April 19, 2009
Drive by Schmohz and go to the Hideout. If you are looking for a small brew joint of this type in Grand Rapids..... Hideout.

March 19, 2009
After leaving the disappointing Grand Rapids Brewing, I concluded my trek down Grand Rapids’ "beer street" at Schmohz. Much better. A sampler platter for 3.75, what a bargain. The beers ranged from pretty darn good to simply average, but overall there were enough offerings that would bring me back if in the area. Peanuts and popcorn were the food offerings, but that was fine with me since I was there to drink the beer. The place itself wasn’t very big and it wasn’t very crowded on the night I stopped in. Decent tunes were flowing and a pool table and dart boards were in the front of the bar. The bartender was friendly and seemed somewhat knowledgeable about their beers.

August 4, 2008
Nothing overly exciting in my opinion. The picture you see on this page is about all the place has to offer in terms of decor simple, uninteresting and almost homely - like someone’s basement, as another reviewer suggested. Compared to the other breweries I’d visited in the area, I didn’t find it as welcoming. A handful of locals surrounded the bar and the bartender was neither rude nor welcoming. Suffice it to say that I felt like an out-of-towner that didn’t belong. My friend and I sat at a table away from the locals and minded our own business. No one came to check on us or see if we wanted anything further. The beers were average in flavour (tried the sampler). Maybe it was a one-time experience but I left feeling unimpressed. I will compliment them on the variety on tap and the names of their brews - and decorative labels.

July 22, 2008
(Visited 7-5-08) I visited this place shortly before I left MI in 2006 and was highly impressed. Two and a half years later after the original visit, it’s nice to know that things haven’t changed! The building is set in an old industrial park- I kind of like the setting. Service- bartender was a guy that lives in a neighboring town that I grew up in, so it was nice to catch up on all the local chatter. Selection- 11 taps, with 6’ers and growlers to go- so many good brews, so little time. Food- free popcorn and peanuts. Overall- a hidden gem in a state loaded with great beer options. Take the time to find it while in the state, you won’t be disappointed.

July 14, 2008 [ Updated July 31, 2008 ]
Nice stop for a beer or two. The out side sort of brought back memories of Three Floyds - in a industrial park type building. Inside was comfortable, sports bar feel with free peanuts and popcorn. Quite a list of different house beers all average or above average. Nice casual beer stop.

May 13, 2008
Nice little place somewhat of a regulars bar. Diverse styles and competitive prices. Friendly people with a down home feel. Good place to stop by on the way home from work and grab a good brew.

January 9, 2008
sort of feels like somebody’s large basement, but in a good way...employees are very friendly...they have lots of beers on tap (at least ten)...on Tuesdays pints are $1 with purchase of a growler fill-up, which is great

May 18, 2007
Easy to find location near airport with a parking spot in front of building. Long building with tables in front with bar at the back with ten seats. Freindly service with a good sampler set of regulars and seasonal brews. Good drinkable brews. Snacks for the crowd. I will stop agian when in town.

January 26, 2007
Nice place, some good brews some not so good. I would recomend the Stout, the Treasure chest ESB the IPA and amber, avoid the Wizen, and the bock. Lots of regulars, so I usually get my Corny filled (stout or ESB) and enjoy it at home.

November 4, 2006
Fine brewery, not any of the greatest beer in the world, but worth a taste. The room itself had kind of a "regulars-only" feel I thought, but the selection of their beers was diverse. Worth an occasional stop-in, although I wouldn’t frequent there.