Nick's on State Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Nick's on State, a culinary gem nestled in Carlsbad, CA, that expertly blends the best of New American cuisine with vibrant seafood offerings. The menu is crafted for every palate, boasting mouthwatering selections from tender steaks to delightful vegetarian options, ensuring everyone finds their perfect dish.
This trendy yet inviting eatery features a variety of highlights, such as:
- Asparagus Fries: A crowd favorite, these crispy delights are a must-try!
- Prime Rib Dip: A savory treat that has patrons raving.
- Butter Cake: A sweet finale that leaves diners wanting more.
Nick's is not just a restaurant; it's an experience. With friendly service, a beautiful outdoor patio, and a full bar featuring unique cocktails like espresso martinis, your visit promises to be memorable. Reservations are recommended, as this popular spot fills up quickly!
FOOD MENU
BISTRO PLATE
petite filet mignon, topped with steak butter served on garlic toast, petite bistro salad, cup of todays soup
TODAYS SOUP
changes daily, always made from scratch
ASPARAGUS FRIES
crispy parmesan crusted spears, buttermilk ranch, a nicks origina
TUNA TARTARE
sashimi grade, micro wasabi, spicy soy, avocado, crispy wontons
SHRIMP TAQUITOS
jumbo blackened mexican shrimp, avocado salsa, chipotle ranch
BACON DEVILED EGGS
lightly fried, fun to eat, crumbled applewood bacon
SPINACH ARTICHOKE DIP
warm tortilla chips, aged cheddar, house salsa
PETITE BISTRO
napa cabbage, tuscan kale, white cheddar, red green onions, chopped cilantro, roasted almonds, mustard bacon vinaigrette
THE LOCAL MARKET
local chopped greens, campari tomatoes, cheddar cheese, applewood bacon, crumbled egg, red green onions, croutons
SPICY THAI
udon noodles, thai chiles, grilled chicken, mint, napa cabbage, arugula, thai basil, green onions, carrots, peanut dressing
KALE AND QUINOA
red grapes, cashews, almonds, sunflower seeds, red cabbage, red peppers, parmesan cheese, champagne vinaigrette
GRILLED STEAKHOUSE
sliced ribeye, warm potato salad, mixed greens, bacon mustard vinaigrette, blue cheese wedge, campari tomatoes, house made croutons
CLASSIC BLUE CHEESE WEDGE
tomato, nueskes bacon, blue cheese crumbles, red onion, deviled egg, buttermilk blue cheese dressing
PAN SEARED SCOTTISH SALMON
served with caper mustard beurre blanc, sauteed spinach with garlic, slivered almonds lemon, whipped potatoes
SAN FRANCISCO CIOPPINO
jumbo mexican shrimp, salmon, sea bass, carlsbad mussels, littleneck clams, fishermans sourdough loaf
PAN SEARED CHILEAN SEA BASS
served with lemon beurre blanc, sauteed spinach with garlic slivered almonds, whipped potatoes
BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN
served boneless with whipped mashed potatoes, buttermilk biscuit, sausage country gravy and roasted sweet corn on the cob
CENTER CUT FILET
topped with steak butter and served with our fully loaded baked potato
BABY BACK PORK RIBS
beer braised, tender, fall off the bone, nicks house recipe bbq sauce served with french fries and petite bistro salad
MAPLE GLAZED MEATLOAF
maple chipotle gravy, caramelized red wine onion, whipped potatoes, roasted pearl onions, carrots asparagus
CHICKEN PICCATA
panko crusted, lemon caper sauce, arugula tomato salad, whipped potatoes
TODAYS SOUP
changes daily, always made from scratch
ASPARAGUS FRIES
crispy parmesan crusted spears, buttermilk ranch, a nicks origina
TUNA TARTARE
sashimi grade, micro wasabi, spicy soy, avocado, crispy wontons
SHRIMP TAQUITOS
jumbo blackened mexican shrimp, avocado salsa, chipotle ranch
BACON DEVILED EGGS
lightly fried, fun to eat, crumbled applewood bacon
SPINACH ARTICHOKE DIP
warm tortilla chips, aged cheddar, house salsa
STARTERS
MARKET SALADS
PETITE BISTRO
napa cabbage, tuscan kale, white cheddar, red green onions, chopped cilantro, roasted almonds, mustard bacon vinaigrette
THE LOCAL MARKET
local chopped greens, campari tomatoes, cheddar cheese, applewood bacon, crumbled egg, red green onions, croutons
SPICY THAI
udon noodles, thai chiles, grilled chicken, mint, napa cabbage, arugula, thai basil, green onions, carrots, peanut dressing
KALE AND QUINOA
red grapes, cashews, almonds, sunflower seeds, red cabbage, red peppers, parmesan cheese, champagne vinaigrette
GRILLED STEAKHOUSE
sliced ribeye, warm potato salad, mixed greens, bacon mustard vinaigrette, blue cheese wedge, campari tomatoes, house made croutons
CLASSIC BLUE CHEESE WEDGE
tomato, nueskes bacon, blue cheese crumbles, red onion, deviled egg, buttermilk blue cheese dressing
PAN SEARED SCOTTISH SALMON
served with caper mustard beurre blanc, sauteed spinach with garlic, slivered almonds lemon, whipped potatoes
SAN FRANCISCO CIOPPINO
jumbo mexican shrimp, salmon, sea bass, carlsbad mussels, littleneck clams, fishermans sourdough loaf
PAN SEARED CHILEAN SEA BASS
served with lemon beurre blanc, sauteed spinach with garlic slivered almonds, whipped potatoes
BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN
served boneless with whipped mashed potatoes, buttermilk biscuit, sausage country gravy and roasted sweet corn on the cob
CENTER CUT FILET
topped with steak butter and served with our fully loaded baked potato
BABY BACK PORK RIBS
beer braised, tender, fall off the bone, nicks house recipe bbq sauce served with french fries and petite bistro salad
MAPLE GLAZED MEATLOAF
maple chipotle gravy, caramelized red wine onion, whipped potatoes, roasted pearl onions, carrots asparagus
CHICKEN PICCATA
panko crusted, lemon caper sauce, arugula tomato salad, whipped potatoes