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Founders Brewing Company
235 Grandville Ave SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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Main Menu
Sandwiches
These sandwiches are handcrafted, just like our beer. Each one is made to order and during busy times, can take a while to prepare. If you're in a huge hurry, or running short on time or patience, you might want to try a local fast food joint. Otherwise, enjoy a beer, and we'll let you know when your food is ready! All sandwiches locally-made el matador tortilla chips come toasted hot unless ordered cold and are served with a pickle spear
Red's Rye
Roast beef, capicola, muenster cheese, red peppers, tomatoes & chipotle mayo on polish rye. Just spicy enough for ol' red!
- $9.25
- Half Sandwich $7.75
Louis A. Cornelius
Corned beef, roasted chicken, cheddar & cream cheese, sauerkraut & 1,000 island dressing on polish rye. A local legend!
- $8.75
- Half Sandwich $7.25
Brassworks Blt
Thick-cut bacon, lettuce, tomatoes & mayo on san fran sourdough. This classic got its name from our original home in the brassworks building
- $7.75
- Half Sandwich $6.25
Devil Dancer
Roasted chicken, muenster & pepper jack, jalapeño, chipotle & banana peppers, red onions & chipotle mayo on a french roll. Do you dare to dance with the devil?
- $9.75
- Half Sandwich $8.25
Dirty Bastard
You don't have to be one to order it! Pastrami, swiss, lettuce, red onions & horseradish sauce on polish rye. Ain't for the wee lads!
- $8.25
- Half Sandwich $6.75
Godfather
$8.75
Pepperoni, capicola, mozzarella, baby spinach, tomatoes, green olives, mayo & italian dressing on a tomato basil foccacia roll. You got a problem with that? No half sandwich available
Caprese
Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes & fresh basil piled on toasted ciabatta bread with garlic-infused olive oil. This one is also vegetarian friendly...capisce? Served with a sidecar of balsamic vinaigrette
- $8.25
- Half Sandwich $6.75
Blushing Monk
Cranberry chicken salad, provolone & smoked gouda, lettuce, tomatoes & red onions on a french roll. Quietly delicious, enlighteningly flavorful
- $9.25
- Half Sandwich $7.75
Mug Clubber
You don't have to be a member to enjoy this chicken club with sliced roasted chicken, thick-cut bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, sliced pickles & mayo on san fran sourdough
- $8.25
- Half Sandwich $6.75
Castro
Dirty bastard pulled pork topped with sliced smoked ham, swiss cheese, sliced pickles & yellow mustard stacked on toasted ciabatta. Not as famous as the old dictator, but probably tastes better!
- $8.25
- Half Sandwich $6.75
Tree Hugger
Lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, baby spinach, red peppers, black olives, avocado, carrots, hummus & centennial ipa honey mustard on multigrain wheat. No patchouli!
- $7.75
- Half Sandwich $6.25
Backwoods Bastard
Put a bit of the backwoods in your life with dirty bastard pulled pork, colby jack cheese, tangy coleslaw & dirty bastard BBQ sauce on toasted ciabatta
- $9.75
- Half Sandwich $8.25
In Spite of the Club
$8.75
This buffalo-style sandwich includes sliced roasted chicken smothered in frank's red hot sauce, topped with thick-cut bacon, sliced celery, tomatoes & bleu cheese served on a fresh onion roll. Some clubs are hot. This is one of them! Toasted only. No half sandwich available
Rubin's Reuben
Corned beef, swiss, sauerkraut & 1,000 island dressing served on polish rye. It'll make you wish your mandolin was a dulcimer
- $8.75
- Half Sandwich $7.25
Founders Cheesesteak
Our own take on a philly staple. Thinly sliced roast beef topped with melted provolone cheese, roasted peppers and onions, mayo & horseradish sauce on a french roll. This was our most popular special sandwich ever, so we decided to add it to the menu full-time. Toasted only
- $9.75
- Half Sandwich $8.25
Hot Italian Beef
Italian roast beef stacked on a french roll and dipped in authentic "windy city gravy." Served with a sidecar of spicy giardiniera. "My kind of" sandwich. Toasted only
- $9.25
- Half Sandwich $7.75
Detroit Ham & Cheese
$8.75
Kick out the jams with smoked ham layered with cheddar and swiss cheese, then topped with dirty bastard mustard on a fresh onion roll. Served with a sidecar of spicy giardiniera. A motown favorite, this one is sure to top the charts! No half sandwich available
Better Half
$7.75
Take a trip with this marinated portabella mushroom topped with spinach, tomato bruschetta & red onions on a tomato basil foccacia roll. Whole and toasted only. Vegetarian/vegan friendly. For your health (magic not included). No half sandwich available
Curmudgeon
This old fella has roasted sliced turkey, colby jack cheese, red onions, baby spinach, dirty bastard sauerkraut and horseradish sauce on polish rye. Deceptively smooth
- $7.75
- Half Sandwich $6.25
Cheesy Does it
$6.75
It's not gov't cheese, but it's your choice of any two cheeses, plus cream cheese, toasted on multigrain wheat. Cheese options include swiss, smoked gouda, cheddar, pepper jack, colby jack, muenster, dill havarti, mozzarella, or fresh mozzarella. No half sandwich available
Charise's Reuben
Roasted sliced turkey, dill havarti cheese, baby spinach, tomatoes, red onions, avocado, tangy coleslaw & 1,000 island dressing on san fran sourdough. She's no ruby claire
- $9.25
- Half Sandwich $7.75
Bad Habit
$14.75
A giant double decker sandwich stacked with pastrami, roast beef, roasted chicken, colby jack & pepper jack, lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, baby spinach, red peppers, jalapeño & banana peppers, avocado & chipotle mayo served on san fran sourdough, polish rye & multigrain wheat. Definitely not a "light lunch!" No half sandwich available
Salads
Ditch the bread and order one of our salads (full-size only). All of the same toppings as their sandwich counterparts, but served on a bed of greens
Tree Hugger
$7.75
Lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, baby spinach, red peppers, black olives, avocado, carrots, hummus & centennial ipa honey mustard. No patchouli!
Charise's Reuben
$9.25
Roasted sliced turkey, dill havarti cheese, baby spinach, tomatoes, red onions, avocado, tangy coleslaw & 1,000 island dressing. She's no ruby claire
Caprese
$8.25
Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes & fresh basil. This one is also vegetarian friendly...capisce? Served with balsamic vinaigrette
Blushing Monk
$9.25
Cranberry chicken salad, provolone & smoked gouda, lettuce, tomatoes & red onions. Quietly delicious, enlighteningly flavorful
Michigander
$8.25
Bed of greens topped with dried cranberries, candied almonds, bleu cheese crumbles, red onions & balsamic vinaigrette. Go ahead, highfive a friend
Munchies
All of our "munchies" are generous portions and can easily be shared. You could even get a few different dishes and pass them around the table. That's what we like to do!
Antipasto Platter
$14.75
A generous spread of sliced, cured meats and seasonal cheeses served with our homemade accoutrements & seasoned crostinis. Plenty to share indeed
Hummus & Tapenade
$8.25
Homemade hummus and olive tapenade served with seasoned pita chips
Cheesy Garlic Bread
$8.75
Toasted french bread slices drizzled in garlic-infused olive oil and topped with melted mozzarella and provolone cheese. Served with homemade marinara sauce
Baked Crab Dip
$13.75
Chunks of real crab claw meat mixed with pepper jack and parmesan cheese, a touch of seasoning & a dash of sriracha chili sauce for a kick. Baked and served with toasted crostinis and locally-made el matador tortilla chips
Beer Cheese Dip
$7.25
Our popular homemade beer cheese dip features smoked gouda, cream cheese, chopped fresh garlic, red peppers, spinach and a blend of centennial ipa & pale ale. Baked hot and served with seasoned crostinis and locally-made el matador tortilla chips
Bruschetta
$6.75
Our very own house recipe tomato bruschetta, made fresh daily and garnished with parmesan cheese. Served with seasoned crostinis
Chips & Guacamole
Homemade guacamole with avocados, tomatoes, onions, peppers, cilantro, lime, garlic & a hint of cumin. Served with locally-made el matador tortilla chips
- Large $8.25
- Small $5.25
Chips & Salsa
A medium heat, homemade fresh salsa. Served with locally-made el matador tortilla chips
- Large $6.25
- Small $3.25
French Bread Pizzas
Meats: pepperoni, thick-cut bacon, smoked ham. veggies: red onions, red peppers, green peppers, green olives, black olives, tomatoes, spinach, jalapeño peppers, portabella mushrooms
Cheese
$7.25One Topping
$7.75Two Toppings
$8.25Three Toppings
$8.75Four Toppings
$9.25Soups
Dirty Bastard Bratwurst Chili
Our own homemade one-of-a-kind, moderately spicy red chili. Available by the crock or in a spent grain bread bowl
- Bread Bowl $9.75
- Crock $5.75
The Soup
Ask about today's soup special. Available by the crock or in a spent grain bread bowl
- Bread Bowl $9.75
- Crock $5.75
Sides
Kettle Style Potato Chips
$1.00
Single serving bag of chips
Tortilla Chips
$1.00
Locally-made el matador tortilla chips
Homemade Sides
$2
Redskin Potato Salad
With bacon
Italian Pasta Salad
Vegetarian friendly
Sweet & Tangy Coleslaw
Vegetarian/vegan friendly
Broccoli Salad
Vegetarian/vegan friendly
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General Info
Hours
Monday:
11:00am - 2:00am
Tuesday:
11:00am - 2:00am
Wednesday:
11:00am - 2:00am
Thursday:
11:00am - 2:00am
Friday:
11:00am - 2:00am
Saturday:
11:00am - 2:00am
Sunday:
3:00pm - 2:00am
About Us
Mike Stevens and Dave Engbers both had steady jobs when they decided to chase their dreams and open a brewery–which meant writing a business plan, quitting their jobs, and taking out giant loans. They figured if you’re going to live life, you ought to live it hard, without regrets. After some initial challenges, due to making well balanced but unremarkable beers, we were on the verge of bankruptcy.