Opening hours
Open now · closes 10:00 PM
| Monday | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
Local time in Muskegon: 9:21 PM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (231) 766-7932 to confirm.
Location & directions
360 Ruddiman DrMuskegon, MI 49445
About Bear Lake Tavern
Bear Lake Tavern is a bar & grill you'll find at 360 Ruddiman Dr in Muskegon, Michigan. Our Muskegon guide covers 57 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
Bear Lake Tavern is open 7 days a week, usually 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bear Lake Tavern's menu features 8 dishes and drinks. You will find options like Clam Chowder, Steak Sandwich, and Fish Tacos.
Service options include outdoor seating, curbside pickup, takeout, dine-in, and delivery. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual, cozy, historic, and trendy, and it is a good fit for groups and tourists. It is especially popular for solo dining. Offerings include healthy options and quick bite.
Accessibility features: assistive hearing loop, wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking lot, and wheelchair accessible restroom. Payment methods accepted: checks, credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: free parking lot and free street parking. For questions or orders, call (231) 766-7932.
Quick facts
- Category
- Bar & Grill · American, Burger, Sandwich
- Address
- 360 Ruddiman Dr, Muskegon, MI 49445
- Phone
- (231) 766-7932
- Price range
- $20 to $30 per person
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Menu
- 8 items
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 9 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 5 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for bars & grills and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Bear Lake Tavern’s weekday schedule with 32 other bars & grills in Michigan. On a typical weekday it opens at 4:00 PM, later than most (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 9:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 10:30 PM).
In total it is open about 44 hours a week, 41 hours fewer than the local median of 85. 78% of bars & grills in Michigan open on Sundays, and Bear Lake Tavern is one of them.
Compared with 32 other bars & grills in Michigan that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for bars & grills in Michigan
Based on 23 menus with 1,483 priced items from bars & grills in Michigan, the median menu item costs $9.35, and half of all items are priced between $5.00 and $14.00.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Tenders | 30% | $11.00 |
| Grilled Cheese | 30% | $6.99 |
| Reuben | 30% | $13.25 |
| Blt | 30% | $10.69 |
| Onion Rings | 30% | $4.59 |
| Chicken Quesadilla | 26% | $13.50 |
| Caesar Salad | 22% | $11.43 |
| Patty Melt | 22% | $15.25 |
Calculated from 23 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Curbside pickup
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Assistive hearing loop
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
Dining options
- Table service
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Checks
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed outside
The neighborhood
Bear Lake Tavern is fairly secluded: there are no other places to eat or drink in our guide within a mile, so it is worth checking the hours before you set off.
Bear Lake Tavern is the only bar & grill within a mile (1 within three miles). The next closest is Canary Inn Bar & Grill, 2.2 mi away.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Burgers & Fast FoodSlappy’s Slaw Dog and Sandwich1.9 mi
- AmericanLakeside Cafe1.9 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsDockside Donuts1.9 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeThe Coffee Factory1.9 mi
- PizzaLakeside Pizza Company1.9 mi
What to expect at a bar & grill
Bars and pubs cover everything from neighborhood dives and sports bars to cocktail lounges, wine bars, brewpubs and taprooms. Many serve food – burgers, wings, pub fare or a full kitchen – while others offer little beyond snacks or host food trucks.
What to order
- Local beer on draft – especially at brewpubs and taprooms
- A house cocktail – cocktail bars often have signature drinks
- Wings or nachos – classic bar food
- Pub burger – often one of the best-value meals in town
Good to know
- Bring a valid photo ID – it may be checked even if you look over 21.
- Kitchens often close earlier than the bar.
- Plan a safe ride home; rideshare pickup points are common outside busy bars.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Bear Lake Tavern's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Monday: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Tuesday: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Saturday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Is Bear Lake Tavern open on Sunday?
Yes, Bear Lake Tavern is open on Sundays: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Where is Bear Lake Tavern located?
Bear Lake Tavern is located at 360 Ruddiman Dr, Muskegon, MI 49445.
What is the phone number of Bear Lake Tavern?
You can call Bear Lake Tavern at (231) 766-7932.
Does Bear Lake Tavern offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Bear Lake Tavern offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: outdoor seating, curbside pickup, takeout, dine-in, and delivery.
How much does it cost to eat at Bear Lake Tavern?
The typical price range at Bear Lake Tavern is $20 to $30 per person.
Is Bear Lake Tavern wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: assistive hearing loop, wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking lot, wheelchair accessible restroom, and wheelchair accessible seating.
Is Bear Lake Tavern good for kids?
Family-friendly details: good for kids, has changing table(s), high chairs, and kids' menu.
Is Bear Lake Tavern open late?
Yes – Bear Lake Tavern is open until 10 PM or later on Friday and Saturday.
What else is near Bear Lake Tavern?
There are 0 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Bear Lake Tavern. Nearby options include Slappy’s Slaw Dog and Sandwich (1.9 mi), Lakeside Cafe (1.9 mi), and Dockside Donuts (1.9 mi).
Are there other bars & grills near Bear Lake Tavern?
None within a mile. The closest is Canary Inn Bar & Grill, 2.2 mi away.
How much do bars & grills in Michigan cost?
Based on 23 menus with 1,483 priced items from bars & grills in Michigan, the median menu item costs $9.35, and half of all items are priced between $5.00 and $14.00.
