Gold Nugget Tavern & Grille Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Gold Nugget Tavern & Grille, a vibrant gem in Minnetonka that perfectly encapsulates the essence of New American cuisine. Here, the menu is a delightful mix of hearty classics and innovative dishes.
Begin your meal with iconic appetizers like State Fair Cheese Curds and Buffalo Shrimp, both praised for their flavor and presentation. For the main course, the Asada Bowl stands out with grilled flank steak and zesty toppings, while the rich Gouda Mac offers a creamy indulgence that’s hard to resist. Pair these with their extensive drink selection, including unique cocktails like the Chai Martini, making it perfect for gatherings or a relaxed game day.
Whether you're dining indoors or enjoying the casual outdoor seating, the welcoming atmosphere ensures that every visit feels like a special occasion.
Appetizers
Cheesy Tots
Homemade Cheddar tots with bacon chive crema.
Cheese Curds
Fried Ellsworth, Wisconsin cheese curds with homemade marinara.
Prime Rib Eggrolls
Served with Au Jus and Horsey Aioli
Side French Fries
Side Onion Rings
Side Sweet Potato Fries
Wings
Choice of dry rub.
Barbeque Chicken Flatbread
Smoked chicken breast, mozzarella cheese, cilantro, house barbeque sauce, red onion
Ground Beef Nachos
Seasoned ground beef, pico de gallo, pickled jalapenos, shredded lettuce, cheese sauce & sour cream, piled over homemade tortilla chips
Buffalo Shrimp
Tempura batter, buffalo, bleu crumble, spring onion
Ahi Tuna Crisps
Sesame and five spice crusted Ahi Tuna, wonton crisps, napa slaw, avocado, fresh jalapeno, ponzu, pickled ginger.
Burger Wontons
Ground beef, bacon, cheddar, cream cheese, chives, served with tangy thai bbq
Caprese Flatbread
Tomato flatbread, marinara, fresh Mozzarella, Roma tomatoes, basil.
Cajun Beef Bites
Blackened filet, crispy onion string, horseradish aioli
Celtic Chicken Salad
Spinach, grilled chicken, goat cheese, red onion, red bell pepper, roasted pear, candied pecan, mustard balsamic vinaigrette
Caesar Salad
Romaine, shaved Parmesan, homemade croutons, tossed with Caesar dressing.
Chopped Salad
Spring mix, romaine, mustard champagne vinaigrette, roasted corn, cherry tomato, tortilla crisp, blue cheese crumble, bacon.
Asada Bowl
Grilled marinated flank steak, spanish rice, black bean corn salsa, shredded lettuce, queso fresco, tortilla crisp, radish, salsa verde
Tuna Poke
Sesame crusted Ahi Tuna, coconut sushi rice, orange, roasted corn, avocado, radish, cucumber, seaweed salad, carrot, pickled ginger, edamame, spciy mayo, toasted sesame, scallion.
Salads & Bowls
Burgers
Original Gold Nugget Burger
Build your own burger. Includes choice of cheese + 4 toppings (additional toppings $1 ea.). All of our burgers are 1/2 lb. of our proprietary blend beef, unless otherwise noted.
The Spice Is Right
2 smash patties, candied bacon, ghost pepper cheese, sriracha aioli, fresh jalapenos, lettuce & tomato
Bacon Me Crazy Burger
Beef and bacon patty, bourbon onions, bacon, Poblano cheese. Served with Gold Nugget house-cut fries or coleslaw. All of our burgers are 1/2 lb. of our proprietary blend beef, unless otherwise noted.
Fig and Brie
Gold Nugget Patty, triple cream brie, fig jam, sundried tomato, arugula, caramelized onion, brioche bun
MN Nice Burger
Top the tater stuffed Lucy, lettuce, Pepper Jack, bacon, potato chips, bacon chive, crema. Served with Gold Nugget house-cut fries or coleslaw. All of our burgers are 1/2 lb. of our proprietary blend beef, unless otherwise noted.
Patty Melt
Beef patty, mushroom, onion, American and Swiss cheese, Russian dressing served on marble rye. All of our burgers are 1/2 lb. of our proprietary blend beef, unless otherwise noted.
Stadium Burger
Beef patty on a pretzel bun, American cheese and beer cheese dipping sauce. All of our burgers are 1/2 lb. of our proprietary blend beef, unless otherwise noted.
Turkey Burger "Big Mac"
House made turkey patty, swiss, chopped onion and pickle, lettuce, tomato, russian dressing, on brioce.
Grilled Cheese
american cheese, swiss cheese, bacon, caramelized onions & tomato on toasted white bread
Country Clubbin'
roasted turkey, smoked ham, swiss cheese, cheddar cheese, tomato, bib lettuce & honey dijon mayo on toasted 9-grain
Lobster Roll
East coast lobster roll
Nashville Hot Chicken
Spicy fried chicken breast, slaw, house pickles and jalapeno, firecracker aioli, on brioche
Rachel
Smoked turkey, swiss cheese, sauerkraut & russian dressing on marble rye
Reuben
Corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, Russian dressing on marble rye.
BLT
Bacon, lettuce, tomato and mayo on Texas toast
Prime Rib Dip
7oz thin sliced USDA Choice Prime Rib, grilled onion, horseradish aioli, house au jus, provolone cheese on a Ciabatta hoagie roll.
Firecracker Shrimp Tacos
Crispy salt and pepper shrimp, bell pepper and pickled red onion slaw, firecracker aioli, queso fresco. Three to an order, served a la carte.
Chicken Asada Tacos
Marinated pulled chicken breast, avocado salsa, lettuce, queso fresco, salsa verde
Cuban Sandwich
Prime rib, tavern ham, pulled pork, homemade pickles, broken mustard aioli, Swiss cheese on a hoagie bun.
Gringo Tacos
Three tacos, seasoned ground beef, sour cream, pico de gallo, shredded lettuce, queso fresco
Caprese Chicken Sandwich
Grilled chicken, tomato, basil pesto, mozzarella, bibb lettuce, red onion, balsamic reduction, ciabatta
Sandwiches
Entrees
Gouda Mac
Smoked gouda cheese sauce, pasta shells, breadcrumbs.*add bacon & chives $2.00
Fish & Chips
Beer battered cod on a bed of house-cut fries.
Jambalaya
Chicken, andouille sausage, shrimp, spicy tomato stew, creole dirty rice
Chicken Parmesan
Crispy parmesan crusted chicken breast, angel hair, house made red sauce, mozzarella, parsley
Cedar Plank Salmon
Whiskey ginger soy glazed Norwegian Salmon, garlic mashed potato, grilled asparagus.
Chicken Enchiladas
2 chicken enchiladas served with guajillo rice, lettuce, pico de gallo & sour cream
Turkey Pot Pie
Roasted Ferndale Turkey, carrot, celery, peas, onion, potato, herbed cream sauce, puff pastry
Chicken FIngers
Includes choice of side. For children 12 and under.
Hot Dog
All beef dog. Includes choice of side. For children 12 and under.
Mini Cheeseburger
Includes choice of side. For children 12 and under.
Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwich
On honey wheat. Includes choice of side. For children 12 and under.
Cheese Quesadilla
A la carte. For children 12 and under.
Kid's Battered Fish & Chips
Fresh cod. Includes choice of side. For children 12 and under.
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
American on honey wheat. Includes choice of side. For children 12 and under.
Mac & Cheese
Includes choice of side. For children 12 and under.
Kids Menu
Soups
Homemade Brisket Chili - CUP
Homemade Brisket Chili - BOWL
French Onion Soup
Beef and onion broth, crostini, melted provolone