Rooster Creek Tavern – American
This spirited gathering spot buzzes with a welcoming energy, where the hum of conversation mingles with the irresistible aroma of elevated tavern fare and creative small plates. The kitchen bridges the gap between classic comfort and global flair, offering everything from glaze-kissed gochujang cauliflower and tender steak bites to vibrant, citrus-bright salmon ceviche. It is a place designed for lingering, where friends gather over shared platters of savory meatballs and golden calamari fries in an atmosphere that feels both effortlessly cool and deeply familiar.
200, West Branch Street, Arroyo Grande, CA, 93420 +18054892509 https://www.roostercreektavern.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, high-protein, low-carb, keto, low-sodium, pescatarian, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, whole30, paleo, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, gerd, high-fiber, south-beach, atkins, tlc, zone, volumetrics, renal, alkaline, carnivore, aip, macrobiotic, slow-carb, lectin-free, juice-cleanse
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Artichoke Dip - $15: artichoke, 3 cheese gooey goodness, topped with pico, corn tortilla chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tenders - $16: crispy all natural chicken tenders. Choose: naked, buffalo, sweet bbq, mango habanero, nashville hot, gochujang, or nuclear Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Poke - $22: raw ahi tuna marinated in lime juice, sesame oil, soy and ponzu served with seaweed salad, avocado, crispy wontons, lettuce cups, choice of spicy mayo, wasabi & soy sauce Dietary tags: High-Fiber, Juice-Cleanse Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rooster Nachos - $16: corn tortilla chips, jack and cheddar cheese, pinquito beans, pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Bites - $23: seared flat iron, horseradish cream, chimichurri, garlic toast Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tavern Wings - $18: naked, buffalo, mango, habanero, sweet bbq, nashville hot, gochujang, or nuclear with carrots and celery Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tavern Meatballs - $17.5: 3 handmade angus meatballs, scratch marinara, parmesan, fresh basil, garlic toast Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari Fries (Full) - $20: house cocktail sauce, sriracha aioli Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Ceviche - $22.5: citrus-marinated salmon, cucumber, avocado, jalpeño, red onion, dehydrated olive, watermelon radish, micro-cilantro, corn tortilla chips Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Gochujang Cauliflower - $15: breaded fried cauliflower florets, sweet & spicy gochujang soy glaze, sesame seeds, green onion Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Rooster Salad - $15: local greens, red onion, roasted corn, feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, chipotle ranch dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Beet Salad - $17.5: local greens, balsamic vinaigrette, roasted red beets, capers, goat cheese, pickled red onions, candied pecans Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Caesar - $15: torn romaine, creamy caesar dressing, shaved parmigiano reggiano, garlic croutons Available at: dinner, lunch
- Little Gem Wedge - $17.5: little gem lettuce, blue cheese crumble, red onion, cherry tomatoes, candied pecans, crispy bacon bits, blue cheese dressing Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chopped Cobb - $21.5: chopped romaine, blue cheese crumbles, avocado, diced tomatoes, crispy bacon bits, hard cooked eggs, smoked and diced turkey breast, blue cheese dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Salad - $26: local greens, pan roasted line caught salmon, local strawberries, candied pecans, red onion, berry yogurt vinaigrette Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kale & Quinoa Salad - $17.5: tuscan kale, white quinoa, red onion, cherry tomato, goat cheese, breadcrumbs, citrus vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizzas
- Margherita - $17.5: plum tomato, fresh mozzarella, basil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac & Cheddar Pizza - $19: white sauce, elbow macaroni Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pepperoni & Soppressata - $20.5: red sauce, shredded mozzarella, pepperoni, soppressata, oregano, romano Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Veggie - $19: red sauce, squash, red onion, broccolini, thyme, goat cheese, arugula, balsamic glaze Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sausage & Mushroom - $21: white sauce, shredded mozzarella, italian sausage, crimini mushrooms Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nuevo Laredo - $22: sweet bbq sauce, cheddar cheese, mozzarella, diced chicken breast, bacon, charred red onion, roasted corn, cilantro Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Caesar Pizza - $21: white sauce, garlic, chili flake, grilled chicken, mozzarella, provolone, shredded romaine tossed in caesar dressing, parmesan, garlic bread crumbs Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prosciutto - $22: drizzle of herb oil, fresh mozzarella, thin sliced prosciutto, arugula, truffle oil 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
Burgers & Sandwiches
- The Burger - $20: 1/2 lb handmade chuck patty, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, toasted brioche bun Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rooster Burger - $24: 1/2 lb handmade chuck patty, local mushrooms, honey bacon, tomato, blue cheese crumbles, toasted bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tri Tip Dip - $22: thin sliced tri tip, crispy onions, horseradish mayo, grilled french roll, au jus Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- NY Style Pastrami - $22: swiss cheese, dijon mayo, pepperoncinis, grilled onions, grilled french roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- BLT - $21: honey bacon, mayo, lettuce, tomatoes, grilled sourdough Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Ciabatta - $20: grilled marinated chicken breast, tomato relish, pesto aioli, arugula, parmesan, ciabatta roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Turkey Sandwich - $20: roasted turkey breast, honey bacon, mayo, lettuce, tomato, ciabatta roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Melt - $19: olive oil poached ahi tuna salad, melted cheddar, arugula, sliced tomato, grilled sourdough Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Pulled Pork - $20: slow roasted pork carnitas, sweet bbq sauce, slaw, crispy onions, toasted bun Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Buttermilk Fried Chicken - $27: crispy breast, thigh, leg and wing, mashed potatoes, thyme & sage chicken gravy Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pacific Salmon - $32: pan roasted salmon, steamed rice, roasted chili flake broccolini, tomato almond vinaigrette Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Pot Pie - $23: deconstructed chicken pot pie, roasted chicken, peas, onions, carrots in a creamy sauce topped with flaky puff pastry Available at: dinner, lunch
- Macaroni & Cheese - $16: elbow macaroni, 3 cheese bechamel, crispy panko topping Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti & Meatballs - $23: three housemade angus meatballs, spaghetti, scratch marinara sauce, parmesan, basil Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- 14oz Grilled Ribeye - $49: chimichurri, garlic broccoli, mashed potatoes Available at: dinner
- Steak & Chips - $32: 10 oz grilled flat iron, truffle fries, bone broth reduction Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baby Back Ribs (Full) - $36: smokey-sweet bbq sauce, coleslaw, french fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Braised Beef Short Rib - $35: mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, cipollini onions Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatloaf - $27: sour cream mashed potatoes, crispy fried onions, bone broth reduction Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Stroganoff - $27: pappardelle pasta, mushrooms, marsala, breadcrumbs Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Natural Cut Fries - $8 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Potato Fries - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day - $8 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Bread - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mashed Potatoes - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Henhouse Slaw - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie of the Day - $8 Dietary tags: Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broccoli - $8 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili Flake Broccolini - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Rice - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side Salad - $8: choice of dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side Caesar - $8 Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac & Cheese Cup - $10 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Rooster Espresso Martini - $13.5: Hendry's Vodka, Kahlua, Cold Brew, Simple Syrup
- Cock-A-Doodle-Drop - $13.5: Citron Vodka, Orange Liqueur, Fresh Lemon, Simple Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Lilikoi Mojito - $13.5: Bacardi Rum, Passion Fruit Syrup, Fresh Mint, Simple, Lime, Soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Mezcal Negroni - $14.5: Nosotros Mezcal Mexicano, Campari, Antica Sweet Vermouth
- Perfect Pear - $14.5: Grey Goose La Poire (Pear) Vodka, St. Germain, Lemon Juice, Simple, Cinnamon-Sugar Rim Dietary tags: Juice-Cleanse
- Blackberry Old Fashioned - $14.5: Fresh Muddled Blackberries, Rod & Hammer's Rye, Angostura Bitters, Sugar, Orange Twist Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- 1944 Mai Tai - $14.5: Ron Zacapa Barrel Aged Rum, Orgeat, Fresh Lime, Orange Curacao Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Some Like It Hot - $14.5: Nosotros Tequila, Fresh Lime, Pineapple, Jalapeno, Cilantro, Agave, Tajine Rim Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Bee Keeper - $14.5: Hendricks Gin, Lemon Juice, Housemade Honey Syrup, Lavender Bitters Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Paper Plane - $14.5: Bulleit Bourbon, Aperol, Amaro Averna, Fresh Lemon
- Coco Chanel - $13.5: Bandero Tequila, Lemon Juice, Lime Juice, Agave, Coconut Puree Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
- Honey Hound - $14.5: Smirnoff Vanilla Vodka, Grapefruit, Lemon, Honey Syrup, Salted Rim Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Rooster Mule - $13: Choice of Vodka, Bourbon, Irish Whiskey, Blueberry, or Cucumber
- Aperol Spritz - $12: Aperol, Sparkling Wine, Soda, Water, Orange Twist
- Hugo Spritz - $12: St. Germain, Sparkling Wine, Soda, Water, Fresh Mint
- Short Street Sangria - $11: Red Wine, Fresh Lime and a touch of Plum Bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Berry Mockito - $9: Fresh Blackberries & Strawberries, Mint, Simple, Soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Tropical Vibe - $9: Pineapple, Coconut, Citrus, Grenadine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Citrus Refresher - $9: Orange, Lemon, Lime, Agave, Soda, Salted Rim Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Love Potion - $9: Strawberry, Coconut, Plum Bitters, Ginger Beer
- Elderflower Fizz - $13: Pierre Chavin Zero Proof Sparkling, Elderflower Syrup, Fresh Mint, Soda Water Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Kids Menu
- Kids Mac n' Cheese - $11.5: choice of side Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kids Chicken Tenders - $11.5: choice of side Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kids 4 oz. Burger - $11.5: choice of side Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kids 8" Hand Tossed Pizza - $11.5: cheese or pepperoni Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kids Pasta Bowl - $11.5: with butter or marinara sauce, parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
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