Ive been here 4/5 times. Its a good vibe per each experience. The staff is polite. They move…read morequickly and quietly. The captain goes over the safety precautions, rules & requirements. Each time was a private/reserved event. Drinks are cool for the most part. I never go wrong w/ an old fashioned. The brunch has nice avocado toast. The food is always fresh.

It's Saturday! There is nothing but blue skies and white clouds for miles! Today was a high of 85…read moredegrees which is perfect for a ride on the Ovation yacht for a few hours. The breeze and the water made it very comfortable even on the decks enjoying the sun. We boarded at the Jefferson Beach Marina in St. Claire Shores. The Ovation yacht is three levels of accommodations for 300 people. The event was perfect with a DJ on the top level with an open bar. The second level was the food, lounge areas, photo booth and open bar. The third level was the live band and more food. It was a beautiful day to enjoy the waterways and views of the boats plus the shorelines of both countries. A trip down the Detroit River is such a pretty sight. Be sure to check out their website for the Ovation Summer Series of theme events. The Motown Series sells out fast!

Renting a pontoon from Randy was a great experience! He handled everything from delivery of the…read moreboat to getting her back on the trailer at the end of the day. We definitely appreciated his service especially when we called day of and got a boat on the water within an hour. We'd definitely call again next time we're staying on Gun Lake!

Excellent way to get a boat for our family vacation!! The pick and drop off was made very easy, I…read morehad to do nothing at all, and we had no issues whatsoever with the boat itself. I'd highly recommend using Vacation Boat Rentals if you need to get out on the lake and don't have a boat to bring with!

Captain Ben & Heather were amazing! We left around 6am & as soon as we got out to our destination…read moreon the water, they moved like a well oiled machine to get 14 rigs set up, before they even had them all set up the walleye were biting. For about an hour we could hardly keep up! It was awesome, it wasn't fishing -IT WAS CATCHING. Within an 1.5-2 hrs we had already maxed our daily limit! I've NEVER done that so quickly. We caught 3 HUGE mamas too that ALMOST Michigan master angler size (only 2 inches off ), that was the peak moment of the trip. My brother & I booked this charter for our Dad for Father's Day, since somehow he had NEVER been walleye fishing. Needless to say this was the best first walleye fishing experience we could have had! Prior to booking I hopped on a call with Captain Ben & he was awesome, answered all my questions & got us booked with ease. A few days before, he checked in with me & reminded me to get our Ohio 1 day licenses - which I'm grateful for because I wouldn't have remembered He cleaned our walleye haul super quickly & did a great job, bagged em & we were on our merry way back home before 10 am! I highly recommend booking with Net Dreams & Captain Ben. You will be MORE than satisfied. Thanks Captain Ben & Heather !!

Captain Ben and first mate Ren are true masters and professionals. We hit our limit. Highly…read morerecommend!!!!

A blissfully peaceful way to see downtown Lansing-from the water. A comfortable pontoon boat, a…read morefriendly and professional captain, and a very reasonable price made for a lovely hour. The Grand was clean and the perspective unique. We chartered the boat for a Saturday evening-boarded with wine, food, and a bunch of friends. An entertaining hit-different and fun!

If your looking for an affordable and fun day out on the water chasing perch, catfish or walleye,…read morelook no further than DownDay Charters. Captain Robb is our first choice for charters in the state of Michigan. Every trip we have made has been a huge success. He knows the lake very well and works hard to put your group on fish. His boat is always clean and is the perfect size to accommodate your group of 6. Rods and reels are well kept and ready to go as soon as the anchor is down. He is patient for those who are new to fishing or less experienced. His rates are great for those who can't afford the big cost of the larger boats. We look forward to every trip we take, knowing Robb is there for us to make our trip great.

Robb Devries needs a lot of work…read more He showed up 10 minutes prior to departure time (not earlier to check for sea-worthiness, or prepare his boat for the day). In his boat check there was a problem with the motor (possible broken seal/leaking gear oil) which I do not fault him for. Had he showed up early for preparation, this would have been taken care of sooner. I do fault him for not greeting his guests, not looking and acting professional, and not having the courtesy of keeping his customers updated with progress on the boat issue. His boat is small, but sufficient for the task. I will say that it appears he hasn't cleaned the outside of his boat for 2 years or more. According to his mess of a webpage/Facebook page (spelling errors, grammatical errors), he has not had the comparable Walleye catches that other Charter businesses have. I will say he appears to be a good Perch fisherman. Overall Robb appears to use this as a part-time job, and this type of business demands full-time preparation, dedication, and knowledge. Robb just does not have that, and I would not recommend him to anyone. Hopefully this review fuels him to improve on all aspects of this business.

Jim and TJ were great! I haven't been fishing in years, and even though I had to get up at 4:30am,…read moreit was worth it. There were 5 of us, but you can have up to 6. We had the charter from 6 am until 11am. Quite a few fish were caught too...Sheepshead, Walleye, Perch...A few more that I can't remember because I'm not your experienced fisherman...It was a perfect day to catch some fish and drink a few beers. They'll clean the fish for you too and there's a bathroom too. Price was around $600, but it was a good experience. Thanks so much, Jim and TJ:)

Captain Jim is great! Fantasy is extremely clean and comfortable. We have an annual fishing trip…read moreto Lake Erie and this charter was fun and a wonderful family outing. I heartily recommend Jim for your consideration! John Ellinger Perrysburg Ohio

Bad Dog Marine Services does it all and does it all well! Whether you need your yacht moved, a…read morecaptain for your pontoon boat outing, or you just need to learn how to drive your boat- Captain Jon at Bad Dog is the best! You won't find a nicer, more qualified, or more detail oriented team than the crew at Bad Dog.

From the owner: Professional Captain Services including public tours, private charters, yacht delivery, new boat…read moreowner training, crew training & drills, Red Cross Training. Captain Jon is a United States Coast Guard licensed Master Captain, with over thirty years of boating experience. Captain Jon's Master License is "near coastal," which allows him to commercially operate both inspected and uninspected vessels within the designated boundary line not more that 200 miles offshore form the U.S. and its possessions. This includes operating experience on the Great Lakes, Inland water systems, such as the Illinois and Mississippi River, etc., the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, and the Gulf of Mexico. Bad Dog Marine also has crew available to assist in charters and yacht deliveries.

Took the Genesee Bell cruise during a work in-service meeting that we had. Pretty nice ride,…read morebeautiful view. In all, it was a very peaceful boat ride along Mott Lake. It doesn't take too long to motor around the lake, but there are always groups of fisherman standing off to the side and boaters trying to reel in the catch of the day to see. The view is great for this short excursion cruise. There is the Genesee Veterans Memorial Park off to one side and the Village of Genesee in the background. The cruise lasts not quite an hour. The Genesee Bell is built to resemble an old-fashioned gambling river boat. It was no great shakes, but it was a relaxing way to wind down our in-service pow wow. Cheap fun for all ages. It makes for an ideal family-oriented activity.

Nice ride with the chamber. However we were sitting on top and the sound system didn't work.read more

I kind of dig REO Town. It's not Old Town, but I like that's it's not trying to be either. It has…read moreits own vibe. Just a quick skip across I-496 from downtown Lansing, the shops, salons, and eateries offer a small town feel as there's just enough walkability/bike access. However, it has plenty of edgy eclectic charm to balance the adjacent park and garden spaces making it an attractive location for many festivals. The anchors of the area include GM's Grand River Assembly Plant. the Board of Water & Light that occupies a former train depot, and several visual and performing arts hubs. The area has seen good BBQ, coffee, craft beer, New American, breakfast, and pizza but longevity continues to be a challenge. Even this month's review, REO Town Clubhouse, has gone through a change over the last 24 months having just been Ellison's Brewing Co. which we reviewed in August of 2023. REO Town Clubhouse took over a massive footprint on S. Washington and benefits from the previous facility upgrade work turning the warehouse into a brewhouse. The transition to the Clubhouse has been nothing short of extraordinary with modern lighting, seating, and décor in abundance. Marketed as an Italian restaurant, pizza shop, event space, and pool hall, REO Town Clubhouse aims to have a lasting place in the area and serve as a new anchor for entertainment. Walking in and you will be immediately taken aback by the sheer vastness. To the left, you'll find the upstairs event space, which is spacious and lovely, as is the main dining room on the first floor. To the right sits the pool hall, which is also quite large offering sharks and beginners alike enough room to run the table. In the middle sits the pizza shop with its rounded stone hearth oven shrouded in beautiful teal tile. What's Uneven? The brunch menu is intriguing, offering many traditional American breakfast items and others with a more Italian flare. I arrived around 11 on a Sunday morning with my much better half and the littlest of my daughters, having seen the brunch service started at 9 AM on REO Town Clubhouse's own social media. We walked into a mostly empty restaurant and a service crew that seemed to be scrambling to find their sea legs as coffee had not yet been brewed and the waitstaff, while very pleasant, reminded me of a team that hadn't yet had their first cup of coffee yet either. The food was also fairly uneven. My Biscuits and Gravy ($15) was quite tasty. The gravy was creamy and savory with notes of black pepper and the biscuits were dense enough to stand up to the gravy but not sit too heavy afterwards. The golden fried potatoes were crispy, and the sausage patties were large and packed with sage flavor. My much better half enjoyed a Bloody Mary ($9) that had a Caprese skewer atop the glass. She also ordered the Sweet Crespelle Crepes ($15) that looked better than they tasted. The lemon curd overpowered the palette, and the Sugar Cured Ham ($4) is an absolute waste of protein and money. Limp and lifeless with not a single hint of sugar to be found nor a streak of a sear on the meat itself. What's Better I met a mentor/friend/colleague for lunch and had a much better experience. We both ordered the Lunch Pasta Combo. The Caesar salads were fresh and plentiful, especially to be part of lunch combos. I had the Spaghetti and Meatballs ($14) and though the crushed tomatoes will never be my favorite, the meatballs were large and packed with layers of garlic, herbs, and parmesan cheese. The pasta was a bit overcooked, but the dish overall was solid. My companion ordered the Chicken Alfredo ($16) and said it was one of the best she'd ever had. Thick and creamy alfredo sauce was a yummy revelation. The chicken was more well done than I typically care for but spot on for her. She wanted me to be sure to relay that she would return at least 17 times. Best Bite The Fried Shrimp ($16) with a Calabrian pepper sauce were very good. The breading on the shrimp had been fried hard enough to withstand the oil and butter-based bath in which they rested. The sauce was tasty and perfectly spicy for lunch.

My partner and I went to REO Town Clubhouse for 517 Restaurant Week and had a great sandwich! We'll…read moredefinitely be going back to check out more of their offerings and hopefully to play a little pool. Service was quick and friendly. Inferior is really cool. Will update this review once I've had more chances to visit the Clubhouse. Give them a try!