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Award-Winning,
Chef-Crafted Menus
The Nicollet Island Inn has been serving classic American cuisine in a relaxing, elegant environment for over 40 years. Scroll down to view our current menus and make your reservation!
Dining Room Hours
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 11am – 9pm
Saturday | 9am – 9pm
Sunday | 9am – 8pm
Appetizers, Salad, & Soup
Cheese Plate GFA
Selection of two Artisan Cheeses, Locally Raised Honey, Fruit Compote | 18
Wedge Salad GF
Buttermilk Ranch & Blue Cheese Dressing, Hard Boiled Egg, Tomatoes, Bacon, Red Onions, Romaine | 12
Cajun Spiced Colossal Shrimp Caesar Salad GF
House-Made Caesar Dressing, Parmesan Cheese, House-Made Croutons | 26 (just the salad 14)
Deviled Eggs GF
Bacon & Dark Truffle Shavings | 10
Grilled Shrimp Cocktail GF
5 Grilled Jumbo Shrimp, Asian Slaw & Glaze, Ponzu Sauce | 17
Lobster Cakes
Two Lobster Cakes with Sambal Aioli | 20
Biryani Rubbed Scallops
Served over Tomatoes, Cucumber, Feta, Red Onion, Borccolini, Caulilini, Dressed with Olive Oil, Lemon, Tarragon, and Dill | 30
Creamy Tomato Spaetzle Soup
Topped with Pesto Oil | 10
Bread Service
Daily Selection | 5
Sandwiches
All Sandwiches served with French Fries, Mixed Greens or Sweet Potato Fries (+1.50)
GLUTEN FREE BUN AVAILABLE + 2
Breaded Walleye Sandwich
Panki-Almond Crusted, Batard, Remoulade, Coleslaw | 18
Reuben Sandwich GFA
House-Brined Corned Beef, Swiss Cheese, Sauerkraut, Dijon Mustard, Thousand Island Dressing on Pumpernickel | 18
MPLS Cheese Steak Sandwich GFA
Elite Filet Mignon, Sautéed Peppers, Onions, Aged Cheddar, Horseradish Aioli on Cuban Loaf | 23
Nic’s Burger GFA
½ Pound House Ground Filet Mignon, Bacon, Cheddar & Swiss Cheese, Greens, Smoked Tomato Jam, Dijon | 20
Lobster Roll GFA
Lobster Tail Meat, Lemon Tarragon Aioli, Lobster Ghee Chives, Brioche | 28
Entrées
Available 4-close Wed – Saturday, 3-close Sun
Rigatoni GFA
Italian Sausage, Meatballs, Creamy Marinara, Parmesan Cheese | 28
Braised Wagyu Tagliatelle GFA
Wagyu Short Rib, Tomatoes, Broccolini, Onion, Jus, Crème Fraicehe | 39
Seared Duck & Scallops
7 oz. Peach Wood Smoked Duck Breast with a’L’orange sauce, 2 Jumbo Scallops with House-made Ponzu Sauce, Brocollini, Caulilini, Asparagus, Potato Planks | 60
Lobster, Chive, & Feta Ravioli
Lobser, Chanterelle-Lobster Cream Sauce, Roasted Mushrooms, Parmesan Cheese | 39
Breaded Walleye
Panko-Almond Crusted, MN Wild Rice, Lemon Haricot Verts, Remoulade | 32
Pan Seared Salmon GF
10oz Portion, Cilantro Lime Butter, Hummus, Broccolini & Topped with Olive Tapenade | 35
Seared Seabass GF
Roasted Garlic Parmesan Risotto, Tomato Burre Blanc | 48
12 oz. Broiled Lobster Tail
Yukon Gold Smashed Potatoes, Caulilini, Roasted Carrots, Melted Butter | 58
Tandoori Chicken Breast GF
Tandoori Spice, Sautéed Zucchini Noodles, Mango Curry Sauce | 30
10oz Duroc Dry Aged Pork Chop
Cherry Demi BBQ Sauce, Sautéed Zucchini Squash, Onion, Tomato | 44
Double Cut Grilled Lamb Chops
Breadcrumb mix of: Horseradish, Roasted Fennel & Onion. Asparagus, Pommes Puree, Buffalo Trace Demi| 48
Wagyu Skirt Steak GF
8oz Cut, Sautéed Broccoli Slaw, Green Onion Balsamic, Potato Planks, Vinegar Churri Sauce | 38
Elite Filet Mignon GF
8oz Elite Filet, Roasted Mushrooms, Asparagus, Pommes Puree, Bordelaise | 58
Elite New York Strip GF
12oz Elite New York Strip, Roasted Tri-Color Carrots, Asparagus, Pommes Puree, Topped with Rosemary Peppercorn Demi | 61
Surf & Turf GF
8oz Elite Filet, Lobster Tail, (Choice of 6oz or 12oz) Asparagus, Pommes Puree, Bordelaise | 80/92
GF = Gluten Free, GFA = Can be made Gluten Free, please ask your server
Gluten Free Rigatoni & Tagliatelle require advance notice for preparation
Appetizers, Salad & Soup
Grilled Shrimp Cocktail GF
5 Jumbo Shrimp, Asian Slaw & Glaze, and Ponzu Sauce | 17
Cheese Plate GFA
Selection of two Artisan Cheeses, Locally Sourced Honey, and Fruit Compote | 18
Deviled Eggs GF
Bacon & Black Truffle Shavings | 10
Creamy Tomato Spaetzle Soup
Pesto Oil | 10
Wedge Salad GF
Buttermilk Ranch & Blue Cheese Dressing, Hard Boiled Egg, Tomatoes, Bacon, Red Onions, Romaine | 12
Chopped Salad GF
Buttermilk Ranch & Blue Cheese Dressing, Hard Boiled Egg, Tomatoes, Bacon, Red Onions, and Romaine | 12
Add Grilled Chicken Breast | +7
Add 5 Grilled Shrimp | +9
Salmon Salad GF
Maple Syrup – Curry Seared Salmon Filet, Strawberries, Arugula, Mixed Greens, Pickled Red Onions, Feta Cheese Crumbles and Candied Almonds, Strawberry Vinaigrette | 22
Cajun Spiced Colossal Shrimp Caesar Salad GF
House-Made Caesar Dressing, Parmesan Cheese, House-Made Croutons | 26 (just the salad 14)
Nicollet Island Chef Salad GF
Grilled 6oz Chicken Breast, 3 Grilled Shrimp, Cheddar & Swiss Cheese, Cherry Tomatoes, Hard Boiled Egg, Red Onion, Arugula, Romaine and Mixed Greens with a Greek Goddess Dressing | 22
Bread Service
Daily Selection | 5
Entrée & Sandwiches
Omelette du Jour
Served with Mixed Greens or French Fries, Ask your server for today’s selection | 17
Lobster Roll GFA
Lobster Tail Meat, Lemon Tarragon Aioli, Lobster Ghee Chives, Brioche | 28
Breaded Walleye Sandwich
Batard, Remoulade, and Coleslaw served with French Fries | 18
MPLS Cheese Steak Sandwich GFA
Elite Filet Mignon, Sautéed Peppers, Onions, Aged Cheddar, and Horseradish Aioli on Cuban Loaf served with French Fries | 23
Nic’s Burger GFA gluten free bun available + 2
½ Pound House Ground Filet Mignon, Bacon, Cheddar & Swiss Cheeses, Mixed Greens, Smoked Tomato Jam, and Dijon served with French Fries | 22
Reuben Sandwich GFA
House-Brined Corned Beef, Swiss Cheese, Sauerkraut, Dijon Mustard, and Thousand Island Dressing on Pumpernickel served with French Fries | 18
GF = Gluten Free, GFA = Can be made Gluten Free, please ask your server
Brunch Entrées
Steak & Lobster Eggs Benedict
English Muffin, Hollandaise, Hash Browns | 29
Cocoa Brioche French Toast
Fruit Compote, Sweet Cream | 15
Corned Beef Hash
Red Peppers, Onions, Corned Beef, Eggs, Hollandaise, Hash Browns | 20
American Breakfast GFA
Two Eggs Any Style, Hash Browns, Toast, Choice of Bacon or Sausage | 19
Breakfast Reuben
Pumpernickel with melted Swiss Cheese, Corned Beef, Sauerkraut, Two Eggs, Hollandaise | 20
Fork & Knife Biscuits & Gravy
Ham & Leeks stacked inside Biscuits and topped with Sausage Gravy and Two Eggs | 19
Sides
One Egg | 6
Two Eggs | 9
White Toast | 4
Pumpernickel Toast | 4
Bacon | 8
Sausage | 6
Hashbrowns | 6
Bread Service
Daily Selection | 5
Beverages
Coffee, Tea | 3
Coke Products | 3
Appetizers / Salads / Soup
Grilled Shrimp Cocktail GF
5 Grilled Jumbo Shrimp, Asian Slaw & Glaze, Ponzu Sauce | 17
Cheese Plate GFA
Selection of two Artisan Cheese, Locally Raised Honey, Fruit Compote | 18
Deviled Eggs GF
Bacon & Dark Truffle Shavings | 10
Wedge Salad GF
Buttermilk Ranch & Blue Cheese Dressing, Hard Boiled Egg, Tomatoes, Bacon, Red Onions, Romaine | 12
Salmon Salad GF
Maple Syrup – Curry Seared Salmon Filet, Strawberries, Arugula, Mixed Greens, Pickled Red Onions, Feta Cheese Crumbles and Candied Almonds, Strawberry Vinaigrette | 22
Creamy Tomato Spaetzle Soup
Pesto Oil | 10
Sandwiches
Breaded Walleye Sandwich
Batard, Remoulade, Coleslaw. Comes with French Fries | 18
MPLS Cheese Steak Sandwich GFA
Filet Mignon, Sautéed Peppers, Onions, Aged Cheddar, Horseradish Aioli on Cuban Loaf. Comes with French Fries | 23
Nic’s Burger GFA (gluten free bun available)
½ Pound House Ground Filet Mignon, Bacon, Cheddar & Swiss Cheeses, Mixed Greens, Smoked Tomato Jam, Dijon. Comes with French Fries | 20
Reuben Sandwich GFA
House-Brined Corned Beef, Swiss Cheese, Sauerkraut, Dijon Mustard, Thousand Island Dressing on Pumpernickel. Served with French Fries | 18
Lobster Roll GFA
Lobster Tail Meat, Lemon Tarragon Aioli, Lobster Ghee, Chives, Brioche | 28
GF = Gluten Free, GFA = Can be made Gluten Free, please ask your server
Brunch Cocktails
Bloody Mary Selection
Regular with Harlen Wheatley Vodka | 10
Bacon Infused Harlen Wheatley Vodka | 10
Hot Pepper Infused Harlen Wheatley Vodka | 10
Mimosas
Orange Juice | 8
Cranberry “Poinsettia” | 8
Pomegranate “Pomosa” | 8
Pineapple “Soleil” | 8
Peach “Bellini” | 8
Sparkling Cocktails
Aperol Spritz | 10
Campari Spritz | 10
Sparkling Wines
Segura Viudas Sparkling Cava | 8
Risata Moscato d’Asti | 8
Vodka Seltzers
Watermelon | 7
Black Cherry | 7
Tequila Seltzers
Onda Lime | 8
Onda Watermelon | 8
Onda Blood Orange | 8
Brunch Wines
Torresella (Veneto, Italy)
Deep Golden color, rich aroma of ripe fruits and honey. Strong minerality and silky tannins | $10 glass / $40 bottle
Substance Chardonnay (Columbia Valley, WA)
A straightforward medium bodied chardonnay full of ripe apple, almonds, and some nice hints of vanilla with a slightly toasty | $10 glass / $40 bottle
Sea Sun Pinot Noir (Coastal Regions, CA)
Strikingly soft in the nose with scents of baked cherries, vanilla, and baking spice while the palate is more cherry, vanilla, and a hint of milk chocolate | $10 glass / $40 bottle
Remy Ferbras Rhone Blend ( Rhone, France)
Ripe plum and boysenberry flavors are lifted by fresh mineral tones in this balanced And lovely medium-bodied red | $9 glass / $36 bottle
Dessert Menu
Adult Root Beer Float GFA
Spiced Rum, Dark Rum, Sebastian Joe’s Vanilla Bean Ice Cream | 10
Chocolate Mousse GF
Whipped Cream, Cookie Tuile | 11
Apple Delight
Apple Pie Filling, Puff Pastry, Sebastian Joe’s Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Whipped Cream, Cinnamon, Caramel Sauce | 9
House-Made Chocolate Chip Cookies
Two Cookies Served Warm with Sebastian Joe’s Vanilla Bean Ice Cream | 9
NY Style Cheesecake
Frangelico Liqueur, Macerated Black Amarena Cherries & Sauce | 9
Sebastian Joe’s Ice Cream
Seasonal Flavors | 5/8
After Dinner Drinks
We have coffee, tea and a variety of After Dinner Drinks and Digestif Coctails to enjoy with your dessert.
Please ask your server
New Spirit Arrivals
Nic’s Bar has an extensive selection of Bourbon, Whiskey, Scotch and Mezcal with
rare and hard-to-find bottles arriving all the time. Ask your server for a list of our latest additions.
Appetizers, Salad, & Soup
Cheese Plate GFA
Selection of two Artisan Cheeses, Locally Raised Honey, Fruit Compote | 17
Wedge Salad GF
Buttermilk Ranch & Blue Cheese Dressing, Hard Boiled Egg, Tomatoes, Bacon, Red Onions, Romaine | 11
Cajun Spiced Colossal Shrimp GF
House-Made Caesar Dressing, Parmesan Cheese, House-Made Croutons | 25 (just the salad 12)
Deviled Eggs GF
Bacon & Dark Truffle Shavings | 9
Grilled Shrimp Cocktail GF
5 Grilled Jumbo Shrimp, Asian Slaw & Glaze, Ponzu Sauce | 17
Lobster Cakes
Two Lobster Cakes with Sambal Aioli | 16
Root Vegetable Soup
Roasted Root Vegetables, Cream, Crumbled Bacon & Croutons | 9
Sandwiches
All Sandwiches served with French Fries
GLUTEN FREE BUN AVAILABLE + 2
Breaded Walleye Sandwich
Batard, Remoulade, Coleslaw. Comes with Frech Fries | 17
Reuben Sandwich GFA
House-Brined Corned Beef, Swiss Cheese, Sauerkraut, Dijon Mustard, Thousand Island Dressing on Pumpernickel | 17
MPLS Cheese Steak Sandwich GFA
Filet Mignon, Sautéed Peppers, Onions, Aged Cheddar, Horseradish Aioli on Cuban Loaf | 20
Nic’s Burger GFA
½ Pound House Ground Filet Mignon, Bacon, Cheddar & Swiss Cheese, Greens, Smoked Tomato Jam, Dijon | 20
Lobster Roll GFA
Lobster Tail Meat, Lemon Tarragon Aioli, Lobster Ghee Chives, Brioche | 27
Hot Turkey Sandwich
Served Open-Faced, Challah Bread, Jalapeno Aioli, Goat Cheese, Rosemary Gravy | 17
Entrées
Available 4-close Wed – Saturday, 3-close Sun
Rigatoni GFA
Italian Sausge, Meatballs, Creamy Marinara, Parmesan Cheese | 27
Braised Wagyu Tagliatelle GFA
Wagyu Short Rib, Tomatoes, Broccolini, Onion, Jus, Crème Fraicehe | 39
Breaded Walleye
MN Wilf Rice, Lemon Haricot Verts, Remoulade | 29
Pan Seared Salmon GF
10oz Portion, Cilantro Lime Butter, Hummus, Broccolini & Topped with Olive Tapenade | 32
Seared Seabass GF
Roasted Garlic Parmesan Risotto, Tomato Ragu | 46
Seafood Linguine in Clam Sauce
Colossal Shrimp, Lobster, Scallop, Onions, Cabbage, Red Pepper, Green Onions, Parmesan Cheese | 43
Chef’s Lobster Bisque Pot Pie
4oz or 6oz of Lobster Tail Meat, Mirepoix, Herbs, Cream, Lobster Stock | 44/54
Tandoori Chicken Breast GF
Tandoori Spice, Sauteed Zucchini Noodles, Mango Curry Sauce | 28
10oz Duroc Dry Aged Pork Chop
Chef’s Secret Dry Rub Spice, Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Artichoke, Asparagus, Apple-Craberry Chutney, Honey Apple Glaze | 42
Wagyu Skirt Steak GF
8oz Cut, Sautéed Broccoli Slaw, Green Onion Balsamic Vinegar Churri Sauce | 38
Prime Filet Mignon GF
8oz USDA Prime Filet, Roasted Mushrooms, Asparagus, Pommes Puree, Bordelaise | 52
Elite New York Strip GF
12oz Elite New Yor Strip, Roasted Tri-Color Carrots, Asparagus, Pommes Puree, Topped with Pearl Onions and Bacon Lardons | 59
Surf & Turf GF
8oz USDA Prime Filet, 7oz Lobster Tail, Asparagus, Pommes Puree | 76
GF = Gluten Free, GFA = Can be made Gluten Free, please ask your server
Gluten Free Rigatoni & Tagliatelle require advance notice for preparation
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