Feels like home. No visit up north is complete without popping in to check on our dear friends…read morewalking in here as a kid walking in to a beloved family members house. Service is friendly. Food is delicious. Surroundings are cozy. It's just good so good.

Great longstanding family restaurant with fried perch and fries which is as Michigan as it gets.read more

Lovely little spot in Lake Lelanau. We got a table outside and took a number and a menu, then…read morehelped ourselves to coffee. Our number was soon called and we ordered our meals and paid. He had the breakfast sandwich with sausage- very good. I had the French toast made with cranberry walnut bread, it was divine. I paired mine with a mimosa, which was a touch small but still tasty. I highly recommend this cute breakfast and lunch spot.

Great little spot to grab a bite! We stopped in for lunch and since it was rainy dined inside but…read morethey had a nice outdoor area with live music too. I had The Captain - warm, melty goodness! My husband had the The Frenchie - amazing cranberry walnut bread perfectly battered and grilled, topped with a berry compote and maple syrup - so delish. Loved the laid back vibe - pick a vinyl from the house collection and ask them to spin it, or just enjoy what's playing. Friendly staff, great service. We'll be back next time we're in the area!

After shopping and walking around the streets, grabbing a bite to eat for lunch here was much…read moreneeded. We had wanted to sit on the rooftop to enjoy the views but it wasn't opening until 4PM so we didn't get to experience that. The clam chowder was on special so I ordered that to start with some peel and eat shrimp, cold- you can get them hot or cold and they were perfectly done and the cocktail sauce wasn't so strong that it overpowered the shrimp which was appreciated. My husband and I shared the trout basket and they were very lightly breaded, not greasy at all and well seasoned. My son ordered a cheeseburger and raved about it so much that he told our waitress on the way out that it was 5-star worthy. Note: he orders burgers everywhere we go so I trust his judgement . It was cooked how he asked- medium rare- and was thick and juicy to top it off. If you're looking for a spot with friendly service and delicious food- it's a must try in Sutton's Bay.

While there are several eating establishments in northern Michigan with "Boone's" in the name, this…read moreis our favorite. All have a woodsy theme going on, but the food here is the best. A very busy place, we were lucky we didn't have to wait long for a table. We wanted to sit on the roof patio, which is very popular, since there are views of the lake and the bustling street below. But be aware, there is no elevator, just lots of stairs. Worth it if you can manage it. Tables were clean and service was friendly and fairly prompt. I ordered the namesake "Boone's Burger," with chips, the default side. Hubby ordered the whitefish sandwich with a side of fries. Our son, knowing I don't usually finish my food, ordered soup, intending to finish my order, which he did, as well as his dad's, lol. Smart kid. He ordered the clam chowder, which he liked. I loved my burger, though it only came with one small leaf of romaine lettuce and one small slice of tomato, and three nice pickle slices. No mayo, so I used some of my hubby's tartar sauce, since it tasted like mayo and relish. But we did ask for more tomatoes, which our server brought quickly. The chips were a decent kettle chip, so I was happy. My medium burger was excellent! Quarter pound and cooked perfectly. I loved it. Hubby, on the other hand, wasn't really happy with his sandwich. Although the whitefish was freshly caught, he said it was dry. It was fried, so not sure how that even happened. He wasn't unhappy enough to complain, but he didn't finish it, and he usually finishes a sandwich. I'm sure they would have replaced it if he had said something, it is that kind of place. If you can get a table it is a fun place to grab a bite, especially if you can get a seat on the roof. Parking is a bit of a challenge, so drop off your party first. I highly recommend the burgers!

Hop lot has become one of our must visit destinations when the the Suttons Bay area!…read more We have been visiting for years now and what exemplifies a successful operation is one that is consistently evolving to meet the needs of people looking to eat and drink at unique venue. The bier garten is constantly voted one of the best in the conference and depending on the time of year you visit it may be filled with cozy igloos, roaring bonfires or like today, just a awesome summer vibe. The staff are always friendly, the food gets better every time we visit and the beer is delicious! And now that they distill their own spirits, my wife is even more excited to visit Hop Lot, she even bought a tee shirt on this visit which is a very rare thing for her to do. Thanks Hop Lot!

WiFi goes down and you have to wait in a 100' line to order a drink. Oh wait....if your at a picnic…read moretable outside you can scan the QR code and pick up your drink in the tent, but if you're the poor bastards in the tent you don't have a QR code to scan so go stand in the 100' line. After an hour and 15 minutes we finally started getting food. Burrito bowls had like 5 corn chips in them? What is there a shortage of corn chips? Beers were warm, and you have tables outside with not enough chairs so our only option was the tent. Every time this place gets busy it just falls into total chaos. Made a mistake coming here again.

We sat outside and it was cute. Service was good. We shared apps. The lettuce wraps were some of…read morethe best I've ever had. It hit all the marks, sweet, spicy, sour, crunchy! We also ordered the nachos. They were fine. The bacon was really good but there were only about 6 pieces, we could've ordered two of those to share between 4 people.

My Dad drives by this restaurant every week traveling from Northport to TC and he was eager to try…read morethis. We were along for the ride! I checked yelp and saw mixed reviews- I totally get it now. We sat on the back patio which was quiet and shady. The outdoor bar looked like a great spot to have a beer outside in the shade and my Dad said he probably will stop there again to do that in the fall. The food was incredibly hit or miss. Cherry burger: my husband said "as long as it isn't a burger with three sad cherries on it I bet it will be great". It was a burger with three sad cherries on it! He appreciated that they cooked it properly but was underwhelmed and agreed it was not what he expects from a $22 burger- even in a tourist town. Jambalaya: My Dad loved this even though he said it was too much rice. There were 3 large shrimp and some sausage in it as well. He is truly picky and would order again. Kids noodles: bow ties, good portion. My son loved them. Kids chicken: unusually heavy breading which was borderline burned in the frier on top of tough chicken. I had to peel the breading off for him to eat any of it. Walleye and Morels: the walleye was GREAT. Lightly breaded, moist and flakey. The morel sauce was a miss. Not much flavor and the morels- though quite a few- just weren't that good. Not the best $35 meal I have had by a long shot. The wild grains were all sage and the veggies were extra oily- seems like a seasoning issue more than anything on that plate. Overall I would go back and might even order the walleye again with the sauce on the side and see if I can sub the sides. I also had the lobster bisque and would order that again (but I would ask for bread). May the ordering and seasoning odds be in your favor!

We stopped in on the 4th of July with our two dogs and were seated right away on the patio. Our…read moreserver Amelia was EXCELLENT. She was so friendly and personable and made sure we (and our pups) had everything we needed. She is a treasure. The food came out quickly and was amazing! One of the best meals we had on our vacation.

Great location on the side patio for people watching and enjoying a nice meal and cocktails…read more Service was excellent and the salads were enjoyable.

Wren was another level experience. The menu changes with what's in season. The dishes are…read morebeautifully prepared and full of flavor. We had to make a reservation for a Friday night on Memorial Day weekend. Service was excellent. The bar seating never filled up so that's your best chance if you didn't make a reservation! It's on the smaller side of a place, but it is very cute and you can tell you're about to eat a really great meal!

We were here for our honeymoon 5 years ago (it opened 7 years ago I think) when it was a 3 course…read moretasting menu and went again for our anniversary this weekend for their 5 course tasting menu with wine pairing. Consistently so delicious and creative. I also like that they let us share (and gave two plates for us both). It was busy and they gave us a seat on the back porch after 20 min or so without previous reservations. We couldn't reach them by phone; so just went in person. Their soups are my favorite thing. I'd bathe in it. This time was celery root and 5 years ago was parsnip. They have the same base of garlic, onion, cream puréed and just know how to do it. Excellent service each time too! My husband loved the SALAD (which he had never said in his life before) as well as the wagyu steak dish and Butterscotch mousse w/ short bread cookie that was best we have ever had (the chefs step dads recipe). After that they gave an extra little snacky of peanut brittle and pop rock orange like candy. The kimchi fritters were my other favorite dish of the night. Very happy cool place.

For the last few years my family and I have been staying in the same rental cottage in off Lake…read moreLeelanau for a week in the summer and Streetside Grille has become one of our go-tos for carryout for the whole family to enjoy back at the house. First off, it's conveniently located to where we are. Secondly, their menu, though standard American pub food has more than a few options to choose from, which is great when you're trying to accommodate a larger party. They've got a few different flatbreads, several burger options (including a veggie burger), and sandwiches like BLTs, lobster rolls, French dip, etc. There are also a few salad options and of course entrees like fish and chips, mac and cheese (also available with lobster or bang bang shrimp), and several other options. My usual so far is the M-22 burger (topped with cheddar, bacon, an over easy egg, and LTO) with a side fries. Definitely not the most healthy thing on the menu but definitely quite good! BTW, on their small plates menu they have a meatloaf cupcakes which I have always wanted to try but never got around to because no one else would split them with me! So if you're up for sharing a plate, hit me up!

Always a fun stop when in Leelanau county. The food is always consistent and good. The burgers…read moreare my favorite

Try to get a seat on the patio along the water... It was closed when we arrived. We sat outside in…read morefront of the restaurant since we had our pup with us and it was a bit busy with foot and vehicle traffic. The food was very good, we started with the Chubby Mary and the chowder. We tried the garlic Parmesan whitefish and the campfire whitefish for our entrees. Both were cooked extremely well, and were flaky and tender. Included sides were a very tasty coleslaw and fries. Service was very good and the food came out hot and quickly.

The food is fantastic! The chowder is the best I have ever had. I usually also get a Caesar salad…read morewith smoked whitefish on top. In good weather, Rick's Cafe', which is a deck on the river, is a great spot to dine. Indoors, the ambiance is relaxing and nautical. The location is amazing, as the restaurant is on the Carp River, right in historic Fishtown, and the sunsets are outstanding!