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    SaugaTaco

    4.7 (71 reviews)
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    SAUGATACO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Touristy
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Michael Q.

    Really enjoyed our first Saugataco (great name BTW) run. The zero tip policy is unique and had zero (service) effect. Staff was friendly and did their best to reduce ticket times; we arrived at the end of a big dinner rush. The nacho plate is HUGE and definitely meant for two people. Hey, we did our best. Salsa sampler was fresh and on point. Margaritas were tasty and perfectly nailed all the mixing ratios. Great addition to our downtown restaurant scene.

    Bbq pork taco and beef taco
    Kelli K.

    I LOVE this place! I especially loved the sign out front that told you exactly what to do! Tacos were really great, and there were a lot of options for the pescatarians/vegetarians who do not like beans of any kind, which is hard to find at some taco places . The place was super cute and there was lots of seating both inside and outside. I would recommend this place to literally anyone!

    Ground beef and chicken tacos with greens and cheese added
    Mackenzie L.

    SUCH a cute little spot. The staff were all SO wonderful, and I loved the casual, yet still well done vibes. Even though it is a counter order style restaurant, the service is still prompt and helpful if you need anything at all! The owner was working on a catering order at the counter, and he mentioned his wife was in the kitchen as the chef. We had 4 different tacos between each of us: 3 regular ones (steak fajita, ground beef, and chicken), and one of the specials, which was a poke bowl inspired dish. We both had drinks, which were strong but tasteful. While we were sitting, we noticed several people getting the 4 pack of Sauga-Taco lavender lemonade cans. I can understand the hype! I cannot recommend the food, drinks, or ambiance enough, plus it's a lot of food for the price!

    David M.

    Great spot to grab a bite. Nice beer selection. I went the NA route and had a tasty October fest from Athletic. We had a large gathering and it was an order at the counter situation. Grabbed the pork tacos and added some unique pico. It was heavy on delicious tomatoes and crispy cucumbers. The dips included guacamole, queso and a black bean. All were delicious and rounded out be meal. The owner was very pleasant and kind. In fact all staff had exceptional attitudes and were very helpful. There's a strict ask for no gratuity. I assume staff s well taken care of as this showed no signs of impeding the exceptional service. A deduction of a star as it seemed to be Michigan style Mexican food and not what in familiar with in California. Would absolutely repeat. Yet another bonus as much of the food arrived in compostable fashion. There was a clearly marked receptacle and most patrons seemed to understand and follow the process. A repeat stop for sure. They had both indoor and outdoor seating. A very clean establishment.

    Classic tacos: ground beef and BBQ Pork
    Letitia J.

    We got two classic tacos: ground beef and pork. Both were good and filled up the tummies. The beef was interesting; it was on the oily side (like it was partially dripping with oil) but I didn't mind it all too much. It definitely tasted homemade. It was nice and light, and I appreciated the care that went into it. If you are craving for some tacos, this is a good place to go to and check out! Cool vibe; there is indoor and outdoor seating. I was surprised that this place doesn't take tips (at the time I am writing this). But the working behind the counter was super sweet and nice.

    Fish & Chips Taco

    Try the Fish & Chips taco!! While all of the tacos we tried were great (Mom's Ground Beef, BBQ Jackfruit, and a vegan Mushroom Fajita special), my husband and I agreed that the Fish & Chips was our favorite! The spiked lavender lemonade was really good! We enjoyed the outside seating and the service was excellent! The cashier was really friendly and helpful!

    Shawna P.

    The food and service was amazing!! The guac was I will definitely be back next time I'm in Saugatuck!

    The Works
    Amy J.

    This place is an absolute gem! If you haven't been, do yourself a favor and go. First off, the black bean dip with carmelized onion dip layered on top is AMAZING. It's creamy, flavorful, and the perfect start to the meal. I could honestly eat it by the spoonful! We also had the Works Nachos and the Goat cheese and Mango Empanadas, and they were out-of-this-world good as well. From start to finish, everything was perfection. Great vibes, amazing food and friendly service. Can't wait to go again!

    House Sangria - raspberry with white wine
    Jen T.

    Loved it! I ordered the tofu tacos, which are 2 to an order. The tofu was crispy and the sauces were perfect. Great for vegetarians and vegans as they had jackfruit options too. I may go back tomorrow and try those but I would order the tofu ones again! Husband has the coconut shrimp taco, said it was delicious. Also love that everything was compostable!

    Poke taco but instead of Poke, STEAK.

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    11 months ago

    The food and drinks were absolutely out of this world. I highly suggest the nachos. They are a great x of everything there!!

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    Great place - all the tacos were good and so was the bean dip. Make sure you try the ghost pepper sauce! Also, owner has an awesome name!

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    Great fast casual spot! Food quality is great and service is fast. Loved the drink options too.

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    The fish taco's are outstanding! Quick service for our lunch and the orders brought to our table outside which was fun for people watching.

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    2 years ago

    Had the coconut shrimp tacos and chips/queso chips and were both good. Also tried the dreamsickle which tasted good as well.

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    11 months ago

    great service and delicious food...came in here ten minutes before close and they were happy to serve us after a disastrous mean in town.

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    2 years ago

    Delicious food and creative menu. The braissed chicken on the salad was very tasty! Staff was incredibly friendly and helpful.

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    food was amazing, great service. restaurant a modern them. kids menu is perfect and great variety of drinks

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    Noble Twist Taphouse - pizza great crust

    Noble Twist Taphouse

    4.4(22 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    While in town for the weekend, we were looking for a place to grab a drink in the evening of our…read morefirst night. With a lot of places closed, we stumbled upon Noble Twist Taphouse. We are so glad we did! We loved it so much we returned our second night, as well! First, while many places closed at 9pm, Noble Twist closed at 10pm. Second, the hostess and bartender were welcoming, kind, and professional. Third, the ambiance is clean, modern, and open. We loved the classy, but not pretentious, vibe since many of the other spots in town have more of a dive-bar vibe. We sat at the bar to watch games on the TV, but there were plenty of tables with chairs, as well. The drinks menu is fabulous! I got a different cocktail each night and loved both. First, the Partridge in a Pine Tree. Second, a Dirty Gin Martini. Both were flavorful, high quality, and boozy. My husband tried the IPA the first night and the Pilsner the second. He loved both! Best of all, prices are reasonable for quality beverages! The menu also had wine and food, but we did not try either. Next time! Noble Twist Taphouse is our new favorite drinking spot in Saugatuck! We look forward to visiting the next time we are in town!

    Solid pies and lives up to the hype. We've heard great things about Noble Twist and swung in after…read morethe dinner rush for some drinks and pies....and we're so glad we did. The Hot Italian (sub mozz) was flavorful, had a sweet sauce, and a chewy crust. While we can't remember the gals' order (see pics), they also loved their pie. The wings (we were curious because our family is from Calabria) were spicy, meaty, and flavorful. Service was friendly, warm, and quick. We look forward to the summertime when we can enjoy Noble's pies on the patio.

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    Phil's Bar & Grille

    Phil's Bar & Grille

    4.2(541 reviews)
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    Apology: I didn't take any pictures of the food because we were hungry and it was delicious…read more We went to Phil's while in town visiting The Dunes for the Miss Gay Michigan America Pageant this weekend. Walking in we were immediately redirected because we didn't notice the please wait to be seated sign that was outside of the door. It would be nice if the sign had been a little more visible or if we had been redirected more kindly. We were sat immediately and even though I tend to hate high tops, the chairs were sturdy and comfortable. Between myself and my friends we ordered the grilled ham and cheese, the nutty salad, and the burger (with cheddar, lettuce, onions, tomatoes, mayo, ketchup, and mustard). We all loved our food and it came out quickly. I ordered my burger medium-well and it was cooked perfectly. Our server was attentive and made sure to refill our water frequently. At the end of our meal they gave us little cups of animal crackers, which was just the cutest touch! Overall loved and would totally return and recommend.

    We originally popped into Phil's Bar & Grille just for a quick drink before our dinner…read morereservation... and yeah, that plan didn't stand a chance. We grabbed seats at the bar, and the place was full of locals which honestly tells you everything you need to know right there. And not just full... but full of the nicest people. The kind of place where you feel like you belong within five minutes. Now let's talk about Jimmy... WOW. Absolute rockstar behind the bar. Not only was he making amazing drinks, but he was also doing his best to convince us to ditch our dinner reservations and stay honestly, he almost had us The drinks were so good we ended up coming back later that night for dessert... because clearly we weren't done yet. But here's the part that got me I casually mentioned it was my birthday weekend, nothing big... and the NEXT DAY while we were walking around downtown, we look up and there's my name on the marquee wishing me a happy birthday. Like... who does that?! That kind of thoughtfulness is just next level and completely made my day. Phil's isn't just a bar--it's a whole experience. Every time we walked by, it was packed, and after being there... I get it. They're doing a lot right. If you're anywhere near Saugatuck--GO. Sit at the bar, order a drink, and just enjoy it. You'll probably end up staying longer than you planned too

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