Credit Interlochen Center for the Arts
The Iron Pig Smokehouse in Gaylord and Friske’s Farm Market in Antrim County have repeatedly defied health and safety protocols during the pandemic despite enforcement from their local health department.
After refusing to close during the state’s “pause” on indoor dining, the Health Department of Northwest Michigan has fined The Iron Pig Smokehouse and ordered an Emergency Dining Room Closure.
The Iron Pig’s food and liquor licenses, which are issued by the state, have also been suspended.
Representatives from the restaurant couldn’t be reached in time for publication, but they remain defiant in a message on their social media.