Pokemon Go! has turned into a pretty big deal since it’s launch earlier this summer. If you’re an avid player like me, and looking to catch all the pokemon, but would also like to relax and have a beer at the same time, I’ve been collecting some spots that you can do both!

Patio seating is preferred for most of these places when available, but probably won’t affect range of collecting or available pokemon. The available pokemon listed covers what I’ve seen while there, but since it appears nest and spawn rates change occasionally, YMMV. Some spots might require some wandering around the patio or bar to hit everything, so maybe bring a friend to hold your table.

Also, if you’re going to camp out, remember to drop a lure! It helps you and everyone nearby for 30 minutes!

Bill’s Beer Garden/Beer Grotto

Nearby: Blimpy Burger, West End Grill, Old Town

Stops: 3-4 pokestops depending on where you sit, and if you’re willing to walk a few paces in either direction 1-2 more.

Gym: None

Common Pokemon: Some water types and the usual city types. Saw Ghastly, Horsea, Jinx, and Drowee

Depot Town

Nearby: Sidetracks, Aubrees, Maiz and a few parks.

Stops: 2-3 while seated in most spots, but if you’re willing to lap the building you can grab 5-6 more.

Gyms: Auto heritage museum, but you’ll probably need to cross the street

Common Pokemon: Eevee, Rattata, Weedil, Pidgey, Spearow, Venonat. Might see some Nidoran, Ghastly or a Krabby.

Raven’s Club

Nearby: Mongolian BBQ, Vault of Midnight

Stops: 3-4 depending on GPS Fuzzing. I was able to collect these regularly from patio seating

Gym: With some favorable GPS movement, you can reach the gym across the street.

Common Pokemon: The usuals, Drowzee, Rattata, Zubat, and I did find a Squirtle!

Downtown Ypsi

Nearby: Red Rock, Tap Room, Smarty Catz

Stops: 3-4, depending on where you sit and ability to connect to nearby Wifi

Gym: About a block away if you’re motivated

Common Pokemon: Rattatas, Drowzee,

Ashley’s

Nearby:Nickel’s Arcade, Jimmy Johns, Red Hawk, The Diag

Stops: 1-2, maybe a few more if you can attach to some Local wifi and adjust your position

Gyms: None

Common Pokemon: Taurus, Jinx, Drowzee, Pidgey, Rattata

Honorable Mentions

Corner Brewery in Ypsi has a Gym right on top, great place to grind out for Team Mystic. But not much in terms of pokestops.

Got another place to relax, catch Pokemon, and Enjoy Michigan beer? Let’s hear about it!