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Rare Bird Brewpub
229 Lake Ave
Traverse City, MI 49684
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Featured Items
- Classic Burger
1/4 lb all natural beef, American cheese, pickles, lettuce, tomato, onion, and garlic aioli. Served on a Common Good Bakery brioche bun with frites
$14.00 - Curry Chicken Sandwich
Fried chicken breast, curry lime coleslaw, and spicy Rare Bird honey drizzle. Served on a Common Good Bakery brioche bun
$14.00 - Pub Burger
1/2 lb Michigan beef, gorgonzola, bacon, crispy onions, BBQ, lettuce, tomato, and garlic aioli. Served on a Common Good Bakery brioche bun with frites
$17.00
DRINKS
Crowler
- 3 Pack Crowler Deal $26
Choose any combination of 3 Rare Bird beers in 32 ounce crowlers
$26.00 - Blood Orange You Witty? Crowler
Witbier. A classic Belgian recipe with a juicy blood orange twist. Made with all local grains *Gluten Reduced* 6% ABV, 15 IBU
$10.00 - Chuka As
New Zealand IPA. Motueka, Riwaka, and Waimea hops give citrus, guava, and stone fruit notes.So good it will make your heart Chuka As.*Gluten Reduced*
$10.00 - El Guante Crowler
Mexican Lager. Extremely light and easy drinking. Made with a traditional Mexican Lager yeast and grain bill to give you an authentic south of the border beer. Salud! *Gluten Reduced*
$10.00 - Homeschool Dropouts Crowler
Red Ale. A slightly hoppier version of your standard red or amber ale. Brewed with Red X malt, Cascade, Centennial, and Chinook hops. *gluten reduced
$10.00 - Kushy Punch Crowler
American IPA. A delicious brew with a huge hop finish that will punch your taste buds. Equinox, Citra, Galaxy and Mosaic hops. Winner of the 2018 IPA Challenge! *Gluten Reduced*
$10.00 - Neon Tiki Party Crowler$10.00
- No Pressure Crowler
Imperial Stout. 2X TC Stout Challenge winner! Made with Higher Grounds French Roast coffee, chocolate, and a touch of vanilla*Gluten Reduced*
$12.00 - Pseudo Sabro Crowler
Session IPA. Sabro hops and Kviek Hornindal yeast give this juicy IPA a fruity twist with notes of pineapple and citrus. 5% abv, 49 IBU,
$10.00 - Puteketeke Pils Crowler$10.00
- Rosé The Riveter Crowler
Rose Blonde Ale. Brewed with raspberries and pomegranate to provide a crisp, fruity finish that's not too sweet. We can drink it! *Gluten Reduced* 5.8% ABV, 14 IBU.
$10.00 - Scheisse Show Crowler
Double IPA. 8.9% Well balanced and double dry hopped with Amarillo, Citra and Mosaic. The initial bitterness gives way to a slightly sweet finish from local honey. A little something to ease the scheisse show of 2020. *Gluten Reduced*
$12.00 - Vajaha Crowler
American Blonde Ale. Brewed with vanilla, Higher Grounds coffee, and hazelnuts. One of Tina's classics! *Gluten Reduced* 5.8% ABV 20 IBU
$10.00 - Pango Sour Crowler$10.00
Growler (Only New Growlers Can Be Purchased Online)
- Blood Orange You Witty Growler
Witbier. A classic Belgian recipe with a juicy blood orange twist. Made with all local grains *Gluten Reduced* 6% ABV, 15 IBU
$18.00 - Chief's Coconut Brown Growler
American Brown Ale. The roasted malt profile lends well to the subtitle nutty flavor from real coconut. *Gluten reduced. 5.8% abv, 19 IBU.
$18.00 - Chuka As Growler
New Zealand IPA. Motueka, Riwaka, and Waimea hops give citrus, guava, and stone fruit notes.So good it will make your heart Chuka As.*Gluten Reduced*
$18.00 - El Guante Growler
Mexican lager. Extremely light and easy drinking. Made with a traditional Mexican lager yeast and malt bill to give you an authentic south of the border beer. Salud! *Gluten Reduced*
$18.00 - Homeschool Dropouts Growler
Red Ale. A slightly hoppier version of your standard red or amber ale. Brewed with Red X malt, Cascade, Centennial, and Chinook hops. *gluten reduced
$18.00 - Kushy Punch Growler
American IPA/ A delicious brew with a huge hop finish that will punch your taste buds. Equinox, Citra, Galaxy and Mosaic hops. Winner of the 2018 IPA Challenge! *Gluten Reduced*
$18.00 - Neon Tiki Party Growler$18.00
- No Pressure Growler
Imperial Stout. 2X TC Stout Challenge winner! Made with Higher Grounds French Roast coffee, chocolate, and a touch of vanilla *Gluten Reduced*
$21.00 - Pango Growler$18.00
- Puteketeke Pils Growler$18.00
- Rosé The Riveter Growler
Rosé Blonde Ale. Brewed with raspberries and pomegranate to provide a crisp, fruity finish that's not too sweet. *gluten reduced*
$18.00 - Scheisse Show Growler
Double IPA. 8.9% Well balanced and double dry hopped with Amarillo, Citra and Mosaic. The initial bitterness gives way to a slightly sweet finish from local honey. A little something to ease the scheisse show of 2020. *Gluten Reduced*
$20.00 - Vajaha Growler
American Blonde. Brewed with vanilla beans, roasted coffee, and hazelnuts. One of Tina's classics. *Gluten Reduced*
$18.00 - Pseudo Sabro Growler
Session IPA. Sabro hops and Kviek Hornindal yeast give this juicy IPA a fruity twist with notes of pineapple and citrus. 5% abv, 49 IBU,
$18.00
Craft Cocktails Togo
- Coffee Martini
House made Cold Brew, Rare Bird Coffee Liqueur, Michigan Vodka
- Craft Cosmo
Our crafty take on a classic cosmo. Michigan made vodka, fresh lime juice, triple sec and cranberry
- Cran Orange Whiskey Sour
A delightful cold weather cocktail. Cranberry, orange, and lemon juice, whiskey, ginger beer and a little simple. The perfect balance of sweet and sour
- Crowler 32 Oz Huckleberry Lime Bird Claw
Rare Bird's very own Huckleberry Lime flavored hard seltzer
$20.00 - Grapefruit Rose
Michigan Vodka, Grapefruit Juice, Rose Essence, Lime, Simple, and Champagne
- Margarita
Our famous margarita on tap, to-go. Made from scratch with fresh lime juice, Exotico Tequila Blanco, Triple Sec, and simple syrup. Have it straight up or add your favorite flavors! Choose up to 2 flavors. Pure fruit puree- no added sugar or artificial flavors
- Montana Mule
Michigan Whiskey, Northwood's Ginger Beer and fresh lime juice
- Old Fashioned
Kentucky Bourbon, splash of local cherry juice, orange bitters
- Guava Bliss
Michigan vodka, real passionfruit, orange and guava juice, fresh basil, lime juice, simple syrup.
- Traverse 75
Our take on a French 75 with a Michigan twist: MI made Well Gin, lemon juice, simple and champagne
- Paloma
- Mojito
Mojito
FOOD
Starters
- Chips N Salsa
Home made tortilla chips served with our mild red salsa. *Vegan and gluten free but fried in a shared fryer
$5.00 - Fried Cheese Curds
Fresh Michigan cheese curds house battered with Great Lakes Potato Chips and deep fried for ooey gooey goodness
$11.00OUT OF STOCK - Dirty Bird Fries
Cheese sauce, pickled jalapeños, bacon, and scallions. *Gluten free but fried in a shared fryer
$13.00 - Pecorino Garlic Dusted Fries
Served with artichoke and white truffle dip. *Gluten free but fried in a shared fryer
$10.00 - Small Pecorino Garlic Dusted Fries
Served with artichoke white truffle dip. *Gluten free but fried in a shared fryer
$7.00 - Portobello Truffle Fries
Tempura fried portobello mushrooms tossed in white truffle oil and pecorino cheese. Served with garlic aioli. *Gluten free but fried in a shared fryer
$11.00 - Hummus Board
House made roasted red pepper hummus topped with roasted red peppers. Served with house made tortilla chips and vegetables. *Vegan and gluten free but fried in a shared fryer
$12.00 - Nachos
Pork belly, free range chicken, or black bean. House made tortilla chips, salsa verde, pickled cabbage, avocado cream, cheese sauce, cotija cheese, fresh jalapeños, and cilantro. *Gluten free but fried in a shared fryer
$17.00 - Half Nacho
Our famous nachos but just a half order. *Gluten free but fried in a shared fryer
$10.00 - Pimento Cheese$12.00
- Pretzel Sticks
3 soft pretzel sticks served with house made beer whole grain mustard and cheese sauce
$10.00 - Smoked Trout Dip
Smoked Michigan trout with cream cheese base. Served with house made tortilla chips and veggies. *gluten free but chips share a fryer
$12.00 - Wings
1 pound of fried chicken wings with your choice of sauce or rub. *Gluten free but fried in a shared fryer
$14.00 - Small Plain Fries$5.00
- Large Plain Fries$9.00
Salads
- Side Salad
Spring Mix, cucumber, oven roasted tomatoes, and cabbage mix. *Gluten free and vegan dependent on dressing
$4.00 - Beet Salad
Spring mix, house roasted and slightly pickled beets, red onions, spiced pipits, and house lemon ricotta cheese. Choice of dressing. *Gluten free
$13.00 - Buddha Bowl
Quinoa, roasted red peppers, fresh greens, cucumbers, red onion, hummus and cotija cheese. Served with apple cider vinaigrette. *Gluten free and option to be vegan with no cheese and tahini vinaigrette
$14.00 - Caesar Salad
Romaine, sourdough croutons, red onion, pecorino, and house made Caesar dressing. *Can be made gluten free with no croutons
$13.00 - Cherry Chicken Salad
Spring mix, grilled chicken, dried cherries, toasted walnuts, and gorgonzola. Gluten free
$15.00 - Cobb Salad
Grilled chicken, romaine lettuce, hard boiled eggs, bacon, scallions, crumbled gorgonzola, marinated oven roasted tomato, and avocado. *Gluten free
$16.00
Sandwiches and Burgers
- Banh Mi Sandwich
Michigan pork belly or fried chicken breast, Sriracha aioli, cilantro, radish, pickled cabbage, and quick pickles. Served on a toasted Common Good Bakery ciabatta roll. *Can be made gluten free if you choose pork as your protein
$14.00 - Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Fried chicken breast, bleu cheese crumbles, bleu cheese dressing, Buffalo sauce and shredded celery, served on a Common Good Bakery brioche bun with frites
$14.00 - Chipotle Black Bean Burger
Chipotle black bean patty, caramelized onion, lettuce, tomato, and avocado cream. Served on a Common Good Bakery brioche bun. Can be made gluten free and vegan
$15.00 - Classic Burger
1/4 lb all natural beef, American cheese, pickles, lettuce, tomato, onion, and garlic aioli. Served on a Common Good Bakery brioche bun with frites
$14.00 - Curry Chicken Sandwich
Fried chicken breast, curry lime coleslaw, and spicy Rare Bird honey drizzle. Served on a Common Good Bakery brioche bun
$14.00 - Lamb Burger
7 oz. NZ lamb, herbs, lemon ricotta, onion apple chutney, and spring mix. Cooked medium. Served on a Common Good Bakery brioche bun
$17.00 - Pub Burger
1/2 lb Michigan beef, gorgonzola, bacon, crispy onions, BBQ, lettuce, tomato, and garlic aioli. Served on a Common Good Bakery brioche bun with frites
$17.00 - Turkey Club Sandwich
Michigan turkey, cider cured bacon, Swiss cheese, garlic aioli, lettuce and tomato on Common Good Bakery whole wheat sourdough
$15.00 - Vegan Burger
1/4 lb Impossible Burger, vegan cheddar, pickles, lettuce, tomato, onion, and vegan mayo. Served on a bun with fries
$16.00
Tacos
- Fried Avocado Tacos
Fried avocado, Sriracha mayo, pickled jalapeños, fresh radish, cotija cheese, and cilantro
$14.00 - Blackened Mahi Tacos
Mahi Mahi, cabbage mix, mango jalapeño salsa, Sriracha aioli, fresh radish, and cilantro. *Gluten free but chips share a fryer
$14.00 - Grilled Chicken Tacos
Grilled chicken, cotija cheese, diced white onion, house made salsa verde, garlic aioli, and cilantro. *Gluten free but chips share a fryer
$13.00 - Korean Pork Belly Tacos
Seared Michigan pork belly, sweet and tangy Korean BBQ sauce, kimchi, and cucumbers. *Gluten free modification possible but chips share a fryer
$13.00
Kids Menu
- Cheesy Fries
Large order of fries served with our house made cheese sauce
$6.00 - Chips And Cheese Sauce
Home made tortilla chips served with our house made cheese sauce
$6.00 - Kids Cheeseburger
1/4 all natural beef, plain with American cheese. Served with fries
$8.00 - Kids Chicken Nuggets
Classic chicken nuggets served with fries. It's what the kids want!
$8.00 - Kids Grilled Cheese$8.00
- Mac n Cheese
Just like mom makes. Served with fries.
$8.00 - Apple Slices$3.00
Sauces
- Side of Ranch Dressing$1.50
- Side of White Truffle Dip$1.50
- Side of Apple Cider Vinaigrette$1.50
- Side of BBQ$1.50
- Side of Bleu Cheese Dressing$1.50
- Side of Buffalo Sauce$1.50
- Side of Cheese Sauce$1.50
- Side of Garlic Aioli$1.50
- Side of Salsa$1.50
- Side of Sriracha Aioli$1.50
- Side of Tahini Vineigarette$1.50
- Side of Avocado Crema$1.50
Sunday | 11:45 am - 9:00 pm |
Monday | 11:45 am - 9:00 pm |
Tuesday | 11:45 am - 9:00 pm |
Wednesday | 11:45 am - 9:00 pm |
Thursday | 11:45 am - 9:00 pm |
Friday | 11:45 am - 9:00 pm |
Saturday | 11:45 am - 9:00 pm |
A place for options for all. Not only do we brew our own award winning beer but have taps from all around the world. We also have wine, cider and liquor including our popular house made cocktails on tap. Feeling hungry? Our menu offers an eclectic mix of pub favorites with a worldly twist made from scratch