Laura&#x27;s Little Burger Joint

Our annual stop at Redamak's on the way to our cottage for summer vacation did not disappoint!…read more We started with the clam strips. Everyone in the family ordered their own version of the famous Velveeta burger, and my son decided to try a banana shake this year. It was so good that I kept stealing sips! I ordered the black bean burger which was great. The restaurant was packed when we arrived, but the wait was only about 25 minutes. We lucked out and grabbed the last seat at the bar, where we enjoyed our first Oberon beer of the summer while the kids had fun playing the video games. It ended up being the perfect start to our vacation. If you're heading through the area, Redamak's is absolutely worth the stop for great burgers, fun atmosphere, and classic summer memories. Just don't forget it's cash only!

On Yelp it sounds like heaven. However no where it says s CASH only. Thankfully we had a debit card…read moreso we could get cash from the ATM but guess what? One ATM was out of cash!!!' Like seriously?! The food came out fast and the cheese curds were not bad ( nope not a Wisconsin curd since I am do live in Wisconsin and eat curds on the regular ) hamburger had 0 flavor and I hate tons of flavor. The reason it was only 3 stars because the fact you let children run in the dining area is absurd. Especially since they have an awesome jungle gym on the other side for them to play. But if you passing through like us, and have CASH , stop in and perhaps you will have more then a 3 star review.

Chili cheese dog heaven

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The Lodge

4.5(202 reviews)

23.9 mi

Always put favorite- Cassidy is awesome- the attention even when slammed is amazing! The Lodge…read morechicken is the best!!!

Aside from sometimes a long-ish wait for food, this is a solid spot in the area. Usually busy, so…read morebe prepared to wait. I did like the wait list feature that got texted to me once I checked in so that you can check your place in line! Food is quite good (and we always like the cheese curds). It skews heavy items and fried but there are lighter options if you're looking for them. I tried the bean wrap this time - it was interesting and tasty - very filling for a non meat option. Pretty good wine/beer list and plenty of soda options also. If you don't like waiting, definitely go early!

Welcome

Fried Pickle Chips

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Walt & Marie's Country Market

4.8(53 reviews)

7.7 mi

Stopped in on our way up north. Really great sandwiches. Our friends had the Cuban and we had the…read moreCranberrry Chicken. We were really glad we split them. Very hearty! Country market with local honey maple syrup and cheeses. Well worth the stop!

We have eaten here many times but have never had the pizza from Walt & Marie's. We ordered the…read moreveggie and I added sausage to 1/2. It was so very good. The crust and sauce stand on their own and the sausage was some of the best I've had on pizza.

Onion rings

Cranberry Sandwich

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Large veggie pizza with 1/2 sausage

The Brick House

4.5(114 reviews)

23.1 mi

Coming from out of town, this place is in a weird area. Felt like an up and coming area…read more But, get past the drive by and go in! The service, food and even the music (Eddie Van Halen pictured everywhere!?!) is awesome. I had the VERY best Monte Crisco sandwich I have ever had. I am kind of a connoisseur. I came for the smash burger but splurged. And I am so glad I did because omg. So yummy. Crispy, crunchy, salty and sweet. And the pain killer cocktail? The "Lillian" appetizer? Polish sausage and pimento cheese and bread? So delicious. Well worth the drive across the bridge!!

Nice sandwich place. Our sandwiches were super tasty. Fry seasoning was excellent. But, not cooked…read morelong enough. A little on the soggy side. I should have asked for them to be crispy. Friendly staff. Enjoyable stop while traveling. Side note: Benton Harbor is a little more run down than St Joseph's

Just outside bathrooms

Smash Burger

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More ambiance - so much!

4x4 Grill

4.3(25 reviews)

23.2 mi

Highly recommend 10/10 great food and service! We had burgers, chicken strips, crispy French fries…read moreand soda fountain drinks! Great taste. We'll be back.

Great service in the front. Our food came out hot. There was a little wait but worth it. Clean…read moreenvironment

Bacon burger

Steak Fajita Mac is straight

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Mushroom ‍ philly cheesesteak

Goog’s Pub & Grub

4.6(90 reviews)

46.6 mi

Food was so good. The service was excellent. Two one-person restrooms were clean. The ambiance was…read morewelcoming. TVs and a bar in-restaurant for watching sports. Sports decor was super. To top it off, it's right next to a store featuring goods that you need to prepare for having company.

Excellent service, our server was best of the best always checking in. Our cheese curds were…read moreexcellent and the food was good. If you are looking for an easy meal this is a good option!

Lenten special: seafood platter!

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The Verser w/ grilled mushrooms and fried egg

Useless Creatures Brewing

4.6(38 reviews)

21.7 mi

Great beer and the mushroom Swiss smash burger was great! Will come back again when I am in the…read morearea.

Super tasty chicken sandwich and truffle waffle fries. Definitely an unexpected highlight of my…read morequick weekend trip! There's lots of seating too -- both inside and around their back patio.

Bar area where you'll place your order. Very cozy atmosphere!

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Cheers!

Red Arrow Roadhouse

4.3(384 reviews)

39.5 mi

Short wait on a Thursday evening. Our server was kind and very busy doing her best to give great…read moreservice. The food was large portion and amazing. The chicken burrito was stuffed and so large I took one half home. The pot roast sandwich was by far the tenderest meat and oozed with cheese. Steak taco came in a set of 2 with rice. The inside was clean and tidy.

We came here for dinner over the 4th of July weekend and were surprised that there wasn't a wait!…read moreThe interior is decorated with taxidermy animals. Our kid got a kick out of it. We ordered the whitefish, which was really good, very buttery and generous portion size. The ribs were fairly tender but salty. The coleslaw was nice and I liked the potato salad the best (compared to the fries or red potato side options). My husband and was very interested in the walleye, but we wanted to mix it up. It was nice to share a little meat and fish. Our toddler ate up all the kids mac and cheese. And the blueberry fruit pie with ice cream was a fun way to end the meal - not too sweet. Service was friendly and attentive and the food came out quickly. Definitely a solid place.

The bar.

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Timbers

5.0(2 reviews)

13.4 mi

Wheelchair accessible

Kitchen open late

Had a coworker who said his favorite food is fries. I asked him where he thought had the best…read morefries. He said the fries at the casino. I knew I must try this man's favorite fries. So I went to the casino to try just the fries. They are indeed excellent fries. Definitely in my top 3 best fries I've ever had. You've gotta try them too! Service is very kind; they wished me good luck in the casino. Very fast. Very clean.

I got into town late so there weren't many options still open. I was thankful Timbers was still…read moreopen. The service was quick and the food was great! I got a warm turkey sandwich with chips and a soda. The dining area was clean. Timbers is located inside the local casino, so it would be a good place to eat while you are inside the casino.

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freedom bar and grill

3.8(20 reviews)

8.7 mi

Who knew that small town Lawrence had a great restaurant. I came to Lawrence this past weekend for…read moretheir traditional Labor Day Ox Roast festival. I had no desire to eat the carnival food. When I asked at the beer tent where to eat, everyone pointed to the Freedom Bar & Grill. I'm so glad I went. I sat at the bar and was very impressed with how clean it was. Most tables were full and so were the seats at the bar. The bartender was very nice. I noticed they had my favorite Vanilla Crown Royal, which always makes me happy when a bar stocks this. After pursuing their 2 menus - one is American fare and the other is the Mexican fare - I opted for the tamales. Boy, they were delicious. I also heard their hamburgers and pizza are very good. There is a dining section on the west side (behind the wall) of the bar, but I didn't peak in to check it out. They also have open mic nights once a month. Thank you to everyone who recommended the Freedom Bar & Grill. It was perfect!

It is a very nice clean place. The food was good. They are VERY stingy with the drinks - barely a…read moreshot worth in a tall glass - yet they are not shy about charging you good for the small amount. But where any restaurant will lose my rating is serving my food in a plastic basket with wax paper. The baskets are rarely washed if ever - no matter where you go.

Menu

The Breakfast Burger! Egg, ham, bacon, cheese, and 1/4 burger Patty.

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Menu

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Lee S.

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4

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11 years ago

I eat a lot of burgers and the Chapman is one of the best I've ever had but everything else on the menu is pretty much standard fare. The fastest I've ever been through the drive-thru is 15 minutes and have been in line as long as 45 minutes when it's busy. To end on a positive note, the staff has always been very nice. read more

Scott Y.

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13 years ago

We had to stop in to see what everyone was talking about and were not disappointed. The staff is extremely friendly and the burger was REALLY good. It's worth the wait, as sometimes the line gets really long. read more

Kyle N.

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4

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7 years ago

Amazing burgers. Not the fastest service but I definitely enjoyed the food and the place

Nicolette L.

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9

1

9 years ago

It's alright burger place, I wouldn't say it's the best around but it's not terrible.

Karla G.

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4

1

2 years ago

The food is fantastic & awalys delicious! Always receive excellent customer service!

Trevor G.

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13 years ago

Better than advertised. And it is advertised as having the best burger in Michigan.

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