A meat shop with only packaged meat? Never saw that before. Thought we would go get some nice…read moresteaks and there was very limited fresh meat, and it was all packaged. The frozen sausages just looked old. Seems like it is more of a hunter processing place than a retail meat market.

Great service. Best beef around. Steaks and prime rib are awesome. I won't buy my meat anywhere…read moreelse. Make their own sausage delicious.

When we pulled into the parking lot at Oaky's Tavern, it was absolutely packed. We figured we'd be…read morewaiting quite a while, especially since we were hoping to sit outside. We didn't end up getting an outdoor table, but we were pleasantly surprised when they seated us almost immediately. Our server was fantastic and very attentive throughout the meal. We had read a few reviews mentioning slow service, but that definitely wasn't our experience. We were 100% satisfied with the service we received. The food was delicious, and there were a lot of great options on the menu. Prices were what you'd expect for this type of restaurant, and we thought everything was well worth it. The atmosphere was fun and welcoming, and the whole place had a great vibe. We were really impressed with Oaky's Tavern and would definitely recommend it to anyone in the Interlochen area. Great food, great service, and a really enjoyable place to grab a meal.

First, we haven't been to Oaky's in ages, so imagine our surprise to see the remodel, both inside…read moreand out! All the uneven flooring is gone, thank goodness. While there is charm in old buildings with slightly wavy floors, these needed the update. Very fresh and light now, beautiful place to dine. We went a little early for dinner, so we were seated right away. By the time we left, there was a wait. We started with some bevs, the lavender blackberry lemonade was amazing, which two of us ordered and loved. Our spouses had local beers and were happy too. We also ordered the Oaky Dokie Bites, an app of little round fried bites of cornbread served with hot honey to dip. Fun food, but not sure I'd order them again. Three of us ordered the special, Fried Michigan walleye fish and chips. One subbed onion rings for fries, while I subbed tots, for mine. We were all very happy with our orders. Fish was fresh and sides were yummy. Hubby got a burger and thought it was excellent. The only downside was how long it took to get our dinners. More than half an hour, and we were early for dinner. I don't mind waiting for food when a restaurant is slammed, that is just how it goes. But we waited so long my husband actually went to check on our food, which is really out of character for him. Not sure if our order was misplaced or something else happened, but it did put a damper on the experience, which otherwise, was great. On our way out, we noticed live music going on outside, a plus worth sharing. Service was also great, except for that extra long wait.

The place is cute and clean. I got the eggs Benedict from the daily specials and it was so good…read more Food came quick and service was good. I would recommend this place, I just wish they would add eggs benedict to the normal menu!!

I've been to Dilbert's three times while vacationing in northern Michigan and this greasy spoon…read morediner has landed just right in the taste department each time. I can only speak to the Meat Lover's Skillet (sans mushrooms) as it's the best skillet I've had and the only item I'll order here for that same reason. The side of sourdough toast is well worth the carbs, too. I note this because not all restaurant toast is created equal. The most recent time I went this past weekend, our party of three easily found an open table. Our waitress was with us quickly to take orders and the food shipped out shortly afterward. The Dilbert's environment is no frills so don't expect much from its minimalist (and sometimes perplexing) wall art. On the diner's far back side, a wall concealing the kitchen is a simple (albeit huge) chalkboard displaying specials of the day. Thank you, Dilbert, whoever you are or were!

While up north, I knew I wanted to swing by Iron Fish to purchase some bottles of bourbon…read morebarrel-aged maple syrup (it's reason alone to go). My party suggested we stick around for dinner too, which I wasn't going to object to. I wasn't surprised to hear that we'd have a 35-minute wait on a Saturday. The staff was very accommodating and offered an empty room upstairs to wait and pass the time with some games. We asked if we could order some cocktails, and luckily the answer was yes. We placed an order with the hostess, and she brought those upstairs. Later, when there was a Shirley Temple spill, staff was gracious and whipped up another drink right away. Hospitality deserves five stars alone. What else deserves five stars? The cocktails of course. I had two "hotties," which were perfect with the wintry weather...and smart thinking. Who really wants a cold drink in January? The menu is simple, and much of the food is locally-sourced (huzzah). I vegetarian-ized the Christmas Dinner pizza, and it needed the saltiness/fatiness of the sausage. Still, I'll give points for creativity. Four stars. I get destination vibes from this spot, and I know I'll need to return in the summer months for the most optimal experience...but I was overall impressed with my winter trip. Five stars for Iron Fish Distillery!

Stopped in here for the third time and was still impressed. They had live music in the outside…read moreseating area and the grounds looked amazing. We only ordered a couple non alcoholic drinks and an appetizer called summer gratin which included a blended dip of zucchini, summer squash, tomatoes, onions, seasoning, parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, and served with toasted pita. This was a nice unique dish and the pita chips were phenomenal. The non alcoholic drink called cantaloupe crush was very refreshing. I always love visiting this distillery when in the area.

Food and service is great! Always have a good meal there. There are daily specials, homemade soups,…read moresalads, and a selection of desserts to choose from.

Food and service is great very comfortable atmosphere. would recommend eating at this restaurant…read moreif you were In Buckley Michigan.

Great burgers! Had the mushroom, olive (stacked high with olives), the bacon and we had the patty…read moremelt. Great service, good price. It's definitely country.

More praise for the olive burger! Great burger, but the sauce! The sauce alone with lettuce and…read moretomato would make a great sandwich. Cheese if you need it. Can recommend the club sandwich and the fried chicken as well. Cheerful and welcoming spot-even toward closing.

Tucked just off the main road in Interlochen, De Food Truck is a true hidden gem. This husband and…read morewife team serves up a unique fusion of Dutch, Asian, and Caribbean flavors, and they do it with heart. The fish dishes are a standout, the portions are generous, and the vibe is warm and welcoming! Whether you're a local or just passing through, it's the kind of spot you'll be glad you found and wish you'd found sooner!!

Great vibe, incredible service, and UNBELIEVABLE food! This food truck might be a top 5 food spot…read morein the area, including Traverse City! Super fresh, tasty and unique. Also, the various specials keep me coming back.

Great little country dinner! The service is excellent and lots of choices. But most importantly…read morethey serve breakfast all day! I got the Country Fried Steak and Eggs. My bride got the simple breakfast of eggs, hash browns and toast. Sourdough toast for both. The food came out fast, hot and delicious!

Amazing! Still as good as ever - this is our 3rd year…read morepassing through and eating at Patty Cakes - it's just that good! There is a local restaurant. We were told as we ordered that they only serve breakfast on Sundays. They took our beverage order quickly and brought the coffee and water equally as quickly. We ordered the Hungry Mans Breakfast (3 eggs, bacon sausage, hash browns and toast) and House Made Hash & Eggs (2 eggs, corned beef has and toast) (same as the past 2 years) - you just don't mess with perfection. We ordered eggs overeasy. They brought us a treat of a small cup of homemade strawberry jam for our thick cut fresh sourdough toast - this was a new addition this year (the jam) and we enjoyed it. Nothing is particularly greasy but everything is cooked to perfection. This is one of those places that just makes the quintessential breakfast (or breakfast for lunch). You will leave feel satisfied and happy. July 2023 Amazing find! Last year we stopped to get brunch as we were starving and there aren't many choices along this stretch of road. We would come here on a regular basis if we could. There are a lot of locals but they are equally as nice to out of towners. So this year on our drive, we remembered their food and made a point to stop for a late breakfast. In particular, we recalled their delicious corn beef hash and ordered it again! We ordered the Hungry Mans Breakfast (3 eggs, bacon sausage, hash browns and toast) and House Made Hash & Eggs (2 eggs, corned beef has and toast) (same as last year). We ordered eggs overeasy. The staff is attentive and ensure your coffee and water cups are full without asking. This is one of those places that just makes the perfect breakfast (or breakfast for lunch). You will leave feel satisfied and happy. Note: while they have picnic tables outside they do not serve food outside.

Bud's is tasty, and has an inviting/ eccentric/ interesting indoor- outdoor dining area with…read moredonuts, bagels, coffee, icecream, and breakfast foods. If you order something that isn't "ready made" the wait is longer than expected 30-45 min. If you're on vacation this is a great stop to read the free paper, tourist guides, or play some of their available board games. Happy we stopped to fuel up before the long drive home after exhausting our camping supply of food. Check this place out for breakfast or lunch. They have free Wi-Fi in case you need some modern technology. :)

Since the 70ś when I was a camper at Interlochen and Now every summer at Interlochen Arts Camp I…read moremostly eat at Buds. Sorry that they close at 2:00. I LOVE ALL the food!

The BEST Mexican food within 50 miles!! We have been eating…read morehere for YEARS! Mimi and Angel are wonderful people. I HIGHLY Recommend Mimi's.

What a great spot for some delicious food!…read more Service style: You order at the counter and they bring it to your table. Very fast service! I don't think we waited even 5 minutes for our food. We ordered two carne asada taco platters and pork tamale platter. The portions were generous, they did not scale back on the meat! We were very pleased with the amount of filling in both tamales and tacos. Rice and beans were also great. The red & green sauces/salsas were DELICIOUS. Red brought a lot of spice/heat, and the green brought a nice milder/medium heat. Both had excellent flavor. Chips and salsa were also very good. The atmosphere was very relaxed as well which is great for my toddlers. They loved the background music! We didn't get a picture of our food as we were just so stinking hungry, but I snatched a to go menu to share because I noticed yelp didn't have any of that info yet! We were so pleased with the price.