Finally found the perfect neighborhood pub not too far from us in Rockford. We came here for a lions game planning to stay for half and ended up staying for the whole game. Staff was nice and prompt and the menu was great. We really liked the spicy chicken sandwich. Drinks were well priced and their weekly food and drink specials were amazing. We'll be back very soon for the laid back vibes, cheap drinks and good food. read more

Harvard Tavern - Bars Near Me - Cedar Springs, Michigan

Don't go. Worst service ever . We waited over hour for food and it came out cold and dry. Then it took another 1/2 hour to get our bill. It wasn't very busy. We ordered French dip and chicken bacon sub. read more

Great service , nightly specials and great prices ! What's not to like ... Friday night fish fry for $11 , all the pollack you can eat , you have to add some polish roses to snack on . Now it's a dive bar , it k owns it and it flaunts it ! Monday steak for 2 looks good too read more

Harvard Tavern - Polish roses - Bars Near Me - Cedar Springs, Michigan

Thank goodness for Yelp! We were starving and would never have found this place had it not been for our trusty Yelp ap. Apparently everyone had the same idea because the place was packed at 2:30 on a Friday afternoon. The poor bartender was the only serving staff but handled the crowd well. I had the gizzards (yay), my husband has the AYCE fish fry and my daughter the hotdogs. My husband and I loved ours, my daughter said that her hotdog tasted chemically and didn't eat them. Lots of locals this place looks like a fun spot just avoid the hot dogs read more

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Our family had a great time at The Harvard on sunday! The food was great and the service was even better! Tammy was super fun and kept us entertained. read more

We have been coming frequently for quite a few years, and typically have very good service and the best broasted chicken around. Today, we waited over 20 minutes to be seated and we were the only ones waiting. No one acknowledged us until we approached the bartender to ask if we could sit down and were told they would be with us soon. It was around 2 PM on a Saturday. We waited another 30 minutes before our order was taken. Seemed to be a lot of confusion with the iPads they take the orders on. Had to ask multiple times for a second beer and our food was overdone (baskets) and clearly cooked in old oil. Did notice an employee arrive to get their check and they were readily served shots while the bartender did pull-tabs with them. Waited another 25 minutes to get our check. Hoping this was just an off day and will give it another try, once we get past the bad taste left from our food. read more

This is a local (some would say verrrry local) hangout. If you're headed here it's best not to have any expectations. It's dimly lit with a pool table, darts and socially distanced tables. The positives: The homemade chicken noodle soup. You'll get a hearty, generous serving. I would come here just for this. The pizza grinder was good too. My date said he would recommend it. Also, the drink special was $2 draft beer... yes please! The negatives: I ordered the enchilada dinner. I've had better! It seemed like there was coney style chili on it, and an extremely large amount of it. The bottom line: I'd come here again. I'll try a different menu item next time. read more

Harvard Tavern - Homemade Chicken noodle soup. Yes!!! - Bars Near Me - Cedar Springs, Michigan

Food is so good! All you can eat fish is cooked done perfectly. Tammy is our fav waitress. She gives such great service & so friendly. TY from Dave & Nancy S read more

My wife and I go regularly. The service is always friendly and even at their busiest the take great care of all the guests. Love the French Dip and Fish & Chips are excellent. read more

I have stopped here many times and really enjoyed the food. The service has always been ok but this last visit was absolutely horrendous. It started by waiting about ten minutes for anybody to even acknowledge our presence. Only after I asked if I should just grab a seat did I actually get a rather angry "we will get to you soon". I already had my appetite set for Harvard so I was patient. Eventually the bartender seated us and immediately got our drinks so things were looking up. However our server passed by us numerous times without even saying a word. 20 minutes later she acknowledged us by letting us know she would be with us soon.....her definition was different than mine. She arrived about ten minutes later and took our order. That proved to be quite the difficult task and after another five or so minutes she was in her way to get me another beer and the kitchen started work on our food. The appetizer was thankfully quick and I was starved and extremely thirsty. I was informed she would get me that beer I ordered 15 minutes ago but not until she figured out where the first beer had been billed. Really? Just get me a beer WHILE you figure that out. The appetizer was good and actually our main dish came out pretty quick, still no beer. The wing dings were way over done but the taste was still pretty good. I eventually did get that beer in time to wash down the food. So after an hour and a half I was able to have two beers and dinner and become incredibly frustrated. I loved this place but this experience will make me think twice before returning. I believe the bartender was doing the best she could, the food came out quick and was just ok. The server was horrible! The attitudes of employees overall were awful. I can say I am not big on doing negative reviews but I would hate to see this place go down and they need to know. I am extremely easy going in these situations and tried to be patient and understanding but please train the staff to treat customers with a little kindness and respect. An hour and half + would not be a big problem if I felt like anyone really cared that I was there or not. read more

They have great food. I got a burger and fries and it was delicious. When I was there I played some pool and it was really fun. Some days they have a band there singing songs. And it's truly fun. read more

Hell yes to the Harvard Tavern. Such a fun place to go and have a low key night with your friends. The food is great. It's no craft cocktail place but you'll find your old favorites. read more

This bar is a hidden gem. Came across it during impromptu road trip. The best service I have had in a long time. Do yourself a favor and get a burger or patty melt....probably top 3 I have ever had....ever. I don't know how they do it, but It's amazing. read more

I have been coming here for years. When the old owner passed away and his daughter took over the place took a total dive. They have made so many cuts to the menu from before and she is one of the most unprofessional business owners I have ever seen. And depending on which person waits on you the tab can vary drastically. I order the same meal w two drinks the bill ranges from $3-$21 difference. Bartender menu and beverage training may be needed as well as personality adjustment. My dead cat has more personality than these lady bartenders. While the food is decent bar food for the most part, their broasted chicken is what gives them a 3 star review. It is delish. But don't try to order it on a Friday night because their fryers are taken over by their nasty all you can eat fish. Which is basically bones and batter. I think they continue ti stay in business because of their location. There isn't anything else around unless you want to drive quite a ways. read more

Small hole in the wall with great bar food. Prices were decent. Wet burrito was excellent and so were the burgers

They are out in the middle of the woods. Nice for people who want that country feel to a bar. Not many places can top their excellent food. It's worth a drive going there. read more

One of our favorite places to go in Cedar Springs. Food is good, waitress' are very friendly and it's priced reasonably. Extensive menu for a bar. You won't be disappointed. read more

Neat country bar with great patty melt and potato skins. Nice people, too. They even had Bell's Oberon on tap.

Didn't get to try the food/bev at this place, but we appreciated them helping us out when we had a sysco snafu the other week. I bet it's a good place. read more

This bar would be great if they would get help that doesnt try to over charge. We went here for trivia on a Thursday and only ordered 4 drinks and yet we were chared for 6. We cleared the problem up and tried it again the following Thursday and once again we were over charged. After talking to a few regulars we found out that the blonde waitress made a habit of this and were told to only order from the bar tender. Great bar but be careful and watch your bill. read more

My husband and I have been going here once or twice a month for "many" years. After our experience Sunday June 12, I'm not sure we will ever be back. The place was about 3/4 full but no problem finding a table. There was 1 waitress waiting tables. From the start it was obvious she was overwhelmed. Seem to be trying to keep up. We had to wait for menus and drinks but finally ordered. Folks next to us asked about their appetizers since it had been a half hour. Waitress said kitchen was backed up. Our food arrived almost one and a half hours after we arrived. This is plain ridiculous and management needs to get on top of this, if they care to get people returning to their establishment. We saw "nothing" but unhappy customers all around us. Deservedly so. read more