Burly’s California Bistro Menu

Introducing Burly’s California Bistro, a hidden gem in Modesto that redefines the New American dining experience. With a menu that showcases local ingredients, diners can indulge in starters like the Crispy Calamari and Ahi Tuna Poke, bursting with flavor from ginger teriyaki to zesty citrus soy sauce.

Moving to entrées, the Seared Salmon pairs beautifully with mushroom risotto, while meat lovers can savor the juicy Filet Mignon and Whiskey Peppercorn Sirloin. Burly's attention to detail in each dish is praised consistently in customer reviews, highlighting both the accommodating service and the warm ambiance.

With options for private dining and an inviting outdoor space, it’s a perfect spot for gatherings. Burly’s California Bistro offers great food, attentive service, and a welcoming atmosphere—truly a must-visit!

Starters and Salads

House Baked Bread

Garlic rosemary butter.

$4.00

Crispy Calamari

Crispy fried tentacles, ginger teriyaki, cilantro pesto, Sriracha aioli.

$20.00

Lamb Meat Balls

Asian BBQ sauce, tempura vegetables.

$18.00

Ahi Tuna Poke

Marinated tuna, tobiko, avocado, cucumber citrus soy sauce, wasabi aioli, house made chips.

$20.00

Almond Crusted Chicken Skewers

Melted brie, stewart and jasper apricot pepper sauce.

$20.00

California Cheese Board

Chef's choice.

$18.00

Crispy Brussels Sprouts with Diced Bacon

Flash-fried, bacon vinaigrette, Parmesan.

$16.00

Market Inspired Soup

Seasonal soup

$9.00

Burly's Garden Salad

Ratto brother greens, candied almonds, cucumbers, carrots, tomatoes, Parmesan, balsamic vinaigrette. Add chicken and prawns for an additional charge.

$13.00

Chopped Caesar Salad

Chopped romaine hearts, focaccia croutons, fried capers, shaved Parmigiano, white anchovy, Caesar dressing. Add chicken and prawns for an additional charge.

$14.00

Chopped Chicken Salad

Herb chicken, field greens, bacon, avocado, red pickled onion, grape tomato, avocado-ranch.

$21.00

Roasted Beet Salad

gold and red beets, goat cheese, orange relish, candied walnuts, field greens, carrot-ginger vinaigrette.

$18.00

Almond Crusted Chicken Salad

Candied almonds, dried cranberry, peaches, ricotta, champagne vinaigrette, honey.

$24.00

Thai Steak and Noodle Salad

Marinated skirt steak or roasted chicken, mango, avocado, chopped almonds, pancit noodles, peanut dressing.

$26.00

Farm Club Chicken Sandwich

Chicken breast, bacon, lettuce, tomato, avocado, pickled red onions, roasted garlic aioli, brioche bun.

$18.00

Crispy Chicken Sandwich

Chevre, spicy aioli, pickled red onions, spicy greens.

$19.00

Foster Farm Turkey Sandwich

Turkey breast, pepper jack, bacon, avocado, red pickled onions, jalapenos, sweet roll.

$16.00

French Dip

Thinly sliced prime rib, caramelized onions and mushrooms, Fiscalini bandage wrapped cheddar, French roll.

$20.00

Po Boy Sandwich

Corn breaded oyster mushrooms, lettuce, tomato, pickled red onion, remoulade.

$14.00

Dave's Meat Beef Burger

Fiscalini bandage wrapped cheese, peppercorn aioli, lettuce, tomato, pickled red onions, brioche bun. Add smoked bacon for an additional charge.

$18.00

The Sandwiches

Entree's

Herb Chicken Breast

Mashed potatoes, honey glazed carrots, tomato-basil saute, caramelized lemon.

$24.00

Seared Salmon

Mushroom risotto, asparagus, lemon thyme sauce.

$29.00

Cioppino

Mussels, clams, shrimp, fresh fish, spicy seafood tomato broth, crustini.

$29.00

Cheese Ravioli

Creamy marinara walnut fried capers

$26.00

Chicken cavatappi ala vodka

Chicken onions cream mushrooms pepperflakes and garlic

$22.00

Shrimp cavatappi ala vodka

Shrimp onions cream mushrooms pepper flakes and garlic

$30.00

Seared Scallops

Risotto black kale oyster mushrooms beurre rouge

$38.00

Pork chop

$40.00

Filet Mignon

Herb roasted mushrooms, garlic whipped potatoes, black kale, crispy leeks, bordelaise.

$46.00

Whiskey Peppercorn Sirloin

Garlic whipped potatoes, local vegetable, topped with whiskey cream sauce.

$35.00

Bone-In Ribeye Steak

Herb butter, blue cheese potato gratin, Brussel sprouts

$46.00

Prime rib ( only on Thursdays after 5pm )

Served with whipped garlic madh potatoes and seasonal veggies

$42.00

Specialty Cuts

Kids Menu

Mini Corn Dogs

Fried corn dogs, potato fries

$9.00

Kid's Grilled Chicken

Grilled chicken breast, vegetables, mashed potato

$11.00

Kid's Mac & Cheese

Cavatappi pasta, Alfredo sauce, parmesan cheese

$9.00

cheese cake

ricotta cheesecake with walnut crust

$10.00

Pear Molasses Cobbler

Pear cobbler cooked in molasses with a walnut crumble topping and vanilla bean iced cream

$12.00

Chocolate Crumble

Chocolate sour cream cake crumble with chocolate mouse, red wine ganache, almond-fudge espresso iced cream, candied almonds, and chocolate covered espresso beans.

$12.00

Slushy

Blue slush

$12.00

Dessert Menu