Cranker’s hopes to start selling their craft brews this weekend
Cranker’s Restaurant and Brewery might be ending its dry spell and start serving its famous craft beer before the start of classes.
General Manager Allen Knash said he still has some doubts but the 24-hour restaurant, located on 1207 E. Pickard Road, but is expected to start serving their beer and other alcohol by Friday, Aug. 22.
“It’s not set in stone,” Knash said. “We have been told before different dates before, so we are skeptical.”
Knash said that he has been unable to get his license earlier because of lack of organization with Michigan’s licensing committee.
Cranker’s made changes to the building in January including a new microbrewery, more meals on the menu and a new paint job.
“We’re really trying to get some college kids in here,” Knash said. “We’re looking to be a place where you come in and have a beer with your dinner.”
Cranker’s Brewery in Big Rapids was 10th best in that state, according to an MLive report last year. Cranker’s in Mount Pleasant has been opened since 2006 but has not pursued getting their liquor license until this year.
