Clear Lake Bar

stop there with a group of my fellow golfers and I gotta tell you this is a hidden gem. The food…read morewas first class very tasty and the service was wonderful if you ever get a chance to stop in downtown West branch this is the place to have lunch or dinner.

Stop in West Branch for dinner or lunch occasionally on my way to or from more northerly…read moredestinations, but had never tried Logger's Depot. Hit it with my wife the other night when we were staying in town, and found it a good choice. We both ordered a crispy chicken wrap w/fries and weren't disappointed with it in the least. The thing was packed with tender fried chicken nuggets and nicely seasoned with a thai chili sauce. Fries on the side were excellent, and generously portioned. Only one craft brew on the tap list, but it was Founder's Mortal Bloom, not at all bad as a forced choice. Place was about half full on a Friday night, but was rapidly filling as we left. Atmosphere is that of a farily typical northern Michigan bar, though brighter than some.

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The Hen House Restaurant

3.9(34 reviews)

6.9 mi

Better off going to Kayla's right down the road !!!!!the hen house isn't the place u want to go…read morewent there on Father's Day at 7:15 am sign said open at 7am no signs were on and the door was locked.so I went home and call she answered the phone rude like right off the bat.so I asked when do u open she says 7am I said we were just there and the door was locked and the open sign was off.she basically called me a lier said the sign was on and the door was open when my husband tried to open the door it was locked and there were no signs on and this isn't the first time they have been rude save urself a trip go to Kayla's just down the road nice people good food

We were swayed by good reviews to come here for breakfast. I loved my cinnamon bread French toast…read more My husband had eggs Benedict which was, at best, ok. The place is hard the describe. The pictures are accurate. Think church basement. Quick service. Our waitress was super sweet. She was dressed ready to go out for a run. Kind of strange. But she was very kind and helpful. Men's bathroom was not clean. Not even the door handle This place is hard to rate because the food was a 3.5. The service was excellent as long as you can get over the informal dress. 4. Ambiance and cleanliness was a 1.

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Mac's Place

3.8(55 reviews)

8.6 mi

Big parking lot, easy in and out, friendly, fast servers, decent food and food options. We didn't…read morefeel like out -of-towners, we felt welcome and appreciated.

Food was good, service not so much. This is disappointing as a local who has never had a bad…read moreexperience. However, after being seated took 15-20 minutes to be waited on, though saw people who were just seated being waited on right away. Husband went without a refill on his drink the whole meal.

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With a pot of coffee for refills.

Sandbaggers Bar And Grill

3.6(10 reviews)

8.7 mi

My friends and I stopped by here just before dinner time on a Sunday without reservations and were…read moreseated immediately. I had seen good reviews about this establishment and they did not disappoint. We enjoyed 2 appetizers of "sandbaggers tots" which were more then enough for 8 people to share. Everyone enjoyed their entrees from BBQ chicken flatbread to a massive prime rib dip. Excellent price points for everything we had. Flat top seating with a full bar. Craft beer available with frosted glasses. Clean restroom. Good service with friendly staff. Located within the West Branch Country Club. I would definitely return when back in the area.

Me and my family went to sandbagged before and overall service was good, the servers are are…read moreamazing, and the ambiance is overall a nice feeling, plus I've played golf here and it's a great course. the staff are amazing too. Now to the Wisconsin bbq chicken sandwich. in my opinion, dunking a chicken breast in bbq sauce, and calling it a day to me is lazy, I think that if your gonna make a bbq chicken sandwich I rather wish it be smoked and the lightly using bbq sauce not over saturating it. The fries were crunchy and delicious and right amount of salt. The cheese curds were nice and delicious with the marinara. Plus on this sandwich I'd like lettuce, tomato, pickles and instead of provolone give me Swiss. Overall I liked my meal I just make these improvements to the sandwich and it be a solid 10/10 but this over all is like a 7/10 or in this yelp reviews case a 3 out of 5.

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Cider boys peach

The Highway Brewing Company

4.5(159 reviews)

8.7 mi

We have been wanting to try this brewery for a while, and finally made it in...what a great…read moreexperience! Bri took great care of us, she was very knowledgeable and friendly. Enjoyed our brews and the sangria cider! And then, the food... We started with the Brewhouse Pretzel...10/10! Hot, chewy, huge and perfectly salted...delicious honey mustard and cheese for dipping. I tried the Spiced Lamb Burger, very unique and tasty, and the spiral fries were delicious! Our table also enjoyed Mahi Mahi Tacos and the Southern Chicken and Biscuit sandwich, both very good. The cheesecake with Carmel sauce...wow. The slice was huge, with super creamy texture, just excellent. Also for dessert, I had a seasonal cocktail "All Too Welll", like pumpkin pie in a martini glass! Mom also enjoyed her Carmel Apple Cauldron. Looking forward to going back, this will definitely make our list of favorite spots when we are up north !

Beer was ok. Guess you need to be a regular to get served. Got our beers, asked for a menu, and…read morethen no one. We were even right in front of them at the bar! Regulars walked in and they were all over them. Could be a nice place for visitors if you can get waited on .

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Back Door Saloon

4.0(119 reviews)

24.3 mi

I stopped by Back Door Saloon in Michigan and tried the Crab Rangoon Egg Rolls with Sweet Thai…read moreChili Sauce... and WOW! They were so filling that I almost ordered another round, but honestly, one order was more than enough. I even took two home in a doggy bag and ate them cold later without reheating or even dipping them in the sauce and they were still absolutely delicious! The atmosphere is amazing. There's a beautiful view, a patio, a rooftop, and TVs everywhere on the main floor, so you won't miss a second of the game. Whether you're there to catch sports, enjoy the scenery, or just have a great meal, they've got you covered. The service was friendly, fast, and the restaurant was clean. The staff works hard, so don't forget to tip! Everyone was so welcoming, and the food was delicious at a great price. I seen a Mac n cheese bowl topped with brisket omg sooooo good Pro tip: Check them out on Taco Tuesday! And one thing I really loved it's kid-friendly! I saw families with kids enjoying themselves while others were watching the game and friends were high-fiving over a beer. It truly has that welcoming, family atmosphere that makes you want to come back. I'll definitely be visiting again!

I was in town for a training and went two nights for dinner. The first day, I got a burger and…read morefries. The burger was very flavorful and the fries were tasty too. The second time, I got a chicken cesar salad. The dressing was terrible- watery and an odd taste, and the chicken tasted like the premade kind in a bag. If I was in the area again, I'd definitely go back, but I'll stick with "bar food." Both nights, service was quick, and the person was friendly. Ambience is sports bar and clean. Drinks are good, but the beer selection was lacking.

Loved their santa fe chicken egg rolls!

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Lumber Jack Food & Spirits

3.1(165 reviews)

10.6 mi

Always consistent good and a West Branch tradition. Great gift shop. Stop in if you're local or…read moreon your way up or down 75!

AMBIANCE: The place was really very attractive and extremely clean - no dust anywhere. FOOD: Meh…read more Chicken wraps were good, burger was good, boneless wings were all fat and gristle, "fresh" green beans tasted like dirt - they clearly were not washed. SERVICE: Entire staff was 60+, and all acted like they wanted to be somewhere else. We ordered a Coke, and were served Diet Coke. Asked to please get regular Coke. Another Diet Coke was brought. Asked again... now WE were the problem. Fifteen minutes later, another was finally brought. Was told the lines were switched. It was still Diet Coke. Too bad. This place has potential. Go to Applebee's across the parking lot.

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East Bay Grille

4.8(14 reviews)

18.1 mi

2019 New Year's Eve dinner was amazing! Chris was spot on all night with perfect service! We had…read morean amazing table by the window! They brought back a classic tonight with their breaded halibut with a caper sauce. It was perfect! I had fillet Oscar! My son had a new dish which was Ny Strip with sautéed shallots and goat cheese! Everything was perfect. Thanks again for a great night!!!! Great job tonight on Mew Years Eve! Chefs menu was fantastic! Our Fillets were cooked perfectly and the crab on top was cut up crab let meat! It was so amazing! Our sons NY strip was cooked perfectly! This is our fourth New Years in a row coming here! Thank you to the whole team!!!! Happy New year!! It was We come here three to four times a year. Tonight's meal was spot on with the other times we've been here. We started with the duck appetizer and it was fantastic! We then had salads and soup! Their French onion is fantastic! I had surf n turf and the fillet was cooked perfect medium rare and the lobster tails was the most tender I've ever had. My wife's crab cakes were delicious with a very good sauce on the side. My son had the ny strip and it was cooked perfectly! Service was great and the wine is a great value!!! Can't wait to come back!!

While we were fully prepared to dress up and go to a sports bar for dinner during our girls weekend…read morein Houghton Lake, East Bay Grille gave our group a better option. We made a reservation for 13 on a Saturday and they were ready and waiting for us. The table was prepared and two servers greeted us. The restaurant, located inside of the Springbrook Inn, is a bit difficult to describe. Comfortable with some kitsch, a bit of an upscale family restaurant with a reasonable wine list (also reasonable pricing). The menu is not extensive but hits all of the main American items: steak, seafood, pasta, soup and salad. All of the mains were served with mixed vegetables (zucchini, onion, pepper or sans pepper for me as requested) and a potato (which included rice in the category). We did have two vegetarians in the group and the grill was not very vegetarian friendly. They did offer a stuffed red pepper, which luckily both ordered and enjoyed. The rest of the group had a large variety: cajun pasta, steaks, shrimp, perch and my order of ribs. The cajun pasta had a good flavor and was not at all spicy (this could be a good or bad thing depending on your preferences). The only complaint was that only a lone shrimp was found in the dish (the menu did say shrimp, which while suggesting a plural, was not). Overall everyone enjoyed their meal. I had the ribs as was a bit disappointed. The meat was tender but severely over sauced. I also found the sauce to be average. I did really like the sauteed veggies. I would not agree with the other reviews that the food is outstanding. I felt it was good to above average, depending on the item. The service was five stars. Both servers were friendly and engaging, refilling promptly and were responsive in their check ins. My four stars are based on an overall good experience and the service certainly orchestrated this.

Sur & Turf Dinner

Asparagus and shrimp in lemon fettuccine.

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Big Boy Restaurants

3.5(29 reviews)

10.6 mi

I'm so glad this Big Boy is still open. It is so good! This place has delicious breakfast, great…read moresandwiches, soups and entrees! The service is so friendly and fast. Love the diner. Nothing beats the big boy feel! Please stay open!

Big boy is one of those restaurants that always sounds good. The West Branch Big Boy does not…read moredisappoint. Good food, great service and a beautiful atrium, that's all a girl wants. Tom does a great job of making you feel welcome and if you have room enjoy a Hot Fudge Cake. Hope this place is still up and running when I am 100 years old.

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Coco Cabanas Restaurant and Nightclub

3.6(32 reviews)

11.9 mi

Leaving in is always amazing! We love this place. But ordering to takeout always is a…read moredisappointment! But we sure love the atmosphere of this joint. It's a neighborhood hangout ....

The ambiance is so fun and the staff is always super sweet and accommodating! Wish they were open…read moreall year!

Coco Cabanas Restaurant and Nightclub - Bar

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Jerry F.

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11 years ago

Great food and service! Loved the decor and the atmosphere! I had the halibut and it was great. The others in our party enjoyed themselves as well. We will be back when we are in the area. read more

Rich V.

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11 years ago

Surprisingly great menu and variety. The food is great, fun atmosphere and pleasant staff.

Gerry F.

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11 years ago

a great little bar and the prices are great and good food too

Dale P.

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9 years ago

A plus food and service each and every time!

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