Lefty's Grill Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to Lefty's Grill, a culinary gem nestled along the picturesque river in historic Nevada City, CA. With a menu that showcases both innovation and comfort, Lefty's embraces the essence of flavor. From the unforgettable Baked Polenta Thing topped with roasted tomatoes and feta, to the iconic Napa Style Pizza—a harmonious blend of mozzarella, pear, and gorgonzola that dazzled even at the 2009 World Pizza Championship—there's a dish for every palate.
The handcrafted burgers are equally enticing, featuring the mouthwatering El Paso Burger with avocado and chipotle aioli, perfect for spice aficionados. Diners rave about the serene ambiance of the patio, where you can enjoy standout dishes like the salmon burger and the award-winning carrot cake that is simply unforgettable. Join us at Lefty's Grill for a meal that promises delight in every bite.
Out Of The Oven
The Sicilian Pizza
Red sauce, mozzarella, sausage, oven roasted tomatoes, garlic, Sicilian green olives, and Pecorino cheese.
Tuscan Butcher Pizza
Red sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, sausage, prosciutto, bacon, and fresh herbs.
Three Cheese Pizza
Red sauce, mozzarella, parmesan and pecorino Romano.
Sonoma Valley Pizza
Pesto, mozzarella cheese, prosciutto, pine nuts, roasted fennel and peppers, and fresh basil best of the west & 4th in the world 2012 world pizza championship.
Pepperoni Pizza
Red sauce & mozzarella cheese covered with pepperoni.
Napa Style Pizza
Brushed with olive oil, topped with mozzarella cheese, sliced pear, gorgonzola, balsamic reduction, & fresh best of the west & 3rd in the world 2009 world pizza championship.
Garden Pizza
Red sauce, mozzarella, roasted fennel & peppers, green onions, crimini mushrooms, oven roasted tomatoes & basil.
Poke Bowl Soup
Ginger sushi rice topped with sesame oil tossed Ahi tuna, seaweed salad, miso edamame beans, tobiko, wasabi, micro greens and, a sweet soy drizzle.
Soup
Please call the restaurant for today's selection.
Soup
Honorable Mentions
Basket Of Fries
Basket Of Fries
O- Rings With BBQ Sauce
O- Rings with BBQ Sauce
Basket Of Lefty's Garlic Rosemary Parmesan Fries
Basket of Lefty's Garlic Rosemary Parmesan Fries
Sweetie Potato Fries With Chipotle Apricot Fires
Sweetie Potato Fries with Chipotle Apricot Fires
Classic Wedge Salad
Iceberg lettuce, with tomato, red onion, gorgonzola cheese, bacon, hard boiled egg and choice of dressing.
Chopped Asian Chicken Salad
Romaine, cabbage, chicken breast, onion, cilantro, mint, carrot, & pickled ginger tossed in tamari, sweet chili dressing with peanuts.
Caesar With Roasted Prosciutto
Romaine, house made caesar dressing, (yes, anchovies are in the dressing) parmesan cheese, roasted prosciutto, and house-made croutons.
Vietnamese Ahi Noodle Salad
Seared wild Ahi tuna, buckwheat noodles, green onion, cilantro, mint, carrots, & sliced jalapeno tossed with a tamari sweet chili dressing. Topped with a sesame-seaweed salad.
Crab & Shrimp Cake Louis
Seared crab & shrimp cake, romaine, Louis dressing, avocado, cucumber, carrot, tomato, hard-boiled egg, and lemon.
From The Garden
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Spicy Thai Chicken Lettuce Wrap
Thai spiced ground chicken, mint, cilantro, carrots, cabbage, peanut sauce, fresh lime, & lettuce leaves. Some assembly required.
Crab & Shrimp Cakes
Pan-seared Dungeness crab, red crab, & sweet white shrimp with preserved lemon & cilantro-chipotle aioli and cucumber-tomato salad.
Trio Of Mini Carnitas Tostadas
Traditional slow roasted pork with salsa, cabbage, pico de gallo, and lime on crispy tortillas.
Baked Polenta Thing
Brick-oven-baked polenta, roasted tomatoes, feta, picholine olives, and pine nuts finished with pesto & balsamic reduction and fresh basil.
The Parmigiano Reggiano Brulee
The ultimate cheese experience torched with sugar served with roasted grapes, sliced pears, and crackers. “it is, what it is”.
Garlic Fries
Hot crispy fries tossed to order with grated Parmesan cheese, fresh ground garlic, parsley, and a pinch of fresh rosemary.
Frito Misto "Fried Calamari"
Calamari, shrimp, fennel, lemon, jalapeno, & red pepper dusted with flour and flash fried. Served with cilantro-chipotle ailoi.
Fried Green Tomato Caprese
Cornmeal crusted green tomatoes with tomato jam, burrata cheese, arugula, and basil oil.
The Lefty's Burger
Bacon & aged white cheddar.
El Paso Burger
Avocado, habanero jack, chipotle aioli Great with chicken breast, too!
Garlic Mushroom Swiss Burger
Sauteed garlic, crimini mushrooms & swiss.
Lefty's Tri-Tip Steak Dip
Slow roasted new york strip steak, sliced thin and seared with sweet onions. Served on a soft bolillo roll with melted aged white cheddar and au jus on the side.
Lefty's Tri-Tip Steak Dip Sandwich
Slow roasted new york strip steak, sliced thin and seared with sweet onions. Served on a soft bolillo roll with melted aged white cheddar and au jus on the side.
Meatloaf Sandwich
House meatloaf seared to order served on a toasted bolillo roll with tomato jam, arugula, and a pile of fries.
Say Cheese Burger
Ask your server for our cheese options.
Chicken Prosciutto-Arugula
Seared natural chicken breast, pesto, prosciutto, arugula, and balsamic syrup on a rustic French Bun.