If you find yourself near Onekama, Michigan, do yourself a favor ad make a stop at the Blue Slipper Tavern. This local gem offers great food, excellent service, and a relaxed, welcoming...
Blue Slipper Tavern
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History
The Blue Slipper Tavern got its name from the shape of Portage Lake. It opened in the late 1870s as Hans Hansen's, but shortly after received the name it is today!
Specialties
A historic tavern built in the 1880's, serving cocktails, draft and bottled beer, a variety of wine and local ciders. Appetizer menu available with regular food trucks on the property for additional food choices.
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Reviews

This classic Onekama is back. Come for the ambiance and the great beer selection. Glad to it re-opened with committed new owners. Limited apps and simple menu items include; burgers, hot dogs,...
Health department really needs to visit this place. I sat out in on the patio where you could see inside the kitchen and it was completely disgusting in there. I think the burger I got had rotten....

Stopped by the Blue Slipper Tavern this past Sunday on our way back from Traverse City. We just wanted to break up the drive with a cocktail. The lady bartender was nice, but the guy bartender was...
After being told to seat ourselves, we waited for upward of 10 minutes for someone to take our drink order (this is not a large restaurant). At least 2 other tables who had come in after us had...
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