The Driftwood Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to The Driftwood, a hidden gem located at 118 N Spruce St, Ogallala, NE. This lively eatery is celebrated for its inviting atmosphere and an impressive menu that caters to both foodies and families alike.
- Highlights: From savory Alaskan cod fish and chips to spicy cheese curds, each dish is crafted with care, ensuring bold flavors and fresh ingredients.
- Beverages: Enjoy a curated selection of local Nebraska craft beers, perfect for pairing with your meal.
- Ambiance: The driftwood-themed decor is complemented by live music, creating a vibrant and enjoyable dining experience.
Customer reviews echo the consistent quality and captivating service, noting standout dishes like the Korean BBQ rib tips and jalapeno honey chicken sandwich. The Driftwood is not just about food; it's about community, and it promises to keep you coming back for more.
Appetizers
Boneless Or Bone-In Wings
Tossed in your choice of sauce: hot, mild, bbq, stingin' honey garlic, garlic parmesan, sweet chili or 50/50. Served with celery and your choice of ranch or blue cheese
Bavarian Pretzel Bites
Served with queso or honey mustard for dipping
Fried Brussel Sprouts
Tossed with a hoisin glaze and sprinkled with roasted red peppers
Fried Pickle Stackers
Hand breaded, served with house ranch
High Heat Cheese Curds
Spicy cheese curds with a kick. Served with house ranch
Spinach Artichoke Dip
Spinach and artichoke hearts in a creamy garlic parmesan sauce. Served with tortilla chips.
Loaded Nacho Dip
Queso, Southwest Seasoned Beef, Diced Tomatoes, Red Onion, Fresh Jalapenos, topped with Sour Cream & Fresh Guacamole. Served with tortilla chips.
Don Juan's Mexican Street Corn
Fire roasted mexican street corn dip with homemade tortilla chips. GF
Aloha Shrimp
Breaded coconut shrimp with a sweet chili dipping sauce.
Chicken Caesar Salad
Romaine lettuce, grilled chicken, parmesan, croutons and caesar dressing
Grilled Steak Salad
Mixed greens, topped with crumbled bleu cheese, applewood smoked bacon, cherry tomatoes, red onion and locally sourced grilled sirloin. Served with your choice of dressing.
Chicken Bacon Ranch Salad
Mixed greens with grilled chicken, applewood bacon, tomatoes, red onions, and shredded cheese. Served with House Ranch.
Dressings
House ranch, blue cheese, creamy italian, dorothy lynch, balsamic vinaigrette, honey mustard, or thousand island
Salads
Handhelds
Chicken Tender Basket
Crispy golden breaded chicken tenderloins served on a basket of fries with choice of dipping sauce.
Prime Rib Dip
Shaved prime rib and and swiss-american cheese on a hoagie bun. Served with au jus. Creamy horseradish sauce upon request,
Philly Cheesesteak
Shaved prime rib, sauteed bell peppers, onions, and swiss-american cheese on a hoagie bun.
Double the Bacon BLT
Smoked bacon, roasted garlic aioli, lettuce, crisp tomatoes, stacked high on toasted sourdough.
Reuben
House recipe corned beef, sauerkraut, Thousand Island dressing and Swiss-American cheese on a thick cut toasted marble rye bread.
Hot Honey Fried Chicken Sandwich
Buttermilk marinated, hand-breaded and fried chicken breast, dipped in jalapeno honey with pickles on a toasted bun.
Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap
Grilled chicken, bacon, lettuce, tomato, red onion, shredded cheddar cheese and House Ranch in a flour tortilla. Choice of Regular or Spicy Ranch.
The OG Burger
1/2lb. burger patty with your choice of cheese.
El Jefe (The Boss)
1/2lb. burger with mexican street corn, Pepper Jack cheese.
Johnny Carson Late Night
1/2lb. burger patty with house made garlic aioli, applewood bacon, cheddar cheese and an over-medium egg.
The Lonesome Dove
1/2lb. burger patty, with applewood bacon, BBQ sauce, and cheddar cheese, topped with crispy beer battered onion ring.
Drifter Patty Melt
1/2lb. burger patty with caramelized onions and Swiss-American cheese on thick cut toasted marble Rye.
Add Ons
Bacon 3 Egg 2 Grilled Onions 1 Mushrooms 1 Guac 3 Extra Cheese 1 Wing Sauce 0.50
The One That Got Away (Vegetarian Burger)
Vegan gardenburger patty, choice of cheese and veggie toppings.
Chicken Fried Steak Sandwich
Nebraska Beef Burgers
Entrees
Lake Mac And Cheese
Cavatappi pasta, crispy chicken, and bacon served with creamy cheddar sauce, topped with scallions.
Woodfather Pasta
Sauteed shrimp, andouille sausage, cavatappi pasta, and green peppers. Served with our spicy homemade voodoo sauce.
Chicken Alfredo
Cavatappi pasta and grilled chicken served with our creamy homemade alfredo sauce and topped with parmesan cheese.
Lemon Pepper Salmon
Pan-seared Atlantic Salmon with choice of 2 sides.
Pub Fish and Chips
Beer battered Cod filets served on a basket of fries with our Signature Nitro Stout Tartar sauce.
Top Sirloin Steak
8oz. Top Sirloin Nebraskan Beef Steak. Served with your choice of 2 sides.
New York Strip
12oz. NY Strip Steak. Local Nebraska beef. Served with your choice of two sides.
12 oz. Ribeye Steak
Choice of two sides.
16 oz. Ribeye Steak
The Cadillac of steaks. 16oz. Ribeye Local Nebraska beef. Served with your choice of two sides.
Country Fried Steak
Hand-breaded locally sourced steak, fried and smothered with white gravy. Served with mashed potatoes and house veggies.
Korean BBQ Rib Tips
smoked bone-in rib tips in our sweet & spicy Gochujang pepper sauce with a fresh ginger sesame slaw and pub fries.
Roasted Pork Chop
10oz. Bone-in pork chop roasted in garlic herb compound butter and served with your choice of two sides. Add grilled mushrooms or onions for 1
Fries
Sweet Potato Fries
Onion Rings
House Veggies
Cottage Cheese
Baked Potato (After 4pm)
Side Salad
Side Caesar Salad
Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
White or Brown Gravy. Also available plain.
Sides - A La Carte
Dessert
Brownie Sundae
One scoop of vanilla ice cream with a brownie and chocolate sauce with a cherry on top!
Cheesecake
Served plain or with strawberries.
Gluten Free Lava Cake
Cheesecake Factory Chocolate Fudge Cake
Mini Corn Dogs
Grilled Cheese
Mac And Cheese
Chicken Tenders
Kids Menu
Gluten Free
Gluten Free Wraps
Are available for an additional