With a name like Chuckwagon ... to be honest, I didn't expect much. But it turns out that you shouldn't judge a restaurant by its name, because Chuckwagon served us what was probably the best meal we had on Mackinac Island. And it was the cheapest, too! Blessed from all directions. A patty melt was on the menu, so that's what I got. I can't not get a patty melt if I see one on a menu! This one was beefy and melty, with caramelized red onions between two slices of rye bread. All of the burgers and sandwiches come with plain potato chips and a pickle spear. We also got a regular cheeseburger and bleu cheese burger. All of the burgers are served on a pretzel bun, which is not my favorite type of bun, but I wasn't eating those burgers, and the eaters didn't seem to mind. Chuckwagon has a small kids' menu (the Lil' Buckaroo's Menu), with four items on it. Your kids can choose from a pb & j sandwich, a hot dog, a grilled cheese sandwich and mac & cheese. My little buckaroo chose the mac & cheese, which I believe was Kraft mac & cheese. Kids' menu items don't come with anything additional. This is a small restaurant with limited seating. You can sit at the counter and watch the action happen, or if you're lucky, you can find one of the few tables lining the wall or located in the back of the restaurant. Either way, depending on when you visit, you might encounter a crowd! But I think it's worth it to visit this old-school diner-type restaurant. read more

This lively cafe has a varied menu with probably some of the best prices you will find on the island super friendly staff. Limited seating for sure, tight spaces along the wall and a few larger tables in the back. Found the food not too greasy and the place very clean. read more

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I was standing in line for when they reopened for lunch. When I sat down I saw a load of premade burgers that they just throw back on the griddle to warm it up and serve it to you Then the manager sneezed into his hands. Did he wash them before touching food? Nope read more

Everything you should expect from a traditional breakfast/lunch diner. From sitting at the counter on barstools watching the grill cooks prepare the food to the waitress calling you honey. Quick service, good food, and endless cups of coffee. Took one star away because they don't have gluten-free toast . (I know, I know... what traditional diner would have gluten-free toast) read more

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We ate lunch here upon the suggestion of our kayak tour guide. He said they had the best burgers on the island. I don't know if they are, but they were very good. The place is a diner and VERY small. However, we got a table as soon as we walked in. It was warm inside and cramped, but the service was friendly and quick. The guy in charge, possibly the owner, had a Bengals hat on and we immediately said "Who Dey" because we live in Cincinnati. He responded the same so I felt we had a little bond with the place. I had the Who Dey burger, which was a burger cooked on the flattop with pulled pork, onion rings, slaw, and a sweet sauce. It was very messy but yummy. My wife had the Blue Cheese burger and enjoyed every last bite. Their fries are non-traditional because they are cut in rounds on a spiralizer. They were excellent. read more

Chuckwagon - Blue Cheese Burger - Burgers Near Me - Mackinac Island, Michigan

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Service was spectacular. Food came out fast and staff were friendly. Burgers were pretty solid - can't complain. Fries were definitely worth the $4 up charge and the best part of the meal. Was hoping they had the Who Dey burger but probably out of ingredients since the season is almost over. read more

Chuckwagon - Rodeo burger with fries - Burgers Near Me - Mackinac Island, Michigan

A great stop while on the island! It is a small venue with personable staff and delicious food. We had coffee and class breakfast dishes. Service was very quick all around and we would return! read more

We stopped for breakfast right off the ferry. Small place but food was great. We sat at the counter and were able to watch our food get cooked. We had the Chuckwagon special and the breakfast burrito. But were great! read more

Really solid burger at a shocking price. $14 for a plain cheeseburger, + 70c for every extra add, so we thought we might as well order a special with toppings and condiments for closer to $16-17. Rattlesnake and olive burgers were both fantastic, but on the smaller side and served with basic Lays chips. We couldn't justify adding fries for $4 each. The Chuckwagon might be a better spot for breakfast - or just might be another case of Mackinac sticker shock. read more

Chuckwagon - Great burger and pile of sad chips - Burgers Near Me - Mackinac Island, Michigan

Delicious little burger joint! Great place to stop in after hopping off the ferry from Mackinaw Island. Service was friendly and fast and we got in and out within 30mins. Prices were a little high but probably the best you'll get on the island, which makes Chuckwagon worth it. read more

Love love the Chuck Wagon! We eat here every time we are on the island. The staff are friendly and so very efficient. The food is good and the prices , while island prices, are fair. I had the cheeseburger and my husband had the Aloha Burger, mine was good his was amazing! It was $19.00 for the specialty Aloha burger and an up charge of $4 for fries. read more

Chuckwagon - Cheese burger with chips... add a pretzel bun (comes with it ) and it is yummy - Burgers Near Me - Mackinac Island, Michigan

We enjoyed it. It was a great kickstart to our day on the island. It was busy as to be expected, but we did not wait too long and they were able to process customers in a timely manner. read more

Chuckwagon - Burgers Near Me - Mackinac Island, Michigan

Our family had a great meal at The Chuckwagon. We were able to score four seats at the counter where we could see all the action. The food was super fast and it was a great meal. I'm pretty picky with my burgers but this one was well seasoned and juicy. John (Owner? & Grill-master) came over at the end of our meal and started a conversation with our kids (ages 6&9) and they really hit it off. This lunch was the highlight of our day trip to Mackinac Island. read more

Chuckwagon - Owner John and our kids. - Burgers Near Me - Mackinac Island, Michigan

Great burgers! I tried the PB & J burger- don't let the habanero jelly scare you, it was very low heat and just a FANTASTIC flavor. The peanut butter was very subtle and it all came together to make just a delicious burger. My husband got your classic cheese burger and rated is a solid burger that he would eat again. We upgraded to fries and they were thin, not too salty and just great. The restaurant is pretty small with some seats along the wall, a few tables in the very back and some bar seating. read more

Chuckwagon - Menu - Burgers Near Me - Mackinac Island, Michigan

I'll say it...it's overhyped. Great price, but it's super basic food for what you get. I got the ham omelette with toast. The omelette was basic with the ham. The ham was incredibly salty. Cheese slices were processed cheese. The toast didn't taste fresh or good for that matter. Glad we tried it, but definitely not coming back for breakfast read more

Chuckwagon - Omelette with ham - Burgers Near Me - Mackinac Island, Michigan

The BEST burger EVER!!! We had to stop twice this trip. Can never have too many burgers. This time we tried the fries and we will be getting them again! Wooo can't say enough good things. There is a line out the door for a reason! read more

Chuckwagon - Rattlesnake burger with fries - Burgers Near Me - Mackinac Island, Michigan

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Cozy little breakfast & lunch spot. Fun to watch the chef at work in the open kitchen. Love the hamburger salad!

This is a diner-style restaurant with counter seating and you can see the cooks on the line. I ordered a breakfast burrito and as it was being prepped half the tortilla was hanging off the counter and touching the trash can. The cook also kept bumping the food with the front crotch of his jeans (no apron). I paid $20 for a burrito that I threw directly in the trash. This place gets a zero from me in terms of cleanliness. read more

Great burge, sandwich and service! Must visit for a value packed meal! Ill be back for breakfast ASAP...

In the span of 2 days on Mackinaw Island, we came to eat here 3 times (two times for lunch and once for breakfast)! The absolute best spot on the island for an affordable, consistently good meal. There's usually a short line out the door at peak times, but do not be intimidated as it moves faster than you would think! This is because the cooks move incredibly fast and it feels like the food is often ready within 10-15 mins of ordering. I recommend the cheeseburger deluxe with all of the extra toppings! Please note that the chuckwagon burger does not have cheese on top, so you have to specifically order the cheeseburger if you want that as a topping. read more

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Small little hamburger joint with a free cooking show ! Great spot for lunch! We dined in for lunch on a Monday in July! Surprisingly, there was no wait! We sat at the counter and we were immediately waited on. We split a cheeseburger with fries. The burger is served on a pretzel bun. The fries are standard frozen fries. Nothing special about the fries. The burger had good flavor and texture. The burgers are prepared in front of you on a flat top! The burger and fry show is legit! The service is great! The food comes out fast! This is a no frills experience! Just good burgers with good service! read more

Wow!! This is a must stop when in town. We actually came here two days in a row because it was so delicious. I absolutely loved the Aloha burger but everyone loved their food. Definitely try it!! read more

Chuckwagon - Inside - Burgers Near Me - Mackinac Island, Michigan

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The island is expensive but this place is great on your wallet!!! My hamburger and French fries were so good! My significant other got the patty melt and he said it was a tasty treat as well. The fries were crispy and the coke to drink was on point. Not everyone wants a fine dining experience and this greasy spoon was what we wanted! Felt like real life Bob's Burgers! read more

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Hard to find a breakfast here on Mackinac Island any better. Attention to service the "Chuckwagon Breakfast " was delicious. Tight quarters for seating but no worries when eating with family. Great place read more

What a vibe!!! I loved this place. For being such a touristy island, the place gave a sense of home town camaraderie. Everyone knew everyone and we just loved the whole experience. The food was good and the service was even better! I loved that there was a daily trivia/riddle. I would definitely go back! read more

Wanted to get a quick but good breakfast in b4 we started our day. This was the perfect place. Very tiny. They have maybe five 2 toppers... Then counter seating for maybe 10? We arrived a little after 8 and had to wait outside for about 5 minutes. By 8:40 there was a line outside so come early. It is a no frills establishment with a one pager menu. I ordered eggs over medium, crisp bacon, toast and hash browns. Everything came out perfectly done. Hubbie ordered the corned beef plate and it was yummy - not overly salty. Service was very good and quick. Tips: 1. Come early! 2. Don't sit right next to the door of you can help it... Especially in cold October. 3. Come hungry! read more

Chuckwagon - Corned beef - Burgers Near Me - Mackinac Island, Michigan

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Great diner on the island. We had breakfast here before leaving the island and it was exactly what we were looking for. Quick service, good food, reasonable prices. I had French toast and my friend had the breakfast burrito. The bacon with my French toast was exactly how I like it - nice and crispy. We were able to snag a spot without waiting but there was a short line outside when we left. Also, they close for an hour between breakfast and lunch times, FYI. read more

Chuckwagon - Burgers Near Me - Mackinac Island, Michigan

After seeing such great reviews we decided to go get in line to try them out. I popped my head in to see if we needed to check in and the next woman in the line went "hey! The line is back there!" Calm down woman, I see the line, just didn't know if we had to check in! We get to the end of the line and after a few minutes this gent comes behind us in the line. He asks us if this place is any good, he'd heard it was the best on the island. I responded we didn't know, it was our first time. He said he appreciates us being there - and he was the owner! Ha! The folks ahead of us called us through, there was room for two at the counter so we went in. This place is crammed y'all. If you have luggage it's a VERY tight spot. Shoulder to shoulder at the counter, so you really have no room for luggage. Service is friendly, and I ordered the Reuben while hubby ordered the club. Cam's club was ok, but it'd be a sad day if you messed that up. I barely ate mine. The flavor was fine, but if you're going to pile on a ton of slaw onto the sandwich, you need a thicker, firmer bread for it. The bread was falling apart before I could even get the dressing on it. Two attempted bites and I quit and just ate the pickle slices and chips. read more

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Got there early enough to get tables for 5 adults and 2 kiddos; excellent service, breakfast was delicious! Finished and got on our way so others could enjoy! read more

Breakfast at the Chuckwagon was interesting and delicious. We sat at the counter-seating is limited-and watched the cook at close range navigate the small space with expertise. He literally could reach behind his back for plates and everything else was a symphony of movement and efficiency. He worked the flattop like a conductor leading the band. Great place to hear the locals talk about the latest remodeling project and the fight at a local bar. Quite entertaining. Menu prices very reasonable by island standards. Short and to the point breakfast listings. The Chuckwagon Special-two eggs, toast, hash browns, choice of meats-was the choice of DW this visit. And it was perfect. Eggs, ham, and potatoes delicious. My choice was a little more on the sweet side. French toast made with cinnamon swirl bread and topped with cream cheese filling and mixed berries with a serving of sausage links. The French Toast was an amazing combination of flavors and sweetness. Really scrumptious. If you enjoy a sweet start to the day, don't skip this. A highly recommended spot to start the day. read more

Chuckwagon - Burgers Near Me - Mackinac Island, Michigan

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Mackinac Island was one of my favorite destinations as a child. I don't recall the restaurants being that good as a kid (although who needs lunch when you can sample fudge all day), but they've certainly gotten better in past years. We originally tried to go somewhere a bit fancier, but everything had a long wait. And so we ended up with 3 hangry kids at Chuckwagon. Chuckwagon ended up being the perfect lunch spot because it was quick and tasty - cheeseburgers are one of the few foods that my all 5 members of my house will eat. + fries of course. The staff who work here was fun and engaging and got our tummies filled fast. While the atmosphere wasn't quite as nice as what we had originally planned everyone left full and with a big smile...and ready to sample more fudge. read more

The best burger and fries, fast and friendly service. I have wanted to eat here, but the lines were always long. We walked right in today with no wait, as it is the beginning of the season. read more

Chuckwagon - Cheeseburger and fries - Burgers Near Me - Mackinac Island, Michigan

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Don't miss this gem. The breakfast was amazing and the best deal in town. We heard the burgers were equally fantastic but were so full from breakfast didn't get a chance to try. read more

We went to Chuckwagon for breakfast first thing in the morning and were able to get a table for two right away. We did however watch a family of six have a meltdown as they were trying to wait for a table for their group. Once we got inside, we learned that the family was going to have quite the wait as the restaurant is not built for large groups. It is kind of crazy to bring a big group here. We got our favorite of hashbrowns, bacon, and eggs and were very happy with the quality of the food and the service. The hashbrowns were cooked to nice crispiness, the eggs were perfect and the bacon was cooked to perfection. The team here works together in such a tight space. Part of the value of coming here to eat is to watch the well-choreographed dance that happens behind the counter to be able to serve the customer. This is one of those places where if you are sitting you should be eating. If you want to sit and chat with someone, plan on going to and get a coffee when you are through with breakfast. read more

Chuckwagon - Good food coming out of tight spaces. - Burgers Near Me - Mackinac Island, Michigan

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The best thing about this restaurant was the music. They played banger after banger. I suppose this establishment would be good for the with simple taste buds. However, for those who enjoy a more complex, sophisticated taste, I would keep on moving. Staff was friendly. This place is very chill. It gives diner vibes. read more

My pancakes were absolutely amazing. Service was quick and friendly. Free coffee . My husband's breakfast burrito was just average. Nothing exciting but it wasn't horrible either. read more

Are you kidding?! Ran into here randomly during a rainstorm and we were the only two people in there. Staff was kind and made us the most delicious cheeseburgers! One of our favorite spots to eat on the island read more

The Chuckwagon is a classic! Delicious breakfast prepared super quick while the restaurant was packed. Efficient fun wait staff.

As always it was simply wonderful. I think this was my third or fourth visit back to the Chuckwagon and it never disappoints - burgers and fries were delicious and despite the tight space in the dining area they seated our party of seven in just a few minutes and the food came out unbelievably quickly. I definitely recommend visiting every time you're on the island. read more

This is the smallest Chuckwagon I've been to, but still a great place for breakfast. You can't go wrong with a $9 Chuckwagon special (2 eggs, toast, hashbrowns, and choice of ham, bacon or sausage, and a cup of coffee). The $8 Cheese Cake French toast is a must have! It's sweet, fruity and delicious. ....| \ _ , , , - - , , _ , .../ , ` . - ' ` ' . _ \ - ; ; ; , _ ..| , a - ) ) _ . ; . ( ` - ` - ' - ' ' - - - ' ' ( _ / . _ ) - ' ( _ \ _ ) 2019 read more

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