HOURS
Bar + Restaurant Open to the Public Hours
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Closed Monday + Tuesday
Wednesday thru Sunday
Noon – 10 pm
Except Private Events
Sunday 8/30/26
CLOSED FOR PRIVATE EVENT
Monday 8/31/26
Restaurant Closed (regularly scheduled)
Office Hours 8a-noon, 1p-5p
Tuesday 9/1/26
Restaurant Closed (regularly scheduled)
Office Hours 8a-noon, 1p-5p
Wednesday 9/2/26
Restaurant Open Noon-10pm
Free Wacky Wednesday Karaoke 7p-9p
Office Hours 8a-noon, 1p-5p
Thursday 9/3/26
Restaurant Open Noon-10pm
Office Hours 8a-noon, 1p-5p
Friday 9/4/26
Restaurant Open Noon-10pm
Office Hours 8a-noon, 1p-5p
Saturday 9/5/26
Restaurant Open Noon-10pm
Office Hours 8a-noon, 1p-5p
LIVE MUSIC Craig Turner 7pm – Get Tickets
Sunday 9/6/26
CLOSED FOR PRIVATE EVENT
Monday 9/7/26
Restaurant Closed (regularly scheduled)
Office Hours 8a-noon, 1p-5p
Tuesday 9/7/26
Restaurant Closed (regularly scheduled)
Office Hours 8a-noon, 1p-5p
325 E. Front St.
Suite 118
Buchanan, MI 49107
The Loading Dock is Southwest Michigan’s newest event venue.
Located in Buchanan, MI, The Loading Dock holds up to 475 guests, in a historic art deco-meets-industrial-design space. Formerly Clark Equipment Company, The Loading Dock reimagines romance and history in one location, with a cocktail bar and lunch menu that embraces historical charm and modern taste.
Book your tour today to see how this venue can become home for your next corporate meeting, gala, party, wedding, or other special event.


















Parking for The Loading Dock is accessed via Front Street in downtown Buchanan. The main lot is on the west side of the event building, between the duck pond and The Loading Dock.
The parking lot will close to the general public 3 hours prior to event start times, with the lot open to event guests only. The lot will reopen to event guests only 1 hour prior to the event start time. Chunk’s traffic must use 3rd Street/Skyline during events at The Loading Dock. Please check The Loading Dock’s Facebook page to see updated day-of parking information.
The overflow lot is to the north, past Chunk’s Ice Cream. Refer to parking map provided for further information and details.
The City of Buchanan also has several public lots available for event parking.
The parking lot next to Citgo to the south of The Loading Dock is not event parking for The Loading Dock.
As a courtesy to our guests, The Loading Dock has a contract with SOPHI Mobility for valet and/or parking services, which clients may add to their booking for an additional discounted rate. Inquire at time of booking.
Follow us on socials for daily updates and progress reports!
Facebook: @theloadingdock (link)
Instagram: @theloadingdock_michigan (link)
X: @TLDVenue (link)
Thank you so much for opening The Loading Dock to us and helping make today so special. Your venue was absolutely perfect, but even more than that we are so grateful for everything you did behind the scenes to make the day a success.
Jen I.
What a great event and such a pleasure to work with you. If you have not made it to The Loading Dock in Buchanan you are missing out.
Thomas J.
Run don’t walk to The Loading Dock and try their new Loaded Tots 10/10 and that Cherry Pineapple Pie is so good!
Kristen W.
Fridays clearly call for pies & the prettiest adult lunchables
Elizabeth J.
Well, I finally made it down to The Loading Dock for dinner and it did not disappoint. First of all I will definitely be going down to watch my beloved Chicago Bears on that awesome TV and other games. The chicken salad on croissant was absolutely delicious and the caprese was so delicious! I can’t say enough about the great venue. The place is amazing and you definitely need to check it out! What a beautiful place to hold your event. Looking forward to many return trips!
Kelly F.
Your pies are incredible! I had the snickers, blueberry cream, and the coconut. All are over the top delicious! Love your place 🩷😎🩷
Janie R.
You are doing a fabulous job of breathing new life into our community. Thank you deeply for your dedication to a vision that very few would have had the courage to realize. And kudos for honoring Buchanan’s past as we move forward. 🙏😊 Brought in a friend from Grand Rapids. I tried the PBJ, he had the Caprese. Yum 😋 to both! Service was great! Thanks again for providing such a wonderful, welcoming, affordable place for us to introduce friends and family to Buchanan! ♥️
Louann G.
Can’t wait to play there in February!!!!!! Ya’ll have done an awesome job!!!!
Johnny L.
They rehabbed an old famous building in town with a full kitchen and bar. Plus the Audio/Visual is amazing, world class. We are lucky to have both of these here in Buchanan. This isn’t an advertisement, this is from my heart, the people are extraordinary.
Dennis M.
Awesome Band
Mike S.
Amazing service, sippy treats and snacks
What a wonderful evening with everyone
What a great place! I can’t wait to see what comes out of the comedy club collaboration! Super excited for that and can’t wait to try more things!!! 5 stars!
Jonney B.
Patricia R.
I am a firm believer in Maya Angelou’s quote, “People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel”. Our day was absolutely amazing. From the first time we came to view your space, through communicating with Anna and your team about planning, to walking into the building and seeing the graphic welcoming our team, we felt honored and welcomed in your space. Helping to bring in bags, coming and checking on us, and you letting me know to “just ask”; I will get it, was such a great display of hospitality. While one of the other spaces we have used before was on the lake, it could not compare to the treatment we received from you and your staff. My only regret is that we did not get a group photo in front of the screen as a backdrop…but next time🤩. Thank you again. We will be back at it on the 26th.
Had the coconut cream pie today, as good as chocolate cream! Oh so so good!
Judi J.
Just wanted to send a quick message to say thanks again for having the band out last weekend. The guys had a blast. You’ve got a beautiful venue and a great staff. We really appreciate the opportunity!
Eric
What a fun event! Food was delicious, awesome service, decor perfect
Leann F.
We loved it.
Jackie L.
Everything was great!
Kristen W.
Delish! Thanks crew!
Lori W.



















