Bethany Boathouse – American
Sun-drenched and spirited, Bethany Boathouse captures the quintessential essence of a coastal getaway, where the air is thick with the savory scent of Old Bay and the lively clatter of crab legs being cracked. Guests gather around tables piled high with glistening steamed shrimp and tender snow crab legs, or dive into golden-brown crabcakes and crispy hush puppies that taste like a summer afternoon by the shore. This vibrant retreat invites diners to linger over hearty baskets of ribs and seafood, offering a relaxed atmosphere where every meal feels like a celebration of the Atlantic’s bounty.
Hickman Plaza Road +13026162593 https://bethanyboathouse.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Bethany Boathouse
Dairy-Free at Bethany Boathouse
Bethany Boathouse has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pico De Gallo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Bethany Boathouse
Bethany Boathouse has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chicken Wings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Bethany Boathouse
Bethany Boathouse has 23 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ahi Tuna Tacos, Kid's Fried Shrimp and Quesadilla. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Bethany Boathouse
Bethany Boathouse has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Wings, Shrimp Salad Wrap and Steamed Clams. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Bethany Boathouse
Bethany Boathouse has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Wings and Steamed Clams. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Bethany Boathouse
Bethany Boathouse has 5 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Wings, Lemon Crush and Steamed Mussels. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Bethany Boathouse
Bethany Boathouse has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chicken Wings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Bethany Boathouse
Bethany Boathouse has 9 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Harbor Mule, Lemon Crush and Classic Margarita Crush. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Bethany Boathouse
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Wings | 1.4 g | 57.1 g |
| BBQ Chicken Flatbread | 26.9 g | 47.4 g |
| Chicken Cheesesteak | 32.8 g | 40.5 g |
| Kid's Chicken Taco | 29.4 g | 36.9 g |
| Salmon BLT | 30.5 g | 32.2 g |
| Smashburger | 79.3 g | 25.7 g |
| Milk Shake | 194.1 g | 23.7 g |
| Ahi Tuna Tacos | 99.2 g | 23.1 g |
| Blackened Seared Ahi Tuna | 24.3 g | 22.3 g |
| Kid's Fried Fish | 3.3 g | 17.2 g |
| Crab Salad | 40.1 g | 16.6 g |
| Steamed Clams | 1.5 g | 15.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners at Bethany rave about the well-seasoned burgers, noting that the kitchen takes visible pride in crafting flavorful meals. Guests highlight the inviting and pleasant atmosphere as a standout feature, while the service is praised for being both knowledgeable and timely. Celebrated for its welcoming environment and high-quality food, this spot offers a consistently enjoyable experience that reviewers frequently recommend to those in the area.
Menu
From the Steamer
- Old Bay Steamed Shrimp (1/2 LB) - $15: Deveined large 16/20 shrimp with shell on Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Old Bay Steamed Shrimp (1 LB) - $26: Deveined large 16/20 shrimp with shell on Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Steamed Clams - $15: Steamed with wine, fresh garlic, and butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Snow Crab Legs - $49: 2 lbs of clusters steamed and seasoned with JO seasoning. Served with hush puppies and cole slaw Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Steamed Mussels - $16: Served in a fra diavolo sauce with ground chorizo Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb
Baskets
- Ribs and Waffle Fries - $19: Baby Back ribs with Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish and Chips - $19: Rockfish that is seasoned and breaded and fried to order Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lump Crabcakes and Waffle Fries - $35: All lump meat and little filler – Two 5oz cakes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Shrimp Basket - $17: Hand-breaded popcorn style shrimp. Served with dynamite sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Clam Strips and Hush Puppies - $17: Deep-fried clam strips and hush puppies served with dynamite & cocktail sauces Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wings - $16: Buffalo or Old Bay. 8 Pieces Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Top Dog - $14: 1/2 pound footlong Nathan’s hot dog served on a sub roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crabcake Sandwich - $23: All lump, little filler. Served on a brioche roll Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Cheesesteak - $17: Philly Style Steak topped with our housemade queso served on a sub roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wipeout Burger - $18: Twin 4oz smashed burgers, lettuce, roma tomato, red onion, American cheese and housemade wipeout sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smashburger - $15: Twin 4oz smash burgers, lettuce, Roma tomato, and red onion Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken Sandwich - $16: Deep fried, marinated, and breaded chicken breast served on a brioche roll Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon BLT - $18: Grilled Key West seasoned salmon filet, Texas toast, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Cheesesteak - $17: Chopped chicken breast with provolone cheese and onions served on a sub roll Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sit Back & Chill
- Crab Bruschetta - $18: House-made bruschetta with lump crab meat on crispy flatbread with balsamic glaze Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexican Street Corn Dip - $16: Mexican street corn shaved off the cobb served chilled with toasted flatbread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Salad Wrap - $17: Homemade shrimp salad, lettuce, tomato, and onion in a soft tortilla shell Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tropical Salad - $16: Mixed greens, fresh pineapple, mango, tomatoes, red onions, goat cheese, raspberry walnut vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Salad - $19: Mixed greens, roasted red pepper, avocado, cucumbers, goat cheese, red onion, lump crab, blood orange shallot vinaigrette Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lighthouse Salad - $13: Mixed greens, grape tomatoes, red onion, cucumbers, shredded Cheddar-jack, ranch dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Munchies
- Blackened Seared Ahi Tuna - $18: Seared ahi tuna, crispy fried wontons, seaweed salad, pickled ginger, Dynamite and Cusabi sauces Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Homemade Jalapeno Poppers - $17: Fresh Jalapenos stuffed with cream cheese, bacon, honey, and cheddar-jack, wrapped in bacon Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Chicken Flatbread - $16: Honey chipotle bbq sauce, grilled chicken, red onion, cheddar-jack, ranch drizzle Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Boathouse Nachos - $16: Tortilla chips, Queso, Jalapenos, Pico De Gallo, Black Olives, Sour Cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Dip - $12: Served with fresh fried tortilla chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pico De Gallo - $7: Served with fresh fried tortilla chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadilla - $12: Stuffed with Pico De Gallo and Cheddar Jack Cheeses. Served with Sour Cream Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jumbo Pub Pretzel - $16: Served with a side of queso Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerk Chicken Skewers - $16: Served with honey mustard dipping sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Taco Time
- Buffalo Rockfish Tacos - $17: Battered and Fried Rockfish fillets with buffalo sauce and Ranch Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ahi Tuna Tacos - $18: Seared Rare Blackened Tuna, Cusabi, and Sweet Garlic Teriyaki Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jamaican Jerk Tacos - $16: Grilled jerk chicken with cabbage, honey mustard, and mango salsa Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Tacos - $17: Chili Lime Shrimp and Green Chili Aioli Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tacos - $16: Marinated chicken with cabbage, cheddar-jack cheeses, ranch, and pico de gallo Available at: dinner, lunch
Kids Menu
- Kid's Fried Fish - $10: Includes cookie and choice of side Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kid's Cheeseburger - $10: Includes cookie and choice of side Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kid's Fried Shrimp - $11: Includes cookie and choice of side Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kid's Grilled Cheese - $9: Includes cookie and choice of side Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kid's Chicken Taco - $10: Includes cookie and choice of side Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kid's Quesadilla - $9: Includes cookie and choice of side Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kid's Fried Chicken Strips - $10: Includes cookie and choice of side Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Sunset Crush - $10.5: Cruzan Passionfruit Rum, fresh squeezed orange, pineapple juice, grenadine, and Starry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Orange Crush - $10.5: Steel Blu Orange Vodka, fresh squeezed orange, triple sec and Starry
- Lemon Crush - $10.5: Steel Blu Lemon Vodka, fresh squeezed lemon, triple sec and starry Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Bourbon Crush - $11.5: Jim Beam, fresh squeezed orange, triple sec, ginger ale and a dash of grenadine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Grapefruit Crush - $10.5: Steel Blu Grapefruit Vodka, fresh squeezed grapefruit, triple sec, and Starry
- Pineapple Crush - $11: Cruzan Pineapple Rum, fresh pureed pineapple, triple sec, and Starry
- Classic Margarita Crush - $11: Sauza blue agave tequila, fresh squeezed orange, triple sec, and margarita mix Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chesapeake Spicy Bloody Mary - $10.5: Steel Blu Vodka, Ancho Reyes Chile Ancho Liqueur, Zing Zang Bloody Mary Mix, Old Bay Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb
- Harbor Mule - $10.5: Deep Eddy Lime Vodka and ginger beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Beach Bum - $12.5: Cruzán passionfruit rum and ice blended with mango and strawberry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Boathouse Tea - $10.5: Spiked Hoop Tea with choice of Steel Blu Vodka Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Milk / Juice - $3.75: Milk, Chocolate Milk, or Apple Juice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Juice-Cleanse
- Pirate Booty Smoothie - $8: Strawberry & Mango Blended Smoothie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Milk Shake - $8: Vanilla, Cookies & Cream, or Chocolate
Sides
- Waffle Fries - $12: Crispy and delicious Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Bethany Boathouse
- Is Bethany Boathouse dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Bethany Boathouse has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pico De Gallo.
- What can I eat at Bethany Boathouse on a dairy-free diet?
- Pico De Gallo carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Bethany Boathouse have vegan options?
- Yes. 9 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Harbor Mule and Lemon Crush.
- Is Bethany Boathouse gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Bethany Boathouse?
- Chicken Wings, at roughly 57.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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