I had an amazing time tasting all the different vinegars and oils. Inside, they have these cylinder…read morecontainers where you can pour and taste everything. It's set up like a whole room where you can walk around slowly, look, and try different combos at your own pace. The staff was so nice--super helpful and even helped me come up with different pairings. One mix that made my mind almost explode was the watermelon basil balsamic with the ginger olive oil. It was so good, I couldn't stop myself. I went around the whole place trying different combinations like a madwoman. I ended up buying a four-piece set--two balsamic vinegars and two olive oils. One of the oils I bought was a jalapeño olive oil, and being a chef, my mind went to all these different places. My brain started to itch thinking about what I could make--different pieces, different marinades, different sauces, different salads. I got so excited and giddy, like a grown man in a LEGO store or a kid in Toys "R" Us. It was that kind of joy.

The staff in this store were extremely friendly and helpful. The products were superior! I loved…read morethe lemon white balsamic and the cherry balsamic was out of this world good! Lots of samples available and we purchased several things. The staff made pairing suggestions and there were recipe cards as well. The owner happened to be there and was very personable. He chatted with is for several minutes.

Excellence. Always the best. Every, single, time. The Best…read moreraw or smoked salmon, trout, whitefish & more. Excellent dips. Knowledgeable waitstaff. The legendary John Cross never disappoints.

The fish are fresh, the service is friendly and accommodating. The family feeling is apparent. The…read moreambiance is the best part. It takes you back to the way the local small fish shops have been forever on the shore of our lakes!

The more I dine out the higher my standards come for reviews and Duffy's STILL gets a 5…read more There was a mistake made when we were seated on the patio as the hostess didn't leave silverware and menus when she sat us so it took a few minutes to be greeted. We had to flag someone down who thought we sat ourselves and said we needed to see the hostess. Understandable if that had been the case, but since it wasn't I couldn't help but be curious....what was his plan, then? To just ignore us all night rather than let us know? From there a different server came out, apologized profusely (even though she had never walked by and ignored us like the other server) and our service was top notch. I wish I had her name bc she was fantastic! Hate to have to describe this way...but blonde waitress who worked on the patio this past Fri night...kudos! The NA options are phenomenal and I had a spicy something or other. Sooo good! Pizza was awesome! SO. MUCH. CHEESE! Cooked to perfection, right amount of crust. I was tempted to go back again on Saturday. Patio is fantastic, cozy and relaxing without being too chill. Only feedback then is to either put more signage up about seeing a hostess or remind servers to be kinder in reminding people bc ironically we saw multiple people that either did seat themselves or were confused on where the host stand was, and both servers and bartenders weren't particularly kind with their messaging. I can only assume they are tired of it bc it happens a lot, but saw a group that almost walked out due to feeling unwelcome when they asked the wrong person about a table. Not our server. She was the best. :)

Stopped here for a quick lunch and they took good care of us. There's inside and outside seating…read more Grinders, burgers and pizza are the main items. I ordered a small sausage and black olive pizza. Are you sure this isn't Wisconsin? Man was that loaded with cheese (no complaints). My wife had the red pepper hummus plate and instead of pita it is served with flatbread made from their pizza dough. It was covered in cheese! Nice selection of Michigan beers and the usual mass produced crap. Quick friendly service.

Stopped in while in town for the weekend. Wife and I wanted to make sandwiches and needed fresh…read morebread. Grabbed a loaf of sourdough and we were not disappointed. Great taste and texture overall, everything you'd want from a sourdough. Staff was friendly and shop seemed really clean.

I heard about Crooked Tree Breadworks on a recent trip to Petoskey and dropped by on my last day in…read morethe area. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to visit until near the end of the day and at that point they had sold out of most of their items, including the famous pepper parmesan rolls. They still had a few items left and we decided to pick up two of them. Kouign Amann ($4.95) - The caramelization of the sugar on this pastry is on point. The bottom has a layer of sugar that has melted into a glaze with extreme caramelization, almost on the verge of being burnt. If it had been left in the oven for a few moments more, it would probably have started to develop an acrid taste. Luckily, it was pulled out at just the right time. Even the sides of this pastry have been graced with sweetness and a top layer of thicker sugar crystals/grains adds an amazing crunch. While the kouign amann may not have as many thin laminated layers as a croissant, there is still an excellent buttery interior which helps balance the outside sweetness. The interior is fluffy and layered well into an even honey comb pattern. This kouign amann exceeded my expectations. (5/5) 3:00 O'clock Baguette ($5.90) - Yikes, this is by far the most expensive baguette I've ever bought. I was kind of dreading it when I first felt the baguette through the bag - it seemed a bit soft and limpy. When I tore into it soon afterwards, I found my concerns to be somewhat unfounded. By somewhat I mean that yes, there is hardly a crust on the baguette, but the interior still exhibits a nice chew and the flavor is very well developed. It's a decent baguette, but nothing outstanding. Perhaps the crust would be better earlier in the day when fresh baked? (4/5) I was definitely surprised by the quality of the baked goods at Crooked Tree Breadworks. I'll have to revisit earlier in the day on my next visit to the area so I can try more of their breads and pastries.

Food and service were very good. Lobster tail for $14. Very good. Steak very good. Desert very good.read more

I had really high hopes for this long time establishment, but unfortunately, it didn't live up to…read moreit. First, the ambiance and the service was excellent. We ate in the 'bar' section that had an excellent menu, tons of space, and a great server. It was easy to get refills, have additional drinks, and get the food in the timely manner. The concern is price for quality. The food quality was bad. The taste was nonexistent. The price astronomical. I can't recommend this spot until the price/quality quotient becomes more amicable. If there was even a hint of spice...or quality the rating would be better because of the service and ambiance. However, at the end of the day, this is a restaurant not a bar.

The whole reason I'm reviewing my favorite spot in Northern Michigan again, is because last night's…read moremeal was so incredibly perfect, and it was by chance that I found out they were open because I was on my way to Boyne City to have dinner. When I saw their sign lit, I turned around. I walked in and was received graciously as usual, and sat at the bar with Matt, the proprietor. Matt must've been born into this business because he's just so good at it and so natural it doesn't even look like he's a bit stressed or anything. Which in the restaurant business is the case at times. Regardless, I usually order some kind of a seafood dish here the walleye or the scallops, however last night the fillet was calling my name. It's that new RFK pyramid the protein so order it I did along with the dinner salad that comes with it and the Redskin mashed potatoes and beautiful asparagus perfectly done in my life. I don't think I've had a better dinner. I mean, the food's always excellent here but last night it just was perfection to the next level. So happy you were open. I'd much rather spend my dinner hour at Bella Vita a very relaxed atmosphere, with incredible service and food... Thank you, Matt, have a wonderful winter.

Update! Bella Vita made everything right!…read moreParents came in for some walleye and ended up using the gift certificate. Not only was dinner comped, but the entire bill was taken care of - this is how you do it! Parents weren't expecting anything more than the value of the gift certificate but were blown away by the service and graciousness of Bella Vita"s staff. 5 stars!! Thank you, BV!!

I literally panic when I'm coming to an end of one of my jars of jam or mustard from here haha…read more You can order online if you're out of state like me. But, I love coming in the store and trying all the goodies, buying my favorites and purchasing new things. The staff are always friendly and you can try anything in the store. Even if it's not out for a sample. Maple Cream: 1000000/10 Honey Mustard: 1000000/10 Rhubarb marmalade: 10000000/10 Lemon custard: 10000000/10 Raw honey: 1000000/10 Lemon honey: 1000000/10 Catching my vibe? I never tried something here and didn't like it. It's so dangerous. If you're shopping and are from out of town, if you buy 6 or more jars they can ship it to your home! They have free recipes cards for things you buy too! They don't use preservatives here and a lot of the produce they use to make their jams and honey are local! I dream of this place. It's heavenly.

I always stop by when in town! Love that they are so very "Pure Michigan". The DT store is always…read moreso preppy and well presented. Kristi greeted us right away. I'm addicted to the Pumpkin Seed Salsa-amazing! I got a great deal-Buy 6 and the 7th was half off! Thistle honey, fruit curds, and the Triple Berry Conserve is delicious! I so appreciate Kristi and her well run store! See ya next time!

The pizza and bread here was outstanding!! So happy to not use a chain restaurant and support…read morelocal. We found our new favorite in Gaylord.

My eggs, toast and sausages were above level for a $5.99 breakfast. The toast is really nice and…read morethick and I got two slices that are buttered lightly. My eggs I ordered over easy for two eggs and it was absolutely done with perfection and the taste was actually good. I find a lot of times. Eggs are tasteless. This was not the case here. Also the sausages aren't just the cheap bowl links. These are two really nice delicious sausages. The coffee well, it was not the best flowed whenever you asked for it. The waitress was fantastic and friendly. The ambience I can't wait to see what they do with all the plastic grapes and fruit hanging from the ceilings. I hope that the change is going to be something impressive for our town because it's time.. we'll be coming here often and I don't know if it's on Sundays yet, but we'll find out and we saw some friends and other booths so for me regardless of the decor that equals a five star.

I've tried many pizza restaurants and all of them are compared to Vivio's. The ambiance is quaint…read morebut it's ALWAYS busy so it's not quiet. My husband and I have never had a bad meal here. If you are traveling to the Indian River area you have to try Vivio's.

I have had some excellent pizza, salads, chicken Parmesan, spaghetti and service over the years but…read moretonight was NOT one of them. Solution is ask for Donna (we forgot tonight) and your chances greatly improve. She is an amazing waitress.

Stella Trattoria... where do I even start…read more The vibe? Dark, moody, romantic in the best way possible. The kind of place where you instantly feel like you're somewhere special. And somehow, you completely forget you're literally dining in what used to be an insane asylum... which honestly just makes it even cooler. The food was amazing every bite was so good and the wine? Even better. Like, the kind of place where you keep saying "just one more glass" and suddenly it's a whole night. This place is a whole experience, and we will absolutely be back.

What. A. Vibe…read more Walking in, I didn't know where this place would be. It's under an apartment complex with winding hallways. Felt a pinch bizarre. But then you walk in, and you're transported into such a cozy restaurant with an underground feel. Yes it is a bit pricey, but the food was delicious and we absolutely went to town and treated ourselves. So worth it. We all shared everything and there wasn't a bad dish. Our server, well she was amazing. Memorized everything, always checking in (but not in an annoying way), and just so friendly. Highly recommended and definitely make reservations way in advance!