Sonny D's Bar & Grill Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Sonny D's Bar & Grill, an inviting culinary gem nestled in New Buffalo, MI. This vibrant establishment offers a diverse menu that captures the essence of comfort food with a twist. Start your meal with delightful appetizers like the Chicken Quesadilla or Steamed Mussels, perfect for sharing or savoring solo.
Salads like Connie’s Cobb and the zesty Santa Fe create fresh, bold flavors, while the burger selection stands out with unique options like the Sonny’s Special featuring fresh mozzarella and pesto aioli. Each dish is crafted with quality ingredients and genuine care, as echoed by patrons who rave about the outstanding flavors and hospitable service.
The lively atmosphere enhances the dining experience, making Sonny D's the perfect spot for gathering with friends or family. Experience exceptional food and a welcoming ambiance at this must-visit restaurant!
Appetizers
Chargrilled Oysters
Freshly shucked oysters topped with an herbed butter and cheese, cooked on an open fire
Oysters On The Half Shell
(6 per order)
Shrimp Cocktail
(4 per order)
Clams Casino
Clams Stuffed with our house made bacon breadcrumbs. (dozen little neck clams)
Steamed Mussels
in a zesty tomato broth and served with crostinis
BBQ Chicken Flatbread
Homemade chipotle BBQ sauce, grilled chicken, mozzarella, charred red onion, roasted corn
Margarita Flatbread
Fresh tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, torn basil
Sausage & Giardiniera Flatbread
Tomato sauce, homemade giardiniera, sausage, mozzarella, roasted peppers
Fried Cauliflower
Served with an avocado crema
Ida’s Loaded Potato Cakes
Homemade potato cakes stuffed with green onion, bacon, sour cream topped with cheddar cheese, green onions, bacon, and sour cream
Fried Pickle Chips
Served with a buttermilk ranch
Bavarian Pretzels
Served with Merkt’s cheddar cheese & stone ground mustard sauce
Chicken Quesadilla
Pepperjack and chihuahua cheese, chicken breast, roasted peppers and onions, served with salsa, sour cream, and homemade guacamole
Homemade Jumbo Wings
Your choice of buffalo, chipotle BBQ, or sweet Thai chili sauce, served with ranch
Fried Calamari 2 Ways
Traditional with marinara sauce or tossed in a sweet Thai chili sauce topped with toasted sesame seeds
Classic Caesar Salad
Romaine, parmesan, homemade Croutons and dressing
Connie’s Cobb Salad
Romaine, chicken, bacon, egg, tomato, avocado, bleu cheese, ranch dressing
Santa Fe Salad
Mixed greens, blackened chicken, roasted corn, avocado, charred red onion, tomato, tortilla chips, black beans, chipotle ranch
Roasted Beet Salad
Roasted beets, mixed greens, carrots, candied walnuts, goat cheese, balsamic dressing
Chopped Salad
Romaine, chicken, tomato, cucumber, red onion, bacon, bleu cheese, balsamic dressing, pasta
Nonna’s Meatball Salad
Romaine, tomatoes, carrots, cucumbers, homemade meatballs with lemon vinaigrette
Caprese Salad
Fresh mozzarella and tomato, basil, olive oil, balsamic dressing
Add Chicken
Add Shrimp
Add Salmon
Salads
Burgers
Sonny’s Special
Topped with fresh mozzarella, fire roasted tomato relish, and pesto aioli
Black & Bleu Burger
Blackened Burger topped with caramelized onions and bleu cheese
Cali Burger
Topped with swiss cheese, thick-cut bacon, and homemade guacamole
Jalapeno Burger
Roasted jalapeno, pepper jack cheese, caramelized onions
BBQ Burger
Cheddar cheese, chipotle BBQ sauce, thick-cut bacon, topped with crispy onion strings
Classic Burger
Choice of cheddar, swiss, pepper jack, or mozzarella
Merkt’s Cheddar Burger
Cheddar burger served with homemade giardiniera
Grilled Mushroom Burger
Topped with mushrooms, carmelized onions, swiss cheese
Black Bean Burger
Homemade black bean burger topped with pepperjack cheese, avocado, chipotle aioli
Grilled Shrimp Tacos
3 tacos served on corn tortillas, topped with roasted corn salsa and avocado crema
Grilled Chicken Tacos
3 tacos served on corn tortillas, topped with homemade guacamole, lettuce, and salsa on the side
Grilled Steak Tacos
3 tacos served on corn tortillas, topped with homemade guacamole, lettuce, and salsa on the side
Tacos
Sandwiches
Chicken Pesto
Grilled marinated chicken, pesto aioli, fresh mozzarella, lettuce, tomato, onion on ciabatta
B.L.A.S.T
Bacon, Lettuce, Avocado Spread, Shrimp, Tomato, and mayonnaise on toasted brioche bread
Chicken Giardinera Sandwich
Breaded chicken, homemade giardiniera, mozzarella cheese
Chicken Parmigiana Sandwich
Our famous chicken parm in handheld form with mozzarella and our homemade sauce
Blackened Chicken Sandwich
Bacon, pepper jack, guacamole, lettuce, tomato, onion on toasted ciabatta
Grilled Portobello Sandwich
Marinated portobello mushroom, grilled onion, roasted pepper, fresh mozzarella, balsamic glaze on toasted ciabatta
Chicken Club Sandwich
Grilled chicken, chipotle mayo, lettuce, tomato, onion, bacon, on brioche bread
Pork Tenderloin Sandwich
House breaded pork tenderloin with white onions and pickles
Prime Filet Sandwich
Topped with roasted mushrooms, onions and mozzarella cheese
Famous Chicken Parmigiana
Chicken cutlet breaded with our homemade seasoned bread crumbs, our famous marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, on a bed of pasta
8oz Prime Filet Mignon
With a red wine reduction on a bed of mashed potatoes and spinach
Frutti Di Mare
Mussels, calamari, and shrimp in a spicy tomato sauce served with linguini and crostini
Grilled Salmon
With a lemon butter sauce served with spinach and mashed potatoes
20oz. Boneless Berkshire Pork Chop
24-hour brine, topped with our homemade BBQ glaze, onion strings and mashed potatoes
Cheese Ravioli
In our Marinara sauce
Rigatoni Portobello
In a roasted garlic cream sauce with chicken, portobello mushrooms, and roasted red peppers
Spaghetti & Meatballs
Nona’s famous homemade meatballs
Sausage Franconello
Roasted sausage, garlic, roasted potatoes, peppers, onions, mushrooms, and potatoes
Entrees
Sides
Homemade Mac And Cheese
French Fries
Smoked Elote
Jalapeno peppers finished in our smoker
Kid's Mac And Cheese
Kid's Pizza
Sausage or cheese
Kid's Pasta
Marinara or butter
Kid's Chicken Tenders
Served with fries
Kid's Grilled Cheese
Served with fries
Kid's Menu
Dessert
Cannoli Dip
Franco’s Favorite — a deconstructed cannoli meant to share, homemade cannoli filling with pasta chips to dip
Homemade Carrot Cake
Cream cheese frosting, topped with whipped cream and chocolate syrup
Homemade Brownie Sundae
Topped with vanilla gelato, whipped cream, and strawberry syrup
S’mores Tart
Filled with chocolate ganache, in a graham cracker crust, topped with marshmallows
Mini Apple Gallete
Topped with vanilla gelato and caramel syrup
Homemade Caramel Apple Pudding
with Vanilla Gelato and Caramel Syrup