Orac is always a great place to stop if you're looking to get a nice cold beer. They've expanded…read moretheir operation over the years and I have to say I'm pleased to see what they've done with the place not much for food, but is that really what you need when you go to a nice brew pub? The staff are friendly and there's ample places to sit as it has multiple levels. Looking forward to the next time thank you.

Our favorite brewery in the UP! Such a cute outdoor area. They have water bowls for dogs, games,…read moremerchandise, two levels in the business itself. The slushy was so good! The food truck out front had tacos that were chefs kiss! Def will be coming back

Blackrocks Brewery is my favorite brewery in the world. Every time I'm in town, I come here daily…read more They have a great selection of beers and an even better environment with a massive patio, live music, food trucks, and multiple levels of seating inside.

What a great brewery. Self serve in that you order and pick up your beers in the little bar and…read moreswag area down some steps in the front and then are free to walk anywhere inside and on the outdoor patio to find seating. Busy but able to carry on convo easily too. Fun! Great parking lot old ski fence too!!

The 51st State is the perfect name--because honestly, the U.P. should totally be its own state…read more After trying a few samples, I landed on the Ring of Fire, a blood orange wheat beer that was super tasty and refreshing. The Meatizza pizza hit the spot--loaded, flavorful, and satisfying. There were deer everywhere, which added to the up-north charm, and the staff were all incredibly friendly. We also picked up a bag of day-old bagels--fresh and absolutely delicious.

We were there the other night and the owner closed early. Just started to shut the place down when…read morewe were still at our table and called last call 45 minutes before the time to close on the door. Poor waitress seemed embarrassed that they were closing early. This isn't the first time this has happened to us while we have been there. They are lazy and decide to close while paying customers are in the building actively eating and drinking. The girls that work there are friendly and do their best. The owners should find a new line of work. I have heard them be extremely condescending to the girls that work there as well as customers. Horrible business practice.

Solid brewery. Tried the porter and stout which I'd recommend. Space is open with plenty of…read moreseating. There is outdoor seating as well if the weather is nice. Free popcorn was a nice touch. You can mix and match a 4 pack for $12.50. Recommend stopping in if in the area.

Really enjoyed Tribute Brewing. The staff were friendly. Absolutely loved the jalapeno beer and the…read moreblueberry wheat beer. Cool how they are dog friendly. Free popcorn. Will definitely return.

Absolutely the best in the area, clean, great staff worth the stop. Great selection of different…read morestyles of beers

No lagers or pilsners available. I understand that breweries brew what they want, but during the…read moresummer shouldn't there be at least one available? The staff was friendly for sure. Had the Mexican lager which was fine. Beer was super cold which was pretty nice!

The weather was not cooperating with me during my trip back home but I was bound and determined to…read morevisit Upper Hand. Unfortunately, there was no inside seating due to covid and it was a bit drizzly so my mom and stepdad weren't interested in hanging out. They do not have beer flights, but you can try every one of their beers. Since I had the Flying Fish earlier in the week and I have had the IPA . IPAs are my thing as well as citrusy beers so I tried the Lemon Fish and the Next Up. Now, I love citrusy beer, but this was the most lemony beer I have ever had. Not bad, just powerful. The Next Up... wow! It is a hazy IPA and it is an awesome beer. I got a pint. They had just finished canning the Next Up and didn't have any available for purchase but I did get a six pack at Meijers to drink during the rest of my time in the yoop. I also got a t-shirt because one can never have too many t-shirts and I needed a souvenir to show my craft brew friends back at my current home.

Fun afternoon stop to try a flight of UP brews. Both of the people working were friendly and…read moreinformative in guiding me on my first visit. A flight is $12 for 4 - 5oz pours so not a bad deal. The Upper Hand lager and Yooper pale ale were both excellent and enjoyed the UPA pale ale also. The Upper Hand IPA was good - just a little too piney for my palate. Small indoor areas with northwoods decor and a nice outdoor patio area with tables and picnic tables. Good selection of brewery gear, t-shirts, hoodies and beer to go.

My family and I are visiting Marquette, Michigan and were looking for ribs. We found Lake Superior…read moreSmokehouse and decided to try it. We walked in and the restaurant staff cheerfully greeted us. My daughter and grandson said we'd like to order to go. The inside was rustic and nicely decorated. There is outside seating in the back that looked pleasant with beautiful plants. The bar area was welcoming and the dining room area was beautiful and clean. The bathroom was clean and quaint. After my daughter explained to the young man behind the counter what we're looking for, he went into the kitchen and came out with ribs samples... wow, we didn't expect that. He said that his father owned the restaurant and their ribs won in a competition for best ribs in Michigan some years ago. Needless to say it was absolutely delicious! The sauces were so delicious and the ribs smoky and tender. We got the ribs, pulled pork and sausage, with Smoky Mac and Cheese, and vegetables. I would certainly love to eat here the next time we're here.

Pulled pork is phenomenal, sample platter is phenomenal. Lots of seating inside and it's decorated…read moreas expected. Staff is always friendly.

Pretty clearly a 5/5 for this brewery. The parking lot was big enough to get a spot right away…read more They have an ordering window from Fish Express next door and so they do have an excellent food option. They had a very large tap list and the beer that I tried was very good. Great service and beer recommendations from the bartender.

Outstanding bartender named John. Great beers and the best service. Liked every beer tried Funky…read moredecor, great swag, very comfortable place to stop and stay awhile. As it was between semesters for UNM, the town wasn't busy which added to this brewery's charm (and easy parking).

I was in town to work the UP200 dog sled race and was looking for a place with a lake view and this…read moreplace did not disappoint. Although it was busy that day, the service was very attentive and the Rachel sandwich feature that I had was very tasty. They also have an extensive wine and beer list in the craft cocktail. I had was very enjoyable. The view of the lake is incredible from your table and I would highly recommend coming back to try in the future. Thanks for a great experience!

At dinner time, get here early. You definitely want a table in the back to look out over the lake…read more It's a really pretty view. Unfortunately tonight I didn't get here early enough so I sat out by the bar, which is absolutely fine. I started with a French onion soup, which I normally do when I'm here, tonight it was a little less oniony than it usually is, but that just could simply be a function of whoever was ladling it up. It's still absolutely delicious. For dinner, I had the chicken piccata with a baked potato and steamed green beans. The steamed green beans are a staple while there are a variety of other sides, such as onion rings or Alfredo, etc. I was a little disappointed in the piccata this time. It was less lemony and more oily than I remember. The lemon wedge helped, but I don't think that piccata would have to need additional lemon to the sauce. The green beans also a little heavy on the butter as was the baked potato. I don't want to say that the meal wasn't flavorful, because it was and my server while really busy was an absolute gem, only that it was a little heavy with the melted butter. After many excellent experiences here, this won't turn me off to coming back again and trying something else. Especially if I can get a table in the back!

The food is always cooked perfectly. The staff is super friendly, too. We usually get take out now…read morebecause I have some medical issues that I can't sit up in a regular chair for long without my pain getting worse We order all the time from them and we are never disappointed!

Jasper Ridge Brewery feels like it should be a solid sit-down brewery experience in Ishpeming, but…read morethe execution across the board did not match expectations. On the food side, I ordered a Reuben Melt. The sandwich came out unevenly heated, with the corned beef leaning dry in parts and the rye bread slightly over-toasted on one side. The balance of sauerkraut and sauce felt inconsistent, which made the overall flavor feel flat rather than cohesive. It was edible, but not well executed. Service was slow and lacked structure. There was a noticeable delay in initial table attention, and once the order was in, there was very little communication or follow-up. The pacing of the meal felt disorganized, like the kitchen and front of house were not fully in sync. The ambiance does not really elevate the experience either. The space has the layout of a brewery-style restaurant, but it comes across more chaotic than inviting, with noise carrying unevenly and the dining area feeling a bit worn rather than maintained in a way that enhances comfort. Overall, this was a disappointing visit. The food was poorly balanced, service was slow and inattentive, and the atmosphere did not make up for the gaps in execution.