Swany&#x27;s Pub &amp; Grub

Locally owned & operated

Sports on TV

Dined here at 12 pm on a Saturday, small amount of people so it wasn't too busy…read more Service: it was good, waitress was very nice and was quick with refills and the bill Food: there was a lot of options for food, I ended up getting the Guinness Chicken which came with bread and two sides, I got onion rings and a Caesar salad. All for $14 which is a really good deal. The chicken was some of the best chicken I've had ever, it was drenched in their bbq sauce which I love, the Caesar was a good portion size and onion rings were crisp. There was a lot of TVs in the bar to watch sports, and had many great deals for food as well, highly recommended coming to eat here. I will be back

Had a nice time service, food, and drinks for real good…read more Friendly staff. Nice place to hang out.

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The Heist Grille

4.0(1 review)

0.1 mi

Cool cozy pub with a historical vibe-in the old St John's bank (complete with vault doors). We had…read moredelicious pub style burgers with crisp seasoned fries. Quick and friendly service. Price are very reasonable, family friendly. Would visit again to try their house smoked meats and sauces.

Alma Brewing Company

4.1(44 reviews)

26.4 mi

First visit and really liked it! The pretzel was super fun because of how huge it was. They have a…read morehuge selection of beer. We aren't drinkers and came just for the food. They were out of the iconic cheese curds and raspberry sauce, so that was disappointing. I heard this place was a must visit in Alma, enjoyed my experience, and would return!

Every time we stop- we talk about how much we like this place. The service is good, the beers are…read moregreat, and the food never disappoints. We love the laidback vibe and all the tv's to watch the game. Beers change on their menu- but there is something for everyone on it. I typically go for a fruity one. We always get the cheese curds. They are served with this amazing raspberry jalapeño jam that I can't get enough of!! Order this!! I got a burger and my boyfriend got a French dip- delicious. Bar food but better for sure.

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Green Spot Pub

4.0(43 reviews)

43.3 mi

We have passed this place many times and finally decided to stop in and try it. We were glad we…read moredid. The place has limited parking but it's worth your time. The staff was very friendly and on top of things. Our waitress was warm and welcoming with just enough attentiveness without being overly intrusive. She was also accommodating to my beverage choice dilemma. Thank you! The food was all delicious. We split the Ruben with onion rings ($3 up charge). The Ruben might be one of the best we remember. The flavor was great, it was not greasy or soggy from too much toppings. The onion rings were also very crispy without being burnt. The coating was thin and fully covered the onion. We also shared the Ruben egg rolls and they were delicious as well. The only thing is they were two egg rolls cut into 6 pieces, which seemed a bit pricey. If you want a Ruben, you might just want to do the sandwich. The beverages were reasonably priced with a good variety to choose from. The inside was clean and they have plenty of seating. They have some unique seating arrangements and a small game area. They also appear to have an outdoor area, which was only used for the patrons who smoked as it was too cold to sit outside. We are definitely going to be going back. I would recommend this place to anyone.

I have driven by here for years always wondered what it was like on day the planets aligned and wa…read morela here we are.for starters it was kinda loud alot of people drinking pretty early in my book 6 ish but they were all having fun.service was very good no complaints there now the food I ordered breaded mushrooms for a appetizer they were your standard frozen ones but the waitress got them to the table while they were still too hot to eat (I love that) so they were great my wife got a bacon burger she said was good French fries were hot hot hot again excellent! My grandson got a kids burger and fries I thought it tasted a little off maybe because it only had ketchup on it.I got a corned beef sandwich and fries the corned beef was about 1" thick not a bunch of slices it was fantastic!

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Beer and wine

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Soda with lime.

Country Pub

3.9(36 reviews)

44.6 mi

For Lake Perch , this is best for miles around! Batter is light and flavorful. Choice of regular…read morefries, baked potato or Cris's cross fries. Waitstaff is always on point friendly, prompt and courteous. Debbie was our favorite. Atmosphere is local country decor. It's and old establishment with style.

The steak and spaghetti that we had was very tasty. The staff is knowledgeable and polite.read more

Bar

Wing dings dinner

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Frog leg dinner

Looking Glass Brewing Co

3.7(92 reviews)

11.2 mi

If you haven't been here in the last year or so, it's time to come back…read more I'll be the first to admit when I make a mistake. And about a year ago, I made a mistake by giving Looking Glass a bad review. Shortly after, I came back and had a conversation with one of the managers; based on that conversation, I deleted that review. Today, I'm happy to give Looking Glass Brewing a 5 star review. Their customer service has improved significantly. In fact, the changes I've experienced since then have made it probably one of my favorite places to visit. They keep their beer rotating with new brews and I just had a delicious lunch... the onion gravy was on point and the sausages have a really good crunch. Everything has been really good and I'm so glad I gave them another chance.

I stopped here late afternoon on a Saturday. This old church converted to a bar/restaurant had a…read moregood vibe. I sat at the bar drank a cream ale that was good and had the brisket wrap that was very good. It was served quickly after ordering. If you are passing through the little town of DeWitt give them a try.

Looking Glass Brewing Co - TGIF! Open 12-10 & ready to kick off your weekend the right way! Winter Beer Trail is on, don't forget -- get your collectible scarf

TGIF! Open 12-10 & ready to kick off your weekend the right way! Winter Beer Trail is on, don't forget -- get your collectible scarf

The big pretzel.

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Lyons Bar

5.0(1 review)

19.7 mi

I've been coming here for years, it's just what you can expect from a small town bar! Great food,…read moreamazing people with amazing stories! Lots of small town sentiments. Everyone knows everyone and if they don't, they will mayor family before your first drink! Oh, karaoke too! Omg! Best thing in the world these days!

Eaton Pub & Grille & Charlotte Brewing

3.8(97 reviews)

33.6 mi

First time here and would come back again. Here is how the visit shook out:…read more What was great: - grilled chicken sandwich was grilled perfectly - I asked for my fries crispy and were done just the way I like them - friendly service Not as great: - crab soup was too fatty (this is a big deal for folks with no gallbladder as it is likely to make you sick)

Great food, excellent service, and a fun atmosphere. What more could you want. Check them outread more

Hangover Burger and sweet potato fries pair with a Copper Mountain Amber!

12 oz . Hand - Cut New York Strip

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The Bowling Alley Ionia

4.7(6 reviews)

25.9 mi

10/10! Great food,…read morenice staff, the owner is wonderful, restaurant and bowling area is clean! The pickle fries are addictive.

This is some of the best food in Ionia...and definitely the best pizza. The bar could be stocked…read morebetter, for sure...but the bowling is the nicest in the area!

Four Friars

State of the Art Bowling Facility

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Plenty of Room for your Party or Event

Sirens

3.7(7 reviews)

0.1 mi

Didn't have food, but if I had it I'm sure I'd be disappointed also with that! Came Friday night to…read morescope what I was going to drink because I had a captain and coke and the coke tasted nasty. (I'm really picky about it specially out of a gun). Decided to have crown peach and asked if they had more cuz the bottle was almost done and bartender said they were getting a shipment in Saturday am. So here Saturday and 3rd drink she tells me they are out of it. Not only out of that but they also ran out of cranberry juice earlier and also them lemons. I'm sure they ran out of other items but who knows!! Like what bar runs out of so many things?! Like go to Walmart and buy the crap!! 2nd time I came here and will never go back again even to hang with my friends!! If I could give a negative number I totally would!! Worst bar I ever been too!!

Excellent social venue for food and drinks. This is a great locally owned business that gives…read moreback to the community. I highly recommend!!

Things to do in Saint Johns

Every other Tuesday, beginners class, next class is February 8th 7PM.

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Karaoke Wednesday nights 8 to 11PM.

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3.9

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I have enjoyed Dagwood's for nearly 60 years. As an MSU student, I thought it was a very "classy"…read morejoint back then: Michelob on tap and beer mugs that had a unique handle; a curve connected at the bottom with a gap of about half an inch at the top. Big time, baby!! In those 58 years, the exterior has not changed except for a patio on the back side. The men's room is really small; much like Texaz Grill in Phoenix!! No door on the toilet stall to this day. Seating area has same setup; booths and tables appear to have been replaced over those years. Dagwood's offers 10 or more draft beers today. The classic MIchelob is absent. I had ham and bean soup, cheeseburger and fries. The soup is homemade and just what I wanted. Burgers are all smash-style; cooked to order and still juicy. To me, the fries are the hit; hand-cut fresh potatoes fried to order and great! Saturday afternoon was a little spotty but they got the job done. Dagwood's is a classic college dive bar with good food cooked behind the bar for all customers to see.

I can remember the first time I was here back in 1992 (yes, I'm old), I don't think I ever had a…read morenon-fast burger before, but I can tell you without a doubt this burger single handedly changed the meaning of my existence. Fresh meat, flat top grill that has been well seasoned over decades (I'm assuming it's not new) of use. I think one of the reasons I've been so thrilled with the recent smash burger uprising is because they remind me so much of these style of pub burgers. Coming back 30 years later, I can't say that much has changed. The burger was still delicious, the service was still solid and if you love dive bars and old classic pubs as much as I do, the decor was solid and pleasing. You get what you see here, there is nothing fancy, but everything is great. If you love burgers (or wings which are also yummy but drumstick style) this is an absolutely underrated spot to get a basic bacon cheeseburger and fries. As you can imagine, they have a good selection of beer and liquor along with tradtional pop. Can't wait to come back and get another burger soon.

Henry's Place

3.9

(109 reviews)

Yes Henry's Place is in a strip mall and is a locals type place. We found it to be welcoming spot…read moreto eat, drink and be merry! We sat at the bar but there are many tables for dining. Our bartender did his best to keep our drinks full and helped us with our food order. We had a shrimp and fries basket and a smash burger. Both items were very good and fresh. The shrimp were hand breaded and huge. Henry's is a worthwhile stop, check it out.

The food in the service is wonderful, we're looking for a spot to hang out and have a drink and…read moremeal. This is the perfect place to go. The ambience is like a sports bar always got something planned on the TVs. It's wonderful.

Midtown Brewing Co.

3.5

(218 reviews)

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This was a good place for us to stop for lunch on our way to Frankenmuth. We had a dog in tow, so…read morewe needed a place that was dog-friendly. This patio here definitely fit the bill. It is almost completely enclosed (by wooden pallets) so people passing by on the street/sidewalk aren't staring at you (or your pup). The owner is a dog-lover and stopped by our table to talk for a bit.

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3.4

(222 reviews)

Look, you can get a giant bowl of liquor here. This is true. You can also get a lovely and amazing…read morebrunch. The biscuits are perfect. Eggs are cooked exactly to your preferences. There are no specialty coffees, but the juice is perfect. Know what you are getting into and enjoy it.

Went here and had the Queen's cinnamon French toast and the Hail Caesar salad. The French toast was…read moregood, I'd give it a 4/5 because I felt like it could've used more raspberry sauce, but overall it was tasty! The Caesar had an interesting flavor, but lacked a decent amount of Parmesan which prompted me to ask for more. This was a massive blunder. Do not ask for additional Parmesan unless you want an extra charge on your bill! As for the service, it was extremely mediocre. The atmosphere was nice but the music was a bit loud.

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3.6

(8 reviews)

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We give this place a chance after chance and they always fine a way to disappoint. Poor service,…read morecold food. Take out times takes double the time quoted. Worth the drive to St. John's, Ovid and Lansing. Awful experience

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3.5

(17 reviews)

Their teriyaki steak tips with mushrooms and onions are the bomb!!! The fish fry is great too!…read more Didn't care for onion rings or the BLT. But overall their food is pretty good Door dashing more steak tips tonight for dinner with krack fries.

This place is cozy, welcoming, na has really good fish. I like their apps, especially the pretzels…read moreand beer cheese. For an entree, their burgers are unmatched but as is the fish and chips. They make really good cocktails, pull tabs, and a jukebox. What else could you want? Good spot in Mid-Michigan with good service.

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