Brewery Profile

The Mitten Brewing Company - Saugatuck

On Water Street in downtown Saugatuck, visitors find a full-service restaurant and taproom that brings The Mitten Brewing Company’s presence to the Lake Michigan shore. The Saugatuck location opened in 2018 and functions as a downtown beer stop rather than an out-of-the-way production site. Its setting places it among the city’s commercial activity, with retail businesses, dining, and entertainment venues nearby. Inside, the experience is built around the taproom and restaurant format, so visitors can expect a sit-down stop rather than only a quick tasting counter. The outdoor layout is a major part of the site, with a wraparound deck, picnic-table seating areas, and a fire pit adding space beyond the interior.

Travelers in the Saugatuck and Douglas area often come for a mix of shoreline access, arts, shopping, and evening entertainment, and this taproom fits into that kind of itinerary. It is not necessary to know a specific beer lineup in advance; the day’s pours are best confirmed at the taproom. For visitors moving through downtown, the appeal is the combination of craft beer service, restaurant seating, and an address close to the area’s other visitor-focused businesses. The Lake Michigan setting also makes outdoor seating useful during fair weather, especially for people looking to pause between walking the commercial district, visiting galleries or shops, or spending time elsewhere in the Saugatuck/Douglas area.

For planning purposes, the clearest known amenities are the full-service restaurant, taproom, and sizable outdoor seating areas. The wraparound deck and picnic tables give groups different ways to sit outside, while the fire pit adds a gathering point when it is in use. Because specific beer names, seasonal releases, and current food details are not listed here, the taproom is the place to confirm the current draft list and menu options during a visit. Its downtown Water Street location makes it a practical stop for travelers already spending time in central Saugatuck, particularly those who want a brewery visit that can also function as a meal break.

The Mitten Brewing Company's Saugatuck location opened in 2018, expanding the brewery's presence to the Lake Michigan shore. This establishment operates as a full-service restaurant and taproom situated directly on Water Street in the city's downtown commercial district. The facility provides extensive outdoor seating options, including a wraparound deck and areas furnished with picnic tables, complemented by a fire pit feature. Its location provides access to the Saugatuck/Douglas area, which is characterized by a long history as a regional destination known for its arts, entertainment venues, and retail businesses.

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329 Water St, Saugatuck, Michigan, 49453

Phone: (269) 455-5719

Website: https://www.mittenbrewing.com/saugatuck

Hours: Monday: 11:30am - 9pm Tuesday: 11:30am - 9pm Wednesday: 11:30am - 9pm Thursday: 11:30am - 9pm Friday: 11:30am -10pm Saturday: 11:30am -10pm Sunday: 11:30am - 9pm