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• WE ARE NO LONGER OFFERING LUNCH AT OUR BLOOMINGTON LOCATION

  Appetizers

  Shrimp Cocktail

  15

  5 jumbo shrimp with house cocktail sauce & lemon beurre blanc

  Tuna Tartare*

  12

  marinated in cilantro-lime & wasabi, with crispy wontons

  Calamari

  11

  with sweet peppers & served with house cocktail sauce & marinara

  Shrimp Cakes

  12

  2 jumbo shrimp cakes over lemon beurre blanc

  Drunken Mushrooms

  9

  andouille sausage stuffed mushrooms with melted gruyere cheese, white wine butter sauce, drizzled balsamic-reduction & toasted garlic crostini

  Steak Nachos

  12

  with a homemade queso and pico de gallo

  New England Clam Chowder

  cup ~ 4 bowl ~ 7

  House Favorites

  Grilled Atlantic Salmon*

  14

  cooked to order with dill dijon sauce & steamed broccoli

  Smothered Grilled Chicken

  13

  tender chicken breast topped with prosciutto, smoked gouda & creamy roasted garlic & mushroom sauce served over garlic mashed potatoes & broccoli

  Seafood Jambalaya

  16

  shrimp, scallops, andouille sausage with a spicy blend of peppers & tomatoes served with white rice

  Brazilian Steak Kabobs*

  15

  tender grilled balsamic marinated steak cooked to order & topped with chimichurri & served with grilled vegetable skewers & steamed rice

  Filet Mignon*

  23

  6oz wrapped in bacon with roasted garlic steak butter & served with seasoned potato rounds

  Fish & Chips

  13

  pale ale lightly battered cod served with seasoned potato rounds & house tartar sauce

  Tomato Basil Pasta

  11

  angel hair pasta tossed in a white wine tomato & garlic sauce topped with fresh basil & garlic crostini

  Steak Tacos

  11

  grilled corn tortillas with seared steak, salsa verde, shaved red onions, chopped cilantro & avocado crema served with Spanish rice

  Grouper Tacos

  12

  flour tortillas, shaved cabbage, pico de gallo & avocado crema served with spanish rice

  Fried Catfish

  12

  served with cilantro-lime slaw & red beans & rice

  Salads

  Baxter's Salad

  11

  baby mixed greens, smoked gouda, tomatoes, candied walnuts, apples, red onion, carrots & champagne vinaigrette

  Add Chicken or Shrimp ~ 4  /  Salmon* ~ 5 

  Beet Salad

  12

  pickled gold & red beets, spring mix, arugula, strawberries, candied walnuts & goat cheese with champagne vinaigrette. 

  Add Chicken or Shrimp ~ 4  /  Salmon* ~ 5

  Spinach Salad

  12

  diced egg, applewood bacon, tomatoes, red onion & bleu cheese crumbles tossed with balsamic vinaigrette

  Add Chicken or Shrimp ~ 4  /  Salmon* ~ 5

  Caesar Salad

  10

  crisp romaine hearts, capers, parmesan croutons & house caesar (dressing contains raw eggs)

  Add Chicken or Shrimp ~ 4  /  Salmon* ~ 5

  Grilled Portabella

  16

  grilled portabella mushrooms with roasted tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, marinated cucumbers, avocado, basil, and balsamic reduction

  Wedge

  10

  crisp iceburg wedge, bacon, tomatoes, pickled red onions, bleu cheese crumbles, balsamic reduction & bleu cheese dressing

  Sandwiches & Wraps

  { Substitute side salad for 2.00 }

  Pick Two Combo

  9

  Choose from half sandwich & half salad:

  Italian beef, chicken melt, the grille club, or pastrami reuben

  Caesar salad, baxters salad, baby wedge or mixed greens

  Baxters Pretzel Burger*

  13

  cooked to order & topped with white cheddar cheese, crispy prosciutto, beef steak tomato & roasted garlic mayo on a pretzel bun

  Served with choice of seasoned French fries, house chips, or fruit cup

  The Grille Club

  12

  over roasted turkey breast, ham, applewood bacon, cheddar, Swiss cheese, lettuce, roma tomatoes & roasted garlic mayo on grilled sourdough

  Served with choice of seasoned French fries, house chips, or fruit cup

  So. Cal Chicken Wrap

  10

  chopped grilled chicken, applewood bacon, romaine lettuce, guacamole, diced cucumber, tomato & ranch dressing

  Served with choice of seasoned French fries, house chips, or fruit cup

  Pastrami Reuben

  11

  thinly sliced pastrami, swiss cheese, sauerkraut, thousand island dressing on toasted marble rye

  Served with choice of seasoned French fries, house chips, or fruit cup

  Hawaiian Burger

  14

  with pepper jack cheese, fresh pineapple, fried jalapenos, applewood smoked bacon, bbq sauce & roasted garlic mayo on a sweet brioche bun

  Served with choice of seasoned French fries, house chips, or fruit cup

  Va Va Veggie

  12

  grilled portabello mushroom & zucchini, tomatoes, radish, red onion, avocado & roasted red pepper hummus on multigrain bread

  Served with choice of seasoned French fries, house chips, or fruit cup

  Chicken Melt

  11

  grilled chicken breast, swiss cheese, applewood smoked bacon,tomato, lettuce, & basil mayo on a pretzel bun

  Served with choice of seasoned French fries, house chips, or fruit cup

  Italian Beef

  12

  Slow roasted pulled Itailian beef with provolone cheese & spicy giardiniera on a hoagie roll.  Served with cabernet au jus.

  Served with choice of seasoned French fries, house chips, or fruit cup

  Cuban Wrap

  13

  pulled pork, sliced ham, swiss cheese, horseradish pickles & grain mustard

  Served with choice of seasoned French fries, house chips, or fruit cup

  Shrimp Cake Po Boy

  14

  crispy shrimp cakes, shredded romaine, tomato & lemon beurre blanc on a toasted hoagie roll

  Served with choice of seasoned French fries, house chips, or fruit cup

  Desserts

  Gooey Butter Cake

  8

  warm butter cake tipped with sweet cream cheese frosting & caramel drizzle served with chocolate malt ice cream and fresh strawberries

  White Chocolate & Raspberry Bread Pudding

  9

  fresh raspberries & white chocolate folded with country bread &creamy custard served with a warm brown sugar-bourbon sauce & vanilla bean ice cream

  Dense Chocolate Truffle Cake

  9

  decadent flourless chocolate cake with mixed berry ice cream, chopped nuts & sweet berry coulis

  WE ARE NO LONGER OFFERING LUNCH AT OUR BLOOMINGTON LOCATION

  At Baxter’s, we are devoted to offering Classic American meals prepared with the freshest ingredients possible. We offer seasonal menus that utilize local fresh produce and the finest fresh seafood. We now have a full Gluten Free Menu available upon request & a brand new full service catering menu for Bloomington-Normal, IL.
  To place a carryout order please call our  Bloomington  location at 309-662-1114 or  Champaign  location at 217-239-9299. Please allow 15-30 minutes based on the size and selection of your order.

  PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE

   *Warning. The items may contain raw animal products or are cooked to order. Consuming raw or undercooked, meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs which may contain harmful bacteria may increase your risk of food borne illness or death, especially if you have certain medical conditions.

• Appetizers

  Shrimp Cocktail

  15

  5 jumbo shrimp with house cocktail sauce & lemon beurre blanc

  Tuna Tartare*

  12

  raw tuna marinated in cilantro-lime & wasabi, with crispy wontons

  substitute cucumber slices for wontons for GF

  Calamari

  11

  with sweet peppers & served with house cocktail sauce & marinara

  Shrimp Cakes

  12

  2 jumbo shrimp cakes over lemon beurre blanc

  Drunken Mushrooms

  9

  andouille stuffed mushrooms with melted gruyere cheese, white wine butter sauce, drizzled balsamic-pomegranate reduction & toasted garlic crostini

   

  Steak Nachos

  12

  with a homemade queso and pico de gallo

  New England Clam Chowder

  cup ~ 4 bowl ~ 7

  Meat & Cheese Block

  21

  artisan cheese, specialty meats & warm garlic crostinis with roasted red pepper hummus

  gluten free bread available upon request

  Salads

  Baxters Salad

  11

  baby mixed greens, smoked gouda, tomatoes, candied walnuts, apples, red onion, carrots & champagne vinaigrette

  Add Chicken or Shrimp ~ 4 / Salmon* ~ 5

  Caesar Salad*

  10

  crisp romaine hearts, capers, parmesan croutons & house caesar (dressing contains raw eggs)

  Add Chicken or Shrimp ~ 4 / Salmon* ~ 5

  Wedge

  10

  crisp iceburg wedge, bacon, tomatoes, pickled red onions, bleu cheese crumbles, balsamic reduction & bleu cheese dressing

  Add Chicken or Shrimp ~ 4 / Salmon* ~ 5

  Spinach Salad

  12

  diced egg, applewood bacon, red onion, diced tomatoes & bleu cheese crumbles tossed with balsamic vinaigrette 

  Add Chicken or Shrimp ~ 4 / Salmon* ~ 5

  Beet Salad

  12

  pickled gold & red beets, spring mix, arugula, strawberries, candied walnuts & goat cheese with champagne vinaigrette

  Add Chicken or Shrimp ~ 4 / Salmon* ~ 5

  Grilled Portabella

  16

  grilled portabella mushrooms with roasted tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, marinated cucumbers, avocado, basil & balsamic reduction 

  Add Chicken or Shrimp ~ 4 / Salmon* ~ 5

  Steaks

  { Steaks can be prepared Gluten Free }

  Steak Additions ~ Sauteed Mushrooms ~ 5 / Parmesan Crust ~ 4 / House Bearnaise ~ 4 / Oscar style ~ 12 / Jumbo Shrimp Skewer ~ 9

  Filet Mignon*

  6oz ~ 31 - 8oz ~ 37

  wrapped in applewood bacon & served with choice of potato

   

  Bacon Bourbon Filet*

  39

  6oz bacon wrapped filet mignon topped with bacon-bourbon demi-glace. Served over garlic mashed potatoes & topped with cajun onion strings

   

  NY Strip*

  14oz ~ 31

  with roasted garlic steak butter & served with choice of potato

   

  Bone-In Ribeye*

  18oz ~ 40

  with roasted garlic steak butter & served with choice of potato

   

  Ribeye*

  12oz ~ 29

  with roasted garlic steak butter & served with choice of potato

   

  Baxters Prime Rib

  10oz ~ 29 - 14oz ~ 35

  --Friday and Saturday evenings only with limited availability--

  angus prime slow roasted to perfection with a cabernet au jus & served with choice of potato

   

  Seafood

  Grilled Atlantic Salmon*

  22

  cooked to order with dill dijon sauce & choice of vegetable

  Blackened Grouper

  31

  with red beans & rice

  Chilean Seabass

  35

  over spinach & bok choy in miso broth topped with lemon beurre blanc & toasted pine nuts

  Parmesan Crusted Halibut

  32

  served over fresh sauteed asparagus & topped with jumbo shrimp sauteed & tossed in scampi sauce

  Swordfish

  27

  herb crusted & served over garlic mashed potatoes in a rich tomato broth

  Seafood Jambalaya

  23

  shrimp, scallops, andouille sausage with a spicy blend of peppers & tomatoes served with white rice

  Fried Catfish

  19

  with cilantro-lime slaw & red beans & rice

  Pasta

  Shrimp & Scallop Scampi

  25

  roasted aparagus tips in a white wine garlic butter pan sauce over linguini

  Crab & Shrimp Alfredo

  25

  bow-tie pasta tossed in a garlic-parmesan & sherry cream sauce topped with diced tomatoes & scallions

  Spaghetti & Meatballs

  19

  veal, pork & beef hand-rolled meatballs with house marinara finished with fresh basil, shaved parmesan & garlic crostini

  Filet Tip Gnocchi

  23

  creamy alfredo sauce with spinach, sun-dried tomatoes & bleu cheese crumbles

  Tomato Basil

  17

  angel hair pasta tossed in white wine tomato garlic sauce finished with fresh basil & garlic crostini

  House Favorites

  Smothered Grilled Chicken

  19

  tender chicken breast topped with prosciutto, smoked gouda & creamy roasted garlic & mushroom sauce served over garlic mashed potatoes & broccoli

  Chicken Piccata

  21

  lightly breaded chicken breast with asparagus & linguine finished with a lemon-butter caper sauce & grilled lemon wheels. 

  Brazilian Steak Kabobs*

  21

  tender grilled balsamic marinated steak topped with chimichurri & served with grilled vegetable skewers & steamed rice 

  Herb Crusted Lamb Chops*

  37

  topped with savory rosemary demi-glace over herb roasted potatoes, bell peppers & red onion

  Bone-In Pork Chop*

  25

  topped with bacon bourbon demi-glace served over herb roasted potatoes, bell peppers & red onion

  BBQ Ribs

  23

  finished with house bbq sauce served with seasoned potato rounds

  Steak Tacos

  16

  grilled corn tortillas with seared steak, salsa verde, shaved red onions, chopped cilantro & avocado crema and served with spanish rice

  Grouper Tacos

  16

  flour tortillas, shaved cabbage, pico de gallo & avocado crema served with Spanish rice

  Fish n' Chips

  19

  pale ale lightly battered cod served with season potato rounds & house tartar sauce

  Baxters Pretzel Burger*

  14

  white cheddar cheese, crispy prosciutto, roasted garlic mayo & beefsteak tomato with seasoned french fries

  Desserts

  { Gluten free desserts are available upon request }

  Gooey Butter Cake

  8

  Warm butter cake topped with sweet cream cheese frosting & caramel drizzle served with chocolate malt ice cream and fresh strawberries.

  Dutch Apple Crisp

  9

  Fresh granny smith apples baked over homemade cinnamon dusted pie dough topped with cinnamon & sugar streusel & vanilla bean ice cream.

  Chophouse Creme Brule

  7

  Creamy vanilla custard topped with carmelized sugar.

  Strawberry Shortcake Napoleon

  9

  Layers of decadent cheesecake mousse, fresh strawberries, & puff pastry served with berry burgundy coulis.

  Dense Chocolate Truffle Cake

  9

  Decadent flourless chocolate cake with mixed berry ice cream, chopped nuts & sweet berry coulis.

  White Chocolate & Raspberry Bread Pudding

  9

  Fresh raspberries & white chocolate folded with country bread & creamy custard. Served with a warm brown sugar-bourbon sauce & vanilla bean ice cream.

  At Baxter’s, we are devoted to offering Classic American meals prepared with the freshest ingredients possible.  We offer seasonal menus that utilize local fresh produce and the finest fresh seafood. We now have a full Gluten Free Menu available upon request & a brand new full service catering menu in Bloomington, IL.  

  To place a carryout order please call our  Bloomington  location at 309-662-1114 or our Champaign  location at 217-239-9299. Please allow 15-30 minutes based on the size and selection of your order.

  *Warning. The items may contain raw animal products or are cooked to order. Consuming raw or undercooked, meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs which may contain harmful bacteria may increase your risk of food borne illness or death, especially if you have certain medical conditions.

   

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• Chardonnay

  Mon Frere

  Glass ~9 Bottle ~34

  California 2018

  Mossback

  Glass ~10 Bottle ~38

  Russian River Valley 2019

  Foppiano

  Bottle ~60

  Sonoma 2018

  Cool Crisp Whites

  Ponga Sauvignon Blanc

  Glass ~ 8 Bottle ~30

  Marlborough, New Zealand 2019

  Round Pond Sauvignon Blanc

  Glass ~ 12 Bottle ~ 46

  Napa Valley 2019

  Bertani Velante Pinot Grigio

  Glass ~ 9 Bottle ~ 34

  Veneto, Italy 2018

  Wolftrap White Blend

  Glass ~ 8 Bottle ~ 30

  South Africa 2018

  Fess Parker Riesling

  Glass ~ 8 Bottle~30

  Santa Barbara County 2019

  Sparkling & Blush

  Buehler White Zinfandel

  Glass ~ 7 Bottle ~ 26

  California 2017

  Zenato Rosé

  Glass - 8 Bottle - 30

  Veneto, Italy 2019

  Chehalem Rosé

  Glass- 10 Bottle- 38

  Willamette Valley 2019

  Vietti Moscato d'Asti

  Glass - 11 Bottle - 42

  Piedmonte, Italy 2020

  Valdo Prosecco Cuvee 1926

  Glass - 11 Bottle - 42

  Veneto, Italy NV

  Vigneto Sweet Red

  Glass - 9 Bottle - 34

  Piedmont, Italy NV

  LeClerc Briant Brut Reserve

  Bottle - 120

  Champagne, France NV

  Cabernet

  Tortoise Creek

  Glass ~9 Bottle ~34

  Lodi 2018

  Aviary

  Glass ~10 Bottle~ 38

  North Coast-Napa Valley 2018

  Navigator

  Glass ~12 Bottle ~46

  Napa Valley 2017

  Novelty Hill

  Bottle ~56

  Columbia Valley 2017

  Merlot

  Parcel 41

  Glass ~ 10 Bottle ~ 38

  North Coast 2016

  Emmolo

  Bottle ~ 65

  Napa Valley 2016

  Pinot Noir

  DeLoach

  Glass ~ 9 Bottle ~ 34

  Central Coast 2018

  King Estate, Inscription

  Glass ~ 12 Bottle ~ 46

  Willamette Valley 2019

  Crossbarn By Paul Hobbs

  Bottle - 75

  Sonoma 2016

  Big Bold Reds

  Salentein Reserve Malbec

  Glass ~ 12 Bottle ~ 46

  Mendoza, Argentina 2016

  Cigar Zinfandel

  Glass ~ 10 Bottle ~ 38

  California 2019

  Saldo Zinfandel

  Bottle ~ 75

  California 2017

  Criss Cross Petite Sirah

  Glass ~ 9 Bottle ~ 34

  Clarksburg 2016

  North By Northwest Winery Red Blend

  Glass ~ 9 Bottle ~ 34

  Columbia Valley 2016

  Cashmere Red Blend

  Glass ~ 10 Bottle ~ 38

  California 2018

  Matthews Winery Claret

  Bottle ~ 55

  Columbia Valley 2017

  Martinis

  The Dirty Baxter

  8

  Pike & Clark Vodka, Olive Juice & Garnished with Jumbo Blue Cheese Olives

  Lavender 75

  8

  Fresh Muddled Lemons, Blueberries & Raspberries with Hendricks Gin & Sweet Lemonade.  
  Topped with Crisp Prosecco

  The Brooklyn

  10

  Baxters reverse Manhattan with Rough Rider Bourbon, BroVo Jammy Vermouth, Black Walnut Bitters, brown sugar cherry juice & torched Bada Bing Cherries

  Blueberry Lemondrop

  8

  Fresh muddled blueberries & lemons with Pike & Clark Vodka, Blueberry Monin, a splash of lemonade & a splash of Sprite

  The X Boyfriend

  8

  X Rated Liqueur, Malibu Coconut Rum, Pineapple & Cranberry Juices

  Flirtini Bellini

  8

  Moscato D’ Asti Sparkling Wine, Chambord & Sweet Raspberry Puree

  Blood Orange Tea Tini

  8

  Fresh muddled oranges & lemons with Absolut Citron, Triple Sec, Blood Orange Monin & fresh brewed iced tea

  Monkeys Uncle

  9

  Monkey 47 Gin, sweet honey, fresh squeezed lemon juice, fresh thyme & a seltzer press with sea salt rim

  Sweet Caroline

  7

  Fresh muddled raspberries & lemons with Pearl Redberry Vodka, Peach Schnapps, Lemongrass Monin & lemonade topped with Sprite

  Chocolate Chip Cookie

  8

  Pinnacle Whipped Vodka, Baileys Irish Cream, Monin Chocolate Fudge Syrup, Cream & a Cookie Rim 

  Cocktails

  White Peach Bellini

  9

  Fresh Muddled Peaches, White Cranberry-Peach  Juice & Peach Schnapps. Topped with Crisp Prosecco & Served Over Ice

  Strawberry Mango Frosé

  7

  Blended strawberries with ice, Cruzan Mango Rum, Rosé Wine, sugar & lemonade

  Fixin' to Ruin Mary

  8

  Absolut Citron, horseradish, Baxters spicy house bloody mary mix & Guinness float with all the fixin's

  True Grit

  9

  Rough Rider Bourbon Whiskey, Muddled with  Fresh Orange, Cherry, Grenadine & Sweet Honey.   Topped with Soda Water & Served on the Rocks

  Strawberry Bourbon Smash

  8

  Fresh muddled strawberries & lemons, Rough Rider Bourbon, bitters & crisp ginger beer

  Capirinha

  8

  Fresh squeezed lime juice, Agave Nectar & Espirito Chachaca Classico served on the rocks

  New York Sour

  10

  Fresh Squeezed Lemons, Rough Rider Bourbon, Simple Syrup & Sour. Topped with smoky red Zinfandel

  Cucumber Mint Mule

  8

  Fresh muddled cucumbers, mint & lime with Ketel One Cucumber-Mint Infused Vodka, lemonade & crisp ginger beer

  Stone Cherry Old Fashion

  8

  Jim Beam Red Stag Whiskey, Sour & Plum Bitters, Muddled with Fresh Blackberry, Cherry & Simple Syrup. Topped with Sprite & Served on the Rocks 

  Classic Mojito

  8

  Light Rum, Simple Syrup & Soda, Muddled with Mint Leaves & Fresh Squeezed Limes 

  Blueberry Banana Mojito

  8

  Fresh muddled blueberries, lemons & mint with Pilar Blonde Rum, banana liquor, Blueberry Monin & topped with seltzer

  Purple Haze Mojito

  8

  Fresh muddled blackberries, limes & mint with Cruzan Rum, Blackberry Liqueur, Monin Pomegranate & Soda

  Millionaire Margarita

  10

  The Best of The Best. Patron Silver Tequila, Orang Combier, Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice & Sour. Topped with a Float of Gran Marnier & Salt Rim

  Blood Orange Margarita

  8

  Bribón Silver Tequila, Monin Blood Orange Syrup, Sweet & Sour & Lime Juice. Topped with Sprite & a Sugar Rim

  After Dinner Drinks

  Brandy Alexander

  9

  Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Brandy, Creme de Cacao & Cream Topped with Whipped Cream & Caramel

  Banana Split

  9

  Creme de Banana, Light de Cacao, Strawberry Puree, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Pineapple Juice & Chocolate with Whipped Cream

  Smores Martini

  8

  Pearl Vanilla Bean Vodka, Monin Toasted Marshmallow Syrup & Cream with a Chocolate & Graham Cracker Rim

  Espresso Martini

  8

  Avion Espresso, Light de Cacao, Cocoa Powder & Cream

  Tiramisu Chiller

  8

  Truffini Tiramisu Liqueur, White Creme de Cacao, Monin Vanilla Syrup, Chocolate Syrup & Cream.  Topped with Whipped Cream & Chocolate

  Warres Otima Ten Year Old Tawny Port

  14

  TDO Zinfandel Port

  10

  Macallan 12 Year

  14

  Macallan 18 Year

  62

  Glenlivet 12 Year

  9

  Glenlivet 15 Year French Oak Reserve

  14

  Glenfiddich 12 Year

  8

  Johnny Walker Red

  8

  Johnny Walker Black

  10

  Dom B&B - Benedictine and Cognac

  8

  Hennessy VS

  10

  Courvoisier VSOP

  12

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• Weekly Specials

  Mondays

  Half Price Bottles of Wine ALL DAY!

  Wednesdays

  Half Price Bar Food Menu ALL DAY!

  Bar only

  Fridays

  Half Price Bar Food Menu 3pm-5pm

  $7 Glasses & $15 Pitchers of Sangria ALL DAY!

  Saturdays

  $7 Glasses & $15 Pitchers of Sangria
  ALL DAY!