I used to really enjoy coming here. For years we would go and do flights. It's still a good spot if…read moreyou want to sit outside and bring your dog. Unfortunately they have changed to plastic cups which I am not a huge fan of. The bar tender wasn't terribly welcoming. Which is fine, maybe she was just having an off day. But I've been there before with the same bartender and she always comes off as annoyed. Again, maybe just catching her on off days. They used to have a popcorn machine which they got rid of. You can buy packaged stuff if you'd like. There is a food truck there but I haven't tried that. The beer now is okay. Nothing to write home about. It was better a few years ago. The best is still the Goodale. Overall if you like beer flights, it is worth a stop. But it is hit or miss on service.

Cool spot with nice outdoor seating and a couple disk golf baskets. The beer was ok nothing great.read more

Excellent brewery/restaurant in Grayling…read more I've eaten here twice in a seven year span and the beer, food, and service are still great. Latest visit was last week and we were going to arrive right around kitchen closing (9:30pm). Called in an order and they held it for us/let us eat inside and grab beers. Appreciated that greatly after a long drive. A handful of plant based options like tacos, bowls, and pita sandwiches. I ordered tacos and the pita and both were yummy. Beers are solid and they have other breweries too. Plus cider. The seating options are plentiful (long bar, small and large tables). They can accommodate large groups. The decor is cool inside too. Will absolutely keep coming here when I find myself up north.

I'm so glad we randomly stopped at Paddle Hard Brewing on our way to the UP. Located on a cute main…read morestreet in Grayling, we were seated right away at the bar although the place was pretty busy. Nate ordered a beer and I got the peach raspberry mule, which was delicious - fruity and sweet, but with a bit of a kick from the ginger beer. We decided to split the feta and spinach pizza, but everything on the menu sounded delicious. They also have tacos, paninis, starters, salads, mac and cheese, and a kids menu. The bartenders helping us were super friendly and polite. Our pizza came out super quickly and it was so good. It had a ton of feta, and the veggies were fresh. I loved this pizza and would definitely come back for more in the future. I didn't love the ranch (I think it was just Hidden Valley), but it's still an easy 5 stars for me!

We have been wanting to try this brewery for a while, and finally made it in...what a great…read moreexperience! Bri took great care of us, she was very knowledgeable and friendly. Enjoyed our brews and the sangria cider! And then, the food... We started with the Brewhouse Pretzel...10/10! Hot, chewy, huge and perfectly salted...delicious honey mustard and cheese for dipping. I tried the Spiced Lamb Burger, very unique and tasty, and the spiral fries were delicious! Our table also enjoyed Mahi Mahi Tacos and the Southern Chicken and Biscuit sandwich, both very good. The cheesecake with Carmel sauce...wow. The slice was huge, with super creamy texture, just excellent. Also for dessert, I had a seasonal cocktail "All Too Welll", like pumpkin pie in a martini glass! Mom also enjoyed her Carmel Apple Cauldron. Looking forward to going back, this will definitely make our list of favorite spots when we are up north !

Beer was ok. Guess you need to be a regular to get served. Got our beers, asked for a menu, and…read morethen no one. We were even right in front of them at the bar! Regulars walked in and they were all over them. Could be a nice place for visitors if you can get waited on .

We had an enjoyable experience with good food and a great selection of drinks…read more We started with the Dilly Pizza Sticks - they're great and the perfect balance of cheese, pickle and sauce. The dill pickle ranch was packed with dill and had good flavor. The meals were the Pesto Chicken Salad, and not pictured the Reuben Turkey. The salad was a smaller portion than I expected, but priced appropriately at just $12 is a great deal. The Basil Pesto dressing is divine, so flavorful and the goat cheese was perfect. This salad will absolutely bring me back. The selection of craft beer, cider, mead, and wines was outstanding - we each opted for a flight and got to try 8 amazing selections. Also priced at just $12 for a flight - it was a great deal. The cherry wheat was the best cherry wheat I've ever tried, this brewery absolutely needs to begin distributing. I'd love to offer this selection at our bar. My one complaint (because I'm super picky and quite snobby about sauces) - the ranch needs to be homemade. With so many delicious dressing and sauce recipes on the menu it's a really big disappointment to have ranch that's not homemade. For me being a sauce snob - that's a deal breaker for me at any restaurant. Overall - our experience, service and vibe here was outstanding and we felt comfortable and right at home. Our server was fantastic, the ambiance inside is very chill and relaxing, and the food was great. I'll still give ya 5 stars because it was really great overall!

Stopped into Four Leaf Brewing and really enjoyed the ciders. The staff was friendly, and the…read moreatmosphere was fun, welcoming, and clean. We ordered the Ancho Nachos with a side of beer cheese. The beer cheese was fantastic and honestly what made the nachos enjoyable. The melted cheese on the nachos themselves was pretty sparse, so having the beer cheese on the side was key. One thing I really liked was the banana peppers. They were a nice acidic surprise that added a pop of flavor in place of your traditional jalapeños. I think the dish would benefit from more tomatoes or a fresh salsa to brighten everything up. The biggest thing holding the nachos back was the chips. They were thick, grainy, old-style nacho chips that tasted a bit like cardboard. A better chip would elevate the entire dish! At $16 for a fairly modest bowl of nachos, I expected a more polished and elevated offering. The flavors are there, and the beer cheese is excellent, but the overall execution doesn't quite match the price point. Overall, I'd happily return for the cider, friendly service, and enjoyable atmosphere. A few small tweaks to the nachos could make them every bit as good as the rest of the experience.

If you're wondering where everyone in Bellaire is, they're at Short's! This place is SO much larger…read moreand more fun on the inside than the outside suggests. Casual bar atmosphere with great food and drinks, and fast welcoming service. Get the Loop De Loop - the PB&J dip is an unexpected game changer!

Love the vibes! Short's Brewing Company and Beer Garden are off the chain! Who doesn't love live…read moremusic in an open air space? Said no one! We started off at the beer garden. The lines move fast so I got my cider. The porta potties are clean! Don't let them scare you. Ample seating and floor space if you feel like dancing. There is a burger food truck. You can run over to Short's to order pizza too. We opted for pizza! Joppa with add mushrooms... so good! The brass band from NOLA was great. Easy parking just around the corner. Nice that it's free!

I have been coming here for years. I absolutely love this restaurant. Every time we go to northern…read moremichigan, we stop at thus restaurant on the drive home. They always seat us right away. They have delicious food. I love the chicken tenders and the fries. My husband always tries a different burger and he loves all of them. This time I also got an order of mozarella sticks and they were crispy and good. The fries are my favorite part especially with their ranch. The service is really great too. Its really spacious inside with really cool seating. It isn't too loud in there when you go between 3-5pm. I think its the perfect time to go with kids. They do have high chairs. If you buy a growler, save the bottle and you can refill it super cheap. My husband only paid $12 for a growler to be filled

Dead Bear Brewing is an essential visit on your way through the Grayling area. The staff were…read morepleasant to deal with and notibly attentive considering the busy nature of the establishment during my visit. The food was on par with the incredible service paired with an atmosphere that matches the tone of an upbeat hipster brewery. I will most definitely be back for another visit on my next trip through the area.

Impressive tap selection, great outdoor seating, food trucks, live music, and a genuinely relaxed…read morenorthern Michigan vibe. The beer quality is consistently outstanding, Staff is friendly.

Truly disappointing experience. The bbq food truck's burnt ends and brats were dismal. Not the…read morefault of the brewery. I got the lager and the nitro stout. Both tasted watered down. It was pretty undrinkable and the bartender wasn't the nicest. Not sure if it's an off night, but I would be hesitant to try it again.

We stopped by here on a frigid Saturday and enjoyed a flight of craft microbrews. None of them…read moreknocked it out of the park, but all were unique in their own way. Rustic, eclectic and clean atmosphere, with wonderful tables, a bar, and seating areas. Wifi available. Fri, Sat, Sun, limited hours. Bagged snacks are available--lot parking. Friendly staff.

Came here after a recommendation from someone at O'Conners in East Tawas, and what a great…read morerecommendation! We came on a Sunday after having lunch at The Rainbow Gardens. Jean was our bartender, she let us try a few beers, and I selected and IPA. It was very good! They have good selection, from lights to darks, so there will be something for everyone! The ambience and decor is perfect for an up north lake town feel. It was clean, modern and old school. Bonus was they are in the Hop Passports, which o recommend to anyone who likes micro brews in MI.

Had to get out and enjoy before everything gets closed again. Oh lordy. Carpooled with one friend…read moreand met another friend there who lives in ER. It was really fun to catch up. Two of us enjoyed the sample of five 2-3oz pours. Pick your own of ciders or/including one rose. Two of em were just ok, too floral or aftertaste of no thank you. But, I liked the smoky 3c's and the best seller, Queen Anne (blueberries and cherries!). Rose was on point, too. The best part, great atmosphere, drinking your cider amongst the apple trees in the orchard. Byo food. Absolutely five stars, closes at 7pm, fyi.

We love the view and the cider and the service! It is a fun stop with a relaxed atmosphere and…read morefantastic products. The oak is my husband's favorite. I have to go for the seasonal Kin. a nice stop on a beautiful journey.

I visited this place about a year ago on a whim. Went up to my friends cottage in Comins and…read morearrived a bit earlier than them. I was hungry and had time to kill so I figured I would stop in the only bar in town. I walked in wearing my business casual attire as I had left straight from work for this trip. Sure, I got the immediate record stop/skip, turnaround and stare from everyone, but that was expected; this is a small town, afterall. While I did get the staredown, I never felt uncomfortable as I sat by myself at the bar. Hell, even a couple patrons talked to me for a bit! This place had a surprisingly decent amount of craft beer on tap. I think I was drinking some sort of IPA from Rochester Mills or Griffin Claw. Beer was cold and priced very well. During my few days in Comins, I visited Knot Hole probably 4-5 times. While we all mostly drank up there, we did order some food. I personally had some sort of sandwich the first visit. Don't recall exactly what it was but it was pretty good! Another night I decided to order their hawaiian pizza since I heard it was different than any other. Well, it came out with maraschino cherries on it, along with the standard ham and pineapple. It was surprisingly delicious and even had a drunken friend say "it saved my life". At any rate, I am making my yearly trip back up here soon and am definitely stopping by again!

Since the sale knot hole has had terrible service! Waiting over an hour for a medium pizza. Bar…read moreisn't half full? Sad days at the knots hole!