Blue Tractor is a tip of the hat to the original patrons of this historic site. The working folk of Traverse City who came here to put their feet up after a long, hard day’s work– or even a mildly taxing one. Folks who– thanks to a miracle of modern technologly, like, say a tractor– were able to carve just a few more hours out of their day to come here for food, friends, & of course beer. The name is also a salute to today’s working men & women of northern Michigan who carry on this tradition.
The Blue Tractor represents the often relied upon equipment that makes it possible for our farmers to provide us with the freshest local product. We are committed to working with local producers & to putting only the finest food on our tables.