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    Fiddlehead Restaurant

    4.2 (464 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Fry Bucket
    Marvin J.

    What a nice surprise! We were on our way to Chicago and found this place not very far from the train station. Not familiar with this town at all and it didn't look like there was much in the area. But they have a gem of a restaurant here. I had the quesadillas and my wife had a shrimp salad. We also ordered the fry basket and they have different sauces you can get with it. Everything was really good. It was kinda tough to pick my meal because they had a lot of interesting choices on the menu. And the service was great! Very attentive and genuine. This is a nice place. If we're ever taking the train to Chicago again and need to grab a quick meal, we're coming here.

    Gabby Z.

    We came in blindly without even looking at the menu and were pleasantly surprised from the start. The restaurant had a cozy feel with cute holiday décor, and although we waited a bit to be seated, the service was worth it--everything arrived exactly as we ordered. The food was delicious across the board, and the biggest surprise was the German pretzel. We were not expecting it to be that huge, and it ended up being one of the highlights. Prices are definitely on the higher side, but for a once-in-a-while dinner, it felt justified. The quality really matched what we paid for. We tried the filet, lobster ravioli, Caesar salad, German pretzel, stuffed mushrooms, and the Diablo pasta, and everything was well-prepared and full of flavor. Overall, it was a great experience from start to finish, and we'd absolutely come back.

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    Jean P.

    Amazing dinner at fiddlehead tonight. Great service and awesome food. I love that they are supportive of LGBT communities.

    Stuffed Mushrooms
    Mason B.

    This restaurant was one of the best on our trip. The food was perfect and our service was great also. Wow, this place was seriously amazing, it was definitely a highlight of our vacation. Everything we ordered tasted absolutely delicious, cooked to perfection. The staff were super friendly and attentive, making the experience even better. I highly recommend checking this restaurant out if you're ever in the area. We'll definitely be back next time we visit!

    Old Fashioned Pretzel
    Jess C.

    We had dinner here while on vacation. The servers were incredibly friendly. They had the biggest hot pretzel we have ever seen. The green beans were the best I've ever had! I never get very excited about vegetables but I wished I had just a plate of them. The chicken was also very good. We loved it so much we went back a second night. Definitely give them a try!

    Storefront
    Tom T.

    We went to Fiddlehead on a recent roadtrip. The service, food and ambiance was exceptional. Near the Lake Michigan beach. Highly recommended.

    Menu
    Gregg H.

    Very cute place in Michigan City with a pretty varied menu including some vegetarian options as well. The chicken carbonara was a little salty but very good. The shrimp tacos were fantastic! Perfectly cooked shrimp with a spicy sauce covered in coleslaw with tomatoes. The Fiddlehead salad looked delicious as well with lots of toppings. The salads are large enough to share, so come hungry and bring friends! They also have a great selection of house cocktails that are creative and well crafted. The service was helpful and pleasant too. Nice place I'll come back to when I'm up that way.

    Pierogi
    Alissa W.

    Love the variety of the menu and so many gluten free options. Tried the pirogues this time. Plus the amazing pulled pork sandwich with delicious sweet potato tots. Delicious

    Jacob C.

    Fiddlehead is our favorite! Delicious food, generous portions, attentive service, and beautiful indoor/outdoor spaces. Some menu items sell out fast, so arrive early. Always leave happy and full! Food: 5/5.

    Lemen A.

    I went with the spaghetti bolognese and it reminded me of something homemade. The meat sauce was hearty and not overly salty like some places. The pasta was al dente and the portion was generous. I liked that they served it with garlic bread, which was actually pretty good. Staff was attentive and the food came out fairly quickly. It's a chill spot, good for casual dinners. I'll be back to try the lasagna.

    Mirabile D.

    I had the fettuccine alfredo and it was creamy without feeling too heavy. The pasta was cooked perfectly with just the right amount of bite. I could tell the sauce was made fresh and had a nice garlicky undertone that really worked. The portion was generous and I even had leftovers for the next day. Our server was super friendly and checked in often without being overbearing. The restaurant had a cozy vibe with warm lighting and soft music in the background. Definitely a great spot for a casual dinner with good pasta.

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    The best food in the area! We went because they have a lot on the menu that's gluten free...even fried pickles! Highly recommend!

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    One of the best places to eat in town. The food is very creative and gourmet style with fun flavor.

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    We had a large group including children. The service was awesome and the menu was great.

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    Great local food in Michigan City Indiana! This is our go to spot for local partner org lunches!

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    Really great food, but the waitress had 3 additional roles: Bus-boy, bartender and hostess. Perhaps the owner could come in and help?

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    Shoreline Brewery & Restaurant

    3.9
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    We stopped into Shoreline Brewery while visiting Michigan City because it was unbearably hot…read moreoutside and we needed somewhere to cool off before we could check into our hotel. We ordered the Elote Pizza, and overall it was really good. It had a nice wood-fired crust that was probably the highlight of the meal. The only downside was that it came with a garlic aioli that was very heavy...there was so much on the pizza that it overpowered some of the other flavors. I think it would have been even better with a lighter hand. For drinks, I had one of their sour beers and my husband ordered an IPA. Both were good, but neither really stood out as anything particularly memorable. We sat at the bar, and the bartender was friendly and took good care of us. The layout of the brewery was a little unexpected. We walked into the main entrance, then the host brought us back outside and over to a separate building where the bar is located. It was a little confusing at first, but it ended up being a neat setup. The restaurant was clean, with a spacious dining room and a nice-looking patio. The only thing that kept this from being a higher rating was the value. It felt a little expensive for what we ordered, and while everything was solid, nothing really wowed us. Overall, I'm glad we stopped in, especially as a place to escape the heat for a while. If you're in the area and looking for a casual meal and a local beer, it's worth checking out...I just wouldn't necessarily go out of my way to visit again.

    Shoreline Brewery & Restaurant is an easy go-to stop in Michigan City for locally made beer, a wide…read morevariety of food options, and a fun outdoor patio atmosphere. Our group started with the pierogi appetizer, and it was definitely the highlight of the meal. They were perfectly fried with a crispy exterior and topped with sour cream, bacon, and onions. Super flavorful and hit the spot! For dinner, I ordered the Chicken & Bacon Jam Sandwich with sweet potato fries. While the chicken itself was tender, the bacon jam was much sweeter than I expected and ended up overpowering the sandwich. I was hoping for more of a savory flavor. The bottom bun also soaked up quite a bit of oil, making it pretty soggy and messy to eat. The sweet potato fries weren't quite my style either because they were heavily coated in sugar and tasted more sweet than savory. Unfortunately, neither is something I'd order again, even though both sounded great on the menu. We visited during a busy Saturday dinner rush, so our food took a while to arrive, but our server was friendly, attentive, and acknowledged the delay, which I always appreciate and understand! We sat outside on the patio, which was a fun place to spend the evening. The only thing I noticed was that there wasn't any music playing outdoors like there was inside, and I think that would have added a little more energy to the space. Overall, I don't want to knock this place too much because I genuinely think it's a great spot for Michigan City. Between the local beer selection, large menu, welcoming atmosphere, and outdoor seating, it's definitely worth a visit! I'd happily come back and try some different menu items next time!

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    Boathouse Grill

    Boathouse Grill

    3.9
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    0.2 mi

    It's always a great meal and friendly service. I love their cheeseburgers, and crispy fries! I also…read moreenjoy supporting local businesses.

    November 6, 2024, approximately 2:41 P.M…read more I can understand why so many restaurants are going out of business if customer service is anything like I experienced at the "Boathouse Grill" in Michigan City, IN yesterday. My two granddaughter's and I stopped there for a sandwich after shopping at the Lighthouse Mall. To say the woman that took our orders was unfriendly, is an understatement. She was an older woman with short hair. My granddaughter ordered a Patty Melt on white bread, this woman's response was "we don't have white bread." My granddaughter asked for a substitution because she doesn't like rye bread. Answer: "that's all we have." Did not offer to put it on a hamburger bun, which is white bread. I ordered a salad. I was told "no salad's today." I then ordered a fish sandwich and a cheeseburger, with two sides of mayonnaise, one for fish and one for cheeseburger. The woman who was cooking brought one side of mayonnaise. When I told her I needed another, her response "I already gave you one." The food was okay, service TERRIBLE. I would never go back. I'm in the restaurant business and would never treat customers the way we were treated yesterday. And to add insult to injury, I was charged .50 for a cup of water. This is the worse $27.90 (my check) that I will never see again! Thelma J. Garcia tgarcia701@comcast.net

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    Bridges Waterside Grille

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    Bottom Line: Fun, waterside, marina atmosphere with decent food. Worth a stop…read more I picked this place out from my map function because it looked interesting, on the water, and near an historic, old railroad bridge (Trail Creek Swing Bridge). It is my first time here, and for a late afternoon linner. The place did not disappoint--for the most part. It is open air with a beachy, boaty, picnic tables-under-umbrellas vibe. It overlooks the water, a marina, and the name inspiring railroad swing bridge which makes for an interesting visual environment. Thankfully there is no attempt to force an out of place theme, sparing us from steel drum background music. Interestingly though, the only nod to the railroad structure inspired name was an old school railroad crossing sign at the entry otherwise everything else is boat marina feel. Our server was friendly and efficient. My hefty burger was thick and juicy. The coleslaw was fresh. The disappointment was the fries. They were more like shoestring fries and came dried out/overcooked. The sweet potatoes fries were a better bet. The lackluster fries were not enough though to lose a star. Overall the experience was a satisfying one and at a reasonable price. I would definitely come back especially as a very nice alternative to the other railroad name inspired brewery restaurant in town.

    The atmosphere and deck are nice on a summer day but I feel that the food is somewhat outrageously…read morepriced for fried bar food. I had the salmon burger and sweet potato fries which were good but we were shocked when we got the bill. It's good for kids and big parties assuming you catch them when the wait isn't too long during peak season.

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    Cheese curds were fantastic!
    Cheese curds were fantastic!
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