Ford River Pub & Grill in Escanaba, MI is the kind of Bar & Grill that brings people together for good food, great drinks, and a relaxed atmosphere that feels easy to enjoy any day of the week.
With a strong 4.50-star rating from 511 reviews, it has built a clear reputation for delivering a dependable experience that keeps guests coming back.
Whether you are stopping in for lunch, settling in for dinner, or simply looking for a comfortable place to enjoy a drink and unwind, this casual, cozy spot offers the welcoming feel and steady quality that make a local favorite stand out.
From solo dining to group gatherings, it is designed to be a place where guests can feel comfortable, satisfied, and well taken care of.
The menu and atmosphere reflect everything people look for in a great Bar & Grill. Guests can enjoy dine-in service, outdoor seating, takeout, and delivery, making it easy to enjoy Ford River Pub & Grill in whatever way fits the day.
The kitchen and bar offer a well-rounded selection that includes comfort food, food at the bar, alcohol, beer, cocktails, coffee, and happy-hour drinks, along with local specialties that give the experience a more authentic, community-driven feel.
Highlights such as bar games, fast service, a fireplace, a great beer selection, great cocktails, and sport create a lively yet comfortable setting that works just as well for a casual meal as it does for watching the game or meeting up with friends.
With table service, a bar on site, Wi‑Fi, free Wi‑Fi, and restrooms available, the space is set up to make each visit smooth and convenient.
Accessibility and guest convenience are also part of what makes Ford River Pub & Grill such a welcoming choice. The business offers a wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible toilet, and an assistive hearing loop, helping more guests enjoy their visit with confidence and ease.
Reservations are accepted for added planning flexibility, and payment is simple with cheques, credit cards, and debit cards accepted.
Located at E 4560 Highway, M-35, Escanaba, MI 49829, and reachable at +1 906-786-2700, Ford River Pub & Grill offers more than just a place to eat and drink—it delivers a dependable, inviting experience where quality food, warm service, and a comfortable setting come together to make every visit worthwhile.
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Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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Been here dozens of times while living in Esky. Great restaurant with great food. Everything I’ve eaten here so far has been great. Especially the deep fried pasties. Decent salad bar and a great fish fry. Drinks were very well made. Nice and close to the Ford River boat launch. Just a great home cooked feel to the place. The outdoor seating is very nice too. Highly recommended. Ty 👍✌️
When we come up to visit escanaba, we make this our first stop for their salad bar and fish fry. The cod is excellent!
ABSOLUTLY love this place !!! My new regular spot! The service was 150% exceptional, so kind friendly and welcoming. Clean and warm environment. The out door area is where its at tho!!! The King cut Prime Rib SO GOOD I NEEDED THAT. YUM I WILL BE BACK:)
Jayme made the experience amazing! So happy and helpful! Food was great favorite was the white cheddar garlic cheese curds! Cant wait to return! Thank you.
We stopped on a Friday night and it was busy but the team worked hard and fadt to keep up with everything. The food was delicious and we will absolutely be back. I had the Broiled Cod with Fresh Cut Fries and the Hubby had a Chicken Wet Burrito.
We stopped here today. Salad bar is awesome! Plenty to choose from. We ordered onion rings, salad bar for both of us, and a blt. Blt served mayo on the side and the toast was a bit too toasted. Onion rings were great. They also have very tasty ice cream by the scoop for dessert or on the go. The waitress was so friendly and kind. Lots of rooms here and an outdoor patio, bar, pool table, tv had sports on, and there is also an ATM. Bathrooms were very clean. Menu is big. They have fish fry always on the menu so we will try that next time. Prices are very reasonable. I am including pictures of the place. I recommend going here when you visit the U.P. Escanaba area. Update: July 2025 We returned with a large group for another visit. Four had the prime rib and each of them loved theirs. One had quesadilla and loved it. I had the perch. It's good. Very large portion. Each of the meals comes with a full salad bar. Our waitress was very friendly and efficient. Again, we will return. I have added some more photos. Forgot to mention that this place is up for sale. Inquire within.
I can’t say enough good things about this place! The staff are top notch. Professional and friendly. Everything my husband and I have tried on the menu has been delicious. Prices are more than fair. Great salad bar! Clean, comfortable, casual atmosphere. Just a really positive place where everyone seems to be enjoying themselves!
Stopped in for the Saturday Fish Fry. They will sure fill you up with good food! Fish was plentiful and perfectly cooked. A nice salad bar to compliment the dinner and a good selection of a few local brews. Friendly staff with great suggestions.
Absolutely recommend. Waitress was helpful and kind, my wife was having a bad night and she went out of her way to try and make her night a little brighter. The walleye and perch dinners were delicious, fries cooked just right, not too much or too little. Fish was good sized and well worth the $20. It was a little loud but its a family restaurant/bar, cant expect perfectly quiet. Well worth the stop.
We were visiting the area and were looking for the ‘best fish/chips’. Several suggested Ford River Pub & Grill and we were not disappointed. We arrived for their Fish Fry as soon as the Pub opened, as we were told that it gets extremely crowded on Fridays. We split the Fisherman’s Platter which was delicious and plenty of food for the two of us. The meal comes with the salad bar and choice of potato. Our second salad bar was an easy add-on. Enjoyed a local light beer with the meal. Perfect for our Friday tradition of fish/chips and beer as we travel the U.S. Thank you!
Common questions about Ford River Pub & Grill
Ford River Pub & Grill is located at E 4560 highway, M-35, Escanaba, MI 49829, United States, Escanaba, MI, United States.
You can reach Ford River Pub & Grill by calling +1 906-786-2700.
Ford River Pub & Grill has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 511 customer reviews.
Ford River Pub & Grill features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible toilet, Assistive hearing loop.
Ford River Pub & Grill features the following service options: Outdoor seating, Takeaway, Dine-in, Delivery.
Ford River Pub & Grill features the following highlights: Bar games, Fast service, Fireplace, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Serves local specialty, Sport.
Ford River Pub & Grill features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Ford River Pub & Grill features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Food, Food at bar, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Late-night food, Quick bite, Salad bar, Small plates, Spirits, Wine.
Ford River Pub & Grill features the following dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Ford River Pub & Grill features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom, Wi-Fi, Free Wi-Fi.
Ford River Pub & Grill features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy.
Ford River Pub & Grill features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups, Tourists.
Ford River Pub & Grill features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
Ford River Pub & Grill features the following payments: Cheques, Credit cards, Debit cards.
Ford River Pub & Grill features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu.
Ford River Pub & Grill features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Plenty of parking.
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