until tender, typically seasoned to enhance their natural, slightly sweet flavor.
Baby Limas
Tender baby lima beans gently simmered and typically includes a blend of herbs and spices for subtle flavoring.
Mashed Potatoes With Gravy
Creamy mashed potatoes typically include milk and butter, topped with a savory gravy.
Sautéed Brussel Sprouts
Tender Brussels sprouts sautéed to perfection, offering a delightful balance of crispiness and subtle sweetness.
Macaroni & Cheese
Tender elbow macaroni baked with creamy cheese sauce and a golden, crispy breadcrumb topping.
Green Beans
Fresh green beans sautéed with a hint of garlic and seasoned lightly to enhance their natural flavor.
Fried Okra
Crispy golden Okra bites, perfectly seasoned and fried to perfection.
Red Peas
Red peas are typically prepared with a blend of spices and herbs, often simmered to enhance their natural flavors.
Creamed Corn
Corn gently cooked in a creamy sauce, often accompanied by hints of butter for richness.
Rice And Gravy
Softly cooked rice served with a thick, savory gravy made from meat juices.
Coleslaw
Crisp shredded cabbage in a creamy, tangy dressing.
Carrot Cake
Six layers, toasted walnuts, cream cheese buttercream frosting, orange zest sprinkled between layers, toasted walnuts and candied carrot peel topping.
Chocolate Cake
Two layers of dark chocolate cake, creamy chocolate mousse, topped with whipped cream and chocolate curls.
Banana Pudding Pound Cake
Mom's creamy nanner pudding from scratch, southern yellow pound cake crumbles.
Cheesecake Special
Southern classic meets ny sophistication.
Dessert
Beverages
Lemonade
Refreshing citrus beverage.
Iced Tea
Chilled, Refreshing Brewed Tea, Perfectly Balanced for a Hot Day
Coffee
Freshly brewed, aromatic blend to kick-start your day.
Monday Grilled Porkchops
Grilled pork chop with a choice of sides including baked potato, sweet potato casserole, fries, and more. Choose from delicious side options.
Wednesday Meatloaf
Tuesday Fried Shrimp
Fried shrimp with options including potatoes in various forms, vegetables like collards and brussel sprouts, or classics like macaroni & cheese and creamed corn. Choose one side.
Friday Fried Flounder
Fried flounder served with a choice of sides, including baked options, salads, vegetables, and classics like macaroni & cheese or mashed potatoes.
Monday Fried Porkchops
Fried pork chops with choice of side: potatoes, veggies, or salads. Multiple options like mac & cheese, collards, or creamed corn available.
Thursday Smothered Country Fried Steak
Thick chicken fried steak topped with savory sauce. Side options include potatoes, casseroles, fries, vegetables, salads, or beans.