Castaway Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Castaway, a shining gem in Burbank where New American cuisine meets stunning views. Nestled atop the hills, this venue offers not just meals but entire experiences. The menu boasts an exciting array of starters, highlighting the succulent Crab Cakes with lump crab and shrimp, and the addictive Crispy Brussels Sprouts dressed in a sweet chili Thai sauce. Seafood lovers can indulge in exquisite Seafood Towers, showcasing a stunning selection of oysters and lobster.
- Starters: Try the Wagyu Pink Brick for a theatrical touch and the Truffle Popcorn Chicken for an elevated twist on comfort food.
- Raw Bar: Delight in Chilled Oysters, perfectly complemented by tangy sauces.
- Atmosphere: A blend of indoor and outdoor seating ensures a perfect backdrop for any occasion.
With attentive service and exceptional drink options, Castaway promises a memorable visit that’s worth every penny.
STARTERS
WAGYU PINK BRICK
Scorched Tableside Wagyu Carpaccio, Black Truffle Butter, Smoky Chimichurri
CAVIAR FRITES
Caviar, Vodka Cr-me Fra-che, Crispy Yukon Gold Fries, Ranch
TRUFFLE POPCORN CHICKEN
Harissa-Maple Dust, Sweet Chili Ketchup
CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS (V) (GF)
Thai Chili, Young Coconut, Basil, Mint
ROASTED TRICOLOR CAULIFLOWER (V) (GF)
Hazelnut Vinaigrette, Currants, Fresno Chili
CRAB CAKE
Lump Crab & Shrimp, Brussels Sprout Slaw with Warm Bacon Vinaigrette, Sweet Potato, Roasted Garlic & Mustard Aioli
CALAMARI
Tempura Peppers and Onions, Citrus Buffalo Aioli
CHILLED OYSTERS
Half Dozen, East and West Coast, Ancho Chili Cocktail Sauce & Champagne Mignonette
SHRIMP COCKTAIL
Citrus Poached Shrimp, Ancho Chili Cocktail Sauce, Lemon
RAW BAR
SEAFOOD TOWERS
COLD
East & West Coast Oysters, Shrimp Cocktail, Snow Crab Cluster, Whole Maine Lobster, Jonah Crab Claws, Peruvian Scallop, White Soy, Salmon Poke, Wakame
HOT
Smoked Garlic Butter, Maine Lobster, Peruvian Scallop, Shrimp, Grilled East & West Coast Oysters
BLACK LABEL CAMBOZOLA
Brie-style Pasteurized Cow-s Milk Blue Cheese, Germany
MOLITERNO AL TARTUFO
Aged Pecorino Cheese, Filled with Black Truffles, Italy
FROMAGER D-AFFINOIS
Luscious, Pasteurized Cow-s Milk, and Double-Cream, France
MIDNIGHT MOON
Hard and Nutty Goat-s Milk Cheese, Holland
RULO -CR-ME BRULEE-
Goat-s Milk with Cr-me Br-l-e Notes, Spain
SALAME NAPOLI - PICCANTE
Roughly Ground, Lightly Spiced Pork
COPPA SENESE
Lean Tuscan Salami with Aromas of Cloves, Cinnamon, and Nutmeg
VENTRICINA SALAME
Well-defined Aromas of Cured Meat, Pepper, Paprika, and Chili, with Notes of Fennel
PROSCIUTTO DI PARMA
18-month Aged Ham
CHEESE AND CHARCUTERIE BAR
GREENS
CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD
Shaved Parmesan, Garlic Breadcrumbs, Crisp Capers
SMOKED TOMATO SALAD
Heirloom Tomatoes, Toasted Quinoa, Goat Cheese, Cucumbers, Pickled Shallots, Smoked Tomato Vinaigrette
THE WEDGE (GF)
Ranch, Point Reyes Bay Blue Cheese, Estate Cherry Tomato, Bacon Lardon
TRUST ME WE HAVE GREAT TASTE
Five opulent Courses curated by our culinary team, an experience you will never forget
I'LL TAKE MY CHANCES
STEAK & CHOPS
DRY AGED ANGUS RIBEYE 18oz
PRIME HANGER STEAK 8oz
GRASS FED FILET MIGNON 8oz
NEW YORK STRIP 12oz
WAGYU ZABUTON 8oz
AMERICAN RIBEYE 14oz
TRUFFLE BUTTER
GRILLED SHRIMP
ATLANTIC LOBSTER TAIL 7oz
BORDELAISE
B-ARNAISE
AU POIVRE
Steak Enhancements
LARGE FORMAT
ANGUS BEEF TOMAHAWK 48OZ
(GF) Premium Hand-Selected, Black Angus
THE STEAK PROGRESSIVE
Four cuts of premium steak plated with Himalayan pink salt, roasted cippolini onion, red wine shallot and crushed pink peppercorn.GRASS FED FILET MIGNON 8oz | AMERICAN RIBEYE 7oz | WAGYU ZABUTON 4oz | PRIME HANGER STEAK 8oz
CRISPY WHOLE SNAPPER
Coconut Orzo, Arugula and Grilled Corn Salad, Roasted Jalape-o Lime Dressing
WILD MUSHROOM PAPPARDELLE PASTA
Roasted Wild Mushrooms, Truffle Whipped Ricotta, Basil
MISO-MARINATED BUTTERFISH
Black Thai Rice, Grilled Broccolini, Sweet Chili Sauce
ZINFANDEL-BRAISED SHORT RIB
Truffle Whipped Potatoes, Ranch Onion Rings, Bernaise
ROASTED HALF CHICKEN
Blackened Organic Chicken, Sweet Potato Pur-e, Honey Roasted Root Vegetables
ICELANDIC SALMON
(GF) Garlic & Caper Butter Sauce, 50/50 Mashed, Seasonal Vegetables
SQUID INK BUCATINI
Lobster and Shrimp, Spicy Tomato Sauce, Nduja Sausage Breadcrumbs
BROCCOLINI AND CRISPY TOFU
Soy Honey Glazed Tofu, Ginger Croccoli Puree, Roasted Red Peppers, Toasted Sunflower Seeds
NOT STEAK
SIDE PIECE
HONEY ROASTED ROOT VEGETABLES
Broccolini, Sweet Potato Pur-e, Amandine, Preserved Lemon
LOBSTER AND TRUFFLE POTATO (GF)
Butter-Poached Lobster, Black Truffle
50/50 MASHED (GF)
Yukon Gold Potatoes, Butter, Cream, Chive, Potato -Hay-
FOUR-CHEESE MAC 'N' CHEESE
Fontina, Cheddar, Parmesan, Gruy-re, Parmesan Bread Crumbs
GARLIC FRIES (GF)
Parmesan, Rosemary, Parsley
"DIRTY" SPINACH
Creamed Spinach, Roasted Garlic-Coconut Cream, Crispy Onions