I joined some friends at this brew pub. I was impressed by the length of the list of brews. Being gluten free, I can't comment on the beer. I had a hard cider, which was good. I really liked the GF pizza crust. I ordered a chicken quesadilla, but served on the pizza crust. The crust was good and chewy--chewy bread is rare for GF diners. Servers were attentive, atmosphere was conducive to conversation. I would go again next time I'm in Cadillac. read more

This was the best overall meal and experience we've had at a restaurant in a long time. The Clam Lake Vanilla Shipwreck beer was great, their buffalo chicken dip appetizer was such an amazing, elevated version of that classic app, and their special dessert for the evening (tres leches cake) was to die for. That's not even to mention the incredible pizza we had! We got a build your own pizza with candied bacon, pepperoni, jalapeños, and pineapple. This exceeded all expectations. They make their candied bacon in-house, and I don't think any pizza will ever come close to what this simple ingredient added to the flavor of it. Lastly, our server - Randall N. - was so kind, fun, honest, and engaging! He truly topped this experience off for us. read more

Clam Lake Beer - Build your own pizza - New American Near Me - Cadillac, Michigan

Hands down 5/5. Cool old wood bar, warm and welcoming. Came here for a beer and discovered they had CHAMPAGNE ON DRAFT!!! And it was from Mawby! And of course it was sex and it's a nice champagne. So basically SEX on DRAFT! Honestly though, interesting food menu, good beers on draft. Give them a try! I'll go back when I am around. read more

Clam Lake Beer - New American Near Me - Cadillac, Michigan

We ordered the Chicken Florentine Quesadillas and it was delicious. We also ordered the Cuban with frsh made chips. It was just as delicious. The service was slow but the food was amazing. read more

Clam Lake Beer - Cuban - New American Near Me - Cadillac, Michigan

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Friday afternoon lunch. Here is what we liked: * Busy and still had immediate seating. We chose to sit at the bar. * Friendly staff and attentive. * Their Amber beer was quite good *Chicken Shwarma wrap with tots was really good. What could of been better: * only thing I could say, the onions were sliced incredibly thin on the wrap, got loss in the flavors. Was still really good though. Fun place, will stop again read more

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We had a very big ask of Clam Lake when our very large family came into town for a funeral. They truly went above and beyond to accommodate us in every way possible. Lisa, the manager, made sure we were all able to sit together (as together as 17 people can) and our service was top notch. Randall, our server handled all of us on his own with ease, grace and was so personable. Now...the food...it was served HOT and quick which can be quite difficult with such a large party. Every person mentioned how pleased they were with their meal. We could not have asked for a better experience from our arrival until our departure. Many thanks from our family to yours! read more

First time there on a late afternoon, late lunch or early dinner. I'm glad it wasn't too busy. Had a burger, wife had quesadilla. I thought the burger was one of those frozen bar patties, but it was rather good. Wife like hers also. Nice place. Would stop in again, if in the area read more

Good food. Nice homemade soups. The clam chowder had a great flavor. The soup du jour was chorizo potato soup and was also Smokey and delicious tasting. We split the horseradish beef sandwich on ciabatta with an Au jus for dipping. Everything was good. The homemade chips were tastier than the fries. Kids menu is available. Huge beer menu to choose from and a nice view of the lake. A nice stop on your way up north! read more

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This is our go to spot as a stopping spot heading up north! It's pretty unassuming but a great little spot in Cadillac and I love the ability to sit at the bar and grab a quick bite. They have great serving sizes and always are super friendly when we stop in. I think my favorite thing is the club melt though! Absolutely delicious and if you're not super hungry, it's perfect for sharing. There's a great little parking lot nearby for free parking which makes it really convenient. I look forward to trying more things next time! read more

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We have been here numerous times and each time it's been great! The staff is always friendly and the service spot on. The place was busy as usual and people were having a great time with the vibe being cheerful and welcoming. The food was great! We tried pizzas and one was a bit better than the other for our taste buds. We ordered one dill pickle pizza (amazing!) and the BLT with candied bacon (good but too sweet for us). The pizzas were done perfectly with more than enough toppings on both. read more

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Excellent selection of beers! Bartender was very attentive and knowledgeable of the beers and food selections. Cozy place, plenty of seating for all. Family friendly as well. Enjoy! read more

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Food wasn't great. Ahi Tuna Bowl was plain, lots of overcooked rice. Ambiance of the restaurant was nice, cool vibe. Restaurant was busy, so maybe I just ordered the wrong thing. read more

Clam Lake Beer - Ahi Tuna Bowl - New American Near Me - Cadillac, Michigan

Loved this place! The food was amazing and the service was impeccable! Loved that it was a mix of that downtown feel, but you could see the lake from our seats. read more

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My husband had the Great perch dinner and I had turkey cheese cherry sandwich which was very good . Quick service. Friendly staff. Many beer options read more

The absolute best clam chowder I've ever eaten was served here at Clam Lake Beer. If you get only one thing at this Cadillac restaurant, get the clam chowder. It's creamy and briny, the clams are copious and the potatoes are perfectly bite-sized and tender. The chowder is served with a small crostini, and you'll be glad because you can use that little piece of toasted bread to sop up every last bit in your bowl. If you get two things here, you should definitely get a beer. They have a huge selection of house beers and beers on tap. It takes up one whole side of an 8.5x11 paper menu. On the other side of the menu is their bottle beer list, wine list and cocktail menu. So, we've established that you are going to want to order based on the name of this restaurant (Clam Lake Beer ... get the clam chowder and beer). However, I also liked my Caesar salad, and they have a good kids' menu, too. One of my kids got mac & cheese (it looked like the kind from the blue box, which my kid appreciated), and the other child got a burger and house-made chips. This place is very popular and gets busy! There are lots of tables, though, with many different seating options, including high-top tables, regular tables and bar seating. They have a restroom on the main level, but FYI: If that one is occupied, there's another restroom downstairs! read more

Amazing food, fast service, awesome ambiance, it's always a good vibe anytime you go in there foods always worth the price, and you get pretty big plates for the price as well. read more

The food was excellent. The Cuban sandwich was the best ever. The Philly steak quesadillas were amazing.

The place was so busy with people, yet the atmosphere was settled and relaxing. Our server Savanah smiled and glided gracefully in and out of what could have been a very chaotic vibe .... Food was primo sausage goat cheese wood fired pizza was complete gourmet all the way. Happy to return to this place!! 5 outta 5 read more

Clam Lake Beer - Sausage Goat Cheese Pizza!! - New American Near Me - Cadillac, Michigan

Great beer selection, 8/10 food, good atmosphere, food is a bit overpriced for what it is however.

I really enjoyed eating here. the burgers are solid, not the best I've had bet high quality and tasty. The house beers are good. The amber was a bit sweet for my taste, but their 106 blonde ale is very, very good. Maybe the best blonde ale I've had. will definitely come back the next time I am in the area. read more

Food was hot and fresh, loved the atmosphere. Server was extremely attentive and friendly. This is our favorite go to get a drink and appetizer spot with our best friends in Cadillac. Will return every Friday for fresh mustard and chips read more

Had lunch here on a Saturday afternoon. My friend and I shared the chips and dips, then I had the chicken shawarma wrap and she chose the black and blue burger. Everything was delicious! I had the side of mac and cheese with the wrap and it was also amazing--creamy with a great cheese sauce. Our service wasn't the best. We waited 10-15 minutes for our server once we were seated, and it took her a very long time to come check on us throughout the meal. I would definitely come back though, the food is with it! read more

Initially walked in thinking we would just get a drink so we took a seat at the bar, despite being really busy the bar tender greeted us immediately. As I was looking over the drink menu the bar tender made this delicious looking coffee cocktail as soon as I seen her put homemade whip cream on top, I knew that was the drink I was ordering, and it did not disappoint! Highly recommend ordering this drink, but don't let the glass fool you, it's actually served hot, but it was a cold snowy day so I didn't mind. I also ended up getting a bowl of clam chowder it was a perfect combo, I was pleasantly surprised with the amount of clams in the chowder. Definitely recommend giving this place a try if you're in the area. They have a pretty big menu and all the food I saw being served looked really tasty. read more

Clam Lake Beer - Awesome coffee - New American Near Me - Cadillac, Michigan

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We were driving from Indy to Petoskey and I turned to Yelp to find a cute lunch spot on the way. Clam Lake Beer had amazing reviews and a great menu, so we pulled off the highway and found free parking at a lot down the road. We walked over and enjoyed the cute little Cadillac downtown. The avocado salad was pretty good and had a house pesto ranch dressing. Creative and delicious. My husband had a delicious sandwich and so did my mother-in-law. The pizzas next to us looked delicious, so we'll definitely order those next time. It was busy inside and seemed like a super popular spot! Check them out! read more

Delicious food and great server. Frustrating waiting to be seated when there are empty tables in the restaurant. Why not seat people and tell them it will be a bit before they can order? At least they can sit while waiting rather than standing and blocking the entrance/exit read more

We often stop for lunch at Clam Lake Beer because it's on our way up north. And also because the beer and food selection is very good. Lots of Michigan beers from which to choose, so there's always something good for any taste. We haven't tried any of the entrees, but the pub grub is well prepared and tasty. The inside is very nice. If there's 2 of us we'll often sit at the bar. The outside area is nice but a little small. It's a good option if you don't mind the occasional noise from trucks passing by. Service has always been good, and today was no exception. read more

This was a great place to stop while traveling back from a weekend up north. My Southwest salad was delicious and my husband liked the Rodeo burger. Service was friendly and fast. Will definitely be back! read more

Clam Lake Beer - Southwest salad and Rodeo burger. - New American Near Me - Cadillac, Michigan

Great service and great food! The Brussel sprouts and steak bites are both amazing as well as their burgers. Cocktails are also reasonably priced and strong! read more

Clam Lake Beer - Brussel Sprouts - New American Near Me - Cadillac, Michigan

Passing through Cadillac on the way back to Traverse City we found this place. Nice atmosphere and good service. Had the turkey melt and pizza, both were excellent read more

Clam Lake Beer - Chicken Dill Pizza - New American Near Me - Cadillac, Michigan

The food is delish, the ambiance is loud and lively, if that's your thing, and the service has always been up to snuff

SERVICE: 5 FOOD QUALITY: 5 DRINK QUALITY: N/A ORDER TIME: 5 AESTHETICS: 3 NOISE LEVEL: 4 MENU SELECTION: 5 OVERALL EXPERIENCE: 4.5 We stopped by this amazing restaurant on our way home from Walloon lake. We got hungry, and the reviews had us intrigued. As we walked in they had a large wooden bar with all the Bloody Mary fixings. The hostess was very nice, and we got lucky and got the last table available. Was very busy. Aesthetically it was your typical brewery feel, but they had way too much stuff going on with wet floor signs all over the place and random shelves with nothing or bags on them. For lunch I ordered the pretzel bites and the Americana pizza. The pretzel bites were perfection, and the beer cheese was delicious. Probably one of my favorite appetizers and they nailed it. The pizza was also amazing. Packed full of flavor but not overly greasy. I didn't have anything but water, but, from what I observed, the Bloody Mary seemed to be very popular. Overall, this place is a must go. It kind of reminds of harmony brewing in Grand Rapids. Amazing pizza, with a homey feeling as you enter. I wouldn't mind going back for their beer if I ever go north again. I recommend a redecoration though. With long, thin dining areas, things like shelves and wet floor signs stick out like a sore thumb and really take away from the decor. read more

Clam Lake Beer - Pretzel bites - New American Near Me - Cadillac, Michigan

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For those loyal fans who regularly catalog all of my reviews and check the date stamp be sure to understand that this is my final answer: this is Michigan's best pizza! We ordered the one that had the meat on it and I just did not want it to end! It's a woodfired pizza and it has this delicious campfire taste to it with lovely sauce and a basil explosion! It has kind of a cracker taste of the crust which was also very nice. I really can't say enough about it The interior is very much an upscale trendy kind of tavern in an old store front. The service was some of the best I've ever had. Jenna was our server so she deserves a shout out to any managers that might be reading. She was very prompt and the food came out amazingly fast Didn't have any drinks but this is a place to return to and I would consider it to be a destinations spot in this area and an amazing surprise on a late night drive home! read more

Sit at the bar , sit at a table, sit outside it's all good A wall of beer wine and some Cocktails to be had Good food and friendly people read more

Clam Lake Beer - Wall o beer - New American Near Me - Cadillac, Michigan

Food and service were outstanding! Philly quesadilla was excellent. Highly recommend the clam chowder.

Food, Service, AND Ambiance were top notch! Sat at bar and bartender was super friendly and attentive. I'm GF and they had a yummy Mexican style soup (of the day) thickened with cornstarch instead of flour, sorry no picture, didn't last long enough! Delicious build your own GF pizza. Made mine Mediterranean-style with artichokes, black olives, sausage, with goat and mozzarella cheese, on a crisp cauliflower crust. So good! Found them on yelp on way home from skiing so had to give them props here too! read more

Clam Lake Beer - Build your own wood fired pizza - New American Near Me - Cadillac, Michigan

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Always great food and great service. And the menu is full of great choices something for everyone!

Clam Lake Beer was a great choice to go to for dinner. Huge variety of food, fabulous service and a quite interesting list of beer. I wish we could have stayed longer and try more of them. My new favorite is the Short's Psychedelic Cat Grass IPA. Had to try it just because of the name and it is really yummy. This goes along well with the fresh made pizza. The service is very customer oriented and frinedly. Right on spot, always at the table at the right time. Highly recommended address for a visit. read more

Clam Lake Beer - Pizza Salami , Ham , Mushroom with a good amount of garlic - New American Near Me - Cadillac, Michigan

I'm in town for work and had seen Clam Lake Beer on my way to and from work each day and yesterday I finally stopped in. What a great bar/restaurant! I went straight to the bar and was chatting with the very friendly bartender. He had great recommendations on both beer and food. I sampled many of the beers and ended up getting the Shipwreck, Acme Amber, and Oddside Bean Flicker. All were fantastic. For dinner I had a cup of the clam chowder, which is made daily in house. It was not your normal clam chowder which was exciting. There were a lot of fresh herbs in the chowder which gave so much more to the experience. I could eat that chowder every day! Overall, there are a lot more things on the menu I would like to try and as I'm writing this I think I'll try to talk my co workers into go to lunch here today! read more

We stoped in for my sons birthday. The Chicken dill pizza makes the most epic farts !! It was soooooooo Farttastic read more

Clam Lake Beer - Happy birthday Anna - New American Near Me - Cadillac, Michigan

We stopped in Cadillac on the way to Traverse City. We found this cute little spot, pretty busy in a small town! We sat outside, ambiance and service were great. The lake is right nearby so it's a great location. - Clam chowder (5/5): delicious! Not too salty which I find from a lot of clam chowders. Love the flavor and the bread that comes with - Black and bleu burger (4/5): the burger was cooked well, loved the bleu cheese and mushrooms. It could use a bit of sauce but still yummy - Truffle tots (4/5): I love everything truffle so these tots were delicious. The portion was a bit small as we ordered it as a side read more

Clam Lake Beer - Black and bleu burger, truffle tots - New American Near Me - Cadillac, Michigan