Brown Bear the

Was working in Rothbury and was looking for places to grab a bite to eat on the later side. We found this place on Yelp and figured the reviews were good enough to check it out. What a surprise - this place is always crowded and for good reason.

The food was very good, but typical bar fare. Their famous bear burger was no joke. One pound of meat and all the fixings, I could only eat half of it at dinner.

Try their home made curly fries for another treat.

Accepts all major cc's which is nice also.

We went back 2 - 3 times after our first visit within the 10 days we were there.

I have heard the burgers are good but I have to be 100% honest and say I have never tried one!  I grew up in Shelby and have eaten at the Bear so many times that I couldn't begin to estimate the actual number.  I have to put a pitch in for the gourmet subs.  This is my go-to, hasn't changed in the 20+ years that I have been eating them. All of the appetizers are good too, especially when paired with the ranch for dipping.  Great place to watch a game or have a few drinks too.

Home of the famous 1 pound Papa Bear Burger. Good service and friendly people. Has another location in Pentwater. Small town bar! Worth the small detour off US 31 North.