Boardwalk

So good we went here twice! I'm jealous that this exists so many hundreds of miles away from my…read morehome. It was Canadian wildfire smoke day when we first arrived, we're talking worst air quality in the world, so we tried to find indoor things to do naturally. We dined in here with sparkling water, fresh sandwiches, and even rolled out with some gnocchi and pesto for dinner back at the AirBNB. My egg salad sandwich (classic egg salad (hard boiled egg, red onion, capers, dill pickle, mayo + sriracha, local lettuce on toasted dutch crunch) may've been the best egg salad sandwich I've ever had. The only caveat: I haven't really eaten that many egg salad sandwiches. But it was still the best! Bonus, this was during a season where packaged lettuce was on recall but their greens are fresh and local baby. We even did a to-go order on the road trip out of town to dodge fast food, and I ended up with their turkey wrap (oven roast local turkey breast, Michigan white cheddar, local lettuce, cucumber, tomato, onion, microgreens, sriracha mayo, spinach wrap) which was also very good. Great chip options, great drinks, and really nice people and good energy in here. Love this spot and can't wait to return.

Super long wait - from parking to getting my sandwich was almost an hour. The egg salad is tasty…read moreand the bread is superb. The beet salad is not great. I wish I'd skipped it. The peach granola bar is fine. No sandwich is worth an hour wait. Service was friendly even though they were stressed. The person in front of me was super demanding ("I need my gluten free sandwich CUT IN HALF" and "Oh why isn't that dessert gluten free, it would be easy to make it gluten free") and they handled her with kindness.

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Turkey club

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Hummus wrap. I could barely hold it in one hand!

Pennyroyal Cafe & Provisions

4.1(497 reviews)

0.8 mi

This is my favorite place of all! Johnny cakes are amazing…read morefor brunch! Fish sandwich for dinner! Hazelnut cake for dessert! You can't go wrong!

We've vacationed in Saugatuck several times and kept hearing that Pennyroyal was a place we needed…read moreto try. We gave it three chances, and unfortunately, all three experiences ended the same way: the staff made us feel so unwelcome that we left before ever getting the opportunity to eat there. The first time, we put our name on the waitlist and were completely happy to wait. We understood there was a wait and were looking forward to trying the food. The host told us we could get coffee around the corner at the coffee station while we waited. When we walked in, the barista immediately and very angrily said, "Are you waiting for a table?! If so, I just want you to know you have a 40-minute wait and I'm only serving black coffee." The tone was so unnecessarily rude and hostile that we ended up grabbing a pastry for our hungry kids and leaving. We thought maybe it was just an off day, so we tried again. The second time, we came for brunch and were met with the same unwelcoming attitude, this time from the host. She seemed genuinely annoyed that we wanted to put our name on the waitlist. We were happy to wait, but after the interaction and seeing the same dismissive attitude, we decided it simply wasn't worth it and left. Then came the third attempt. Once again, the host was incredibly rude. We explained that we were happy to wait for a table to open up. Our group was a little larger and included several children. The attitude toward having kids in the group was noticeably negative. When I mentioned that one of the children was a baby, I was told, "Yeah, no, we don't do baby chairs here." At this point, it felt very clear that families and children simply aren't welcome. We completely understand that restaurants have policies, limited space, and busy days. What we don't understand is why basic courtesy and hospitality seem to be missing. We were never demanding immediate seating. We were willing to wait all three times. We simply wanted to be treated respectfully. After three attempts, we won't be coming back. A restaurant can have great food, but if the experience begins with staff making customers feel like an inconvenience for wanting to dine there, it's hard to justify returning. Three chances. Three uncomfortable experiences. We never even made it to the food.

Brunch bar

Pancake

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The Southerner

4.3(752 reviews)

0.5 mi

The Southerner catered my wedding Sept. 19, 2026. All the food was excellent as well as the…read moreservice. I would use them again in a heart beat. Everyone raved about the chicken, grits, pasta, biscuits & honey butter, beans, and coleslaw.

It has been a few years since we've been to the Southerner but knew we wanted to go back…read more We visited on the busy Labor Day weekend, but we arrived early and we were seated on the outside deck overlooking Kalamazoo River. Our server was great, she quickly got our drink orders. The menu had changed a bit since our last visit but we both ordered the chicken biscuit sandwiches and added the egg and bacon. It was incredible! The whole menu looks amazing but this chicken biscuit sandwich has to be their #1 seller. Server told us all about the drink specials and I ordered the Fitzgerald, which was perfect. Great location, friendly knowledgeable service, and incredible food. Highly r

View from our table, was able to watch bad eagles circle above the river.

Catfish poor boy

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The Patrick Starfish

Lady Bird

4.1(141 reviews)

0.2 mi

Service from Tom was top notch! The food was delicious, and the vibe was top notch. This is a must…read morevisit in Saugatuck and we will certainly keep coming back for more.

Sam was a great waiter! Loved the food options! We had breakfast here the cheese omelette was…read moregreat! Lots of ham chunks

Pork Tomahawk

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Isabel's Market + Eatery

4.0(49 reviews)

1.4 mi

Since the last time I reviewed they've upped their offerings, including an expanded section of dry…read moregoods/pantry items. They've also got a small but nice looking meat and seafood counter and loads of delicious looking prepared foods and baked goods. This isn't the spot to do all your grocery shopping if you're staying in town (I'd head to the grocery store down the road for that) but if you want picnic-y things, snacks for a group, nice meats and such for the grill, fancier snacks, wine, etc, it makes a great spot and supplemental shopping spot.

I stopped for a sandwich here while in town. The sandwiches were all premade (by them) and came…read morewith mustard and mayo packets. The Turkey sandwich was pretty good. I really liked the bun. But it wasn't anything special. I decided to grab a piece of carrot cake. It was also "OK". It was a little dry. But a HUGE piece. Would I eat here again? Probably. But my pop, sandwich and carrot cake certainly weren't worth $20. I will say, the market was cute. And the staff was very friendly.

Garnet, Christine, Mary, Elizabeth, Vicky, Julie and Mindy -- Female owned + operated.

Coffee cake, biscuits, croissants -- and so much more! Choose the right baked treat from our fresh bakery!

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How do you take your coffee? Our decaf European Blend is well-balanced with an intense aroma of dried fruits and nuts.

Fresh Basil Cafe

4.0(61 reviews)

0.0 mi

The menu looked so promising and huge - the name also alluded to it being super fresh and healthy…read moreand good quality. The quality of food was not good and hummus wrap and classic bagel sandwich were underwhelming. The wrap was 96% lettuce and then hummus and tomato's making up the rest of it. The bagel sandwich reminded me of a rubber grocery store or gas station sandwich. We were one of the first customers of the day and the girl working the counter was also rude and seemed so annoyed that we were there. The inside doesn't give the cleanest vibe either... Overall, the name is super misleading. I don't recommend. Opposite of "fresh".

Had a good cup of joe here, a few of us stopped by to good some warm beverages during our stroll…read more staff was polite and friendly

Lobster roll

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Uncommon Coffee Roasters

4.4(515 reviews)

0.0 mi

I love my coffee, so when I travel, I always seek out a local roaster, and I am SO GLAD that I…read morefound Uncommon during my first visit to Lake Michigan! I'd come across them while doing my HW for the trip, but without really knowing the area, I'd thought that staying in South Haven meant I wouldn't get the chance to visit, but after stopping in to The Flying Saucer in South Haven and picking up their beans there for the house, I learned everything is kinda close on this part of the coast! This is their main location, right in the heart of Saugatuck. It's cozy and colorful, warm and inviting, and filled with some incredibly sweet people. Oh yeah. They have A LOT of great coffee too! Their specialty and seasonal drinks all sounded delicious, but I'm a purist in pursuit of the best cup of black coffee, here for the single origins and blends that are sourced and roasted by this skilled team. Walking in I was faced by a massive wall filled with beautiful bags of beans from all over the world, each labeled with notes on origin, processing and flavor profile. I set my sights on a pour over and when the cashier said I could choose anything from the wall, I was gobsmacked (that's a funny word). The range was so impressive, with great representation from all over the world, processed in all different ways, making the choice quite difficult. It's a good thing I used my time in line to look at all of the options, and I settled on a white honey processed coffee called Villa Sarchi, which was delightful. If I have one quibble it's that they didn't have an actual pour over menu and this is simply because I enjoy asking the baristas about the coffees. This spot is super hot, with a line out the door at all times, so despite the barista at the counter being incredibly accommodating, I couldn't in good conscience hold up the patrons behind me with too many questions or returns to the wall. I also tried their espresso lime tonic for a beverage to stroll with and enjoyed the slight sweet and tart drink very much on a hot day. Uncommon also has a great menu of food offerings and we had a bagel breakfast sandwich and one of their MASSIVE savory scones. I wish I'd asked or been asked about warming the scone because it definitely needed it, but holy hell this thing was packed with cheesy goodness and the perfect foil to my naturally sweet coffee. Normally I go home with one bag of coffee as a souvenir, but I couldn't help but buy two, which were in addition to the beans I also bought in South Haven! In total I think I sampled about 5 different Uncommon roasts and loved them all! I loved this place so much I looked to buy merch, but sadly they had run out of the sizes I needed. There's always next time. Or maybe they'll ship...

Very much looks the part, but was left wanting a little more tbh…read more First off, vibes wise: amazing. Beautiful old house converted to a coffee shop with a dreamy garden in the back. Incredible. Coffee wise: fair. I ordered a few specialty summer cold brews for my wife and I and they were tiny, and my wife's was well-made with cold foam and cinnamon, but mine barely had a dollop (I gave her the good one, aren't I a nice husband?) I got a black coffee on my second visit and it wasn't very good. Service: friendly but slow. I was SO glad to have pitcher on pitcher of cold brew back at the AirBNB so I didn't have to wait. The times I came, this place was popping and it (expectedly) took some time. Hours: I was out for an early morning walk in the six o'clock am hour and several other middle-aged to elderly people were circling like vultures waiting for their caffeine fix. I feel like in peak season bumping hours to 6 or even 6:30 might do numbers for them. Food: I ordered a buttered bagel for my kids the first time in and it took a long, long time. I think they forgot about it. It appeared to be a grocery store style bagel and was ok. I'm telling you, this place looks beautiful and it's got great energy. It just so happened the business and the coffee on just a few visits didn't quite land. I would definitely encourage folks to try it out, it just missed the mark more than I was hoping for.

Deliciousness

Egg and cheddar

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Tasty x 3

Pumpernickels

3.2(380 reviews)

0.1 mi

Food excellent, Alyssa server excellent! Way better than 3.2 stars!…read more Steak frites w truffle fries, very good 8oz filet w mashed Yukons- sooo good Shrimp scampi - very good White chicken chili could use more beans and chicken chunks but very good flavor. Live musics on Friday that wasn't overbearing so we couldn't talk.

The black and white umbrella tables, cute corner storefront, and the well written and merchandised…read moremenu will bring you in, but I'm going to say the average rating is spot on at three stars. Pumpernickels is a vibe and a great place to sit a spell in the summer here in Saugatuck, but when it comes to the food, while it matches the vibe and is presented beautifully, tastes very average and is not value oriented aka on the spendy side. We came in as a party of 6 around 2pm and quickly got a table outside. Our server was sweet and kind, and quick to take our orders, but once that happened we really didn't see her all that much, which was frustrating. On top of that, the main dish on the menu that brought us here (goat cheese dip) was sold out after lunch, which was a major disappointment. We ordered the fried green tomatoes, deviled eggs, chicken sandwich (grilled), rueben, green bean salad, and a kids mac n cheese and chicken tenders. The best bites were the eggs and the green bean salad, but the portion on the salad was so petite that it was barely a meal for the person who ordered it. The chicken was dry and the sandwich incredibly generic. The reuben didn't have enough of the house corned beef and was also dry. Now I could be wrong here, but the fried green tomatoes seemed like a frozen product. with a uniform breading and cook, but the chicken fingers definitely were and the mac n cheese was quite literally Kraft. I'm going to hope that this is a hot dinner or brunch spot, because what we had was pretty disappointing. I was torn between here and the spot around the corner that featured a lot of local ingredients in a more casual setting, but chose this because it seemed to be more culinarily focused, and I was let down.

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Watermelon Salad

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Stuffed Dates

Red Dock Cafe

3.1(85 reviews)

0.5 mi

The Red Dock has always been a fun summer spot, but unfortunately the food has really slipped since…read morelast year. We've been twice this summer, and both times the food felt sloppy and mediocre at best. It honestly looked like high school kids were running the kitchen, with staff hanging out on their phones while the doors were open. The drinks are okay, but they seem pretty weak for the price $14 for a rum punch...On our second visit, our daytime bartender seemed more focused on doing shots and Red Bull bombs with customers than making drinks properly. Somehow, we still ended up with a $150 lunch bill for three people -- just sandwiches, flatbreads, and some rum punch. The location and vibe are still great, but for the price, the food and service need to be a lot better.

Stellar spot, best place to have a cocktail in the sun on the water in Saugatuck. Very beach town…read morevibes so don't expect fancy.

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Siena Cafe

3.9(17 reviews)

0.0 mi

Good food, friendly staff, right in the heart of saugatuck…read more Plenty of outdoor seating and some booths inside

Yummy! Good food. Loved the Avo Melt!! Everyone do nice and friendly. Thanks close to the water…read more Outdoor tables and indoor.

Avo Melt

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Alison M.

11 years ago

I am at Boardwalk all the time and it NEVER disappoints. I have tried almost everything on their menu and it is all to die for but my all time favorite is the Tuscan gourmet sandwich. I always order their fresh squeezed lemonade with my lunch and it is by far the best I have ever tasted. At a very reasonable 9 dollars, each large sandwich is quite literally stuffed with fresh, mouth watering ingredients and it's a great value for your money. The place has had some great renovations since last year and it looks so much better! Now there is much more seating, it looks happy and open and it's very bright and summery. The staff is friendly, accommodating and defiantly know what they're doing. They all know a lot about the downtown area and are always happy to answer questions I have. read more

Michael T.

15 years ago

Best place to eat, hands down!! We've been coming here to saugatuck for years and this place has consistently pleased us with their food and service. Ice cream and fudge is also fabulous!! It's seasonal and the lunch hours may be packed with people. Besides their fabulous food, the decor is awesome and the view to the lake is a must see. Its hard to recommend the best food here as every single thing we've ever had here was fantasticly creative, fresh,tasty. read more

Anita B.

11 years ago

The owners are the most rude non-customer service oriented people I have ever seen in my life. I wish I was joking. The guy owner is just weird and rude. However, the lady owner is a very mean spirited person. If you want to get yelled at while you are ordering food, this is the place to go. The food really is quite average; it definitely doesn't make up for the people who run this place. read more

Kory Y.

11 years ago

By far my favorite ice cream spot in town. Great selection and Hudsonville ice cream never disappoints. Every time I stop in, the same pretty blonde is working, and she knows my order by heart now. Sometimes I stop in just to see her but all the staff is very helpful and friendly. Perfect local lunch spot if you're looking for some quality food at a reasonable price. read more

Diana S.

11 years ago

the tuscan chicken is so great! everything really blends together and nothing is to much. I have tried several things on the menu and nothing is ever disappointing. It also has a small outdoor seating area if you have your pets with you! read more

Esmeralda S.

111

11 years ago

I would have to say boardwalk is one of my most favorite places to eat at, this place never seems to fail me the food is great! i personally love the ontario and the BLT'S are to die for! i give boardwalk a thumbs up ! read more

Dan S.

Elite 21

251

106

13 years ago

This place is great for a quick bite to eat while walking around the area. There are several great restaurants in the area, but most are sit downs. read more

Saul S.

11 years ago

after a workout going to boardwalk and having a nice fresh meal with a superman is always great to have! i would recommend this place to anyone! read more

Edgar A.

11 years ago

they are one of the only ice cream shops around that i actually like, they also have some amazing sandwiches you all should go give it a try!.. read more

Ryan S.

2 years ago

A+++++++++++++++++++ Fast service Good prices Great food!! A++++++++++++++++++++ A++++++++++++++++++++ read more

Emma S.

11 years ago

the food is great, fresh and healthy!

Gil A.

149

14 years ago

Good food weird service

Boardwalk - sandwiches - Updated October 2026

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