The Beach Bar

We were taken back to our seat within a few minutes of arrival BUT the hostess walked so far ahead of us that we lost sight of her. She never looked back to see where we were. We noticed she was dropping off menus at a table across the room, which we assumed was ours. She didn't wait for us to follow and was gone before we sat down. We witnesses this behavior with 'every party' she sat. She deserves a "0" rating.

Our waitress, on the other hand, did an AMAZING job checking in on us throughout the meal, providing our food timely, refilling our drinks, and anticipating our needs (bill, box to go). She deserves a 5+ rating.

Both are food choices were delicious. We shared a bowl of their tomato soup as an appetizer, as it's a MUST when you eat here.

Hoping that the hostess has a better day as she definitely appeared to not want to be there (~5:20 pm 10/14/23).

I was thoroughly impressed with the Beach Bar. The atmosphere was great. The size of the inside caught me by surprise! It looks recently renovated and/or well kept. Service was very good, as was the food and drinks. I will definitely return!

Wow, I can’t believe I haven’t reviewed this before. This is one of our favorites we love the tomato soup, actually, we love all of their homemade soups. We love their sandwiches and pizza. They have live music outside, they have some pretty great bands. The service is always excellent.

The Beach Bar is one of Irish Hills' best examples of why Michigan's Irish Hills is a gem.

On the surface, it's a well maintained family style restaurant that specializes in pizza. Right below the surface, it's a true center if gravity for a friendly community.

Carefully look around, and you'll notice unique and fun art created by local artists. Look at the walls, and you'll see staff photos from years gone by. Check out the trophy shelves, and you'll see a celebration of multiple generations of friends, family, and neighbors.

The food is always reliable. On a cool fall ir winter day, I always recommend you start with their tomato bisque. I haven't had a better tomato soup in Michigan.this is real comfort food.

The place is w few miles away from the MIS, so if uour looking for a place to meet friends before or after on race day, this is a good place to duck into and avoid traffic.

Check out the website to learn if you'll be there when they have a live band or if you're truly lucky, you'll witness the world famous hermit crab races. Super fun for the family (and you may find your child taking home a hermit crab).

Just an A+ place in my book.

I've been going to the Beach Bar for 44 years and have seen a lot of changes. One thing that hasn't ever changed is their consistent delivery of great food with friendly service in a relaxed atmosphere. Their Ocean Beach Ice Tea is the best I've ever had.