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20+ Mouth-Watering Restaurants with Outdoor Seating near Lansing
Our top picks for restaurants with outdoor seating near Lansing MI
Family-Friendly Breweries: 11 for You to Try Around Lansing
Kids Allowed: 11 Breweries That Aren’t Just For Adults
When we think brewery we don’t usually think kids. However, some breweries in Lansing make it really easy to get out for the night with kids when it’s not a date night or mom’s night out.
Art supplies, games, and yummy food make for a great combo as far as kid approval goes. Bonus – our TOP 11 picks have a great atmosphere and brews to match.
Here is our team’s TOP family friendly breweries you’ll love to hang out at with the entire family.
11 Favorite Family-Friendly Lansing Area Breweries
If a good drink is on the menu for you while the kids are also having a good time, here’s the best family friendly breweries around Lansing:
Ozone Brewhouse
305 Beaver St, Lansing, MI 48906
Ozone Brewhouse’ patio is a great family-friendly place during the summer. Indoor is 21+. The patio is lovely and a pizza food truck is available during business hours.
On Tap: 11+ beers and cider
Kid Points: Patio, casual food pick up, a walking location – Old Town.
MidTown Brewing Company
402 S Washington Square, Lansing, MI 48933
Located in the heart of downtown Lansing, this extremely family-friendly brewery uses local food and vendors for their delicious menu. Happy hour everyday 3-7 PM with $3 beers.
On Tap: Rotating Midtown House Beers
Kid Points: Live music, special events (some even geared towards kids), lots of seating.
HopCat
300 Grove St, East Lansing, MI 48823
HopCat, known for its huge list of beers and ciders should also be known for the fact that it’s welcoming to all – even the littles. Families enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and the 100 beers and ciders on tap! #somanychoices
On Tap: 40+ taps including beers and ciders
Kid Points: Patio, great food, family accommodating.
Sanctuary
902 E Saginaw Hwy., Grand Ledge, MI 48837
Sanctuary is located by Pancho’s Taqueria Food Truck – need we say more? Tacos + kids = family win.
On Tap: rotating tap list + growlers to-go
Kid Points: Yummy walk-up food options, spacious for little movers.
Old Nation Brewing Co.
1500 E Grand River Rd, Williamston, MI 48895
This place is a kid-friendly, delicious, and memorable place to hang with the family.
On Tap: year-round + seasonal beer
Kid Points: Comfort food kids love and will eat, live music, patio seating.
BAD Brewing Company
440 S Jefferson St, Mason, MI 48854
BAD is FUN! Reserve an igloo or catch one first-come-first-serve.
On Tap: 19 beers
Kid Points: Igloos, casual food pick up, board games & live music.
BrickHaven
200 E Jefferson St, Grand Ledge, MI 48837
This unique location was once home to the old City Hall and St. Micheals Church in Grand Ledge. That in itself is fun, but their special sodas make it extra fun for the kids.
Kid Points: small batch sodas, live music, special events.
EagleMonk Pub and Brewery
4906 W Mt Hope Hwy, Lansing, MI 48917
EagleMonk Pub & Brewery is a local pub that offers bands, viewing parties for MSU and tents for local events.
On Tap: Facebook rotating tap beer menu
Kid Points: Music, events, great food, family accommodating.
Looking Glass Brewing Company
115 N Bridge St, Dewitt, MI 48820
Looking glass is a great option for a couple of reasons. They turned an old church into a brewery which is rad in my book, coming from Oregon where McMinimens rules (great places to go if you’re ever in the area).
Looking Glass takes things to a really fun family-friendly level. They have family game nights every Sunday.
On Tap: taps include beers, cider and seasonal wines.
Kid Points: Family game nights, games and coloring options while eating, great food, unique atmosphere.
Lansing Brewing Company
518 E Shiawassee St, Lansing, MI 48912
If you haven’t already spent time hanging out at Lansing Brewing Company – you’ll want to plan a date. It’s like a fun oasis.
On Tap: 12+ beers, ciders and wine available
Kid Points: Huge patio, oversized games like Jenga, corn hole, and more. Multiple places to order + walk-up ordering, live music, multiple rooms for whichever atmosphere or vibe you’re looking for on your visit.
Dark Horse Brewing Co.
511 S Kalamazoo Ave, Marshall, MI 49068
Dark Horse Brewery in Marshall is amazing because of their outdoor play area for kids! You’ll love the vibe here. It’s “where the cool kids hang.”
On Tap: seasonal and year-round beers available
Kid Points: live music, outdoor play area, yummy food, events and more!
Honorary “Spirits” Pick: Uncle John’s Cider Mill
8614 N US 127, St. Johns, MI 48879
Uncle John’s is a kid land haven, but it’s also home to a delicious wine and hard cider bar!
Kid Points: live music, multiple outdoor play areas, special events and much more!
More Family Friendly Breweries Around Lansing: Tell Us Your Favorite!
What did we miss? Is your favorite family-friendly brewery not listed? Let us know!
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