Welcome to Bitter Tom’s Distillery
Bitter Tom’s Distillery, nestled in Lake Orion, MI, offers a unique blend of New American cuisine with a focus on quality and creativity. This vibrant spot welcomes all, featuring a diverse menu that caters to vegan and vegetarian preferences. The sleek ambiance, complete with outdoor seating overlooking a serene creek, sets the stage for delightful culinary experiences. Signature dishes like the Rueben egg rolls and Mediterranean charcuterie board have captivated patrons, while expertly crafted cocktails elevate the dining experience. With attentive service and a commitment to sustainability, Bitter Tom’s Distillery invites guests to indulge and unwind in style.
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120 S Broadway Ste 102 Lake Orion, MI 48362 United States Hotline: (248) 690-9535
Welcome to Bitter Tom’s Distillery, a captivating culinary haven nestled in the heart of Lake Orion, Michigan. With a distinct New American flair, this vibrant distillery stands out for its exciting fusion menu and dynamic cocktail offerings. Whether you're seeking a cozy lunchtime retreat, an evening soiree, or a delightful snack during a day out, Bitter Tom's aims to please all palates and preferences.
Located at 120 S Broadway Ste 102, the distillery effortlessly blends a welcoming atmosphere with a modern aesthetic. The interior showcases vaulted ceilings and ample natural light, providing a spacious yet intimate setting. A beautiful view of the nearby creek adds to your dining experience, particularly when you choose to sit on the heated outdoor patio. With wheelchair accessibility and the allowance of dogs, everyone can enjoy this cheerful locale.
- The menu at Bitter Tom's includes a variety of enticing options, catering to both meat lovers and plant-based diners alike. Signature dishes such as the Bitter Tom's Burger and trio of sliders have garnered rave reviews, with patrons praising their creativity and delicious flavors.
- For those with lighter appetites, the Mediterranean charcuterie board and Reuben egg rolls offer a delightful taste of quality craftsmanship that’s clearly made in-house.
- The bartenders expertly mix a range of cocktails, with highlights including a strong Espresso Martini and a comforting Canadian Coffee, crafted to perfection with homemade cranberry juice and house-infused vodka.
Moreover, Happy Hour specials (offered Monday to Friday, 2-5 PM) make for an exceptional opportunity to indulge in expertly crafted drinks at unbeatable prices. Patrons have expressed their delight regarding both the drinks and incredibly attentive service, consistently highlighting the friendly nature of the staff which significantly enhances the overall experience.
In today’s conscientious dining environment, Bitter Tom's also stands out with its commitment to sustainability. They use compostable containers and plastic-free packaging, ensuring that both your food and the planet are well cared for.
Despite a few mixed reviews on service speed during peak hours, the general consensus remains that Bitter Tom’s is a promising destination bursting with charm, vibrant flavors, and a welcoming ambiance. Whether you’re enjoying dinner with friends, entertaining family, or indulging in a quiet moment to yourself, this remarkable distillery has everything you need to create lasting memories.
Join us at Bitter Tom's Distillery – your new favorite escape awaits!
Everything went well. Had lunch with my adult son. We had my favorite server Kim. On point as always. Personable and welcoming. He had the Bitter Tom's burger with tater tots and devoured it. I had the trio of sliders with tater tots, too. Delicious and creative food. Easy street parking.
We are in Michigan on Holiday for the Holidays! On our way from Oxford, family house, to Detroit, friend's house, we stopped in Bitter Tom's Distillery for a midday libation and snack. Small downtown area of Lake Orion is quaint. Bitter Tom's was toasty toasty inside and had a sleek yet welcoming atmosphere. Our Bartender was quick on the spot with menus and options. Our cocktails were exactly what both of us desired: A strong Espresso Martini and a soul warming Canadian Coffee! The rueben egg rolls were crispy and succulent, clearly made in house and a perfect snack! The attention put into this simply delicious appetizer was greatly appreciated. Thank you Bitter Tom's for a great midday reprieve from the chilly day and stress of the holidays!
Good food. Loved the Mediterranean charcuterie board. Shrimp tacos were yummy just could have used a little more filling. Service was very sweet and attentive. They sat us in the outdoor (winterized porch). Nice out there but still a little chilly considering there were many seats in the restaurant available.
Every time I have the opportunity to visit this restaurant, I leave happy. Great location, great food, great service! I love sitting outside with the "waterfall. "
Excellent food ,cocktails and service. And happy hour is more than an hour ! Always a good time
Anytime we go here it's a strange experience. The bartender was visibly hungover (I never got my Bloody Mary, but truly did not need it) The food is good, but service is always pretty spotty. It wasn't busy (three tables including ourselves, as it was a Sunday morning). The spinach dip is incredible (creamy; feta heaven). I got a hot chicken sandwich with about 421 tater tots (not complaint, just observation) *see photo- this was my leftovers.
Seated on the outdoor patio - the tables and chairs are much too small for a group of 4 with drinks, apps and dinner. Very nice view of the water. The server was great except that she put the order in all at the same time so our apps unfortunately came out with dinner. The $7 happy hour cosmos were delicious - made with their citrus vodka and I heard the cranberry juice is even homemade. I had a hard time choosing what to order, but landed on the BOB burger really because I wanted the melted cheese curds. I upgraded to the truffle fries and although they were good, I don't think they're worth the $5 upcharge making my burger and fries cost a large $21. I'd like to come back and explore the menu more - especially during happy hour. Maybe by then they'll also add some happy hour food options as well. Street parking appeared to be free.
Excellent, friendly service; manager stopped by too to check on us. Great ambiance; modern, a lot of natural light, vaulted ceilings, spacious; overlooks creek. New American-fusion menu, including vegan options. Cocktails and mixology forward; interesting bar menu, highlighting bourbon and whiskey items. Planning to return for their advertised HH menu M-F 2-5 to check out those crafted drinks and other menu options. Expected more corned beef than sauerkraut in the egg rolls. Will return for the Caesar; ample toppings and perfectly dressed. Loved the Brussel Sprouts; good caramelization, seasoning, and tangy mustard aioli. We were wowed. They earned their 5 stars.