Rivets American Grill – American
Rivets American Grill hums with the high-spirited energy of a classic neighborhood hangout, where the golden glow of comfort food and the lively clatter of shared plates create an instantly inviting atmosphere. Heaping buckets of crispy fries and steaming clams anchor a menu designed for indulgence, featuring everything from the zesty heat of southwest nachos to the satisfying, salty crunch of house-made chips and tangy fried pickles. It is a place where the savory aroma of sizzling wings and hearty, simmering soups fills the air, inviting friends to linger over bold flavors and the simple joy of elevated American pub fare.
2307 Oakdale Road, Modesto CA 95355 https://rivetsamericangrill.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Rivets American Grill
Dairy-Free at Rivets American Grill
Rivets American Grill in Modesto has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Housemade Chips, Bucket of Fries or Tots and Garden Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Rivets American Grill
Rivets American Grill in Modesto has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Wings and Sidewinder Wedges. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Rivets American Grill
Rivets American Grill in Modesto has 20 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Housemade Chips, Apple Walnut Salad and Fried Calamari Strips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Rivets American Grill
Rivets American Grill in Modesto has 5 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including The Killer 80/20 Burger, West Coast Chicken Sandwich and Smoked Meatloaf Sandwich. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Rivets American Grill
Rivets American Grill in Modesto has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Wings and Fried Zucchini Sticks. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Rivets American Grill
Rivets American Grill in Modesto has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Wings and Fried Zucchini Sticks. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Rivets American Grill
Rivets American Grill in Modesto has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Garden Salad and Chicken Wings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Rivets American Grill
Rivets American Grill in Modesto has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Housemade Chips, Bucket of Fries or Tots and Garden Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Rivets American Grill
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Smoked Meatloaf Sandwich | 50 g | 76.2 g |
| West Coast Chicken Sandwich | 28.3 g | 75.4 g |
| Santa Fe Chicken Sandwich | 66.3 g | 67.9 g |
| Chicken Wings | 1.4 g | 57.1 g |
| Turkey Wrap | 52.1 g | 42.9 g |
| Mandarin Chicken Salad | 28.2 g | 41 g |
| Short Rib Dinner | 3.7 g | 40 g |
| The Rivets Burger | 31.7 g | 33.3 g |
| Patty Melt | 95.4 g | 30.6 g |
| Pesto Chicken Sandwich | 45.1 g | 30.1 g |
| Southwestern Bacon Cheeseburger | 45.2 g | 29.4 g |
| Southwest Nachos | 58.3 g | 28.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
What diners are saying
Guests celebrate the flavorful main courses and the kitchen's evident pride in their craft, frequently praising the tasty and well-prepared dishes. Reviewers highlight the cozy and pleasant atmosphere as a perfect backdrop for a meal, noting that the polite and timely service consistently enhances the overall dining experience.
Menu
Soups and Shares
- Fried Pickle Chips - $15.5: Deep-fried beer-battered and served with ranch dipping sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Housemade Chips - $10.75: Potato chips, served with French onion dip. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wings - $19.95: Drums and flats tossed in your choice of sauce. Served with your choice of dipping sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari Strips - $17.25: Served with chipotle mayo. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southwest Nachos - $19.95: Grilled chicken, pico de gallo, tomatoes, jalapeños, sour cream, and smothered in nacho cheese. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bucket of Fries or Tots - $11.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Rings - $14.75: Battered and breaded, served with ranch dressing. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guilty Fries - $22: Nacho cheese, housemade chili beans, pulled pork, diced tomatoes, crispy bacon, green onion and jalapeños layered on top of French fries. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bucket of Clams - $25.25: 1 lb of steamed clams served in a garlic white wine sauce with a toasted garlic baguette. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Today's Soup - $7.75: Bowl served with 4 slices of garlic bread or Cup served with crackers. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup & Salad Combo - $21: Soup and side salad with your choice of dressing. Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Clucks & Fries - $19.75: Chicken strips and fries served with ranch dressing. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mini Corn Dogs - $15.95: Basket of mini chicken corn dogs. Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Rivet's Sampler - $21: Fried Zucchini Sticks, Fried Pickles, Onion Rings, Chicken Wings served with ranch dressing dipping sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sidewinder Wedges - $14.75: Basket of spiral cut and seasoned potato wedges. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Zucchini Sticks - $16.5: Served with your choice of ranch or spicy ranch. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Chicken Caesar Salad - $21.25: Romaine lettuce tossed with housemade Caesar dressing, grilled chicken, herb croutons, and Parmesan cheese. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Apple Walnut Salad - $21.25: Mixed greens, bleu cheese crumbles, dried cranberries and candied walnuts, tossed with balsamic vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Salad - $22.25: Mixed greens, crispy buffalo chicken, bacon, tomatoes, and shredded Cheddar cheese, tossed with ranch dressing. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mandarin Chicken Salad - $22.25: Lettuce tossed with crispy wontons, crispy chicken tenders and Mandarin oranges tossed in a toasted sesame dressing and topped with diced green onions. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cobb Salad - $23.25: Mixed greens, grilled chicken, bacon, bleu cheese crumbles, Cheddar cheese, egg, tomatoes, and your choice of dressing. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garden Salad - $12.75: Served with your choice of dressing. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- New Mexico Taco Salad - $22.25: Chicken, beef, or pulled pork with mixed greens, pinto beans, Cheddar cheese, sour cream, jalapeño and pico de gallo served in a crisp tortilla bowl. Available at: dinner, lunch
Wraps
- Turkey Wrap - $21.25: Turkey breast, Swiss cheese, mayo, lettuce and tomato, wrapped in a tortilla. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Wrap - $22.25: Crispy or grilled chicken tossed in buffalo sauce with lettuce, tomato, onion, Cheddar cheese and ranch sauce, wrapped in a tortilla. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwich Shop
- Drunken Turkey Sandwich - $22.25: Thinly sliced turkey breast, Jack cheese, caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, bacon and a side of au jus. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Dip Sandwich - $21.25: Traditional French dip sandwich. Tri-tip served with a side of au jus. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Sandwich - $21.25: Thinly sliced turkey breast, Swiss cheese, mayo, lettuce, tomato and onion. Served hot or cold. Available at: dinner, lunch
- West Coast Chicken Sandwich - $22.25: Grilled chicken breast, bacon, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, and mayo, served on a grilled bun. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Cranberry Sandwich - $22.25: Smoked turkey, cream cheese, cranberry sauce, pepper Jack cheese, lettuce, tomato and onion. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sticky Icky Sandwich - $22.25: Thick cut spicy candied tri-tip, lettuce, tomatoes, onion, dill pickles, fried pickles, habanero sauce and a black pepper aioli served on a grilled sweet roll. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Chicken Sandwich - $22.25: Sautéed wild mushrooms, grilled chicken breast, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, and black pepper aioli on grilled sourdough. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- American Rueben Sandwich - $22.25: Pastrami, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and 1000 island dressing served on rye bread. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Santa Fe Chicken Sandwich - $22.25: Chicken breast, bacon, pepper Jack cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, and chipotle mayo. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Philly Steak Sandwich - $22.25: Marinated steak strips, grilled onion, bell peppers, jalapeño and pepper Jack cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich - $20.25: BBQ pulled pork, Cheddar cheese, served on your choice of bread. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pesto Chicken Sandwich - $22.25: Grilled chicken topped with melted Jack cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion and house made pesto. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Brisket Sandwich - $22.25: Slow smoked brisket, bomb sauce, mayo, lettuce, tomato and onion. Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Tri-Tip Sandwich - $22.25: Thinly sliced tri-tip smothered in BBQ sauce and melted Cheddar cheese, topped with coleslaw and served on a toasted soft roll. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Meatloaf Sandwich - $21.25: Smoked meatloaf, grilled onion, mushrooms, pepper Jack, mayo, lettuce and tomato served on grilled sliced sourdough bread. Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Pastrami - $22.25: Pastrami, Swiss cheese, mayo, lettuce, tomato, and onion. Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers
- Classic Cheeseburger - $21.25: Cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion and our traditional burger sauce. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southwestern Bacon Cheeseburger - $22.25: Bacon, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, onion rings, and BBQ sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Killer 80/20 Burger - $23.25: A patty made of 80% ground beef and 20% bacon. Topped, grilled onion, sautéed mushrooms, mayo, lettuce, tomato, and onion with feta cheese served on a grilled sourdough bun. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- So Cal Bunless Burger - $22.25: Grilled chicken or 1/3 lb beef patty topped with melted Cheddar, tomato, onion, avocado and chipotle mayo wrapped in lettuce. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Peanut Butter and Jealous Burger - $21.98: Burger patty topped with crunchy peanut butter, bacon, pepper Jack cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onion on a grilled bun spread with spicy jalapeño pepper jelly. Available at: dinner, lunch
- 50/50 Chorizo Burger - $22.25: Angus beef blended with dry-aged chorizo, topped with melted pepper Jack cheese, cilantro aioli, lettuce, onion, tomato and fried jalapeño chips. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fort Knox Burger - $22.25: Battered and golden fried brick of Cheddar cheese, 1/3 burger patty, burger sauce, lettuce, tomato, and onion. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Memphis Burger - $22.25: Slow cooked pulled pork mixed with BBQ sauce and smothered in Cheddar cheese. Served on a hand formed burger patty then topped with slaw, lettuce, tomato, and onion. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pastrami Burger - $23.25: Thinly sliced pastrami on top of a burger patty, covered in Swiss cheese with 1000 island dressing, lettuce, tomato, and onion. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Patty Melt - $21.25: Grilled onion, Swiss cheese grilled on light Jewish rye bread. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Rivets Burger - $23.25: Cheddar cheese, smoked bacon, fried farm egg, lettuce, tomato, onion, and hollandaise sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Style Burger - $22.25: Beef or chicken patty, bacon, bleu cheese crumbles, buffalo sauce, lettuce, tomato, onion, and ranch sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sound the Alarm Burger - $22.25: Pepper Jack cheese, grilled jalapeños, habanero sauce, lettuce, tomato, and onion. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Burger - $22.25: Cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion and mayo. Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Veggie Burger - $22.25: Black bean burger patty, with lettuce, tomato, and onion. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Pickle Burger - $22.25: Angus beef, melted Swiss cheese, fried pickle chips, lettuce, tomato, fried onion strings and house-made burger sauce. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fancy Burger - $23.25: Bleu cheese crumbles atop a 50% ground beef 50% ground filet mignon steak patty, topped our house cured bacon, lettuce, tomato, pickles, black pepper aioli and crispy onion strings. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguica Burger - $22.25: 1/3 lb patty topped with a butterflied linguisa, mayo, mustard, pepper Jack cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onion. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Epic Cheesey Burger - $22.25: 1/3 lb burger served on fried cheese sourdough rounds with burger sauce, lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
The Meats
- Ma.... The Meatloaf!! - $26.25: Meatloaf patty on top of creamy mashed potatoes, covered with brown beef gravy and served with steamed vegetables. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish & Chips - $24.25: Tempura battered, served over a basket of fries and served with our tartar sauce and chipotle mayo. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Dinner - $33.25: Salmon fillet served with cilantro lime rice and mixed vegetables. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Short Rib Dinner - $30.25: 1/2 lb of short ribs served with mashed potatoes and gravy and broccoli. Drizzled with a bourbon mushroom glaze. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bourbon Baby Backs - $34.25: Hand rubbed and slow cooked pork ribs, smothered in a spicy sweet bourbon BBQ sauce served with coleslaw and sweet corn. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Short Rib Tacos - $25.25: A three pack of short rib tacos served with cilantro cream sauce, slaw, and honey sriracha sauce. Served with chips and salsa. Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta Dishes
- Bay Side Pasta - $26.99: Rigatoni Pasta And Bay Shrimp, Sun-dried Tomatoes Mixed in a Pesto Cream Sauce, Topped with Parmesan Cheese, Basil and Tomatoes. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Veracruz - $29.25: Rigatoni Pasta, Bell Pepper, Broccoli, Zucchini and Spinach in a Veracruz sauce and topped with Feta Cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rigatoni Ragu - $24.99: Rigatoni Pasta Tossed in a House-made Roasted Tomato Marinara, Lean Ground Beef Topped with Melted Monterey Jack Cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Madison Ave - $30.25: Penne pasta and sautéed chicken, with fresh vegetables, tossed in a spicy white wine Parmesan sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Clam Linguini - $26.99: A full 1 lb of steamed clams over linguini pasta in a spicy white wine garlic sauce. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jack Daniels Whiskey Chicken Pasta - $30.25: Spicy black pepper chicken sautéed with Jack Daniels Whiskey and mushroom cream sauce. Served over fettuccine. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cajun Shrimp Penne - $31.25: Prawns, broccoli and penne pasta tossed in a creamy Cajun sauce. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmesan - $30.25: Hand breaded chicken topped with a marinara and melted mozzarella, served over linguini. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fettuccini Alfredo - $23.25: Fettuccini tossed our house-made alfredo sauce and topped with Parmesan cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Ravioli - $39.25: Three cheese ravioli tossed in a creamy tomato basil vodka sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Short Rib Pasta - $31.25: Penne pasta, slow-cooked short ribs and button mushrooms in a demi-glaze cream sauce. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Dessert Menu
- Deep Fried Cheesecake/Strawberry - $11.25: Topped with Strawberries and whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Deep Fried Cheesecake/Chocolate - $11.25: Topped with Chocolate and whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- All American Sundae - $11.25: Vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce, candied walnuts, and whipped cream topped with a cherry. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Molten Lava Cake - $11.25: Chocolate lava cake served with vanilla ice cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Brownie a La Mode - $11.25: House-made brownie served warm with vanilla ice cream. Topped with chocolate sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Vanilla Milkshake - $9.75
- Chocolate Milkshake - $9.75
- Strawberry Milkshake - $9.75
Frequently Asked Questions about Rivets American Grill
- Is Rivets American Grill dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Rivets American Grill has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Housemade Chips, Bucket of Fries or Tots and Garden Salad.
- What can I eat at Rivets American Grill on a dairy-free diet?
- Housemade Chips, Bucket of Fries or Tots and Garden Salad carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Rivets American Grill have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Housemade Chips and Bucket of Fries or Tots.
- Is Rivets American Grill gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Rivets American Grill?
- Smoked Meatloaf Sandwich, at roughly 76.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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