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Lunch Menu

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Parmesan Brussels Sprouts

Flash-fried with diced bacon, shaved Parmesan, drizzled with balsamic glaze. 20
Beer Battered Onion Rings

Beer-battered onion rings served with a side of Boom Boom sauce. 15
Giant Bavarian Pretzel

Colossal, soft and golden brown. Served with warm No Cars Allowed Cream Ale beer cheese and jalapeño mustard. 18
Famous Great Turtle Wings

Jumbo chicken wings, marinated 24 hours in our own secret blend of spices, then tossed in your choice of one of our signature sauces: traditional Buffalo, hot honey, Jamaican jerk, traditional BBQ. Served with house-made ranch or bleu cheese and celery. Available bone-in or boneless. 20
Mexican Street Corn Dip
Perfectly roasted street corn blended with pulled chicken breast, cream cheese, roasted chiles, fresh jalapeños and our signature spice blend. Topped with fresh salsa and served with crisp tortilla chips. 18
BBQ Burnt Ends
Chef’s favorite! Tender brisket burnt ends smoked and roasted for hours until fork-tender, then tossed in traditional sweet BBQ sauce. Served with mini pitas. 22
Smoked Whitefish Cakes
Our take on a traditional crab cake, only better! Smoked Great Lakes whitefish blended with panko breadcrumbs, roasted red peppers, sweet onions and our signature seasonings. Served with house-made chipotle aioli or tartar sauce and fresh lemon. 21
Garlic Lemon Hummus

Creamy hummus made with chickpeas and tahini, blended with bold garlic and lemon toum, finished with olive oil and warm spices. Served with mini pitas. 18
Island Calamari
Golden fried calamari, served with fried jalapeño rings and a side of Boom Boom sauce. 20
Great Lakes Smoked Whitefish Dip
A Mackinac Island classic. A creamy whipped blend of smoked whitefish, topped with mozzarella, capers and red onions. Served with mini pitas. 20

Entrée Salads

Classic Caesar Salad

Crisp romaine tossed in creamy Caesar dressing, topped with shaved Parmesan and crunchy croutons. 16
Summer Berry Salad

Mixed greens topped with fresh seasonal berries, dried cherries, pickled red onions and candied pecans. Served with raspberry walnut dressing. 18
Southwest Chicken Salad

Grilled Nashville hot chicken over mixed greens with roasted sweet corn, red and green peppers, slow-roasted onions, black beans and a Mexican cheese blend. Served with house-made Southwest ranch dressing. 24
Dressings: House-Made Ranch, Southwest Ranch, Bleu Cheese, Caesar, Raspberry Walnut Vinaigrette, Italian, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Poppy Seed, Honey Mustard
Add our fresh marinated chicken breast 7, brisket burnt ends 8 or blackened salmon 13

Soup

Beer Cheese Bisque

Made with No Cars Allowed Cream Ale, topped with Kielbasa. 8
Soup of the Day

Chef’s house made soup. 8

Handhelds

Our burgers are crafted from our custom Angus beef blend and cooked medium-well unless requested otherwise. Handhelds are served with kettle chips and a pickle unless otherwise noted. Substitute French fries for 4 or onion rings for 5. Gluten-free bun 3.
Great Turtle Burger

Angus burger grilled to perfection with lettuce, tomato and onion on a fresh bakery bun. Choose from cheddar, Swiss, American, provolone or beer cheese. 21
Skull Cave Whiskey BBQ Burger

Grilled Angus burger topped with our signature Great Turtle Whiskey BBQ sauce, sautéed mushrooms, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato and onion on a fresh bakery bun. 22
Sweet Potato Veggie Burger

A tasty veggie burger made with sweet potato, whole oats, quinoa, mixed rice, white, red and black beans, caramelized onions, garlic and cilantro. Served with lettuce, tomato and onion on a vegan pretzel bun. 19
Braised Beef Brisket

Tender, slow-braised beef brisket topped with melted cheddar cheese, zesty horseradish sauce and a crispy fried onion haystack. Served on a fresh hoagie roll from Michigan Bread Co. 24
Brewery Tacos
Three tacos; choose one protein brisket burnt ends, spicy shrimp, chicken tinga, vegan chorizo. Topped with house-made slaw, fresh salsa and a Mexican cheese blend. Served with house-made tortilla chips. 22
The Shell Yeah
If you’re up to the challenge! Two beef patties stacked with Swiss and cheddar, crisp bacon, braised short rib, an onion ring, beer cheese, sautéed mushrooms and onions, lettuce, tomato and onion. Served on a fresh bakery bun with a side of fries. 32
The Legendary Chicken Sandwich
Flash-fried and ultra-crispy chicken breast topped with pickles, fresh leaf lettuce and chipotle mayo on a pretzel bun. 20

Walleye Burger

Golden-battered walleye patty topped with American cheese and fresh leaf lettuce on a pretzel bun with house-made tartar sauce and a wedge of lemon. 20
Bacon Beer Cheese Burger

Grilled Angus burger topped with crisp bacon, an onion ring, house-made beer cheese, lettuce, tomato and red onion on a fresh bakery bun. 22
Braised Short Rib Grilled Cheese

Slow-braised beef short rib with caramelized onions and aged cheddar on toasted sourdough. 24
Sicilian Sourdough
Ham, pepperoni and salami layered with melted provolone and banana peppers on toasted sourdough. Served with zesty Italian dressing. 22

Entrees

No Cars Allowed Fish and Chips
A whole filet of Great Lakes whitefish dipped in our house-made beer batter and fried golden. Served with fries and tartar sauce. An island favorite! 29
Brisket Macaroni & Cheese
12-hour smoked brisket burnt ends served over four-cheese macaroni and cheese, topped with fried haystack onions, sautéed mushrooms and scallions. 32
Nashville Hot Chicken Macaroni & Cheese
Creamy white cheddar macaroni and cheese topped with Nashville hot chicken breast, spicy pickles, panko breadcrumbs and a drizzle of hot honey. 28
Chicken Strip Basket
Hand-breaded, golden-fried chicken tenders. Served with French fries and your choice of dipping sauce. 20

Flatbreads

Add Cauliflower Crust for an additional charge.
Margherita

Plump blistered tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and basil finished with a balsamic glaze. 23
Spice Pepperoni & Sweety Drop Pepper

Our signature pizza sauce topped with pepperoni, Sweety Drop peppers, fresh mozzarella, onions and basil, then finished with hot honey. 23
Braised Short Rib

Slow-braised beef short rib with caramelized onions, sauteed gourmet mushrooms and cream cheese horseradish sauce. Topped with shredded mozzarella, arugula and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. 23
Chicken Bacon Ranch

Grilled chicken, crispy bacon, red onion and melted mozzarella finished with a creamy house-made ranch drizzle. 23

Our delicious wood fired flatbreads are made to order

= Signature Dish

Ask your server about menu items that are cooked to order or served raw. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

Dinner Menu

Parmesan Brussels Sprouts
Flash-fried with diced bacon, shaved Parmesan, drizzled with balsamic glaze. 20
Giant Bavarian Pretzel
Colossal, soft and golden brown. Served with warm No Cars Allowed Cream Ale beer cheese and jalapeño mustard. 18
Garlic Lemon Hummus
Creamy hummus made with chickpeas and tahini, blended with bold garlic and lemon toum, finished with olive oil and warm spices. Served with mini pitas. 18
Famous Great Turtle Wings
Jumbo chicken wings, marinated 24 hours in our own secret blend of spices, then tossed in your choice of one of our signature sauces: traditional Buffalo, hot honey, Jamaican jerk, traditional BBQ. Served with house-made ranch or bleu cheese and celery. Available bone-in or boneless. 20
Mexican Street Corn Dip
Perfectly roasted street corn blended with pulled chicken breast, cream cheese, roasted chiles, fresh jalapeños and our signature spice blend. Topped with fresh salsa and served with crisp tortilla chips. 18
Island Calamari
Golden fried calamari, served with fried jalapeño rings and a side of Boom Boom sauce. 20

Smoked Whitefish Cakes
Our take on a traditional crab cake, only better! Smoked Great Lakes whitefish blended with panko breadcrumbs, roasted red peppers, sweet onions and our signature seasonings. Served with house-made chipotle aioli or tartar sauce and fresh lemon. 21
Great Lakes Smoked Whitefish Dip

A Mackinac Island classic. A creamy whipped blend of smoked whitefish, topped with mozzarella, capers and red onions. Served with mini pitas. 20

Classic Caesar Salad
Crisp romaine tossed in creamy Caesar dressing, topped with shaved Parmesan and crunchy croutons. 16
Summer Berry Salad
Mixed greens topped with fresh seasonal berries, dried cherries, pickled red onions and candied pecans. Served with raspberry walnut dressing. 18
Southwest Chicken Salad
Grilled Nashville hot chicken over mixed greens with roasted sweet corn, red and green peppers, slow-roasted onions, black beans and a Mexican cheese blend. Served with house-made Southwest ranch dressing. 24
Dressings: House-Made Ranch, Southwest Ranch, Bleu Cheese, Caesar, Raspberry Walnut Vinaigrette, Italian, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Poppy Seed, Honey Mustard
Add our fresh marinated chicken breast 7, brisket burnt ends 8 or blackened salmon 13

Add a house or Caesar salad 5
Brewhouse Fried Chicken
A Southern favorite, one pound of tender chicken, marinated, lightly breaded and fried to a crisp golden crust. Served with our famous garlic mashed potatoes and fresh vegetables. 28
Garlic Citrus Shrimp Linguine
Marinated shrimp sautéed in a buttery lemon, garlic and white wine sauce, then tossed with linguine and finished with fresh basil, Parmesan and a dash of crushed red pepper. 32
NY Strip Steak

14 oz Black Angus Choice New York Strip, seasoned with our signature blend of spices and cooked to your liking. Served with our extraordinary crispy Parmesan smashed potatoes and fresh vegetables. 48
No Cars Allowed Fish and Chips
A whole filet of Great Lakes whitefish, dipped in our house-made beer batter and fried golden. Served with fries and tartar sauce. 36
BBQ Sticky Ribs

Slow-braised St. Louis-style ribs flash-fried and tossed in our signature Great Turtle Whiskey BBQ sauce. Served with fresh grilled vegetables and garlic mashed potatoes. 37

Classic Meatloaf
Our signature blend of ground sirloin, chuck and fresh pork deliciously seasoned and combined with diced Vidalia onions, roasted red peppers, panko breadcrumbs and spices. Topped with our house-made sweet chili sauce. Served with our famous garlic mashed potatoes and fresh vegetables. 28
Brewery Fried Steak
Sirloin dipped in our signature batter, fried golden brown and topped with a bacon and roasted garlic white gravy. Served with our phenomenal Parmesan smashed potatoes and fresh vegetables. 32
Parmesan Encrusted Whitefish

Fresh Great Lakes whitefish lightly dusted with Parmesan and baked to perfection, then topped with a brown butter, white wine and caper sauce. Served with rice pilaf and fresh vegetables. 38
Honey Soy Glazed North Atlantic Salmon
Wild caught North Atlantic salmon filet, topped with a blend of clover honey, ginger, garlic and soy sauce. Served with rice pilaf and fresh vegetables. 38
Nashville Hot Chicken Macaroni and Cheese

Creamy white cheddar macaroni and cheese topped with Nashville hot chicken breast, spicy pickles, panko breadcrumbs and a drizzle of hot honey. 28
Brisket Macaroni & Cheese
12-hour smoked, marinated brisket burnt ends served over four-cheese macaroni and cheese, topped with fried haystack onions, sautéed mushrooms and scallions. 32

Add Cauliflower Crust for additional charge.
Margherita
Plump blistered tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and basil finished with a balsamic glaze. 23
Spicy Pepperoni & Sweety Drop Pepper
Our signature pizza sauce topped with pepperoni, Sweety Drop peppers, fresh mozzarella, onions and basil, then finished with hot honey. 23
Braised Short Rib
Slow-braised beef short rib with caramelized onions, sauteed gourmet mushrooms and cream cheese horseradish sauce. Topped with shredded mozzarella, arugula and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. 23
Chicken Bacon Ranch
Grilled chicken, crispy bacon, red onion and melted mozzarella finished with a creamy house-made ranch drizzle. 23

Our burgers are crafted from our custom Angus beef blend and cooked medium-well unless requested otherwise. Handhelds are served with kettle chips and a pickle unless otherwise noted. Substitute French fries for 4 or onion rings for 5. Gluten-free bun 3.
Great Turtle Burger

Angus burger grilled to perfection with lettuce, tomato and onion on a fresh bakery bun. Choose from cheddar, Swiss, American, provolone or beer cheese. 21
Bacon Beer Cheese Burger
Grilled Angus burger topped with crisp bacon, an onion ring, house-made beer cheese, lettuce, tomato and red onion on a fresh bakery bun. 22
Brewery Tacos
Three tacos; choose one protein brisket burnt ends, spicy shrimp, chicken tinga, vegan chorizo. Topped with house-made slaw, fresh salsa and a Mexican cheese blend. Served with house-made tortilla chips. 22
Braised Beef Brisket
Tender, slow-braised beef brisket topped with melted cheddar cheese, zesty horseradish sauce and a crispy fried onion haystack. Served on a fresh hoagie roll from Michigan Bread Co. 24
Walleye Burger
Golden-battered walleye patty topped with American cheese and fresh leaf lettuce on a pretzel bun with house-made tartar sauce and a wedge of lemon. 20
The Legendary Chicken Sandwich
Flash-fried and ultra-crispy chicken breast topped with pickles, fresh leaf lettuce and chipotle mayo on a pretzel bun. 20

Sweet Potato Veggie Burger
A tasty veggie burger made with sweet potato, whole oats, quinoa, mixed rice, white, red and black beans, caramelized onions, garlic and cilantro. Served with lettuce, tomato and onion on a vegan pretzel bun. 19
The Shell Yeah
If you are up to the challenge. Two beef patties stacked with Swiss and cheddar, crisp bacon, braised short rib, an onion ring, beer cheese, sautéed mushrooms and onions, lettuce, tomato and onion. Served on a fresh bakery bun with a side of fries. 32

Beer Cheese Bisque
Made with No Cars Allowed Cream Ale, topped with chopped kielbasa. 8
Soup of the Day
Chef’s house made soup. 8

Blueberry Lemon Cream Cake
Delicate lemon cream cake layered with BelGioioso mascarpone, topped with powdered sugar and served with fresh blueberry sauce. 14
Great Turtle Cheesecake
Creamy cheesecake layered with caramel, chocolate, and pecans, topped with even more of each and finished with milk chocolate ganache. 12

Our Beers

Craft brew lovers, rejoice! Great Turtle has some “out-of-the-shell” selections expertly crafted for every taste. Now available in 16-ounce can 4 packs for carryout from the restaurant and gift shop!

No Cars Allowed Cream Ale

Clean and refreshing taste. An easy drinking beer that is not too hoppy or malty. 4.3%
Pedal Fast IPA

The combination of Cascade and Centennial hops grown in Traverse City offers a nice aroma and smooth finish with a slightly bitter, refreshing after taste. This IPA will leave you wanting another. 4.0%
Hoban Street Stout

Made with Mackinac Island Fudge. This light bodied stout goes down easy on a summer day. Slow down and sip in the memories. 5.0%
Sugar Loaf Sour
A Bright, Tart Sour Bursting with Crisp Lemon-Lime Refreshment,
the Perfect Companion for Sunny Days and Scenic Views 4.6%
Peeling Happy Orange Wheat Ale

An easy drinking summer wheat beer made with fresh hand-zested and squeezed oranges. 4.9%
Rusty Fender Red Ale

An easy drinking red ale with a great balanced flavor. Cara Munich and Roast malt lend to the pretty
reddish hue and smooth malty finish. 4.9%
Big Aft Double IPA

Double IPA, Loaded with Citra Hops For a Nice Citrus Finish 7.3%
Two Bluffs Barrel Aged Amber Ale

Amber ale laid down into a whiskey barrel and aged to perfection. Notes of caramel, whiskey and vanilla. 8.5%
Round Island Fuzz
Light, easy drinking with passion fruit and mango. Perfect for a summer evening porch party. 4.5%
The Mackinac Peaches
Cider with Vibrant Sweet Peach Notes and Familiar Apple Undertones. Be Transported to Orchards in Full Bloom, Where the Essence of Summer Fills the Air. 5.5%
Lime to Me
Easy-drinking lager ideal for soaking up the sun or unwinding after a long day. Experience a crisp and clean profile, with a perfect balance of zesty lime and subtle saltiness. 4.5%
Shell Yeah Porter
The creaminess of peanut butter and vanilla paired with the crispness of malt combine to bring you this easy drinking porter. 6.3%

Our Spirits

Craving the latest craft cocktail? Our mixologists make it better with our signature spirits.

Great Turtle Vodka
80 PROOF – GLUTEN FREE

Made From Michigan Sweet Corn, Crisp, With Fresh Orange Peel, Provides a Clean Citrus Finish.
Great Turtle Gin
80 PROOF – GLUTEN FREE

Botanical Gin with Lemons, Limes, Ginger, Coriander, Cardamon and Juniper Berries
Great Turtle Rum
80 PROOF – GLUTEN FREE

Amber Rum with Hints of Peach, Molasses and Apricot, With a Hint of Our Signature Spice Blend
Great Turtle Whiskey
80 PROOF – GLUTEN FREE

American Sweet Mash Aged in Medium Charred Oak Barrels for Three Years, Caramel Color with a Hint of Smoke.

Our Cocktails

Off the Dock
Great Turtle Vodka, Simple Syrup, House-Made Strawberry Lemonade
Shell Time
Great Turtle Rum, Melon Liqueur, Lime and Pineapple Juice
Lost on Mackinac
Great Turtle Whiskey, Blue Curacao, Sour, with a Splash of Lemonade
Somewhere in Time
Great Turtle Gin, Orange Juice, Prickly Pear Syrup and Lime Juice
Painted Turtle Flight

A Colorful Flight of All four of Our Signature Cocktails that Include Our Great Turtle Vodka, Rum, Whiskey, and Gin !