This place was a mixed bag for us. Negatives: --We were told it was a 35-40 min wait. Ended up being an hour and 15 min. --Then service was slow --veggie burger was *terrible*. Very few vegetarian options unless you love fries. --fries for one member of our party was very undercooked - close to raw potatoes --shake wasn't good -- they served everything on plastic/paper plates and with paper napkins. It was shocking for a sit down restaurant. Positives: --service was friendly --ambiance is very vacation-feeling and retro --caprese salad was flavorful (though not a true Caprese salad like you would expect, it was mostly lettuce but also with feta plus mozzarella) --the housemade bbq was really flavorful and had some delicious spice. Clearly different than the corn syrup stuff you usually get with kids meals. I wish we would have visited another restaurant, tbh. read more

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It's wonderful. We've been going for years. But this last visit was a little off. Meat not as flavorful, fries not hot, prices going up & up. When I saw now there's a $1,25 charge for lettuce & tomato--whoa. May have to rethink read more

Iconic New Buffalo restaurant, been around for as long as I can remember. I first went back in 2010 with my family, and then again in 2020 with some friends. I got one of their famous burgers the first time, and to try something different, I got their new chicken quesadillas this time. Pretty good, you got quite a lot of food with the dish. And I got a Round Barn Kolsch, their beer list was not bad actually, I assume that's a recent addition with the craft beer popularity growing. If you're in town you should at least try it once, only potential problem would be if it's too crowded, which could happen during peak hours, or if your group is big. Your bound to see plenty of billboards advertising here on I-94, so it'll be easy to find. read more

Redamak's - Gigi's chicken quesadillas - Burgers Near Me - New Buffalo, Michigan

I was discouraged by some of the reviews lately, I went in with realistic expectations and we loved it.! I had the regular burger with velveeta, I added grilled onions and decided to have it on marbled rye. It was delish- hot, gooey decadent. My husband had the double with pepper jack and he loved his as well! Fries were very average, but the onion rings were . Server was nice and efficient. They have the Covid situation figured out, very organized system and good distancing. I have seen people complain about the cost, but I really don't feel that is warranted. It is a piece of tradition with tasty (not life changing) burgers and more. read more

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Great Food, Great Service. Amazingly no wait! The onion rings are delicious and the walleye was top notch. read more

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I got so many recommendations for this place so the family was pretty excited. We were in line right at 12pm so we could be some of the first people in. I ordered the Blues burger, hubby ordered the Wilson and kids got typical kid stuff. Our burgers were very dry and sadly, below average. This place was really hyped up and it DID NOT deliver. Also, please know it's cash only. We didn't see a sign (might have missed it). There are so many great places to eat in the New Buffalo area. Skip this one. read more

Really great food! We took a trip to a park for my graduation and my class popped in on our way home. I wasn't to exited to go here because honestly it looks a little run down from the outside. It's a different story when you walk in, the smell of juicy burgers is enough to make you pay. I had the best burger with bacon on it practically a fat man's dream. I really recommend although their fries are kinda plain. You guys all need to experience this place. read more

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We called ahead to ask about wait time and was told 15-20 minutes. But when we arrived, we were told 30 minutes to an hour. But we were seated in about 20 minutes. The restaurant only accepts cash and has an ATM there that you can use for a fee. The food took a while, about 30-40 minutes to arrive. The ones in my group who ordered burgers thought the burger meat itself was quite bland (I have never felt the need to salt a burger before, but felt I needed to add salt to this one- I got the burger with garlic). Also, any order than comes with fries cannot have the side substituted, not even for an upcharge. The waitress was very nice and helpful, though. Otherwise for a place that advertises burgers, it was mediocre at best and quite restrictive with their policies. read more

Redamak's - Burgers Near Me - New Buffalo, Michigan

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Was recommended to go here. What a weird place but the fries are delish! The hamburger tasted kinda bland, the cheese in it was good! Even when they were busy they move quickly and service was good. Get a milkshake to go too!!!! read more

Redamak's - Burgers Near Me - New Buffalo, Michigan

Pi had a velveeta burger. Way too much velveeta and the burger was a hockey puck. Not garnished as ordered. My husband said the same. Forgot extras we paid extra for. Fries were freezer burned. No amount of ketchup could save them. Sorry Redamaks, something needs to change. Nostalgia of years past is not enough to bring me back. read more

Super crowded, but hot in pretty quickly considering. With a large open dining area they have lots of seating. Game room for the kids to play in while you wait. We ordered a sampler appetizer platter, the apple crisps, and fried pickles. Appetizers were pretty good. Our drinks included a Bloody Mary, the Windex, and a Mudslide. I personally test a lot of Bloody Mary's when our. This one was below par. Our party also ordered salad, hamburgers, cheeseburgers, and fries. The service was really good and friendly. Prices were not bad either. We all agreed it was good, but not something we would drive for again. If in town, maybe. read more

Redamak's - Blood Mary - Burgers Near Me - New Buffalo, Michigan

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Good food, cheap eats and cheap booze. Nice casual restaurant with a laid back feel to catch some quick bites. I'm taking off a star because its CASH ONLY. So no debit cards or credit cards. However, the restaurant does have an ATM. Also, the sweet potato fries that I had were a little soggy and cold. Not the nice, crisp ones that I was expecting. Other than those 2 reasons, this is a spot that I would come back to if I was back in the New Buffalo area. The Velveeta burger that I had was pretty good, the burger was nice and juicy and cooked well. The pina colada was only $4.50 and yummy, and the glass it came in was nice and tall. There is even a little arcade room located by the front to pass the time. Plenty of seating available, so its good for groups. Our server was quick, friendly, and very attentive. read more

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Massively overrated. Service is super slow and food not worth the wait. The meat is over cooked and dry; no seasoning and no flavor . Fries are cheapest nastiest frozen fare - weak and barely cooked. This place is trading on its heritage and so sad to see the decline. The family needs a wake up call. 'Cash only' adds to pain. Avoid. read more

10/10 always! Wish they were open all year and every day. The worst is forgetting they're closed in the middle of the week when you want a cheeseburger. I always get a double velveeta with everything and a side of fries. Their frozen drinks are so good. I enjoy the tenders and other sides as well but since I'm not in town often I always get the velveeta cheeseburger. My husband loves the turkey burgers too and says it's the best he's ever had. I've been coming here for over 20 years and will never skip it when I'm in town unless it's their off season and they're closed. Service is usually quick but you will wait longer for a table or your food during peak hours. However, it is CASH ONLY. They have an ATM but I really wish they would catch up to modern days and accept credit cards or debit cards. It makes it hard to go with groups when everyone's trying to chip in cash to cover the bill. read more

IDK who needs to hear this, but temper ya damn expectations when it comes to the food, so then you won't be all in your feelings over your disappointment. Redamak's seems to have as many haters as it does fans. Having no prior sentimental attachment, I can see both sides. If you're expecting paradigm shifting food, that's on you for expecting the most. The girl has been wanting to come here, but we still asked Michigan people their opinions, and the consensus was that people were largely indifferent, at best. So I can only surmise that since this joint has been around forever, it's mostly revered by people with fond childhood memories. That's all well and good. I have my version of that in the northwest 'burbs of Chicago (shoutout Russell's Barbecue). The food hit the spot, but to deem it anything other than average, or slightly above, would be a reach. I enjoyed my double Valveeta burger. I've had juicer, & certainly had blander. I was annoyed you have to order fries separate. The Charlie's combo was good, but nothing unique. Probably the best thing I had were the bone-in wings. Again, nothing stands out from other places wings, but pretty damn tasty. Service was good. Coke and water never went empty. My biggest complaint is for a place that is cash only and unabashedly uses Velveeta, prices are a bit steep. Velveeta is glorified welfare cheese. Struggle food warrants struggle prices. Being that it's not far from the highway, it's a decent place to make a pit stop if you're on the road, hungry, & want to experience a bit of history. read more

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I was in southwestern Michigan and needed a burger. This is a cash only business. My tip is to ask for half fries and half onion rings.

Every time we travel to New Buffalo a trip to Redamaks is in order. There are often lines but if you are a smaller group then the wait time will most likely be shorter than they quote you. I have yet to order any main but a burger bit the burgers are quite good. The place does work quick so they can turn their tables over but you do not feel too rushed. They do not take temperatures on your burger and they all are cooked to about medium/midwell. I have no issue with this bit be aware. They have great milkshakes like the Chocolate monkey (chocolate and banana) and the fun cocktails are inexpensive. Check the wine menu and draft beer list for local items such as from Round Barn and help support a local business instead of going with a macrobrew. But the absolute must order is the sloppy waffle fries! Waffles fries with sloppy Joe and cheese will make you keep returning here! read more

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Now, I must start this review off by saying that I love redamacks and always go out of my way to visit here. However, this trip was particularly odd For starters, my sister ordered a GF bun along with my dad. My dads came out and was clearly GF and marked differently. My sisters was not the same and our server tried to tell us they were both gluten free and it was fine. - it was not and the burger was remade. Second, the server did not bring our drink order out until after our food (alcohol beverage, we did have water). When asked if it was coming she had completely forgotten. I know things get busy but we were ready to leave and she was already gone before we could ask to cancel it. Lastly, we paid in cash (only thing they accept) and were supposed to get $49 and some change back. She brought back $36. We were very confused and when we called her back she had no idea why the mistake was made. She seemed like she was in a hurry overall and too preoccupied with other things to focus on our table Again, overall I love redamacks and the food but everything else this trip kinda overshadowed the great experience. I still enjoyed my velveeta cheeseburger and sweet potato fries but hope the next time I don't have the same experience. read more

Redamak's - Gluten free cheeseburger - Burgers Near Me - New Buffalo, Michigan

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This restaurant is definitely a fun place to stop during a roadtrip. The location isn't too far from the highway. Allowing you to share a nice meal, and continue your journey. The food is very good, not great. The wait staff seem fun and friendly. The portions are good, and the prices don't break the bank. This is a place I'll definitely visit again, if im nearby. read more

Redamak's - Burgers Near Me - New Buffalo, Michigan

We were on our way home from Holland, MI and decided to stop for lunch at Redamak's Tavern which we've heard a lot about. The burgers and fries were good, so we are happy with our decision to give Redamak's Tavern a try. If you go bring cash. They don't take credit cards, but they do provide an ATM. read more

Classic old school family restaurant with a definite vacation destination vibe. Our large party was seated quickly, served pleasantly and taken care of nicely. Although the burgers are listed at just over 5 ounces, they seemed larger! The down side was they were all cooked medium well, which i actually prefer usually, but not as much this time. I had the velveeta cheese burger and it was pretty tasty, as was the regular burger. Condiments were pretty limited and boring. Unfortunately the fries were poorly made frozen fries which your could get at Costco. Presentation for the burgers was a 6" paper plate while some meals had baskets..... kids meals were Mac and cheese and small burgers which the kids liked. I'm glad I visited once..... read more

Three stars was generous. We had two burgers with fries and mozzarella sticks. The sticks were great, as we're the fries. We had high expectations since there were great reviews online. Not sure if they just had a bad day however the burgers were both beyond dry unfortunately. We waited 30 minutes on a bust Saturday to get take out and ate it right in the parking lot right away. To make make a fuss and since we were short on time, we simply ate the burgers. They were barely edible. Hopefully they can continue to improve and live up to the local greatness they have gotten to. read more

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This is a cute road side spot with History. Wasn't my thing food wise. I have no complaints but honestly nothing to really compliment either. Other tables had big smiles.. read more

I grew up going to Redamak's. My parents tell stories of my brother and I begging quarters from random other tables when we ran out of change to play video games after the meal was over, while the adults enjoyed a pitcher of beer. It was my ace-in-the-hole date when I was in high school to drive 40 minutes to get here and then walk out on the New Buffalo pier. So don't mind me if my review has a hint of "get off my lawn" nostalgia. The burgers have always been the burger by which I judge every other place - juicy, meaty, with delicious fake processed cheese product melted on top and a hearty slice of raw onion. While they feel a bit thinner than they used to and the buns have changed for the worse, the burgers are still fantastic. The fried appetizer sampler used to be naughty exciting differentiator between this and other burger spots - I find the mushrooms to be lacking and the french fries to be soggy and soft rather than crispy. Still yummy, but not what I remember. We ordered milkshakes (one cheesecake and one chocolate)and they were excellent. I feel like the place used to be an arcade in addition to a restaurant - they've consolidated two game rooms down to one and the remaining one feels a bit lame. That might be the nostalgic curmudgeon in me speaking. read more

Food is average. Chili is terrible. Burger and fries are greasy. Service is good. Ambiance is cool. Very overrated. Tourist attraction. Not recommended. read more

Been here a few times over the years, usually after spending time in the Dunes. I'll be thr first to say that this place is pretty good, but it doesn't live up to the hype and expectations. First frustrating thing is no cards, only cash. That's basically unacceptable in this day in age. I haven't come here once because I didn't have any cash on me. But when I am here, the staff is friendly. It is usually busy but I never waited too long. One time we ordered and the food came out quicker than expected. Each time I ordered food, I enjoyed it, but it was never mind-blowing. Don't have much more to say. It's worth trying, but maybe not worth having the 'famous' title. read more

Took a party of 20 here 3pm on Sunday. They say 45-60min. Acceptable. We got in about 30 minutes later. EVERYTHING was PERFECT. Everybody's food was perfect and timely. Hands down the best burger on any strip of Lake Michigan and many more. Today we spread my fathers ashes where he wished. Our experience here today was top notch and we were and are forever customers. We are also from Northwest Indiana and you are a well known destination in out area. Also, your fried apples are deeply missed. read more

Redamak's - Triple velveta with bacon on a pretzel bun . - Burgers Near Me - New Buffalo, Michigan

We stopped by during a trip to Michigan. We loved it. We started with mini corn dogs, which were delicious. The burgers and cheese fries were great. Our waitress was also wonderful, friendly and speedy. Absolutely worth the stop by! I can' wait to come back again! read more

I have been here one time just to try it out and I have to say, the chicken sandwich I ordered was pretty good but the meat was dry and really hard to chew. The service was okay but the real problem lies with the atmosphere. Here are a few pointers: 1. The decor is an absolute mess. You have an old time section in one area and a sports bar theme in another area plus you have these two Greek god and goddess tablets in where the atrium area of the restaurant is. It's like. which is it?! 2. You have like a medieval weapon hanging off the ceiling of where I sat. that is another thing I question. So yeah I will never come here again. read more

I love this place. It's my rite of summer every year for a burger and Oberon. Not fancy or special but it's just that ritual and feeling of walking into this place on a hot summer day. Good quality fresh meat. Great service. read more

Not like it used to be, staff is not the friendliest. Younger kids are snobby when you ask for assistance, they also give you looks like their shit doesn't stink and are always gathered around chatting when people come in.(seen it plenty of times) Burgers are on the dry side with hardly no flavor. You get charged for sides that should come with a darn burger. Not sure why this is such a hot place in this town. Food is way to pricey. We found a new place to go in Galien, small bar with amazing burgers and cheese balls. Bungalow is our go to now when we come to town. read more

I really wanted to try this place. What a let down! The burgers are cooked well done so, dry! A burger (the size of a regular McDonald's hamburger) is $8.75 . Fries are $8.50 extra! My husband's specialty burger was nothing special. Again, very dry because they only cook burgers well done. So, if you want a juicy burger, you will not get it here ! People who said these burgers are great have probably never had a really good burger! Honestly, you can get a better burger at your local 7-eleven or gas station! read more

OVER. RATED. The only thing legendary here are the gullible tourists that wait forever for crummy food. Every five years or so I get talked into going here and every time i confirm how weak this place is. The burgers are way overdone and dry. One could brake windows with them. The service is very slow and indifferent. It baffles me what people see in this place. Also, they don't take credit cards. Restaurants that don't take credit cards remind me of people who don't believe in vaccines. It's crazy. Woof... read more

My family and I have been coming here ever since I was a little girl. I think not only is the burger AMAZING but I love coming here in the summer waiting on a table with everyone coming here to eat from the beach. The burger is a must have with fries and a side of cheese. If you get anything else you would be doing yourself a disservice. read more

Redamak's - Burgers Near Me - New Buffalo, Michigan

Overpriced. And cash only. My first visit to Redamak's actually occurred on the first day they were open for the year (March 1, 2015). If you're traveling through during the winter, this place is shut down. When we arrived, the parking lot was packed. A good sign. There's a ton of seating. It's casual dining for sure. The walls are paneled with wood. There's no discernible decorating scheme. Anything and everything is slapped on the walls. Here's what we ordered... * Onion Rings ($6) - Nothing special and an absurdly small portion for that much money. * Curly Fries ($4.25) - They were supposed to have been seasoned, but they were pretty bland. Tasted like they were just frozen Ore-Ida variety. * Cheeseburger with provolone ($5.75) - This was the best thing I tasted at Redamak's. Nothing amazing, to be sure, but pretty good. They don't ask you how you want your burger cooked, they just fire it up and cook it to eliminate any pink. They also put an entire cross-section of an onion on your bottom bun. That was interesting. * Six Boneless Chicken Wings ($6.50) - Pathetic and sad. These were dry little nuggets. Definitely not worth more than $1 each. Total ripoff. * An Oreo Blast ($3.75) - This is their version of the Dairy Queen Blizzard, except Redamak's ice cream was really soupy and watery to begin with. They do get points for having the Oreo pieces still be crunchy, though. If you want a frosty treat in this area, drive a little south to Oink's Dutch Treat. You'll be happier. I feel like the only reason Redamak's exists is because there's a vacuum for this kind of family dining in the New Buffalo area. The food isn't special and the sides are wildly overpriced. The menu is huge, which may be a plus for picky eaters. But as you'd learn from any episode of Restaurant Impossible or Kitchen Nightmares, a giant menu is also a sign that there's very little care put into any one dish. Most things are simply frozen dishes reheated before serving. I believe that's the case with Redamak's. Mostly bland food at absurd prices. I won't return. read more

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"The Legendary" VELVEETA CHEESE BURGER w/Fries - $5.25 If you've ever driven Interstate 94 Eastbound toward Detroit, you've seen the billboards for Redamak's as you enter into Michigan from Indiana. For years, I had driven by, always seeing this billboard which talks about their "legendary" food. I had no idea their slogan was "The "Hamburger" that made New Buffalo, MI famous". Well, Redamak's will ALWAYS have my vote. And I will ALWAYS make time as I drive through. New Buffalo, MI is one of those sleepy little beach towns. It's located just over the Indiana/Michigan Border on Lake Michigan itself. Just like any beach community, there's not much going on in the winter; however, once the summer hits, look out! Whether you're a beach bum, water baby or just enjoying the sites, hit up Redamak's. The roadside diner, was, and still is, known for it's family atmosphere, value, service, and quality. read more

Redamak's - "The Legendary" VELVEETA CHEESE BURGER w/Fries - Burgers Near Me - New Buffalo, Michigan

Friendly and fast service! We had the lunch special - burger, fries and a drink for a great price! The food was yummy - we had the velveeta burgers, fries and Cole slaw. Be aware that they do not take credit cards but they do have an ATM if you need cash. Highly recommend checking it out if you're in the area. read more

Came here on a Friday night and did not have to wait. The burgers are tasty. Not gourment by any means, but enjoyable. The pickles are excellent. I went for the cheddar burger with grilled oninons. Yum. The chips were enough for two people to share. Decent beer choices. Really don't like that it is cash only. Free parking. read more

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This is a must stop place if you're in the New Buffalo area. Had the double velveeta cheeseburger, which is one of my favorite all-time burgers. I've been here several times and this would definitely be a 5-star, but sometimes the wait to get in is ridiculous. Today I went there on a Monday at 230 PM with 3 people and waited 35 minutes. That's not bad, but waits can often be over an hour. read more

Redamak's - Restaurant - Burgers Near Me - New Buffalo, Michigan

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Ah, Redamak's. I've been coming here since I was a toddler, and I don't think it's changed at all since. Sometimes, that's a good thing. I came here with my dad as we did a border-run to Michigan most recently, and it was a nice burst of nostalgia. My dad got a double velveeta cheeseburger with fries ($6.75). He said it was just as good as he remembered. I got a buffalo bacon burger with cheese that they had on special, and it was delicious. I also got an order of fried pickles, which were delicious as always ($5.50). Redamak's is a greasy spoon that does one thing really, really well, and that is their burgers. Everything else you can expect to be fried and not house made most of the time. If you don't mind that (and I usually don't- it's still freaking good!), then this is right up your alley. They also have cheesecake milkshakes that are really good. The service was really bad last time I was here though. The waitress seemed to forget that we existed, and it took FOREVER for her to come back with a box, and then another 20 minute wait or so for us to get the bill. Service is usually fast and friendly, so I don't know what her deal is. Worth noting: cash only! There is an ATM on property, but they do NOT accept credit cards. read more

Redamak's - Cash only - Burgers Near Me - New Buffalo, Michigan