The oldest tavern in operation in Manistee County, the Blue Slipper offers lots of history in its…read moredecor but a more contemporary fun experience. Jukebox, TV, very friendly and attentive staff, great food and drinks at good prices all come together to make this place a great place for a meal, a drink at the bar, or both. A must visit when traveling through Onekama.

Last Friday at the "Blue Shoe Zoo," we were viciously attacked for no cause by a man who said he…read morewas "the owner," later identified as Jim Metcalf. After an uneventful meal and an initial bill that included items we did not order - Focaccia bread, soup, and tea from the table next to us (not known to us), we were falsely accused of "swearing" at the server and sabatoging a sandwich that was sent back (a grilled cheese sandwich that was smothered in what looked like tartar sauce). I was the first to be assaulted when I approached him as we were leaving to try and let him know that the $4 unsweetened tea we did not order was still on the bill, that we paid the bill anyway and we were leaving. I didn't even get one word out when he started yelling at me, getting within 18 inches of my face, spitting and screaming, using the F bomb repeatedly. Then he ran through the outdoor seating area filled with guests, confronting and yelling at each one of our party of four, pointing his finger in our faces and poking at one of us. His behavior was so loud and out of control, everyone in the place could see and hear his tirade. As we were leaving the outdoor seating area, he was screaming "pay your bill and get the F- out of here and don't ever F-ing come back...I'm calling the police...you'll be hearing from my lawyer..." and then he followed us out into the parking lot and seemed to enlist a staff member to write down our license plate number. It has taken me days to gather my thoughts to write this. None of us had ever experienced or witnessed such a display of nonsensical ranting and raving and downright rage by a business owner. As senior citizens in our seventies, we still don't know where the idea of swearing at the server came from or why we were subjected to such wrath in a dining establishment. Aside from the terrible sandwich, the bill mishap and the maniacal owner, the music was fun, the chicken wings were boring, the fish was good and the smelt was smelt.

First time having dinner there. Randall was an attentive server…read more In viewing the online menu the restaurant menu was different and was explained the menu changes every 3 months, somewhat disappointing. Food was very good, pizzas looked delicious. Will return one day.

Stopped in again the other day for lunch. Our first time was ok, but not enough to make us want to…read morestop in again. After exploring other restaurants around lately, we decided to give the Clam a try again. Glad we did. Service Our waitress was great. Patient while we decided and helped with our lunch choices. Food We got a Rodeo burger and the Chicken Quesadillas. Both were really good. The spicy Rodeo sauce for the burger was nice. Chicken quesadillas was plentiful and really good. Price Compared to other places around the Clam was reasonably priced. Especially considering the dishes were tasty. Restaurant The Clam had a nice feel. Tables spaced nicely. Everything looked clean. You can be seated outside on the sidewalk cafe if you'd like. Nice place. Summary We'll be back. I'll be trying the pizza next. It looked great and seems that it was a popular choice. Considering so many tourist trap restaurants around Cadillac and Lake City, the Clam seems to be a good go to.

Pizza was way overpriced for a "Large" which is only a 12" and it was average at that. 1st and…read morelast visit

The food it's amazing. Very charming. You can seat inside or outside. Outside you can enjoy the…read morebeautiful view of Portage Lake. Open from around Memorial Day until Labor Day. There is a playground you can see while you seat at the porch.

Went to this pub for our anniversary. Sometimes you just want nachos and not a fancy, expensive…read moresteak dinner. Romantic, I know! I got a few vodka sodas, a fountain coke, and my husband and I shared the giantest (yes it's a word) dish of nachos in the world. They were great. We brought the leftovers home to our in laws and although they were cold and soggy, they got demolished in minutes, ha! The service was efficient. Our server wasn't overly friendly but she wasn't rude either, just wanted to get the job done. Would definitely go back for nachos and a drink!

Easily the best bar in Petoskey and honestly one of the best ones I've been to anywhere. Yes, as a…read morehometown local I'm a little biased for sure but there is something very genuine and honest about the Pub and the people there. No pretension, no putting on airs or trying to impress anyone, everyone coming as they are. You'll rub elbows with local blue collar and service industry people, trust fund kids, wealthy summer residents, everyday folks of all kinds etc. I think a lot of reviews here are from visitors expecting The Pub to be like the Perry Hotel or one of the more tourist oriented places that bends over backwards and caters to summer vacationers. One even mentioned threatening to "Go ski somewhere else" for not being coddled I guess, which I found hilarious. They also seem to mention food a lot. For what it's worth the food is pretty darn good here, though my experience is usually over some appetizers later at night shared with friends over a few drinks. Solid burgers, can't go wrong with the fish & chips and their cheese curds are surprisingly good, easily rivaling anything you'd find in Wisconsin. That said I've always seen this place as a bar first and a place to drink with friends that just happens to have good late night food too. The service is good and the people working are top-notch and good at their job, but sometimes the Pub can get a bit too busy as there's just not a lot of competition that truly rivals it downtown. That's what happens when barely anything is open late in the post-covid world and businesses seem to be closing left and right. If you can keep your ego in check you'll find a pretty rare and valuable thing here which is a local pub welcoming to anybody and truly reflecting the full breadth of the local community.

Now THIS is what I'm talking about!…read more If you love your Michigan beers and craft foods, this is the spot in Ludington. There's a hole in the wall leading to the bar next door (The Sportsman) and the atmosphere is super chill. Food is unique and VERY good. Draft beer selection is extremely varied and well put together for a wide palate range. Well done, very well done

When we first walked in we were served our first beer. Shortly after it seemed as if we were…read morepurposely being ignored. After attempting to flag our bartender down we finally got a response from another person in the bar who was able to bring us one single menu for 3 people. After our menu we sat and waited a half hour and watched everyone else around us get acknowledged and served. 30 minutes later we put enough cash on the bar to cover drinks and walked out. This bar seems to only cater to locals. I truly had high hopes when I walked in. If your from out of town just go to Applebees your better off.

Unfortunately, our first visit will also be our last…read more We had a 5:30 reservation before a concert and were seated immediately. Unfortunately, that was the last thing that happened quickly. It took about 10 minutes for our waitress to come to the table. We were given food menus but no drink menu, and eventually had to ask another waitress for one. Once our server arrived, we could already tell things were moving slowly, so we ordered everything at once--drinks, appetizer, and entrees. Surprisingly, the appetizer came fairly quickly. Our drinks, however, didn't arrive until more than five minutes later--after the appetizer had already been served. Then came the worst part: we waited over an hour for our entrees. During that time, we watched three other tables that arrived after us get completely served before we did. That's one of my biggest pet peeves in a restaurant. Our waitress repeatedly stopped by to tell us our food was coming, but it simply didn't. When the food finally arrived, it was cold and mediocre at best. We had a 5:30 reservation and didn't leave until around 7:00. Thankfully, we had allowed plenty of time before our concert. I still left a 15% tip because I know serving is a difficult job. For perspective, I normally tip 30-40%, and I honestly can't remember the last time I left only 15%. But after being virtually ignored for that long, watching several tables that arrived after us get served first, and then receiving cold, mediocre food, I couldn't justify more. Very disappointing experience. If you have three hours to spare, give it a try. Otherwise, I'd stay away. Sorry to say, but we won't be back.

The food delicious. The service top notch…read more The ambiance warm and cozy on the early November winters day!

Drove 30 minutes out of our way to pick up a gift card for friends moving to the area and decided…read moreto get dinner. After being charged for it, we received a gift certificate that was only good for 45 days. When asked why this wasn't disclosed, owner stated he couldn't tell the employees that the business was being sold. No integrity, huge thumbs down.

Been almost 7 years since my last visit to Trails End. Years…read moreago I would stop here with friends after a morning of ATV's on the Leota Trails. Now my son purchased his 1st quadrunner and leaves for the US Army next week. So a good trail ride was needed. After a few hiurs this morning we headed to the bar. Nice easy drive over and being a Thursday early, the place was not busy. Nice clean bar with friendly service just as it was years ago. Hamburgs were the special and the boy got one with the housemade sauce and fresh cut french fries. Looked good and he enjoyed it. I opted for beef nachos and they were also good. Hopefully I can return again soon They bar also has live music weekly and a 3 day party for July 4th

Great service. The food is just above average. Chewy steak but great fish. Reminds me of wedding…read morefood but a little above par. Satisfied but not impressed.

Everything about this place was just phenomenal. We had server Kendall and she was so so kind and…read moreso attentive. Great atmosphere and great music definitely recommend!!! If I could rate 100 stars, I would!

I would highly recommend hammers. The servers are super nice, and highly attentive. Couldnt ask for…read morebetter service in lake city. Shoutout to Rhonda, Tina, and Shay for being the best at what they do! Thank you all so much for creating a great place for us to have an amazing experience to come back to time and time again.

Stopped in at Hammer's Pub & Grub during a trip to the Lake City area and was really impressed. The…read moreatmosphere is classic pub done right -- casual, comfortable, and entertaining. Ordered the Angry Jack Hammer with bison substituted for the beef patty. Cajun seared, fire roasted jalapeños, pepper jack, chipotle sauce -- it had a great kick without being overwhelming. The bison was a nice touch, leaner and cleaner than a standard burger but still packed with flavor. If you're passing through northern Michigan, this place is worth the stop. Will definitely be back next time I'm in the area.