Dinner

“Great for date night! Love the coziness of the place. Food is amazing! Definitely worth coming back for more great-tasting food.”

Michelle

At 17 South, our dinner menu is designed to deliver a refined yet approachable fine dining experience in Temple, TX, featuring chef-driven dishes crafted with seasonal ingredients and bold, elevated flavors. From perfectly prepared steaks and fresh seafood to house-made pastas and thoughtfully composed entrees, every dish is created to balance comfort and sophistication. Whether you’re planning a date night, business dinner, or special celebration, 17 South offers one of the best dinner experiences in Central Texas, complete with a curated wine list, craft cocktails, and exceptional service.

DINNER MENU

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Crab Cakes

lump crab, sofrito, lemon, bread crumbs, taleggio cream $18

Fried Green Tomatoes

goat cheese, tzatziki, cucumber, pickled sweet pepper 12

Risotto Tots

truffle salt, chipotle, raspberry, pink peppercorn, cream $13

Contandino Caprese

heirloom tomato, baby mozzarella, fried basil, honeyed balsamic drizzle $12

Steamed Mussels

preserved lemon, butter, garlic, white wine, crostini $16

Ceviche Del Mar

salmon, citrus, heirloom tomato, mango, onion, cilantro $14

French Baguette

warm toasted bread basket with a whipped roasted garlic ricotta spread $5

Elk Tar Tar

Hand-cut elk tenderloin, shallot, caper, fresh herbs, citrus, egg yolk $22

Zuppa E Insalata

Minestrone

zucchini, squash, sweet peppers, asparagus, white bean, tomato broth $8

Field Green & Berry Salad

mixed green lettuces, berries, goat cheese tart, sparkling vinaigrette $10

Insalata di Primavera

asparagus, zucchini, squash, radish, preserved lemon, goat cheese, sparkling vinaigrette $10

17 South Caesar

romaine wedge, parmigiano, egg, anchovy, lemon, cracked pepper, crostini with honey balsamic drizzle $10

Downtown Crumble

blue cheese, iceberg, purple onion, bacon $10

*Add shrimp 7, chicken breast 5, or steak 10 to any

salad choice.*

Pasta

Shrimp Scampi

linguini, lemon, white wine, shallot, butter, garlic $28

Pasta Trio

shrimp, chicken, Italian sausage, penne pasta, garlic, shallot, sunset sauce $26

Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo

chicken Fettuccine Alfredo 22 | Shrimp +3

Eggplant Parmigiana

mushroom, fresh spinach, mozzarella cheese, marinara sauce, oven baked $22

Hamburgers

Classic Cheeseburger

sweet sourdough, angus beef, provolone, aioli, heirloom tomato, iceberg, purple onion, pickle $18

Big Haas

thick cut peppered bacon, pulled pork, pepper jack cheese, mayo, field greens, heirloom tomato, pickle, onion, sweet sourdough bun $22

Chipotle Peach

chipotle, peach marmalade, goat cheese, field greens, pickle, heirloom tomato, onion, sweet sourdough bun $20

Downtown Ground

elk and ribeye burger house made horseradish thousand island, fresh mozzarella, heirloom tomato, red onion, spring lettuce $22

Carne

Tagliata

hanger steak, field greens, heirloom tomato, broccolini, fingerling potato $44

Lamb Chop

roasted potato, pea, taleggio cream, mushroom, toasted pecan vinaigrette $40

Flat Iron

fig, mushroom, port wine reduction, fingerling potato, broccolini $40

Pork Chop Abbondante

dark cherry, grape tomato, pink peppercorn, red wine, risotto, broccolini $38

Elk Tenderloin

sous vide tenderloin, Yukon Gold potato and parsnip puree with mascarpone cheese, tri- colored carrot braised in bone broth $65

Oven Roasted Duck Breast

morello cherry glaze, confit brussels sprouts in duck fat $50

Chicken Marsala

marsala, demi-glace, mushroom, eggplant, squash, purple onion, linguini, alfredo $24

Prosciutto Chicken Parmigiano

prosciutto ham, chicken breast, bread crumbs, marinara, cream, Parmigiano Reggiano, asparagus, citrus zest $24

Pesce

Sea Bass

mussels, clams, citrus, cream, tumeric, crab and lobster ravioli $55

Citrus Salmon

horseradish, dill, cream, taleggio, squash, zucchini, asparagus, onion $28

PER I BAMBINI

Baked Ravioli 9

Chicken tenders with fries 10

Chicken alfredo 9

Spaghetti with meat sauce 9

But don’t forget about dessert…..

At 17 South, desserts are anything but an afterthought—expect decadent, chef-crafted finishes like brown butter cheesecake, and classic tiramisu that elevate your dining experience.

“The brown butter cheesecake was divine… A smooth well balanced concoction that dances across your palate, easily making it my favorite dessert I have had in a long time.” – Bella

17 South A Fine Dining Experience

17 South Main St. Temple, TX 76501

Open Hours

Main Dining                 Monday-Thursday 11:00am-2:00pm & 5:00pm-9:00pm Friday-Saturday 11:00am-2:00pm & 5:00pm-10:00pm

Get in touch or make a reservation

Contact Us
(254) 780-0185
Admin@17-south.com