Sleder’s Family Tavern, Since 1882
November 17, 2022
In Memory of Brian Cairns
July 24, 2022
On behalf of the Cairns, Cox, and extended family within Sleder’s Family Tavern, we are saddened to share the news that our patriarch Brian Cairns at age 82 passed away on July 14, 2022. Brian was an extraordinary husband, father, step-father, grandfather, businessman, mentor, and dear friend to many. Brian and his wife Deb purchased […]
Sleder’s in the News: “In A Post-COVID-19 World, Will The Moose Ever Again Be Smooched?”
August 2, 2020
Inquiring minds want to know: Can we still smooch the moose? The following article by 9&10 Brighid Driscoll, 9&10 News digital journalist, first appeared in the GTPulse July 20, 2020. See the original publication here. GTPulse: In A Post-COVID-19 World, Will The Moose Ever Again Be Smooched? Yes, Sleder’s is open and serving guests who […]
Open for Dine-In, Al Fresco, Carryout, and Curbside Pickup
June 6, 2020
Following Michigan’s Safe Start Plan for Northern Michigan on May 22, Sleder’s welcomed its first al fresco diners on the patio and poured its first draft beers at the 138-year-old bar since March 15. Then on May 30th, Sleder’s welcomed back it first indoor diners! While we operate at 50% capacity per Michigan’s Safe Start […]
Slow and Steady Wins the Race: “Northern Michigan restaurant owners excited, but nervous heading into Memorial Day Weekend”
May 23, 2020
Sleder’s Family Tavern, Michigan’s oldest, continuously operated restaurant, established in 1882, is featured in May 22, 2020 article from The Oakland News as Northern Michigan’s Stay and Home Order permits restaurants to open for indoor dining at 50% capacity. The newspaper’s interview with Sleder’s owner, Megan Cox, highlights Sleder’s slow and steady approach to reopening: […]
Chuck Brodsky in Concert, October 27
September 30, 2019
Sleder’s Family Tavern is pleased to announce Chuck Brodsky will perform on the porch Sunday afternoon, October 27th at 4 p.m. Chuck is a storyteller, a songwriter, a troubadour, and modern-day bard. His wit and irony, down-to-earth warmth, and quirky, rootsy, finely crafted songs tell stories of oddball and underdog characters. His songs celebrate the […]
