Thunderbird, located at 701 E Michigan Ave in Kalamazoo, MI, has rapidly gained popularity for its vibrant atmosphere and diverse menu offerings. Customers rave about the restaurant's inviting ambiance, complemented by attentive service. A standout feature is the extensive brunch selection, which includes the highly praised Bloody Mary and mimosa flight—a delightful addition highlighted by Allyson McBride-Culver during her Mother's Day visit. The appetizer lineup is also a crowd favorite, particularly the fried pickles, which are praised for their perfect breading, and the street corn dip paired with exceptional pita chips. Diners like Chris Hammond have applauded the quick service, especially beneficial during peak hours. For mains, options like the Italian grinder and Mac n cheese have received accolades for their freshness and flavor. The chicken wings, meticulously prepared in-house, further enhance the menu’s appeal. Moreover, patrons appreciate the reasonably priced drinks and themed nights, making it an engaging spot for social gatherings. Regular visitors, such as Whitney Leininger, appreciate the restaurant's continuous improvements, emphasizing the enjoyable outdoor experience with games like cornhole. Thunderbird encapsulates the essence of a lively dining experience in Kalamazoo, blending great food, fun decor, and an engaging environment that keeps guests coming back for more.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Good for groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For Thunderbird
Allyson McBride-Culver
May 30,2025
Came for Mother’s Day brunch. Riley was our server and was fantastic. Lots of smiles and laughs and fabulous brunch. Of course we needed to try both the Bloody Mary and mimosa flight - WOW! Thanks for a fantastic day
Chris Hammond
May 24,2025
Popped in here right as they opened and couldn’t have been happier with our service, I want to say our waitress amber (I think lol) was super nice. The food came out super fast (best part about beating the rush) we got the street corn dip and while it was good the pita chips are the star of the show here. The fried pickle chips were fried perfectly and the breading stayed in (rare for fried pickles). The fish and chips are a solid choice, the breading is a traditional dish breading so it’s pretty tasty. The chicken wrap is a chicken wrap nothing really stands out about it but it was also pretty good. I would definitely come back
Joely Farkas
May 16,2025
Really great food and great environment! We had Mac n cheese and the Italian grinder and both were a hit. The cheese bread appetizer and donut sundae were also great. Everything tasted fresh and well made. Our server was friendly and attentive, but also gave us space to enjoy our meal. We will definitely be back!
L FromCR
May 8,2025
Some of the BEST FRIES in K'zoo. Great views, pretty good food, popular drinks, good music, fun decor. We will definitely be back!
Whitney Leininger
May 5,2025
I’ve been going to Thunderbird regularly for months, and the place just keeps improving. They have rearranged the space, updated the menu, and regularly have new theme nights where you can choose to check out the dance floor in the back or hang out in the front by the bar. Probably the most reasonably priced drinks in Kzoo. Even as the weather is getting chillier, it’s still a good time to hit cornhole or water pong outside. It’s such a unique space in town. Highly recommend Sunday brunch, as they frequently have live music and nothing beats the sunlight in the dining area. Their chicken wings are also prepped right in the back, not frozen from a bag!
Rachel Willis
Apr 5,2025
Stunning Beautiful Patio, Garden and River View. We spent a lovely evening on the patio with our dog (pet friendly patio), cocktails and dinner. Beware of the super tasty French fries. We had the Fish & Chips, Bleu Cheese Smashburger and cocktails. Can’t recommend this peaceful place enough. The music was the perfect level to have a conversation. If we lived here (visiting from TX), we would be here all the time.
Jordan
Mar 22,2025
It’s a nice environment, very chill with very friendly and helpful staff! Not my kind of place in a Saturday night, but it might be yours. I’ve never had their food, but it sounds awesome. I’d encourage anyone to give Thunderbird a shot!
James Pearce
Feb 28,2025
The food WAS DELICIOUS! The homemade pasta salad was awesome (except the black olives people.... Yuck) Chicken salad sandwich was delicious! Our waitress Kay did a wonderful job and was great with suggestions. ...
Reviews For Thunderbird