We were driving through Lake Linden, on our way to an ice cream shop when we passed a sign off the…read moreside of the road advertising pistachio flavored frozen custard at a place called "Drive-Thru Depot". We found this to be a strange name for a restaurant, but we decided to turn around and stop by. Double the ice cream never hurt anyone, especially after a long two days at Isle Royale. As the name implies, Drive-Thru Depot is mainly drive through or pickup only. There are parking spots numbered up to 10 so the employees can bring your food out to you. You can go inside to order through a door on the South end, but it's pretty much no frills standing room only. There are a couple of tables set up outside if you're interested in eating there. While we were there only for the frozen custard, they sell a wide variety of burgers, hot dogs and other food. They also have ice cream, although it's not made in house and is instead from Cedar Crest. We got the smallest amount of custard possible, just to try the place out. Baby Frozen Custard, Pistachio ($2.50) - The baby size is a 9oz cup piled high with custard, with the swirl spilling over the top of the cup. The custard is dense, creamy and smooth with a good sweetness level. It's not quite as rich as some of the top custard places, but handily beats out most places outside of the Midwest. The color is strikingly mint green; before our first bite we were wondering if they gave us the wrong flavor. But after eating it, we found a pleasant artificial pistachio aroma on the tongue. My best guess is that this is probably some kind of frozen custard pre-mix, but hey, as long as it's churned correctly, most custards are good custards. (4/5) Drive-Thru Depot is worth a stop if you're in the area for a quick snack. While we were there, it was pretty busy with customers lining up in the drive through and parked waiting for pickup orders. Bathrooms - Single individual unisex room in the small interior ordering area.

The custard is worth the drive from anywhere. The Pistachio is my fave and there is not a bad thing…read moreon the menu !

What a little gem in the keewanaw peninsula! I grew up in Houghton and made the trek back up to…read morevisit isle Royale and before that journey explored more of keewanaw. Calumet changed but also didn't change. The ice cream place was like a little surprise! They had some classic flavors but also some interesting flavors. The staff was friendly. The decor and interior was minimal but I think people get their ice cream and walk around after. Would go back!

Top tier artisan ice cream with modern flavors in the middle of copper country? Not something I…read morewould expect, but The Copper Scoop is there to meet the challenge, churning out homemade ice cream right from the machines in the back of the shop. We arrived on a weekday evening, and although it wasn't particularly hot out, the shop was doing brisk business with customers moving in and out at a steady pace. The interior of the shop looks a bit sparse - only two tables and a non-functional freezer sit in the rather large customer area. When I first walked in, I thought the place had perhaps just opened but I was surprised to learn that they've actually been in business for a year. It's a good thing that the spartan ambiance has nothing to do with the quality of the ice cream! The Copper Scoop offer sorbets if you don't want dairy and also nut free and gluten free ice creams. Very forward thinking to appeal to a larger crowd. The only drinks available are Olipop or water, but it looks like they're working to expand their offerings. They also seem to have seasonal and rotating flavors, which makes it more enticing to visit again and again. Medium (2 Scoops), Cup ($5.5) - We tried a couple of samples before we settled on two flavors in this dish: Caramel Butter Pecan on the top and London Fog on the bottom. The caramel butter pecan is amazing. I am not exaggerating - so creamy, so rich, low overrun with no ice crystals whatsoever. It's thick and dense, staying together so well that my first scoop with my spoon accidentally flipped some of the ice cream onto the table. The caramel flavor is exceptionally rich and there's a distinct flavor and feel of butter on the tongue as it melts. There are pieces and halves of pecans mixed in that are toasted, adding a very nice nutty toasted element to the dish. This is easily in the top 10% of ice cream I've had (5/5). The London Fog is a slight step down, but it's still near a top tier ice cream. The ice cream is so fragrant that the strong citrusy spiced flavor of Earl Grey comes out just from the part of the Caramel Butter Pecan that graced the surface of the London Fog. I feel like they don't just steep Earl Grey tea leaves in the cream but instead they add additional bergamot essence, enhancing the overall strength of the flavor For some reason, this ice cream is not quite as dense as the former and it definitely feels like it has a bit more air mixed in (5/5). Both flavors are perfectly sweet - not super sweet so that the flavors really shine. Note: The flavors are quite strong. If you prefer some cream taste in your ice cream, you will be disappointed. The Cooper Scoop has some excellent ice cream and I would visit again in a heartbeat. Highly recommended if you're in the area. Bathrooms - One unisex individual room in the back. Overall rating of the food this visit: 5/5

We were here at high noon on a Saturday, and the staff were basically running to get everybody…read moreserved. Food was great. Decor was unbelievable, like something out of the past. We just happened to see it and stop, and very glad we did.

Second time in a week I've eaten breakfast here. Everything was awesome! I had the biscuits and…read moregravy and the chili cheese hash. Everything is homemade, cooked to order. Hats off to Chef Jay, and our wonderful server Sarah! Also, such a delightful setting! Never seen another place like it with its unique, quaint atmosphere and architecture. I wish I was local, this would be my regular spot!

Such a great idea to have in Calumet....it's in the central hang out spot for the kids/teens so…read morethat helps. Not to mention that they have high schoolers working. Always great ice cream! I try my best to limit myself to only once a week.....even though I think about going 3-4 times a week.

When the line is out the door - you know you arrived at a great place!…read more Food We had multiple people on our party and everyone left satisfied with smiles on their faces despite the rain. The ice cream was fresh, tasted delicious, with several flavors to pick from. The workers suggested delicious flavors that were the most popular. Their suggestions were on point. The prices were perfect as a good value for the scoops given. I had a waffle cone with black cherry and Mackinac Island fudge. My niece really enjoyed her fudge sundae. She ate it so quick we offered her another scoop. To her it was just realllllly good (and she was full off of the portion). I had the Black Cherry ice cream - HIGHLY RECOMMEND- for it had big chunks of black cherries and a nice mild cherry flavor for the base. It was rich and creamy. Mackinac Island Fudge is also highly noteworthy. It has a velvety vanilla base with thick fudge swirls that will even stick out in a scoop from the generous portions. It pairs perfectly with the Black Cherry. The workers mentioned it is very popular. Cleanliness The floor was even clean even though it was super busy. They used clean scoopers for the ice cream. The workers appeared to follow all food safety guidelines (and go above for cleanliness). They took extra time to wear gloves and go above and beyond for our peanut allergy person. They ensured an excellent experience with their steadfast inspection of ingredients. This resulted in her enjoying her ice cream without a reaction. The bathroom was clean with nice foot pedals for the water dispenser. Service All of the workers there were hard working, cheerful, and friendly. My Uncle enjoyed talking to one worker about the sports she plays. We had several questions and the answered all of them. There was not a slow moment for them (line out the door); however, they kept up their hustle and friendliness. Dogs If you bring your fur babies it appears they need to stay outside. Only service animals are allowed inside. Overall, if you are in Marquette, Michigan, you need to stop or plan on it. There is even a nice flower spot around a cow for pictures. Inside there are multiple tables in front of a wall mural of a cow pasture. Highly recommend for all parties to take the time to stop. Several instagram worthy spots for perfect photos.

Ice cream was good, not great, and hospitality was poor…read more We were the only people at the counter so not very busy on a Friday early evening. First of all, there are no samples very clearly stated by a sign in the door. Not super welcoming start. Then I opened the cheese case to check the price on a block of pizza cheese and there was no price to be found. Not on the package or the shelf. Put that back and went to look at ice cream flavors. We were seated having our ice cream when a couple came in behind us and was offered a free sample bag when they checked out. It looked like a small coffee bag but not sure if it was coffee or some sort of cookie/candy. Anyway, after hearing this my husband went past as we were leaving and asked if he could take a bag. He was promptly told they cost $3. Ahh, no thanks and we will not be coming back.

I ordered a breakfast bagel on an everything bagel. It said it came with a scrambled egg, sausage…read moreor bacon, and choice of cheese. They were already out of everything bagels, so I went with onion. The egg was not scrambled and clearly made in advance. It was round and thin. Sausage was fine. I added cream cheese, which was hardly included. The bagel also wasn't toasted, which was weird. I got a couple extra bagels to go. Overall I wasn't impressed.

Grand opening!Gloomy rainy day. Nice to be able to find a place to eat something in doors. Lake…read moreLinden is happy to have this sweet spot for good homemade bagels. after I ordered our bagels a very large line formed! We didn't have to wait very long either our food was ready pretty quick. This Italian gal enjoyed my garlic Italian bagel sandwich. Very generous potion of meat and cheese with a beautiful beefsteak tomato slice! My hubby had the breakfast bagel on a everything bagel. He said he would order again We are bringing home a couple bagels. My tomato basil will be lunch tomorrow and the cinnamon will be a snack Im sure for my hubby. We will be frequent customers. The sitting area was a lot larger than I thought it would be and I saw a stack of games maybe for future visits! FYI the bathroom is really clean.

Just what you expect from a local ice cream shop. Basics and great. Prices seemed fair and serving…read moresizes normal. Was told by several locals this is where they always go.

I loved the chocolate malt at Frosty Treats! It was a cute, outdoor ice cream shop to satisfy my…read moresweet treat needs. They had a huge selection of ice cream variations to please every ice cream lover. The workers were helpful and friendly. After one of our ice cream orders was mistakenly taken by another customer, they quickly made another malt. The only two things to be aware of is that there was a lack of outdoor seating for how busy the place was, so we ended up sitting across the street at the closed coffee shop to enjoy our ice cream. Also, the shop is cash only, so come prepared!

No food No ambiance…read more They rent out kayaks for Keweenaw Water Way-shallow small tandem that was not steady and had holes in it My ass was soaked after 2 minutes When we came back, I got flooded in my seat Not much to see but black water Very busy with boats I would advise to try something else or skip it all together Not a kayaking experience I'd do again Service was ok but nothing like we had experienced in Copper Harbor

good ice cream in a small park shop- plus it's open into the evening! jilberts and cedar crest and…read morevegan gelato

Imagine an intimate swingin' 1960s-era supper club : low shake shingle ceiling, exposed beams,…read morecircular booths, wall scum e's, etc. Ambience for decades! A widely varying menu w/something for everyone, a server as sweet as honey, and huge portions of food that is well made, a delicious blend of flavors, and served quickly. Philly Quesadilla was epic, Pasty is everything you'd hope for (good balance of ingredients wrapped in crispy thin crust. You will be glad you stopped here.

The Hut - A Gem in the Keweenaw!…read more The Hut is a very unique experience, and we were thrilled to stumble upon it--especially since dining options in the area are a bit limited. From the moment we walked in, we were struck by the quirky decor that ties into the Keweenaw's mining history. It's charming, memorable, and adds a special local touch you don't often find. My wife was on the hunt for some Lake Superior whitefish, and The Hut *delivered*. She went with the broiled preparation and couldn't stop raving about it--flaky, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. I opted for a patty melt and was equally impressed. The marble rye was perfectly toasted, and the flavors were spot on. Service was decent overall. Our server did forget my tea, which was a minor hiccup, but honestly, it didn't detract much from the experience. The quality of the food and the one-of-a-kind atmosphere more than made up for it. If you're in the Keweenaw and looking for a satisfying meal with some local character, The Hut is definitely worth a stop.

I am new to the area and had to learn the hard way about this place!…read more Let's start off by saying this place looks like a store you'd see in a zombie apocalypse movie or something..... I walked in and the shelves were practically bare! There isn't much of a choice of anything and it was dirty. However, I just needed a couple things and didn't want to travel all the way to the Walmart in Houghton so I decided to give it a chance. I walked through the produce section to get some bread and there was rotting produce sitting on the shelves. Then I went to the frozen section and grabbed one of the last containers of vanilla ice cream they had which cost $5.99... this should have been a warning sign. I asked the cashier why the shelves were so bare and she responded, "we're having problems with distributors." I now know this was a lie!! When I got home I served the ice cream with pie to my husband.... His response, "is this some cheap no name brand ice cream?" It was horrible.... It tasted like it had been left out to melt and then refrozen... Totally frost bitten with no flavor at all. Who knows how old it was!!! I threw it out and I will NEVER waste my money on anything from this store again! After talking to others I found out this was normal with frozen foods from this store.... I'll stick to econo foods or Walmart from now on!!

Staff was friendly, store is large and had just about everything we were looking for. Only downside…read morewas they had a very poor selection of wines.