Nicky's on the Bay Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Nicky's on the Bay, where culinary magic meets stunning waterfront views. Nestled in Bay Shore, NY, this vibrant eatery offers a menu bursting with fresh flavors and locally sourced ingredients.
Start your culinary journey with indulgent appetizers like the Grilled Portuguese Octopus or House Made Corn & Crab Chowder, each dish crafted to tantalize your taste buds. The raw bar showcases the finest seafood, featuring Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail and East Coast Oysters—perfect for seafood enthusiasts.
For mains, savor the tender Braised Short Rib and Parmesan Halibut, both praised for their melt-in-your-mouth textures. Don’t miss the renowned Lobster Roll, served warm with butter poached perfection.
With a picturesque setting and attentive service, Nicky's isn't just a meal; it’s an experience you won't soon forget. Come, taste, and make memories by the bay!
Starters
HOUSE MADE CORN & CRAB CHOWDER
espellete, chive creme
JUMBO BBQ SRIRACHA WINGS
blue cheese, carrot, celery
NICKY'S FRIED CALAMARI
marinara, lemon aioli
MEDITERRANEAN PLATTER
red pepper hummus, baba ganoush, spiced feta spread, marinated olive, pita chips
MUSSEL POT DU JOUR
see your server
GRILLED PORTUGUESE OCTOPUS
romesco puree, smashed fingerling, dill-lime vinaigrette, red onion jam, chorizo bits
CLASSIC CHOPPED CAESAR
sourdough crouton, locatelli dust
WATERMELON & HEIRLOOM TOMATO
pistachio, ricotta salata, cabernet drizzle, acacia honey yogurt
LOCAL BABY FIELD GREENS
watermelon radish, grape tomato, cucumber, roast shallot vinaigrette
CHOP CHOP
garbanzo bean, chicory, arugula, sopressata, oil cured olive, roast pepper, feta, marinated white anchovy
Salads/Add chicken 7/Add steak 12/Add shrimp 15
Raw Bar
JUMBO SHRIMP COCKTAIL
COLOSSAL CRABMEAT COCKTAIL
LITTLENECK CLAMS HALF DZ 10/DZ 16
EAST COAST OYSTERS
WEST COAST OYSTERS MP
TUNA NICOISE
grilled bluefin tuna, fingerling, haricot vert, roast pepper, tomato, olive, baby field green, marinated anchovy, basil vinaigrette
JUMBO SEA SCALLOPS
applewood bacon, roasted corn, fennel soubise, oven dried tomato
WILD STRIPED BASS
green bean almondine, confit potato, crisp artichoke, brown butter
CANADIAN GRILLED SALMON
coconut rice, mango & pineapple salsa
BUCATINI FILETTO DI POMODORO COMING SOON
prosciutto di parma, garlic, basil, san marzano tomato, EVOO
LINGUINE & WHITE CLAM SAUCE COMING SOON
little neck clam, calabrian chili, zucchini, basil, garlic
LOBSTER ROLL
cold: tomato & pickle relish, handcut fries warm: butter poached, lemon aioli, handcut fries
FREE RANGE CHICKEN PAILLARD
wild chicory & arugula, roast tomato, red onion, shaved pecorino, au jus, chardonnay vinaigrette
SOUTH SHORE BURGER
8oz prime allen brothers blend, applewood bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, american cheese, griddled brioche, handcut fries
STEAK FRITES
12oz new york strip, handcut fries, trio of dipping sauces: chimichurri, au poivre, horseradish creme
FISH & CHIPS
cod, handcut fries, tartar sauce