Dakota Menu
Introducing Dakota, a delightful culinary destination nestled in Rocky Hill, CT. This American steakhouse offers a robust menu featuring signature dishes like the tender Filet Mignon and flavorful New York Strip, alongside a range of mesquite-grilled seafood and chicken options. Vegetarians will also find plenty of choices amidst the wood-fired offerings.
Atmosphere plays a significant role at Dakota, described as cozy and inviting, reminiscent of a log cabin retreat. The restaurant actively caters to families and groups, making it perfect for brunch or dinner, with outdoor seating options enhancing the experience.
Customer reviews praise the impeccably cooked meals and friendly service. Whether indulging in a succulent burger or the abundant salad bar, guests leave satisfied. Dakota stands out for its casual yet refined dining experience, making it a must-visit for steak lovers and culinary adventurers alike.
Starters- Dinner
Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Mesquite-grilled scallops wrapped in applewood smoked bacon, served with Vermont maple mustard dipping sauce
Blue Chips
Housemade potato chips tossed with Gorgonzola cheese, applewood smoked bacon, green onions and horseradish sour cream
Fried Calamari
Crispy fried calamari, cherry peppers, housemade marinara sauce, balsamic drizzle
Dakota Trio
Mesquite-grilled chicken, teriyaki beef, jumbo gulf shrimp, served with chipotle aioli and horseradish cream sauce
Buffalo Wings
Crispy chicken wings, housemade buffalo sauce, celery sticks, carrots and blue cheese dressing
Bison Chili Nachos
Housemade chips, Cabot pepper jack cheese, diced tomato, pickled jalapeno peppers, topped with housemade bison & beef chili
Maryland Style Crab Cake
Lump crab meat, scallion, red onion, celery, panko and old bay seasonings, pan seared and served with ai cucumber salad, chipotle aioli
South Dakota Chili
Western bison, Angus beef, slow cooked beans
Clam Chowder
New England style, served with oyster crackers.
Salad Bar
Our award-winning, farm-fresh salad bar with seasonally grown produce, marinated salads and an assortment of toppings
Soup & Salad Bar
Our farm fresh salad bar and a bowl of soup.
Soups & Salads
Signature Steaks
Filet Mignon
Our most tender and juicy thick cut steak served with housemade béarnaise compound butter 9 oz
Top Sirloin
Aged hand-cut sirloin steak grilled to your liking
Slow-Roasted Prime Rib (While It Lasts )
Seasoned, slow-roasted and served with au jus and horseradish cream sauce
New York Strip
Char-grilled center cut strip steak, rich in flavor 12 oz
Mixed Grill
Delightful combination of mesquite-grilled chicken, jumbo gulf shrimp and our top sirloin
Atlantic Salmon
Mesquite-grilled salmon drizzled with brown sugar soy glaze
Chicken & Shrimp
Seasoned, mesquite-grilled chicken breast paired with garlic and herb marinated jumbo gulf shrimp, served with chipotle aioli
Fresh Rainbow Trout
Mesquite-grilled rainbow trout brushed with lemon butter
Wood-Fired Shrimp
Jumbo gulf shrimp marinated in garlic and herbs, mesquite-grilled, served with chipotle aioli
Barbecued Ribs
Full rack of baby-back ribs, mesquite-grilled & glazed with tangy barbecue sauce
Ribeye
Hand-cut mesquite-grilled boneless Ribeye steak
Wood-Fired Steaks, Seafood & Chicken
Tavern Fare
Mesquite-Grilled Chicken
A pair of boneless chicken breasts, wood-fired and marinated in our special seasoning
Ten Penny Ale Fish and Chips
Fresh Atlantic haddock in our housemade beer batter. Served with hand-cut French Fries and lemon caper tartar sauce.
Lemon Crusted Atlantic Cod
Fresh Atlantic cod topped with lemon herb panko bread crumbs baked Golden brown
Broiled Sea Scallops
Fresh sea scallops broiled to perfection and gently tossed with our scampi butter
Broiled Scallops & Top Sirloin
Fresh sea scallops broiled to perfection, gently tossed with our scampi butter, paired with our top sirloin
Tavern Steak
Aged hand-cut sirloin steak grilled to your liking 8 oz 18.95 Teriyaki Style 19.50
Naked
As a jay bird
All American
American cheese and applewood smoked bacon
Red Rocks
Barbecue sauce, cheddar cheese and applewood smoked bacon
Blues Brothers
Housemade Gorgonzola Boursin cheese, applewood smoked bacon
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Slow cooked pork, barbecue sauce, Cabot pepper jack cheese, served on a toasted brioche roll
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Mesquite grilled chicken breast tossed in house-made bu alo sauce, mesclun greens, tomato and blue cheese dressing served on a toasted Kaiser roll
Burgers & Sandwiches
For the Kids
Jr. Top Sirloin
Cheeseburger
Chicken Fingers
Grilled Cheese
Kraft® Mac & Cheese
Grilled Chicken
Kid's Desserts
Your choice ice cream, ice cream sundae or root beer float
Our Famous Homemade Mud Pie
Signature house dessert since 1963. Coffee ice cream on an Oreo crust, topped with chocolate fudge, mocha cream, and slivered almonds
Maple Crème Brulee
Creamy housemade custard, Vermont maple syrup, with caramelized organic sugar crust
Molten Chocolate Cake
Indulge in moist chocolate cake with a melted chocolate center, served with Ben and Jerry s vanilla ice cream
Brownie Sundae
A rich chocolate brownie smothered in hot fudge and caramel, cooled by two scoops of Ben and Jerry s ice cream
Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream
Two generous scoops of everyone s favorite ice cream!
Lodge-Style New York Cheesecake
Rich New York style cheesecake with a graham cracker crust, topped with strawberries
Apple Crisp
Fresh apples with streusel crumb topping, served warm with Ben & Jerry s vanilla ice cream
