Who expects a great Mexican restaurant on a small island- but we have it on Drummond Island. This restaurant just keeps getting better and innovating. The birria tacos and ramen are my favorite. Korean tacos are a family favorite. Can't go wrong here. read more

Really really tasty and crispy! Rice and beans delicious. Awesome service. Ambiance one of s kind. read more

Esther's Authentic Mexican Cuisine - Beef taquitos w rice and beans - Mexican Near Me - Drummond Island, Michigan

Lovely And quirky Mexican place with exceptional food and decor. Staff are super friendly and the breakfast is tasty and delicious. Who would have expected food that good on a strange little island in the UP? Excellent choice. read more

Great food & service! It's a great place to eat outdoors and enjoy the Fall weather. If you like authentic Mexican food be sure to give Esther's a try. read more

Amazing Birria tacos!!!! Absolutely legit Mexican food in the U.P. I lived in San Diego for almost 2 decades, have worked for months in El Paso, Tucson, Yuma and the Rio Grande Valley and Esther's could flourish in all of those cities. read more

Pretty much the only place that was open in early September. I loved the outdoor seating, gallery, gift shop, decorations outside & photos inside. Inside was small and cute. Food hit the spot before the drive back to main land. Very friendly staff & took good care of us. read more

Another wonderful meal after kayaking. Esther's was the only place we ate while on Drummond. That says it all. read more

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It's a dining option that exists where few others do. Food was kind of meh. Cool atmosphere. Friendly service, but super slow. After an hour of waiting we just asked to get it to go so we wouldn't have to wait yet another hour for the next ferry. This was when the very small indoor seating was not full and no one dining outdoors. I'd really hate to see when they're busy. read more

Bad food. Truly terrible service. The kind of place that charges for chips, charges to use a credit card and has a gift shop to take your money while you wait forever for them to make your food. The low quality of service would be redeemable if the food was good but it's not. The salsa has no flavor. It tastes like runny tomato sauce. read more

This place is delicious. Just eat here. Everything is freshly made and fantastic. They are accommodating and the decor will make you smile. The place is filled with good cheers. Loved it! read more

Very yummy! Great portions! Stopped based on a recommendation from our Airbnb host. We sat outside on a beautiful day. @5p it started hop'n! Great service too read more

Come hungry because the portions are huge!! Little disappointed that they dont have Margaritas but the food and service made up for it. Chalupas read more

Esther's Authentic Mexican Cuisine - Shredded Beef Chimichanga - Mexican Near Me - Drummond Island, Michigan

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Thanks to Yelp - stopped here with the family for dinner and was not let down. Quirky little place off the main drag with fresh, flavorful food. Expect a bit of a wait if it is crowded, but definitely worth it. Try the chalupas - fresh, fluffy and decadent corn masa "shells" with flavorful chorizo and refried beans. Request a side of cilantro for an extra burst of flavor. Mini nacho supreme was also a winner. Great array of authentic desserts as well. Our top spot on Drummond! read more

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The food here was great, the prices just a bit too high. The service was good but nothing to rave about. Of course they were super busy with Jeep the Mac/spring migration weekend, but that should just make folks smile more - (nice tips). Back to the food - there was no place for the 4 of us to sit when we arrived so we opted for the very festive lunch counter. Our server gave us menus and one salsa and one chips (mind you had we come as separate couples we would have our own chips/salsa) everyone could not reach: and they were delicious. We asked for another basket and salsa yep $4.50!was added to the bill ?! Next we ordered pop and iced tea - iced tea free refills - pop $2 a can (yikes) should have ordered the tea! Next I got 3 enchiladas, red sauce, beans and rice if I remember it was $12.99 most items on the menu were $11-14 even tacos. I did also get a 2oz side of guacamole for $2.95 but my chips were gone....glad I don't ask for a refill of chips at this point I'm sure that would have been another $4.50. Hubby got the chimichanga which he said was also delicious. I think it was $13.99. It also came with rice and beans. Our Mexican lunch for 2 at the counter was about $42 with tip. The decor is amazing, clean and unique. It is very colorful and festive. It is small inside which adds to the ambiance. They also have outdoor seating when it warms up. read more

Esther's Authentic Mexican Cuisine - Mexican Near Me - Drummond Island, Michigan

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You must travel thousands of miles to find food as authentic as Esther's. In addition to the flavorful food on offer one must remember to save room for dessert! Flans and the Fried Ice Cream Ball are my favorites. Highly recommended!!!! read more

The people here are both amazing and the food is both authentic and delicious. Don't leave the island without stopping in to eat here.

Very skeptical about a Mexican restaurant on Drummond Island but was very pleased and surprised. Had the wet burrito which was great. Wii definitely stop by again. read more

Great food and service! They were super busy but they kept up well. Portions are big and I was thrilled by so many vegetarian options. Will stop here every time we are in the area! read more

Never-in-a-million-years did I think I would be able to have fresh, AUTHENTIC, Mexican food on DRUMMOND ISLAND of all places. BUT I did just that when I went to Esther's. Please make sure to stop here and appreciate this place. read more

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The rice, while not very Mexican, was really tasty. Tacos are $2 on Tuesday's, which was good since there was no kids menu. The kids had a taco and a side of rice for $4-$5 so it worked out well. I had taquitos which were huge and made with chunks of chicken instead of shredded which was different. My husband had chilaquiles which he said were tasty but more like nachos. Probably the best place we ate in the island and we were here for 5 days. read more

Great food, atmosphere, and customer service!!! Esther's is a very comfortable setting to sit due and eat at.

Meh just ok! Not sure if the blond sister waitresses were deaf or just rude. Slow to respond to refills, payment etc... Food taste like taco bell. Portions good but meat tasted mushy and not fresh and overly salted. On the good side, guacamole and salsa adequate. read more

Great food! Chimichanga was amazing best I've ever had. Who would have thought Mexican food this good on Drummond island. A must try when on the island . Unique decor and style. Outdoor seating was perfect on nice Michigan evening. Both inside and outside where pretty full. read more

I got the wet veggie burrito and it was sooo delicious!! The staff was so nice and attentive and we even got to talk to the owner Esther who was so delightful and told us about the restaurant and how she got it! The restaurant inside and out was very entertaining with all the decor and fun signs that will keep you interested! 10/10 would recommend to stop in for a bite if you live here or just passing by for a trip! read more

Esther's Authentic Mexican Cuisine - Wet burrito - Mexican Near Me - Drummond Island, Michigan

Fun decor with lots of crazy signs that will start you laughing! I had shrimp fajitas with medium spice. They were pretty bland but well prepared and I spiced them up at the table with hot sauce( lots of different choices at various tables). My dining partner had the rajas wet burrito with verde sauce. It was large and filling and he would order it again. Think of a chile' relleno stuffed into a large tortilla with corn, rice, and chicken... The only thing lacking was a cold beer or margarita! read more

Esther's Authentic Mexican Cuisine - A sampling of the entertaining decor!! - Mexican Near Me - Drummond Island, Michigan

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As family run Mexican restaurants go, this is a Gem! How it came to be on Drummond Island I have no clue but the islanders are the better for it. My shredded beef Chimichanga was as good as any I have ever had. My wife loved her wet burrito. Give Esther's a try, you won't be disappointed. read more

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Great authentic Mexican food!! My favorite place to eat on the island...great service and prices! read more

Esther's Authentic Mexican Cuisine - Mexican Near Me - Drummond Island, Michigan

HORRIBLE service. our waitress was so rude to us and brought the bill before we were even half way done with our meal. Don't waste your time going here. read more

Nice menu selection. Prompt service. Fresh salsa. Sat outside and enjoyed the casual Mexican music. Definitely will return to try other menu items. read more

We've been there at least a half dozen times and never left disappointed. We go there whenever people come up to the U.P. for a visit and they're always impressed. Portions are very generous (bring your appetite) or order off the lunch menu. The smothered shrimp burrito was awesome. read more

Esther's is good food. Not just "Drummond" good or "UP" good; but dang good Mexican cuisine. Esther toils behind the scenes to make authentic, reliable, and high-quality food that's the best around. Perhaps not worth a trip to Drummond just to get; but if you're on the Gem of the Huron, certainly stop in. Some generous opening hours and a quirky sign- and bobble head-laden restaurant is welcoming. You'll be greeted by good service and great food. Esther's also does take-away, so feel free to grab a taco to eat on the beach. Eating in or to-go, Esther's is likely the best food in Chippewa County. read more

If you are ever on Drummond Island, make sure that Esther's is on your must try list. Please note, Esther's is run from a cute little food trailer and seating is outdoor under a nice canopy. If available, make sure to try a fish taco or two - they are just plain awesome. Everything is authentic and Esther is such a gracious host and chef. read more

No longer a food truck and now a great sit down and take out restaurant! Probably the best food on the island for the price - try the Mexican tacos (cilantro, onion, queso, meat, lime), they are so much better than the standard American. Those, and the burittos, are my favorite here, but I have never been disappointed. Great service, delightful, kind owner. read more

Yummy, yummy. Just ate fish tacos at Esthers. It is our new place for fish tacos. Nice atmosphere, lovely waitress. Ate way too much, but enjoyed every bite. Be sure to give them a try. read more

You won't find Mexican food this good anywhere else in the U.P. Authentic, flavorful, a great place to eat. We never miss an opportunity to eat there. When we first discovered it, she was cooking out of a food truck and it was amazing. Now that she has a brick and mortar presence, it's even better. The restaurant has a lot of character; great atmosphere and even better food. She has the best carnitas wet burrito I've had a in long time; even better than I've had in San Diego. You won't be sorry. read more

Great fish tacos, burritos and quesadillas! Make sure to visit on Saturdays for seafood nachos!

They take credit cards now and it rocks bikers it's good located on the way coming from the ferry on the right just before town

Esther's is in a better location and has more, and now indoor, seating than she had when she worked out of her trailer. She will leave out the cilantro on request or will do milder or hotter seasoning. When you sit down a basket of fresh tortilla chips and dish of salsa are placed on the table. A refill is $2.95. Esther has advertised her pies so we ordered and the next day picked up our huge and beautiful apple pie. It was delicious - but the apples were still hard and crisp - even more delicious after it was baked for another hour. The restaurant has a fun and friendly vibe. Esther's is closed Sunday and Monday. read more

Service was ok. Nothing like Mexican town in Detroit! More like a lower version of a Chipolte's. Started with chips and salsa. Chips not authentic chips, they were red, green & yellow. Salsa was low grade Pico de gallo minus cilantro & lime juice, not much flavor. I had wet burrito. Very little shredded beef, mostly filler of beans & rice. Flavor was just ok. Husband had taquitos, again not much flavor. When he asked for a mild red sauce he received a small side of sauce that they had heated up. Also if you want more chips n "salsa" expect to pay an extra $5. Usually one portion of chips is more than enough however, after ordering we sat for 1/2 hr, so we asked for more chips. We go to Drummond every year & will make sure friends & family go to the others restaurants on the island that are much better. read more