Dusty's Cellar – American
Tucked away with an inviting, subterranean charm, Dusty’s Cellar welcomes guests into a convivial space where the hum of conversation pairs perfectly with the aroma of warm, salted Bavarian pretzels and sizzling bacon-and-bourbon Brussels sprouts. The kitchen excels at elevated comfort, turning out vibrant shareable plates like zesty spicy feta dip and golden, coconut-crusted shrimp that transform a casual gathering into a flavorful celebration. Whether you’re crunching into loaded tap room nachos or savoring cheesy potato croquettes, every bite captures the spirit of a relaxed neighborhood retreat designed for lingering over drinks and indulgent bites.
1839 West Grand River Avenue, Okemos MI 48864 https://dustyscellar.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, vegetarian, vegan, keto, low-carb, mediterranean, pescatarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, plant-based, low-fat, whole30, paleo, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, gerd, low-cholesterol, south-beach, atkins, tlc, renal, volumetrics, alkaline, carnivore, zone, macrobiotic
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its incredible food and perfectly portioned dishes, guests consistently praise the welcoming service and deep menu knowledge provided by the staff. Diners rave about the memorable atmosphere, noting that the inviting ambiance makes it a standout choice for those seeking a high-quality dining experience.
Menu
Appetizers
- Spicy Feta Dip - $14: Whipped feta cheese blended with diced tomatoes & green chilies. Served with pita chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips & Dip - $8: Homemade tortilla chips with choice of queso, salsa, or guacamole Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tap Room Nachos - $17: House made tortilla chips with chicken, beef or black bean topped with cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, peppers, jalapeno Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon & Bourbon Brussels Sprouts - $12: Flash fried sprouts in house bourbon glaze topped with asiago cheese and diced tomatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheesy Potato Croquettes - $10: Mashed potatoes filled with cheddar, asiago and mozzarella cheese, breaded and fried. Served with citrus aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jalapeno Pretzel - $8: Classic baked pretzel stuffed with jalapeno cream cheese and served with chipotle ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coconut-Crusted Shrimp - $15: Seven crispy shrimp served with home made spicy orange sriracha sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bavarian Pretzel Sticks - $9: Bavarian pretzel dough hand twisted & baked. Served with sticky honey dijon mustard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southwestern Egg Rolls - $10: Spicy chicken, corn & beans rolled in flour tortillas, deep fried & served with chipotle ranch Available at: dinner, lunch
- Boneless Chicken Wings - $10: 8 BBQ, buffalo or hot boneless wings. Served with bleu cheese or ranch & celery sticks Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Chicken Wings - $15: 6 BBQ, buffalo or spicy honey citrus classic wings. Served with bleu cheese or ranch & celery sticks Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carpaccio - $15: Thin Shaved Beef, Arugula, Gran Cru Pecorino, Fried Capers, EVOO Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrata - $16: Fresh Mozzarella filled with Stracciatella, Roasted Tomatoes, Tapenade, Fennel Dust Available at: dinner, lunch
- Polenta Fries - $13: Crispy Fried Polenta Sticks, Fra Diavolo Sauce, Gran Cru Pecorino Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roast Garlic Cannellini Bean Dip - $13: Crispy Chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Formaggio Cheese Board - $17: Gorgonzola, Fontina, Taleggio, Valencia Almonds, Fig Jam Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Frito Misto - $19: Flash Fried Shrimp, Scallops, Calamari, Lemon Herb Crema Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Charcuterie - $18: Prosciutto, Coppa, Genoa Salami, Focaccia, Whipped Ricotta Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Chicken Caesar Salad - $8.95: Grilled chicken breast marinated in jerk seasoning on a bed of romaine lettuce with shredded asiago cheese, house-baked croutons, and house key lime Caesar dressing Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dusty's Chopped Salad - $10.49: Romaine lettuce topped with tomato, chopped egg, kalamata olives, red onions, sliced almonds, heart of palm, bleu cheese, and hard salami with honey mustard vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dusty's House Salad - $7.45: Mixed greens, walnuts, grape tomatoes, heart of palm, honey mustard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dusty's Cobb Salad - $16: Grilled or blackened chicken breast served over romaine, crumbled bleu cheese, diced tomatoes, chopped egg, bacon crumbles and onions Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Salad - $17: Fresh farm raised salmon (grilled, baked or blackened) over romaine, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, shredded carrots Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach Salad - $12: Fresh spinach, crumbled bleu cheese, dried cranberries, candied walnuts and red onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Salad - $15: Shredded chicken, ground beef or black beans over tortilla strips & lettuce topped with onions, peppers, tomatoes, jalapenos & cheddar cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sicilian Chopped Salad - $14: Romaine, Arugula, Hearts of Palm, Salami, Pine Nuts, Red Onion, Grape Tomato, Ricotta Salata, Lemon Vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caprese - $12: Fior de Latte, Tomato, Basil, EVOO, Grilled Focaccia Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Chicken Parmesan - $10.95: Breaded and fried chicken breast baked with marinara and shredded asiago cheese. Served over linguine pesto pasta with seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Golumpki - $9.95: Green cabbage rolled with beef and rice stewed in a savory tomato sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Chicken - $13.99: Baked chicken breast topped with garlic-herb cream stuffing with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes. Served with seasonal vegetable and side of the day Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bistro Meatloaf - $11.95: Ground pork and beef with diced vegetables and herbs topped with hunter sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cabernet Braised Beef - $15.95: Braised boneless short rib cooked with Worcestershire, molasses, and burgundy & kalamata olives. Side of mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables Available at: dinner, lunch
- Michigan Cherry Chicken - $13.95: Chicken breast with dried cherry-whole grain mustard sauce, served with seasonal vegetable and wild rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Maple Glazed Salmon - $15.95: Baked salmon over a bed of wild rice. Served with seasonal vegetables and maple glaze Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Fillet - $20: Fresh, farm raised salmon prepared grilled, blackened or baked. Served with mashed potatoes and choice of vegetable Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tap Room Pot Pie - $18: Tender chicken, peas, carrots, celery, onion and fresh herbs in a light gravy and topped with a buttered golden pastry Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish & Chips - $18: Beer battered cod fried golden brown with beer battered fries and coleslaw Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Branzino - $29: Sea Bass, Roasted Tomato Relish, Nduja Brown Butter, Squash Purée, Garlic Greens Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Shank - $38: Red Wine Rosemary Demi-glace, Sour Cream Potato Mash, Baby Carrots Available at: dinner, lunch
- Filet Mignon - $39: Sour Cream Chive Mash, Black Garlic Demi, Carrots and Greens Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Tuscan Lasagna - $10.95: Fresh pasta sheets layered with a marinara-beef sauce, herbs, garlic, and mozzarella cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguine & Meatballs - $10.95: Linguine pasta topped with beef meatballs, marinara sauce and mozzarella and provolone cheeses Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Mac & Cheese - $12.95: Lobster, crab, fish, and shrimp in five-cheese cream sauce with penne pasta, garlic, vegetable stock, old bay seasoning, herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Three Cheese Penne Rigate - $13: Penne pasta tossed in cheddar, asiago & mozzarella cheese sauce accented with Jamaican jerk spice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Portobello Stuffed Truffle Ravioli - $15: Portobello mushroom, black truffle & Italian cheeses wrapped in egg basta then tossed in creamy pesto sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cacio e Pepe - $18: Toasted Cracked Black Peppercorns, Pecorino Romano, Focaccia Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carbonara - $19: Linguine, Guanciale, Onion, Egg Yolk, Pecorino, Cracked Tellicherry Peppercorn Available at: dinner, lunch
- Penne alla Vodka - $23: San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Cream, Vodka, Pecorino, Seared Chicken Breast Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers & Sandwiches
- The Tap Room Classic Burger - $15: Traditional burger with lettuce, tomato and onions Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Salmon Wrap - $18: Grilled or blackened salmon wrapped in a flour tortilla with fresh baby spinach, tomato and onion, dill and lemon remoulade Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Reuben - $16: Hand carved turkey breast, coleslaw, thousand island dressing and swiss cheese on grilled marble rye Available at: dinner, lunch
- Corned Beef Reuben - $16: Carved corned beef topped with sauerkraut, thousand island dressing and swiss cheese on grilled marble rye Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Cannoli - $4: Filled with a lightly sweet mascarpone and citrus cream, topped with chocolate & pistachios Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Key Lime Pie - $7: Authentic creamy & refreshing key lime in a graham cracker cookie crust
- Bakery Brownie - $8: Huge chocolate fudge brownie topped with chocolate fondant and mini chocolate chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- New York Cheesecake - $36: New York style cheesecake on a buttery graham base Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Sides
- Beer Battered French Fries - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Vidalia Onion Rings - $6.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mashed Potatoes - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic and Buttered Naan Bread - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
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