Nick’s On State Menu With Prices
Nick's on State is a lively New American restaurant in the heart of Carlsbad, California, on bustling State Street. Known for fish filleted in-house daily, prime steaks, fresh market salads, and comforting sandwiches, it pairs coastal seafood classics like halibut and cioppino with warm hospitality, making it a beloved Carlsbad Village dining destination.
Starters
| Today's SoupChanges daily, always made from scratch | $12 |
| Asparagus FriesCrispy parmesan crusted spears, buttermilk ranch, a Nick's original | $15 |
| Tuna TartareSashimi grade, micro wasabi, spicy soy, avocado, crispy wontons | $23 |
| Heirloom Roasted ArtichokesLemon butter and herb mayo, for dipping | $21 |
| Shrimp TaquitosJumbo blackened Mexican shrimp, avocado salsa, chipotle ranch | $19 |
| Bacon Deviled EggsLightly fried, crumbled applewood bacon | $13 |
| Spinach & Artichoke DipWarm tortilla chips, aged cheddar, house salsa | $18 |
Market Salads
Add chicken $8, sliced ribeye $20, salmon $16, grilled shrimp $18, avocado $5
| Petite BistroNapa cabbage, tuscan kale, white cheddar, red & green onions, cilantro, roasted almonds, mustard bacon vinaigrette | $10 |
| The Local MarketChopped greens, campari tomatoes, cheddar, applewood bacon, crumbled egg, red & green onions, croutons | $14 |
| Spicy ThaiUdon noodles, thai chiles, grilled chicken, mint, napa cabbage, arugula, thai basil, carrots, peanut dressing | $23 |
| Kale and QuinoaRed grapes, cashews, almonds, sunflower seeds, red cabbage, red peppers, parmesan, champagne vinaigrette | $16 |
| Classic CaesarBaby romaine, parmigiano-reggiano, brioche streusel, fried capers, campari tomato | $14 |
| CaliforniaBaby kale, avocado, dates, strawberries, goat cheese, green onions, almonds, macadamia nuts, champagne vinaigrette | $17 |
House Specialties
| Bistro PlatePetite filet mignon topped with steak butter, garlic toast, petite bistro salad, cup of today's soup | $29 |
| Alaskan HalibutMacadamia crust, pineapple beurre blanc, sautéed spinach, whipped potatoes | $45 |
| Pan Seared Scottish SalmonCaper mustard beurre blanc, sautéed spinach, slivered almonds & lemon, whipped potatoes | $34 |
| San Francisco CioppinoJumbo shrimp, salmon, sea bass, Carlsbad mussels, littleneck clams, sourdough loaf | $38 |
| Pan Seared Chilean Sea BassLemon beurre blanc, sautéed spinach, whipped potatoes | $44 |
| Buttermilk Fried ChickenBoneless, whipped mashed potatoes, buttermilk biscuit, sausage country gravy, roasted sweet corn | $28 |
| Center Cut FiletSteak butter, fully loaded baked potato, grilled asparagus | $55 |
| Baby Back Pork RibsBeer braised, Nick's house recipe BBQ sauce, mashed potatoes, honey mustard coleslaw | $36 |
| Chicken PiccataPanko crusted, lemon caper sauce, arugula & tomato salad, whipped potatoes | $28 |
| Cha Cha's Spicy RigatoniCreamy vodka sauce, chili flakes, caramelized onion, calabrian chilies, parmesan | $25 |
Sandwiches & Burgers
Choice of fries, market vegetables, or petite bistro salad
| The Prime Rib DipSlow roasted daily, thinly sliced, mayonnaise, red wine au jus, brioche bun | $25 |
| Crispy Chicken SandwichButtermilk fried chicken, havarti, sweet slaw, almonds, tomato, arugula, honey mustard, herb mayo, brioche bun | $22 |
| Blackened Fish SandwichCrunchy cabbage, baby arugula, tomato, firestick onions, house tartar sauce, brioche bun | $24 |
| Classic CheeseburgerGround chuck, cheddar, lettuce, pickles, tomato, white onions, thousand island, mayo, mustard, sesame bun | $21 |
| House Made Veggie BurgerAvocado, mixed greens, tomato, firestick onions, herb mayo, melted swiss, wheat bun | $20 |
| Original Ribeye MeltSliced ribeye, swiss, red wine onions, mustard bacon sauce, grilled parmesan sourdough | $26 |
Hours
| Monday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |