I forgot to get a photo of the pizza unfortunately, but while in Manistee with my parents we got a…read morepizza from Big Al's delivered to our hotel. My husband has been trying to cut back on red meat, so on our half we got chicken. My parents got olives and onion on their half, which also looked good. We devoured our dinner after a long day of exploring and beach walking. The pricing to get our pizza delivered wasn't too bad, the delivery driver was very friendly and the food was fantastic. Those three things being the trifecta when it comes to restaurants has made this pizza place an obvious choice for us to revisit when on vacation again. I would definitely recommend coming here for pizza when in Manistee.

Good Pizza after a long fishing trip…read more We got the thin crust, which I suggest ordering crispy or extra crispy. Our loaded veggie was just too heavy, and the pizza was hard to eat, but it was still delicious! Would definitely adjust the order for next time.

Even though the menu clearly called out sweet potato as the base, I never imagined a breakfast bowl…read morewithout yogurt or açai as the base. This was simple, uncomplicated, and delicious! I'd get this over and over again.

Quant breakfast, lunch, smoothies, fresh juices, bakery - wow there's culinary talent at this gem!…read moreWe dined for a weekday lunch and had plenty of time. Our server, Jamie, was pleasant and kind. It smelled amazing when we walked in so we ordered breakfast. I opted for the BeeSmooth Combo - perfectly cooked eggs, fresh red skin potatoes (great thyme flavor!!!), nice rye toast & ham. Delicious and filling. Husband opted for the platter and it was a lot of food! Same as combo + biscuits & gravy, 2 pancakes. We took 3 pieces of Dutch Apple Pie and my family raved - fresh, flavorful apples filling. Absolute treat! Cannot wait to go back and order the fresh juice and a smoothie bowl! Wonderful addition to Manistee!

The food is amazing and it is such a cool unique spot. The service is awesome, they went out of…read moretheir way to create a drink I saw online. It was a very good time! Manistee could do better overall with their restaurants but this one is a keeper for sure!

Cozy little place, menu pretty typical of quality bar and grill operations. That included a…read moresouthwest-style chicken salad, which is a favorite of mine, and TJ's is a bit unique. It had the standard toppings--avocado, corn, black bean, tomato, tortilla chips. But the cheese was melted on top, like a kind of crunchy/chewey plate--it really looked like it was topped with a mini pizza. Not sure that enhanced the salad, but overall it was fine. Instead of dressing, it came with tubs of sour cream and salsa to mix in. I do that at home sometimes, so can't complain. The lettuce was fresh and crispy. Decent beer selection, including a quite a few bottled ones, which I hadn't noticed until after I ordered my pint of Two Hearted. Be sure to ask for a bottle menu. I sat at the bar and the server regularly looked in on me. Wasn't too noisy, in spite of the tight space that was full when I stopped in on a Sunday night. Nice little spot to check out in Manistee.

Reviewed this back in '24 when they opened and it's gotten better and better. Let me just say this:…read more The Backyard burger is the best burger I've ever had. Period. And I grew up in the 80's eating at 'up north' bars, which previously had the best burgers of my life. This tops it. In addition to great pinball, a nice space, and great vibes, The Outsider is currently winning Manistee.

Here's a revised version that reflects there was no table service:…read more The restaurant was clean and the staff was courteous, but I left feeling the overall experience didn't justify the price. The food was more expensive than I expected, especially for a cafeteria-style restaurant with no table service. My biggest disappointment was the burger. It was cooked well, but it was overly salty to the point that it masked the flavor of the meat. I was also surprised to be prompted for a tip. Since customers order at the counter, pick up their own food, and there is no table service, the expectation of a tip didn't seem appropriate. Overall, I don't mind paying more for a quality meal, but in this case I didn't feel the food or the dining experience matched the cost.

Geez. What the hell is wrong with me? We went AGAIN and ordered the pizza. This is probably the…read morefifth time I've had pizza there, and dude: It's the WORST pizza I've ever had. Frozen pizza is better, which is saying something because I hate frozen pizza. I'm not one to complain. I always tell a server the food is good, even if it's not. But when the bartender asked me for the third time how my pizza was, I couldn't help myself. I told him it was the worst I've ever had (with a smile). He ignored me the rest of the night. :) We watched 4 other customers, all around us, order pizza after they heard us tell the guy it wasn't good -- that I'd tried to like it for YEARS. I donno, man. At this point, it's not because "they're new" or "they're figuring it out" or "maybe we caught them on a bad night". It's undeniable: the pizza at Fricano's is horrible and apparently they don't even know it. Now, the atmosphere? Still great. Waitstaff...adequate. But seriously..is it just me??? (I know it's not. We all know what pizza should taste like, right?) Oof.

Famous for their pizza and I like the view too. Watching some boats passed by while you are eating…read moreis pretty relaxing. Pizza is thin, crust is crispy with plenty of tomatoes sauce and toppings. I am want to try to walleye plate too, maybe next time.

Bluefish was definitely one of the highlights of our trip to the area and the perfect capstone date…read moreto our vacation. We went about midday during off hours and were advised that there was only one server on shift and there might be a wait. However, Lauren absolutely KILLED it and the service was great! On to the food... it was OUTSTANDING. The dishes my girlfriend and I had were unique and tasty. I had the blackened whitefish with the corn chipotle sauce and the flavors blended wonderfully. The seasoning was great, and it was cooked to perfection. You could also tell it was very fresh. Definitely check this place out!!

I gave a five-star rating only because a six-star wasn't an option. While touring the western side…read moreof Michigan, we stopped in at the Blue Fish Kitchen & Bar for a late lunch. It was a mid-week day and there was hardly a soul in the place so I was a bit concerned. Completely unnecessary! The pulled pork sandwich was great and the gyro was also great. Served with some of the best chips I have ever had, the food was delivered hot and quickly from our server, Marie. The upscale atmosphere was perfect for a memorable lunch. Our table overlooked the river and on a sunny day, it was perfect. Marie did not lead us astray with the dessert menu - cheesecake made in-house with raspberry topping. Absolutely delicious!

My elderly parents wanted to eat here but they are not so capable of anything electronic and they…read morehad coupons which they somehow misplaced just an hour beforehand. The staff were super friendly and helped them give a discount code on the app. Fortunately I know the app and was able to input the coupon and we got a good price. On top of that, my parents changed what they wanted on the sandwich on the fly and they were quite accommodating. Thanks for helping the elderly. I truly appreciate it.

This is the best subway I've ever been to. Fresh bread and veggies. Amazing people. This place…read moreis great

We have been going there for years. Every time has been great Food and service. Plus, it is clean…read more Friendly ppl too. We'll continue to enjoy this restaurant until we stop going to MI.

Great atmosphere, staff is phenomenal! This staff is so hard working and so friendly. The food is…read moregreat and the owners don't miss a beat. Can't recommend them enough. And let me add the new outdoor seating deck is just beautiful.