This place is not big on the inside but what they lack in lanes they make up for in kindness,…read moreattention, and hometown feeling. I am not from Fowler, instead I was invited here for a meeting of about 25 people. Upon arrival the establishment on our side was immaculate as far as cleanliness. We were welcomed by the owner and his staff. I love places that are owner run, you can really tell this person cared and wanted his bowling alley to succeed. He even wanted to get to know his guests but not to the point that made it overwhelming. He allowed for his to bring in cake to celebrate our occasion. The alleys were very well maintained. There were only 6 of them but there were absolutely no issues. The unlimited pop we had was always kept full. The pizzas were not the best but they were hot and fresh. There was another side that was a restaurant and it looked at least 2/3 full. Not sure on what else was on the menu but I would bet many of those guests were regulars. If you are in the area and have some time to kill this place will make you feel warm and welcomed. Glad I came out to this event, I found a new place that I may head back too soon.

Great variety of food. Burgers are Great! Service is awesome. Great atmosphere. Super clean…read morerestrooms!

Look, I rate local dive bars with 5s because we need them. Ryan's Roadhouse is bigger than a dive…read morebar, but equally needed in its way. Ryan's is where you go when your crowd is too big for the your hole-in-the-wall hometown dive bar or when you're feeling fancy. It is a large space with bar and table seating. Depending on where you enter, you might have to go around the bar to find the host, just keep going. You'll find the seating. If you're in need of a banquet (up to maybe around 100 people?), they also have a well-appointed basement that you can rent, and they will cater your event. Back to the standard bar-restaurant area, they now have digital menus which work well, and they will teach you how to use them. There are specials on the landing page, and then sections for burgers, sandwiches, meals, etc. A wait person will still take your order and handle substitutions, requests, and recommendations. Service is solid, and the food is good. The menu is a bit too broad for it to be great food, but they do a wide variety of things surprisingly well, so you're safe ordering almost anything, though I would question the salad bar, not from Ryan's perspectives, but the guests. Cheers.

Lions game time on a Sunday afternoon coming back downstate from camping. Ryan's Roadhouse is a…read morehot spot. It's packed for Sunday diners and football fans. They have great specials for game time, like Lions kool-aid, and half off pizzas. You have an obstructed view of at least two TVs. Easy off and back on the freeway. We took a chance with their parking lot being big enough for our rig. It definitely was and could fit a few if ppl with rigs or trailers parked correctly. The food was really good. Entrees come with soup and salad bar. It's small but just fine. I had the Mahi bowl. It was light but good flavors and not over cooked. Hubs had the Not Your Mama's lasagna. Surprisingly it was excellent with that REALLY good garlic toast. Service was quick and efficient. Could not have been better.

What a great place to dine in Shepherd, Michigan! Fireside Grill will suit your needs and add…read morecomfort to your meals

A pretty good overall experience, perhaps a few things could be improved for next time…read more I was pleased with the quality of our appetizer, as well as the creativity. We went with a fried goat chase appetizer, which I've never had before, and never even seen on another menu before. The cook clearly enjoys using balsamic glaze as this was used on both the appetizer and later on my entrée as well. Balsamic glaze is certainly delicious, but I'm not sure if it goes well on quite as many things as the cook seems to think it does. My entrée was a dish of mushroom ravioli prepared in a purée made with green peas. I noted that the chef used a variety of spices in preparing the purée, to very good effect. My wife ordered the New York strip, and what was brought out looked very good. We both had cocktails, and in both cases the cocktails or well-made. I ordered a Mojito type drink made with tequila. My wife ordered a strawberry Mamosa. I noted the care that was taken in preparing both drinks which tells me there's a professional bartender on staff. About the only thing that needs to be improved is the service. We waited just a bit too long for certain aspects of the meal in a restaurant that was nearly empty. The server was certainly polite and well mannered, but I think he was the only one working that evening. Perhaps on weekends they're better staffed?

Great old school diner vibe. Wait staff seems to be all family, friendly and inviting. It's just…read morethe kind of place that when you go into you here everyone call each other by the first name. And the reason they come there, is not only the service but the food. It's really good diner food. Obvious for me the desserts were the most outstanding LOL I do enjoy sweet after good meal with a nice cup of coffee.

Very cute and quaint hometown diner. The staff are very friendly who make you feel right at home…read morein your Aunt's kitchen. Any time I visit, I order the black bean burger. It is homemade with black beans, corn and spices. Upgrade to the onion rings, and you're all set! Today, they had a vegetable soup in the menu that was most like a veggie/split pea soup - it was fabulous! Definitely and must get!

Such a great place for a fresh, quick and excellent meal. You eat from a "to-go" box...smart…read morebecause the servings are so big! I got the taco salad bowl, personalized and hubby got the Kraven! Both were excellent and the servers/preparers were nice too!

The Crave Shack just might have gotten 5 stars from me if their website and phone ordering were…read moresimpler. BUT both were a pain in the butt! We tried three different devices to place an online order and couldn't get to the cart to place the order and pay. Then we called the restaurant and they wouldn't take our order over the phone. Who does that and why?! Anyhow, we ended up sending someone to the restaurant to order. Which ended up being fine since he was going to pick it up our orders anyways. I ordered a chicken bowl loaded with rice, lettuce, banana peppers, street corn, cilantro and onions, cheddar cheese, sour cream, guac, green sauce, and pico de gallo. I wanted black beans too but either the restaurant forgot or the orderer missed them. Even so, this flavor combo was an amazing treat for my taste buds. I really think it was the street corn that made the dish! Lots of lime flavor. Although it was a lot of food, I devoured the whole bowl plus chips and salsa. The chips weren't the greatest, but it was still nice to have that crunch with my bowl. Since we did carry out, I can't comment on the ambiance. But this food would probably be good any where! Just wish I lived closer so I could enjoy it again.

I thought this place was the cat's pajamas. It was my first visit, but it was a good one. The staff…read morewas friendly and there was a tangible local vibe here that was totally inviting. I grabbed a pint and sat a spell and then took-away a growler of The Bishop (PB&J Porter?). It was really really good! I didn't try the food but I'm absolutely wanting to head back here. What I loved was the overflow room off the entrance. They had 8-12 picnic tables set up for their busy times that were pour-room adjacent. I saw some table games as I walked through to the main bar. So far this is one of my 5 favorite breweries in state offering great beer and a cool space(s) to enjoy said beer.

What a great find on our way back from Grand Rapids to Detroit! A very cool place that we'll…read moredefinitely come back to in warmer weather. Food was delicious, they even had a Lent menu, and the beers were very good. Server Tiffany was so very friendly!

Was looking for corn beef and cabbage for St. Patrick's Day. Hit the jackpot! First time visit…read moreand took home dinner and enjoyed it very much! Took home apple and blueberry pies that were very good, too!

With 5 and 2 children we had Mother's Day lunch, of 7 total people with a total of 5 adults we…read morereceived 4 Raw chicken breast dinners, my son tried to eat apple pie but it had 2 long hairs in it. I liked this place until today, I wrote the restaurant and left my phone number and was not called back. The manager called me back and are sending a gift certificate,

When you're searching for outstanding food in a welcoming, laid-back setting, Tavern 1836…read moreabsolutely delivers. The only real challenge is deciding what to order--the menu is full of tempting options, and just when you think you've made up your mind, the specials board makes you rethink everything. It's a problem (but I guess a good one to have)! Fried items are consistently crisp and never greasy--clearly a result of the kitchen's commitment to fresh oil. The tater tots are my personal favorite, but the fries are just as memorable. The olive burger (photo) is epic. If you're after something lighter, the salmon is perfectly fresh and expertly prepared. And don't overlook the cheesesteak--it's as good as anything you'll find in Philly. For quality, variety, and genuine care in every dish, Tavern 1836 is a standout.

Had the beef stroganoff special with toast. Tasted good and I would order again. Service, as usual…read morehere was topnotch.

The atmosphere here is your standard small town bar. There are hints of Irish flair and a very…read morewelcoming feel. I ordered 5 wings ($11) with Kentucky Bourbon Bbq sauce. They were excellent a fantastic crunch from the breading and the chicken was juicy. The sauce was fantastic. It all combined to make wings worth coming back for. I also ordered a 1/2 Ib French Onion Burger ($13). This Steak burger has a homemade chip dip with chips on it, plus sauteed onions, and swiss cheese. It is a unique and delicious burger. The burger itself is juicy and tasty, then you add these unique toppings and it's a home run. The service was amazing. I was there at an off time, but they were very attentive and friendly. Overall a 5 star review. Would I return? Absolutely! Even at 90 miles away I will return. Worth a trip.

Another strange work trip and another local gem! I was told they have amazing burgers and they were…read moreright! Service was super fast and the food was amazing. If ever in the area too have to come try it.