We’re lucky to serve a number of unique local businesses in rural southern Michigan, and we want to share them with you!
Looking for the perfect way to spend an afternoon out? Grab drinks and a meal at Archey’s, or experience an elegant wine tasting at Dablon or Cody Kresta.
Photo credit: Archey's Bar & Grill
5575 Oak Street, Onondaga, MI 49264 (click for directions)
WHO THEY ARE: Archey’s Bar & Grill is a family‑owned restaurant operating for over 40 years in southeast Michigan.
WHY THEY’RE GREAT: At Archey’s, you can enjoy classic burgers, sandwiches, and a cold one in a family‑friendly atmosphere.
Archey’s holds a fish and chicken fry every Friday night from 5–9 p.m. The menu also features a walleye special every third Wednesday of the month.
HOW TO GET IN TOUCH: Follow Archey’s on Facebook at Archey’s Bar & Grill for daily specials and weekly soup selections.
Photo credit: Cody Kresta Vineyard & Winery
45727 27th Street, Mattawan, MI 49071 (click for directions)
WHO THEY ARE: Cody Kresta is a family‑owned winery operating in the Lake Michigan Shore viticultural area of southwest Michigan.
The winery was established by winemaker David, who grew up working in his grandparents’ vineyards and watching his grandfather, Joseph, make wine with a hand press.
WHY THEY’RE GREAT: Cody Kresta’s tasting room is open Friday through Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. during the months of January, February, and March. From April through December, they are open from noon to 6 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday, and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday.
Special events throughout the year include food truck days, seasonal celebrations, and more.
HOW TO GET IN TOUCH: Stay connected and sign up to receive information about wines, events, and updates at codykrestawinery.com, and follow Cody Kresta Vineyard and Winery on Facebook.
Photo credit: Dablon Vineyards & Winery
111 W. Shawnee Road, Baroda, MI 49101 (click for directions)
WHO THEY ARE: Dablon Vineyards & Winery is a family-owned 75-acre estate nestled in the rolling hills of southwest Michigan. Named for explorer Claude Dablon, who planted French varietals on Michigan soil in the 1600s, Dablon crafts its wines from 27 handpicked grape varietals grown on its unique terroir.
WHY THEY’RE GREAT: Dablon’s award‑winning tasting room is open 363 days a year, noon to 6 p.m., Sunday through Thursday, and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday and Saturday. Sip wine with friends and family on the terrace overlooking the vineyard or next to the fireplace.
Dablon offers winery tours and tastings, live music, barrel tastings, wine dinners, and movie nights, as well as snowshoeing during the colder months. There is also an active wine club that you can join to enjoy discounts, invitations to exclusive events, vertical tastings, and access to the wine library.
HOW TO GET IN TOUCH: Learn more at dablon.com and follow @dablonvineyards on Facebook and Instagram.
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