Discover Folly Beach’s Oceanfront Oasis & Waterfront Dining at Blu
Few restaurants in Charleston offer oceanfront dining. None offer the unique experience you’ll find at BLU. In a city defined by water, BLU stands tall as one of the few restaurants with oceanfront dining. Perched at the “Edge of America” directly on Folly Beach, BLU combines spectacular views with a menu dominated by sustainable seafood, regional flavors and local ingredients. Enjoy local favorites and seasonal specialties in this full-service restaurant located within the Tides hotel on Folly Beach.
HOURS OF OPERATION
7:00 am – 10:00 pm
Starters
Shrimp-Avocado Toast
Grilled Carolina Shrimp, Smashed Avocado, Radish Salad, Multi Grain Toast
$13
Crispy Calamari
Harissa Aioli, Caramelized Lemon, Sweet Pepper Salsa
$13
Scallops Crudo
Radish, Jalapeno, Sprouts, Cucumber-Herb Vinaigrette
$15
Truffle Fries
White Truffle Oil, Parmesan Cheese
$7
Guacamole & Housemade Salsa
Tortilla Chips
$9
Soups & Salads
Corn & Crab Chowder
Lump Crab, Sweet Corn, Red Potato
$10
Chicken Caesar
Romaine, Crouton, Asiago, Caesar Dressing
$12
Grilled Salmon*
Artisan Lettuce, Avocado, Roasted Tomatoes, Lemon-Basil Vinaigrette
$16
Sandwiches & Tacos
Served with choice of Fries, Slaw or Fruit
Grilled Black Angus Burger*
Cheddar, Applewood Smoked Bacon, LTO, Pickle, Brioche Bun
$13
Flank Steak Tacos
Grilled Onions and Poblano, Jalapeno Aioli, Queso Fresco
$12
Baja Fish Tacos
Blackened Mahi, Napa Cabbage, Pico, Jalapeno Aioli
$12
From the Grill
Sea
Served with: Garden Vegetables, Farro, Barley & Jasmine Rice, Sweet Pepper Relish, Preserved Lemon Aioli
Mahi
$25
Salmon
$21
Land
Served with: Smashed Red Potatoes, Grilled Asparagus, Exotic Mushrooms, Chimichurri, Demi Glace
Surf & Turf*
Filet Mignon & Scallops
$35
Filet Mignon*
$33
Herb Marinated Chicken
$22
Skewers
Served with: Mixed Green Salad
Choice of Chimichurri, Demi Glace, or Preserved Lemon Aioli
Beef Tenderloin*
$18
Shrimp
$14
Pasta & Rice
Shrimp Bucanti
Carolina Shrimp, Fresh Bucatini, Sun Dried Tomato, Arrabbiata, Asparagus
$22
Scallop Risotto
Creamy Arborio Rice, English Peas, Pea Tendrils
$27
Sides
Charred Asparagus
Preserved Lemon Aioli, Speck
$10
“She Crab” Mac & Cheese
Crab Meat and Roe, Smoked Gouda
$10
*Contains ingredients that are raw or undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
20% gratuity will be added to parties of 8 or more
Signature Cocktails
THE ROGUE RASPBERRY
Smirnoff Raspberry Vodka, Fresh Lime Juice, Watermelon & Raspberry Puree, Prosecco
$9
DEVIOUS CUCUMBER
Hendrick’s Gin, Fresh Cucumber & Blueberries, Sour Mix, Club Soda
$10
Botanical Breeze
Grapefruit-Rose Ketel One Botanical, Hibiscus Tea, Grapefruit Juice
$10
THE SAND SPUR
Espolòn Blanco Tequila, Jalapeños, Blackberries, Agave Nectar, Sour Mix, Fresh Lime, Club Soda, Salted Rim
$10
PEACH PALMER
Bulleit Bourbon, Peach Liquor, Lemonade, Iced Tea, Simple Syrup
$10
Peach Spritz
Peach-Orange Blossom Botanical, Aperol, Moscato Rosé
$10
Mai Tai
Myer’s Platinum Rum, Triple Sec, Orgeat, Velvet Falernum, Myer’s Dark
$10
SHIPWRECK SUNSET
Ketel One Botanical Peach Orange Blossom Infused Vodka, Cointreau, Orange Juice, Sprite
$10
Charleston Tea
Firefly Sweet Tea Vodka, Water, Lemonade
$9
Passion Fruit Mimosa
Sparkling Wine, Chinola Passion Fruit Liqueur
$9
Frozen Cocktails
Frosé
Rosé Wine, Strawberry Purée
$9
Folly Vice
Naked Turtle Rum, Piña Colada & Strawberry Mix
$10
Blu Rita
Tequila, Grand Marnier, Blue Curaçao, Margarita Mix
$10
Captain Crave
Captain Morgan Spiced Rum, Malibu Strawberry Rum, Banana & Strawberry Daiquiri
$10
THE EDGE
Smirnoff Pineapple Vodka, Pineapple Puree, Lime Juice, Ginger Beer
$10
Dirty Colada
Captain Morgan Rum, Piña Colada Mix
$10
Nutty Monkey
Captain Morgan Pineapple Rum, Amaretto, Banana Mix
$10
Atlantic Breeze
Captain Morgan Pineapple Rum, Strawberry & Mango Mix
$10
THE EVIL MELON
Captain Morgan Pineapple, Midori Liqueur, Piña Colada
$9
CHI CHI
Smirnoff Vanilla Vodka, Piña Colada Mix & Mango Mix
$9
Wine by the Glass
White
Dr. Loosen “L” Riesling $8
Ken Forrester Chenin Blanc $8
Impero Pinot Grigio $8
Hay Maker Sauvignon Blanc $9
Cambria Chardonnay $10
Benziger Chardonnay $9
Red
Etude “Lyric” Pinot Noir $10
Benton-Lane Pinot Noir $12
Artezin Zinfandel $10
Kaiken Malbec $8
Barossa Estate Cabernet Sauvignon $9
Silver Palm Cabernet Sauvignon $11
Sparkling
Costaros Prosecco $9
Costaros Prosecco Rosé $9
Villa Balestra Moscato Rosé $9
Rosé
Charles & Charles $9
*Not available for the Tuesday 50% Off Wine Night promotion.
Beer
Domestic
Bud $5
Bud Light $5
Michelob Ultra $5
Coors Light $5
Miller Lite $5
Imported
Modelo $6
Corona $6
Corona Light $6
Heineken $6
Draft
Bud Light $5
Pacifico $5
Shocktop $5
Cider
Bold Rock $6
Ships Wheel $6
Craft
Seasonal & Local Selections $7
Breakfast
BUTTERMILK PANCAKES
Fresh Berries, Maple Syrup
$9
HAM & CHEESE OMELET
3 Eggs, Black Forest Ham, Sharp Cheddar, Grits, Potatoes, or Toast
$10
SMOKED SALMON
Avocado, Boursin, Sprouts, Sliced Tomato, Everything Bagel
$10
GREEK YOGURT
Granola, Berries, Banana
$7
AMERICAN BREAKFAST
2 Eggs, Grits or Potatoes, Bacon or Sausage, Biscuit or Toast
$10
VEGGIE OMELET
Asparagus, Mushrooms, Squashes, Peppers & Onions, Grits, Potatoes, or Toast
$10
BREAKFAST SAMMY
Eggs, Bacon, Cheddar, Grilled Sourdough, Mayo
$9
Sides
TOAST or BISCUIT & Jams
$2
BREAKFAST POTATOES
$3
APPLEWOOD SMOKED BACON | SAUSAGE
$3
GRITS
$3
*Contains ingredients that are raw or undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
