Cool enough place with good outdoor area yard games and seating- it could use a little refresh- but the brew was interesting and good enough and they even make a bloody beer which I love, but theirs lacked a bit of flavor and spice. Nice service, but the place just didn't blow me away after all of the places I've visited read more

The service was wonderful. Brewtender told us about the local artist who is responsible for the art on the cans: beautiful! Beer was delicious! The building was fresh and smelled like wood. read more

Brewery Terra Firma - Scottish Moor Heather ale - Brewpubs Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

Stopped in for the first time on April 27th. I had purchased a mug club mug 4 years ago and never got a chance to try it out. Today was the day. They don't serve food but you can bring your own in. They sell chips and cookies and have free popcorn. Ordered our drinks at the counter and picked them up. We got service with a smile and some conversation. It was pretty slow with only 4 customers inside. Then we realized they had a fire pit in back and a few people were out there. It is a pretty wide open space with high tops and low tops. Maybe 8 people can seat at the bar. Found a beer that we liked and sat for awhile. I think this is a brewery I will hit up the next time I am in TC. A got to place in my book. read more

My husband and I drive by this brewery every single day and decided to finally give it a try! For reference, we are in our late 20s and love a good brewery. This location felt a bit more like it fit an older crowd and didn't have the typical ambiance that we look for at a brewery. The beer was good, but not life changing. The outdoor patio was neat, although they could benefit from purchasing some new chairs. The service was okay - I had gone in to purchase a gift card a few weeks prior and the person at the front kept interrupting me when I tried to make the purchase. Kind of an odd vibe, but I'm sure a lot of people love it there! Overall, we had a find time, but I don't think we'll be back! read more

I've been here maybe three times, and I have to say after each visit I ask myself why don't I come here more often. I had the Cherie cider, magnifique. They were hosting an after Valentine's party for our local humane society. As I vastly prefer animals to humans, I needed to go. It worked out as I stopped at a friend's home across the street afterwards, to talk about watching her animals while her family goes out of town. I thought the bartender was super personable and I enjoyed making friends with a beautiful and dignified German shepherd. read more

Brewery Terra Firma - Don't mind my finger, too lazy to crop. Good moral creature! - Brewpubs Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

This was a great spot! We came in and had a seat at the bar and chatted with the bartender. She let us know about a deal where you can have a TC passport stamped and get a free shirt once they are all stamped. Unfortunately, we had already been to all of them and this was our last brewery in the area. Boo! But we saved them and now we can use them next time we come! Always great to have an excuse to come back! Also, one of the breweries on the list is not open yet. So we needed to come back and get our tag anyway. We ordered a flight to split and they were all quite tasty. They had a great variety on tap and we really enjoyed our visit. We grabbed some merchandise and of course a couple tagabrews. We would most definitely come back! read more

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Beer was good. Service was great. Plenty of beer selections. Would definitely recommend

The fact that the parking lot was empty on a Friday maybe should have been a red flag? I was on a brew tour in TC and wanted to try this place out. They let me sample a few different beers before I decided on the one pictured and this was a pity beer as they let me try a bunch so I felt obligated to buy at least one round. I did not like it that much, it was tolerable though. These are not your typical craft beers (farmhouse style) and I can say they're quite different. read more

Brewery Terra Firma - Outside - Brewpubs Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

Great outside space with a big fire pit and wind blocks! We stopped by in December and got a flight and a pint. The staff were nice and knew the beer. I really liked the basil beer and sweet corn beer. The red sour was my favorite. It was easy to get to. I bet this place is great in the warmer months. read more

Brewery Terra Firma - Brewpubs Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

This is a hidden gem! Nice drive out away from the busy side of T.C. Clean, inviting place. Super nice bartender Tiffany and she was training Katie on her first day. We had a flight- all amazing beers. Better than expected- the flavors were so good and spot on. The service was great. We will be back when we have more time. read more

Brewery Terra Firma - Logo and beer - Brewpubs Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

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Wife and I both had flights and I went in for seconds. I really like their beer. This is a regular stop when we are in TC. My only issue is they were out of more than a couple of the beers they have posted as being on tap online. There is seating both inside and out. Outside had a tented area as well if shade was needed. Also a fire pit they had going. It was chilly. Staff was very nice and patrons were all nice. It's also dog friendly which is a major plus for us. I recommend friends to always stop here. read more

Thank Goodness there is a a brewery that still offers a great stout and porter selection in Traverse City Michigan. I love Terra Firma beers. Today I had a great selection and drank one taster before I could take a picture. I had Man in Black Oatmeal Stout; Ancho Chili Chocolate Porter; Squatch Brown Porter; Four Leaf Irish Stout; & Black Orchid Vanilla Porter. What's not to like? The bartenders are always nice and courteous, outdoor seating. Inside bar is bright and very clean. I love this place! read more

Brewery Terra Firma - Hand picked flight - Brewpubs Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

Wow, I fell in love immediately. I love that they are on a farm and use crops on their farm for their beer and food offerings. I rolled in on a rainy Friday and had the absolute best time! The bartender was very helpful at walking us through the beer menu and offering suggestions based on taste preferences! After we found what we liked, we played table shuffle board and laughed our butts off. After an hour or so we noshed on some crackers and cheese they had as snack option made from a local business (if I remember correctly). The place is pretty spacious. Plenty of bar seating, tables, couches and a cute outdoor space (didn't really check that out because of the rain). The ceilings are super tall, makes you feel like you are in a very modern barn. Love the vibe and can't wait to visit again! This is definitely off the beaten path of downtown TC but oh so worth the short drive out to it! read more

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Nice location on the south end of Traverse City. We went on a Saturday night and it wasn't crowded or busy. Nice area for outdoor seating-- picnic tables, corn hole, chairs around a fire pit. The beer was quite good. I enjoyed the chocolate orange stout and the honey basil ale. read more

Went here on a whim after a bad experience at Right Brain. We got there 15 minutes before they closed, but they still let us get a sampler and stay an hour to drink it. The staff was very friendly & accommodating, the taproom was roomy & clean (more like a restaurant than a typical bar). The beer was good too, my favorite was the Copper Grasshopper. Apparently the owner was formerly the brewer at Right Brain. The location is a little out of the way, but worth it for those more interested in trying new beers than in a bar scene. read more

Brewery Terra Firma - Beer Sampler - Brewpubs Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

Good place, relaxing atmosphere, unique beers that for me as a brewer , were quite accurate on the description and style. I would come here again. read more

Brewery Terra Firma - Good stuff - Brewpubs Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

Ok place. Staff was willing to answer questions if directly asked but otherwise. Beer was tasty.

A great staff serving beer that's really good! The building looks newer and the inside is clean and bright with plenty of natural light making this spot feel like a warm summer's day...probably even when it's 10 below outside. Their beer is straight up, meaning they're not trying to make their beer taste like a tasty pine tree or anything. It's well conceived, and it's delicious. They don't overreach, which I liked! They offer sandwiches but I unfortunately didn't take the time to try one. I loved their staff. Charlie was awesome and very hospitable. They have a really great patio space and they also have cornhole boards if you're feeling sporting. I'm already looking forward to coming back. FYI, they have live trivia with John, now, also....Wednesday nights?! It's definitely worth checking out over a few beers here! read more

Excellent, excellent selection of beers. My favorite by far was the Black Orchid Vanilla Porter; one of the better Porter's I've had. The IPAs they have are smooth and flavorful. Very friendly and helpful staff that will lead you through their great selection of brews. The only minor take away is the atmosphere seems commercial with the vaulted ceilings and new construction feel. Not necessarily a bad thing, but it takes away from the intimacy of your local brewery. read more

Brewery Terra Firma - Brewpubs Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

Had the Scottish Heather Ale and it was delicious! One of the owners, "Captain Matt", sat down with us for a nice chat. They conserve the water used for cooling the beer to water the gardens. They grow their own beets, pumpkins, and hops. They also tend 40+ beehives. Way up on the cool scale! Very smart owners! read more

Brewery Terra Firma - Look for their sign, Terra Firma. - Brewpubs Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

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My friend Doug at The Session Room in Ann Arbor recommended this place to me. It's not in downtown Traverse City but south, out in the country. They are very eco-concious, recycling their water and the other brewing byproducts and either growing their own ingredients or using locally sourced ingredients. On top of that they make great beer. The place is a big room with a bar along one side (chairs with backs). A dozen tables or so with a table shuffleboard in one corner. I had the Soul Butter Triple IPA (no butter was harmed in the making of this beer). So far it is my favorite beer of my Northern Michigan brewpub odyssey. My friend had a Sun Cup Lemon Honey and though not a true beer drinker she enjoyed very much. I also had a beer with ingredients I have found only in Northern Michigan: the Wicked Garden Honey Beet Wheat. I like beets but they give the beer a very earthy flavor that is not my favorite. Not only are their beers wonderful their commitment to the earth is something that needs to be supported. read more

One of the best selections of locally-made craft beer in Traverse City. Definitely worth a visit. If the beet beer is on tap, just get it. Trust me, you won't find another brew like it. No meals to speak of, but they have some snacks and occasionally a food truck. The ambience is great and the staff is even better. read more

This brewery was very refreshing and had a fun atmosphere! There were multiple party busses that stopped in while I was there and everyone was having a great time. They offer a wide variety of beers for all preferences. I loved the Sun Cup and the special at the time which had notes of cinnamon. They offer cheeses and other snacks here which are good as well! read more

Brewery Terra Firma - Highly recommend the Sun Cup Lemon Wheat Ale! - Brewpubs Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

One of my favorite breweries in the tc area! Great selection of brews!! A must stop if u r in the area. The help is all wonderful and friendly. They also all have a great sense of humor! Also its on the ale trail!! read more

The grounds are lovely and relaxing. The beer is very good, i especially liked the Wicked Garden. Flights very reasonable, only $2 per 3 oz pour. Easy to try their many beers. They grow most of what goes onto their beer locally. read more

Great brewery a couple miles outside of downtown traverse city. Was the best brewery we went to on our trip. Loved that they didn't have the same cookie cutter beers that we saw at most other breweries. They had unique beers and some great staples. They had a lot of beers on tap and pricing was reasonable. We loved that they had many size options - there we so many we wanted to try that it allowed us to be able to try them in one trip. Will defiantly come back next time we are nearby. read more

This brewery is wholesome and modern. They boast farm to table to farm brews and eats which is a cool twist to a simple farm to table. They have been thriving and growing since 2013 and utilize 100% locally sourced as well as home grown ingredients and elements. The brewery is positioned on a 10 acre farm and you can see the crops from the parking lot. The staff is passionate and this being our first visit was especially cool before seated beside us at the bar with purely mug club members which speaks volumes for quality all around. They proudly displayed merch and mugs on the walls. They do offer 40 rotating taps. 13 house brews currently was the line up and they had all major styles represented. We did flight pours of every single beer (3 ounce pours roughly priced $2.50 each) so to get every taste was under $30 for my husband and I to share. This brewery is just off the beaten path enough from the bustling downtown TC crowd that it was filled with a more mature customer which was unexpected. The artwork on the walls was enjoyable to admire while we sipped, oil painting of rural and wooded landscapes as well as drift wood/yarn pieces. There was outdoor seating in a garden patio also. They don't have much offerings for food but simple snacks are on the menu. We both had a few beers that we rated quite high on Untappd (craft beer app our handle is :beerbelliedtravelers) cheers!!! read more

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The best brewery in Traverse City. The only drawback is the lack of a food menu, but snacks are available and the beer and the atmosphere make up for the rest. Fantastic beer, locally and responsibly sourced ingredients, and a good mix of new brews and mainstay favorites. The brewery is outside the city and situated on the BTF farm, making for a beautiful and relaxing atmosphere. read more

Brewery Terra Firma - Flights are simple: $2 a pour and as many as you want. - Brewpubs Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

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We had an excellent time here today. Spent an hour talking to the beer guy about cars, sampled some excellent beers, just an all around great time. They have trivia on Tuesdays and Euchre tournaments on Sundays. read more

This place opens at 2pm on Sunday first problem. Second you need to walk up to the bar to get your beer from here. Third the guy working looked like he hated life sitting behind the bar I walked up said we're doing the beer tour and he's like nice. No other conversation. I wouldn't come back here the beer was better then the attitude of the workers read more

Checked out this new brewery on what I believe was their opening night. The hubs and I got there late, so we each only had one brew but we enjoyed them! I tried the vanilla porter and the hubs had the black IPA. My friend also got the vanilla porter and enjoyed it. I'm not a beer drinker but I'll do the occasional dark brew, and Terra Firma's porter was tasty. Atmosphere and staff are nice. Looks like they're still adding decor - little sparse but they have some interesting paintings and quite a collection of vintage license plates! Nice outdoor patio/deck area too, which a number of folks were enjoying when we got there. Overall this is a good addition to TC - we'll be back, along with our friend, since he lives across the street :-) read more

I've always had excellent service every time I stop by. My fiance and I visit a few times a month and I love how they remember our names. Everyone is incredibly friendly. They have a small selection of snacks, but you are able to bring your own food in. The beer is absolutely wonderful. I appreciate how the bartenders offer new and creative mixes to spice things up a bit. I have a basic brewing background and I'm continually impressed with their beer. read more

Oh my gosh. The people here are so great and the beer is awesome. I wish it wasn't 4 hours from my house

Well the facility is nice and the concept is pretty cool...the beer just fell short. I had two of their IPAs that supposedly won 1st and 2nd place in the Traverse City IPA Competition and it made me curious just who the competition was. They were two of the most unimpressive IPAs I've ever had. All of our samples were just "meh". But then, before we left, our very friendly bartender insisted on one last sample she referred to as "dessert". It totally redeemed our experience. It was Bruno The Questionable--a double brown aged in bourbon barrels. I'm not usually a bourbon fan at all, it's usually too boozy and over the top. But wow, Bruno was delicious. Smooth, rich, and dangerous. I'm glad we only had a sample. I would definitely come back for more of that. So yeah, mostly mediocre beer but a cool brewery with a lot of character. Bring your own food to enjoy with your beer or they have menus for places that will deliver. read more

I love this place. It's a bit off the beaten path from the other breweries in the area. The location is nice and more of a winery setting than a brewery setting. It's spacious and there is a patio for when the weather is nice. I've been here twice now and both times we were one of only a couple people in there, so the service was very personalized and friendly. I cannot get enough of the Scarborough Fair. It's one of the most unique flavored beers I've ever tried. Glad to see that Terra Firma is distributing across the state. They've finally made it to the Southeast (Oakland Co.) but I'd like to see Scarborough Fair on their distribution list for the area. Regardless, it's a great place and they make great beer. read more

What an amazing brewery! Great vibe and great beer, you are made to feel welcome, and the beer taste great. No food but you are welcome to bring your own food which is cool. Also in a great location, definitely a new favorite brewery of mine. read more

Brewery Terra Firma - Flight! - Brewpubs Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

My girlfriend and I are at opposite ends of the spectrum on these beers. As a home-brewer I can appreciate the experimentation and the styles that they are doing, but many aren't for my pallet. My girlfriend on the hand adores all of them. When your brew hopping in the Traverse City area, this is a little gem you've got try. read more

Brewery Terra Firma - Really great beer coming out of this place, truly experimental and all its own. - Brewpubs Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

After a bad experience a previous day, we gave it another shot and we're glad we did. Matt was super nice and gracious. Beers were good, shuffle board was fun, and the music was cool :) read more

Wonderful selection, friendly staff. Once spilled a little foam off the top of my beer, absolutely 100% my fault, and when I asked for a towel or napkin to sop it up, the bartender REFUSED to give me one and insisted he would handle it. Instructed me to sit down and enjoy my beer. I'll wander in any day to sample their new seasonal stuff knowing they really enjoy their work and like to see their customers enjoy the fruits of their labors. So far, my faves have all been dark (Porters, mostly), but some of their fruit beers are excellent, too. They offer different size pours, so it's low-stress to try different kinds. Very cool operation they're running! read more

One word. Awkward. My friends and I walked into this place thinking we'd have a good time but instantly we got a lukewarm greeting from the lackluster staff, followed by an evening of sitting at a table with everyone else hearing every word of our conversation. Why wouldn't they even play music at a level people can hear? We felt like it was constantly last call with the Home Depot bright lighting. The beer was just ok, but couldn't believe the hangover 3 beers left me with. Disappointed. Never going back. read more