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    505 Cafe

    4.1 (72 reviews)
    InexpensivePizza, Coffee & Tea, Burgers
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    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Chicken Club and Bella Italia GF pizzas, lemonade
    Angie B.

    The gluten free "chicken club" and "bella italia" flatbread pizzas were perfectly done and extremely tasty. We arrived about 35 mins before closing time and felt like we were inconveniencing them (but if our server was the "Victoria" on our bill, she was great). Even if they closed at 10pm and not 3pm, it's never pleasant to feel that way. Also a little mix up over phone about them being pet friendly - only on patio. Will try them much earlier for coffee next time.

    Cafe 505's unique and tasty beer cheese hamburger

    Who knew that there could be a better burger? Clare's 505 Cafe, apparently! Had lunch there a week ago and the server suggested a Beer Cheese Hamburger. While I had my eye on something else, that suggestion won me over. I like hamburger. I like beer cheese. Surely, the combo would be good. The combo was GREAT! The beef was tender. The cheese was....well....cheesy. And the pretzel bun was wonderful. I recommend this burger AND the 505 Cafe....to the max.

    Drink menu pg1
    Daniel D.

    Earl Grey Black iced tea is fresh brewed and always ready to go. Olyvia and Chelsea are always smiles! Great casual booths are perfect for parties of 4.

    Sausage scramble flatbread
    Tammy M.

    Parking is all parallel parking so be prepared . It can get busy in this street so you might have to look around for a spot Cost is pretty average for breakfast. $26 for two. I ordered the breakfast flatbread pizza, sausage...yummy!! I'm taking a couple pieces home to reheat tomorrow and I believe it will be just as delicious. Hubby order the croissant breakfast sandwich and the pesto aioli made the sandwich (he ordered extra bacon on it). The potatoes with it could have been a bit more crispy but we also didn't specify that. They'll crisp up when I reheat them tomorrow. I just got regular coffee but it's a darn good cup of (endless) coffee. Hubby got an iced tea, also endless. Service was friendly. Food came out a bit slow but we enjoyed the atmosphere here so not a big deal. Great place for breakfast and the cocktail menu and other food items will certainly bring me back this way.

    Flat Veggie Deluxe Flatbread
    Leora B.

    My husband and I visited this location on a particularly traumatic day of our lives. I can't explain here but this was a little oasis in our hell that day. The service was kind and truly attentive. We both enjoyed our brunch which consisted of a veggie flat bread and veggie skillet with gluten free toast. Each of the dishes were perfectly executed, fresh, and flavorful. The establishment was clean and the ambiance was very comfortable and classy. I have nothing constructive to add. I just want to say thank you for your service and for brightening our day even a little. Five stars in all categories.

    BLT
    Hillary G.

    Stopped by for carry out lunch while driving through town on way downstate. Super cute cafe and great menu offerings. We ordered sandwiches and iced coffees, which were tasty. I was a bit surprised, however, to receive a BLT that was mostly bread and bacon with a small single tomato slice and piece of lettuce. Quite sad about this discovery actually and too late to go back. More B than BLT. Order extra L&T unless this ratio happens to suit you better! Also quick fact check-fourth amendment rights don't actually apply to business decisions about managing COVID precautions/mask inquiries. Please feel free to offer polite reminders to patrons and employees! Stay safe to stay open! Strange to see this type of signage plastered on businesses around here.

    Taste of Michigan
    Ted W.

    Upon walking in this nice place. Myself and my famIly were impressed with the size of it. It's very countryish and clean. The floors are crickety wooden. The tables are solid and some are huge for large families such as mine. There's soft music of pop culture on the JBL speakers that's on the wall. This place has a Very Relaxed Atmosphere and has specialty items on the menu. The server takes all orders on an iPad for accuracy. My son sitting at our table pulled out a drawer that was in our table. And found a note that read " if found? Call this number" so, he texted a picture of the note and sent it to the phone number they responded saying that note has been in the drawer for over 4 years and was asked to please put it back. And he was the third person to respond to the note. Come here and checK this place out. You won't be disappointed.

    Happy camper soda and orange juice
    Hannah F.

    We stayed in Clare for a couple days and stopped at this place a couple of times. The coffee and sodas were really good! It is also a cute and friendly environment! I told one of the girls there that I wanted a sticker that said Clare Michigan on it and if she knew where I could find one. She told me the name of the store and then later came up to me and told me she had a gift card she hadn't used for the store! She gave me the gift card! I thought that was so sweet and yes I did find the sticker and used it!

    Half of the grilled cheese sandwich (great bread!) Came with a good pickle spear.
    Maggie S.

    Covid update: if you're in or going through Clare, MI eat here. We ran out of packed meals while on the road and needed to find a place for lunch. We stopped at 505 Cafe for takeout on 6/13/2020. They are doing well in keeping up safety protocols. Staff wore masks; limited seating for dine-in. I would've like to see gloves on staff, but here's hoping that hand washing is happening between handling items that customers touched and the next customer. Food: Very high quality ingredients. My spouse had the Honey Ham Club, our daughter had the grilled cheese sandwich with applesauce side, I had the Sunshine Salad. Everything was fantastic. I would give 5 stars if they hadn't forgotten our fries. But, my husband said the default chips were really good. (We didn't check the order before leaving or go back to fix this, so obviously not a big enough issue to us, since we were on the road.)

    Mango bubble tea
    Alexa B.

    The people who served us were extremely hospitable and the food was delicious. I had the strawberry cheesecake waffles that were scrumptious. The decor was cozy chic and modern. Totally recommend this place!!

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    Great addition to Clare. Great soups and sandwiches. I had a spicy chicken wrap and beef and barley soup. Both excellent.

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    Eclectic, fun, unique. A great place to meet friends. Food and coffee are good, service is very friendly. Live music sometimes too.

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    Morgan H.

    Thank you so much!

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    Wonderful lunch. I had the flat bread pizza. Cutest little cafe too. All the food looked great.

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    Great place that has been remodeled and has a great menu. The staff is outstanding. It is a must visit when you are in the Clare area.

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    A fantastic jewel in Clare. The flatbread was excellent and the salad was fresh with great dressing. Great service and wonderful decor.

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    Food and hospitality is great! The cinnamon rolls are amazing! It felt like home as soon as we walked in!

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    The breakfast pizza was awesome!! So glad to see a fun little shop named after our state

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    Excellent service. Place was super homey. Greater right away. Very cute and elegant. Food was amazing.

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    You made us smile. Thank you so very much!

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    Great place, great service, great food, even gluten free flat bread sandwich, delicious!

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    We so appreciate you, Lori! Please come again.

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    The Evening Post Bar & Grill - My husband had the breakfast special 3 eggs, ham, sausage with hash browns and toast. Mine is the breakfast skillet with Texas toast.

    The Evening Post Bar & Grill

    4.0(46 reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    I was planning to go to another place, but it was no longer there. So I looked at Yelp and saw the…read morereviews for The Evening Post. They were good, and I really liked the name. I certainly never would have found it if it weren't for Yelp, as it's kind of wedged in between 2 other buildings. I walked in and was greeted immediately. It seems to be another place that's popular with locals. The server was very good, and paid attention but didn't hover. I ordered that pulled pork tacos. It was a very odd combination of things: pulled pork inside soft tortillas with onion rings, and a few tortilla chips with refried beans and cheese on the side. But somehow, it managed to satisfy a bunch of cravings all at once! And while it didn't look like a huge portion, I could only eat half of it. I brought the other half home for another day. There were lots of interesting and appealing items on the menu. Do yourself a favor and stop by when you're in town.

    Really don't like to give bad reviews- probably everyone is trying .Went with a bunch of fellow…read moregolfers,who pumped it up- from prior experience here. Ordered chicken dinner. I honestly think they could have cooked a piece of the large chicken statue from outside- wouldn't have tasted worse. Super dry , chewy, basically not edible. Ok service tho. Sides - mediocre also. Can't win 'em all

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    The Evening Post Bar & Grill - This is the lite chicken tender meal   Three tenders and macaroni salad and fries

    This is the lite chicken tender meal Three tenders and macaroni salad and fries

    The Evening Post Bar & Grill - What was left when we were done with the bone in wings - Kentucky bourbon and sweet chili sauce on the side was perfect

    What was left when we were done with the bone in wings - Kentucky bourbon and sweet chili sauce on the side was perfect

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    The Mulberry Cafe & Herrick House - Corn chowder

    The Mulberry Cafe & Herrick House

    4.4(138 reviews)
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    If you're in Clare, MI, or headed "Up North" in a Tesla, Mulberry Cafe is an absolute gem you won't…read morewant to miss. Mulberry Cafe is situated in a charming Victorian house. The homey decor paired with the friendly service made it feel like you were visiting a friend who also happens to be a baker extraordinaire! The staff here goes above and beyond with the drink attentiveness--our waitress kept the refills coming and even offered us a coffee to go as the place was winding down. Now that's hospitality! Located conveniently across from the Tesla superchargers, it's the perfect pit stop for some recharge-yourself-while-you-recharge-the-car vibes. And don't leave without trying a slice of their famous pie. We were tipped off by the waitress that the buttermilk and berry pies are the crowd favorites, and I can see why! If you're a pie person, don't miss. Food-wise, it's classic Michigan fare. The chicken and rice soup of the day was exactly what you'd expect--simple, no-frills, but satisfying. I also tried the quiche of the day, which came with a fruit cup (not the freshest fruit ever, but no complaints here) and a homemade scone that was delicious! The pesto chicken sandwich hit the spot, too. Whether you're here for the pies, the quiche, or just to soak up the local charm, Mulberry Cafe has you covered. And with an attached gift shop, you might just find a cute souvenir to remember your visit.

    This is a really nice hidden gem.I had the corn chowder soup that tasted pretty good, I also had…read morethe homemade egg and ham quiche that tasted very good, came with a blueberry biscuit/butter and a fruit bowl. The Mulberry Cafe is located inside the Herrick House. The waitress greeted us and sat us in one of the dining rooms. The dinner has a great family feel.

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    The Mulberry Cafe & Herrick House - Mulberry cafe.

    Mulberry cafe.

    The Mulberry Cafe & Herrick House - Homemade ham and egg quiche , with blueberry biscuit,  fruit bowl.

    Homemade ham and egg quiche , with blueberry biscuit, fruit bowl.

    The Mulberry Cafe & Herrick House - Beautiful place

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    Cops & Doughnuts - Clare City Bakery - Interior plenty of seating and memorabilia

    Cops & Doughnuts - Clare City Bakery

    4.1(222 reviews)
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    Never been there in person (yet) but this is now my go-to bakery for paczki. Outside of Hamtramck…read morewhich has no little Polish ladies any more or the defunct Haglemans in Royal Oak, these yummy pastries are the best! I have them sent to me in Colorado. They get here within a week even with the iffy postal service. My once a year indulgence! Next time I'm in the area, I will definitely stop in.

    Have traveled up north Michigan many times and always seen the billboard advertising Cops &…read moreDoughnuts in Clare. Made it a point to make this a stop on our travel route to Traverse City. So glad we did! It's in a small quaint downtown Clare. Street parking. Many different goodies to choose from, including donuts, cookies, mini cakes, and much more. They offer day "old" items as self serve in a separate area, so be sure to check it out for a great deal. They also have a storefront with jelly, salsa, cherries, honey and more. Also, tshirts and some other logo apparel and souvenirs. Staff is very friendly and helpful. They were very patient when we told them it was our first time and spent time looking at all the options. Very reasonable prices. Probably the freshest baked goods I have ever had. The apple fritter is hands down the best! Pieces of cut apples baked into the donut. Delicious! The blueberry donut has fresh and moist literally melted in my mouth. The chocolate cookie with chocolate frosting is a real treat, very sweet and can be shared. The list goes on and on... every single thing we had was delicious - you can't go wrong with anything! It was so good we made a stop in route going home. This is a definite must try! You may even find yourself making a special trip just to get more of their delicious goodies. Stop in - you won't be disappointed!

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    Cops & Doughnuts - Clare City Bakery - Chocolate nuts

    Chocolate nuts

    Cops & Doughnuts - Clare City Bakery - Decor props for picture taking

    Decor props for picture taking

    Cops & Doughnuts - Clare City Bakery - Exterior with photo opportunity

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    Exterior with photo opportunity

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