Enjoyed a fabulous dinner here. It was Saturday evening, so we had a reservation and were glad we…read moredid. Had wonderful service from Sienna. She was knowledgeable about the menu, friendly and very attentive. We were seated at a very busy table, pathway through to the kitchen. So I wish I would've asked to be relocated when we first sat down. But now we know. The Shawarma Platter was divine. Pickled veg the perfect accompaniment to the meat. The pork ribeye was also delectable. Lots of options, pizza, pasta, Mediterranean, Greek, Italian. It was hard to choose. The type of place I would definitely want to come back. Cocktails were incredible. And the decor is charming, with little stags in coats hanging up all over the place.

We absolutely enjoyed our meal at the Golden Stag. I was able to make a reservation, which I love…read moreand parking was very easy to find. We were seated pretty immediately and our waitress was fairly attentive. While I don't remember the cocktail name, it was delicious! We split the Gondala, which was a giant pasta bread bowl, which got better with every bite. Finished the night with a berry tiramisu. Absolutely delicious meal!

We arrived in the evening and the patio was already closed. Would have loved to sit out there, but…read moreinside was pleasant as well. Food was great! We weren't extremely hungry so we ordered à la cart and it was the perfect amount. The spicy jalapeño margarita was very good although pricey at $15.99. Chips and salsa were $3.99. They do not come with your meal. Waiter was friendly and attentive.

As a Mexican food lover , I have to say that the foods at this place tasted VERY BAD! I never had…read moreFajitas tasted Awful SWEET! I asked the server and she said they did put some sweet like pine apple /mango sweet stuff into the food and that tasted SOO weard! So bad! It's maybe American BBQ style of Mexican , NOT authentic Mexican food (NOT EVEN CLose!)

Bluefish was definitely one of the highlights of our trip to the area and the perfect capstone date…read moreto our vacation. We went about midday during off hours and were advised that there was only one server on shift and there might be a wait. However, Lauren absolutely KILLED it and the service was great! On to the food... it was OUTSTANDING. The dishes my girlfriend and I had were unique and tasty. I had the blackened whitefish with the corn chipotle sauce and the flavors blended wonderfully. The seasoning was great, and it was cooked to perfection. You could also tell it was very fresh. Definitely check this place out!!

I gave a five-star rating only because a six-star wasn't an option. While touring the western side…read moreof Michigan, we stopped in at the Blue Fish Kitchen & Bar for a late lunch. It was a mid-week day and there was hardly a soul in the place so I was a bit concerned. Completely unnecessary! The pulled pork sandwich was great and the gyro was also great. Served with some of the best chips I have ever had, the food was delivered hot and quickly from our server, Marie. The upscale atmosphere was perfect for a memorable lunch. Our table overlooked the river and on a sunny day, it was perfect. Marie did not lead us astray with the dessert menu - cheesecake made in-house with raspberry topping. Absolutely delicious!

As per usual, I forgot to snap a quick picture of lunch at TJ's today, so I'm hoping a good…read moredescriptive review will suffice! While looking for TJs in the downtown Manistee area, I commented how cool the historic exterior of the corner building was. Much to my pleasure, it turned out to be where we were heading. Walking up, several stories of crisp bricks greet you from the clean, quaint street. Walking in, you're hit with the casual, historic feel of an old building, with good smells wafting out of the back. The service was fast and friendly - we were seated within a minute, despite a pretty busy late lunch crowd. Our waitress checked on us multiple times through the meal, without being intrusive. A+ for this! We ordered chicken alfredo and the smoked Mac and cheese. Both came out of the over piping hot and fresh, loaded with cheese and sauce,and garnished with some fresh toasted baguette slices. The mac was topped with real bacon bits - none of the fake grocery store stuff. Portions were just right - I definitely could have eaten more, but I'm glad it wasn't there for me to gorge. TJ's is a great spot for lunch!

Cozy little place, menu pretty typical of quality bar and grill operations. That included a…read moresouthwest-style chicken salad, which is a favorite of mine, and TJ's is a bit unique. It had the standard toppings--avocado, corn, black bean, tomato, tortilla chips. But the cheese was melted on top, like a kind of crunchy/chewey plate--it really looked like it was topped with a mini pizza. Not sure that enhanced the salad, but overall it was fine. Instead of dressing, it came with tubs of sour cream and salsa to mix in. I do that at home sometimes, so can't complain. The lettuce was fresh and crispy. Decent beer selection, including a quite a few bottled ones, which I hadn't noticed until after I ordered my pint of Two Hearted. Be sure to ask for a bottle menu. I sat at the bar and the server regularly looked in on me. Wasn't too noisy, in spite of the tight space that was full when I stopped in on a Sunday night. Nice little spot to check out in Manistee.

Reviewed this back in '24 when they opened and it's gotten better and better. Let me just say this:…read more The Backyard burger is the best burger I've ever had. Period. And I grew up in the 80's eating at 'up north' bars, which previously had the best burgers of my life. This tops it. In addition to great pinball, a nice space, and great vibes, The Outsider is currently winning Manistee.

pros: great burger, pinball, tons of outside seating, they have soft pretzels w cheese, seems like…read morea cool spot cons: $40+ for 2 people, you get about 8 onion rings for $6, didn't get chips bc i also ordered onion rings so that felt like a rip off lol, service was kinda slow but that's fine, AI signs

The Wheelhouse Burger(x2) Peel & Eat Shrimp!…read more1/2 Rack Ribs! Perfect meal for my son and I, before poker!!!

Better than most local pubs! Come weekly to chill out and maybe even win enough to…read morePay for our dinner.

The oldest tavern in operation in Manistee County, the Blue Slipper offers lots of history in its…read moredecor but a more contemporary fun experience. Jukebox, TV, very friendly and attentive staff, great food and drinks at good prices all come together to make this place a great place for a meal, a drink at the bar, or both. A must visit when traveling through Onekama.

Cute bar. Average service. Brisket nachos were tasteless. The meat was flavorless and tough. No…read morecheese to speak of. Disappointing!

We have visited Birch and Maple a handful of times. Each experience has been a true delight. The…read morefood is so fresh and delicious. Their drink menu is the best in the area. Lastly, the service is super friendly and prompt. We will continue to frequent this outstanding restaurant every time we visit Frankfort.

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!

Now THIS is what I'm talking about!…read more If you love your Michigan beers and craft foods, this is the spot in Ludington. There's a hole in the wall leading to the bar next door (The Sportsman) and the atmosphere is super chill. Food is unique and VERY good. Draft beer selection is extremely varied and well put together for a wide palate range. Well done, very well done

When we first walked in we were served our first beer. Shortly after it seemed as if we were…read morepurposely being ignored. After attempting to flag our bartender down we finally got a response from another person in the bar who was able to bring us one single menu for 3 people. After our menu we sat and waited a half hour and watched everyone else around us get acknowledged and served. 30 minutes later we put enough cash on the bar to cover drinks and walked out. This bar seems to only cater to locals. I truly had high hopes when I walked in. If your from out of town just go to Applebees your better off.

Great selection of bourbon pours and a neat atmosphere most people walk right by. Highly recommendread more

Nicely dimmed lounge with a variety of seating for different group sizes. Drinks were expertly…read morecrafted. The drink menu is extensive - huge selection of Bourbons. Service is attentive ** note: there is no food service or snacks that we observed