The Mark at Elon | New American Restaurant in Elon, NC
Welcome to The Mark
From creatively plated dishes to sought-after bourbons and a wine list curated from some of the best California wineries, The Mark at Elon offers delicious American fare with locally sourced ingredients and a Southern twist.
Savor tempting cuisine at breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the restaurant, or kick back in the lounge with a glass of wine or signature cocktail as you connect with old friends and meet new ones. If you prefer, share small bites from our Lounge menu and a bottle of wine around one of our two courtyard firepits.
All profits from The Mark at Elon are dedicated to Elon University student scholarships, so you can take pride in supporting a higher purpose with your visit.
About Us
View The Mark at Elon at 605 North O'Kelly Ave,
Elon, NC 27244 on Google Maps
Call The Mark at Elon by phone at
336-586-0329
themark@theinnatelon.com
Located inside The Inn at Elon
Breakfast
Monday - Friday, 7AM - 11AM
Brunch
Saturday - Sunday, 7AM - 2PM
Lunch
Monday - Friday, 11AM - 3PM
Dinner
Daily, 5PM - 8PM
Lounge
Sunday - Thursday, 3PM - 10PM
Friday - Saturday, 3PM - 11PM
Menus
Appetizers
ACAI YOGURT BOWL
$12
Breakfast Entrées
FRITTATA TRIO
bacon & cheddar | spinach & forest mushrooms | caramelized onion & roasted tomato served with smoked cheddar hash browns
$15
CRAB CAKE BENEDICT
poached eggs, crab cakes, english muffin, lemon & pink peppercorn hollandaise, served with smoked cheddar hash browns
$17
EGGS & STEAK FRITES
two eggs, grilled marinated flat iron steak, bearnaise, house-made fries
$26
STUFFED FRENCH TOAST
strawberry cream cheese filling, lavender maple syrup, candied spiced pecans
$14
VERY BERRY WAFFLE
berry compote, raspberry whipped cream, mint, served with butter & maple syrup
$15
Salads
GRILLED CHICKEN & BERRY SALAD
local greens, mixed berries, spiced pecans, marinated grilled chicken, raspberry-pom vinaigrette
$19
SMOKED SALMON & SPINACH SALAD
baby spinach, smoked salmon, crispy capers, pickled red onion, hard-boiled egg, lemon poppy seed dressing
$22
Lunch Entrées
PAN-ROASTED CHICKEN
pan-roasted airline chicken breast, citrus herb velouté, garden vegetables, creamy orzo
$30
CEDAR SMOKED SALMON
atlantic salmon, cucumber dill crema, grilled asparagus, roasted fingerling potatoes
$32
THE STANDARD
half pound certified angus beef, herb aioli, lettuce, tomato, onion, cheddar cheese, brioche bun
$15
PORTOBELLO BURGER
marinated grilled portobello mushrooms, sundried tomato, onion, swiss cheese, herb aioli, brioche bun
$14
Breakfast
Mains
Build Your Own Omelet
Choose One: Cheddar | Havarti Choose Three: Bacon | Ham | Sausage | Tomato | Mushroom | Onion | Bell Pepper | Asparagus | Jalapeno (Additional $1 each) Served with Pimento Cheese Grits or Hash Browns
$13
Frittata
Bacon | Cheddar Cheese | Tomato | Asparagus | Pimento Cheese Grits or Hash Browns | Toast or Biscuit
$14
New Horizons
Two Eggs Any Style | Bacon, Ham, or Sausage | Pimento Cheese Grits or Hash Browns | Toast or Biscuit
$14
Country Benedict
Two Eggs Poached | Smoked Ham | English Muffin | Sweet Roasted Pepper Hollandaise | Pimento Cheese Grits or Hash Browns
$15
Golden Malted Pancakes
Orange Blueberry Compote | Vanilla Whipped Cream | Maple Syrup | Bacon or Sausage | Fresh Fruit
$12
Belgian Waffle
Strawberry Compote | Vanilla Whipped Cream | Maple Syrup | Bacon or Sausage | Fresh Fruit
$13
Biscuits and Gravy
House Biscuit | Homemade Country Sausage Gravy | Pimento Cheese Grits or Hashbrowns
$11
Smoked Salmon Platter
Hardwood Smoked Salmon | Toasted Bagel | Cream Cheese | Sliced Red Onion | Capers | Sliced Tomato | Hard Boiled Egg
$17
Continental
Yogurt | Granola | Fresh Fruit | Toast or Biscuit
$10
Steak and Eggs
Herb Marinated Skirt Steak | Two Eggs Any Style | Caramelized Onion | Pimento Cheese Grits or Hash Browns | Toast or Biscuit
$19
Sides
Pimento Cheese Grits
$3
Hash Browns
$3
Homemade Sausage Gravy
$6
Bacon, Sausage, or Ham
$4
Two Eggs
$4
Pancake
$4
Fruit & Berries
$6
Toast
$3
On The Go!
Breakfast Sandwich
Scrambled Eggs | Cheddar Cheese | Bacon, Ham, or Sausage | Toast, Biscuit or Bagel | Pimento Cheese Grits or Hash Browns
$13
Bagel and Cream Cheese
$5
Steel Cut Oatmeal
Brown Sugar & Cinnamon
$9
Fruit & Yogurt Parfait
Yogurt | Granola | Fresh Fruit
$5
Lunch
Flatbreads
Margherita
Crisp Flatbread | Slow Roasted Tomatoes | Fontina | Extra Virgin Olive Oil | Crispy Garlic Chips | Fresh Basil
$14
Mediterranean
Crisp Flatbread | Shaved Prosciutto | Roasted Red Pepper | Marinated Artichoke Hearts | Kalamata Olives | Shaved Parmesan
$14
BYO Flatbread
Choice of Protein (1): Pulled Pork | Grilled Chicken | Buffalo Chicken | Shrimp | Andouille Sausage Choice of toppings (3): Fontina | Goat Cheese | Cheddar | Roasted Tomato | Roma Tomato | Exotic Mushrooms | Baby Spinach | Baby Arugula | Red Onion
$16
Soup & Salad
Soup of the Day
Please Ask About Today's Chef Creation
She-Crab Soup
Traditional She-Crab | Blue Crab Meat | Chive Oil
Cup $7
Bowl $10
Chopped Caesar
Romaine | Garlic Crouton | Creamy Caesar Dressing | Shaved Pecorino | Marinated White Anchovies
$11
Baby Arugula
Baby Arugula | Shaved Pear | Dehydrated Cranberry | Toasted Pumpkin Seeds | Crumbled Bleu Cheese | Dry Sherry Vinaigrette
$12
Classic Wedge
Cheshire Bacon Lardons | Baby Heirloom Tomatoes | Crispy Shallots | House Blue Cheese Dressing
$13
Local Field Greens
Spring Greens | Baby Tomato | Cucumber | Watermelon Radish | Shaved Carrot | Choice of Dressing
$9
Chicken Cobb
Mixed Greens | Grilled Chicken | Tomato | Red Onion | Bacon | Hard Boiled Egg | Garlic Crouton | Mustard Vinaigrette
$17
ADD TO ANY GARDEN SELECTION: Herb Marinated Steak* 10 | Faroe Island Salmon 8 | Gulf Shrimp 8 | Local Chicken Breast 7 | Angry Fried Boneless Chicken 7
Handhelds & More
Ham Melt
Smoked Cheddar | Smoked Ham | Choice of Sourdough, Wheatberry or White
$14
The Standard
Half Pound Certified Angus Beef | Herbed Mayo| Lettuce | Onion | Tomato | Cheddar Cheese | Toasted Brioche Bun
ADD ON: Fried Egg 3 | Bacon 3 | Jalapeños 1 | Avocado 3
$15
Angry Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich
Crispy Boneless Chicken Thigh | Sweet Pepper Aioli | Charred Tomato | The Mark Slaw | Toasted Brioche Bun
$15
Club
Roasted Turkey | Smoked Ham | Bacon | Lettuce | Tomato | Onion | Cheddar Cheese | Herb Aioli | Wheatberry Bread
$15
Carolina Shrimp & Grits
gluten free
San Giuseppe Andouille | Carolina Red Sauce | "Old Mill" Grits | Green Chile Oil
$17
Grilled Veggie Wrap
Zucchini | Yellow Squash | Roasted Red Pepper | Portobello | Roma Tomato | Asparagus | Chevre | Sweet Basil Pesto | Honey Wheat Wrap
$16
BLT
gluten free
Thick Cut Applewood Smoked Bacon | Local Crystal Lettuce | Roma Tomato | Herb Aioli | Choice of Sourdough, Wheatberry or White
$14
Half Combo
Choose Two for $13
1/2 Ham Melt
1/2 BLT
Soup Of The Day (Cup)
Local Field Greens
Chopped Caesar Salad
Baby Arugula
Dinner
Shared Plates
Cheese Board
Chef's Selection | Local & Imported Cheese | Clover Honey | Fresh & Dried Fruits | Nuts
$23
The Dip
Choice of Pimento Cheese Dip OR Spinach & Artichoke Dip | Served with Pita Crisps
$14
Calamari
Crispy Cherry Peppers | Charred Tomato & Chili Dipping Sauce
$14
Duck Confit
Roasted Brussel Sprouts | Duck Cracklin | Cherry Reduction
$19
Crab Cakes
Seared Lump Crab | Grilled Granny Smith Apple | Carrot & Ginger Emulsion
$19
Braised Pork Belly
Apple Cider Braised Pork Belly | Bitter Greens Salad | Shaved Apple | Crumbled Egg Cider Vinaigrette
$17
Colossal Shrimp Cocktail
House-made Cocktail Sauce | Lemon
$19
Soup & Salad
Soup of the Day
Please Ask About Today's Chef Creation
She-Crab Soup
Traditional She-Crab | Blue Crab Meat | Chive Oil
Cup $7
Bowl $10
Classic Wedge
Cheshire Bacon Lardons | Baby Heirloom Tomatoes | Crispy Shallots | House Blue Cheese Dressing
$13
Chopped Caesar
Romaine | Garlic Crouton | Creamy Caesar Dressing | Shaved Pecorino | Marinated White Anchovies
$11
Baby Arugula
Baby Arugula | Shaved Pear | Dehydrated Cranberry | Toasted Pumpkin Seeds | Crumbled Bleu Cheese | Dry Sherry Vinaigrette
$12
Local Field Greens
Springs Greens | Baby Tomato | Cucumber | Watermelon Radish | Shaved Carrot | Choice of Dressing
$9
ADD TO ANY SALAD: Herb Marinated Steak* 10 | Faroe Island Salmon 8 | Gulf Shrimp 8 | Local Chicken Breast 7 | Angry Fried Boneless Chicken 7
Entrees
Pan Seared Chicken Breast
gluten free
Exotic Mushroom | Roasted Cauliflower | Toasted Farro Risotto | Madeira Wine Reduction
$27
Seared Atlantic Salmon
gluten free
Roasted Butternut Squash | Brussel Sprouts | Purple Potato & Bacon Melange | Port Wine Reduction
$28
Confit Bone-In Pork Shank
gluten free
Whipped Yukon Gold Potatoes & Leek Puree | Roasted Carrots | Lager Sauce
$29
Filet Mignon
Grilled Asparagus | Whipped Potatoes | Bordelaise Sauce
$49
Truffle Mushroom Fettuccine
gluten free
Fettuccine Pasta | Baby Peas | Rosemary & Mascarpone Cheese | Truffle Mushroom Cream Sauce | Shaved Parmesan
ADD ON: Herb Marinated Steak* 10 | Faroe Island Salmon 8 | Gulf Shrimp 8 | Local Chicken Breast 7 | Angry Fried Boneless Chicken 7
$19
Carolina Shrimp and Grits
gluten free
San Giuseppe Andouille | Carolina Red Sauce | "Old Mill" Grits | Green Chile Oil
$22
Belly Burger
Half Pound Certified Angus Beef | Braised Cheshire Pork Belly | Creamy White Cheddar Fondue | Toasted Brioche Bun Served with Fries. Substitute a Side Salad with Choice of Dressing (+$1.00) or Chef’s Vegetable Medley of the Day ($3.00)
$19
Fresh Catch
gluten free
Curated Daily | Chef's Choice of Catch, Side, Sauce
Chef's Butcher Board
Curated Daily | Chef's Choice of Cut, Sides and Sauce
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Lounge
Shared Plates
Charcuterie and Cheese
Chef's selection | Local & Imported Cheeses | Local & International Meats | Fresh & Dried Fruits | Nuts
$24
Colossal Shrimp Cocktail
Housemade Cocktail Sauce | Lemon
$19
Spiked Wings
gluten free
Chili Spiked House Made BBQ | Celery Batons | Blue Cheese Dressing
$16
Duck Confit
Roasted Brussel Sprouts | Duck Cracklin | Cherry Reduction
$19
The Dip
Choice of Pimento Cheese Dip or Spinach & Artichoke | Served with Pita Crisps
$14
Crab Cakes
Seared Lump Crab | Granny Smith Apple | Carrot & Ginger Emulsion
$19
Braised Cheshire Pork Belly
Apple Cider Braised Pork Belly | Bitter Greens Salad | Shaved Apple | Crumbled Egg | Cider Vinaigrette
$17
Slider Trio
Pulled Pork with Mark Slaw | Crab Cake with House Remoulade | Cheddar Burger with Pickle
$17
Flatbreads
Margherita
Crisp Flatbread | Slow Roasted Tomatoes | Fontina | Extra Virgin Olive Oil | Crispy Garlic Chips | Fresh Basil
$14
Mediterranean
Crisp Flatbread | Shaved Prosciutto | Roasted Red Pepper | Marinated Artichoke Hearts Kalamata Olives | Shaved Parmesan
$14
Daily Flatbread
Please Ask About Today's Chef Creation
Soup & Salad
Soup of the Day
Please Ask About Today's Chef Creation
She-Crab Soup
Traditional She-Crab | Blue Crab Meat | Chive Oil
Cup $7
Bowl $9
Classic Wedge
Cheshire Bacon Lardons | Baby Heirloom Tomatoes Crispy Shallots | House Blue Cheese Dressing
$13
Chopped Caesar
Romaine | Garlic Crouton | Creamy Caesar Dressing | Shaved Pecorino | Marinated White Anchovies
$11
Baby Arugula
Baby Arugula | Shaved Pear | Dehydrated Cranberry Toasted Pumpkin Seeds | Crumbled Blue Cheese | Dry Sherry Vinaigrette
$12
Local Field Greens
Springs Greens | Baby Tomato | Cucumber | Watermelon Radish | Shaved Carrot | Dressing of Choice
$9
Add to Any Salad
Angry Fried Boneless Chicken $7
Herb Marinated Steak* $10
Faroe Island Salmon* $8
Gulf Shrimp $8
Local Chicken Breast $7
Handhelds
The Standard
Half Pound Certified Angus Beef | Herb Mayo | Lettuce | Onion | Tomato | Cheddar Cheese | Toasted Brioche Bun
Fried Egg $3
Bacon $3
Jalapenos $1
$15
Grilled Veggie Wrap
Zucchini | Yellow Squash | Roasted Red Pepper | Portobello | Roma Tomato | Asparagus Goat Cheese | Sweet Basil Pesto | Honey Wheat Wrap
$16
Angry Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich
Crispy Boneless Chicken Thigh | Sweet Pepper Aioli | Charred Tomato | The Mark Slaw | Toasted Brioche Bun
$15
Belly Burger
Half Pound Certified Angus Beef | Braised Cheshire Pork Belly | Creamy White Cheddar Fondue | Toasted Brioche Bun
$19
Private Dining
Book An Event
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Private Dining
Host small events such as corporate dinners and family gatherings in The Mark’s well-appointed private dining room, which can accommodate up to 12 guests. Make your next occasion a memorable one at The Mark.
Catering & Events
The Mark at Elon is the official caterer of The Inn at Elon, which offers flexible indoor and outdoor event space to accommodate up to 440 guests. Our culinary team will work with you to customize the perfect menu for weddings, corporate receptions and social gatherings.