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They now have domestic beer which is what I prefer. The food is always awesome. You need to try the Brewpub dip to start, it is also awesome. The wait staff is good some better than others. We go the at least once a month lately. Nate seems to be the best waiter we have had, He is great. We will be going there tonight right after a play at the Civic.
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Rich Raab,
Paw Paw, MI
(03/13/2010) |
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My friend Dale and I checked this place out 12-27-07 and we ordered the original 5 with our food and that for me is the way Im going from here on out.That way if I don't like something Im not stuck with a pint.I liked the IPA and the Stout the best and was very suprized by the Raspberry Wheat . I liked it and Im not one to go for fruit beers at all.Dale lives in Milwaukee and comes to Michigan to visit his mom and I live just south of Jackson so when he visits we make time to get together and hoist a few. The Old Peninsula will no doubt be our starting point again.Real nice laid back atmosphere !
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ramon,
jerome, MI
(01/18/2008) |
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I recently moved to Kalamazoo and stopped into Olde Peninsula when I was browsing around downtown. I had the brewpub dip and a Razberry Wheat. Both were spectacular. My boyfriend had the Sunset Red which was also delicious. Highly recommended!
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Cristina Miller,
Kalamazoo, MI
(09/08/2007) |
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Stopped by on a recent Sunday and took advantage of their brunch buffet. A wide variety of items should satisfy most hungry patrons. Made to order omelets, carving station and all the breakfast fixings were an unexpected treat. Hefe was crisp and refreshing, not overbearing. Tornado Pale was nice--bitter hops as opposed to citrusy or fruity. Midnight Stout was slightly sweet and roasty--drinkable. Batch 200 had the malty sweetness of a barleywine with a hint of alcohol in the nose (9.75%). Double IPA is actually quite smooth for weighing in at 10.75%. Beer for brunch--breakfast of ex-champions!
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Beav,
York, PA
(08/04/2007) |
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I hadn't been to Kalamzoo for five years and when a friend from there told me to go to Olde Peninsula I said I'd rather go to Bell's. He told me that the got a new brewer about four years ago and everything was different. He wasn't kidding. There were 9 beers on tap. O.P. IPA, Haymarket Ale, Sunset Red, Midnight Stout, and Raspberry Wheat where the "usuals" but there were four killer seasonals! Double IPA, Batch 200 (I was told it was the new brewers 200th batch), Anniversary Ale (a bourbon barrel ale), and a great German style Hefeweizen. I had a sampler of all of them and they were completely without off flavors and distinctly wonderful. My favorites were the Anniversary Ale, Hefeweizen, O.P. IPA, Double IPA, and Stout. They were all worthy of being bottled and distributed across the US! Man, my friend was right. The beer has gotten so much better since I was here last. Way to go Olde Peninsula!
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Bob,
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(07/30/2007) |
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I love Olde Peninsula. My husband and I are addicted to the Brew Pub Dip and I always get the Pumpkin Ale this time of year. The service is wonderful!
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Leigh,
Kalamazoo, MI
(10/12/2006) |
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Came here for food after starting our drinking at Bell's, because of what was on the limited menu. Ah, nothing like a burger and onion rings with a couple of Haymarkets before and during. The Midnight Stout made for a great finish, not a dry Irish like Guinness, but not as sweet as Mackesson either. As a cigar smoker I can't light up most "smoking" establishments, so that's a non-issue. Overall a nice place to drink, and eat.
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paul Jaeger,
Pembroke Pines, FL
(10/10/2006) |
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Again they were out of the seasonal (Raspberry Wheat). Both the IPA and the Heffe were good. Beer-b-que pizza was great, the burger was so-so. Service at the bar was good. I've been back 3 times on business trips.
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Chris Brewer,
Mount Clemens, MI
(08/08/2006) |
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They were out of the seasonal beer ( but was still on menu) when we were there. The food quality has definitely declined in recent years. The spicy tai shrimp roll-up only had shrimp in half the roll-up, the california ruben was terrible, the rootbeer was lukewarm, and the diet pepsi was a regular pepsi. Additionally we asked to be seated in a non-smoking seat, but the entire place smelled like smoke, so we all left smelling like ashtrays!
Overall, the food was lousy and would only return now to get my growler re-filled with beer!
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kalamazoo, MI
(03/25/2006) |
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Came here to get some beer and food after a State Theatre show and found that the beer selection was great and tasted awesome! O.P. must have an awesome brewer! We loved our server, Jenny! She was so nice and helpful with the menu. She made us feel like we were her only table! The only downfall was the greeting at the door. The hostess was no energetic and seemed like she hated working there. Overall, everything was great and we will definitely be back soon! Thanks Jenny! You are awesome!!!
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Pat,
Kalamazoo, MI
(02/13/2006) |
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Ate here before touring the Kzoo's beer establishments. Very good food, had the IPA and the 123, both were great.
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James Norman,
Zion, IL
(10/14/2005) |
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I visited OP for dinner prior to hitting Bell's (Tell me Gabriel, why don't you like Bell's?). This was a very pleasant place: great, though not overwhelming, beers (OP IPA, Sunset Red Ale, 123 Ale and Midnight Stout). A very wide selection, something for everyone and anyone that enjoys delicious beer. OP is OK!
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Jerry Boesen,
Gaithersburg, MD
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Stopped by for a bite of lunch before a pilgrimage to Bell's. Appetizer was good--the hot sauce for wings/fingers was hot but strangely appealing. The Batch 100 was an Imperial IPA. Hoppy/malty/citrus--very good!
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Beav,
York, PA
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There was a good variety of beer available that should appeal to whatever taste you may have on any particular day...Stout, IPA, Razberry...food was well prepared and had a good presentation. As far as service, we sat at the bar and had a very friendly, attentive bartender. If you are looking for a place to go for good food and good beer in a relaxing pleasant atmosphere, in my opinion this is the place to go in Kalamazoo.
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S.Tubbs,
Mishawaka, IN
(04/06/2005) |
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Love the OP went on a first date there now we are engaged to get married. Great beer, awesome dinner and just overal nice place!! We visit often :)
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Kalamazoo, MI
(01/07/2005) |
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This is a nice place with pretty good food. I didn't really expect much from the beer, but the IPA was a pleasant surprise.
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Todd Clingman,
Centerville, OH
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A nice place with very good food and very good beer.
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beer drinking mike,
lagrange, OH
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My family and I have been to OP many times. The food in my opinion is a little better than average. I really enjoy their Black Rasberry Beer. I've worked in some of Kalamazoo's finest restaurants. My family and I know good food prepaired properly. I'm sorry to say that after 9/11/04 we will not return. The manager showed some poor judgement with the lack of service that we recieved. Sorry to have to say Good Bye.
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Mark Sutherland,
Scotts, MI
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Located in an old historic building at one time a book bindery and a military training facility. It was graduation day at WMU when I was visiting, so there was a huge lunch crowd. Even with that, the bartender had to get the award for "most cheerful" and possibly "most efficient" as well. Thee beers were improved by 100% from a visit a few years ago. The IPA was very nice, with the stout a close second. Rhea (Bartender 60) encouraged me to try some beer blends (stout/IPA and stout/berry) both of which were good also. Good job on the (very) improved beer and two thumbs way up for Rhea--you rock!
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Beav,
York, PA
(07/05/2004) |
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Geo. Miller,
Plymouth, CT
(06/30/2004) |
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Stopped by over Memorial Day weekend. The stout was good -- it finished well, and even my wife could appreciate the lingering chocolate. Hefeweisen was crisp and refreshing, and the Marionberry Ale had the right balance of red ale and blackberry notes.
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Skokie, IL
(06/02/2004) |
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I visited OP for dinner prior to hitting Bell's (Tell me Gabriel, why don't you like Bell's?). This was a very pleasant place: great, though not overwhelming, beers (OP IPA, Sunset Red Ale, 123 Ale and Midnight Stout). A very wide selection, something for everyone and anyone that enjoys delicious beer. OP is OK!
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Jerry,
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It is now safe to go to the OP. Gonzo and his so called beers are gone and the brewer from the now closed Mystic is there. The only reason Mystic closed was ownership not the beer. So they no for the first time have an IPA that is very good. The Red is now real beer not just colored water. It is now worth the trip if you are in the area. The service is a little slow but, I will wait an extra min or two for Dan's IPA.
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Don Pfeiffer,
Toledo, OH
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The O.P knows how it's supposed to be done. Their brews are for the true beer lover. It's hard to leave with out trying them all, though if you're driving you must resist the urge. The Stout is a sneaky one.
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Darren Harbaugh,
Whittier, CA
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This place is great. It has a nice relaxed atmosphere and the food is great (especially for a brewpub). The real attraction is the beer. I for one can't stand Bell's and this is a killer alternative. One of my favorites is their Black and Tan. My all time favorite is only available in the fall. The mighty Pumpkin Ale!!! Awesome beer with a hint of spice to it and a smooth but not overly sweet pumpkin aftertaste. The best. They also have wine and special drinks like Kalamazoo Kool-Aid for the non-beer lover. Enjoy!
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Gabriel,
Kalamazoo, MI
(09/09/2003) |
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The Beer is great, the food So So, except for the brewpub dip which is top notch! The portions are skimpy too! But again the beer is great!
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jhami,
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A favorite stop for me, my husband and friends. Our mutual favorite is the Brew Pub Dip -- You MUST try it!!!!
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Kendra Eldridge,
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I love the midnight stout, not too bitter and not too sweet
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anon,
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(06/08/2003) |
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I love the midnight stout, not too bitter and not too sweet
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anon,
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(06/08/2003) |
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The Honey Wheat is the best beer around.
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Ryan,
Livonia, MI
(04/22/2003) |
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The 123 ale is fantastic.....a perfect combination. Menu selection is diverse. The Irish tendencies were a great suprise. Nice relaxed atmosphere, as a good pub should be.
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Patrick,
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Nice, straight-ahead, no-frills beer. Especially liked the 123 Ale, which had a touch of their stout mixed in. A nice big taste with a quick bitter finish. The burger was huge, and quite cheap. An added bonus: the pub is right across the street from the hotel I'm staying in!
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Nacho,
Brooklyn, NY
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My husband and I visited Olde Penninsula for the first time a week ago. We enjoyed it very much! My husband had a couple of the Tornado Pale Ales, I had a couple of the Spiced Porters. Before we left we split a Midnight Stout. They were all great! Like they say, "Damn good beer!" The food and service were great as well. We will difinitely go back!
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Chari,
Grand Rapids, MI
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THIS PLACE IS THE BEST..GREAT BEER AND A GREAT SELECTION OF BEERS..A MICROBREW FOR EVERYONE..I REALLY LIKE THE RED ALOT..THE FOOD IS EVEN BETTER THAN THE BEER..THIS PLACE DEFINETLY TAKES PRIDE IN THE BEER AND FOOD..GREAT WAITSTAFF ALSO VERY NICE AND FRIENDLY..THEY HAVE ALOT OF NICE LOOKING PEOPLE WORKING FOR THEM..AND THAT CAN'T BE BAD..WILL DEFINETLY VISIT OVER AND OVER...ENJOY..
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BOB AND DIANA,
BRIDGEVIEW, IL
(01/04/2003) |
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The beer here is OK... passable but nothing special. The food was very tasty for pub fare and very reasonably priced. The waitress was very nice, which was a refreshing change from all the attitude we were getting from people during our visit to Kalamazoo. Are people just not happy in this town or something?
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The Enemy,
Chicago, IL
(10/11/2002) |
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JOhn,
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All of the beers have a rich, full-bodied taste. There is nothing whimpy or bland about this beer. The raspberry wheat is a local favorite and is refreshingly not too sweet for a fruity beer. The home-made sodas are great as well as the delicious food. The atmosphere is fun yet relaxed, with occasionally live music. The service is great. It is by far one of my favorite brewpubs in the area.
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Christine Coller,
Battle Creek, MI
(06/24/2002) |
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great razberry beer -- awesome place for the western michigan university students -- always a good time to hang out and drink LOTS of beer!! gotta love O.P.!!
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amber,
portage, MI
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Recenty had the Tornado Ale and the Haymarket - OP's attempts at American-style pale ale. The Tornado was a little "grassy", but you could get used to it. The Haymarket seemed lighter - not as intense as the Tornado. Food was ok, service a little inattentive. This place has been consistently good over the years.
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Carl Fielding,
Ann Arbor, MI
(04/15/2002) |
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This place seems to be a favorite with a lot of locals and college students, particularily on Friday and Saturday nights when you can wait 45 minutes for a table. The draw is cleary the atmosphere and the very reasonably priced food. Their beer selection hasn't had a significant change in at least five years - it gets old. Their regular offerings are Tornado Pale Ale, Sunset Red Ale, Midnight Stout and Rockin' Razberry Wheat (Great name, huh?). I guess I would recommend any of the first three to wash down your meal. I usually have a Tornado Pale Ale, which is often good, but occasionally as murky as a hefeweizen. I find the Sunset Red a little to understated, and the Midnight Stout light-bodied. The wheat is generally redolent of that cardboardy protein taste found in some wheat beers and artificial raspberry flavoring (That's why it's spelled with a 'z'). Some people really like it, though.
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H D Stearns,
Kalamazoo, MI
(11/08/2001) |
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The beers are a bit on the tame side but have some redeeming qualities. Out of the 5 that I tried, the Expresso Stout was an easy favorite and borders on excellent. They do have excellent bar staff (Rhea and Loren) who took the time to answer questions. I tried some of their soup and it was fantastic but we didn't eat dinner there this trip. Well worth a stop if you are in K.Zoo.
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Jim Suchy,
Westland, MI
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The kind of atmosphere I enjoy at brewpubs. I sampled everything they had. I give it a 4 on a 5 scale for brewpubs.
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Riley,
Clio, MI
(09/18/1999) |
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Take the sampler and go back to the porter or anything dark unless you like your beer on the bland side. Food is really good ... great place to take a non beer lover!!
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Nick Little,
Charlotte, MI
(01/06/1999) |
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The beer can't hold a candle to Bell's, but neither can anyone else's. My favorites to date have been the Downtown Brown (which they don't always have) and their Midnight Stout. I think this is the only place in town you can get a "yard" of beer. The food's good, and the atmosphere isn't bad either. If you're just out for beer, go to Bell's, but if you want a good meal, and a pint of something nice and dark, this is a good choice.
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Brian Miller,
Kalamazoo, MI
(07/08/1998) |
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I agree with some of the other reviews on this place. The stout and porter are tasty, everything else tastes like Miller attempt at making real beer. They all have this crappy Budweiser/Coors character to them. This place is a restaraunt first, "brew pub" second (a far second). I've been to several of these fad "brew pubs", and most of their beers are pretty boring. Nonetheless, OP provides brewing diversity to the area, and you can have better-than-average beer (stout/porter/brown) with a good meal. The beer simply cannot measure up to Bell's. Sorry.
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Mark LeSage,
Shreveport, LA
(06/01/1998) |
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Stout is good. Porter is good when they have it. The light beers all seem to have a *really* nasty aftertaste. Stay Dark.
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Jason J. Hall,
Kalamazoo, MI
(05/15/1998) |
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Great beer, great food and wonderful service add up to a great time.
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Patrick Sheehan,
Canton, MI
(05/02/1998) |
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Excellent beer, menu, atmosphere. These guys have really done a great job of bringing this once forgotten section of Kalamazoo back to life. Great job!
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Peter Zuk,
Wyandotte, MI
(04/28/1998) |
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A very good stout. They should look at adding the "Downtown Brown" to their permanent list of brews. The waitress I had was excellent.
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Phoenix Rann,
Racine, WI
(03/01/1998) |
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Try the Tornado Pale Ale-it was very good with nice maltiness and excellent bitterness. Did not have time to try other offerings. Food was excellent and service truly AWESOME.
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Phil Kokoczka,
Jackson, MI
(02/20/1998) |
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A bit trendy, but great food and well above average beer. Not a bad way to end the night after watching a hockey game!
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Patrick Beeman,
Coldwater, MI
(02/11/1998) |
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Olde Pen. is a great looking place with good food. I like Gonzo, but most of the beers are just a little flat.
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Sandey Slevatz,
Kalamazoo, MI
(01/23/1998) |
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Is an establishment with a turn-key, gimmick of the year approach. Cookbook recipe beer. Middle of the road taste. The beer is basically boring.
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Jeff Conklin,
Grand Rapids, MI
(11/05/1997) |
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Try their sampler, three or four beers are pretty good.
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Greg Webster,
Redford, MI
(10/20/1997) |
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