Our Menu
GF - Gluten Free
Starters
Fun to share or enjoy a meal.
Cougar Gold Cheese Dip (GF)
$16.00
Creamy Cougar Gold cheese baked until bubbly with caramelized shallots, roasted garlic, and fresh green onions. Served hot in a skillet with toasted baguette slices for dipping.
Colossal Onion Rings
Two $6.00 | Four $11.00 | Seven $14.00 • Hand-battered, sweet colossal onion rings fried to a golden crunch and served with house-made tarter sauce.
Bacon Stuffed Tater Tots
Five $13.00 | Nine $18.00 • Crispy, house-made jumbo tots filled with Daily Farm's smoked bacon and served with a bubbling skillet of baked Cougar Gold cheese dip.
Crispy Mozzarella Sticks
Three $8.00 | Six $15.00 • Thick-cut from whole blocks of imported fresh mozzarella, lightly breaded and fried until perfectly melty inside and crisp outside. Served with house-made marinara.
Nacho Platter
$17.00 | $23.00 • Your choice of seasoned beef or chicken layered over house-cut tortillas with chile queso, a three-cheese blend, fresh tomato, roasted jalapeño, pickled red onion, sour cream, salsa, and house-made guacamole.
Fried Chicken Tender Basket
$17.50
Generous, hand-battered chicken tenders fried golden and served with sea-salted fries and a variety of house-made dipping sauces.
Steak Bites
6oz $17.00 | 12 oz $26.00 • Tender, hand-cut steak bites dusted in seasoned flour and fried to a delicate crunch. Paired with our signature Elkin's pepper steak sauce for an elevated finish.
Sandwiches
Choice of house-made pea salad, endless sea-salted fries, or sweet potato fries for a tad bit more.
Green Apple Monte Cristo
$21.00
Fresh-roasted turkey and carver ham paired with aged Cheddar, Swiss and crisp Granny Smith apple, encased in a light beer batter and fried to a golden, crunchy perfection. Finished with a side of tangy raspberry preserves for a sophisticated balance of flavors.
Pot Roast Swiss Dip
$17.00 | $23.00 • Fork-tender, slow roasted beef with caramelized sweet onion and melted Swiss, piled high on a buttered, crispy artisan roll. Served with your choice of Elkin's signature pepper sauce or rich au jus for dipping.
Turkey Bacon Club Sandwich (GF)
$18.00 | $22.00 • Our Chef slow-roasts whole turkeys to create tender flavorful slices layered with smoked bacon, fresh greens, and ripe tomato. Finished with sundried tomato-pesto aioli and a drizzle of aged balsamic glaze. | Add Fresh Avocado +$2.00
Chicken Caprese (GF)
$21.50
Juicy grilled chicken topped with ripe tomato, fresh basil and creamy mozzarella, finished with sundried tomato-pesto aioli and a bold, thick balsamic reduction.
Pepper Steak Sandwich
Regular $22.00 | Gigantic $29.00 • Tender, thinly sliced steak seared on an iron grill, layered with caramelized sweet onion and sautéed mushrooms. Served on a butter-toasted French roll with roasted garlic aioli. Accompanied by our house-made Elkin's pepper steak sauce for dipping.
Spicy Thai Chicken Wrap
$21.50
Grilled chicken, steamed rice, carrot, cabbage, and sweet peppers tossed in our spicy Thai peanut ginger sauce.
Maui Chicken Burger
$21.50
Grilled teriyaki chicken topped with caramelized pineapple, smoked ham, and Swiss cheese. Finished with a light spread of mayo on a butter-toasted bun.
Burgers
Choice of house-made pea salad, endless sea-salted fries, or sweet potato fries for a tad bit more.| Sub veggie patty for no charge.
America's Best Cheeseburger (GF)
$16.00 | $21.00 • Grilled Angus beef crowned with melted American cheese and a whole caramelized onion slice, layered with fresh greens, ripe tomato, and a touch of rich mayonnaise. All nestled on a toasted artisan bun.
Wild Mushroom Burger
$18.00 | $22.00 • A hearty mix of seasonal mushrooms sautéed until golden, topped with melted Swiss cheese and house-made garlic aioli, then smothered with our bold Elkin's pepper sauce.
Jalapeño Bacon Burger (GF)
$18.00 | $22.00 • Fresh-roasted jalapeño, melted pepper jack cheese, Daily Farm's thick-cut smoked bacon, crisp greens, ripe tomato, Kosher dill pickle, and caramelized onion aioli. Layered on a toasted bun.
Bacon Cheddar Avocado (GF)
$18.00 | $22.00 • Daily Farm's smoked bacon and fresh avocado layered atop melted Cheddar, crisp lettuce, ripe tomato, and pickles, finished with a smear of house-made garlic aioli on a toasted artisan bun.
The John Dillinger
$19.00 | $23.00 • Grilled Angus beef with sharp white cheddar, fried pickles, thick-cut smoked Daily Farm's bacon and dill pickle ranch.
Elk Chop Steak Burger
$26.00
Lean, farm-raised elk chop steak blended with smoked bacon fat, roasted red pepper and onion. Served on a toasted bun with fresh greens, tomato, onion, and our signature Elkin's pepper steak sauce (when available).
Cougar Gold Burger (GF)
$18.00 | $22.00 • Hand-pattied Angus beef topped with Cougar Gold cheese from the Washington State University Creamery in Pullman, fresh greens, pickled red onion, ripe tomato and house-made garlic aioli on a toasted artisan bun.
State of the Onion Burger
$18.00 | $21.00 • Fresh, hand-pattied Angus beef topped with a colossal fried onion ring, melted pepper jack cheese, crisp lettuce, ripe tomato, and house-made caramelized onion aioli on a toasted artisan bun.
Salads
We prepare only fresh, natural whole vegetables and proteins each day to ensure peak flavor and quality in every dish. | Add Grilled Garlic Baguette +$2.50
Classic Caesar Salad (GF)
$10.00 | $16.00 • Crisp romaine tossed with creamy Caesar dressing and aged Parmesan, finished with house-made garlic croutons | Add grilled chicken breast +$7 or Chilled brown sugar smoked salmon +$10
Chophouse Cobb Salad (GF)
$18.00 | $24.00 • Tender grilled chicken, thick-cut smoked Daily Farm's bacon, fresh avocado, diced tomato, crumbled bleu cheese, hard-boiled egg, and thinly sliced red onion layered over crisp romaine, finished with a house-crafted bleu cheese vinaigrette and croutons.
Sante Fe Taco (GF)
$23.00
Choice of seasoned Angus beef or grilled chicken layered over a bed of crisp, freshly shredded lettuce with smoky chipotle ranch. Finished with aged Cheddar, diced tomato, black olives, sour cream, house-made salsa, and fresh guacamole all served in a golden, crispy tortilla boat.
Hot Off the Grill
Premium meats cut fresh every day and grilled to order. Big flavor, scratch made toppings and paired with seasonal vegetables. | Add 6 Panko crusted fried shrimp +$10
Grilled Salmon (GF)
$29.00
Fresh salmon filet grilled and finished with bright citrus butter, served over rice with seasoned vegetables.
Elk Chop Steak Dinner
$28.00
Lean, farm-raised elk steak ground with smoked bacon fat, roasted red pepper and onion, seared for a rich, savory flavor. Served with creamy mashed potatoes and a side of our house-made Elkin's pepper sauce (when available)
New York Pepper Steak
$39.00
Hand-cut and trimmed New York Strip Steak, sautéed with mushrooms and onion, smothered in Elkin's pepper sauce. Topped with our house-made colossal onion ring, served over a bed of creamy mashed potatoes.
Pasta
Every pasta dish is crafted fresh to order, featuring hand-prepared, house-made sauces that highlight bold, authentic flavors. | Add Grilled Garlic Baguette +$2.50
Fettuccine Alfredo
$15.00 | $22.00 • Fresh fettuccine tossed in a rich cream reduction with roasted garlic, Italian cheeses, sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
Epicurean Mac & Cheese
$16.00 | $22.00 • Our award-winning penne pasta baked in a rich three-cheese blend and topped with golden Parmesan bread crumbs. | Add Smoked bacon +$5
Spicy Chicken Fettuccine
$26.00
Seared Cajun-seasoned chicken breast served with a medley of seasonal mushrooms, onion, and garlic, finished with fresh tomato and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Original Baked Spaghetti
$16.00 | $23.00 • A time-honored recipe of pasta baked with a trio of artisan cheeses. Finished with our hand-crafted, house-made basil marinara. Available on our catering menu.
Pizza
Our hand-tossed, crispy artisan pizzas are perfect for sharing or enjoying as a full meal. Ask about our gluten-free crust!
Florentine
$20.50
House-crafted pizza with creamy garlic sauce, sautéed seasonal mushrooms, fresh spinach, and gooey mozzarella on a golden artisan crust. Gluten-Free Cauliflower crust for no extra charge.
Legendary Thai Chicken
$21.50
Grilled chicken layered on a crisp artisan crust with house-made Thai peanut sauce, shredded carrot, fresh bell pepper, toasted peanuts, and scallion greens.
Caprese
$20.50
Crisp artisan crust topped with house-made pesto, fresh tomato & basil, melted mozzarella, and finished with a drizzle of balsamic reduction. Try this one on our crispy cauliflower crust!
Fish & Chips
Add 6 Panko crusted fried shrimp +$10
Arctic Cod & Chips
$19.00 | $24.00 • Crisp, hand-cut Arctic cod, coated in panko breadcrumbs and fried golden. Served with French fries, green apple coleslaw, lemon, and our house-made tarter sauce. Our original tarter sauce recipe has been made in-house since 1978 -- The Onion was the first to serve tartar sauce with froes, starting a long-standing tradition!
Alaskan Halibut & Chips
$25.00 / $33.00 Fresh halibut, hand-cut and coated in panko breadcrumbs, fried golden. Served with green apple coleslaw, fresh lemon wedges, and our house-made tartar sauce.
Soup & Pie
Only natural whole foods prepped fresh daily at The Onion.
Original French Onion Soup
$7.00 | $11.00 • Caramelized onion, deglazed with brandy & sherry, meld into a rich, slow-simmered beef broth. Topped with a toasted baguette and a golden layer of bubbling cheese, this classic soup has been a Spokane favorite since 1978.
Beef Onion Bisque
$10.00 | $14.00 • Tender, slow-roasted beef pot roast and caramelized onion deglazed with brandy and sherry, simmered in a rich beef broth and finished with a touch of heavy cream. Baked with toasted bread and melted cheese for a creamy indulgent bisque.
Rancher's Pie
$21.00
Slow-braised, melt-in-your-mouth pot roast with peas, carrot, onion, and mushrooms in a rich brown gravy. Topped with a buttery mashed potato crust and oven-roasted until golden.
Farmer's Pie
$20.00
Fresh roasted turkey breast pie with peas, carrot, onion and celery in a rich turkey gravy. Topped with buttery mashed potatoes and oven-baked until golden.
Dessert
Cheesecake
$9.00
House baked cheesecake! Original Onion recipe for the last 46 years! Creamy and perfect! Don't forget to ask for huckleberries! Yes, we do those fresh too!
Mega Sundae
$17.00
Spokane's best birthday dessert! Share with your entire family! Hot fudge, house made confetti cake, sprinkles, whipped cream, a lollipop and cotton candy!
Jan’s Burnt Cream
$9.00
You know Jan, and if you do, you know this is the best burnt cream in Spokane!
Huckleberry Pound Cake
$9.00
We get over 300 pounds of fresh huckleberries every year to make sure we have the best huckleberry desserts and drinks! Pacific Northwest huckleberries only!
Messy-Faced Dessert
$12.00
Hand-scooped vanilla ice cream, fresh baked chocolate chip cookie, hot fudge and all the goodies. Perfect for sharing!
Root Beer Float
$8.00
Diamond Knot Brewing draft root beer and hand-scooped vanilla ice cream.
Sweet Treats
New York Cheesecake
$9.00
Made in house! Ask your server about seasonal toppings.
Mega Sundae
$17.00/Family Size
Massive world-famous giant hot fudge sundae with house-made confetti cake, cotton candy and a lollipop | Free on your birthday
Jan's Burnt Cream (GF)
$9.00
Spokane's "first lady" of restaurants' delicious family recipe.
Huckleberry Pound Cake
$9.00
Let us climb up the mountain to gather these for you! We'll even toss them on our favorite pound cake and top them with ice cream and whipped cream!
Messy - Faced Dessert
$12.00
Hand-scooped vanilla ice cream, fresh baked chocolate chip cookie, hot fudge and all the
goodies.
goodies.
Root Beer Float
$8.00
Craft “on tap” rootbeer and hand scooped vanilla ice cream.
Dessert Cocktails
Boozie Float
$12.00
Draft stout and vanilla ice cream.
Chocolate Martini
$11.00
Vodka, dark crème de cocoa.
Brandy Alexander
$10.00
Brandy, dark cream de cocoa, heavy cream
Drunk Monkey
$14.00
Boozey banana milkshake made with dirty monkey banana and peanut butter whiskey
The Onion Catering & Buffet Menu
Take-Out or Private Party in our Private Dining Room | Three-day advance on orders | Minimum 20 Guests for Catering
Pasta Buffet
$17.00/per person
House made fettuccini alfredo with grilled chicken breast and The Onion's original baked spaghetti, Caesar salad and garlic bread.
Hand -Pattied Burger Bar
$18.00/per person
Hand-pressed burger patties, bacon strips, assorted cheeses, lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickle, brioche buns, and French fries. (Extra hand-pressed patties $4 each)
Southwest Taco Bar
$19.00/per person
Seasoned taco beef, fajita chicken and peppers, Spanish rice, refried beans, shredded lettuce, tomato, onion, sour cream, shredded cheddar, and salsa. Served with tortilla chips, flour tortillas, and crunchy corn taco shells.
Fresh Fruit Tray
$120.00
Hand-picked for freshness and flavor! Melons, berries and seasonal fruits arranged beautifully just for your event! Serves 20.
Vegetable Tray
$95.00
Fresh vegetables hand cut and arranged on a tray especially for your party. Served with house-made ranch dressing. Serves 20.
Meat & Cheese Tray
$330.00
Fresh Deli Meats and house-sliced cheeses. Served with tomatoes, lettuce and onions, and whole egg mayo. Enough for 20.
7-Layer Dip & House Fried Corn Chips
$235.00
Traditional 7-Layer Dip made fresh for you in house. House-made guacamole and salsa are what make this a favorite! Enough for 20 people.
Home-Made Cookies
$65.00
A platter full of warm cookies to satisfy that sweet tooth! 20 Cookies.