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    Manley's Fish Market

    4.5 (53 reviews)
    InexpensiveSeafood Markets
    Open 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    It's hard to go wrong with any fish you pick. And, at only $7.99/pound, you won't pay much, either.
    Rob P.

    Before you walk in the door, you can smell the smoke filling the air. This isn't an acrid aroma of something burning, but rather the magical aroma of applewood and other woods that contribute to the flavor of the final product. Forget Axe body spray: THIS is what I want to smell like every day. Before I talk about the smoked whitefish, I have to mention that they have thick hunters sausage that's tasty (though not too spicy) for $1 a stick. Now, about that smoked fish. You pay by weight at $7.99 a fish. This is a terrific bargain (see the picture I attached showing the yield: what you get is mostly meat). You do have to understand that there are a lot of bones to work around. It doesn't take long to get all the good stuff, but you've bee warned. And that flavor: wow! If you're someone who likes a squeeze of lemon on your fish, or a barbarian who uses tartar sauce, please consider the unspoiled beauty of the smoke flavor in the fish. The flesh near the skin has a more intense flavor, but every inch of it is something to be savored. I'm seriously bummed that they didn't have any fish sausage when I stopped in, but the quality and value of what they did have was so good that I will certainly plan on a return visit every time I'm in town.

    Nancy I.

    Delicious! We decided to stop in after seeing the reviews. We bought a smoked whitefish and the smoked whitefish dip. We brought it back to our camper for a feast. We found the whitefish easier to debone than expected. Mr. Manley told us to just crack it open and dive in. Just watch for the bones. Messy hand job but worth the effort. The dip is amazing and I'm glad we bought two. Make the trip a bit north beyond the busy downtown area.

    Smoked Meat Deli Case
    Ronado G.

    This place is a blast of culture. After seeing lots of good reviews and a little shack aesthetic, I knew this had to be somewhere we check out. Boy was I not let down. Tucked right on the main strip in St. Ignace across the street from all the hotels on the water, this spot is authentically an oddball of the area. The green and yellow paint job give off a tropical / Jamaican vibe and delicious the tiny footprint of the shop is further dwarfed by the massive chain business surrounding in this tourist haven. Inside there's not much to be but a few clear and simple choices. Smoked fish (white and trout), smoked fish dip, beef jerky, beef sticks, Sleeves of crackers and some "pop" options. I loved that you could choose from 3 options for sleeves of crackers. They had the classic round "Ritz" style, the long rectangle "Tollhouse" style, or the basic saltines. Grab a sleeve with your dip and you're ready to snack, I love this!! The fish dip was excellent. A full blast of the smoked fish flavor but with cheese and some nice herbs. I bought two tubs and wish I would have got more!! The beef jerky is the best I've ever had. The dude running the shop stores money in old old coffee cans and wraps up whatever you like, deli style. This beef jerky clearly had oil on the plastic wrapping around it, which I've never seen before so I was unsure. My god is this stuff good. Slightly sweet, nice and smoky, and just the perfect chewy, tender texture. Try it!! The smoked fish we still have, I got the trout since we got the smoked whitefish dip, and will be making a Caesar salad with it tonight! This stuff packs a serious punch of flavor. It's unreal. Overall the service here was fine. The dude was no nonsense but polite and the interior is... nothing that would win interior design awards, but it's definitely.... real. Anyone looking to try something new in the UP or get some really good smoked meat, I would highly recommend Manley's.

    The "Fish Shed."
    Ron T.

    Ramshackle block buildings with faded green paint. Describing the proprietor as curmudgeonly is a bit far but don't expect service with a smile. Do expect the very best smoked fish and smoked whitefish dip you will find in the area.

    Don and his friend
    Richard F.

    I heard about this place and read the reviews. I wanted to take some smoked fish home so since we were passing through nearby I decided to stop in. I walked in and I was greeted by the friendly smiling Don Wright who was behind the counter. I asked him for his suggestion as to what was the best to take home and he suggested the Menominee and the White Fish. So I said wrap up two of each. It was less than $20 and I was a happy camper. He is a huge fan of the Green Bay Packers and has signs and memorabilia all around. I told him I just happened to also be a fan and we shared some great stories. He also had an old friend visiting him. Can't wait to get home to eat them.

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    Great place to get smoked fish and the whitefish dip is amazing, they sell crackers too so you can eat the dip to go

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    Went by another yelp review and it was spot on. This guy smokes fish and meat right there, was very good.

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    Popped in and got my whole smoked whitefish for around $7.50. Owner was as pleasant as could be! Would not hesitate to go back

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    The place has excellent smoked fish! Highly recommended!

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    King's Fish Market - Lightly fried whitefish and walleye!

    King's Fish Market

    4.6(22 reviews)
    9.5 mi
    $$

    Stopped in for lunch on a whim and we were all highly impressed…read more The smoked whitefish spread was more like a whitefish salad, which I LOVED. Piled it on bread the next day and was very happy. Smoked whitefish chowder was homemade with love and care and I would drink this by the gallon. Whitefish and walleye baskets were to die for. And the whitefish sandwich was as amazing as you'd expect. Bonus: the fries that came with the sandwich and baskets were also utterly delicious. Cannot say enough good things about this place. I will definitely make this a regular stop coming in and out of the UP and plan better so that I can take more home from here next time. Big thanks to the wonderful staff for their hospitality and pride in their food.

    Wherever I can support local during my travels, I'm all for it. Last week, I brought a group of…read moreTexans, Missourians, and Californians here for lunch during our week-long tour through both Michigan's Lower and Upper Peninsulas. While we found this to be a charming local fish and specialty market, we were unfortunately underwhelmed by the food. Most of us ordered the 2-piece whitefish basket with fries. The fish itself seemed fresh, but the batter lacked seasoning and could have been much crispier. The fries were also fairly soggy. We also tried the whitefish chowder, which desperately needed salt. Adding a bit ourselves made a huge difference in flavor. We arrived well before the lunch rush and practically had the place to ourselves, so perhaps this was just an off day. Still, the fish baskets felt severely under-fried and lacking overall flavor, which was disappointing given the local reputation and specialty focus.

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    Mackinac Grille - Overcooked whitefish

    Mackinac Grille

    2.8(290 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    "Lets go down to the Sunset Grill We can watch the working…read moregirls go by" (Don Henley) We enjoyed a lovely late dinner at the Macinack Grille on Saturday night July 27. We didn't have reservations, so picked up a buzzer from the hostess and joined the crowd waiting in the gift shop or lounging around at the entrance. Our wait was about a half hour, and we were seated in a rear dining room that should receive a Gold Medal for Eclectic Design. Our table was covered in laminated Detroit Tiger baseball cards, and the walls were plastered with beer company paraphernalia and Detroit sports memorabilia. Our server Aimy brought our meal -a Cheeseburger Platter ($11.99), and for me a cup of Clam Chowder ($4.49) and Shrimp Steamers ($14.99). My meal was excellent, the chowder was served piping hot and was loaded with chopped clams and potatoes. And man, oh man, were the shrimps great. They were a half pound served shell-on "Caribbean style" with lemon and cocktail sauce. Yes, they were messy to eat but were so worth the mess. Aimy helped me out with a few wet naps. We had an excellent experience here.

    Mediocre Food and Service. The quality of the food, the portion size, and service accuracy do not…read morejustify the excessive high price. Ordered walleye, baked potato, fresh vegetables, and a glass of Riesling. Was served 3 real small pieces of some kind breaded deep fried fish, baked potato, a small condiment cup of coleslaw, and a glass of Pino Grigio. The waitress, while friendly enough, did not have a good grasp of the English language. And all for just under $50. This place is definitely not depending on repeat business. Compared to this,place, Long John Silvers is 5 star dining. Walked away hungry and $50 lighter. I won't be back.

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    Lehto's Pasties - Beef pastie  This is a Pastie. Rhymes with Nasty

    Lehto's Pasties

    4.4(61 reviews)
    0.3 mi

    As we are in the UP, we were told we must try a pastie and this place had decent reviews and was…read moreright up the road. First impressions, they definitely have some heft to them! The outside baked crust is crisp and tasty. My husband's beef pastie was filled with beef, similar to other posters pictures and he really enjoyed his. Everything was hot too I have a tough time eating beef so opted for the chicken option and while my sandwich was tasty, it was truly 95% potato, a tiny bit of carrots and just very, very little chicken. Maybe I got the bottom of the bowl or something, but it definitely needed more protein. He did have a veggie option available today as well. This place is super popular spot and the sandwiches are $8.50 each, we ordered a gravy, as per other Yelp recommendations and we shared that. It was an additional two dollars. He gives you a lot gravy!! Parking is very limited out front, but we found people were in and out pretty quick. There are a couple picnic tables where you can sit and eat but honestly, he really just doesn't have the room for that so get it to go. The owner seems super friendly, and I love the fact that so many people are supporting his business. Another UP box checked!

    I tried their chicken $8.50 pasty yesterday. Cousin tried same price beef one. I LOVE the filling,…read morewhich has thinly sliced rutabagas, but the ratio is off... there was like 87% root and hardly any protein. But compositely, the Vite, the heft, the peppery flavor, it's very satisfying for me. No nonsense store. Across from Shepler's ferry!

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