Went to watch some March Madness basketball at Shakespeare's while in town a couple of months ago…read more We were able to grab a seat wherever we wanted in the upstairs bar area (the lower level is a music venue). Our server brought over some free popcorn and we ordered drinks. They had some deals going on ($1.50 off New Belgium beers). There were plenty of TVs to watch and the vibe was pleasant. As it got busier, our server disappeared more, but we weren't in a hurry. We got the small order of southwest nachos for a snack to share - these were really good. I was kind of surprised at how small the order was honestly, but it was fine to split between the two of us. The chips were crispy, the toppings were plentiful, and I loved the cheesiness. Overall we had a good experience and I'd stop in again to catch a game.

What a cool place! I'm unsure what it has to do with Shakespeare (I thought there would be some…read moresort of theme, but didn't seem apparent). The service was great! We were seated right away and our server was very attentive. We started with the cheese curds and some beers. The selection of beers was huge! Beers are reasonably priced and the curds were delicious. Wasn't a huge fan of the ranch, but the marinara was very flavorful. I got the small southwest nachos. It was still big enough for 2 meals. These were amazing! The queso is made from scratch and really elevates the dish. All other ingredients were fresh and delicious. My friend had the dill club sandwich and said it was great as well! Overall a fantastic experience. Would definitely return.

The food is great restaurant style. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. The atmosphere is cozy…read more The service is top notch.

Good food. Neighborhood bar without drama. Friendly staff. Very reasonable prices. I like coming…read morehere to relax, eat good bar food, watch games, and I don't even drink alcohol!

Came here with my wife and we had such a great time! The vibe was warm and welcoming, and the young…read morestaff had so much energy -- you could tell they really cared about making guests feel at home. The first thing that catches your eye is the wall of spirits (seriously impressive). Add in a super comfortable, roomy dining area, and you've got a spot that just feels good to hang out in. Food-wise, we went with the sweet potato tots (crispy perfection), the crispy chicken sandwich (big portion, packed with flavor), and closed it out with bourbon bread pudding (a must-try if you've got a sweet tooth). Everything was tasty and priced right. We'll be back for sure -- and next time, I'm diving deeper into that cocktail list!

From a selection of whiskeys and bourbons and cocktails, definitely five stars. The staff was…read moresuper friendly and chatted while it wasn't busy. The food was fine. I would t say you come for the dinner but more for the drinks and to sit and sip and chat. But we got the nachos and the fries and they were good to nibble on while we drank. The bourbon bread pudding was very yummy.

TOP 5 BEST DIVE BARS IN KALAMAZOO! *********…read moreA YOOPER bar without the 6-hour drive. They even have pasties! The rest is worth the money bar food. Dive beer to a wide selection of micro beers. My lady who enjoys nice wine can even get by with ODT's selection. *********** You never know what will show up for open mic. We witnessed a four-man trombone band; this nailed a song by Kansas! The train tracks have an easement right through the property and go by 10 feet from you table; It is spectacular to watch! ******** Best souvenir is to leave with a flannel shirt. ******* You can expect the owner or one of fabulous daughters to great you at the bar. Family owned and run.

The worst dining experience I have ever had in Kalamazoo. Went there for the Moose Soir'eh. Waited…read moreover 90 minutes for some poutine. The wait staff told us multiple stories as to why it was late before it came. They offered to refund the food but guess what they did not. And I got sick after eating it. Trash.

The business regularly advertises a Free Bowling Wednesday event that takes place every Wednesday…read moreand encourages people to come starting at 4 PM. We arrived exactly at 4 PM after seeing this weekly promotion on social media. Upon arrival, the venue was empty, yet we were completely denied access to bowling due to a private event, and told that no bowling customers would be allowed until 6 PM. Before anything else, I want to clarify an important point: "Free" does not mean customers should be treated poorly. Free events are often meant to introduce people to a business, attract new customers, and create a welcoming first impression. Offering something for free does not justify rude behavior, dismissive communication, or shifting responsibility onto customers. Respect and basic courtesy should apply regardless of whether an event is paid or free. What bothered me most was not being turned away, but the blame-shifting that followed. When a business publicly advertises "Free Bowling Wednesdays" and encourages people to show up at 4 PM, it is reasonable for customers to rely on that information. Adding the word "limited" on social media posts does not communicate that no bowling customers are allowed at all until 6 PM due to a private event. Those are two very different messages. Instead of acknowledging the lack of clear communication, the responsibility was shifted onto us as customers with statements like "you should have called." This is unfair. Customers should not be expected to double-check an advertised public event by phone when no such instruction was mentioned. What made the experience more disappointing was the lack of empathy no apology, no ownership of the confusion, and no attempt to acknowledge how frustrating it is to arrive on time to an empty venue and still be denied entry. This review is not about complaining. It's about accountability. Clear communication and basic courtesy go a long way, and this situation could have been handled very differently with a simple acknowledgment and apology.

This place has tons of potential, but a lack of communication. Came in to pay to bowl, asked for 60…read moreminutes(never bowled before so I didn't know) for 2 people, they said a 60 minute wait, but maybe sooner. Had they informed me that a shorter bowl would result in me getting in sooner, I would've selected a shorter timespan. Either way, I decided to give them a chance, selected a seltzer (the cheapest at around .35 cents/ounce) and my drink came out to $10! It left me confused. Then proceed to go drink and watch the bowlers and there were 3 open lanes out of 4. For 20+ minutes, not a single group came in to bowl. As I was watching, it became increasingly clear that the host at the entrance wasn't trained to ensure everyone gets a chance, or for clear communication. Only positive? My drink was good, the few customers in there seemed to enjoy themselves. Just don't come to bowl, you wont get in. Look at the previous reviews, I am not the first to complain about this. Also, it looks like whomever is supposed to be checking these reviews doesn't care as there seem to be no responses to rectify these issues.

Love Louie's. Best dive in town Never had something that I didn't like and the beer is always cold.read more

The staff here is tip top. What sucks absolute ass is the so called entertainment. The open mic on…read moreMonday during NFL football is painful. There is a whole ass unused back room to put this misery in so the rest of us can watch the game in peace. I will give thus guy the $200/night to go back with his 2 friends and stroke each other. You would get more custoners if this was not happening. 3 stars is literally because of the Mobday, Tuesday, Thursday "entertainment". This used to be a bar.

Huge shutout to Kristie for her excellent service! She has positive energy and is vey kind and…read moreattentive. It's a popular, busy sports bar. It's very spacious so I feel like I can always get a table. It's lively and loud, and a fun place to gather with friends. The food is tasty. I really like their pizza. The pepperoni is my favorite. It's New York style, and the pizza is huge! Desserts are made in house. I enjoyed the peanut butter pie. Full bar. They offer mocktails too. I love that they have duckpin bowling here. So fun!! They can accommodate large groups too. Lots of large TVs and a great place to watch sports. They'll even have local broadcasts, like the WMU hockey game.

I must start by saying that Falyn single-handedly made the visit I just had pleasant for my family…read more The food was great. Kitchen's speed was good for how slammed they were. I cannot say enough about how Fayln stepped in and, not once but twice, being the champion of the restaurant and making the evening one that ended well. Thank you!

Went here for karaoke recently after looking for somewhere that did it Saturday nights. The drinks…read morewere reasonably priced, the bartender was great, and the atmosphere was ok. It was definitely not a place that played to the karaoke audience but was pretty fun nonetheless.

The French dip was super good! Good vibes and service! Great music and pool was lots of fun. Will…read moredefinitely be back!