Brewpubs & Wineries

Brewpubs | Wineries

Nationally known for vineyards and orchards, Southwest Michigan’s fertile land produces some of the most consistently delicious wines in America. Stroll through the vineyards, and sample award-winning wines and juices. The largest Kraft brewery in Michigan calls Kalamazoo home. Experience specialty beers and eclectic entertainment or reminisce over a homemade rootbeer.

Brewpubs

Bell's Brewery, Inc.
355 E. Kalamazoo Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 382-2338
www.bellsbeer.com
Kalamazoo County’s oldest microbrewery is popular with visitors, offering distinctive beers such as the popular Bell’s Amber Ale. Stop by Bell’s Eccentric Cafe for food, drink and entertainment and visit Bell ’s General Store.

Bilbo’s Pizza in a Pan
3307 Stadium Dr., Kalamazoo
(269) 382-5544
www.bilbospizza.com
Come to Bilbo’s to enjoy a deep dish or thin crust pizza along with six homemade brews and between 16 and 18 other beers on tap.

Olde Peninsula Brewpub & Restaurant
200 E. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 343-BREW
Housed in the historic Peninsula Building, Olde Peninsula guests enjoy delicious casual dining and eight house-crafted beers, and its own signature rootbeer.

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Wineries

Peterson & Sons Winery
9375 E. P Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 626-9755
Wine tastings. Winery is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Friday and Saturday and from noon to 6 p.m. Sunday; closed Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. From exit 85 on
I-94 east of Kalamazoo, go south on 35th Street and follow the signs.

St. Julian Winery
716 S. Kalamazoo St.
(M-40, north of I-94),
Paw Paw, (269) 657-5568,
(800) 732-6002
www.stjulian.com
Tours and tastings available. Admission is free. Winery hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday; noon to 6 p.m. Sunday. Apollo’s Banquet Facility at the winery seats 125 and catering is available.

Vintner's Cellar Winery of Kalamazoo
260 E. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo
(269)342-WINE (9463)
www.vintnerscellarwinery.com
Stop in and sample wines at the tasting bar and learn how you can make your own customized wine. Featuring "I've Got a Gal in Kalamazoo" House Wines and the ever popular Black Currant Merlot. Personalized labels, wine accessories, and gift certificates available. Winery hours are Monday through Wednesday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. and Thursday through Saturday 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

Warner Vineyards
M-40, north of I-94, Paw Paw
(269) 657-3165
www.warnerwines.com
Tours and tastings available. Admission is free. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday; noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Waterworks Station Cafe features casual gourmet dining with live jazz on the weekends and deck seating overlooking the scenic Paw Paw River.

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