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    Back Door Saloon

    4.0 (119 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Chicken caesar wrap with sweet potato fries
    Cristina B.

    I've driven by this place countless times ... never been. Not sure why because the food always smells AMAZING. All it took was smelling some delicious food on a walk with my dog that I knew I had to stop in for dinner at the saloon! We ordered a carry out on a slow day in October (Carry out isn't always available during the busy season) and the food was made prompt and fresh. My boyfriend talked to some workers and everyone was friendly and welcoming, making him feel like he was already family. Because we didn't bring much food for our quick overnight trip at our cottage, we ordered a little bit of everything. The reuben egg rolls were fried perfectly. I liked that they were cut into a reasonable size, making it easy to share with a group. For dinner I opted for a chicken caesar wrap. Boyfriend surprised me by getting me sweet potato fries for an additional charge. I loved that it came with a cinnamon butter dip. I was so surprised and so happy! It was DELICIOUS. Boyfriend got the goldielocks wrap, which came with crispy chicken vs grilled chicken in the chicken caesar wrap. I preferred the crispy chicken, but both were great! Total was about $50 for the two of us. A little pricier, but still enough food for at least two meals. Will definitely be back again!

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    Jason M.

    Super fun and convenient dive bar just off of Houghton Lake has great burgers and a huge bar. We ate here on a warm summer night and it was worth the 30 minute wait. The staff was really helpful and the food was great. I had the mushroom Swiss burger and my son had the Santa fe steak salad. Both were awesome, and so was the pretzel and cheese sauce. They have a small deck and many views of the lake plus TVs with sports or NASCAR. They do allow kids, just not at the bar, plenty on the menu for them If you are looking for something to kill time waiting for a table, cross the street to the amazing park on the lake. Great views of the water and it has a nice pier. We would for sure eat here again

    Nichole M.

    What an eclectic place. Definitely a party spot on the weekends you can just tell. Had to wait until 11:00am for them to open but it was totally worth it. I enjoyed the egg rolls and spicy bloody mary that have been reviewed by many before and they did not disappoint. We Sat outside eon the patio. There was some road noise but the view was worth it. Loved looking at Houghton lake. There were booths inside as well but it was a beautiful day to be outside and our waiter Toby did an excellent job checking in on us, getting our drinks refilled quick and being quick to all our questions. My husband had the burger and was also happy with the meal. Very affordable and a comfortable spot to stop in at. Accessable without steps unless you want to sit on the roof that has atairsm women's restroom was only one stall. Yikes.

    Brisket Egg Rolls

    This place is pretty cool!!! Overlooking Houghton Lake, old rustic feel!!! Service was fantastic and friendly!! The brisket egg rolls were amazing!!! I had a burger cooked perfectly, was delicious. My wife had the yum yum shrimp bowl also said it was delicious!!!!

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    1 year ago

    Food comes out fast. Decent bar food options with daily specials. Tables next to the window have a view of the lake.

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    9 months ago

    Great place! Food is always good! Not typical bar food menu has that but more! When busy can be a little slow but worth it.

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    This was great. Food was served so fast and had great flavor. There were 8 of us and we all had good food. Very happy.

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    2 years ago

    Great place to watch the game. Good food and Toby did a great job behind the bar. Definitely a fun spot to stop in on vacation.

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    Thanks so much for the great review, Terry!

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    3 years ago

    There's something about this place that makes me like the atmosphere at a few other bars in town better. The food was pretty good though.

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    2 years ago

    Great food and really nice people! Went to the lake on vacation and stopped here with the family. Highly recommend.

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    3 years ago

    Fantastic food and drinks! Philly nachos are really good!! Great place for dinners or snacks!

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    Thanks so much for the great review!

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    The Fox Den Restaurant - Sirloin Steak Quesadilla.  It was about a pound of deliciousness.

    The Fox Den Restaurant

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    I started with a French onion soup. Kristie said it was on the sweeter side. She was right and it…read morewas very good. We had the MI version of surf and turf. Rib eye & Walleye CAB. The fish was pan seared to perfection, the rib eye was cooked excellent. The CAB sauce was very good and complimented the steak and fish very well. We got the sauce on the side. Service by Kristie was excellent. You need to find this place and come here. It off the main drag, but well worth it.

    I went to the Fox Den restaurant with my wife and some neighborhood friends. I ordered the prime…read morerib and my wife the spinach artichoke chicken. The prime rib was old and cold. The fat was as white as paper. The meat cold to the touch. I asked the waitress to have it warmed. When it returned it looked much better and was the right temperature and appearance. However, it was terrible. The meat tasted old and had a tinny taste to it. My wife absolutely enjoyed her chicken dish and we enjoyed out meal with friends. When I paid the bill I let the waitress know that the prime rib didn't improve and was terrible. She apologized and gave a small discount on the bill. Unfortunately, this is the second bad prime rib I have gotten at the Fox Den. I am not picky and just want consistency in a restaurant. For over $30 you have a consistent product or don't offer that item. Since you advertise it as a restaurant specialty you should really stand behind the quality a little better. Maybe offer to replace it with a fresh cut. Overall, I am sure we will go there again, just not as often. PS I commented on one of their ads on Facebook and they deleted by comment without a response. Mistakes are made, own it and improve on it.

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