Morgan Ellis
Chicago, Illinois
7/29/2026
Live Acoustic MusicCrisp Lagers
Cozy taproom with a surprisingly deep lager list. Would crawl here again in a heartbeat.
Verified Independent BrewpubBrewpub
The Sanford Beverage Company, Inc. D.B.A. Steele Street Brewing
300 S Steele St, Ionia, Michigan, 48846-2008
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 Welcome (Patio / Indoors)
- Food Options
- Daily Rotating Food Trucks & BYOF Friendly
- Family Policy
- All Ages / Kid Friendly until 8 PM
- Parking & Transit
- Street parking and bike racks; limited lot stalls.
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| Beer | Style | ABV | Notes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zero Gravity Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | NA IPA | 0.7% | Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | Kicked / Sold Out |
| Westbound Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish. | West Coast IPA | 7.5% | Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish. | On Tap |
| Night Watch Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body. | Stout | 6.6% | Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body. | On Tap |
| Orchard Hour Dry apple cider with a hint of pear skin. | Cider | 6.2% | Dry apple cider with a hint of pear skin. | On Tap |
| Hazy Memory Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | Hazy IPA | 7.1% | Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | On Tap |
| Kölsch Club Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | Kölsch | 4.9% | Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | On Tap |
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4.3 ★
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Riley Hart
San Diego, California
7/24/2026
Dog HeavenFood Truck Hits
Live music was just loud enough. Grabbed a table, ordered a flight, and lost track of time.
Avery Kim
Denver, Colorado
7/19/2026
Perfect for GroupsCozy Taproom
Landed here after a long drive and immediately felt at home. Friendly bartenders and a patio worth lingering on.
The Sanford Beverage Company, Inc. D.B.A. Steele Street Brewing FAQs
Is The Sanford Beverage Company, Inc. D.B.A. Steele Street Brewing dog friendly?
Yes. The Sanford Beverage Company, Inc. D.B.A. Steele Street Brewing is dog friendly in Ionia, including patio seating.
Does The Sanford Beverage Company, Inc. D.B.A. Steele Street Brewing serve food or host food trucks?
Yes. The Sanford Beverage Company, Inc. D.B.A. Steele Street Brewing hosts rotating food trucks and is generally BYOF friendly.
Can I host a private event or group crawl at The Sanford Beverage Company, Inc. D.B.A. Steele Street Brewing?
The Sanford Beverage Company, Inc. D.B.A. Steele Street Brewing can often host small group crawls. Contact the taproom directly, or claim the listing on Taprooms Near Me to publish event capacity.
Does The Sanford Beverage Company, Inc. D.B.A. Steele Street Brewing have outdoor patio seating?
Yes. The Sanford Beverage Company, Inc. D.B.A. Steele Street Brewing lists outdoor patio seating in Ionia, often with heaters or fire-pit nights.