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    Ma's Diner

    4.3 (15 reviews)
    Closed 4:30 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Jalapeno poppers
    Sharla S.

    CAUTION! BEWARE!! If you're seriously not a fan of outstandingly hospitable service and delicious food then stay away. As per usual, my indecision kicked into full gear. Despite the menu having the quintessential All American Diner fare, this place still had it's own spin on things. Our server was patient with me and made great recommendations. I'm the end, I ordered the Reuben sandwich with onion rings. My husband ordered a jalapeno cheese burger and our son decided on a regular cheese burger. As tasty as that bite was of my husband's burger, I'm focusing more on what I got! They killed it with that Reuben! It was a bit messy, but if it doesn't get all over your face, it's not worth it!! The sandwich was served with a generous hand carved portion of corned beef on perfectly toasted slices of rye bread accompanied by the typical fixings that make up your rueben. The best part, though, is that the meat was from a local meat specialty shop. Don't even get me started on the batter for the onion rings and jalapeno poppers!! *Chef's kiss* You're going to have to try it to see what I'm talking about!! If you're that person that disagrees and think it's crap. Good. Gtfo!! More for me!! 10/10 would recommend!! Support local businesses!! Also, after reading certain negative comments from Elaine and whoever else, I need to add that the menu does in fact state 'no sharing". At first I thought," wtf is that?", but then I realized that since it's a small town business, customers need to consider that the workers need to make a living too. Ask yourself why such a rule has been implemented!! It's not the restaurant' s fault that Little Ms. Elaine failed to read the menu thoroughly. I live down state as well and travel often, so I'd like to think that my basis of comparison is quite broad. It's a chill little place to go but as always, make sure you do read the menu properly. If your eyes seem to disconnect from your brain like Miss Elaine's, I'm sure asking your server all your wonderful questions could avoid these types of situations.

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    Tennille K.

    Wonderful! The food is delicious and the portions are large! There's lots of variety and the staff is friendly. The restaurant is clean. The best part is they have the best prices in town! They're open from 4:30 AM until 3PM, so get there early. They also serve breakfast all the time and they serve lunch food all the time, too! Onaway needed this!

    Potatoes with onions and a Swiss cheese Wester Omelette

    Want a special treat in Onaway? Try Ma's Diner on Main Street; best omelettes, taters with onions, homemade strawberry freezer jam and a friendly staff. Delicious coffee served in fun mugs and a cute country interior with bonus WiFi. We will be back.

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    9 months ago

    I really love how decked out this place is for the holidays! Food is really good and reasonably portioned!

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    2 years ago

    Really delicious food and small town diner vibe. Food came out quickly and portions are satisfying.

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    3 years ago

    Nothing aggregates me more than specially stating "SOFT" eggs and getting them brown and cooked to oblivion. Was just ok

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    However, in the last year or two, the kitchen has really lost its edge, and it shows in the food.

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    Clyde's Drive-In - Chicken Clyde

    Clyde's Drive-In

    4.3(280 reviews)
    42.5 mi
    $

    We have tried to stop at Clyde's for years but something would always keep it from actually…read morehappening. This time we hit it at the right time. The drive up location had open spots so we took one and man we were happy. The waitress comes right to your window and takes your order, brings your food and takes your money. Cash only, but I was good with that. The waitress was very friendly, attentive and busy! She and one other were constantly going in and out taking orders, bringing food and working. The food....OMG! Go hungry if you decide to tackle their 1/2 to 3/4 lb burger. I thought I was hungry until that 1/2 lb burger came. So heavy, but soooo good. If you want a good old fashioned burger, this is it! No wonder they have a legacy and long wait time. Ours was 20 minutes this time. We had stopped another time and went in and found out it was over an hour. We passed then because of time constraints but nothing was holding us back this time. If you have passed this iconic place in the past and not stopped, you're missing out. They have other things on the menu besides burgers, so you should be able to accommodate most people in your group. So good!

    clyde's drive in gets five stars on this review, strictly for the fact that they open up for the…read morepond hockey tournament every winter. And luckily for me, I happen to be in town. My go-to is the half pound with cheese and fries and I typically take it across the street to the state park to view the Mackinac bridge while I enjoy my lunch. On this visit, the person that we served was very friendly, only a 20 minute wait with a smile!

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    Clyde's Drive-In - Hardworking, kind, but sometimes abrupt workers.

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    Moofinfries - Cheeseburger with only mayo and fries (Keweenaw Point Trail as well)

    Moofinfries

    4.9(138 reviews)
    78.0 mi
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    found this little gem about seven or eight years ago when we started traveling the UP for business…read moreevents ! fantastic burgers, and fresh cut fries . Now every time we go to the try to plan to make sure we can stop here and get lunch and usually order a little extra for dinner too There are multiple roads that go north from two in the so unless you're going to Sault Ste. Marie almost every time you could choose to go here which we do We always try to stop by and support Wayne and his family! great fresh burgers, fantastic customer service and love that they are second amendment supporters and did not freak out when we came in with our guns on our side they also have ice cream station in here with I don't know + flavors not exactly sure Whenever you get a chance, please stop here on your way. It's worth the trip even if it's out of your way. Lori Levi

    I cannot say enough good things about the simplicity of this menu and the flavor of the food. The…read moreFrench fries are like "fair" fries (there's even malt vinegar on the tables!) We split a large order of fries and they were WAY too big for two of us. That cup was inside the bag with the copious amount of fries surrounding it. We made three meals of those fries. The associate at the counter had good advice and a good sense of humor. The burger had a juicy center but crisp edges, coupled with the bun toasted the same way, it was a win! The seating was ample and the wait was minimal. All food was cooked to order. Next time, we will split a double Moo or get singles. It was WAY too much for the two of us. The amicable owner walked amongst the tables asking about the food, and answering questions. He definitely wants you to return. Dang, we were so full we could not order any ice cream! We'll be back.

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