True local dive with a laid-back, no-frills vibe. Friendly faces, straightforward drinks, and a…read morecozy. The server was very friendly and attentive. The beers were really good, we also had a green tea shot and it was delicious.

Ron's is the epitome of a DIVE bar and happy to be! I would give it one star but they would…read moreappreciate that too much. No food, only cheap to moderate drinks from a can or bottle. Service is outstanding as there is usually only one bartender and the atmosphere is extremely relaxed. Pick a song on the juke box, shuffle some shuffleboard or toss some darts....all free. The best part is striking up a conversation with another patron and feeling welcome, unjudged and of course, Patriotic. It is the most Patriotic bar in the USA. As a retired firefighter, I thoroughly enjoy Ron's and feel blessed to have met the man himself.

This place has been a local favorite for years, and it truly shows. From the moment I walked in, I…read morewas greeted with friendly service and a cozy, vintage atmosphere that feels welcoming to both locals and tourists. I grabbed some delicious snacks to keep me going and had the chance to try a few local beers. Each sip was a delightful taste of the area! The decor is charming and adds to the nostalgic vibe, making it the perfect spot to relax and soak in the memories shared by those who frequent it. What did I have? - Widowmaker, Black IPA 5% ABV Keweenaw Brewing Company - Horny Monk, Belgian Style Ale 6.9% ABV Petoskey Brewing - Fried Mushrooms - Fried Cheese Curds - Coconut Shrimp

Let's be very clear--this is a local's place…read more FOOD: The portions are plentiful! I ordered cheese curds and a burger with fries...but in hindsight I should have skipped the fries. Curds were enough for a table of four. Overall taste of the food, however, is average. Despite being a good looking B&B Burger, the bacon was burnt and the burger itself didn't have much seasoning. I expected to bite in tasting a medley of flavors, but each bite was just okay. Maybe if I had a yeasty beverage or two before eating, it might help raise my opinion? TABLE SERVICE: Waitresses were prompt and helpful. BARTENDERS: Remember those honey badger YouTube videos (narrated by Randall) from 2011/12? That's what I think of when I read Yelper reviews from Brittany H. and Jay V. [in the voice of Randall]: *Mitchell Street bartenders don't care; they do what they want!* For example, when the popular 80s song, Your Love by the Outfield, came on, the 'tender on duty decided to turn it up to 11...and left it there for half the song. Locals seemed unfazed, but visitors got to the point they asked the waitress if they could turn it down. I'm guessing he didn't much care for the feedback, because he then played the song twice more. *If you're up for a rowdy atmosphere with an array of local beverages + solid bar food, I encourage you to step into this windowless venue! If you're looking for a nice, sit down meal and great tasting main dishes (OR you're allergic to peanuts)...best walk to Tap 30 next door.

O zone is the place to be and be seen on weekends in Petoskey. Best DJ's and club atmosphere. You…read morewon't believe you're in Northern Michigan!

Got a table right away at 5:30 on Tuesday evening. The strawberry spinach salad was nice. My pan…read moreseared perch sandwich was somewhat disappointing - two small skinny pieces of fish hidden under sauce and lettuce. Still going with 4 stars because our waitress Mariah was great, grandson enjoyed his salmon, granddaughter liked her veggie quesadillas, and three year old great granddaughter ate her grilled cheese

It was a Thursday and I was in town (Live 64 miles from Petoskey) for a Doc appointment and a bit…read moreof shopping. I had done a bit of research the day before .. looking for restaurants in the area. When I noticed that the Side Door had Prime Rib on special, (Wed-Sat) the decision was made. DISCLAIMER: I had eaten at the Side Door a few years ago (Cilantro Lime Shrimp W/Pasta) Me and my neighbor arrived at about 4:45PM, and were greeted with a warm smile and seated immediately ... we were kinda early for the dinner rush so there was plenty of available seating. (NOTE: When we departed about an hour after we arrived, the place was FULL and a line was forming for a table.) We both ordered the 14oz Black Angus Prime Rib (10oz also available). About the same time that we finished the first beer, dinner was served! Simply one of ... if not Thee best, PR that I have had in several years, across 11 states. My neighbor agreed. Both of us now try to plan our Petoskey trips to coincide with dinner at the Door My ONLY complaint is that the horseradish was weak. Actually, it seemed that it had been washed into submission .. totally without any flavor or "bite". The rest of the meal made up for it. (But I *will* bring some nose-incinerating, sinus-creating horseradish from home on the next planned trip.) Service: Superb. We never had to ask for anything. Drinks were refilled with perfect timing. And always smiling. She is an asset to the establishment. Driving Suggestion: Depending on the season and the time of day, if arriving from the North, it can be nearly impossible to make the left turn into the Side Door. Suggestion: Turn Right into the strip mall (KFC, AT&T, etc) and use the traffic light near the gas station to turn left, back onto the highway then a right into the Side Door Saloon for some of the best dining in the Petoskey area. Ample Parking is available. YMMV

SO MUCH fun! Great vinyl music played over fantastic…read moresounding speakers. Patrons can choose one side of any of their albums to be played. Great cocktails, too!

I absolutely love the concept of this spot! You can order cocktails and place a vinyl in queue to…read morebe played. They will play the entire record, which is awesome, but I think the difficulty is not knowing what vibe the patrons are feeling so the music can be hit or miss if you're not enjoying someone else's choice. I love the vibes and the cozy seating, it's perfect for a date night. The cocktails were good but definitely on the pricey side. I think it was $19 for mine and it was okay. Not worth that cost but I think they're paying more the ambiance than anything else. I'll definitely want to come back and chill but maybe consider a simple drink vs a signature cocktail. Everyone was super friendly and I really enjoyed my time!

Service is great. Fast, friendly and informative. The beer, which is their shinning star - I don't…read moreknow. I tasted 5 and didn't find one I really enjoyed. The other choices were not my style, so I sipped my beer of choice and in the end didn't finish it. The food is also mediocre. It's the exact same menu from years ago. Nothing unique, nothing setting it apart. It's a brewery so I guess beer - not food, is the focus but for the prices, I would expect more. I would opt for better quality. We also come here when in town and each time a little bit more disappointed.

Everyone in my family has been here for dinner, but this was my first time and I really enjoyed it!…read moreI was intrigued by all of the sandwich options and was happy they had a gluten free bun option. Service was quick and friendly. While not mind-blowing, I would happily recommend this restaurant and would go again!

Awesome place Love the people and the liquor…read more Drinks are especially good Can't wait to be there for food

This place was very nice, had great ambience, the food was very high-quality and the service was a…read morehigh-quality as well. We liked the cocktails, we ordered the ribeye steak and it was perfect and we split everything and they split the plates and gave us extra portions of vegetables and potatoes without charging extra. The kale salad was very good but I would say the dressing is a little too sweet for some. A great place to dine for dinner.

What a unique design and food service design!…read more The Back Lot is the perfect summer spot, lots of outdoor seating and indoor seating, great menu and great drinks! The vibe is chill, the breeze coming in from the open door layout is so nice to be able to enjoy the weather without direct sunlight. The food truck style setup is a nice change from a normal restaurant. The food is packed with deliciousness - plentiful portions and the flavor is just outstanding!

This place is awesome! Came here one evening while in town on our babymoon to catch the second…read morehalf of the MSU-NEB game (which unfortuantely didn't go well for the Spartans). We absolutely loved the outdoor area with all of the food trucks. Every single food truck looked like it had amazing food. Plenty of outdoor seating, with a decent amount of indoor seating also. Two bars to get beers from. Tons of TVs. I wish there were more places like this. I could see it being extremely successful pretty much anywhere.

Great visit!! Owner and staff were the best!!…read moreEvery spirit we tasted was unique and very flavorful!!!" Ambiance first class! Lots to do and very well appointed. It was originally a beautiful equestrian center. Olivia and Brittany are awesome!

This quaint little distillery was a perfect spot for a warm sunny day! They had the garage doors…read moreopen and music playing. They distill their liquor at another spot but carry and sell it there. I love espresso Martinis and I love old fashioneds. When I saw an espresso old fashioned on the menu it really piqued my interest. Omg. It was absolutely ridiculously good!! I'm hoping to duplicate it. I would go back just for that! The bartenders were great and very helpful. After all this alcohol it was time for an afternoon nap!