opening hours : 08:00 am - 09:00 pm
Location : 521 E. Grand River Ave., East Lansing, MI 48823
opening hours : 08:00 am - 09:00 pm
Location : 55 main street, new york
opening hours : 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
Location : 521 E. GRAND RIVER AVE., EAST LANSING, MI 48823
Enjoy The Patio!
Sandwiches, Burgers
and Salads
11 Beers On Tap
11 Beers On Tap
Mushroom Burger - Soooo Good
Mushroom Burger - Soooo Good
PB Since 1973!
PB Since 1973!
Chili Dog - 1/4 Pounder!
Chili Dog - 1/4 Pounder!

About The Barrel

The Peanut Barrel Restaurant was originally opened as a Jacks or Better Restaurant in 1973 by Carol and Gordon Smith. The concept was large juicy burgers, cold beer and peanuts (and those remain in place to this very day). In 1979, Joe and Jennifer Bell purchased the Barrel and built the business into and East Lansing icon. When the Bell’s decided to retire in 2023, Michael Krueger, owner of Crunchy’s and himself a Michigan State Alum, purchased the restaurant and has proudly continued to build the legacy of “The Barrel” to this very day.
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Happy Hour Specials & Lunch Specials

Monday – Friday 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
IN HOUSE ONLY
Papa Joe’s Cheeseburger & Fries – $9.75 Grilled Chicken with Cheese & Fries – $10.25 Lettuce & Tomato .35 add pint of Labatt or Miller Lite for $1.50, add fountain pop for $1.50 NO OTHER ADDITIONS OR SUBSTITUTIONS
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Monday
Monday
60 oz pitchers $2.00 off ALL DAY
Tuesday
Tuesday
1/2 off all draft beer pints from 7:00 pm to Close
Wednesday
Wednesday
$4.00 well drinks / $5.00 select call drinks
Thursday
Thursday
1/2 off well Bombs and Non-Bombs from 7:00 pm to Close
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Yes, we're known for our burgers, beers, and Long Islands, but did you know we have various bourbons and whiskeys on hand? Our portfolio features Blantons, Buffalo Trace, Detroit Rye, and more! Visit peanutbarrel.com/drinks/#whiskey to view our selection.

Yes, we`re known for our burgers, beers, and Long Islands, but did you know we have various bourbons and whiskeys on hand? Our portfolio features Blantons, Buffalo Trace, Detroit Rye, and more! Visit peanutbarrel.com/drinks/#whiskey to view our selection. ...

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The Brothers Ralph make their debut here tonight from 8-10pm. Join us for dinner, drinks, and live entertainment! Presented by Angry Talent Entertainment.

The Brothers Ralph make their debut here tonight from 8-10pm. Join us for dinner, drinks, and live entertainment! Presented by Angry Talent Entertainment. ...

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Well this is fun 👀

Well this is fun 👀 ...

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Stomach growling? Time for some Chili Cheese Fries! Grab a full or half-order on your next visit.

Stomach growling? Time for some Chili Cheese Fries! Grab a full or half-order on your next visit. ...

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The Peanut Barrel will be closed tomorrow for Thanksgiving so our team can be with loved ones. We'll see you tonight for the biggest bar night of the year!

The Peanut Barrel will be closed tomorrow for Thanksgiving so our team can be with loved ones. We`ll see you tonight for the biggest bar night of the year! ...

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A burger's best friend? A cold beer, of course!

A burger`s best friend? A cold beer, of course! ...

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The Peanut Barrel is the place to be tonight! Join us for live music from Brian Byrnes, presented by Angry Talent Entertainment. The show starts at 8pm!

The Peanut Barrel is the place to be tonight! Join us for live music from Brian Byrnes, presented by Angry Talent Entertainment. The show starts at 8pm! ...

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Good sandwiches = good mood.

Good sandwiches = good mood. ...

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To the heroes in uniform, past and present, thank you for your service and sacrifice.

To the heroes in uniform, past and present, thank you for your service and sacrifice. ...

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Your Friday night plans just got better! Join us for live music tomorrow with Jack Schueler starting at 8pm. Presented by Angry Talent Entertainment.

Your Friday night plans just got better! Join us for live music tomorrow with Jack Schueler starting at 8pm. Presented by Angry Talent Entertainment. ...

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When it rains, we pour! Come in and enjoy our Wednesday special with $4 well drinks and $5 select call drinks.

When it rains, we pour! Come in and enjoy our Wednesday special with $4 well drinks and $5 select call drinks. ...

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Watch the Groove Doctors play a mix of R&B, Jazz, and Rock live tonight from 6pm-8pm!

Watch the Groove Doctors play a mix of R&B, Jazz, and Rock live tonight from 6pm-8pm! ...

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Make your day better with a visit to the Peanut Barrel 🍔🍺

Make your day better with a visit to the Peanut Barrel 🍔🍺 ...

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Our Euchre Tournament is back this Sunday! Registration starts at 6 PM, with games at 6:30 PM, and we have half-priced Long Islands for you to enjoy.

Our Euchre Tournament is back this Sunday! Registration starts at 6 PM, with games at 6:30 PM, and we have half-priced Long Islands for you to enjoy. ...

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Bring your appetite. Our Rueben sandwich is packed with lean corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Thousand Island dressing, all on grilled rye.

Bring your appetite. Our Rueben sandwich is packed with lean corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Thousand Island dressing, all on grilled rye. ...

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TONIGHT! North of Five takes the stage at 8 PM. Angry Talent Entertainment presents a night of live music you won't want to miss. See you here tonight!

TONIGHT! North of Five takes the stage at 8 PM. Angry Talent Entertainment presents a night of live music you won`t want to miss. See you here tonight! ...

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Big thanks to everyone who voted us in the Top 5 in the City Pulse Top of the Town awards. We're up for some favorite categories, including neighborhood bar, patio, trivia, burger (take that Crunchy's) and best olive burger. #eastlansing #voteforus #topofthetown

Big thanks to everyone who voted us in the Top 5 in the City Pulse Top of the Town awards. We`re up for some favorite categories, including neighborhood bar, patio, trivia, burger (take that Crunchy`s) and best olive burger. #eastlansing #voteforus #topofthetown ...

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Gather your friends – we've got Euchre tournaments on October 15th and October 29th! Registration opens at 6 PM, and we're serving up half-priced Long Islands. See you there!

Gather your friends – we`ve got Euchre tournaments on October 15th and October 29th! Registration opens at 6 PM, and we`re serving up half-priced Long Islands. See you there! ...

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Join us tonight for a special Blackrocks Tap Event! Andy from Blackrocks Brewery kicks off our fantastic lineup of October's live music every Friday, presented by Angry Talent Entertainment.

Join us tonight for a special Blackrocks Tap Event! Andy from Blackrocks Brewery kicks off our fantastic lineup of October`s live music every Friday, presented by Angry Talent Entertainment. ...

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Join us tomorrow night at 6pm for a musical journey through jazz, rock, and R&B at the Barrel with the Groove Doctors. See them here on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays this fall!

Join us tomorrow night at 6pm for a musical journey through jazz, rock, and R&B at the Barrel with the Groove Doctors. See them here on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays this fall! ...

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