On 1-16-26 I purchased tickets and concessions via my emagine rewards app for Zootopia 2 at 6:30pm…read morein Birch Run, MI. Upon arrival at the theater, I checked in at the front desk/concession area. I received my concessions that I pre-purchased. I was alone with my child as a single parent. I grabbed 2 of their trays for the seats to hold the popcorns and drinks and began juggling all of that alone. I proceeded to my theater and was met by a staff member that said they were still cleaning and we would need to wait in the hall. When I asked where I could place the trays and food I was juggling I was told "I don't know" I asked for a manager and I had 3 "managers" come up to me. I explained that I was juggling all of this as a single parent and they said " maybe don't come so early". I said that the staff member should advise the theater doesn't open until 30 mins before a show and she said " we can't catch everyone".... I was then told "enjoy my show there is nothing we can do for you." Nothing like a theatre that isn't "family friendly" and doesn't care about the customer

WORST EXPERIENCE EVER. I paid $15 for a drink for them to come in the theater and STEAL it out of…read moremy hand for sharing it with my 29 OLD YEAR HUSBAND. i will NEVER EVER COME BACK. I am FURIOUS the staff made uncomfortable and ashamed to be a woman. booo

Brinstar is one of those places you walk into and immediately think, "yeah...I'm coming back."…read more If you're into retro vibes, this spot nails it. They've got a great mix of pinball machines, old-school arcade classics, and some newer games, so it doesn't feel like a museum, it actually feels alive. You can bounce between games, grab a drink, and just hang out without it feeling forced. What really surprised me though was the food. I expected typical bar food, but they go way beyond that. The brunch is legit, and the menu has some creative dishes that actually feel thought out, not just thrown together. It's the kind of place where you come for the games and end up staying for the food. The staff are super friendly and bring a fun energy without being over the top. It also strikes a nice balance crowd-wise. During the day, it's totally a spot you could bring your kids and let them have a blast, and later on it shifts into more of a social hangout where you can meet locals and vibe. Overall, it's just a really well done arcade bar that doesn't try too hard but still delivers on everything. Definitely worth checking out.

On a Thursday night, I ordered the Philly cheese steak and sweet potatoe fries. The fries were…read moreamazing and I love that they gave two different sizes baskets for it, one to hold the fries and another for ketchup. The Philly cheese steak however was disappointing. The meat was over cooked and dried. They placed onions and cheese on top. Maybe it's a personal preference but I like the cheese and vegetables mixed in with the meat. The bread was basic. I used a lot of ketchup so it would not taste/feel too dry while I was eating it. I did try one of their drinks and the Michigan Mule was very weak and flat, had ginger ale, to me. This is an arcade bar and had a lot of pinball machines. But it wasn't overbearing loud. There's cute gaming decor all around and the hallway to the bathroom is interesting to look at. They were full of drawing and random statements from previous customers. There were some children running around so def a place for all ages. I think this place is more about the pinball machines than the food. Haha. The waiter did a great job balancing our side of the building with huge parties. There is free parking out front.

We had 7:30 tickets to see Evan Hansen - we decided to go early to the Pendulum Lounge for dinner…read moreand drinks (since parking is so terrible we liked being able to do our entire evening in one place). We went to the MCFTA web site to look up the hours and menu and the site had the hours: 4:30 to 8 We showed up a little after 5 and asked at the ticket office where the lounge was- the 6 people standing looking at us were like deer in headlights, one person finally told us it wasn't open.... We told them we went on the website and it showed the lounge's hours and it didn't say anything about being closed.... they said nothing. And guess what? I got home from the show and went to the web site and NOW it says it's closed til May...... We haven't been happy with the Center for awhile now. It doesn't feel like it's being run very well.

Very upset. The museum used to be great. But then, they had a flood, and they closed off the…read moremuseum. Totally understandable. Then they closed for COVID, alright. They haven't opened it since. We asked an employee, and they say that they will have it finished by 2025. 2025?! They haven't even started taking apart exhibits, or building anything. They've just kept it sitting there untouched for the past few years. Just tear the whole thing down if you're not even going to bother remodeling it. Never coming back

Plenty of lanes for bowling, laser tag, and plenty of things to do for the kids and adults alike…read more Reasonably priced. Highly recommended.

Went bowling with my family. Once we got there and started bowling we had issues with the lane. My…read morewife asked for help after 5 minutes of waiting and the lane not being worked I went back up to see what the delay was. The lady at the time was very disrespectful. We waited an additional 7 min before anyone came to the lane. We were paying by the hour which was even more frustrating. As they fixed the lane it took another 8 minutes. So a total of 20 min gone and off of your time. The way they corrected this is by adding 5 minutes.

Enjoyed lunch on a weekday and there was no waiting. Our server was very attentive and friendly. We…read moreordered the lunch portion of the 2 meat meal. The brisket was very tender. Loved the dry rub on the ribs, and the meat fell off the bone. Loved the selection of bbq sauces at the table. Everything was great.

"Pulled" chicken is not really pulled it's cut up chicken. Red skin mashed potatoes are amazing…read more Mac n cheese is ok but noodles are over cooked. The bbq sauce taste good. Corn bread is hard and dry!!! They do it in a cupcake pan now instead of the square pieces. (They always been dry and hard to me, but my friend wanted to go again) she said the same thing hard and dry. Definitely would not go again!!

A truly beautiful place to relax and enjoy nature. We've been coming here for years now and always…read morehappy to spend a couple hours between here and Whiting Forest next door. The annual pass is an easy decision for us since we end up going more than twice in a year. Whether it's exploring the gardens while there's a new outdoor art exhibit, checking out the butterflies in the conservatory exhibit in the spring, enjoying the rose and herb gardens in the summer, or enjoying the fall colors washing over Midland in the autumn, it's our favorite place in the area. Also a lovely venue for wedding ceremonies and naturally offers excellent scenes for formal photos. The facilities are great and should be improving with the new welcome center being constructed. While definitely child-friendly with the children's garden and school tours, if you're looking for somewhere to let your kid run around, you might find the mall or a park playground more accommodating.

I had no clue this place even existed until a few months ago when I was in Midland at a conference…read moredown the road. Maybe Michigan's best kept secret? Anyway, I bookmarked it with the intention of coming up here when the weather was nicer, and I finally got around to doing it over this past July 4th! (bonus points for them being open regular business hours during a holiday!) I drove the two hours and walked in and it only costs $15 for a single visit, $30 for a yearly membership. Nice! I wouldn't mind getting a membership, because it truly pays for itself. They have a gift shop in the front area where you pay with a few things to browse and purchase. Maps of the Gardens are by the register to take so you can see all the sights when here. Initially, I didn't know where to start so I wandered down the path to the left. This was towards the Estate Gardens, which were lovely by the way. The downside? I wanted to see the inside of the house but it was locked up. I'm not sure if they give tours, and there was nobody to ask. I continued walking and saw the Ribbit Exhibit which has about 13 different metal frog sculptures throughout. Lots of green areas to view, with some wonderful bridges as well. Eventually I was going to go to the children's garden, but it was starting to get hot outside and my leg and back were getting sore. I walked through the rose garden, which was nice, but on the smaller side. Eventually I ended up by the Educational center and kind of tired out by this point. I don't know how far I'd walked, but it felt like miles. The heat didn't help. Here's where I got frustrated with my experience. First, even with a map, it's easy to get "lost" here. Some paths are a dead end. Some lead you to now where, and it doesn't always connect back to the main pathway. There was at least two instances where I went to look at a bridge, then discovered a water fountain, and couldn't find my way out. There were several paths, but only one lead to the main drag. It's because I heard the golf cart that I was able to determine where to go. Also, they have limited bathrooms here. I don't need one every 5 feet, but I only was able to find two during my visit. The map says there's 5 bathrooms, but they're literally miles apart and you don't know where they're at because there's barely any signage for the bathrooms. If you have kids, or an emergency, I can't imagine this ending well. Also, a big one for me, which really spurred me docking a full star. No scooter rentals, or any form of alternative means for those of us who may need it. No, I'm not handicapped, but the zoo offers them for a charge, which I'm willing to pay. I would've stayed twice as long if I could scoot around the park, along with walking as my leg goes numb after about a mile or so. The good news to this? You can get a golf cart tour, but you have to book it in advance, and they're at select times. I would do that, but I didn't remember to book a tour in advance. But, maybe next time I can bring my own scooter so I can go further. Aside from that, the gardens are fabulous. I'll probably do another trip up to see the canopy walk and a few other things when it's a bit cooler in the fall and not 90 degrees with a 68 degree dew point. LOL. Worth every penny!

Love the EDM music and the atmosphere at this club. Very safe & great drinks. Only place in Mid…read moreMichigan that has a great big city feel

I approached this small museum with no real expectations. I left pleased and perplexed…read more Some of the labeling could be improved. For example, a small 15th century Italian bust of Saint Veronica of Binasco is not identified as a reliquary. (A reliquary is a container for the purported or actual physical remains of saints, such as bones.) Leaving out that small detail is a big deal. A Jordan Valley Glassworks chandelier titled 'Calypso Reef' owes way too much to the ouevre of Dale Chihuly. It could almost be considered a copy. There are a surprising number of John Rogers 19th century plaster genre sculptures. The kitschy Hummel or Lladro figurines of their day, they were incredibly popular. Most museums put these off in a corner somewhere; here, they have pride of place in very nice hallway gallery. Quibbles aside, this little museum is a very cozy environment to meander about. There are two interesting Corot landscapes, a soothing 8th century Chinese stele of a Buddha, a sculpture of Psyche and Eros has them smack in the middle of an intense kiss and they'll probably be getting a room soon, Nell Witters two etchings of trees are beautifully delicate, and a temporary exhibition of automotive art features some skillfully-executed images. One work made the entire visit worthwhile: Warren Sheppard's 1904 painting titled 'The Trackless Sea.' Simply, ocean waves fill the lower half of the canvas; an orange sky with a small sun in the distance fills the top half. It's stunningly realistic and a photo just doesn't capture how seriously good this painting is. Stare at this every day and it's an instant stress reliever.