W.H. Ales Brewpub

804 E Midland St, Bay City
(989) 778-2348

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Aaron Warner

The food was good, though the pastrami sandwich being cold was a surprise. Still good, but maybe better descriptions in the menu?

The service was EXCELLENT, despite a rocky start where the server who initially greeted us abandoned us for some reason. The new server was patient as I debated side options and even offered a sample of the coleslaw to help me feel comfortable with my decision.

The beer selection was good, the parking was ok and the restaraunt was clean. Will definitely go again!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Jerry Carmack

Beers were good, nothing under 5%, ordered a pizza, it was ok, asked for chicken on the side. Chicken taste boiled, zero flavor, onion rings were cold and tasted like old grease

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 2

Service: 4

willy Will

I try not to go often so I can treat it like a treat when I do go. The wood fired pizza is the best thing on the menu. The beer taste amazing the oktoberfest is the best oktoberfest I have ever tried. This place deserves more recognition than it gets.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Ryan Busch

I was just passing through, and stopped here for a quick bite and a beer. Our very attentive server Noah recommended the fish and chips along with the Oktoberfest Marzen. I was incredibly pleased with my fish and chips with perfectly breaded cod fillets which never lost their crisp on my plate. Sides of fries, slaw, house made ketchup, and malted vinegar were all wonderful. The Marzen was very well crafted with that lagered maltiness we all crave in the fall. I cannot recommend coming to visit more. Absolutely on point. Thank you.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ashlee Hemingway

I wish I could give this restaurant ten stars!! Our server, Jim, gave our table the best service of my life!!! He made us feel like total VIPs, and the food, chef Joseph is an indescribable talent. All the food is hand made down to the sauces. Start to finish everything was so delicious at a portion of the cost of what we’ve even spent elsewhere. The list of brews is so unique and the blueberry flavor tasted great with the schnitzel plate. This restaurant pairs fine dining with a laid back atmosphere. It’s a destination spot anyone reading this should try, I’m telling you, treat yourself!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

E “Ernie” G

W.H. Ales is a great place for drinks and food. Very welcoming. They also have a great selection of beers, I really enjoy their stouts. We went to their Oktoberfest and it was a fun time. The staff is always super friendly. Every time we've been in there, James has been there (I believe he's one of the managers), he is always nice and super helpful, especially if your looking to explore different beers. The brewers can often be found walking around and talking with customers, asking for feedback on their beers. Would absolutely recommend.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Derek Witt

Phenomenal people and Phenomenal brews

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Mandy Raymond

Have been here several times and always pleased. We wanted to try the updated menu. First- service was friendly and prompt, both floor servers worked together well.

We ordered calamari app, based on some interesting flavors described. Loved the slaw, sauce was a nice sweet chili, calamari cooked well and the batter had an undertone of the described curry. The only downside was an overpowering amount of sodium in the batter. Unsure if from actual salt or other seasonings adding up to a salty flavor. Overall still good, but Def needed the other components to offset the amount of salt.

Fish n chips, exceptional, fish done well, chips (fries) literal perfection, love the malt vinegar addition, however tartar did feel like it needed something, dill forward yet rather creamy. Marhgarita pizza was great. Crust well done, basil, balsamic and mozzarella all classic flavors.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Miriam cross

Didn't eat there but the beer is great and the old building it's in is pretty cool.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Lauren Gorney

Food is great, the staff is great!
But you can tell there was a change in management or something. The staff was more friendly in the past and now it seems like they are on eggshells.
I want old Whales back…

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 5

Service: 5

Neil Spencer

Currently the best steak in town. Perfectly cooked, great sauce, great presentation, great cut of meat. Our server Jim was the man. 10/10

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tyler McAdam

One of the best places to get beer. Please bring back your old menu. The new menu doesn't fit the vibe of the brewery.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

ATHENA THOR

Just great food drink and service

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Maggie Rybicki

Love the waitresses! We sat at the bar, and they were SO nice. Good beer as well!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Amy Dammer

Garlic Bianco pizza was SUPREME!!! Beer is spot on! WHIPA is my fav, also the Mexican Lager. 🍺 🍕

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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