Short’s Featured Beer Dinner

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating Michigan craft beer and exceptional cuisine as Zehnder’s Restaurant proudly partners with Short’s Brewing Company for a one-night-only beer dinner experience. Enjoy a specially curated multi-course menu expertly paired with some of Short’s most iconic and innovative brews. From bold hop-forward favorites to unique Michigan-inspired creations, each pairing has been thoughtfully selected to enhance the flavors of every dish. Whether you’re a longtime Short’s fan or simply love great food and beer, this exclusive event promises a memorable night of craft beverages, culinary excellence, and the stories behind one of Michigan’s most beloved breweries.

Raise a glass and experience the best of Michigan, one course at a time!

Menu Includes:

Duck Fat Popcorn

Heirloom Mesa Blue Popcorn Kernels cooked in Rendered Duck Fat with Black Truffle Salt with Parmigiano Reggiano and Fried Sage Leaf

Paired with Short’s Local Light

Duck Breast with Wild Rice Cakes

Roasted Duck Breast on Wild Rice Griddle Cakes over Braised Greens topped with Roasted Sprouts, Pancetta and a Cherry Kolsch Gastrique

Paired with Short’s Soft Parade

Pretzel Crusted Whitefish and Sweet Corn Risotto

Pretzel Crusted Michigan Whitefish over a Creamy Sweet Corn Risotto topped with Cranberry Apple Mustard Cream Sauce and Microgreens

Paired with Short’s Bellaire Brown

Coffee Crusted Beef Chuck Filet

Coffee Crusted Filet topped with Pure Michigan Porter Demi-Glace with Herb Buttered Fondant Potatoes, Roasted Broccolini and Apple, Kohlrabi, Horseradish Gremolata

Paired with Zehnder’s Gold

Beeramisu

A twist on traditional Tiramisu. Expresso and Stout-Soaked Ladyfingers, Vanilla Bean Mascarpone, Tart Cherry Compote

Paired with Short’s Chocolate Wheat

📅 Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 5:30 pm

💳 Cost $110 per person, Limit 80

📍 Zehnder’s Restaurant, Townhall Dining Room

Reservations required. Book online or call (989) 652-0450 to book or for more information.