OMBP is our go to. They rotate certain beers and food items in and out so there are more options but the staples that bring us back are always there. The bartender Dave is also on of the best humans around. We'd come in just to talk to him. read more

Our first visit here was for lunch today. I ordered a new menu item the bluegill with fries and coleslaw. All were excellent. Some of the best I have had at a restaurant. My wife had the Ploughman,s grilled cheese with chips, which I tried, which was also excellent. The chips were hot and perfectly salted. Our waitress was very attentive and friendly. I cannot wait to return to try some other menu items. read more

Lived in the area forever and just tried this place out. We sat outside which wasn't too noisy, the inside is gorgeous! Staff was very friendly. The cocktail list was great! Their mixers are made in house. We had fried pickles with their dressing was so good. Also got a burger and split it, was very filling, and cooked to perfection. Will definitely go again! read more

Old Mill Brewpub & Grill - Fried pickles - American Near Me - Plainwell, Michigan

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Will definitely come back and try something they are more known for like the perch. I had the Smoke Cream Cheese Mushroom Burger. It was decent enough for me to eat it all, but could have been a little better. I read other reviews referring to their burgers as dry so when asked how I'd like to have it cooked I said as raw as you will allow. See pic but still well done. Easy solution to dry meat is not over cook it. A higher temp grill with less time. The other recommendation I'd make is have the mushrooms between the meat and cheese. That way the mushrooms have a better chance of staying put. My wife really liked her Reuben. read more

Old Mill Brewpub & Grill - Smokes Cream Cheese Mushroom Burger - American Near Me - Plainwell, Michigan

I love that they've repurposed the grain mill into a restaurant! The menu offers a good variety of beer/cocktails and American pub food. The service was quick and efficient. We stopped by around 5pm and had no wait being seated. I ordered the smoked mac & cheese with pulled pork and garlic bread. The portion was pretty large and the pork was good. My husband got a BBQ pork sandwich with coleslaw and a side of onion rings. We really enjoyed the draft beer, Crazy Beaver, as well. Would try this place again! read more

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Stopped in for the first time on a drive between Kalamazoo and Grand Rapids recently. They need to take care of their bug problem inside. I was sitting indoors, finished my meal and still had some Nuddy Buddy peanut butter porter left. I got up to wash my hands. I came back a minute later and there were TWO small fruit flies swimming in my beer and a third on the rim. There were small bugs flying around while eating my meal and there were no doors or windows open to the outside where I was sitting. The beer was really good, but I was disappointed to not finish the final 1/3 of it because of bugs going for a swim in it. I got the Smoked Bologna Sandwich, and that was good for the first couple bites. It said it's a new item on the menu and it still seems like they are working out how to cook the thick cut bologna because it was room temperature in the middle. I ended up not finishing it. The soup was good and so were the sweet potato fries. read more

We came in around 3 on a Saturday. The restaurant was pretty packed and all the servers seemed super busy running around constantly. We were seated immediately and our service was quick. Our food came out super fast and our waitress was efficient. The food was freakingggg amazing. We got the nuts and berries salad, the loaded baked potato soup, and the steak Cesar wrap with truffle parm fries. It is very rare that any food outshines a truffle parm fry for me but the soup and the wrap were by far the star of the show. (The truffle parm fries were still amazing tho) the ranch and Cesar dressing seemed to be made in house and were soooo amazing. Overall, recommend this place like a bajillion times over. (Sorry the pics are half eaten the food was just too good) read more

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Good food in a very unique old building. Good selection of craft beers also. We went on a Tuesday afternoon so not busy at all. Next door is a great ice cream place. read more

Visited the old mill after many years and the interior had the same cozy feel as I remember! Lots of American classics available to choose from at a reasonable price. The burgers were chargrilled and cooked to perfection. The Mac n cheese was slightly too soupy for our liking, but we'd definitely come back and try other things on the menu. read more

Very friendly service in a historic building. I ordered the Grain Elevator. It's not your average cold, ham, turkey, and bacon club. This sandwich has grilled ham and turkey with crispy bacon on toasted sourdough bread. Fantastic flavor with fresh produce on the sandwich read more

Old Mill Brewpub & Grill - Grain Elevator sandwich w/ tots - American Near Me - Plainwell, Michigan

We stopped in and ordered all apps! The burnt end hot dogs, smoked whitefish dip, and tater tots. This is such a gorgeous building -just watch your step, the floor is stunning but a little uneven with age! Staff were really friendly. The whitefish dip was good -lots of dill, which I like, but I couldn't really taste the smoky fish. The hot dogs were a dark horse surprise. I made fun of my partner for ordering, but I went back for thirds! They're weird, but oddly good and the Texas toast really makes the meal. The tots were good, ya can't go wrong with tots! All in all, it was good! Price-wise I think perhaps a smidge high ($35 for 2 appetizers and a basket of tots), but not so high that we won't be back at some point. read more

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DATE & TIME OF VISIT: September 14, 2024 @ 1:11pm. They were not too busy (there was no wait line). AMBIANCE & CLEANLINESS: Such a neat place to visit, it is located in the old Plainwell buckwheat mill and all the character is still beaming through. When we were walking up there were many pleasant smells lingering outside. We were seated at a six top table in the center of the dinning room. HOSTESS & SERVER: The hostess was fine, not the friendliest. Our server (longer blonde hair with glasses) was very nice, she explained anything we had questions on. The only thing we would say is service in general is SLOW, so plan to be sitting awhile waiting to order, get food, etc. FOOD: This is what we ordered.... Buffalo Cheese Curds -- Taste: was good, your basic cheese curds with some red hot sauce on it. Portion size: small but did come with a large ranch cup for dipping (we had 3/4 of the ranch left). Price: $11 (OVERPRICED). Fried Green Beans -- Taste: these were very good, not greasy, lightly breaded. Size: small but did come with a large ranch cup for dipping (we had 3/4 of the ranch left). Price: $9 (OVERPRICED). The Bronco Burger -- Taste: ordered "pink" (you are given the choice of pink or no pink), burger was juicy, good flavor. Size: average (normal size for most burgers at restaurants). Price: $14.50, 8oz. Patty with L,T,O. Sub for onion rings which costs an extra $3.00 (overpriced for the amount you get). The Surf & Turf Burger -- Taste: ordered "pink" (you are given the choice of pink or no pink), burger was juicy, good flavor. Size: average (normal size for most burgers at restaurants). Price: $16.00, 8oz. Patty. Philly Cheesesteak -- Taste: had decent flavor but we have had better. Size: small size compared to other Phillys we have had before, not a lot of filling. Price: $14.50. Sub Parmesan-Truffle fries instead of the kettle chips which costs an extra $3.00 (overpriced for the amount you get & we're basically regular fries, did t taste like truffle). Old Mill's FamousWet Burrito -- Taste: good flavor, but was too heavy on the refried beans. Size: small size compared to other burritos we have had before, not a lot of beef filling but too much refried beans. Price: $18.50. (OVERPRICED) OVERALL THOUGHTS: Paid $110 which felt a bit overpriced for the portion sizes. Server was very kind but service in general was slow. It's not a big place so it may be a wait if they are busy. Atmosphere is wonderful, love the history in the building, so make sure you walk around and check the building out throughly. WOULD I RETURN? Yes, but we would not be actively seeking this place out again for a meal. read more

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My wife and our friends had a very good meal with no complaints. Service was good. The building was an old mill and it was decorated nicely.

First time at the Old Mill Brewpub. Pro: Service was prompt. Ambiance is fun with a train pulling in right next to the restaurant. Con: The food, I tried the Smoked Mac and Cheese with pulled pork. None of the meats offered with the Mac and cheese were smoked - but the waitress explained the cheese was smoked. If it was, I couldn't tell. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't smoked. The pulled pork was plain, no seasoning whatsoever. My wife had the smoked chicken sandwich. Again, if they are smoking anything, we couldn't tell. It wasn't bad, but it was covered in a sauce that made it difficult to say what it was. If you're looking for smoked options, I would not recommend either of these. The beer was OK. I had the IPA. If I had a second beer, I would have chosen something else. Lastly, the waitress never asked how our meals were. Maybe she didn't want to know. read more

The restaurant was casual. Waitress was friendly and prompt. Food not so great. We quickly ate and left. It might be one of two places to sit down and eat. They could clean up the food choices but it might be what the locals love. read more

The best mushroom and swiss burger I've ever had. I would recommend it. Decent place.

Wow! Nice bar with great ambience and great "above grade" bar food. Ribeye steak sandwich very good, my wife hade chicken shawarma and she's still raving about it. Great service fun time. Definitely going back read more

Great food. Love the rotating beer menu. And the weekly dessert options are great. Will for sure be back.

Our host and server were wonderful and hard working. The food we received was also amazing. We travel by Plainwell on our from and to Grand Rapids and always love stopping by Old Mill. What an amazing remodel of an old grain mill. That alone is worth the stop. read more

They've taken the favorites of everyone in our family off the menu and have replaced them with "smoker" foods and flavors. It's now more like the food you get at a Cracker Barrel. read more

First time here. Amazing! Excellent atmosphere, fun waiting area with pinball machines, friendly and attentive staff and all of us loved our food (we had pulled pork, olive burger, walleye fish fry, kids meals and a club sandwich wrap). I think this place is underrated! We will be back in a heartbeat. read more

Old Mill Brewpub & Grill - Friday fish fry - fresh walleye - American Near Me - Plainwell, Michigan

We had no idea what to get but the friendly bartender said they are known for the burger and now I know why. It's big,flavorful, and filling. Tried an IPA and was quite impressed. Not sure which one I had but it was good. Highly recommend if for some weird reason your driving through Plainwell. Must stop. They have a super cool Pez collection also check it out read more

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Good food and good service. The perch dinner and burgers are recommended. A wonderful way to repurpose an old saw mill.

Was introduced to this restaurant years ago by my neighbor. Haven't had a menu item I didn't like. Also like how the owner (?) comes around after your meal and thanks you for stopping in! Some times hard to get a table but worth the wait. Like the crazy beaver brew as well. read more

The smoked meatball stroganoff is so good. The beer is good but limited on types. Staff is friendly.

Weee love this place, we wish we lived closer, we didn't get to eat just had a couple of drinks, They seemed quite busy and everyone seemed to be enjoying their meals. Our drinks were delicious and we need to make an effort to come again for dinner. They seem to have a great ambiance. I loved the beams in the dining and bar area. read more

Old Mill Brewpub & Grill - Bar - American Near Me - Plainwell, Michigan

Food was very good. Many beer selections. Only down side, they were out of the soup of the day...Sweet pepper crab...which is my fave. We will bring our friends here next time! read more

I meet my dad here for lunch sometimes - Im in GR and he is in Kazoo. The food is excellent. Simple atmosphere and quick service to get you fed and back to work. I had an olive burger last time with tots. I wish I lived closer as Id like to try it sometime for dinner. read more

Absolutely the best! The decor! The service! The Beers! The wine selections! The food was absolutely impeccable! We will be back again and again! Mitch our salesman from Betten Baker Chevrolet suggested we try Old Mill because we're not from the area and it was just what he said it was, 2nd to none! BRAVO The even have several games of "Corn Hole" all set up upstairs for the customers to enjoy! read more

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This is a favorite local place for us. Their Parmesan Truffle fries are spectacular. And their summer Shandy (made with Crazy Beaver Ale) is a favorite. Even though they can get quite busy. The service is always great. And I love that is is in the old grain mill. read more

Food was very good. Our group had cheese steak, the Cuban and the olive burger. Most of us tried the onion rings too. Everything was cooked as we asked and our server was efficient and very pleasant. We were only passing through but would definitely recommend to anyone looking for great food and a casual atmosphere. It also seemed to have a full bar but the restaurant was very family friendly. read more

Don't get the Pork Snitzel, new on the menu. Beer was excellent but the Snitzel was bad and the sides were bad. Beer , the Octoberfest was excellent!! Great service!! read more

The food was pretty good except the smoked chicken seemed to be potentially undercooked. Staff made it right by re-cooking the chicken and comping it. read more

The burger was ok, certainly not worth the $17 it cost. The poutine appetizer was terrible. If putting your dog down was a flavor, that's what it tasted like. The gravy was cold and clumpy like it's been sitting around a while. "Fried" cheese curds do not belong on poutine nor do green onions. It was an abomination. read more

Great food, relaxed atmosphere reasonable prices, great wait staff never felt rushed during lunch time visit

Food was amazing loved the theme of the restaurant and service was perfect and so friendly it was my first time

Really cool location in an old mill, very good food and drink choices. Can be around a 30 min wait on weekends, but great atmosphere and staff. Would recommend, lots of parking, including motorcycle and bike. I got the patty melt (good) and sweet potato fries (delicious). Would recommend (: read more

Excellent lunch good service. The serving sizes were excellent too much really. A very nice place.

Stopped here for lunch passing through on our way up north. Everything was very good my patty melt was one of the best I've ever had. Hubby had the grain elevator and said it was very good. Jackie was our server they seamed a little under staffed, who isn't these days, she was good about letting us know she would be right back and making sure we knew she wasn't ignoring us. A little communication goes a long way! We will definitely stop here again! read more

The food was phenomenal! We stopped in because I saw they served Buffalo cheese curds and oh my goodness... so yummy. Every place that serves cheese curds should take note! They were so good we basically inhaled them. We also meals, my husband ordered the Diablo Cheesesteak with fries and loved it. He said the bread was especially delicious. I got the olive burger and fries and they did a fantastic job. Often the toppings are so minimal and lacking but that was not the case at all here. The toppings were squishing out there was so much piled on. It was amazing. To top it off the service was tremendous. They were pretty busy when we arrived but we were still seated immediately and the food came out super quickly. The staff was friendly too. Just a great place for a day or night out. Highly recommend. read more

Old Mill Brewpub & Grill - Buffalo cheese curds - American Near Me - Plainwell, Michigan

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