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

Great bar scene. Small menu that packs a punch in terms of flavor. Great beer. Very attentive…read moreservice that make you feel at home. Made me feel like I was part of the town! Will return some day.

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 !

Highway Brewing is our go to stop for a meal on our way up north or coming home. This place is a…read moregem. Elevated bar food, every thing is homemade from scratch. You wouldn't expect to find amazing salmon or risotto at a brewery but you will here. We have always enjoyed everything we have eaten here. We also love the card game on the table, a great conversation starter!

Great salad ... what? And nachos too. Friendly waiter! You can use your hop passport and grab a tag…read morea brew too. Had a nice saison and rhubarb gruit also.

Had a nice lunch outside on the street tables Sandwich was…read moregreat And the Brown IPA was very good Will stop by again if in the area Cheers

Great consistent brews with a bevy of very creative pours. Boy had the jalapeño Mac. He was a…read morefan. I had the mutilated lips pie. Get one every time I'm there. Great pizza! Newest room is loud. That is the only down side. Prefer summer visits that can be outside. Still, a winter trip to Short's makes me think of summer.

This is such a cool place, very friendly and attentive service, and all the food we got to try and…read morethe beers were really good. We started with a flight and then had some of their more traditional beers. Overall, it's a good spot to come with family or friends and definitely have a good time.

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.

As you can see, we have been eating here for years. We alway bring our howler jug with us to get it…read morerefilled. It is super cheap to get it refilled and they have beers on tap. I always get the chicken tenders and fries. The fries are made with a beer batter and they are amazing. They are crunchy but soft and melt in your mouth. I absolutely love them and my kids loved them too. My husband had a burger as usual and loved them. The service here is amazing. We got asked multiple times if we needed anything. They got me water for my kids too. It is super nice and quiet towards the back which is really great if you have kids. I love the rustic vibe as well. We will be back as usual

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.

The Short's Brewing Company Pull Barn is a cool concept and great for summer months. They added a…read morebunch of outdoor seating to their production facility to make it a second Short's destination. We stopped by with some friends while staying in the area and had a nice time. It was pretty busy but we were able to snag a picnic table outside. They also have some limited indoor seating as well as a huge lawn where you can picnic or bring camp chairs. The space is definitely kid-friendly and they even have a sandbox. Dogs are allowed outside as well. The beer list is pretty extensive and it was fun to try some new things like a ginger-lemongrass cider and their passionfruit canned rose wine, which was so good I bought some to take home. They don't have their own kitchen, but there were two food trucks on site and their website says you can order takeout from a nearby restaurant too. They had a musician playing the night we were there and the vibes were chill and relaxed, which I liked. I'd definitely come back in the future if I'm up this way 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.

I stopped in when visiting my father In law. We came in from San Antonio and he lives about 4…read moreminutes from the brewery. We were in National City a few years ago and were unable to make it by, so I was glad to pop in, this trip. I enjoy craft beer and finding new ones to try out. The bar is welcoming and had a nice exterior space - set up for live music and fun for the whole fam. I wanted to get some insight on the local beers but the bar tenders, who were very were friendly, had no insight on beers - but I appreciated their honestly. I got a flight and a taster and enjoyed most of them. A fun spot and really cool they have a micro brewery in such a small town. i bought a pint glass to take home in support and wish I'd gotten a t-shirt too. I will be back 100% upon our next visit.

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.

The best cider place around. I wish they were closer to TC. Maybe another location ?…read moreLast time I was there, they were doing some different things like adding an outside food truck and covered eating area-this is all good. I wish they would invest in more and different cider options-same o, same o

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!

Wouldn't know about any food or drinks, but service and ambiance in my opinion was worst I've ever…read moreexperienced anywhere. Stopped in for a drink and bite with my Asian/American GF while traveling, was around the time things started to reopen from COVID. Place had a few customers but not at all busy, grabbed 2 seats at bar sat for 20 minutes completely ignored with no acknowledgement, or even eye contact. Bartender by name of Rodney complete with his Confederate Flag ball cap was present behind bar entire time, chit chatting and serving other customers while blatantly ignoring us. After that length of time being ignored and giving benefit of doubt, we realized what we felt might be happening was really happening, and left. Zero Stars