DAWN & ANGIE MADE OUR NITE!! Food was awesome, quick and soo good!! But our nite was made with the amazing service and super strong drinks at the bar with the amazing girls they have much love to Dawn & Angie!!! we WILL be back!!! read more

Johnny’s Torch Riviera - Lemon drop shot will knock you out! - Seafood Near Me - Rapid City, Michigan

We have been going to Torch RIviera restaurant for around 10 years now. I must say that the food was much better before the change in ownership 6-7 years ago. If you're going to do italian then you need to do it well. My wifes Bolognese was as flavorless as my shrimp scampi pasta. My shrimp scampi pasta was sitting in water. Not lemon/butter/cream sauce but water. There was not even a hint of garlic in the dish. We had spinach artichoke dip as well. Also bland without a hint of spices or garlic. Their ideas are great, their execution was poor. This reminded us more of the Italian you would find at a Big Boy restaurant. My brothers ribs came out 5 minutes after the first three entrees. That seemed unusual for a dish that was precooked. Our waitress was wonderful. Very attentive, great service. Front of the house was GREAT! Back of the house needs some work. read more

Amazing food and treated like family here! Kelly was an excellent server, so kind and efficient. My first time here with aunt and uncle who are summer locals every year. I had the lasagna! You need to get the lasagna! Hearty, gorgeous, melts in your mouth layers of homemade meat sauce, cheese and pasta! I almost ate every bite because I could not stop. Very large portion too. Delicious!! Then I had cannoli!! The traditional and the pistachio. Delicate, crispy, sweet, balanced. Amazing! read more

Johnny’s Torch Riviera - Seafood Near Me - Rapid City, Michigan

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We ordered take out from here. The server/host who helped us was extremely friendly and kind. The food was good and the atmosphere in the restaurant seemed fun. read more

It was an extremely busy evening and we were told right away it was going to be a while. Our server kept checking on us. It was worth the wait, the taste of all the sauces our family had, you could tell was home made. The owner checked on us as well and thanked us for our patience. read more

My husband and I tried this place for the third and last time tonight. We got the crab rangoon dip and it came with tortilla chips that I believe were stale, and the dip had a fishy first taste to it. Dinner was the tortellini dish for me and the chicken marsala for him, he had me try it, the chicken didnt taste done to me, very rubbery and it isnt setting well with my husbands stomach at this very moment. Probably not going to be back, 97 dollars for our meal. read more

Stopped in and thought we'd eat but not open yet. Lady came out and said even though they aren't open yet we could not park there. We pulled up to the side lot to chat with friends about our next destination and while talking through the window to each other, obviously not staying or getting out, she came and told us to leave. Wouldn't stay and eat if they were open. read more

Funnily enough the building reminds me of an old bait and tackle shop. However that being said inside is inviting and a little dark. It divided into a couple of seating areas and a bar. I Ordered the Crab Rangoon Dip ($16) served hot with Wonton Chips. They were excellent. They come out scalding. The chips taste homemade and once the dip cools enough to taste it becomes very addictive. I also ordered the Lasagna ($22). It somehow comes out even hotter than the dip. Yowser, it is a nice thick slab of Lasagna. Once it cooled enough to eat it was delicious. The noodles were delicate and tasty. The sauce was right on and there was plenty of meat inside it. It ended up being too much to complete and I had about half left to enjoy the next day. The service is very friendly and does a great job. Overall a 5 star review. Would I return? Yes, an oasis in the practical middle of nowhere it seems like. read more

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Mico's is back! What was known for generations as "The Torch" is now Mico's Torch Riviera and it's fabulous! I've been fortunate enough to know the Fortuna family and their long history of serving delicious Italian food to the Traverse City & Torch lake region. Since the Leelanau Peninsula translates to wine country (it doesn't but it should!) we started with a bottle of Black Star Farms Riesling. Some restaurants really mark up the wine but the prices at Mico's were more than reasonable. For starters we ordered the Caprese salad (good but nothing that stood out) and the calamari for an appetizer. I was surprised how much calamari came on the plate. It was delicious too. Lightly breaded and flavorful and enough for a whole group to share. My mother had the chicken Marsala. Their homemade Marsala sauce was excellent. For me though the shining star was the tortellini Norma. The walnuts mixed in the cream sauce added a nice touch to an already wonderful dish. Don't skip dessert either. We got cannolis to go and enjoyed them the next morning with our coffee. Mico's is truly a gem for Torch Lake and I can't wait to go back next summer! read more

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Johnny's Torch Riviera is a long standing business that has a cool.vibe and a great place to grab a bit of whitefish and maybe a cold drink or two. The service is friendly and it has a cool, laid back vibe. read more

Food and service is fantastic. ! The Lasagna is the best and don't forget to try the Spaghetti.

Excellent Food Great service They will adapt any item to meet your needs. They're excellent. Their salads are the freshest green salad and the Greek salad exceptional. It was delicious. Best salad, salad dressing. I think I've ever had. Excellent selection of beverages and made to Order beverages excellent. Can't say enough about the wonderful owner and staff ... If you do have a special request or an issue, the owner is right there and does an excellent job of making sure that the customers are totally satisfied !!!! Ambiance is great. They decorate for each of the holidays to make a very welcoming and warm atmosphere. We are definitely making reservations for Valentine's Day . Can't wait. Deborah A very satisfied customer read more

The only restaurant on the lake. Uninspiring food. Menu could be fresher. Staff was efficient and organized.

2 of us went here for first time ever. Heard the new owners were great restaurant and entertainment people and it proved to be true. Not sure about some of the negative reviews are about but the food and service here are amazing. Not super polished fine dining service but real people putting in a hard effort with enough skill to make for a great experience. Calamari is some of the best ever. The Fishermen's stew is loaded full of seafood and savory tomato based sauce. Even the side salad had a homemade raspberry vinaigrette that was better than I've had before. The cannoli for desert was just average. The musician during dinner was very entertaining. We will stick around for main show next time. Would have given 4.5 stars this time but not available and 4 was too low. read more

Johnny’s Torch Riviera - Cioppino. "Fisherman's stew" - Seafood Near Me - Rapid City, Michigan

As usual, we had a great dinner last night. The blackened salmon and french dip sandwich were both great. As always the service was very attentive, thanks Danielle! Also worth noting, it is very handicap accessible. The chef is very helpful in with any allergies (I am GF). The owner is always present read more

The staff was very friendly and the food was delicious!! Quiet atmosphere with clean restrooms and dining area. Ordered Crab Rangoon dip, Lasagna and a whitefish special. Servings were huge, definitely enough lasagna for two or even three meals. read more

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We went by Johnnys' today. I had the cherry chicken salad. It was the best I've ever had. Our server was very nice and attentive. Seems like a chill up north spot with some nice views of torch lake as well (even though it was a rainy day, it was still beautiful). We will be back. read more

Had a group of 12 people on Friday night before Labor Day. They had several of the help call of so they were short staffed but they did everything they could to accommodate us. The food was very good. The lasagna was some of the best I've ever had. Would definitely go back. read more

Somewhere between one and two stars. Service was slow even with our trying to wait patiently in these barely past COVID times, thinking the restaurant was just getting back up and running. My dining companion had the fried fish sandwich which was average at best...I should know since she traded me for my awful meal halfway thru! I had the veal marsala, nasty is the first thought that comes to mind. Bland, gray, lifeless and void of flavor are other adjectives I'd use to describe this ugly mess of a meal they were calling veal. The manager came by and inquired why the meal wasn't satisfactory, but was overly defensive in her attempts to right the situation. Even the complementary cannoli they gave us to make up for the meal was equally boring and flat. I'm sure the place will be mobbed by families coming off the lake (which can't be seen from the restaurant) during the summer but anyone looking for a seriously good meal won't return. read more

Johnny’s Torch Riviera - Veal marsala and fish sandwich - Seafood Near Me - Rapid City, Michigan

The people are great! We've had several Dinners and always enjoyed the food. Be sure to go hungry the portions are large.

Popped into the restaurant with a few friends for pasta night. Food was excellent and the entertainment was wonderful. Enjoyed listening to Dominic Fortuna. Service was great too! read more

The owner is very attentive and wants to make sure that your dining experience is top notch. The staff is friendly and the entrainment is very good. Not too loud that you can't hear the person next to you. The food is tasty. Great place to hang out for beer, burgers and wings but they also have fish, steaks, pasta and pizza. read more

Breath of fresh air at a place I go to get a breath of fresh air. Fantastic live band!! Food is as good as I remember it up at the Clam River. Vegetable addition as a side would be nice and food presentation could improve. Small tweaks! Great addition to the local area. People were dancing and having a great time! Thank you Mico's read more

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Fabulous food and great service! Can't wait to see new menu release March! Always freshly prepared and cozy inside. Best Italian in northern Michigan and great for entertaining guests up north. read more

YAY!! MICO'S IS BACK!! Wonderful long time Italian family recipes on many items with great pizza & American food as well. Very friendly staff. Located where Torch Riviera Inn used to be at the Torch River Bridge, right next to Torch Lake boat launch & sandbar. Had their ribs, french fries & their spaghetti bolognaise with shrimp -- ALL EXCELLENT!! read more

Anything I've had or guests we've taken to Johnny's has been excellent. Service, food and warm welcome.

Excellent service and surprisingly good food! Fresh pasta is excellent. Lasagna is some of the best I've ever had at a restaurant. You'll be pleasantly surprised. read more

I'm giving Mico's 5 stars because it brought back so much nostalgia for me. There is something special about that perfect dish that takes you back in time. The water permeating my pasta dish (noodles floating in water), the bland meatballs lacking any hint of flavor, the texas toast with diced tomatoes offered as bruschetta. It was all so perfect. I was instantly transported to that special time in my life when my children were 10 and 12, and would make me a special dinner for my birthday. And the nostalgia just kept coming! When I paid my entire bill, tipped the server 20%, left all - less one bite, and asked to speak with the owner. What a treat! It was like I was back in middle school. Dominic captured the essence of the low self-esteem bully perfectly. Amazing experience! If the sarcasm hasn't resonated, don't go to this dump. The owner is a megalomaniac that couldn't make a pb&j if he had a youtube video showing him how. Save your time, money, and patience. Boil mueller noodles, throw some olive oil and parmesan on them and enjoy something that is 1000 times better than you'll get from this place. Better yet, seed out some roma tomatoes, dice them up and toss them with the above. Then take it in and show mr. broadway how you use tomatoes in an Italian dish. read more

Had take-out from there tonight. It was absolutely wonderful. Just like the original on C look am River!!!

We just returned from a month-long trip to Sedona. I can honestly say their food, quality and pricing are far superior than the finest restaurants we visited while in AZ. The service was exceptional although we were there on a weekday when only three other tables were filled. But the staff certainly could not be any more friendly. read more

I've been going to the Torch Riviera for many years, and now that it is Johnny's (though the sign outside, and the menu still say Mico's), I thought I'd see what is new. Not the menu. Very good food. I had the Angel Hair Pasta with olive oil, garlic, and tomatoes. I'd definitely get it again. Jody greeted us and shared with our table the plans she and her brother John have for the restaurant. I am very excited to see these plans unfold in the next few months. Our waitress Bryn is very new to the job, but made us all feel welcome. Even like family! A Wednesday night in the middle of winter means it was not crowded at all, but all the food was fresh and delicious. Real Italian heart went into our meals. read more

Good, I just wish they served a side of green vegetables not candied baby carrots with everything. For the price you're paying for the dinner, it'd be nice to have broccoli, green beans or asparagus as a choice. Also if you don't want fries it'd be nice to have different potato choices such as baked or mashed, or a small side of pasta... and If you're doing low carb you are out of luck. Also they do not offer a kids menu for some reason. The chicken dishes are very tasty. We tried Marsala, piccata and the fried chicken. Just my 2 cents. Fantastic restaurants allow customers more choices and flexibility. It's what would make a good restaurant, great in my opinion. read more

Stayed in Torch Lake for three nights and ate at this place at least once a day! Owners were very friendly and easy to talk with. Over the course of several days my wife and I thoroughly enjoyed their company surrounding each and every meal. We ate the breakfast consistently, so that's what I can attest for. My full review of the food/service is as follows: Healthy portioned savory breakfast burritos, I enjoyed it as a quick start to the day, taking all of 3-5 minutes to be served hot and ready. The (female) owner delighted us with daily pastries alongside. Honestly, this would be our neighborhood spot if we lived in the area. Relaxed atmosphere, good food, decent prices. Certainly better than driving 20-30 minutes to go anywhere else. ..So quit your complaining ya' townies read more

Was turned away at the door said they were too busy to serve anyone who doesn't have a reservation. We were not even allowed to wait. Welcome to Torch lake... 1st time and last time at that "Bistro" read more

The service is not slow it's up north speed. The fried chicken was an unexpected delight. Being Italian I'm picky about my Italian so I went the fried chicken route. Man was it good German style breading fired to perfection. read more

So happy to have Mico's back on torch! The tortellini and Sicilian cream steak were excellent, service was prompt, and the best part is the entertainment. Dominic is an incredible performer and the perfect pairing for the rustic Italian dining! read more

Pizza is very good! Great place to eat , service was excellent 5 stars for sure.. i'll be back

Called to order pizza, pepperoni and banana peppers, no banana peppers. Asked what meat lovers pizza they have was told it's a build your own pizza, ask for what toppings are available and was told to ask and I'll tell you if we have it(strike 1)....went with pepperoni only. Said it would be 40 minutes, waited 5-10 minutes and left my house, about 10 minutes later got a call that my pizza was done(strike 2)...good thing I left when I did. Got to there and my pizza was sitting out on a table(strike 3). Really enjoyed the pizza, crust was really good, cheese was nice and salty with the pepperoni. Pizza was 4/5 star review. Will probably try again but I'll wait to order so that it will be nice and hot when I arrive and not sitting out on a table getting cold. read more

We went to Torch Riviera for the first time since new ownership. Although the interior was freshened and brightened a bit, everything else was not good. Expected a new menu, but didn't expect a staple such as Fish & Chips (no longer all you can eat) being so different. Cod was replaced with Paddock(?), plus the "chips" were coated with I guess was a "seasoning". Not good! Used to serve a mini loaf of fresh bread, which was a nice touch. Now, on the menu was "Bread Service" for $ 3.00. Our server, Amanda (long time employee), did her best to check on us while WAITING for our dinner, the wait time was probably close to 30 minutes. I mentioned these issue to Amanda and the "manager", who advised a new menu will be introduced soon. Won't be returning, unless The Torch Riviera returns to The Torch Riviera! read more

We ate here twice while we were visiting Torch Lake. The first time we ate in with a large party. We were seated quickly and service was good. Chicken Marsala and the Tortellini were 2 favorites but everything was good. We ordered pizza to go another night after a long day on the lake and it did not disappoint either. Best place we ate at Torch Lake. read more