Morgan Ellis
Chicago, Illinois
7/24/2026
Cozy TaproomLive Acoustic Music
Cozy taproom with a surprisingly deep lager list. Would crawl here again in a heartbeat.
Verified Independent BrewpubBrewpub
Big Cat Brewing Company
8699 S Good Harbor Trl, Cedar, Michigan, 49621-8580
Dog FriendlyOutdoor Seating / Fire PitsFood Trucks / Full KitchenFamily / Kid FriendlyLive Music & EventsGamesNA / Wine / CiderWiFiSports TVs / Game DayWheelchair Accessible
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Quick Vibe & Venue Facts
- Independent Status
- Verified Independent Brewpub
- Pet Policy
- Dogs not listed — confirm with the venue before visiting.
- Food Options
- Daily Rotating Food Trucks & BYOF Friendly
- Family Policy
- All Ages / Kid Friendly until 8 PM
- Parking & Transit
- On-site lot plus nearby street parking.
On tap
What’s on tap right now
6 pouring
| Beer | Style | ABV | Notes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kölsch Club Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | Kölsch | 5.1% | Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | On Tap |
| Patio Tart Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap. | Sour | 5.2% | Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap. | Kicked / Sold Out |
| Wheatfield Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour. | Wheat | 5.0% | Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour. | On Tap |
| Yard Work Snappy noble hops, cracker malt, built for patio pints. | Pilsner | 5.1% | Snappy noble hops, cracker malt, built for patio pints. | On Tap |
| River Porter Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | Porter | 5.7% | Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | On Tap |
| Zero Gravity Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | NA IPA | 0.7% | Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | On Tap |
| Westbound Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish. | West Coast IPA | 7.5% | Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish. | On Tap |
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4.5 ★
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Riley Hart
San Diego, California
7/19/2026
Great IPA SelectionDog Heaven
Live music was just loud enough. Grabbed a table, ordered a flight, and lost track of time.
Avery Kim
Denver, Colorado
7/14/2026
Spacious PatioPerfect for Groups
Landed here after a long drive and immediately felt at home. Friendly bartenders and a patio worth lingering on.
Jordan Blake
Austin, Texas
7/9/2026
Live Acoustic MusicCrisp Lagers
Came for one pint, stayed for three. The IPA board is stacked and the crowd stayed easygoing.
Big Cat Brewing Company FAQs
Is Big Cat Brewing Company dog friendly?
Taprooms Near Me does not currently list Big Cat Brewing Company as dog friendly. Confirm with the taproom before you go.
Does Big Cat Brewing Company serve food or host food trucks?
Yes. Big Cat Brewing Company hosts rotating food trucks and is generally BYOF friendly.
Can I host a private event or group crawl at Big Cat Brewing Company?
Big Cat Brewing Company can often host small group crawls. Contact the taproom directly, or claim the listing on Taprooms Near Me to publish event capacity.
Does Big Cat Brewing Company have outdoor patio seating?
Yes. Big Cat Brewing Company lists outdoor patio seating in Cedar, often with heaters or fire-pit nights.
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