Flying Artichoke Menu

40 Mortensen Ave, Salinas, CA 93905
  • Between the Bread

    • Artichoke Pastrami

      Scrambled eggs, N.Y. style pastrami, baby artichoke, pepper jack cheese and mayo on sourdough bread.
      $11.00
    • Club Egg Sandwich

      Two fried eggs, bacon, cheddar cheese, hash browns and may on sourdough bread.
      $10.00
  • Classics

    • Sunrise

      2 fresh eggs done your way, bacon, ham or sausage with hash browns.
      $11.00
    • Corned Beef Hash

      House seasoned corned beef and hash, topped with 2 eggs your way.
      $13.00
    • Plane Stack

      Three fresh whipped, fluffy hot cakes. Add egg for an extra price.
      $9.00
    • Breakfast Burrito

      Scramble eggs, chorizo, and hash brown smothered with salsa wrapped in flour tortilla.
      $10.50
    • Valley Omelet

      Fresh spinach, artichoke hearts, tomatoes, onions, with cheddar cheese and hash browns.
      $13.00
    • Steak And Eggs

      Spiced rub beef skirt steak served with 2 eggs your way and hash browns.
      $19.00
    • Pancake Combo

      A hot cake with your choice of bacon, ham or spam. Topped with maple mustard syrup.
      $12.00
    • French Bread Toast

      French bread dipped in eggs, milk and cinnamon and grilled golden brown. Served with whip butter and maple syrup.
      $10.00
  • Beverages

    • Coffee

      American cuisine, beverages. Coffee, available as decaf or regular.
      $3.50
    • Unsweetened Ice Tea

      Chilled, unsweetened ice tea. Choose between regular or flavored options.
      $3.50
    • Orange Juice

      Classic citrus refreshment.
      $3.50
    • Dr.pepper

      Unique blend of 23 flavors, carbonated soft drink.
      $3.50
    • Hot Cocoa

      Decadent warm beverage made with rich cocoa and velvety milk, perfect for chilly days.
      $3.50
    • Bottled Water

      Pure and refreshing bottled water.
      $3.50
    • Hot Tea

      Steaming, aromatic blend of finely selected tea leaves. Perfectly soothing.
      $3.50
    • Diet Coke

      A sugar-free cola offering a crisp and light taste, typically served chilled for a refreshing experience.
      $3.50
    • Coke

      Classic carbonated beverage with a refreshing, sweet flavor and a hint of caramel.
      $3.50
    • Arnold Palmer

      half iced tea half lemonade
      $3.50
    • Lemonade

      Refreshing citrus beverage.
      $3.50
    • Sprite

      Crisp and refreshing lemon-lime soda.
      $3.50
  • Stuffed Tortilla

    • Breakfast Burrito

      Scrambled eggs, chorizo, hash browns, pepper jack cheese, smothered in tomatillo salsa and wrapped in a flour tortilla.
      $10.50
    • Huevos Ranchero

      2 eggs, asada beef, beans, tomatillo salsa, queso fresco, guacamole, artichoke pico on corn tortillas.
      $12.50
  • Plane Stacks

    • Half Stack

      2 fresh fluffy hot cakes served with butter and maple syrup.
      $7.00
    • Full Stack

      3 fresh fully hot cakes served with butter and maple syrup.
      $9.00
  • Island Favorites

    • Spam Eggs

      Grilled spam and eggs your way over steamed jasmine rice.
      $11.00
    • Loco Moco

      Seasoned ground chuck beef patty, egg over easy on top of steamed jasmine rice and finished with onion gravy.
      $13.00
  • Sides

    • Egg

      Eggs prepared to your preference, offering a versatile side option to complement any meal.
      $2.00
    • Ham

      This dish features a side portion of ham, typically prepared by slicing and possibly griddling for added flavor.
      $3.00
    • Fruit

      Seasonal
      $4.00
    • Bacon

      Crispy thick-cut, smoked to perfection.
      $3.00
    • Pancake

      A light and fluffy breakfast treat.
      $3.00
    • Sausage

      Savory, perfectly seasoned sausage links, a classic breakfast favorite.
      $3.00
    • Avocado

      Fresh and creamy fruit with a rich taste, perfect for adding a touch of luxury to any dish.
      $3.00
    • Hashbrowns

      Crispy and golden breakfast potatoes, perfect for starting your day off right.
      $3.00
  • Between the Bread

    • Artichoke Po'Boy

      Fried artichoke hearts, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, sriracha ranch dressing and shaved parmesan cheese on steak roll.
      $13.00
    • Big Bird

      Hand carved roast herb turkey with lettuce, tomato, avocado Aioli spread on a multi-grain bread.
      $13.00
    • Chicken Sandwich

      Seasoned and grilled chicken breast with bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato and avocado aioli spread on an Artisan bread
      $14.00
    • BLT

      bacon, lettuce, tomato sandwich with mayo on sourdough bread
      $12.00
    • Prime Rib Sandwich

      Slow roast herb seasoned prime rib of beef on a French roll topped with valley coleslaw and horseradish aioli.
      $18.00
    • French Dip

      Tender thin sliced prime rib, on a french roll and house au jus dip on the side.
      $17.00
    • Cuban Sandwich

      Roast pork, ham, swiss cheese, pickles, dijon mustard spread on an artisan roll.
      $14.00
  • Apppetizers

    • Fried Artichoke Heart

      Artichoke heart dip in batter and fried. \nChoice of dips: lemon dill, garlic dijon or ranch.
      $11.00
    • Lumpia

      Sautéed carrots, corn , sweet pea beans, celery and potatoes wrap in flour spring roll and fried.
      $11.50
    • Garlic Wings

      Marinated fresh chicken wings tossed in chef hot sauce, served with jalapeno aioli or ranch dip.
      $12.00
  • Soups

    • Artichoke Soup Bowl

      Fresh artichokes hearts, cream, garlic, cinnamon and butter.
      $8.00
    • Chili Bowl

      House seasoned chili beans and chuck ground beef.
      $9.00
    • Soup & Half

      Soup of the day and your choice of chicken, turkey or ham sandwich with lettuce, tomatoes and mayo on wheat bread.
      $13.50
  • From the Grille

    • Choke Burger

      Fresh seasoned ground beef topped with sautéed sliced artichoke hearts, Swiss cheese, onion, lettuce, tomatoes, and basil aioli spread on a sesame bun.
      $14.50
    • Chili Burger

      Grilled fresh ground beef smothered with house chili beans, pepper jack cheese and green onions on a sesame bun.
      $14.50
    • My Burger

      Fresh ground beef grilled and layered with lettuce, tomato, pickles, mayo on sesame bun.
      $14.50
    • BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich

      Roasted fresh garlic herb seasoned pork drizzled with BBQ sauce on a Artisan roll.
      $13.50
    • Tri Tip Sandwich

      Fresh garlic herb seasoned tri tip sautéed in chef BBQ sauce, lettuce and tomatoes on a steak roll.
      $15.50
    • Top Dog

      Grilled jumbo all beef frank topped with chili beans and onions on a sesame bun.
      $12.00
    • Cali Burrito

      Herb seasoned asada beef, potato fries, guacamole, artichoke pico, onions, cilantro and pepper jack cheese, wrapped in a flour tortilla.
      $13.50
    • Tacos (3)

      Slow cooked seasoned chopped Asada (beef) or Carnitas (pork) topped with onions, cilantro, and salsa.
      $14.00
    • Fish Tacos

      fish of the day, cabbage, cilantro, onions, guacamole, artichoke pico and salsa verde on corn tortilla.
      $14.00
  • From the Valley

    • Castroville Artichoke

      Fresh steamed or grilled heirloom artichokes on valley greens drizzled with balsamic rosemary reduction.
      $13.00
    • Chicken Caesar Salad

      Chopped romaine lettuce and house croutons tossed in Caesar dressing, topped with grilled Cajun seasoned chicken breast. Served with garlic bread.
      $16.00
    • Wedge Salad

      Fresh iceberg lettuce sprinkled with gorgonzola cheese, candied walnut, bacon, grape tomatoes and ranch dressing.
      $12.00
    • Thistle Salad

      Baby artichoke heart, Penne pasta, roasted bell pepper Kalamata olives, Tomato, feta and parmesan cheese tossed in olive oil and balsamic vinegar with garlic bread
      $13.00
    • Cobb Salad

      Grilled seasoned plump turkey, boiled egg, bacon, bleu cheese, tomatoes, avocado on mixed valley lettuce.
      $15.00
  • Pasta My Way

    • Pasta My Way

      Fresh local pasta with your choice of garlic butter, Lemon Capers or Alfredo sauce served with garlic bread.
      $12.00
  • Beverages

    • Coffee

      Freshly brewed, aromatic blend to kick-start your day.
      $3.50
    • Iced Tea

      Chilled, Refreshing Brewed Tea, Perfectly Balanced for a Hot Day
      $3.50
    • Soft Drinks

      Selection of sodas including cola, diet cola, Dr. Pepper, and lemon-lime.
      $3.50
    • Hot Cocoa

      Decadent warm beverage made with rich cocoa and velvety milk, perfect for chilly days.
      $3.50
    • Orange Juice

      Classic citrus refreshment.
      $3.50
    • Lemonade

      Refreshing citrus beverage.
      $3.50
    • Arnold Palmer

      Half iced tea half lemonade
      $3.50
  • Sides

    • Garlic Bread

      Crisp, buttery toasted bread infused with aromatic garlic and herbs.
      $3.50
    • Grilled Cheese

      grilled cheese with cheddar on sourdough bread
      $7.00
    • Plain Hot Dog

      with mustard and ketchup on the side
      $5.00
    • Cup Of Artichoke Soup

      A cup of artichoke soup typically includes pureed artichoke hearts, a blend of cream and spices, often garnished with a touch of garlic for added flavor.
      $6.00
    • Fruit

      Seasonal
      $5.00
    • Fries (Seasonal)

      Thinly sliced potatoes, fried and seasoned with a unique blend of spices to reflect the season.
      $5.00
    • House Salad

      small house salad with spring mix topped with carrots, tomatoes, and cucumbers.
      $6.00

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