Monticello KY · Lake Cumberland · Wayne County
THE ROWENA VIEW CAFE (Dine-In)
Monticello KY restaurant near Lake Cumberland — Monticello, Wayne County, Kentucky
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Rowena View Cafe is the full-service restaurant at Marina @ Rowena on Lake Cumberland in Albany, Kentucky. Located at 11565 KY Highway 558, the cafe serves lakeside dining with both indoor seating and a naturally cooled outdoor deck overlooking the water. The menu features Southern and marina favorites built for lake visitors and locals — Floatin’ Wings, Cumberland Cheese Curds, Dockside Deluxe Burgers, Reel Big Catfish Sandwiches, brisket mac, lobster rolls, and house pizzas. Kids options, wraps, and classic sides round out the offerings for families coming off the boat or heading out for the day. Open for dine-in and to-go, Rowena View Cafe is a convenient stop at the marina for houseboat guests, cabin week travelers, and anyone exploring the south side of Lake Cumberland near Wolf Creek Dam. Call ahead for current hours or takeout: 606-252-3883.
THE ROWENA VIEW CAFE (Dine-In) is a restaurant in Monticello, Kentucky, the closest town to the Wayne County side of Lake Cumberland. .
It is a solid pick for a sit-down supper on the drive back from the lake, a family dinner when the cabin kitchen has had enough, or a slow lunch on a rainy Lake Cumberland day.
Hours can shift with the season around Monticello, so call ahead on Sundays and holiday weekends when lake traffic is heaviest.
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THE ROWENA VIEW CAFE (Dine-In) menu
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SHORELINE STARTERS
- Floatin' Wings*Crispy wings tossed in one of our signature sauces. Choose from Hot, Mild, BBQ, Sweet Chili, Garlic Parmesan, or Teriyaki. Served with celery.
- Bone-In Wings (1 lb / 8–10 wings)$17.99
- Boneless Wings (½ lb)$13.99
- Crispy Dockside Sprouts*$11.99Brussels sprouts caramelized and tossed in bourbon glaze, finished with bacon crumbles and feta.
- Cumberland Cheese Curds*$12.99
- Golden-fried cheese curds with marinara.
- Life Rings*$10.99Half-pound of golden breaded onion rings with chipotle aioli.
- The Pickle Buoys*$10.99Crispy breaded pickle chips with house-made ranch.
LAKESIDE GREENS
- Choice of dressing: Ranch, Chipotle Ranch, Blue Cheese, Thousand Island, Italian, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Caesar, Honey Mustard, Vinegar & Oil.
- Extra sauces$75
- Rowena House Salad$13.99Mixed greens, tomatoes, red onions, cucumbers, bacon, shredded cheddar, croutons.
- Caesar Salad$12.99Chopped romaine, parmesan, croutons, classic Caesar dressing.
THE SANDWICH SHOP
- (Served with one regular sideupgrade to premium side +2.00)
- Dockside Deluxe Burger$16.997 oz never-frozen Angus steak patty on brioche with lettuce, tomato, red onion, dill pickles, and melted American cheese.
- The Waldo Bologna$12.99Thick-cut German-style bologna from G&R in Waldo, Ohio, pan-seared, on brioche with lettuce, sweet red onion, dill pickles, and melted Swiss.
- Harbor Chicken Breast$16.99Grilled or crispy chicken breast with Swiss, lettuce, tomato, red onions.
- Reel Big Catfish Sandwich$16.99Lightly house-breaded catfish fillet with American cheese, lettuce, and tater sauce on a toasted hoagie.
- B.L.T.$17.99Thick Applewood smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, and Old Bay house mayo on grilled sourdough.
HARBOR BURGERS
- (Served with one regular sideupgrade to premium side +2.00)
- Dockside Deluxe$16.99
- Same as above (7 oz Angus).
- Marina Gobbler$15.99Grilled turkey burger on brioche with lettuce, tomato, red onions, dill pickles, and melted Swiss.
- Green Wave Burger (V)$16.99Plant-based burger on brioche with lettuce, tomato, sliced onions, dill pickles, and melted American cheese. Add bacon +2.99
THE SANDWICH DOCK
- (Served with one regular sideupgrade to premium side +2.00)
- Harbor House Italian*$14.99Capicola, hard salami, sandwich pepperoni, and provolone on a freshly baked bun with lettuce, tomato, onions, banana peppers, and Italian dressing.
- Pit Master Brisket Philly$19.99Slow-smoked brisket with sautéed onions and peppers, melted provolone, on a buttery brioche bun.
- The Waldo$12.99
Same as Waldo Bologna above
- Harbor House Chicken Breast$16.99Grilled or crispy chicken with Swiss, lettuce, tomato, red onions.
- Lobster Rolls$19.99Fresh lobster mixed with garlic, onions, Old Bay, and garlic butter on two New England rolls, topped with crushed Cajun chips. Served with kettle chips. (Upgrade to regular side +2.00 or premium side +4.00)
- Reel Big Catfish Sandwich$16.99
- Pier 57 Reuben$17.99Corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss, and Thousand Island on grilled swirl rye.
- The Gruben$24.99Lightly breaded grouper, sauerkraut, Swiss, and Thousand Island on grilled swirl rye.
- The Deckhand$13.99B.L.T. with Applewood bacon, lettuce, tomato, and Old Bay mayo on grilled sourdough.
WRAP RIDES
- Buffalo Trail Wrap$14.99Crispy or grilled chicken, lettuce, cheddar, ranch, and hot or mild sauce in a tomato basil wrap. (Top food pick for 3 years)
- Chicken Caesar Wrap$14.99Grilled chicken, romaine, house Caesar, and shaved Parmesan in a warm tortilla.
FROM THE GALLEY
- Tenders Ahoy$17.99Breaded chicken tenders with one regular side and choice of BBQ, Honey Mustard, or house ranch.
- First Mate Chicken & Bacon Mac$17.99Three-cheese mac topped with crispy chicken and Applewood bacon. (No side)
- BBQ Pit Brisket Mac$18.99Mac and cheese with slow-smoked BBQ brisket and house BBQ sauce. (No side)
PIES ON THE DOCK
- 12" Cheese Pizza$14.99
- 14" Cheese Pizza$16.99
- Additional toppings: $12
- BBQ Chicken Pizza$18.99
- Lightwave Cauli Pizza (GS)$14.99(10" cauliflower crust)
LAKEVIEW SWEETS
- Reese Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie$8.99
- Blueberry Cobbler$9.99
- White Chocolate Cheesecake$9.99
- KIDDIE COVE (10 & under)
- Little Camper Pie (9" cheese)$9.99
- Reel & Cheesy Mac$7.99
- Pier "67" Burger$8.99
- Captain Kid's Tenders$7.99
DRINKS
- Pepsi products, fresh brew tea, coffee, Arnold Palmer, Shirley Temple, Red Bull, juices, milk.
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Directions to THE ROWENA VIEW CAFE (Dine-In)
11565 KY Highway 558 · Albany, Kentucky 42602
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