Rick's Eastside Pub – American
This spirited neighborhood haunt hums with a convivial energy, drawing locals in with the comforting scent of golden-fried appetizers and the promise of a cold pint. The kitchen excels at elevated pub fare, serving up everything from melty mozzarella wraps and zesty fried pickles to sizzling shrimp skewers designed for sharing across a crowded table. With its laid-back atmosphere and a menu of savory, bite-sized treasures like stuffed mushrooms and warm Bavarian pretzels, it remains the ultimate destination for a relaxed evening of good company and satisfying snacks.
East Milwaukee Street +12624739879 https://www.rickspubandgrill.comRating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, pescatarian, low-sodium, heart-healthy, whole30, paleo, plant-based, dash-sodium-reduced, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, high-fiber, gerd, renal, alkaline, aip, tlc, zone, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests celebrate the inviting atmosphere and memorable dining experience, frequently praising the welcoming and knowledgeable service that enhances every visit. Diners rave about the expertly seasoned dishes and perfectly sized portions, noting that the balanced flavors and attentive care make for a thoroughly satisfying meal.
Menu
Appetizers
- Mozzarella Wraps - $10: Mozzarella cheese wrapped in a delicate wonton then lightly battered. Served with marinara sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Shrimp Skewers - $12: Two skewers of grilled shrimp over crispy onion straws, served with boom boom sauce. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bavarian Pretzel Sticks - $10: Soft warm bavarian pretzel sticks served with honey mustard and queso cheese sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broccoli & Cheddar Bites - $9: Tender broccoli and creamy cheddar cheese dipped in a light breading and fried. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Pickle Chips - $9: Panko breaded pickle chips served with your choice of dipping sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadillas - $8: Special blend of cheeses on a grilled flour tortilla. Served with a side of salsa and sour cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Mushroom Bites - $10: Sauteed mushrooms with risotto covered in japanese style bread crumbs, deep fried with choice of dressing. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Curds - $10: Wisconsin white cheddar cheese curds lightly dusted and fried. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Rings - $8: Battered rings fried to a golden brown. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mini Tacos - $10: Bite size tacos deep fried and served with salsa and sour cream. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jalapeno Popper Bites - $10: Chopped jalapenos with cheddar cheese lightly breaded with crunchy potato breading. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Wings & Things
- Pub Wings (6 pc) - $13: Traditional unbreaded wings tossed in your favorite sauce and served with ranch or blue cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pub Wings (8 pc) - $15: Traditional unbreaded wings tossed in your favorite sauce and served with ranch or blue cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pub Wings (12 pc) - $18: Traditional unbreaded wings tossed in your favorite sauce and served with ranch or blue cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wings (6 pc) - $12: Traditional breaded wings. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tender Basket - $14: All natural breast tenderloins served with fries or chips, pickle spear & choice of dipping sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Boneless Wings - $11: Breaded boneless chicken pieces served plain or tossed in your favorite sauce with a side of ranch or blue cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Basket - $12: 1/2 lb. lightly breaded shrimp served with fries and cocktail sauce. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beer Battered Shrimp - $15: Tailless shrimp battered in Red Hook Ale. Served with fries and cocktail sauce. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Pub Burgers
- Smokehouse Burger - $14: Burger patty with cheddar cheese, smoked bacon and crispy onion straws. Choice of sweet BBQ or bourbon glaze. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brick Burger - $14: Burger patty with brick cheese spread, bacon and onion straws. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chipotle Cheeseburger - $12: Burger patty with cheddar cheese, jalapenos, lettuce, tomato, red onion and chipotle mayo. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- PB & Jam Burger - $14: Burger patty with creamy peanut butter and bacon jam. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom & Swiss Burger - $14: Burger patty with garden fresh mushrooms and swiss cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheeseburger - $10: Burger patty with choice of american, swiss, cheddar, pepper jack, havarti or provolone. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Mac Attack - $14: Burger patty topped with cheddar cheese, smoked bacon and creamy mac and cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Burger - $12: Meatless vegan patty served with lettuce, tomato and onion. Available at: dinner, lunch
Pub Sandwiches
- Philly Cheesesteak - $14: Thinly sliced ribeye steak, mozzarella cheese, peppers and onions on a toasted hoagie. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shaved Prime Rib - $16: Thin sliced roasted prime rib on a hoagie roll topped with sautéed onions and provolone cheese. Served with au-jus. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Sourdough Melt - $14: Roasted turkey breast, garlic aioli, Wisconsin cheddar cheese, smoked bacon on grilled sourdough bread. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Ham & Havarti - $13: Smoked ham with melted havarti cheese served on a pretzel roll with a side of bistro sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cuban Sandwich - $15: Pulled Pork, smoked ham, swiss cheese, sliced pickles and mustard sauce on a toasted ciabatta roll. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- BLT - $12: Smoked bacon, green leaf lettuce and tomatoes on choice of toast with mayo. Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Reuben - $13: Fresh seasoned corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, swiss cheese and 1000 Island dressing on grilled marble rye. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Chop Sandwich - $13: Grilled pork chop, lettuce, tomato and side of BBQ sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Cordon Bleu - $16: Fried chicken breast, ham and swiss cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- California Chicken Sandwich - $12: Grilled or crispy chicken breast with lettuce, tomato & mayo. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ultimate Chicken Grill - $13: Grilled chicken breast topped with Wisconsin swiss cheese, sautéed mushrooms and smoked bacon on a soft ciabatta roll. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich - $12: Crispy southern style chicken breast drizzled with Nashville hot sauce, shredded lettuce, pickles and mayo. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads & Wraps
- Santa Fe Chicken Salad - $14: Mixed greens, grilled chicken breast, red onion, roasted corn, black bean and red pepper mix, cheddar cheese, crispy tortilla strips and chipotle ranch dressing. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cranberry Bacon Bleu Salad - $14: Mixed greens, grilled chicken breast, chopped bacon, crumpled bleu cheese, tomato, dried cranberries and bleu cheese dressing. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Shrimp Salad - $16: Grilled shrimp, tomato, cucumber, red onion and grilled corn. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad - $6: Mixed greens with tomato, cucumber, red onion shredded cheddar, croutons and choice of dressing. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmesan Wrap - $10: Grilled chicken breast, lettuce, tomato and parmesan peppercorn dressing in a tortilla wrap. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Boom Boom Shrimp Wrap - $12: Crispy shrimp tenders, lettuce, tomato and boom boom sauce. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southwest Chicken Wrap - $11: Grilled chicken breast, shredded lettuce, red onion, roasted corn, black bean and pepper mix, guacamole and chipotle mayo. Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Friday Fish Fry
- Fried Cod (2 piece) - $16: Hand breaded and fried. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Cod (3 piece) - $20: Hand breaded and fried. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Cod - $16: Served with drawn butter. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lake Perch (4 piece) - $18: Delicate fresh water fillets fried to perfection. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lake Perch (6 piece) - $25: Delicate fresh water fillets fried to perfection. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Walleye (2 piece) - $20: A traditional Wisconsin favorite. Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Walleye (3 piece) - $26: A traditional Wisconsin favorite. Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blue Gills - $22: Sweet, succulent fillets lightly breaded and fried. (When Available) Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Catfish (1 piece) - $12: When Available Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Catfish (2 piece) - $17: When Available Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Butterfly Shrimp - $18: Large fantail shrimp served with cocktail sauce. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Combo Platter - $26: 1 piece cod (fried or baked), 3 piece lake perch and 2 butterfly shrimp. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cod Sandwich - $12: Hand breaded cod fillet with lettuce and tartar on a bun. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup & Sides
- Soup of the Day (Cup) - $5 Dietary tags: Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day (Bowl) - $7 Dietary tags: Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili (Cup) - $6: In Season Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili (Bowl) - $8: In Season Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries (Basket) - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tater Tots (Basket) - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Potato Fries (Basket) - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seasoned Fries (Basket) - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pub Chips (Basket) - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac & Cheese - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Salad - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coleslaw - $2 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Pasta Salad - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cottage Cheese - $2 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Beverages
- Central Waters Black Gold Imperial Stout: On Tap Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Angry Orchard: On Tap
- Blue Moon: On Tap
- Michelob Ultra: On Tap
- Stella Artois: On Tap
- Leinenkugel's White Mocha Stout: On Tap Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Duesterbeck's Roosterbeck Amber Ale: On Tap Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Spotted Cow: On Tap
- Lakefront IPA: On Tap Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Bud Light: On Tap
- Miller High Life: On Tap
- Miller Lite: On Tap
Frequently Asked Questions about Rick's Eastside Pub
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- The menu features gluten-free Cranberry Bacon Bleu Salad, atkins-friendly Pub Wings, and various high-protein options, though specific vegan and keto dishes are not listed.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The extensive menu features diverse pub fare including wings, skewers, and burgers, with options catering to over 25 dietary preferences.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking a budget-friendly, casual neighborhood pub with high-protein options, live energy, and highly-rated American comfort food would enjoy this restaurant.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Rick's Eastside Pub has an overall average rating of 5.0/5.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers praise the inviting atmosphere, welcoming service, expertly seasoned dishes, and perfectly sized portions that ensure a satisfying dining experience.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Yes, this restaurant accommodates mixed dietary needs with options for keto, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, and high-protein diets across various pub favorites.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided restaurant data for Rick's Eastside Pub does not include information regarding its specific hours of operation.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- This budget-friendly ($) restaurant offers excellent value, with guests praising the perfectly sized portions and expertly seasoned dishes.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Rick's Eastside Pub is a budget-friendly ($) American restaurant offering an affordable dining experience for its guests.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Rick's Eastside Pub is a spirited, laid-back neighborhood haunt featuring a convivial energy, welcoming service, and a casual American atmosphere.
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