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!

Amazing place! Was here for the Ironman and the host was a champ! We got the chicken and waffles…read moreand it might be the best CW I've ever had. Clean place and a great vibe all around. Make sure to make a reservation if you're here for an event though ;)

This was the perfect location on a hill across the way from the municipal marina. We had food from…read morethe food truck and had "a prostitute named Carla", excellent! And "let's pretend this never happened ", enjoyed the view and sunset later..

Great drinks, beautiful view but pricey!!! Went for a cocktail and loved it but 16 dollars a drink…read moreis crazy. Would have loved 2 but held off and went somewhere else.

Usually we get take out but we decided to dine in and it was wonderful. We got the best margaritas,…read moreI got the blended mango and my boyfriend got the strawberry one. Then 1/2 price nachos were massive and so good! And we also got the appetizer queso with salsa that was really good as well! 5 stars all around! We were really impressed especially because we know there is a shortage in help lately! Natalie and team are doing a fine job!

This resturant has exactally what you would expect from Frankfort - We sat outside and it was very…read morepleasant. They have an upstairs patio that seems to be permanently closed. When you walk in you get a list of "Rules" (Be Patient, Good Food Takes Time, Etc) They were right. After 15 min we were able to place our drink order and ordered Chips and Guacamole. Chips were super thin couldn't handle the bland, unseasoned Guacamole. Tacos next. Comical. I had the El Pastor and something else unmemorable. 3" tortillas with about a tablespoon of meat each. Average. Waitress was unpersonal and Slow. If you're part of the Rich Lake People and you want some nice drinks with tiny tacos this is right up your alley. If your some poor Father with a hungry family this is probably not your kind of place. Forgettable.

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.

My friends love this place.i went in to check this out and it was very friendly with dart board. A…read moregood beer choices. I didn't take photos but I will next time. The service was very nice and friendly. Nice ambiance.

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.

Had a delicious lunch at the Villa yesterday. Greeted and seated by an owner. Server was…read moredelightful; knowledgeable about the menu items and the special of the day. I had the smash burger. It exceeded my expectations! Cole slaw on the side was tasty. The back deck offers a wonderful view. I'll be back!

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.

Tucked in the adorable beach town of Frankfort this hole in the wall is dark, loud, and cozy all at…read moreonce. The service was okay, not the best we've had, but it could have been a personality issue. The house salad with steak added on was crisp and refreshing, but TINY. Smaller than any house salad I've had in a long time. The clam chowder was worth the drive, however. My daughter ordered a kids meal and said it was "super good." Definitely worth a try when you're in town!

Brunch today was great! The homemade corned beef hash was excellent. The hash browns and bacon were…read moreperfectly crispy. The breakfast sandwich was delicious. The service and atmosphere was friendly and welcoming. The new owners have a lot of fun plans that will make this place a destination.

While up north, I knew I wanted to swing by Iron Fish to purchase some bottles of bourbon…read morebarrel-aged maple syrup (it's reason alone to go). My party suggested we stick around for dinner too, which I wasn't going to object to. I wasn't surprised to hear that we'd have a 35-minute wait on a Saturday. The staff was very accommodating and offered an empty room upstairs to wait and pass the time with some games. We asked if we could order some cocktails, and luckily the answer was yes. We placed an order with the hostess, and she brought those upstairs. Later, when there was a Shirley Temple spill, staff was gracious and whipped up another drink right away. Hospitality deserves five stars alone. What else deserves five stars? The cocktails of course. I had two "hotties," which were perfect with the wintry weather...and smart thinking. Who really wants a cold drink in January? The menu is simple, and much of the food is locally-sourced (huzzah). I vegetarian-ized the Christmas Dinner pizza, and it needed the saltiness/fatiness of the sausage. Still, I'll give points for creativity. Four stars. I get destination vibes from this spot, and I know I'll need to return in the summer months for the most optimal experience...but I was overall impressed with my winter trip. Five stars for Iron Fish Distillery!

I absolutely love this distillery! While the cocktails are top-notch--the Old Fashioned and…read moreManhattan I had on my last visit were perfectly balanced--the food actually stole the show. I tried the Spring Chicken pizza, and it's easily my new favorite. The combination of lemon olive oil, smoked chicken, and that pesto ricotta soprafina is incredible. I come for the drinks, but I'll be returning for the pizza!

Where have you been all my life and why can't I live next door! This place is so cool! The spirits…read moreare fantastic and just love the atmosphere. Servers and bar tenders are knowledge filled and seem to love the craft of cocktail. Was in town when a company rented it out for a private party and I would love to find a reason to come back! Stop, learn and drink! Find a reason to stop into this super cool place!

What a unique spot for very unique cocktails! Staff really knows their beverages and they have a…read moreseason menu that rotates and fall came out this week and while it was warm out drinks especially the Sweater Weather (Carmel apple drink) gave all the fall vibes! The outside area is so nice to sip a drink and chat!

Better than most local pubs! Come weekly to chill out and maybe even win enough to…read morePay for our dinner.

The food was good but nothing special. The vibe is nice high school cafeteria. Being the only…read moresit down option besides the buffet it's the place. Next time it's pizza at the deli which we like! Our server did a nice job.