Presidential Brewing Company · Portage, MI
Starters in Portage, MI
Wings, dips, fries, and tot skillets built to share. Start your epic evening with one of these incredible options and pair it with a flight of 5 beers.
Tue–Sat: 12pm–10pm
Sun: 12pm–8pm
Mon: Closed
Starters to share before a pint
If you are looking for appetizers in Portage or something to share before a burger, start here. Wings, dips, fries, and tot skillets lead the way.
Start with Beer Cheese Dip. Our beer cheese uses our very own Calvin Creamidge! Be sure to upgrade to the giant soft pretzel, you won't regret it.
Dips, curds, fries, and onion rings are also available. Loaded tot skillets are the creative appetizers you never knew you were missing out on. Pair any of these options with a flight of 5 beers and you will be on a path to an incredible night at Presidential Brewing.
Starters on the menu
Names, descriptions, prices, and photos below match what is for sale now. Tap a starter if you want the full write-up.
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Beer Cheese Dip
$6
Get it nowOur beer cheese uses our very own Calvin Creamidge! Be sure to upgrade to the giant soft pretzel, you won't regret it.
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Boneless Wings
$14
Get it nowMmmmmm. Wings. Can you really go wrong with this option? You get 8 crispy fried boneless wings, tossed in your choice of BBQ, Buffalo Sauce, or Garlic Parmesan sauce. Vegan upgrade available! Serve with a side of Bleu Cheese or Ranch along with Carrots and Celery.
Sauces: BBQ, Buffalo, Garlic Parmesan, Golden BBQ, Gochujang, Sweet Chili, and Naked
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Buffalo Chicken Dip
$8
Get it nowThe winner of our March Dip Madness competition is now on our permanent menu! Using a cream cheese base, we mix in our buffalo chicken and serve it cold alongside of our house-fried tortilla chips.
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Buffalo Tot
$13
Get it nowA POTUS favorite... Deep fried tater tots, , house cheese blend, buffalo-marinated chicken, green onions, and bleu cheese crumbles. Served in a hot skillet. Best enjoyed with a Rutherford B. Haze!
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French Onion Dip
$6
Get it nowChips are just better with dips. This dip makes chip lovers 'round the world rejoice in unison.
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Jalapeno Popper Dip
$8
Get it nowOur Popper Dip App delivers a creamy, crave-worthy experience with its rich blend of house cheeses, cream cheese, and garlic aioli, perfectly balanced by the fiery kick of fresh jalapeños and bright green onions. Scooped up with crispy, salted tortilla chips, each bite offers a satisfying crunch giving way to molten, savory heat that lingers just long enough to demand another. Channeling the bold Tex-Mex spirit of Lyndon B. Johnson's Lone Star roots, this fall favorite turns any table into a presidential tasting room.
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Mozzarella Sticks
$12
Get it nowCrispy golden-fried mozzarella sticks deliver a satisfying crunch that gives way to a molten, stretchy cheese pull, creating an irresistible pub classic elevated with our brewery's signature touch. Each bite offers a perfect balance of savory, melty indulgence that's as commanding as a true Commander-in-Cheese. Served with your choice of Presidential Ranch or our house-made pizza sauce for dipping.
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Onion Rings
$11
Get it nowCrispy golden onion rings, fried to a satisfying crunch that yields to sweet, tender layers within, arrive ready to unite your taste buds in perfect harmony. Served alongside a cool, zesty jalapeno ranch for a bold kick that balances the richness, these rings deliver an elevated pub classic with a nod to Lincoln's enduring vision of unity. A fan favorite that pairs seamlessly with our craft brews.
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Plain Fry
$6
Get it nowCrispy golden fries emerge from the fryer with a satisfying crunch, generously dusted in our house salt blend of garlic, onion, paprika, and cracked black pepper for layers of savory depth that transform the everyday into something presidential. Beneath the bold, aromatic crust lies a fluffy interior that pairs perfectly with your pint, delivering a no-frills yet unforgettable bite worthy of Calvin Coolidge’s plainspoken restraint. This deceptively simple side proves that true leadership needs no embellishment.
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Plain Tot
$6
Get it nowOur classic fried tater tots, jazzed up with our signature Presidential tot seasoning.
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Tavern Tot
$12
Get it nowTavern Tots are a staple. Starting with our seasoned deep-fried tots, we add shredded cheese, bacon bits, green onions, then your choice of ranch or sour cream.
Confirm current availability and pricing when you order online.
Why these starters are worth the stop
These are not a generic fry basket with a new name. The dips and the beer cheese are made for this taproom, and the chips are fried here. That is the difference when you are comparing restaurants in Portage for a casual lunch or a table before trivia.
Share a skillet or a dip with the table, or make an appetizer your whole order and add a pint. Eat in, take it out, or get it delivered.
Starter questions
Where can I get appetizers in Portage, MI?
Presidential Brewing serves appetizers at 8302 Portage Road, Portage, MI 49002. Dine in the taproom, or get them for takeout or delivery.
What appetizers does Presidential Brewing serve?
The current appetizer menu includes Beer Cheese Dip ($6), Boneless Wings ($14), Buffalo Chicken Dip ($8), Buffalo Tot ($13), French Onion Dip ($6), Jalapeno Popper Dip ($8), Mozzarella Sticks ($12), Onion Rings ($11), Plain Fry ($6), Plain Tot ($6).
Can I order appetizers for takeout or delivery in Portage?
Yes. Get it now for takeout or delivery, or reserve a table if you want to eat in the taproom.
Are the appetizers good for sharing?
Yes. Wings, dips, fries, and tot skillets are built to share.