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    Cherry Republic

    4.2 (295 reviews)
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    Linda I.

    Very fun to see the original Cherry Republic! And it's really like a whole little campus! Feels very campgrounds like, with little buildings and trailers throughout for retail, samples (classic Cherry Republic), pub style food and drink, ice cream and desserts! Sipping on beer really hit the spot here after a nearby hike, followed by ice cream (one after the other, not together haha). Also their fun signage throughout is just full of personality. I especially enjoyed the cheeky nods to another fruit "republic" that shall not be named :).

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    Bertrand L.

    Outside is available if you can get a table - inside more conventional. Tried the burger with cherry bacon and the whitefish soup, as well as one of the wraps. One of the servers was training and forgot to ask how done for the burger; as well, brought out the soup with the rest of the food rather than first. Soup was ok but burger was meh; wrap was also ok. Better off to stick with CR with their usual rather than extending out to a full meal.

    Ben W.

    Cherry Republic - Glen Arbor, MI Visited: July 2025 Cherry Republic is just one of those places that feels like Northern Michigan. The energy is upbeat, the branding is everywhere (in a fun way), and the whole place has a really welcoming vibe. I especially liked the outdoor areas and how walkable and friendly it was -- a great place to explore with family or friends. They've got a cool selection of cherry-themed stuff, and the store setup makes it fun to browse even if you're not buying much. Definitely worth a stop if you're in the area -- even just to look around, take pictures, and enjoy the laid-back Michigan atmosphere.

    Claudia C.

    I loved this location of Cherry Republic, its rustic feel welcoming and appropriate for the location. I am originally from Michigan and now live in Florida so anytime I can get authentic Michigan products I take advantage. I love that you are able to sample many of the products, candies, sauces and jams all made from local cherries. I especially enjoyed the cherry barbecue sauce and the blood orange jam. Although we didn't go in there is a restaurant it looked quite busy.

    Jacob S.

    Had heard a lot about Cherry republic. This is most definitely the place to go for cherries. Anything you can think of. Kind of spread out and a bit confusing. There is a restaurant, then shops, then a tasting room. The shop was very small, and overly crowded. I was over stimulated so had to quickly exit. Nothing purchased. We did do a wine tasting, which had two servers working. Neither were too friendly. Wine was decent, but nothing to rave about. Would have liked to take my time in the shop without feeling like it was a Black Friday stampede.

    Cherry moscato.
    Alyssa S.

    Quick stop in Glen Arbor to check out Cherry Republic in between hikes. The whitefish chowder soup was perfect for a cold fall day. Wish there was a bit more whitefish and thicker but it was still very good. The cherry moscato was delicious. The outdoor seating was cute.

    Brenna V.

    Such a good stop after visiting sleeping bear dunes! We perused the store and got a wine tasting, which was free after signing up for the rewards program

    Grilled cheese on cherry bread
    Sohaib L.

    This place is amazing, the grilled cheese is my favourite. They two shop with variety of cherry items. The sample in the shops are great. The service was a bit off this time around. Ambiance is great place to see when in Glenn Arbor

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    Frances B.

    There are multiple cherry republics in Michigan but this one has multiple buildings, like its own little town. The store is similar to that of cherry republic stores in other towns: a bonanza of delectable free samples of everything cherry! Cherry candies, cherries covered in chocolate, cherry salsas, cherry preserves, cherry horseradish, etc. Each has a little station of 3 types of candy or 3 types of salsa, etc., many with little crackers or chips for dipping. And all is delicious! Plus, the walls are lined with even more varieties, plus cherry sodas, cherry ginger ales, cherry wines. We sampled one (or two!) of everything and then bought far more than we'd expected because everything was so good! Others were filling their hands with candies and no employee seemed to mind. The cashier was friendly and helpful, letting us know if we went to their winery next door, they'd exchange the warm soda for a cold one. We did , and sat on the picnic tables, sipping our sodas, listening to the live music for their restaurant. Definitely worth stopping by just for the experience , but be prepared to want to buy lots of cherry goods!

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    Kristin H.

    Fun spot to stop at for food, souvenirs or wine. We stopped by around lunch but had a heavy breakfast and didn't eat. I wish that I had planned that better and we would have been able to enjoy lunch. We did try the wine tasting and chose a couple of bottles of wine and then walked around the "compound." Cool outdoor spaces and fun shops.

    Cherry crumble pie with cherry/vanilla soft serve twist
    Colin M.

    This place is a cherry-lovers dream and a complete sensory overload (in all the best ways). It looks like they have high school and college kids working during the summer and they are quick, friendly and efficient. We tried a few varieties of their beer and wine with different levels of cherry influence and taste, and loved them all - including the alcohol free cherry lemonade. The serano burger was good, but since they didn't ask your cooking preference I'm assuming they cook them all the same, which was a little too close to well done. That said, the flavor was great. We really enjoyed the salad that came with candied nuts, dried cherries and of course, cherry balsamic. Make sure to hit the store for some cherry goodies like pie filling, cherry salsa, chocolate covered cherries among many others. And the cherry crumble pie with cherry/vanilla soft serve twist was to die for.

    Had to get some cherry pie before we left.
    Kristina I.

    Great beer, great food, and dog friendly! It was a bit rainy on the day we were there. Thankfully we found a table outside that had good tree coverage so that we could hang outside with the dogs and enjoy a few beers and snacks. Surprisingly cherry salsa is absolutely delicious ! I was definitely not expecting it, but we ended up buying more before we left. I didn't realize what a big deal cherries were in Michigan !

    Chicken salad wrap
    Annie A.

    I love this cherry republic, it's really more like a little compound with the shop, winery and restaurant. It is such a beautiful area with lots of outdoor seating, twinkle lights and flowers. The service is always super friendly and surprisingly quick. The chicken salad was pretty standard, it was just ok. The grilled cheese was amazing though- the cherry fig jam made it the perfect salty/sweet combination (my photo does not do it justice at all). The combo of cheese was delicious and gooey. I also recommend getting a fresh white chocolate chip boomchucka cookie for dessert (not the plastic wrapped ones) and a cherry lemonade. It is always really fun to taste test the new and old favorite products in their shop and do some wine/soda tasting as well. Don't miss this spot if you're in the area!

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    Cherry candies, cherries covered in chocolate, cherry salsas, cherry preserves, cherry horseradish, etc.

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    This is a fun quaint little shop that has items from rustic and romantic to truly farmhouse living…read more Beautifully crafted lawn ornaments provide a welcoming ambience that bring the inside out inviting all to a fairly garden like shop. The collection of nostalgic and incomparable items fill every single shelf and line the shop making every trip one to remember. You can walk through Imagine That several times and always find something new and exciting to look at.

    My family and I visit Glen Arbor a few times a year, and every time a stop at Imagine That is a…read moremust for me. We always hit Cherry Republic (which is down the street) and then, while my husband let's the kids run around in the (beautifully redone) park across the street - I head to Imagine That to take it all in. The place inspires in me what my husband refers to the "Target-Thousand-Yard Stare" - which apparently the look I get on my face when I browse the aisles of Target, child free. (You know what I'm talking about, fellow moms ;). The shop is beautifully curated. You know that whoever does the buying for this place puts a tremendous amount of heart into the items they select. There are seasonal items like graduation gifts, Mother's/Father's Day presents, and even Christmas ornaments that are perfect souvenirs to remind you of beautiful Glen Arbor in all its summertime glory when you're putting up your Christmas tree in December. They have home decor, coffee table books and a nice selection of candles. They also carry beautifully designed jewelry and a stylish selection of scarves. Imagine That is a small shop, but with its charm and splendor of goods - I always manage to get lost. :).

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