Our Michigan friends have brought us to explore Glen Arbor and on our way back, we desperately needed food. We decided to try this place and were surprisingly blown away! Being a burger joint, we obviously ordered everything but the burgers lol. We had a long trip ahead and didn't wanna feel too greasy but looking over at other tables later, the burgers looked delicious. I got the peach salad that came with curried pumpkin seeds and shredded asiago and croutons. I added grilled chicken for $4. I wished there were some fresh peaches on it but the salad was tossed in a peach dressing instead. The croutons also tasted like fried pieces of sandwich bread. I will say, I was so pleasantly surprised by how delicious this salad was! Holy cow, after a few days of camping, having vegetables was one thing, having this salad changed my outlook on life. My fiancé was a little saddened by the fact that we will be no where near this place (from Connecticut) becuase he thoroughly enjoyed his brisket wrap. Maybe it's the Mid Western charm and hospitality, but our experience was so great. After getting the bill, our waiter (who had two colored socks on and my friend thought he only had one, but alas, one sock was just black while the other was a hot pink) offered us our drinks to go and brought us back a full cup of iced tea and Dr Pepper. Our table of four left with a $70 bill which was fantastic, given that the food also satiated us to the best degree. All the way from CT, I wanna say: thank you Michigan. And thank you to the Gnarly Heifer, even though we did not taste your Heif. read more

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Gnarly burger perfectly cooked. Gnarly sauce made the burger along with caramelized onions.

Kind of a small space but the food and staff were great! I tried the Monster Mash special, which is a double smashburger with sauteed onions and mushrooms and some sauces cut in half and planted face down in a pile of mashed potatoes! Delish! Don't forget to get your doggo a "puppy patty" (unseasoned burger patty) too! Tracker was in heaven on the ride home! Woof! read more

Okay guys, this is THE one. Cozy space, welcoming staff and ethically sourced food. Best meal we have had in a long time. We came here on the way home from a short vacation up north and Yelp guided us to this gem. We had no idea what to expect, but felt a calm come over us upon entering this bright and well decorated establishment with real plant clippings and healthy food options. I immediately vibed with the chalk board menu and daily specials. The waitress was down to earth and kind. It felt like a bohemian diner that was kid friendly. You guys... the food! Everyone cleared their plates. They made their fries from scratch. My carrot ginger soup hit the spot for a cold day along with my delicious veggie dipping sandwich. My hubby devoured his juicy burger and even their soda had a healthy undertone, marketed as "prebiotic grape soda." This place is not around the corner from us, but if it was... we'd be regulars! Definitely on our radar the next time we find ourself near Whitehall. read more

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Do yourself a favor and go get a burger here! I had an event in town and stopped by for a REAL burger, bun and all. At first it looked heavy on the lettuce, but it wasn't -it was perfect. I created my own with a single patty + cheddar, bacon and all the fixins. A server will come out to take your order whether you sit inside or out. You only order at the counter if you want it to go. Seating inside was pretty full, but I wanted to sit outside anyway since they offer plenty of shade. If there is a wait for indoor seating, they have a board for you to sign in at the door. They always seem to be busy (for good reason), so I apparently hit it at a good time... I was literally the only person on the patio. Good, kind people who don't mess around when it comes to good food and service. Great staple for Whitehall. read more

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The best burger of my life? Perfectly smashed, incredible flavor. Got their standard burger topped as is. Picked it up and took it to the brewery down the street (they didn't have food yet at lunchtime). Love that they don't throw your fries for online orders in until you come in to pick it up. Slows the process down the littlest bit, but well worth it and I respect the commitment to quality. If I pass through Whitehall again or anywhere within 20 miles I'm going back for the Gnarly Heifer. read more

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The flavor of the food was exceptional. Everyone working was welcoming and friendly. There isn't a lot of seating inside but there is more outside seating when the weather permits. We will definitely be back. read more

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Update...no improvement on getting served fries and burgers at the same time. It's a simple thing that they just suck at even for take out.

Best burger I've had in a very long time! This place is worth the drive to go to! The inside is small but there is a large patio and the service is great! read more

Great burgers. Amazingly good fries. Quick and friendly service. This is a perfect place to take out of town guests. Nice outdoor seating area read more

Awesome with a capital A, bodacious brisket burger is the best burger I've ever eaten.

This is a burger joint at its finest. The inside is small and quaint! The staff is very attentive and was very approachable! They were there to make sure you were happy with the food and the service. I had the Gnarly Burger, it was fantastic! Cooked to perfection. The bacon on the burger was high quality and thick slices. read more

It's been two weeks since returning home to California and we are still talking about the Gnarly Heifer. We decided to come here on a whim and almost didn't to check out Whitehall, what a disappointment if we didn't. We tried their Truffle Fries, delicious then, delicious cold or reheated later. I had the brisket burger which lasted two meals and was so HUGE. My brother tried the special which was beyond amazing. We were so impressed and it was our favorite place in our 10 day still in Michigan from Grand Rapids to Holland to Whitehall, this was the best. read more

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The food was delicious I got the wrap and it was amazing still thinking about it, the meat was flavor was well cook the burger my husband got he said the sauce that was on ot was wonderful. The truff fries yummy , the service was good and people were nice and the place was small so get there early if you want lunch. We will be back. read more

Good burger. I had the olive def worth it. Comparable to Culver's. But not quite We loved the name. And recommended by the folks at the Wood read more

My partner and I stopped here for lunch on a Saturday while heading up north, and we were so glad we did! I had the "Hold the Beef" falafel burger - absolutely delicious - and he loved his brisket burger. The fries were my favorite: thin-cut, perfectly crispy and golden-dark, with their special gnarly sauce that's insanely good. The service was also top-notch - super friendly and welcoming. We'll definitely be back! read more

The food at this place is absolutely incredible! The beef they serve comes from local farms, and The French fries are crispy and delicious. I would 10000000000% recommend this restaurant The service here is exceptionally warm and inviting. Plus, the interior is beautiful, especially the dinosaurs! read more

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Fantastic gnarly burger. From the bottom to top of the bun every tast was yummy. I recommend using the Guy Feiri hunch to eat this burger. Perfect beef burger patties hanging over the bun, bacon, cheese, and a true gnarly sauce. Service was on point and we dined outside on a warm March evening. read more

Cozy local place with amazing food. Tonight was our 2nd visit and it was as good as I remembered. We had cowgirl chili, fries, a coney dog, and a dog topped with Mac and Cheese and bbq. Fresh and creative with unique flavors. Staff were attentive and sweet. read more

Best food we've eaten in a really long time! It was so above and beyond. Just good food that makes you feel warm and gushy. Our family of six loved every single thing we got. We all had something different. We tried 3 different fries. All were amazing. Even the basic fries. The service was awesome - literally everyone was great. They even had dinosaur toys for our 3 year old to play with while we were there. It was just a great experience. Please do yourself a favor and go. Even if you have to drive out of the way. I promise it's worth it. I wouldn't be surprised to find them on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives in the future! read more

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As soon as we sat down we were told they ran out of fries and tater tots. And all they had was Brussels sprouts. We were sat outside on a sticky unclean table the past customers food and check were still waiting on the table. The waiter was extremely rude to us and ignored us as we were talking to him. The food was mediocre, and again no fries or tots... yet he kept bringing them out to all the other people... the young man did explain if you want fries don't come on a Saturday. Not impressed at all save your time and money go to Culver's..(it's better) read more

Great fries and Tots. The Finish line was very good for a smash style burger. The mushroom burger was good and would be ordered again

Great place to grab a burger, lots of options. Great seating area good for a summer day. Service was quick and tentative.

Very Nice! Totally unexpected and exceeded expectations. This burger place has an awesome burger and menu. The wings were exceptional appetizer. Prepared first by smoking and then dipped and fried for an amazing taste paired with gnarly sauce. Gnarled burger was really good. The patty is smashed and seasoned then with the added accoutrements...delicious. Brisket taco special was really good too with fries. Really enjoyed the outdoor seating and the service was exceptional by the friendly and bubbly Courtney who was really attentive and informative on the menu. Five Stars. Ask for Courtney. read more

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The Gnarly Heifer is a great addition to the White Lake area. The "Moo Mac" is my favorite item on the menu. The brisket has a sweeter taste and is delicious. The truffle fries are also great as an appetizer. The staff are all so kind and outgoing. The pricing may seem expensive to some, but considering the rising inflation rates, the cost of meat, and the larger portions, it is so worth it. The restaurant also has a rotating burger special that varies each week as well as different soup specials. If you visit when the macaroni and cheese soup is available, get the biggest size you can get because it is amazing! Overall a great atmosphere with an option to sit outside too under a shaded area! read more

The Gnarly Heifer - "Moo Mac" - Macaroni and cheese topped with brisket - Hot Dogs Near Me - Whitehall, Michigan

Just terrific food and excellent customer service. The special sandwiches are worth the 20 minute drive it takes to make it here. read more

By far the best burgers I have ever had!!! Good service. I only wish the place was bigger. Everyone is friendly.

ummmm ok best veggie burger I've ever had....?!!? we came here on a rainy day and was the perfect vibe for our day. our server was attentive the moment we walked in and very friendly. had the special "Sauce me in sicily" which was a double smash patty (substituted for smashed falafel patties which were DELICIOUS) and came with sauteed mushrooms, grilled tomato, fresh burrata w crispy fried cheese & house marinara. yum yum yum. we live in grand rapids but will return the next time we're in town! read more

Great food. Love the skinny fries and gnarly sauce. Burgers are smash style so expect thin and crispy. Excellent flavor. Very nice staff to make you feel welcome. read more

We found this place while looking for a quick lunch spot for the family. The place is super clean, very modern, and welcoming. We were immediately greeted and seated. The waitress was nice and knowledgeable. The menu wasn't full of a million things. It had basic staple things, like regular burgers, and also different sandwiches and wraps. On the wall is written their burger of the day, which was a burger with goat cheese, arugula, basalmic reduction, herb roasted mushrooms, finished with a fig jam. Everything was made from fresh ingredients and it was phenomenal!! You can pay the bill with your phone. We loved every second! Definitely going back!! read more

This place was great! We even had an issue with our order (got mustard instead of mayo) and they corrected it without question! Staff was super friendly. Prices were great. The food was A M A Z I N G and I can't recommend it enough! Go support this local business! read more

Not much seating, especially inside. Hugely popular and great food. Highly recommended.

First time here. We got the sliders which were fantastic. Bag of fries were yummy too. Strongly recommend the Gnarly Heifer. The young man that helped with my pick up was very kind and very courteous. We will be back very soon read more

Fun, happy place to eat. And great food to boot! Friendly owner personally made the experience wonderful.

Stop reading this review, hop in the car and head straight to The Gnarly Heifer... Hands down one of the best burgers I've ever had. Our table tried the gnarly, the rowdy rancher and the shroomilicious burger. They were ALL phenomenal. Truffle fries were delicious, as well. The food was amazing but the service was top notch. I wish I had gotten her name, she was the owners daughter, she was unbelievably kind. We're from North Carolina but the next time we're in MI to visit family, this will definitely be a must stop. read more

The Gnarly Heifer - Rowdy Rancher Burger - Hot Dogs Near Me - Whitehall, Michigan

We stopped here after a day at Michigan Adventures and we had the most amazing smash burgers, fantastic service, and we loved sitting at the outdoor picnic tables. The inside was cool ambiance, too. Will definitely go back! read more

If you're looking for a place to eat in Whitehall this is by far your best options. Excellent burger & wings with 5 star service

Welcome home! Well it feels like that when you dine here. Hands down one of the most delicious burgers I've ever had. Got the shroomalicious burger and I cant stop ordering it when I go. The shoestring hand cut french fries are what the doctor ordered. My mouth is watering thinking about it! Oh my its Yummy!! The owner and staff are so nice!! They even have water dishes on the outside patio for the four legged patrons who come with their owners. Cant miss this place if you come through town. read more

We got food to go from here, though I wish we could've eaten in the restaurant. My friend and I split the Shroomilicious burger and it was phenomenal. We also had the truffle fries, which were very good...they were a little soggy, but I think that was due to the fact we got take out and had to reheat them. Lots of good-sounding options on the menu --we'd love to go back! read more

Amazing hamburgers and fries, vegetarian options and chicken substitution instead of hamburger available. Dog friendly outdoor seating. Friendly and efficient staff. read more