The Cabbage Shed is a must visit!…read more I've been to Frankfort a few times but I was introduced to The Cabbage Shed during this recent visit. I was surprised it took so long to learn about this place! I visited during the warmer months so the outdoor patio was open. They have a DJ on the patio that allows you to request a song via submitting a song from the available vinyls. It was fun to look through the vinyls he had available and playing throwback songs. The Cabbage Shed is extremely popular so I highly recommend making a reservation, if possible. The outdoor sitting goes fast but they have ample indoor tables. My group was able to at least sit next to a window even though we were inside. The view on the patio is breathtaking! Even if you cannot sit outside, they'll let you step out to take a photo from the second floor if it's not too busy inside. I'm not sure if it's a requirement but every place in this area pour heavy handed. No complaints! I ordered the baked penne with sausage and it was unbelievable. I ordered this dish months ago and I still mention it anytime I reflect on my trip. The dish was flavorful and the ingredients tasted fresh. This was a relief because that's not the case for a lot of places nearby. I was easily able to get a a second meal out of my order. If I'm able to get at minimum two meals from my order it's always worth the price. I will definitely visit The Cabbage Shed during my future visits.

The prices were very expensive for what you received. The…read moreoutdoor seating was nice with a water view so I guess that is the extra cost. The salad which was my dinner hardly had anything on it. I asked about the salad and felt misled. The fries were very well cooked.

While up north, I knew I wanted to swing by Iron Fish to purchase some bottles of bourbon…read morebarrel-aged maple syrup (it's reason alone to go). My party suggested we stick around for dinner too, which I wasn't going to object to. I wasn't surprised to hear that we'd have a 35-minute wait on a Saturday. The staff was very accommodating and offered an empty room upstairs to wait and pass the time with some games. We asked if we could order some cocktails, and luckily the answer was yes. We placed an order with the hostess, and she brought those upstairs. Later, when there was a Shirley Temple spill, staff was gracious and whipped up another drink right away. Hospitality deserves five stars alone. What else deserves five stars? The cocktails of course. I had two "hotties," which were perfect with the wintry weather...and smart thinking. Who really wants a cold drink in January? The menu is simple, and much of the food is locally-sourced (huzzah). I vegetarian-ized the Christmas Dinner pizza, and it needed the saltiness/fatiness of the sausage. Still, I'll give points for creativity. Four stars. I get destination vibes from this spot, and I know I'll need to return in the summer months for the most optimal experience...but I was overall impressed with my winter trip. Five stars for Iron Fish Distillery!

I absolutely love this distillery! While the cocktails are top-notch--the Old Fashioned and…read moreManhattan I had on my last visit were perfectly balanced--the food actually stole the show. I tried the Spring Chicken pizza, and it's easily my new favorite. The combination of lemon olive oil, smoked chicken, and that pesto ricotta soprafina is incredible. I come for the drinks, but I'll be returning for the pizza!

So I want to be cautious here as I know there is new ownership from what I heard. My wife and I…read morecame here spontaneously as we were in town for the weekend. When we ordered, the bartender didn't drink which made it hard to know what certain beers taste like, but honestly, no judgement because he did the right thing and offered tastes of beer which was awesome and helpful! So service wise I would say great! The beer tasted really good as well and was decently priced. They had a bourbon barrel stout which was pretty good and newly released. The biggest issue we had was with the food. I ordered the spam sandwich with chips and my wife ordered the chicken quesadilla. While the food was cheap, the quality of the food also seems that way too based off what we ordered. The spam sandwich was supposed to be teriyaki flavored, and didn't get any of that. There wasn't a lot of thousand island dressing on it too, which made the sandwich dry. The chips that were served were clearly out of a bag as they were cold, which made it seem like I could have just gotten a bag myself. I would have paid a few dollars extra to get something fresh like fries. While spam comes from a can and I know this, my wife's chicken quesadilla had chicken that was clearly from a can - it was sopping wet, and the meat was very chunky, and very salty. This made us worry the rest of the food may not be very fresh. While we did have that experience, I will say the pretzel bites were really good and did seem fresh, and they were sourdough! So that was nice. I think this place has very good beer, and a really cool bar setup with a nice stage, arcade machines, and much more. However, I wouldn't come back here for lunch. Instead, I would make food at home. I would highly recommend more fresher options, and I would pay a little more for better quality food.

Had tacos and chips during our independent bike and brew tour…read more The Stevedore cider was amazing. Nice place, quiet due to 9/1. Will return.

Jonathan (yon) is fantastic. My girls and I came two days in a row while in reverse city for a…read moregirls weekend. He was accommodating and a great bartender! He even remembered my drink the next day if I come back to traverse, I will be back to see him!!

It is loud and busy but we had a great bartender that took great care of us amongst the chaos. We…read moredid not eat but had great cocktails thanks to a great bartender.

Let's be honest, you aren't going to the Villa Marine Bar for high-end crafted cocktails and…read moremichelin star food. Villa Marine Bar is the place you visit if you want cheap drinks and a beautiful view! My husband and I visited two nights in a row and didn't leave disappointed. They had a drink special for a pomegranate margarita and it was delicious! I also tried the blackberry margarita and no complaints. I've never had a drink from the Villa Marine Bar and questioned if there was alcohol in it because you test it instantly haha. The staff at the Villa Marine Bar are friendly and welcoming. Our waitress was new to waitressing (she told it was her first shift) and it was amazing seeing how patient everyone was with her. She was awesome and even remembered my group the next day when we visited. I was able to try the popcorn chicken during my first visit. It was okay but as I mentioned earlier, you go to the Villa Marine Bar for the drinks. Most of the people I observed were there for the drinks. The view of the marina was lovely. I visited right before the sun started setting so it was nice to see the color change of the sky.

Had a delicious lunch at the Villa yesterday. Greeted and seated by an owner. Server was…read moredelightful; knowledgeable about the menu items and the special of the day. I had the smash burger. It exceeded my expectations! Cole slaw on the side was tasty. The back deck offers a wonderful view. I'll be back!

Where have you been all my life and why can't I live next door! This place is so cool! The spirits…read moreare fantastic and just love the atmosphere. Servers and bar tenders are knowledge filled and seem to love the craft of cocktail. Was in town when a company rented it out for a private party and I would love to find a reason to come back! Stop, learn and drink! Find a reason to stop into this super cool place!

What a unique spot for very unique cocktails! Staff really knows their beverages and they have a…read moreseason menu that rotates and fall came out this week and while it was warm out drinks especially the Sweater Weather (Carmel apple drink) gave all the fall vibes! The outside area is so nice to sip a drink and chat!

A wonderful music listening room where the audience respects the artist. Alcohol is available.read more

I didn't have any food, so ixnay on that. Service- well, the…read moreevent leaders seemed nice, it was a concert. The Sweet Water Warblers: super group consisting of May Erlewine, Rachel Davis and Lindsay Lou. Two of the ladies now live in Nashville. Ambiance- light and sound were good. Poor Lindsay's guitar battery died mid song, but there were others she was able to borrow for the remainder of the show. I sat in the back, far left. I couldn't see the violinist who joined for two numbers, and couldn't see May when she played the piano. But, I could hear it all excellently. Def stop by and see a show or check their schedule to see what acts are coming soon.

I think this is the only place in.Glen Arbor to get Mexican food and it was great! The heated tent…read morewas cozy during our visit during our chilly northern Michigan visit. So glad they were open and looking forward to more golf, food and music this summer!

Just finished a round of putt putt here and I'll tell ya it was a blast!…read more What a bunch of these reviews aren't telling you is that the cost to play is for an ALL DAY PASS! So come early, play a round (9 or 18), go do your thing, and come back to play again when the music is going. Folks who are saying this is a tourist trap are being a bit unrealistic... it's Glenn Arbor folks, in the summer, yeah it's a bit pricey on some items. But 20 bucks for an adult play all day plus $7 Oberon tall boys isn't a bad deal for this area. I gave them 4/5 because I didn't have any bites, so I didn't want to leave a false impression that everything is perfect. But with this news, know that if that food isn't exactly in your wheelhouse you can completely come and go as you please. Great spot overall and definitely hits on several of the funny shirts/merch designs.

I wish I had more pics for this one, Birch & Maple is an incredible Northern Michigan spot; their…read morebrunch is unmatched! Their service is so friendly and you truly feel taken care of and get some of those hometownesque vibes. Every dish here is fantastic and is a solid portion size! The chicken and waffles is one of my favorites, the chicken is perfectly crispy & the Bourbon Maple Toffee is a unique topping that makes this dish taste phenomenal! This is 100% a must visit Northern Michigan brunch stop!

I love Birch & Maple. Natalie changes up the menu frequently, adding new items now and then,…read morefeaturing specials most of the time, and everything that comes out of the kitchen is delicious. We had the crostini appetizer, with the Hudson's salad and Asian chicken as our entrees, with a delicious bottle of wine that Nick recommended for us. It was a fabulous meal!

How did I not stop before now?…read more Stopped right after they opened on a Monday and sat at the bar. I was approached promptly by friendly staff/ bartender. Offered all menus including an Earlybird menu that offered Walleye (score!). Delicious dinner and local beer. Service was stellar and atmosphere had a cozy up north vibe. I have been coming up here for approximately 50 years, this will be a regular visit!

Friendly, delicious seafood with a huge variety. We were able to get steamed clams, oysters on the…read morehalf shell, fried oysters and king crab legs. Everything was cooked perfectly.