Rode's Fireside Restaurant Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Rode's Fireside Restaurant, a culinary gem nestled in Swedesboro, NJ. This establishment offers a cozy atmosphere, perfect for both intimate dinners and family gatherings. The menu features a diverse range of dishes, highlighting both classic favorites and unique creations.
- Filet Mignon: Reviewed as exquisite, accompanied by perfectly cooked onion rings that elevate the experience.
- Salmon: Praised for fresh flavors alongside delightful croutons.
- Caramelized Zucchini Soup: A must-try for its rich taste.
- Cornbread: Moist and dense, paired with honey butter for a sweet finish.
With exceptional service and attention to detail, every visit to Rode's feels special. Regulars rave about the inviting ambiance and consistently high-quality food. Whether you're dining in or getting takeout, Rode's Fireside promises a memorable meal that will keep you coming back.
Soup
French Onion Crock
Gruyere and provolone.
Tuscany Vegetable - Bowl
Vegetarian.
Crab Bisque - Bowl
Sherry enhanced.
Loaded Baked Potato - Bowl
Topped with bacon, cheese and scallions
Shrimp Louie Salad
Romaine, sliced hard boiled egg, chilled asparagus, tomatoes, cucumbers, black olives, classic Louie dressing.
Gorgonzola
Mixed greens, apple, bleu cheese crumbles, dried cherries, sweet-spicy pecans, balsamic vinaigrette.
Roasted Beet
Arugula, goat cheese, toasted pistachios, balsamic-honey vinaigrette.
Wedge Salad
Applewood smoked bacon, crumbled bleu cheese, diced tomato, house made bleu cheese dressing.
Caesar
Hearts of romaine, fresh grated Parmesan, house-made croutons.
Chopped Fried Chicken Chef Salad
Swiss, cooper sharp American cheese, hard-boiled egg, tomato, cucumber, red onion, iceberg and mixed greens, spicy ranch dressing.
Cobb Salad
Romaine, avocado, hard boiled egg, tomato, crisp bacon, scallions, crumbled bleu cheese, house made zesty Italian vinaigrette.
Steak Salad
New. Sliced filet mignon, spinach and romaine, sweet corn, roasted red peppers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, pumpkin seeds, crumbled bleu cheese. Your choice: creamy balsamic "Or" blue cheese dressing.
Salads
Handhelds
Bleu Cheese & Fig Jam Burger
8 oz apple wood smoked bacon, toasted brioche bun.
Crab Cake Sandwich Platter
Jumbo lump crab and seasonings, lettuce, tomato, brioche bun, coleslaw, fries.
Hickory Chicken Sandwich
Cabot Cermont Cheddar, applewood smoked bacon, BBQ sauce, brioche bun.
Classic Burger
8 oz cooper sharp American cheese, lettuce, tomato, raw onion, toasted brioche bun.
BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich
Slow cooked 16 hrs, hickory BBQ sauce, torpedo roll.
Grilled Cajun Chicken Sandwich
Cajun seasoned, provolone, lettuce, tomato, cajun mayo, brioche bun.
Fireside Burger
8oz Cabot Vermont Cheddar cheese, apple wood smoked bacon, BBQ sauce.
Grilled Chicken Sonoma
Grilled asparagus, roasted red peppers, provolone, honey mustard, toasted brioche roll.
Chef's Choice Vegetable Of Day
Sweet Potato Waffle Fries
Baked Potato
Butter, sour cream.
Coleslaw
House-Made Cornbread, 2 Pieces
Honey butter.
Fries
Side Caesar
Side Garden Salad
Grilled Asparagus
On the Side
Land and Sea
Caribbean Crab Cakes
Our great jumbo lump crab cakes with jerk seasoning, topped with fresh pineapple-mango salsa. Jasmine rice, grilled asparagus.
Grilled Meatloaf
Black angus beef, mushrooms, classic stroganoff sauce, smashed potatoes, coleslaw.
Cedar-Plank Salmon
Smashed potatoes, grilled asparagus.
Jumbo Lump Crab And Roasted Corn Cake
One extra large broiled cake, roasted corn pan sauce, mashed sweet potatoes, grilled asparagus.
Roast Turkey Breast Open Face Sandwich Platter
House-made stuffing, melted cooper sharp American cheese, turkey gravy, atop white bread, smashed potatoes, coleslaw, cranberry.
#One Seller! Broiled Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes
A light blend of seasonings, smashed potatoes, grilled asparagus.
Baby Back Ribs
Dry rubbed, slow smoked, house made BBQ sauce, fries, coleslaw.
Yuengling Fish And Chips
Fresh atlantic cod beer dipped, hand breaded, fried baked potato wedges, coleslaw.
Chicken Pomodoro
Boneless breast, jumbo lump crab, tomato, white wine butter sauce, finished with melted provolone, smashed potatoes.
Sea To Sea
Jumbo lump crab cake paired with five large fried shrimp, fries and coleslaw.
Potato Crusted Cod
Melting lemon-honey butter compound, jasmine rice, grilled asparagus.
Chicken Francaise
Egg- cheese batter, lemon, white wine sauce, jasmine rice, grilled asparagus.
Charred-Sugar Crusted Salmon
Sweet potato mash, grilled asparagus.
Vegetable-Sesame Stir-Fry
Mixed sauteed vegetables, sesame honey glaze, served with jasmine rice pilaf. Add chicken or shrimp for an additional charge.
Grilled Chicken And Roasted Eggplant Stack
Layered with roasted tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, grated pecorino-romano cheese, balsamic glaze, grilled asparagus.
Boneless Beef Short Ribs
Rich red wine enhanced beef gravy, carrots, served over smashed potatoes.
Breaded Chicken Tenders With Fries
Honey mustard or BBQ.
Coconut Shrimp (5 Pieces)
Sweet Thai chili sauce.
Soft Warm Pretzels (2)
Warm beer cheese sauce.
Baked Mac & Five Cheeses
Bacon, scallions, bread crumb topping. Great to share!
Cheesesteak Egg Rolls
Sriracha-ketchup and creamy-BBQ sauce.
Dynamite Shrimp
Lightly fried, tossed with a creamy, spicy chili sauce, green onion and sesame seeds.
Caribbean Crab Cake
Jumbo lump, broiled with jerk seasonings, fresh pineapple-mango salsa.
Slow Roasted Tomato Bruschetta
EVOO drizzle, fresh grated Parmesan cheese.
Boneless Chicken Bites
8 pieces. Your choice sauce. Mild, hot, honey hot, garlic parm, extra hot, and bleu cheese.
Ahi Tuna
Seared rare, cajun blackened, pickled ginger, wasabi, soy sauce.
Buffalo Wings
10 pieces. Your choice sauce served on the side. Mild, hot, honey hot, garlic parm, extra hot, bleu cheese, celery.
Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
4 pieces. Extra large, blackened, apricot-horseradish sauce.
Crab Cake Duo
Remoulade sauce. Great for sharing.
Soft Warm Pretzels
Warm beer cheese sauce.
Warm Spinach And Artichoke Dip
Mozzarella, cream cheese blend, tortilla chips.
First Bites & Small Plates, Great for Sharing!
Pastabilities
Veal Parmesan
Breaded veal cutlet, provolone, marinara, linguine.
Pasta Asiago
Asparagus tips, mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, grated asiago cheese, rosa sauce, angel hair pasta. Add chicken for an additional charge.
Chicken Parmesan
House marinara, provolone, linguine.
Shrimp Rosa
Chopped tomatoes, basil, tomato blush sauce, grated pecorino-romano cheese, linguine.
Tortellini Rosa
Ricotta cheese filled tortellini tossed in a tomato creme sauce.
Crab And Ricotta Cheese Filled Ravioli
Sauteed shrimp and cognac cream sauce.
Crabby Pasta
Jumbo lump crab meat, San marzano tomato marinara, fresh parsley.