We were on our way home to Lansing and picked this place at random and we're so glad we did! We're…read moregoing to be sure to stop here when we venture to the UP from now on! The gentleman who served us was simply a delight and you can hear his love for his community and this bar when he speaks which made our entire dining experience so much more enjoyable! Food -- My husband ordered the Mushroom and Swiss burger and it was cooked perfectly, seasoned perfectly, and super juicy -- he particularly appreciated that they toasted the bun. I ordered the whitefish basket and was very happy that the breading wasn't overly thick and overpowering, but the tarter sauce was worth writing this review and I could have brought some home with me! We ordered the whitefish dip for an appetizer, which was fabulous, but I'm not sure the chips were the best pairing. Decor -- There are antique tools on the wall that are really fun to look at and guess what they were used for (some we have at home and still use), There's a much more modern boxing machine and games for kids, too. Bathroom -- A little awkward, I'm not sure a wheelchair user without assistance would be able to swing the shape of the bathroom. I did have a chuckle that there's a "men's" room and a just not men's room (it was whited out). Overall, an absolute delight and great place to be able to stretch our legs and get some good food. We don't drink, so I can't tell you anything about the alcohol -- but I hear their Shirley Temples are famous!

Went for a Friday night dinner at the bar. We got a beer and captian coke. I got a side salad with…read moreranch that was very fresh. We shared a pizza. 10/10 recommend. The crust was yummy with the seeds. Pizza was very good. Owner/manager did give us free touch tunes credits which was fun to play some music!

Lone Wolf Saloon is now Bates bar and grill. It is on highway 2 in Gould City. It is a great UP…read morebar. It has great burgers and made from scratch pizza. The new owners have updated their kitchen equipment, chairs and carpet. The place is clean and the staff is helpful. Maybe not the best looking from the road. But great food and thoughtful management.

This is a very good restaurant. They have great pizza's and everything else we tried was very good…read more We have been several times. Ok from the outside you might drive past, and from the inside say oh my... The flame carpet is a bit over the top but the owners are great and the food, prices, and company is really good. It is strangely welcoming and a favorite of locals.

Cute place with decent eats. The decor was lovely for the season and the staff were welcoming and…read moreattentive. The food was good, no complaints. The restaurant was clean and quaint. The majority of the seating is at high top tables or the bar.

What an unexpected delight!…read more My kids and I had been visiting the garden Peninsula and did not have any concrete plans for our dinner. Once again yelp came through and we found this place in Manistique. The bear selection is extensive and impressive. In the end I went with a short glass of cider. It was nice and crisp and had the right flavor balance. Very refreshing on a warm day. The tap burger was an inspired creation. I loved the use of balsamic and bacon jam. The burger itself was perfectly cooked with a pink center that wasn't bloody. We also enjoyed a plate of garlic cheese balls prior to the entrée, very well-made and lightly breaded without being too greasy . The service was terrific and we had at least two people visit our table while we were there. The room is boisterous and energetic and they benefit mightily from having the high ceiling which gives you a nice spacious feel. I would love to come back someday.

We had a great experience here. Katie was our server and she couldn't have been better! Part of…read moreour party had the house made root beer, that is really good. She gave us samples of the cream soda without us requesting it. It was delicious as well. She also gave me a sample of the stout beer with cream soda in it that really added to the flavor! We shared an order of scotch eggs that were ok. I had the Greek Gemstone pizza, that was delicious!! The BBQ ribs and pork chop dinner was also said to be very good. It a nice bar & grill. It decorated very nicely. But our server Katie really made our meal special. The prices were very reasonable.

We have enjoyed The Dunes Saloon forever as we have deep family history & a family home in town. I…read moreused to love getting the cream soda as a kid, but I've definitely graduated to being a fan of the beer. You cant go wrong with the pizza - sometimes it gets a little burnt (I'm not a fan of a very toasty pie, so this is very sad when it happens!) I also love their popcorn. They often have good specials on the board - got a great turkey club this summer! Their ranch is usually very good, too. I don't eat fish, personally, but everybody I know likes the whitefish options. Their house salad is good and comes with a lot of toppings, I do miss the ole salad bar. :'( As for the beer, I love their blueberry blonde. Their Harvest was GREAT but I never saw that this fall, not sure if I just missed it. (Please make that more!) I'm not a huge malty fan, so sometimes it is slim pickings (they only have space for a handful on tap at a time), but there is usually an option of two for me on tap. They do also have a full bar if you're more picky than I am or are just a fan of canned drinks/cocktails. The service is almost always good even if it can be a smidge slow at times. It can sometimes also be quite a wait for a table (with nowhere really to wait inside), it is only really a bummer to have no tables available when they won't open the back room, though. :/ Otherwise, it's understandable! Overall, I'm sure some of my love is nostalgia and vibes, but it really is a great option in town. *They do live music sometimes, the jukebox was free when we were in in the fall, so that was fun, too.

We enjoyed finding this local option. Nicely stocked and maintained grocery store. Freshly made…read moresalads, baked goods, cold sandwiches and wraps. Everything you might want for lunch or for your day outing. Happy to find Great Lakes kettle cooked Michigan cherry barbecue chips. Our motel didn't provide breakfast so we made a second visit back the next day.

This is a very nice grocery store with a nice selection of fruit, vegetables and general grocery…read moreitems. Impressive walk in beer cooler, well stocked.

We arrived when they opened on a Thursday afternoon. They bartender was super kind and happy to…read moreserve us. We were the only ones in the outdoor area. All of the beers that we tried were good. My husband enjoyed Smokey the Beer and Fete de la biere was my favorite of the ones that I tried We ordered pizza and it was frozen pizza which we didn't realize from the menu. We were both hungry and were happy to eat anything. It was a little disappointing. Their outdoor area is dog friendly.

Great selection of beer options and fast and courteous service. They offer pizzas from a Marquette…read morepartner, Smelted. The Goat Yoga Pizza was superb; wish we could have tried others (if only more room in my stomach!). Nice seating area inside; tables and bar options. Bus your own table and order at bar. Kid friendly.

I love bars like this. I was on a trip with one of my friends. We decided to try the Keyhole…read moreafter another restaurant did not no meet our expectations. (I wanted to go to the Keyhole as my first choice but was overruled) I had the steak hoagie with onion rings, and he had the white fish dinner. Both were very good. We sat at the bar to eat and the bartender was great. The food was delivered quickly and there were lots of TVs to watch as you ate. I will be going back next time I am in Mackinaw City!

When checking in to our hotel we asked the front desk receptionist for the best place to eat…read moredinner. She said hands down, The Keyhole Bar & Grill. It did not disappoint at all. We both had fish, my wife the walleye and me the whitefish. (I had it blackened and it was a couple extra bucks though. I've never seen additional fee for blackened.) BUT nonetheless it was EXTREMELY delicious. They also had a wide variety of craft beers. It was crowded but got in after only about a 5 minute wait. (too cold for the outside seating area). We were in the back by the pool table but wasn't too bad and not too loud so we could carry on a conversation. Alicia our waitress was extremely nice and the service was extremely quick considering how busy it was. So, our front desk receptionist was absolutely correct. HANDS DOWN !

Pond Hill Farm never misses--and last night was no exception. From start to finish, everything was…read morethoughtful, elevated, and absolutely delicious. The smashburgers were perfectly executed--juicy, flavorful, and layered with the kind of detail you can taste in every bite. The chicken wings had that ideal balance of crisp and tenderness, and the potato salad? Comforting, creamy, and done right. But the real standout for me was the cannoli pizza--creative, indulgent, and completely unforgettable. Beyond the food, what truly sets Pond Hill Farm apart is the experience. The atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and effortlessly charming--exactly what you want for a night out in Northern Michigan. As a fellow local business, I also deeply appreciate how supportive they are of the community. It means something--and it shows in everything they do. If you haven't been, go. And if you have, you already know.

This place is fun! There are donkeys and goats, tons of stuff to do with kids, squash shooting out…read moreof huge air guns, entertainment, and good pizza. We were there during dueling piano night. It was pretty crowded, but the folks behind the bar were doing a great job of getting everyone served. We waited about an hour for our pizza, but we were okay with that. We shopped the little market and took pictures of the beautiful flowers. If you're staying in Petoskey or Harbor Springs, it's worth the pretty drive.

The family and I decided to try out a local spot at Manistique right after walking the pier to the…read morelight house. Got there when they opened. Not sure if that was a good thing or a bad thing. The bartender was friendly. The only redeeming food star was my daughter's Chicken Alfredo. We all liked that! However the rest of the entrées were a let down. My son's penne pasta with chicken lacked pesto and chicken. My wife's Caesar salad was in her words, "nothing special." My Greek salad with lemon vinaigrette had no lemon flavor whatsoever. My chicken may have been trying to identify as croutons. Yikes! Everyone's chicken portions were so small I'm not sure if they were for a toddler or a really small bird. Most of the food was a letdown. Drinks mioght be considered a redeeming factor and encouraged my review to push from a 2 star to a 3 star: Blueberry Tart Lager - liked it, I'd order it again Manistique Lager - exactly what you'd expect in a Vienna Lager by BJCP style standards I just wasn't feelin' it. Hazy IPA - was lackluster like a dusty old surfboard Blood Orange Seltzer - my risk-it-for-the-biscuit choice ...oddly satisfying. It tasted a little like a creamsicle. My wife's blackberry cider was on point. Send it to us trolls down in the lower peninsula. Kids enjoyed "homemade" root beer. All in all, we spent around $90. I expected more for lunch at that price point especially from place where they claim everything is made from scratch except the BBQ sauce and Caesar dressing.

The pizza was good but they were very cheap on topping and seem very rush, my friend only good 6…read morepieces of sausage and there were 6 pieces of pizza, way less topping then the picture on the website especially for $2.50. Didn't seem like they had enough people working and were overall really busy. The place had a nice vibe.

We went for the grand opening of the newly named Belvedere Grand (formerly Chamberlin's Ole Forest…read moreInn). It was a wonderful experience! We started in the bar and had delicious cocktails and wine. The staff was friendly and welcoming. Our dinner in the dining room was absolutely delicious. And again, such wonderful treatment on the part of the staff. The views are beautiful, the venue is historically significant, and the overall experience is not to be missed.

We hope they can improve. Service was extremely slow. Food was fair. We miss the old Chamberlins…read more Not sure how they can survive with such limited hours and continued service