I love this place. I too have been coming here for thirty plus years. My father took me here…read moreevery Friday night since I was young. Great smelt and the service is great. It's not a chain it's a family.

Delicious smelt and frog legs. The service is like sitting in your aunt's kitchen- friendly and…read morequick. Prices are super reasonable and there are always enough regulars bellied up to the bar to entertain you while your food is cooking. This is a tiny little place that still feels like 1972 inside. Fantastic.

It seems like a nice place but our experience, particularly food, wasn't great. Service was good,…read moreour waiter was patient and friendly as we came as a party of 6 plus kids. What left me puzzled is food. What I loved were fries, round shaped which I thought was rather unusual and just the right amount of salt, crispiness, softness inside. That's about it though. As a main dish I picked prosciutto focaccia and while on paper it looked great, it came out very dry, almost stale, I didn't enjoy it at all. While fries were great, the portion of it was tiny. Like, 10 or 11 fries in a small plate. My partner got a chicken sandwich and it was good. Now, the kids got kids burger which comes with fries too and I swear the kids plate had double the fries compared to my side. We also got kids pasta and it was the same size as someone's pasta from our party. I mean, great value for kids menu items, sure, but I'm just not sure why adult dishes are so slim compared to kids. When they brought the check we noticed two items in it that we didn't order, which we realized after paying for it and looking at the receipt (they use portable terminals and have an option to text you the receipt). Our server corrected the mistake and refunded the difference for the two items we didn't order promptly after we pointed it out but this still left a bad aftertaste for us; we don't always look at receipts and this one would've gone unnoticed for sure, we only looked because total seems a bit too high. I also noticed that the soup upcharge on the menu is $2, but on the check it was $3. Pointed it out to the server too but she didn't do anything about it. It's just a dollar so we didn't press for it, and again, only noticed it because we started looking at the receipt due to unusually high total. Anyway, it was nice to visit, but we won't be back.

Our first time here and we were impressed. The Rueben egg roll is my new favorite way to eat a…read moreRueben. I could have eaten 20. I had a Wagyu burger and my wife had a Caesar salad. Both were excellent. I loved the atmosphere and our waitress was outstanding. We definitely will be back.

I went to Essence with friends for my birthday. I had never been there before. I had my favorites…read moreon Main Street in downtown Elkhart but Essence is now my favorite. Brad the owner/manager met me at the front door and welcome me and directed me to where my friends were sitting. The service was amazing and the food wonderful. I watched the staff take care of their customers with unbelievable care. When we left two employees thanked us for coming. Best dining experience I have had in Elkhart

This place is Incredible! The absolute best service and even better food. I was in a work trip and…read morewent to Essence 2 nights in a row that's how good it was. Such a beautiful restaurant with a date night vibe. We had the best waitress who was so kind to just chat for a bit and even met the owner. I can't wait to come back and try new items on the menu. Best food, best mocktails, best service!

Had an amazing meal! The bourbon & cherry pork chop was the best I've ever had -- perfectly cooked,…read morejuicy, and not too heavy. The drinks were great too. I was worried the cider would be too sweet, but they had several balanced options that were delicious. My dining partner got the Ruby & gold salad that was honestly one of the best we've had -- super fresh with an amazing house-made dressing. Served was very helpful navigating drinks and food based on our interests. Can't wait to go back!

Beautiful plate of salmon on wild rice with asparagus. Delicious and perfectly cooked. Quiet,…read morepeaceful atmosphere. Warm, attentive service. We'll be back!

We had the absolute best meal here! Shoutout to the amazing service from Kenzie N, she and the…read moreentire staff did an incredible job for our dinner. Nestled in downtown Kalamazoo, Brick and Brine specializes in cocktails and steaks, but they also offer a variety of menu options to fit all tastes. We celebrated my father's 70th birthday here, and it didn't disappoint. They offer a variety of spaces to fit small and large groups. We hosted 10 people in their main dining room, and it was the perfect ambiance. Their dinner rolls are complimentary, super fluffy and come with a side of black salted butter. We also started with the house salad, and I split two specials - a potatoes au gratin dish along with a dish called Jafar's Chicken. Both were incredible. I highly recommend venturing here for any occasion! Thank you, Kenzie and team for an amazing time!

Everything wife loved the meal. Service was Great meal she…read moreloved the lamb. I had the pork Chop and french onion soup.

This is a great little dinner spot in downtown Plainwell! We called ahead and were grateful they…read morewere able to accommodate our party of 8. I'm a sucker for a French 75 - their version was light, crisp, and perfect for a summer day. We had the pot of gold (lump crab) and whipped goat cheese spread for appetizers, the latter of which was my favorite. I loved the fresh flavors & sprinkle of pistachios. For dinner, I ordered the Carbonara Bucatini and it was so delicious. My brother and sister in law both ordered the filet and finished every bite. I'm an out of towner, but I'd definitely visit again!

We have eaten here many times for lunch since they have opened and tried a variety of the menu…read moreitems. My hands down favorite is the steakhouse smash burger. I normally want catchup on my burger regardless of what comes on it but between the onion jam and special garlic sauce and seasoned bacon this burger does not need it.

Three little pigs sandwich was amazing. This is coming from a guy who lives and is from Chicago. We…read moretake food criticism to another level. Get the Three little pigs sandwich, you won't regret it!

From the owner: Dine@ DayDreamer is a vibe. Eclectic eats & beats have been carefully curated with the aim to…read moreencourage our guests to just relax. Simple but sophisticated, and designed to delight with unique twists in an a whimsical environment. Eat in a shipping container, next to our pink pool, enjoy the view of our 40 ft boom box as you relax by our ponds, or in our eco deco clubhouse. Grab a few drinks, or a bottle of wine, from our little bodega prepare to unplug. Come check-in with us so you can check out for awhile.

Well I just moved here last summer and been living at The Red Roof Inn…read moreI P L. I'm 69 look 35. Cops stole my car in August. Long story. I'm a disabled veteran I served in the Jimmy Carter era. It says you're 2.1 miles away. I don't drink alcohol Mtn Dew Drop Inn #237

Great local dive bar with good food, stiff drinks, and live music on bike night and Fridays.read more

Spoke + Ivy (west Main Street, FW) - another locally unique dinning experience that deserves a try…read more Spoke + Ivy is located on west Main Street - across the parking lot from Redwood Inn restaurant, if that helps. This restaurant is set in an old building that used to house a pharmacy. It retains the character of the building via the hardwood interiors, tall ceilings, large window views of the street and concrete/industrial ceilings. The interior is nicely decorated with inviting green, brown wood and black accent colors. Table settings were very attractive as well. You can park in the small side lot or on the street. Reservations are easily made on line. The team is very friendly and welcoming. All set the stage for a fun and relaxing dinner experience. Spoke + Ivy has a very small food and specialty cocktail menu. This is the second time we have been here. Each time we found the food to be delicious and the cocktails are uniquely designed. Here is a run down on the food items we ordered: -Focaccia Bread: a mildly sweet, dense/firm bread, slightly airy with a touch of herbs to accent. It is cut into blocks so it is easier to share. The vodka sauce is thin in consistency with a smooth Italian seasoned tomato appeal. Both make for a deliciously simple starter. -Lobster Roll Rangoon: decided to give this a try. It comes out as one large Rangoon - not individual pieces. This means that you must awkwardly cut this shareable into pieces. The slightly crispy & oily wrapper is similar to most crab Rangoon pieces. It has a nice crisp. The inside has shredded pieces of lobster. It was not filled with creme cheese sauce like traditional rangoons - just plain. The green lemon parsley sauce was simply outstanding! It's very fresh, moderately thick and has a slightly tart taste. This added "the sauce" to what the inside of the Rangoon was lacking. -Milanese: nicely breaded chicken that was very moist. The breading is slightly sweet. The fresh bed of arugula salad is a nice add -Prime Rib Pho: this sounded really interesting. It's a smaller/healthier dish. The medium rare prime rib was sliced thin and tender. There wasn't many pieces of prime rib in this dish. The add-ins were fresh and much like you would expect from a Pho dish - just not as much volume. The broth has a chili oil base that gives it a spicier flavor. Overall we really enjoy this relaxed atmosphere and character of the building. The delicious food and cocktails are excellent.

This is the restaurant on the MAIN level, NOT the speak-easy in the basement. We were there at 5:30…read moreon a week night. We were seated in a very awkward corner table for two where the tables were really close together. Since it was our Valentine's celebration, I would have been uncomfortable with the tables next to us having people at them because it didn't give you any privacy or space for private conversation. We did not get drinks or appetizers. Our meals were very good (salmon and chicken). The server was good but didn't refill my water and that' a big deal to me. Also, it's supposed to be an upscale place and they were out of paper towels in the bathroom. I feel like that is just basic service they should check on regularly.

Wow! These burgers were wonderful! Very flavorful, and you get what you pay for, a big, juicy,…read morestacked sandwich cooked to perfection. Little crunchy edges, and juicy in the middle. They weren't stingy with the toppings either. Homemade chips, juicy burger, good size portions - and VERY reasonable prices - couldn't be better. Now, our waitress Kayla was wonderful too! Kayla laughed and smiled with us, knew the menu, and her service was wonderful! If you go there, ask for her! We ate outside on a beautiful day on the lake. Just a fun, nice place to eat!

We had a great visit to Flippin Cow. The service was wonderful, the food was excellent, the…read moreatmosphere was relaxed and the location on the lake was a highlight. It was one of the better restaurant experiences that we've had recently. Located a mile north of the Indiana Toll Road, we found this place based on a search knowing this area was where we wanted to stop for dinner on our traverse to Chicago. It looked like a fun spot from the description and was certainly something different. An additional consideration was that we had our 21-month-old granddaughter and needed a place where we could so find something that appealed to her. Burgers are usually a good bet. The location on Simonton Lake was beautiful. It facilitated a treat before we ever stepped into the restaurant. There was a family of swans on the water with the parents and their six cygnets. They were indeed fun to watch. The lake created a wonderful setting from the outset. Upon entry, we were greeted by the friendly staff and were accommodated with a booth in the main dining room quickly. Our waitress, Kayla, attended to us right away and did a terrific job. We were well cared for during our visit. The food was delivered in a timely fashion without undue delay. We started with an order of Onion Rings, which turned out to be a great choice. They were crispy with flavorful breading that was not so thick as to be overwhelming. We also tried a couple of cocktails. While we like a glass of wine with our meal, we're not really cocktail people. But these intrigued us. I tried the Peach Sangria, which was very good. My wife had the Jameson Ginger Sparkler. Jameson and Ginger Ale has been a favorite of hers since we experienced the Jameson Factory tour in Dublin several years ago. This concoction was a nice take on that theme. Both drinks were "dangerous" because they were so tasty that you didn't notice they contained alcohol. In spite of the fact that this is primarily a burger pub, we found two salads that intrigued us for our mains. One was actually in keeping with the theme of the restaurant, as my wife had the Flippin Burger Salad. As the name suggests, it featured burger on greens with her choice of honey mustard dressing. She shared that with our granddaughter. They were both happy with the choice. I had the Flippin Whitefish Salad. The fish was nicely done and it seemed appropriate since we were by the lakeshore. I found it to be quite satisfying with the raspberry vinaigrette dressing. Unfortunately, they no longer make their Mango Chardonnay Dressing that used to accompany this salad. I've never had the chance to try it but it sounds like they should consider bringing it back. The total for our meals with food, drinks, tax and tip was $68. At $34 each as well as having enough to feed a toddler, we were very happy with this given the experience. We'll look forward to a return visit now that we know this place is there.