Tapas
All Food Will be Delivered as Prepared
$14
Pimento Cheese
House made, jalapeño or traditional, crostini
$14
$16
Meatball Caprese
House-made meatballs in marinara with mozzarella, Parmesan, and basil. Served with toasted crostini.
$16
**Our meatballs are crafted with a blend of pork and beef**
$16
Dip Trio
Three scratch-made dips: Herbed Ricotta, Buffalo Goat Cheese, and Roasted Red Pepper & Whipped Feta. Served with toasted crostini.
$16
$6
Vortex Fries
Hand Cut, House Seasoned.
$6
+Side House Ranch $1
$15
Bavarian Style Pretzels
Two Salted Bavarian Style Soft Pretzels served with Chef's Honey Mustard
$15
+Add Beer Cheese $1.50
$14
Chicken Salad Plate
Housemade Chicken Salad serve with crostini.
$14
$16
SpringTime Burrata
Cucumber Bruschetta, Fresh Burrata, Roasted Tomato Oil, Balsamic Drizzle, Crostini, Arugula Bed
$16
$7
Sweet Potato Fries
Hand Cut, Seasoned with Brown Sugar and Cinnamon. Served with Chef's Butter Dip.
$7
$16
Vortex Nachos
Housemade Beer Cheese, Diced Avocado, Pickled Red Onion, Spiced Street Corn, House Pico de Gallo, Pickled Jalapeño, Hornet Sauce Drizzle, Cilantro Ranch
$16
+Choose Cuban Pork
+Choose Roasted Chicken (+$1)
$16
Blackened Shrimp & Artichoke Dip
Blackened shrimp, marinated artichoke and roasted garlic topped with Parmesan cheese served with garlic crostini.
$16
$18
Vortex Wings
BBQ cured and oven fried, served with ranch or blue cheese
$18
+Toss in Buffalo, Hornet Sauce, Cajun Garlic Parmesan Sauce, Spicy Thai Basil or Chef's Honey Mustard $1
Salads
Add Grilled Chicken Breast or Chicken Salad $4, Cajun Salmon $9
$16
Not So Wedge Salad
Mixed greens, tomato, red onion, applewood smoked bacon, crumble bleu cheese, bleu cheese dressing and balsamic drizzle
$16
$17
Asian Market Salad
Greens, cabbage, edamame, carrot, pickled onion, sesame seeds, wonton strips, sesame-ginger vinaigrette.
$17
$16
Blue Ridge Salad
Roasted apple, bleu cheese, candied pecan, caramelized onion, dried cranberry, pickled red onion, arugula, and spinach tossed in our Maple Dijon vinaigrette.
$16
$17
Strawberry Goat Cheese Salad
Mixed greens, sliced strawberries, candied pecans, goat cheese, Prosecco vinaigrette.
$17
Sammies
Served with Fries. For an additional charge, you may substitute your side with Cilantro Coleslaw, Street Corn, Sweet Potato Fries, Broccoli Salad, Cheddar Grits. Flour Wrap - $1 | Gluten Free Wrap - $2
$16
Meatball Po’ Boy
House-made marinara and meatballs with melted fresh mozzarella, Parmesan, and basil on a toasted hoagie roll.
$16
**Our meatballs are crafted with a blend of pork and beef**
$19
The Lil' Dipper
House Braised Short Rib, Caramelized Onion, Portobello Mushroom, Red Peppers, Garlic Aioli on Toasted Hoagie. Served with Au Jus.
$19
+ Add Fresh Mozzarella $2
$18
Vortex Reuben
Roasted Red Pepper Aioli, Fresh Sliced Pastrami, Warm Sauerkraut, Swiss and Gouda cheeses on Toasted Sourdough,
$18
$18
Chicken Parm Jam Sandwich
Crispy chicken topped with melted Parmesan and house tomato jam, layered with marinara and garlic aioli on a toasted baguette. Finished with fresh basil.
$18
$17
Cuban Pork Wrap
Cuban spiced roasted pork shoulder, cilantro slaw, house pickles, swiss cheese and chive aioli on a flour wrap served with mo-jo.
$17
$17
Bad Ass BLT
Pickled Green and Fresh Red Tomatoes, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Sliced Avocado, Mixed Greens, House Bacon Jam, Cilantro Ranch, Toasted Sourdough.
$17
$16
Italian Panini
Salami, pepperoni, prosciutto and house made mozzarella with mixed greens, tomato, onion, Italian spices, oil and vinegar on a baguette
$16
$15
PBLT
House made pimento cheese, applewood smoked bacon, arugula, tomato and balsamic reduction on toasted sourdough.
$15
$17
Vortex Chicken Sandwich
Fried or Grilled Chicken Breast, Housemade Pickles, Arugula, Garlic Dill Ranch on Brioche.
$17
+American, Gouda, Swiss Cheese $1
+Tossed in Buffalo $1
$16
Wild Goat Sammie
Roasted Portobello Mushrooms, Creamy Goat Cheese, Roasted Red Peppers, Garlic Aioli, Fresh Spinach, Balsamic Drizzle on Sourdough
$16
$17
Chicken Hawk
Chicken salad, garlic aioli, applewood smoked bacon, lettuce and house pickled green tomato slices on lightly toasted sourdough bread
$17
$16
Fiery Chicken Pimento Melt
House made chicken salad, jalapeño pimento cheese and sautéed onions on toasted sourdough loaf
$16
Flatbreads
(GF) Substitute Cauliflower Crust - $4
$18
Short Rib Flatbread
Garlic aioli base topped with braised short rib, caramelized onion, roasted red peppers and fresh mozzarella. Topped with arugula and chili aioli.
$18
$18
Kickin’ Chickin’ Flatbread
Buffalo Sauce base, seasoned chicken, mozzarella cheese, roasted jalapeños and poblano peppers, garlic dill ranch, green onion
$18
$16
Margherita
House made marinara, tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, balsamic reduction
$16
$17
Peach N’ Hot Honey
Whipped Goat cheese, sliced peach, Mozzarella, Prosciutto, blue cheese crumbles, fresh arugula, honey drizzle and red pepper flake.
$17
$16
Garlic Portobello
Roasted Portobello mushrooms, garlic, mozzarella, parmesan, truffle oil, herbs
$16
$14
The Cheese Flatbread
Fresh Mozzarella, House Marinara
$14
$18
Triple X
Italian sausage, pepperoni and Prosciutto with marinara, fresh mozzarella and herbs
$18
Burgers N' Entrees
100% Angus Beef Burgers. Served with Fries. For an additional charge, you may substitute your side with Cilantro Coleslaw, Street Corn, Sweet Potatoes Fries, Cheddar Grits. Flour Wrap - $1 | Gluten Free Wrap - $2
$17
The Stack Burger*
100% Angus Beef Burger with applewood smoked bacon, our house burger sauce, fried pickles, American cheese, mixed greens, tomato and pickled red onion on a toasted brioche bun.
$17
$17
The Carolina*
House Pimento, Cilantro Slaw, Fried Green Tomato, Pickled Red Onion, Carolina Style BBQ Sauce
$17
$18
Jam Session Burger*
Gouda, brown sugar pepper bacon, tomato jam, crispy shallot, mixed greens, garlic aioli, brioche.
$18
$18
The VRTX Special*
Applewood Smoked Bacon, White Cheddar, Roasted Red Peppers, Arugula, House Honey Mustard
$18
$17
The Stallings Sunset*
Smoked Gouda, Fresh Avocado, Mixed Greens, Sliced Tomato, Onion, Pickled Jalapeno, Chive Aioli
$17
$16
Classic Cheeseburger*
Yellow American Cheese, Mixed Greens, Sliced Tomato, Red Onion, House Pickles, Ketchup, Mayonnaise.
$16
$16
The Veggie Burger
Housemade Patty of Black Bean, Sweet Potato and Quinoa, Chipotle Mayo, Avocado, Pickled Onion, Mixed Greens and Tomato. Choice of American, Swiss or Gouda
$16
$18
Shrimp and Grits
Blackened shrimp, roasted sweet corn, red peppers, crispy country ham, Cajun parmesan cream, green onions over cheddar grits
$18
$21
Honey-Glazed Salmon
Grilled salmon served with lemon-honey butter glaze served over quinoa and wilted spinach.
$21
$18
Classic Comfort Pasta
Penne tossed in our rich roasted garlic Alfredo sauce with grilled chicken, roasted mushrooms, and caramelized onions, finished with parmesan and fresh herbs.
$18
$17
Italian Market Bowl
Penne in our house marinara with tender meatballs, roasted red peppers, and shredded mozzarella, finished with fresh basil and parmesan.
$17
Gourmet Grilled Cheese
Served with Fries. Upgrade to a bowl of our house made soups for $4 or a soup flight for $8.
$16
Mediterranean Grill
Shredded mozzarella and whipped goat cheese spread with spinach, roasted red peppers, and artichokes pressed to a golden crisp.
$16
$15
Three Cheese Grill
A rich blend of shredded mozzarella, fresh mozzarella, and gouda — buttery, melty, and undeniably indulgent.
$15
$17
The Queen’s Jam
The QC's favorite blend of sharp cheddar, smoky bacon, and house-made tomato jam grilled to perfection. Sweet, savory, and fit for the Queen City.
$17
$17
Croque Monsieur
Our elevated take on the French classic — Black Forest Ham, melted cheese, house made pickles, and Dijon mustard pressed to golden perfection.
$17
$6
Tomato Basil Bisque
Rich, velvety tomato bisque finished with fresh basil and a touch of cream — smooth, balanced, and perfectly executed.
$6
$6
Rotating House Soup
Ask your server for our current scratch made soup selection.
$6
$12
VRTX Soup Flight
Taste your way through autumn — three chef-crafted soups served side-by-side with our house-baked focaccia. Perfect for pairing with a grilled cheese or enjoying on its own.
$12
Kid’s Menu
$9
Chicken and Cheese Grill
Roasted chicken with melted mozzarella cheese on sourdough bread served with fries.
$9
$9
Cheesy Italian Sandwich
Warm pepperoni and melted mozzarella cheese on pressed sourdough bread served with french fries.
$9
$9
Cheese Pizza
Our signature flatbread with seasoned marinara and mozzarella cheese
$9
$8
Classic Grilled Cheese
Mozzarella cheese melted between two pieces of sourdough bread served with fries
$8
$9
Chicken Littles
Crispy Chicken Breast pieces served with Fries.
$9
Sweets
$15
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Warmed Toffee Cake with Caramel Drizzle, Heath Topping and Sweet Whipped Cream.
$15
$15
Pineapple Upside Down
Warmed Sponge Cake Topped with a Pineapple Slice, Brown Sugar, Caramel Drizzle, Whipped Cream, Cherry
$15
$16
Housemade Cannoli
2 large Cannolis with chocolate chips, powdered sugar and whipped cream topped with a cherry.
$16
$14
Mixed Berry Shortcake
Sweet and Savory Biscuit, Mixed Berry Compote, Fresh Fruit, Chopped Basil, Sweet Cream, Powdered Sugar.
$14
Available Sundays 10a-3p
TAPAS
All Food Will be Delivered as Prepared
$14
Pimento Cheese
House made, jalapeno or traditional, crostini
$14
$16
Blackened Shrimp and Artichoke Dip
Blackened shrimp, marinated artichoke and roasted garlic topped with Parmesan cheese served with garlic crostini
$16
$8
Biscuit and Gravy
Fresh buttermilk biscuit, house made pepper gravy, crispy country ham and green onions
$8
$13
Sweet Waffle
Vanilla Waffle, Drizzled Chocolate, Fruit Compote and Whipped Sweet Cream
$13
$18
Vortex Wings
BBQ cured and oven fried, served with ranch or blue cheese
$18
Toss in Buffalo, Hornet Sauce, Cajun Garlic Parmesan Sauce, Spicy Thai Basil or Chef's Honey Mustard $1
Open Faced Biscuits
$10
Egg and Pimento Cheese
House made regular OR jalapeno pimento cheese, over easy eggs*
$10
$12
Bacon Egg and Pimento Cheese
House made regular OR jalapeño pimento cheese, applewood smoked bacon, over easy eggs*
$12
$12
Sausage Egg and Pimento Cheese
House made regular OR jalapeno pimento cheese, Italian sausage, over easy eggs*
$12
$16
Crispy Fried Chicken Biscuit
24 hour brined chicken breast, pepper gravy, green onions
$16
+Add eggs* $2
$17
Chipotle Pimento Chicken Biscuit
Crispy Chicken Breast, Vortex Regular or Jalapeño Pimento Cheese, Roasted Garlic Honey Chipotle Drizzle, Green Onion
$17
+Add eggs* $2
Entrées
$18
Gouda Morning Mac N’ Cheese Bowl
Elbow Pasta, Vortex Beer Cheese, Italian Sausage, Red Peppers, Sauteed Onion, Smoked Gouda, White Cheddar, Mozzarella and Green Onion topped with an Over Easy Egg*.
$18
$17
Brunch Burger
Garlic Aioli, Arugula, Bacon Jam, Pimento Cheese. Cooked to order.
$17
+Add Egg $2
$18
Fowl Play.
Brined Chicken Breast, Pimento Cheese, House Pickles, Chive Aioli on Toasted Brioche
$18
$17
Holy Ghost Sammie
Garlic Aioli, Bacon Jam, Fried Chicken, Arugula and Ghost Pepper cheese on a Brioche Bun.
$17
+Add Egg* $2
$17
Cluck Norris
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Breast, Bacon Jam, Ze Pickles, Jalapeño Garlic Aioli, Brioche Bun
$17
$16
Croque Madame
Sliced Black Forest Ham, Gruyère and 3-cheese blend topped with an over easy egg* on Béchamel coated Brioche.
$16
$17
Bee Sting Chicken & Waffles
Crispy chicken breast, brown sugar black pepper bacon, hornet sauce, green onions, maple syrup
$17
$18
Shrimp and Grits
Blackened shrimp, roasted sweet corn, red peppers, crispy country ham, Cajun parmesan cream, green onions over cheddar grits
$18
$15
PBLT
House made pimento cheese, applewood smoked bacon, arugula, tomato, balsamic reduction on toasted sourdough bread
$15
$16
Margherita Flatbread
House made marinara, tomatoes, house made mozzarella, basil, balsamic reduction
$16
$16
Garlic Portobello Flatbread
Roasted Portobello mushrooms, garlic, mozzarella, parmesan, truffle oil, herbs
$16
$18
Chicken N’ Egg Mac Bowl
Vortex Beer Cheese over al dente Pasta, Smoked Gouda, Mozzarella, and Cheddar Cheeses garnished with Crispy Chicken Tenders tossed in our mildly spicy Hornet Sauce topped with an Over Easy Egg*.
$18
Brunch Sides
$4
Bacon
Two Slices Pecan Wood Smoked
$4
$4
Sausage
4oz Hot Sausage Link
$4
$3
Biscuit
Fresh Made Buttermilk Biscuit
$3
$5
Grits
White Cheddar Grits
$5
Add Bacon Jam $2
Add Pimento Cheese $2
Brunch Cocktails
$12
Vortex Mimosa Flight
Rotating house made flavors 4/flight
$12
$12
Vortex Sunrise
Vodka, orange juice, grenadine, and a splash of lemon juice, garnished with a slice of orange
$12
$10
Vortex Berry Bellini
Berry Compote and Prosecco, with a splash of lemon juice and a berry garnish
$10
$14
Vortex Spritz
Aperol, Prosecco, and soda water, with a splash of orange juice and a slice of orange
$14
$12
Vortex Mary
Grey Goose, seasoned tomato juice mix, and a splash of lemon juice, garnished with olives and lime.
$12
$14
Velvet Martini
Grey Goose, Tia Maria, Heavy Cream, Caramel Syrup
$14
* Items marked with * may be cooked to order. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.*