We arrived on July 3rd about 9:15 am. We were promptly seated in a booth. The place was pretty…read moreempty, with only 3-4 booths occupied. It appeared to be a sports bar and restaurant from how it was decorated and the TV sets playing Tennis. Our server seated us, quickly took our drink order and got our breakfast menus. I ordered the Two Egg breakfast (eggs over easy, Sourdough toast) and my wife got the Big Breakfast, (eggs medium) which she wanted for the pancakes. The meals took a while even though the place wasn't busy. We soon found out the eggs had been switched. Her's were easy over and mine were medium. So we switched the eggs. My easy over eggs were not fully cooked before they were flipped. My wife's medium eggs were cooked perfectly. However neither egg dish was salted or peppered while being cooked. The pancakes were perfect however. Light, fluffy, and delicious!' She shares one with me and I agreed, delicious, light and fluffy. Her hash browns were not cooked except on the surface. Mine were cooked nicely. However again the hash browns were not salted or peppered during cooking as far as I could tell. All and all the food was good for a breakfast place and the serving sizes were adequate for what we ordered.

We e been going to Dinghy's for decades. The food was always solid and service was good. The place…read morewas always packed regardless of what time of year we were there. Unfortunately it's under new ownership now and they've ruined the place. The lighting is now harsh, the food quality just isn't there anymore and the service is rushed. Oh, and the place was empty on a Saturday night! We will no longer be patronizing Dinghy's. There are too many other places that are better.

I'm a big fan of Mayfair burgers and their outdoor seating…read more Fun guy or Lüdke burgers are my go to. Good fries. Always a great option.

It's hard to tell what I'm going to get each season I come up and try out The Mayfair. I came here…read morewhen it was the last place, then when it changed management. The food has been good, and it's a nice option in the area. The restaurant has always been clean and welcoming. I hope when I come back next that the wait staff has a bit more polish. Last time we were here, we sat outside and servers were dumping old glasses of beverages over the fence and not down the drain. Younger servers...but not the memory one should have months later.

The food selection is excellent. We enjoyed the steamed shrimp and spinach dip for delicious…read moreappetizers. The steaks were excellent and so was the broiled whitefish. Their domestic beer selection was extensive and most were only $3.50. Excellent wine selection including Opus One, Cakebread and Cloudy Bay along with Michigan wines and nice French wines by the glass. The service was very attentive and friendly. Our outdoor seating was exceptionally pleasant and surprisingly bug-free.

How did I not stop before now?…read more Stopped right after they opened on a Monday and sat at the bar. I was approached promptly by friendly staff/ bartender. Offered all menus including an Earlybird menu that offered Walleye (score!). Delicious dinner and local beer. Service was stellar and atmosphere had a cozy up north vibe. I have been coming up here for approximately 50 years, this will be a regular visit!

We've eaten here 3 times now. All really great experiences. Food is really good. Cozy diner feel…read moreinside. Breakfast twice and a burger once. Everything is great but the burger was amazing. Between the Lighthouse and Mayfair, Elberta should be called Burgertown.

This place holds so many wonderful memories of friends and family eating there over a great many…read moreyears. Lovely when you walk into your local cafe and people know your name. The food is soooooo good and affordable. I had a Monte Carlo for the first time and it was stupendous!! The service is also wonderful always. Not enough superlatives for this place.

Let's be honest, you aren't going to the Villa Marine Bar for high-end crafted cocktails and…read moremichelin star food. Villa Marine Bar is the place you visit if you want cheap drinks and a beautiful view! My husband and I visited two nights in a row and didn't leave disappointed. They had a drink special for a pomegranate margarita and it was delicious! I also tried the blackberry margarita and no complaints. I've never had a drink from the Villa Marine Bar and questioned if there was alcohol in it because you test it instantly haha. The staff at the Villa Marine Bar are friendly and welcoming. Our waitress was new to waitressing (she told it was her first shift) and it was amazing seeing how patient everyone was with her. She was awesome and even remembered my group the next day when we visited. I was able to try the popcorn chicken during my first visit. It was okay but as I mentioned earlier, you go to the Villa Marine Bar for the drinks. Most of the people I observed were there for the drinks. The view of the marina was lovely. I visited right before the sun started setting so it was nice to see the color change of the sky.

New owner Alex is killing it! Food is amazing! I recommend the Frankfort salad with grilled chicken…read moreand Ranch or the BBQ ribs are really good. And their staff is amazing! Oh and I was just told appetizers and pizza til midnight! No one has food until midnight around here!

Server was cheerful and attentive. The food and berlverate options were also plentiful. Would…read moredefinitely recommend and revisit

Staff is awesome. super friendly and willing to answer questions about drink and menu items. Tap…read morelist is very good with a nice mixture of local and regional beers. Food is average. I had the pulled pork. it was piled high, Good but not great. Fries were crispy and hot. Coleslaw was inedible. my dining companion had the Philly cheese steak. Again, not bad, not great. I'd come for drinks and skip the food

My husband and I have been here twice and it's been perfect both times. We had the chicken and…read morewaffles and the classic boatman's breakfast. The chicken and waffles had a crispy fried egg on top that was so yummy. It also had a bourbon maple syrup that is so yummy and flavorful. The potato's are perfectly crispy and fluffy at the same time. Can't wait to go back!

I wish I had more pics for this one, Birch & Maple is an incredible Northern Michigan spot; their…read morebrunch is unmatched! Their service is so friendly and you truly feel taken care of and get some of those hometownesque vibes. Every dish here is fantastic and is a solid portion size! The chicken and waffles is one of my favorites, the chicken is perfectly crispy & the Bourbon Maple Toffee is a unique topping that makes this dish taste phenomenal! This is 100% a must visit Northern Michigan brunch stop!

Our food was excellent, service was top notch. Our group of 6 enjoyed perch, whitefish, smash…read moreburger and shrimp pasta. The duchess potatoes, sweet potato fries, tots and roasted vegetables were excellent sides as well.

Great food and an awesome whiskey and bourbon selection. We…read morehad the lasagna and it was addictive! We suggest sharing since the portion was so plentiful And if you are searching for a great bourbon selection I suggest a visit to the lounge for an amazing selection