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    The Outsider

    3.7 (51 reviews)
    ModerateBurgers, Arcades, Bars
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    THE OUTSIDER ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Live music
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials
    Dogs allowed

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    Hot Peck Chicken Sando
    Olivia Y.

    Happened to be in town and went looking for lunch. This is a unique building with half of it being an arcade. Lots of fun Manistee-centric decor. Food: - smash burgers pretty good! They didn't ask, but mine was definitely cooked medium. They have GF buns which is a nice option. Wasn't a fan of the lettuce (just cut it up more finely if you're going to use shredded lettuce) but overall tasted good - chicken sandwich: very tender for such a large piece of chicken. Husband really enjoyed his. - FYI most of the meals come with chips/ you have to pay to upgrade to fries Very familiar friendly with high top high chairs and regular height high chairs. Bathrooms are clean and there's a changing table. We would come back if we were in the area!

    Messy Fries

    Kinda a neat concept with a pinball arcade. We stopped for a burger. The Outsider was a bit greasy and lacked the crust that makes smash burgers so good. Wish the burger was served with fries and not chips. The single burger the same, greasy no crust on the cook. Messy fries were a bit goopy with all the stuff. Next time just plain fries

    Slider Menu

    Arrived a few minutes before two on a Saturday. Nice selection of Pinball machines if you're into that. There's a counter to place your order and they hand you a beeper to let you know when to pick up your food. A short waite to place order. My friend ordered two different hot dogs and I ordered two different sliders. I don't know what hot dogs my friend had, but they sure looked good. I ordered the Lil Outsider and the Firecracker. The hot dogs were $4.50 each and came with fries. The two Sliders were $13.00 and came with Kettle chips. As for taste. My friend said one of his hot dogs had corn ships on it and tasted like a hot dog Taco. My Sliders were pretty awesome! A little pricey, too. The dining area was a little chilly, with it being right next to a garage door. Or the heat in there wasn't working good? Had to wear a coat to eat.

    Best pinball in town

    My family and I love the Outsider. They have amazing burgers, salads and a variety of items to go or for delivery. They also have the largest selection of pinball machines around.

    Most charred smash burger I've ever been served. Entire patty black and crunchy. Server stated they were under age so had no clue on beers served in response to my questions on flavor description. Note review edited to remove word carcinogenic after yelp notified I cannot embellish, exaggerate or make unproven comments on business operations and my review could have legal ramifications.

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    Dano R.

    What a great idea in the middle of downtown Manistee. Spacious, clean area to enjoy a real "old school" arcade. They have a bar where you can order a refreshing adult beverage as well as decent menu to get a bite to eat. A great place to take the kids on a day where the weather isn't the best for the beach or anything outside.

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    Jon F.

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    2 years ago

    Very fun place to eat. Great food! Would highly recommend. Will be taking our dog next time to hang out with us.

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    2 years ago

    Great food. I felt like an insider. Most likely because it's June 1st....................................................

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    2 years ago

    TERRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE. Pathetic. One server walked out while we were waiting for our food. Took almost 90 minutes to get our food.

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    3 years ago

    Great food! Fantastic location with indoor and outdoor seating. Service was fantastic. Also....a room full of Pinball Machines!!!

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    3 years ago

    Great food. The pinball machines are fun. Service is okay. The atmosphere is pretty cool.

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