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Pizza + Beer = Home Run at West Michigan Baseball-Themed Brewery

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In the heart of Grand Rapids, Beer City USA, is a baseball-themed brewery that pairs pizza and beer in the very best way…behold the Mitten Brewing Company — operated by two lifelong friends since 2012.

The consensus among the public and critics is the same: Among Grand Rapids’ many breweries, this one’s not to be missed. The Mitten has been named “Best Pizza” on five occasions and has won numerous awards for its beer, too.

Pizza and beer are so dang good! Plenty of beer options from IPAs, ales, porters, sours, etc. Indoor and outdoor seating available and you just order at the bar. We enjoyed our “pizza of the day special” which had garlic oil base, mozzarella, bacon, mushroom mix, arugula, and balsamic reduction – it was phenomenal! Prices are good, what a treat!

Jon Jones
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Mitten Brewing Company | photo via theyeasty.boys

Enjoy Some of the Best Beer in Grand Rapids

Mitten Brewing Company, located at 527 Leonard St. NW in Grand Rapids. Housed in Grand Rapids historic Engine House No. 9, Mitten Brewing’s selection of hand-crafted beers has been honored numerous times — at the Great American Beer Fest in 2018 and the World Beer Cup in 2016, 2022, and 2023.

I came here for a date night with my husband and the food and drinks were amazing! I left feeling so full and had lots of leftovers. The atmosphere was fun and welcoming! I definitely recommend this place!

Jessica Zavala

Mitten Brewing’s beer lineup features something for every tastebud, from light and dark beers to hoppy and fruity beers, ensuring every customer of the appropriate age can find the perfect beer to pair with a meal.

Mitten Brewing Company-Grand Rapids
Mitten Brewing Company | photo via mittenbrewingco

Experience Mitten’s Brewing Atmosphere

Pizza, beer, and baseball pair so well together and Mitten Brewing Co. creates a cozy atmosphere complete with baseball jerseys and unique memorabilia, including seats from Tiger Stadium.

Grand Rapids is the home of the West Michigan Whitecaps, a minor-league affiliate of the Detroit Tigers, so Mitten Brewing is an easy choice for hungry customers before or after a game.

Loves this place! The baseball theme is fun, the staff is friendly and helpful, the beer is great, and the food is tasty. They do a cool flight, and I particularly recommend the mango beer. The giant pretzel is a good choice, too.

Amanda Weissman
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Mitten Brewing Company | photo via theyeasty.boys

Enjoy Some of Grand Rapids’ Best Pizza

Grand Rapids may be Beer City USA, but Mitten Brewing’s multiple “best pizza” awards all speak to the same thing…the pies here are really, really good!

True to its baseball theme — many of the house’s specialty pizzas have baseball names.

There’s the Field of Greens — a pie topped with garlic feta, spinach, pesto sauce, green peppers, basil mozzarella, and roasted cherry tomatoes.

There’s also the Miggy being Miggy (for former Tigers slugger Miguel Cabrera with steak, red Onion, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, topped with Parmesan and a chimichurri sauce. 

There’s also the Curse of the Goat, Da Meat Hook, and Hog Heaven among other offerings.

Each of these pizzas is packed full of flavors and there’s a good chance you’ll be hooked after one bite. Mitten Brewing also offers pizza flights to go, where customers can sample up to four specialty pizzas.

Mitten Brewing Company-Grand Rapids
Mitten Brewing Company | photo via brewerygnome

Don’t Miss These Insider Tips

To make the most of your visit to Mitten Brewing, follow these insider tips: 

Explore the Comfortable Space: Mitten Brewing is known for its welcoming atmosphere and baseball theme, which creates a comfortable space for everyone. Whether you’re a baseball fan or not, this is a great spot to experience local culture.

Be Patient: Mitten Brewing is a local favorite and gets busy, especially during the warmer months. If you find it’s busy during your visit, the best thing to do is be patient as you wait for space to open up.

Check Out Outdoor Seating in Warmer Months: The brewery offers comfortable outdoor seating during the warmer seasons, giving customers a variety of dining options.

Don’t Skip the Beer: If a Grand Rapids brewery has multiple beer awards, it’s got to be good right? With so many selections, customers can sip their favorites or try a new flavor that piques their curiosity.

Try the Pizza: Customers will definitely want to pair their award-winning beer with fresh, delicious, award-winning pizza. Try a baseball-inspired pizza or one of Mitten’s other creations. You’ll be hooked after one bite.

Explore Mitten Brewing’s Other Locations: Mitten Brewing has two other locations in Northport and Saugatuck. The Northport locations great brews in a covered outdoor Biergarten, a bar setting, and by a stone fireplace. The Saugatuck location features a full-service taproom and restaurant, with a fire pit, picnic tables, and a wraparound deck.

Visit Nearby Attractions: Grand Rapids is a treasure trove of attractions and before or after visiting Mitten Brewing, visitors can explore fascinating museums, a zoo, an award-winning sculpture park, and so much more.

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