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Birch & Maple

4.4 (285 reviews)
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Casual
Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Good for kids

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This is the Monty Christo by far the best.
Constance B.

Great view on the lake. The Bloody Mary was delicious with an egg and chicken tender added. Lyndsey our server was very attentive and gave great suggestions. The food was mixed, club was rated a 3, tasty but not the best. The Burrito.Was not very tasty wouldn't order again, the Monti Cristo was the best of the three..

Jena A.

Birch and Maple is such a cute little spot. They have a waitlist you can join online which is really nice because they are usually pretty busy. The food was delicious both times I've had brunch there. I would recommend if you are anywhere in the area!

Shay R.

Birch & Maple is the best restaurant in Frankfort, MI. I struggled to find decent food during my visit to Frankfort during my visit but when I came across Birch & Maple I made sure to dine here two times in one day. Birch & Maple is a very popular place so I highly recommend making a reservation. I was able to make both of my reservations on the day of but it was a Sunday so I assume it was a slower day. They were still packed for a Sunday but I assume Friday and Saturday are their busier days. The staff was friendly during each of my visits. My waitress during my morning visit was very kind and helped us get our reservation for dinner when we ran into issues. The inside of the restaurant is large when you take into account the front sunroom space and the back area. I believe the front sunroom space is the more popular place to be seated because it faces the lake and it has a beautiful view. For breakfast I had the French Toast Monte Cristo, it was delicious. I couldn't get over how much flavor it had especially in comparison to all of the bland food I had at other places not even a block away. I was easily able to take half of the sandwich to-go. For dinner I had the Sweet Pepper Fried Chicken, which was also delicious. The dinner portion was large enough to ensure you have some to take home. I was given two large pieces of chicken along with a fair amount of mashed potatoes and veggies. I did like the blend of sweet and salty.

Abigail J.

Everything from the outdoor setup and decorating, to the indoor decor, to the food, to the staff and service is 100/10. We really enjoyed all of our food and it came out quickly. It was such a nice and inviting environment and everything tasted amazing. I cannot wait to come back here and try more!

Poblano Cheddar soup
Janice W.

Birch & Maple has a great atmosphere. We visited for lunch on a Saturday and neither of us ordered what they are known for, the chicken and waffles, or the French toast. I originally ordered the Caesar wrap and had to return it because the chicken did not taste right. Ended up with the turkey club, which was fine, but nothing spectacular. I will say the poblano cheddar soup was great. I was a little disappointed after reading all of the reviews.

The BEST Old Fashioned
Mike M.

Menu, Service, Cocktails among the best in Northern Michigan. Stop reading and just go there!

Caesar Wedge... homemade croutons were delightful
Jaclyn H.

The food was so mouthwatering! The service was fantastic! Loved the look of the restaurant, very welcoming and serene!

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Good food great service but small portions for the price. I'd recommend the chicken and waffles.

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2 years ago

Breakfast was full of flavor. Amazing crispy eggs. The host needs to be friendlier. A little overpriced but worth it.

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2 years ago

Worth the wait! Loved the drinks and the awesome brunch. Great ambience as well. And do yourself a favor... Get the chicken and waffles!

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Excellent food. Top tier service. A little pricey, but would come back for a special occasion.

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We love Birch and Maple. Amazing food supported by even better people! A must stop if you visit Benzie County.

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Favorite spot up north! There weren't many options before birch & maple arrived! Love the Monte Cristo

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3 years ago

The food was fresh and delicious.The service was friendly and fast. It was clean and cute! Would definitely go back!

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Exceptional on every level from flavor profiles to variety to service to ambiance. Top notch!

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Fun location right across from the bay. Food was fresh and tasted house made. All in really good. Would come again when in the area

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