Brewery Profile

Hereford and Hops Steakhouse and Brewpub

Visitors walking into the historic former Delta Hotel in Escanaba find a brewpub with a long local footprint and a setting that feels tied to the city’s downtown past. The building dates to around 1914, and Hereford and Hops Steakhouse and Brewpub has occupied that story since 1994. Its identity is unusual in Michigan beer: it is known as the state’s first “grill-your-own” steakhouse brewpub, combining house-brewed beer with a dining format built around cooking premium cuts yourself. Rather than a small tasting-room model, the experience centers on a full meal, a working brewery presence, and a room shaped by historic architecture and British pub influence.

Travelers moving through Michigan’s Upper Peninsula often look for places that feel specific to the region rather than interchangeable, especially after a day on the road, near the lakeshore, or between outdoor stops. This brewpub fits that type of visit because it pairs familiar, classic house-brewed beers with a sit-down steakhouse format that asks guests to take part in the cooking. The appeal is not just ordering a pint; it is spending time in a long-running Escanaba institution where the meal and the beer are linked. For visitors who enjoy brewpubs that predate the current craft beer boom, the 1994 start date gives the place a different context than newer taprooms.

Practical expectations should be shaped around the steakhouse-brewpub format. Come prepared for a longer stop than a quick beer flight, especially if you plan to take part in the grill-your-own experience. Since specific current beer names, rotating selections, hours, reservations, and service details are not confirmed here, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours and any dining procedures before settling in. What is known is the core draw: house-brewed beer, premium cuts cooked by the guest, and a historic Escanaba building that has helped make Hereford and Hops a recognizable Upper Peninsula stop for both beer travelers and dinner crowds.

Housed in Escanaba, Michigan's historic former Delta Hotel (circa 1914), Hereford and Hops is a true Upper Peninsula institution and Michigan's first "grill-your-own" steakhouse brewpub. Since 1994, they have expertly paired their classic, house-brewed beers with the unique experience of cooking your own premium cuts. This venerable spot seamlessly blends historic architecture with British pub charm, making it a must-visit destination for those seeking great beer and a truly unique dining adventure in the U.P.

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624 Ludington St, Escanaba, Michigan, 49829-3844

Phone: 9067891945

Website: http://www.herefordandhops.com/