The Only Thing We Overlook is the River

  • 55421 NE-121
    Crofton, NE 68730

  • Wed-Sat: 5-9pm
    Sun: 9:30am-2:30pm

Menu

Lunch (Summer Only)

Lunch Menu

Grab a bite at Murdo’s! We have all of your lunchtime favorites from chicken strips and wings to burgers and BLTs. Served 11am-4pm.

Tackle Boxkets

Served with side of choice.

FAMOUS FISH

12
1/2-pound famous fish hand breaded and fried golden brown.

SHRIMP

13
Panko breaded, butterflied and served with zesty cocktail sauce.

CHICKEN STRIPS

10
Chicken tender strips of all white meat chicken breast and deep fried.

CHISLIC

12
Certified angus beef tips seasoned and fried to perfection.

Bait

Onion Rings

7

Fried Pickles

8

Wisconsin Cheese Curds

8

Wings

10
Flavors: Dixie, Honey BBQ, Buffalo and Thai Peanut

SIDES: Vegetables, French Fries, Mashed Potatoes, Wild Rice Pilaf, Kettle Chips, Salt & Vinegar Fries & Coleslaw

Between the Bread

Our Signature Sandwiches & Burgers are served with side of choice.

ROAST BEEF MELT

14
Slow-roasted beef, onions, mushrooms, creamy horsey sauce and Swiss on a ciabatta bun with au jus.

THE MIDWESTERN

13
Grilled chicken breast, cheddar, onion tanglers, bacon, jalapeño, lettuce, tomato and BBQ sauce on a grilled brioche bun.

HAM & CHEESE

11
Smoked ham, Swiss and American on a ciabatta bun with caramelized onions.

CALI CHICKEN MELT

12
Grilled chicken breast, Swiss, lettuce, tomato, avocado with house aioli on a ciabatta bun.

MURDO BLT

10
Thick cut bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayo and avocado on toasted sourdough.

SOUTHGATE

15
Tender sliced prime rib, sautéed onions and melted American cheese on a grilled roll.

PHILLY CHEESE STEAK

11
World famous sandwich with sautéed onions, peppers and Swiss cheese melted to perfection on a grilled roll.

COWBOY BURGER

13
1/2-pound certified angus beef patty covered in BBQ sauce, topped with fried onions, bacon and American cheese.

MURDO BURGER

11
1/2-pound certified angus beef patty, flame broiled and served on a grilled brioche bun. Add cheese .50 • Add bacon 1 • Add egg .50

SUNRISE BURGER

12
1/2-pound certified angus beef patty, ham, American cheese, fried egg and spicy Murdo sauce.

On the Land

MURDO'S HOT BEEF

13
Seared 1/2-pound certified angus beef patty, sautéed onions and mushrooms, toasted bread, mashed potatoes and homemade brown gravy.

Greens

SOUTHWEST SALAD

Fresh greens topped with a blackened chicken breast, bacon, shredded cheese, pico de gallo, black bean corn salsa and tortilla straws.

Strawberry Spinach Salad

10
Grilled chicken breast, spinach, red onion, candied walnuts, feta cheese and fresh strawberries.

SALMON SALAD

13
Blackened salmon, romaine, bacon, sautéed onions and peppers, hard-boiled egg and tomato.

Bites

Wraps served with side of choice.

Buffalo Chicken

11
Crispy Chicken tossed in buffalo sauce, romaine lettuce, shredded cheese red onion, tomato and ranch.

Chicken Bacon Ranch

11
Grilled chicken, fresh greens, tomato, bacon, shredded cheese and ranch.

Gone Fishing

GRILLED SALMON

13
Six-ounce charbroiled salmon fillet served with house vegetables.

Chipotle Citrus Shrimp

14
Basmati rice, avocado, pico de gallo, chipotle ranch, cilantro, lime and radish.

FAMOUS FISH PLATTER

8 / 14
Hand breaded and fried golden brown.
1 /2 lb • I lb
  • Murdo's Signature Item
  • Ask About Gluten Free Options
  • We Proudly Serve Certified Angus Beef®

*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.

Lil' Fish

lil' Fish

Kids love coming to Murdo’s! Their meals are served with choice of French fries, chocolate pudding or applesauce.

LIL' MURDO BURGER

6
A lil' burger with American cheese, just the right size for kids.

GRILLED CHEESE

6
Lightly toasted white bread with American cheese.

CHICKEN STRIPS

6
Two tender breaded chicken strips.

LIL' FISH

5
Tender portion of Murdo's famous fish, lightly breaded and fried golden brown.

MAC' N CHEESE

6
Creamy American cheese sauce with penne noodles.

MINI CORN DOGS

5
Mini corn dogs, just like the county fair.
  • Murdo's Signature Item
  • Ask About Gluten Free Options
  • We Proudly Serve Certified Angus Beef®

Appetizers

Appetizers

Get your meal started with some of our famous appetizers. You might just want to keep these shareable dishes for yourself! Served all day.

Wings

Flavors: Dixie, Honey BBQ, Buffalo, Thai Peanut

Fried Pickles

Crispy, tangy, thin-cut dill pickle fries lightly coated in a premium cornmeal and spicy mustard batter.

CLASSIC ONION RINGS

Sweet onion slices covered with light breading, fried to a golden brown.

CHISLIC

Juicy sirloin tips seasoned and fried to perfection. Served with kettle chips.

MURDO'S SAMPLER PLATTER

A basket of chicken strips, Wisconsin cheese curds, fried pickles and onion rings.

Wisconsin Cheese Curds

Natural white cheddar cheese breaded and fried. As close to homemade as you can get.

MURDO'S FAMOUS FISH PLATTER

A pound of hand-battered fish pieces, deep fried to golden brown perfection.

4 CHEESE FLATBREAD

Alfredo, mozzarella, Monterey Jack, cheddar and parmesan.

BBQ CHICKEN FLATBREAD

Ranch, mozzarella, grilled chicken, caramelized onion and BBQ sauce.

PESTO CHICKEN FLATBREAD

Pesto, mozzarella, chicken, tomato and balsamic glaze.

TATER TOT NACHOS

Beef, Monterey Jack and American cheese, tomato, onion, jalapeños, salsa, sour cream and cheddar nacho cheese.
Chicken Bacon Flatbread
Shrimp Scampi Flatbread
BBQ Chicken Flatbread
  • Murdo's Signature Item
  • Ask About Gluten Free Options
  • We Proudly Serve Certified Angus Beef®

*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.

Burgers & Sandwiches

Between the Bread

At Murdo’s, our delicious  signature sandwiches, burgers and wraps are expertly prepared for you! Served all day.

Signature Sandwiches

Served with side of choice.

PHILLY CHEESE STEAK

World famous sandwich with onions, peppers and melted Swiss cheese on a grilled roll.

THE MIDWESTERN

Grilled chicken breast, cheddar, onion tanglers, bacon, jalapeño, lettuce, tomato and BBQ sauce on a grilled split top bun.

SOUTHGATE

Sliced roast beef seared in sweet savory juices with melted Swiss cheese on a grilled roll. Served with au jus.

FRENCH DIP

Tender sliced prime rib, sautéed onions and melted cheese on grilled roll. Served with au jus. When available, medium or medium well only.

CAMPFIRE CHICKEN MELT

Crispy chicken, caramelized onion, American cheese and smoky BBQ sauce all on toasted sourdough.

THE MIDWESTERN

Grilled chicken breast, cheddar, onion tanglers, bacon, jalapeño, lettuce, tomato and BBQ sauce on a grilled brioche bun.

THE DAM & HAM SWISS MELT

Ham, Swiss cheese, pickle and dijon mustard on toasted sourdough

THEC ABINC LUB

Ham, Swiss cheese, American cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato and garlic aioli on toasted sourdough.

MURDO BLT

Bacon, lettuce, tomato and mayo on toasted sourdough.
SIDES: Vegetables, Beer Battered Fries, Mashed Potatoes, Wild Rice, Kettle Chips, Salt & Vinegar Fries & Coleslaw

Burgers

All burgers are 1/2-pound and served with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle and French fries. Burgers are cooked medium well.

MURDO BURGER

1/2-pound certified angus beef patty, flame broiled and served on a grilled brioche bun.
Add cheese .50 • Add bacon 1

JAM BURGER

Flame broiled beef patty, sweet homemade bacon jam, pepper jack cheese and spicy Murdo sauce.

COWBOY BURGER

1/2-pound certified angus beef patty covered in BBQ sauce, topped with fried onions, bacon and American cheese.

MIDWEST WAGYU BURGER

1/2 pound of locally raised North 40™ American Wagyu Beef, topped with sautéed mushrooms, Swiss cheese and garlic aioli on a brioche bun.

Wraps

All wraps are served with French fries.

BUFFALO CHICKEN

Crispy chicken tossed in buffalo sauce, romaine lettuce, shredded cheese, red onion, tomato and ranch.

CHICKEN BACON RANCH

Grilled chicken, fresh greens, tomato, bacon, shredded cheese and ranch.
Teriyaki Prime Wrap
North 40 Burger
New York Cheesecake
  • Murdo's Signature Item
  • Ask About Gluten Free Options
  • We Proudly Serve Certified Angus Beef®

*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.

Entrees

Entrees

Murdo’s has an entree for everyone! Choose from our house specialties, pastas, baskets and more. Served all day.

House Specialities

Served with house salad, bread loaf and your choice of a baked potato, garlic mashed potatoes, french fries, sautéed vegetables, coleslaw, kettle chips or wild rice. We proudly serve Certified Angus Beef®. Add an extra side

MURDO'S FAMOUS FISH DINNER

Murdo's famous fish breaded and fried golden brown. 1/2 lb | 1 lb

PRIME RIB Friday & Saturday only!

Coated with 14 herbs and spices, slow roasted all day for excellent taste and tenderness.

CENTER CUT FILET

7oz hand-cut beef filet, seasoned and charbroiled.

SURF & TURF

8oz sirloin steak paired with Murdo's delicious hand breaded fish. Sub Shrimp

MURDO'S HAMBURGER STEAK

Seared 1/2 lb angus patty, sautéed onions and mushrooms, mashed potatoes, homemade brown gravy and toasted sourdough.

FISH TACOS

Three Cajun bronzed fish tacos seared to perfection, served with lettuce, pico de gallo and chipotle ranch. Sub Shrimp

CENTER-CUT PORK CHOPS

Two center-cut pork chops flame broiled and seasoned with pepper supreme.

GRILLED SALMON

Fresh fillet of salmon, seasoned and charbroiled.

RIBEYE

12oz ribeye steak, seasoned and broiled to your liking. Two center-cut pork chops flame broiled and seasoned with pepper supreme.

SMOTHERED CHICKEN

Grilled chicken breast, topped with sautéed onions, mushrooms, American and Swiss cheeses and finished with bacon.

SIRLOIN

A steak lovers' steak! 8oz sirloin flame-broiled to perfection.

SEARED STEAK TIPS

Tender, juicy sirloin tips seared to perfection, topped with mushrooms, onions and demi sauce.

Pasta

Served with house salad.

BLACKENED SHRIMP LINGUINE

Cajun sautéed shrimp pasta with creamy cajun sauce, andouille sausage and julienned onions and peppers.

CHICKEN BROCCOLI ALFREDO

Simple and delightful! Sautéed chicken and broccoli tossed with fettuccine noodles and our homestyle creamy Alfredo sauce. Sub Shrimp

JAMBALAYA

Our version of a classic! Sautéed chicken, andouille sausage, shrimp, fish and creole sauce served alongside basmati rice.

CHICKEN MAC N' CHEESE

Oven baked creamy mac n' cheese with fresh sautéed chicken, creamy American cheese sauce and cavatappi noodles.
Teriyaki Prime Wrap
North 40 Burger
Famous Fish
SIDES: Vegetables, Beer Battered Fries, Mashed Potatoes, Wild Rice, Kettle Chips, Salt & Vinegar Fries & Coleslaw

Baskets

All baskets include French fries.

PANKO SHRIMP

Panko breaded, butterflied and served with zesty cocktail sauce.

MURDO'S FAMOUS FISH

1/2 pound of hand breaded Murdo's famous fish, deep fried to a golden brown.

CHICKEN STRIPS

Breaded tender strips of chicken breast, deep fried.

Greens

House SALAD

SOUTHWEST Chicken SALAD

Fresh greens topped with a blackened chicken breast, bacon, shredded cheese, pico de gallo, black bean corn salsa and tortilla straws

SIRLOIN SALAD

Fresh greens, sirloin steak, bacon strips, cucumber salsa, feta crumbles.

SALMON SALAD

Blackened salmon, romaine, sautéed onions and peppers, hard-boiled egg and tomato.
  • Murdo's Signature Item
  • Ask About Gluten Free Options
  • We Proudly Serve Certified Angus Beef®

*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.

Speciality Drinks

Speciality Drinks

Murdo’s serves a variety of refreshing cocktails that you are sure to enjoy. Stop in for a drink with friends or pair one with your meal!

Restaurant in Crofton, Nebraska

Cocktails

Strawberry Basil Moscow Mule

6.50
Tito's, strawberry, basil, ginger beer and lime.

Peach Mojito

6.50
Bacardi, peach, club soda, mint and lime.

Melon Cooler

7
Tito's, watermelon, Redbull and pineapple.

Spicy Murdorita

7
Espolòn Silver, agave, watermelon, jalapeño and lime.
  • Murdo's Signature Item
  • Ask About Gluten Free Options

Desserts

Desserts

There’s always room for dessert! You won’t regret finishing your meal with one of our tasty options. Served all day.

NEW YORK CHEESECAKE

Classic style cheesecake with choice of sauce.

TIRAMISU

Authentic tiramisu dessert sure to cheer you up!

FRIED ICE CREAM

A unique way of having your ice cream and eating it too!

CHOCOLATE CAKE

3 layer chocolate cake layered with rich, creamy chocolate frosting.

ROOT BEER FLOAT

New York Cheesecake
Tiramisu
Fried Ice Cream
  • Murdo's Signature Item
  • Ask About Gluten Free Options
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About Us

Murdo’s Aten Resort, originally named Aten’s Fishing Resort, was opened by Bud & Hazel Rurup in the mid-1950’s. Aten’s sold bait and fishing tackle and rented cabins, along with their now locally famous restaurant. Aten’s was purchased by Jerry & Naomi Tramp in 1969 and then Badger (Greg) & Lori Bailey in 1976. This was when Aten’s became well known for selling fish and their fish fry Friday nights. In 1990, Don Edwards (better known as Murdo) joined into the Aten’s family, which officially became Murdo’s in 1994.

Located on the Nebraska Bank of the Missouri River, with stunning riverside views of Gavins Point Dam, Yankton and the Missouri River, Murdo’s offers fish, steaks, seafood, burgers, chicken, salads, desserts, drinks and more!

Brad Bohnet purchased Murdo’s in 2015, and the most recent owners, Lauren Soukup and Ramiro Nino, have been running the restaurant since 2019.

Murdo's Aten Resort in Northeast Nebraska

Reviews

"Beautiful scenery by the lake while you eat. Great food and peaceful atmosphere. Very relaxing."

Tricia M

"My meal, Maple Bourbon steak tips and sautéed veggies, was awesome. The service was very timely, and our wait staff was very attentive and pleasant! Highly recommend and would definitely drive to Crofton, NE again to eat here!"

Robyn O

"Yummy food, friendly service, great place to meet friends and catch up."

Peggy S

"Great food! (Walleye), excellent service and good price."

Mary B

"Every time I come in the service and food are spectacular. Would recommend! Beautiful view of the river as well."

Tess O

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  • Address

    55421 NE-121
    Crofton, NE 68730

  • Phone

    402.388.4455

  • Hours

    Wed-Sat: 5-9pm
    Sun: 9:30am-2:30pm

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