Bars, Pubs & Taverns – West Michigan Guides
Looking for the perfect place to relax, unwind, and enjoy a night out? Ludington offers a great selection of local bars, pubs, and taverns where you can gather with friends, grab a drink, and experience the area’s vibrant nightlife.
From laid-back neighborhood bars and cozy taverns to lively pubs with entertainment, Ludington’s bar scene features a variety of atmospheres to match any mood. Whether you’re in the mood for craft beer, classic cocktails, local brews, or a casual drink after a day on the lakeshore, you’ll find plenty of options to choose from.
Known for friendly service and a welcoming small-town vibe, Ludington bars and pubs provide the perfect setting to socialize, celebrate, and enjoy the best of West Michigan nightlife.
Applebee’s, 3881 US-10, Ludington, MI, (231) 845-0611
Big Hart Brewing Company, 4086 W. Polk Rd., Hart, MI, 49420, (231) 301-8226
Bud’s Tap Room, 519 E. Dowland St., Ludington, MI, 49431, (231) 845-5895
Bud’s Tap Room, 519 E. Dowland St., Ludington, MI, 49431, (231) 845-5895
Charlie’s Bar, 135 S. Main St., Scottville, MI, 49454, (231) 757-2817
Hoyt’s Next Door/The Mitten Bar/Sportsmans, 109 W. Ludington Ave., Ludington, MI, 49431, (231) 843-2138
Jamesport Brewing Company, 410 S. James St., Ludington, MI, 49431, (231) 845-2522
Kristi’s Pour House, 211 E. Main St. Hart, MI, 49420, (231) 873-2378
Ludington Bay Brewing Company, 515 S. James St., Ludington, MI, 49431, (231) 239-6690
Ludington Meat Company, 3815 US-10, Ludington, MI, 49431, (231) 425-3797
Ludington Pub, 209 S. James St., Ludington, MI, 49431, (231) 843-3663
Sand Bar, 203 S. James St., Ludington, MI, (231) 843-3100
TJ’s Pub, 399 River St, Manistee, MI, 49660, (231) 398-9174
The Alley Bar & Grill, 223 S. James St., Ludington, MI, 49431, (231) 843-1682
The Antler Bar, 283 S. Hancock St., Pentwater, MI, 49449, (231) 869-2911
The Side Room, 222 W. Ludington Ave., Ludington, MI, 49431, (231) 843-6555
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