Truluck's Ocean's Finest Seafood and Crab Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to Truluck's Ocean's Finest Seafood and Crab, a remarkable dining destination nestled in the heart of Washington, D.C. This upscale restaurant charms patrons with its elegant decor, exceptional service, and a menu brimming with the freshest seafood offerings.
Highlights include the Miso Glazed Seabass served with crab fried rice and chilled cucumber slaw, and the indulgent Scallop & Shrimp Sauté paired with florentine cauliflower rice. For land lovers, the Ribeye steals the show, showcasing the kitchen's versatility. Complement your meal with delectable sides like Panséared Broccoli and Creamed Spinach.
Renowned for its inviting atmosphere, complete with live piano music, Truluck's offers an unforgettable dining experience, whether celebrating a special occasion or indulging in a midweek feast. Prepare your taste buds for a culinary adventure that truly embodies seafood excellence.
Dinner Menu
To support our Front-Line Service Staff there is an 18% minimum gratuity added to tables of 6 or more.
FRESH STONE CRAB CLAWS
Served fresh and never frozen, these sweet, meaty claws are pulled from the traps and arrive at your table chilled, pre-cracked, and with our house specialty mustard sauce. All in less than 24 hours.
Appetizers
Chilled
TRU CAVIAR SERVICE
traditional accoutrements - trident royale 160 private reserve 120 tableside spirit pairings - stoli, elit, vodka 26 casa dragones, blanco tequila 26
AHI TUNA TARTARE*
avocado, jalapeno, mango, ponzu, sesame oil, crispy wonton chips
FRESH OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELL*
half dozen, horseradish, cocktail sauce, champagne mignonette Market Price
JUMBO SHRIMP COCKTAIL
horseradish-cocktail sauce
OYSTERS ROCKEFELLER*
creamed spinach, parmesan cheese, finished with Pernod
SALT & PEPPER CALAMARI
blistered shishitos, red fresno peppers, thai basil, sweet chili glaze, dynamite aioli
JUMBO LUMP CRAB CAKE
dilled tartar sauce
LOBSTER TEMPURA BAO (2)
cucumber, green onion, sesame-thai basil aioli, red tobiko, steamed bun
PRIME MEATBALLS
house steak sauce
PARKER HOUSE STYLE ROLLS
butter brushed, parmesan finished
Hot
Soup & Salads
LOBSTER BISQUE
aged sherry, lobster morsels
SONOMA GREENS SALAD
spicy pecans, goat cheese, apples, dried cranberries, honey vinaigrette
LITTLE GEM CAESAR SALAD*
shaved parmesan, parker house croutons, caesar style dressing
ICEBERG WEDGE SALAD
blue cheese, warm bacon, cherry tomatoes, blue cheese dressing
TOMATO SALAD
shaved red onion, dill, warm bacon, buttermilk ranch “naughty”
FRESH FLORIDA STONE CRAB CLAW PLATTER
chilled, pre-cracked, served with parmesan mashed potatoes, asparagus, house specialty mustard sauce
PRIME KING CRAB
1 lb., split, hot or chilled, parmesan mashed potatoes, asparagus, lemon butter Market Price
COLD-WATER LOBSTER TAIL
butter finished & carved tableside, parmesan mashed potatoes, asparagus Market Price
BLUE CRAB STUFFED LOBSTER TAILS
parmesan mashed potatoes, asparagus, lobster-sherry jus
PETIT LOBSTER TAILS SCAMPI
artisan black & white linguini, vine ripened tomato, lemon-basil garlic sauce
CRISPY BATTERED LOBSTER TAILS
blistered sesame shishito peppers, honey mustard, garlic-lemon butter
Crab & Lobster
Prime Seafood
Any fish selection can be Simply Prepared with extra virgin olive oil, sea salt, & fresh lemon.
BROILED SALMON*
parmesan mashed potatoes, blue crab, shrimp, jalapeno bearnaise
MISO-GLAZED SEABASS
crab fried rice, chilled cucumber slaw
SESAME SEARED TUNA*
parmesan mashed potatoes, tamari reduction
MEDITERRANEAN BRANZINO
whole roasted, heirloom tomatoes, olives, capers, chives, lemon- extra virgin olive oil
SCALLOP & SHRIMP SAUTE
florentine cauliflower rice, lemon vinaigrette
TROUT AMANDINE
parmesan mashed potatoes, lemon-caper butter
ROCKFISH PONTCHARTRAIN
rice pilaf, shrimp, crawfish, piquant creole sauce
USDA Prime Hand-Cut, aged a minimum of 30 days. All steaks are seasoned and broiled at 1200 degrees.
FILET MIGNON*
barrel-cut
FILET MIGNON FLIGHT*
three petit broiled filets, distinctly designed & seasonally crafted
PRIME RIBEYE*
center-cut boneless
PRIME NEW YORK STRIP*
PRIME STEAK FRITES*
chef’s cut, truffle fries, tartar bearnaise
LUMINA LAMB CHOPS
dijon-parmesan crust, parmesan mashed potatoes, rosemary jus
Prime Steaks & Chops
Indulge
Truffle-King Crab Butter
BLUE CRAB OSCAR
Crispy Panko Oysters (3)
Cherrywood Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp (3)
Crispy Tempura Lobster
PETIT SOUTH AFRICAN LOBSTER TAIL
Market
ROASTED CAULIFLOWER STEAK
asparagus, roasted red pepper-pecan romesco
PAPPARDELLE BOLOGNESE
plant based sausage, meatballs, tomato, cashew ricotta, basil
Plant Based
Vegetables Shared Accompaniments
ASPARAGUS
STEAMED SPINACH
CREAMED SPINACH
PAN-SEARED BROCCOLI
MUSHROOMS
FLORENTINE CAULIFLOWER “RICE”
MANNY’S AU GRATIN POTATOES
TRUFFLE FRIES
PARMESAN MASHED POTATOES
LYONNAISE POTATOES
CRAB FRIED RICE
MACARONI & CHEESE
Potatoes & Such Shared Accompaniments
Cocktails
VOILA!
A sensory tour de force of dry ice smoke, vodka, framboise, fresh lime, pineapple
SANGRIA
house made secret recipe
SMOKE IN THE GARDEN
mezcal, botanical liqueur, hibiscus, fresh lime
HOUSE OLD FASHIONED
bourbon, spiced orange, angostura, orange bitters
SPICY BLACKBERRY MARGARITA
tequila, orange liqueur, blackberry, fresh lime, habanero
ESPRESSO MARTINI
vodka, amaro, demerara gum, espresso
These four martinis are all stirred and are an exquisite way to get your meal started.
Martini for 28 or a Tiny Tini for 14
Martini Tesoro
El Tesoro Reposado Tequila, Pandan Liqueur, Fontbonne, chocolate bitters. Crazy good.
Single Barrel Manhattan
made with Old Forester, Single Barrel Strength Rye, 127 proof, a beautiful chinato vermouth and orange bitters
The Bon-Ton Martini
Monkey 47 Schwarzwald Dry Gin, Carpano Bianco, elderflower liqueur, orange bitters, lemon twist. So delightfully fresh and smooth.
The Dinner Martini
Chopin Family Reserve gluten free extra small batch potato vodka and a hint of Italian vermouth. Have it with a lemon twist, olives, or...seriously do blue cheese olives.
The Martini Experience
Zero Proof
BERRY PATCH
strawberry, almond, fresh lime, sparkling coconut
BLACKBERRY BRAMBLE
blackberry, habanero, fresh lime, soda water
HIBISCUS FRESCA
hibiscus, spiced orange, almond, fresh lemon, fresh lime, soda water
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Contains (or may contain) raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions. Please alert your server of any food allergies immediately.