Best food I've had on the road in a long time ... went in on a Tuesday before a business meeting and had a hard time leaving in time ... the Tuesday lunch special was lights out ... soup and a sandwich ... super fresh and delicious ... the chef clearly takes pride in his work ... beautiful gem in Escanaba for sure ... if you're passing through, I highly recommend this spot !!! read more

We had reserved the side room at the "establishment" well over 3 months ago for a rehersal dinner. When we arrived the hostess was disgustingly rude. They seated us in our reserved room, however there were two other tables they had set up for other diners. Who does this? We spoke with a manager, as well as the owner and neither seemed to really care. Our food took too long, our drinks too long. The prime rib was full of fat. The filet mignon was dry and not palatable. Totally not what you'd expect from such a "high quality" establishment. Don't waste your time hosting any large event here. They treat you like garbage, and the food they serve isn't much better. read more

Dinner was phenomenal and the servers were very attentive. We had a group of 7 and every meal was fantastic!!! Not one was lacking in flavor or presentation. They will be my number one every time we're in the area! read more

You will not find a better restaurant in Escanaba. Though I feel the quality of the food has slightly declined over the past 5 or so years it is still by far better than any other restaurants in the area. The wait staff is usually very friendly and have accomodated large groups (up to 22) for me before. I usually try their specials and am pleased with them. Everyone you ask will tell you a different favorit dish so it seems its hard to go wrong. read more

What a shame. Good Food with an Unfriendly Staff. On a motorcycle trip around Lake Michigan, with My fiancee and buddy we stayed at the Sunset Motel in Escanaba, MI and the Owner told us to try some restaurants and the Stone house was one of them. Soon our way bike from visiting Lake Superior we rode over to the Stone-house. We walked in and it is very dark with fresh cut roses on a white cloth table, and quiet I would say it was rather romantic. We were dressed casual for riding motorcycle clean jeans, boots, and long sleeved shirts. Beware, because we did not blend in at all. We got a decent amount of stares and it seemed like we were almost unwanted. When we sat down I was reading the Special menu that was on the table and the waitress came over and took it from my hand and said "That's tomorrows specials". We did not care too much we thought it was strange, and we were hungry and wanted to relax. Location: Downtown Escanaba, MI (about 5 miles from Sunset Motel) Atmosphere: -Dark/Dim Lighting , White table Clothes, and Fresh Cut Roses on tables. Food: - Tasty, filling, and fresh bread baskets. I had: Pecan crusted Scallops over rice pilaf & arugula Drizzled with a honey balsamic glaze. It was good and I have no complaints about it. My Fiancee had: Chicken Parmigiana and she though it was mediocre, but it was a large serving. My Buddy had the house special Prime rib with side of Mac and cheese. He liked the prime rib a lot, the mac & Cheese was so so . Overall: -Good food and that was all. It had an Unfriendly staff, apparently there was some hidden dress code that we missed out on. Honestly I would try something else. read more

This is a fantastic place to eat for lunch or dinner. The menu is full of great choices and features fabulous salads and wonderful entrees. They a lite selections also. I can't for our next visit. The cocktails were really great. read more

Yelp came through once again! I ordered the seafood platter, all grilled nothing fried. Everyone in my party was happy with their meals. The true star of Stonehouse was our waitress! It was after closing time, she was handling tables seamlessly, and she was on top of all of our first world needs. The only negative in my opinion was the wine prices, we paid $30+ for a $7 bottle of Yellowtail Shiraz and $60+ for another red I can't recall the name of that was mediocre at best. read more

Ended up eating here during a business trip to Escanaba. Absolutely the worst part of this restaurant...that it took me 4 days of a 5 day trip before I found it! Absolutely blows the competitors out of the water, especially for the area. If you're sick of eating at greasy spoon diners and fast food joints, you'll be in heaven with the Stonehouse. Attentive servers and good prices for what you get. Going to be on the higher end for the area; but the quality of the food and the service makes it well worth it. read more

Every thing was cooked perfectly. Even bread was awesome. Warm bacon spinach salad was a favorite. Fillets were right up there with the best we've had; Try the bernaise or the Boursin toppings. Twice baked potato was huge. Classy enough, but not too fancy to wear whatever you want. read more

Mediocre I really miss red lobster and the Stonehouse does not compare they are so cheap in portion sizes and you wait forever for dinner that you can friggin starve while you are waiting and they give you one teeny piece of bread how cheap can you get I do not recommend them read more

I thought this place was great. We were just passing through but if I'm ever in the area I will certainly return. The staff is friendly, it's in a great location and the prices are reasonable. It's definitely worth the drive from the surrounding area for a quality meal as well. read more

Fantastic lunch menu. I had the Angry Shrimp Tacos, pencil asparagus, and a slice of carrot cake. I really appreciated the portion size and the great value. I had when the lunch portion is so large I feel like I have been served dinner. This was two small tacos, a modest serving of asparagus, and a thin slice of cake. In other words, the amount you SHOULD be eating for lunch :) Can't wait to visit again, hopefully for dinner. read more

Came here very last minute, shortly before they closed. The waitress was extremely patient and gracious. Food was delicious! I did not have anything from the bar but my husband said they make the drinks strong, which he was happy about. Beautiful little gem here in town. read more

I had the walleye of a lifetime. Met the owner,great guy. The service was fantastic, and the food was beyond amazing. I cannot wait to eat there again, and thank the chef, staff, and servers. I will be back read more

Have always wanted to stop here. Finally did on a return trip from WI. Very enjoyable dinner, but a bit to dark for our preference. Will give it another try when it earlier in the evening l, maybe they won't dim the lights so much! read more

The Stonehouse is the consistent place I go to when I want great service and tasty food. I have had different types of steaks (Prime rib, Steak Au Poivre, Steak Boursin) that have all been done so well. They also have affordable lunch options. I wish they were open on Saturdays for lunch because I would be going there much more often! read more

It has been a few years since my last visit to this excellent restaurant - it just happens that most of my trips through Escanaba have been on Sunday and the restaurant isn't open. But blessed with a weekday, evening hour errand at this uppermost corner of Lake Michigan, I was pleased to reacquaint myself with the Stonehouse and its very interesting menu. The soup, a lobster bisque, was well done and classic in its presentation and seasoning. My dinner companion had a luscious dish of sea scallops in mornay sauce. I had the evening's special, a combination of two types of Hawaiian fish and the highly spiced "angry shrimp". While the shrimp could have been spicier, it went well with the milder fish. In all, a worthwhile stop which I would be inclined to repeat any time my travel plans and their hours happened to intersect. read more

Very good food. Large menu selection with adequate pricing. Seemed like a much older crowd for lunch. The decor has an older feel as well. But the food was very good. I got the chicken stir fry, very tasty with lots of vegetables. read more

We were actually underwhelmed by our experience at the Stonehouse which was disappointing as we had heard so many good thing about the place. The place was busy on a Friday night which is completely understandable. We had a few drinks at the bar which were fine. We later ordered chicken, which was dry and "rubbery" according to my husband and I ordered a steak which was just ok. Neither dish, in our opinion had much seasoning or flavor. It was all just rather "ok". We will likely come back to The Stonehouse again when in the area as we believe we might have caught the chef on a bad night. From the other reviews, it seems clear that this was a rarity. read more

We love to make time to dine at the Stonehouse when in the Escanaba area. Each and every time we have dined at the Stonehouse, we have fully enjoyed delicious meals. From soups to salads to appetizers to the main entree they have always been excellent! Then above and beyond the food, the service is second to none. The Stonehouse is our fav dining destination in the Michigan UP. read more

This review is delayed. We visited 7/28/15 for lunch before going to the airport and catching a plane. Food was good, service was excellent and very pleasant. The interior is definately upscale and very well done. I enjoyed my walleye and everyone (four of us) really liked their entree's as well. Price was a little high for lunch but the quality of the the food, experience and ambience offsets that small inconvenience. If you want to impress your wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt or significant other, this is definately the place for you. read more

Couldn't have asked for better! Fresh fish and awesome steaks. And a very nice wine list to boot. And very reasonable prices compared to a large city. read more

Culinary trained chefs...work, invested here. Lobster. Crab. Shrimp. Grouper. Walleye. Perch. Scallops. Aged/Fresh beef. Bearnaise, Demi glace, mushroom sauces. Linguini w clam sauce, etc. Twice baked potatoes, yum. Extensive Seafood, steak, chicken dishes Fine dining in the bar or restaurant. Great wine list. Dinner served with fresh bread/butter, salad or strawberry salad with slivered almonds. Shrimp or Lobster Tacos on extensive appetizer list. All entrees prepared as a 4 Star **** Diamond restaurant. Best of the UP If you can treat yourselves, just do it. You will sleep well after... read more

As it was a Saturday we did have a little wait, but that was to be expected. The cocktails were less than perfect but the food made up for it. The white fish was tender, succulent, and cooked perfectly. The steak was cooked as requested and was melting your mouth the twice baked potato was indescribably delicious. OK the broccoli was a little cold but what a minor thing. I would come back here in a flash. read more

I'm a foodie who lives in Austin and travels the world (eating and drinking...as you should), but Stonehouse is one I'll always come back to when I visit my hometown of Escanaba. Consistent, delicious food with amazingly wonderful, friendly service and prices that make a big-city girl weep with joy. Solid wine selection, delicious salads (you HAVE to try the spinach with hot bacon dressing), great classic cocktails, and the portions were HUGE! A fresh fish platter with Panko-crusted halibut, flash fried perch and mouth watering seared salmon with bread, salad and a side for $24???!!! My only regret is that our whole party of 6 got too full to try dessert! A must-stop on any visit to Escanaba. I'd recommend making reservations...they were packed at 8pm on a Tuesday evening in the summer! read more

Amazing food,Great service. Best steak in delta county. Our only complaints were the bread isn't very good and when I pay that much for my food I expect my cucumbers to be peeled. Otherwise a great atmosphere for any special occasion or if you just want a great steak. read more

Very nice restaurant! An extensive wine list, with many offered by the glass. It has one of the best menu selections in the area, with offerings from salads, sandwiches and burgers, to steak & seafood. It was obvious that it is a local favorite! read more

Delicious! A high-ish end feel, but not stuffy. The food is incredible and very fairly priced! Would definitely visit again because there were so many menu items I wanted to try! read more

The filet was excellent but my favorite was the fresh green beans in honey butter with sliced almonds. I couldn't get enough! Overall great food and experience during difficult times. read more

Very well prepared food served by a friendly engaging staff. Great drinks, generous people, fresh seafood. You can't go wrong here.

Excellent service and wonderful meals. Best restaurant on the NP that I had the pleasure of eating at. Would not hesitate to eat here again next time I'm in the area. read more

The service was friendly and social. The steaks were just ok but the seafood au gratin was delicious. The French onion soup and linguine with clam sauce were good. We would return if we lived in the area. read more

It is not often that two days later we are still talking about how good dinner was the other night. Service was outstanding, wine was tasty, and food was top notch. My wife had the sautéed white fish in a lemon caper mushroom sauce. It was perfectly cooked and tasty. I had the petite filet and bacon wrapped shrimp. Ordered the steak medium and it came with a nice dark red center the way a filet should be served. It looked small, but was just right paired with three large bacon wrapped shrimp and twice baked potatoes. We had the house salad that had a unique dressing, strawberries and nuts. For dessert, we split a piece of chocolate mouse pie and I had a excellent cup of black coffee. Glad we chose The Stonehouse over some of the other over advertised restaurants in the area. read more

Most of the food is very good and the service is outstanding. I had a fish special with Salmon, perch and Cajun whitefish. Salmon was very good, perch was OK but not outstanding. The whitefish was very disappointing, very mushy and I didn't even take what was left. Not sure if that's caused by the quality of the fish or how it was cooked. Maybe should have a rating of 3 1/2 but couldn't do four. The reservation I made the day before was also nonexistent, fortunately we still got a table right away. Not sure what happened, it sounds like there was some workmen there and they apparently did not write it down. read more

Had a nice lunch, menu has a lot of selections. Only quibble I have is with the quality of the produce ... I had the chicken milanese sandwich and it was great with the fresh mozzarella and basil (could have used a bit more basil) but the tomato slice was pink and flavorless... no excuse for that and the end of summer when tomatoes are at their absolute prime and easy to get. I pulled it off the second half of the sandwich. It was so good I could only imagine how much better it would have been with a decent tomato. I did mention this when I paid and they seemed to care and said they would mention to the kitchen, so their reaction was appropriate. That is the difference between 3 and 4 stars! P.S. upgrading the outside majorly, hope the dining room is next! Bar is gorgeous. read more

This is an awesome place, food is to die for. Glad we stopped here as we were heading back home. the lobster bisque is one of the best I have ever had. I say this because I have been all over the country and this is the best one. also try anything with shrimp, they know what they are doing. Great food, great service, great atmosphere. read more

We stop 2x per year as we travel from MN to MI. The food and service is consistently 5 stars. Twice now we shared the goat cheese appetizer and mixed grill. Everything was the best ever. Looking forward to our next visit. read more

This restaurant was recommended to me by one of the locals. I walked in and sat at the bar, that's what I usually do. I had the angry shrimp tacos (an appetizer) and wine. The tacos were super yummy!! I love spicy food. It has sriracha in it so if you don't like or cant tolerate spicy, not for you!. I would have ordered more but I wanted to work out later that night. The bartenders working were super attentive, greeted me quickly and took care of me. I'll go back on my next visit. read more

OMG. A-amazing! Rivals any seafood/ grill I've been to in Austin, Chi-town or in between! They will grill, fry, flat top their beautiful fresh water or oceanic delights- per your request. The subtle herbaceous flavor of the wild mushroom soup was an unexpected delight. I'm in town for a couple weeks- And this is dinner for sure!!!! read more

My husband and I stopped here after it was recommended to us by the owner of the Hiawatha Motel. The staff was very friendly and gave great suggestions on their menu. The food was absolutely delicious and not even expensive. Definitely worth coming here! read more