The Rookery Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing The Rookery, a vibrant American bar in Macon, GA, known for its unique menu offerings and inviting atmosphere. With a focus on hand-spun milkshakes, the Old Fashioned shakes like the Blueberry Cobbler and Georgia Peach are must-tries. The Adult Shakes, such as the Brandy Alexander and Midnight Rider, add a sophisticated twist to classic flavors.
For starters, the Fried Green Tomatoes and Market Sampler offer a delightful introduction to the menu. Moving on to the entrees, the Jimmy Carter burger and Pub-Style Fish & Chips showcase the diverse range of flavors and quality ingredients. The attentive service and lively ambiance make dining at The Rookery a memorable experience for all. Whether you're craving a juicy burger or a decadent milkshake, this spot is a must-visit in Macon for a delicious meal and good times.
Old Fashioned Hand-Spun Milk Shakes
Vanilla Shake
vanilla ice cream, cherry on top
Double Chocolate Shake
double chocolate ice cream, cherry on top
Blueberry Cobbler Shake
vanilla ice cream, blueberries and homemade cake batter
Pineapple Upside-Down Shake
vanilla ice cream, pineapple purée, homemade cake batter, caramel syrup, cherry on top
Cherry Street Shake
cherry ice cream, cherry on top
Fruity Pebbles
vanilla ice cream, Fruity Pebbles Cereal
Jimmy Carter Shake*
banana ice cream, peanut butter, slice of bacon
Georgia Peach
cake batter, peach ice cream, peach purée
Strawberry Shake
vanilla ice cream and strawberry purée
Moon Pie Shake*
vanilla ice cream, marshmallow, chocolate, graham cracker
Shake of the Month
ask your server for details
Brandy Alexander
brandy, vanilla, créme de cacao, whipped cream, cherry
Billy Carter
banana ice cream, peanut butter and bacon + Jack Daniels
Midnight Rider
double chocolate, Patron XO
Adult Shakes
Opening Acts
Market Sampler
Pimento cheese and chicken salad on crostinis
Rookery Cheese Board
Two house selected cheeses, fresh goat cheese, housemade chicken salad, house made pimento cheese, cornichons, shoulder bacon, and crostinis
Onion Rings
Hand battered onion rings served with bistro sauce
Spicy Pimento Cheese Dip*
Applewood smoked bacon, jalapeños, Rookery chips
Fried Mushrooms
Grated parmesan, bistro sauce
Fried Pickle Spears*
Jalapeño ranch
Chicken Tenders
Hand-battered chicken tenderloins with honey mustard
Fried Green Tomatoes
Fresh chevre, sun-dried tomato remoulade
Soup Of The Day
Pimento Cheese Battered Fries
House made battered fries topped with pimento cheese, sliced jalapenos and apple wood smoked bacon. Served with a side of ranch dressing
Rookery House Salad
Hand-Tossed Caesar Salad
Romaine mix, grated parmesan, croutons
Salmon Cobb Salad
Blackened Salmon atop a bed of mixed greens and topped with boiled egg, bacon, tomato, cucumber and blue cheese crumbles
Club Salad
Grilled or fried chicken, romaine mix, applewood smoked bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, roma tomato, cucumber, red onion, croutons, avocado
Rookery Salad*
Grilled chicken, romaine, strawberries, candied pecans, mandarin oranges, bleu cheese crumbles, red onion
Chicken Salad Salad
Romaine, fresh fruit, topped with a scoop of chicken salad
Black and Bleu Salad
Steak medallions, romaine, bleu cheese crumbles, roma tomatoes, and two fried onion rings
Salads
Main Stage
Pub Style Fish and Chips
Pretoria Fields beer battered Atlantic Cod, house-made fries, cole slaw, lemon-dill tartar sauce, malt vinegar by request
Chicken Tender Platter
Served with housemade french fries, slaw and toast with honey mustard and BBQ sauce
Chicken Chevre*
Grilled chicken, fresh chevre, shoulder bacon, sun-dried tomatoes, green onions, whipped yukon gold potatoes, seasonal vegetable
Vidalia Steak
Yukon gold mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, grilled onions, balsamic reduction
Pot Roast
Yukon gold mashed potatoes, root vegetables, gravy
Blackened Snapper
Served with pineapple salsa, slaw, and mixed vegetables
Steak Frites
12oz grilled ribeye, housemade french fries, Coca-Cola ketchup
Betsy's Grilled Pimento Cheese*
Applewood smoked bacon with roma tomatoes, we suggest if on rye
Fried Green Tomato BLT
Applewood smoked bacon, green leaf lettuce, fresh chevre, and sun-dried tomato remoulade on choice of sliced country buttermilk toast or oatmeal dusted wheat
Smoked Turkey Club
Wrap it. House smoked turkey breast, cheddar cheese, Applewood smoked bacon, bbq aioli, lettuce, tomato, and avocado on hoagie roll
Gram Parson's Cosmic Club
Wrap it. Classic double-decker, ham, turkey, bacon, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, beer mustard aioli on country white, oatmeal dusted wheat, or rye
Blind Willie's Buffalo Chicken
Wrap it. Featuring Mrs. Griffin's Hot BBQ Sauce, ranch or bleu cheese, bakery fresh roll
Orange Crush Chicken
Citrus-zested chicken, applewood bacon, swiss cheese, bakery fresh roll
Chicken Salad Sandwich*
Wrap it. Green leaf lettuce and roma tomato, served on your choice of sliced country buttermilk, oatmeal dusted wheat, or rye
Steak Sandwich
Shaved ribeye, sauteed mushrooms and onions, choice of cheese on a toasted hoagie
French Dip
Shaved ribeye topped with melted Provolone cheese, house made bistro sauce, on a hoagie roll served with aus jus
Patty Melt Aka Little Richard Pennimelt (Great As Turkey)
Black angus with swiss and sautéed onions on rye with thousand island
Hamp Swain "King Bee" Wrap
Fried chicken tenders, honey mustard, Crystal hot sauce, pimento cheese, lettuce, flour tortilla
Outkast's Stankonia*
Fried chicken, Mrs. Griffin's Hot BBQ Sauce, Swiss, collard greens, crisp country ham
Sandwiches
Encores
Homemade Pies*
House specialty. Derby | Caramel Apple
Root Beer Float
Ice cream, Abita Root Beer
Coke Float
Ice cream, Mexican Coke. Made with pure cane sugar
Dessert of the Moment
Ask your server for details
Rookery Jr. Burger
Grilled Cheese
Corn Dogs
Hand-Battered Chicken Tenders
Jr. Moonhangers
Headliners
Rookery Burger*
Double stack, american cheese, sautéed onion, dill pickles, mustard and Coca-Cola ketchup
Classic City Cheeseburger
Choice of american, swiss, cheddar, pepperjack, bleu cheese crumbles, provolone cheese
Allman Burger
Swiss cheese, sautéed mushrooms
Jerry Reed Burger (Great As Chicken)
Pepperjack, jalapenos, sriracha mayonnaise
Jimmy Carter Burger
Peanut butter, applewood smoked bacon
James Brown's Black & Blue Burger
Blackened, bleu cheese crumbles, sautéed onions
Johnny Jenkins Burger
Pimento cheese, bread and butter pickles
Big "O" Burger
Fried onion ring, applewood smoked bacon, cheddar, bbq sauce
Vampire Slayer
Roasted garlic aioli, fried garlic chips, chili-garlic hot sauce, served between two garlic grilled cheese sandwiches
Burger of the Month
Ask your server about our Burger of the Month!
Ray Charles Burger (Great As Chicken)*
Pepperjack, applewood smoked bacon, guacamole
Dr. John Burger
Fried egg, american cheese, applewood smoked bacon
Walden Greenback Burger*
Fried green tomato, fresh chevre, applewood smoked bacon, sundried tomato remoulade, green onions