First time enjoying this fine non-hotel restaurant. To be honest I had relatively low expectations…read morefor the food. However people at our table all attested to how great the burgers are so I caved and ordered a Swiss Mushroom Burger with chips. It did not disappoint AT ALL. Eileen provided super good service for an unruly 12-16 people. That was no small feat but she handled us with all our demands patiently and timely with a smile. My only small gripe and most the people there was that the room temperature. To their defense it was subzero outside

Local dive bar with some really great food! Their burgers are huge and full of flavor. Lots of…read moreclassic options, so there's something for everyone.

No disappoints! 100% spot on "voted #1 burger in Michigan" if you haven't been here you need to do…read moreyourself a favor, well worth the trip. THE CHAPMAN BURGER is a must!

Best little burger joint ever! Price is right, food is excellent! Friendly staff. Love the…read moreoutdoor picnic area.

Decided to try this place after the district softball games ended. Definitely your typical but fun…read morebar layout as well as dining tables on the other side. Fairly open space and large and lots of room. Felt bad for our server because she was the only one until reinforcements came at. I think it was 5 o'clock for evening rush and there were a lot of extra helpers by that point so things were a little slow before then but understandably. The the servers were all at least friendly and accommodating. Food was all right. I got the nachos and it wasn't as appealing as the picture on the menu, the cut chicken was good. The salsa I will say was amazing and they were kind and getting me more upon request I think it might be willies or just another more fresh salsa, but the nachos were kind of lacking some layers and we're a little skim on the toppings, if you follow me, you know I get nachos everywhere and unfortunately, these were a little lacking but again the salsa really saved it all. Kids liked the chicken tenders and my wife's burger was good. The burgers are what they're more so known for I believe. Next time we're in the area we may venture and try another spot but not saying this wouldn't keep us from coming back but just exploring options.

My wife and I both got the burger swimming in beer cheese. The burger was juicy and the beer cheese…read morevery good. She had the regular fries and I had the steak fries, which were also very good. Our waitress was nice and helpful; it's a local dive bar but the food was worth the trip!!

So glad we found this burger spot. By far the best smash burger I've ever had. I wish they would…read moreopen one back home because this place would be poppin. I got the Mikey Original and added grilled onions, grilled mushrooms, Swiss cheese, and truffle aioli. So bomb. 9/10. I also got the 1 lb fries, which was way too much for just me but still worth it. Everything was cooked perfectly. It wasn't super busy, but we had a group of 8 and got seated right away. The workers were nice too.

Tried this today with my kids after seeing a TikTok review.....OH-wow! Soooo so good…read more Chili cheese fries are yummy. Burgers were smashed, loaded,and tasty. Mikeys sauce was perfect. Regular fries were great. The family owner stopped outside and talked for a few minutes. Great people. Very unassuming place, but a very good meal. Also the shakes were good too!

A friend recommended Judd's so we decided to take a drive down to Wayland and check it out. First,…read morethanks to my friend for the great recommendation! I looked up Judd's online before making the approximate 30 minute drive and was surprised to see they took reservations. Never knowing how busy they might be, I made one and was glad I did because when I arrived, there was only one table available besides the one I reserved. We were promptly shown to our table and greeted by our server Aubree. I would describe the menu as bar food on steroids. A full list of appetizers, salads, sandwiches, pizzas and a few "main course" items are on the menu. It was also $3.00 margarita night (and they were quite good!) We were in the mood for burgers so that's what we ordered. We both ordered burgers and upgraded to the hand cut fries. Both were excellent. We both ordered medium rare. They were cooked perfectly and tasted great. When we go to a new place, we always look around to see what others are eating. We saw a pretty good cross section of the menu all of which looked good. I asked about the hand breaded chicken tenders. Rather than tell me, Aubree brought both of us a sample. They are a real possibility when we come again. (or maybe one of us will order bluegill, and the other a "Mother Clucker" which are chicken tenders and share). I need to devote a paragraph to our server Aubree. The restaurant was packed and she took care of each table like they were her only customer. Her service was so north of outstanding I think I'd go back even if the food wasn't so good. Another great find!!!

We are locals who live about 15 minutes away and had never been to Judd's. Service and food were…read moreawesome. We had a brick oven pizza that was plenty for two people. Ambiance was a typical local bar but felt clean and tidy. It was 5pm on a weekday and the bar area was mostly single men and the dining room was mostly older couples.

You simply will not find a better breakfast in town…read more Wayland, Michigan is a small town in every regard and it's full of amazing people. The Auction House is quite literally all the best parts of Wayland, MI wrapped up in one dining experience. When you walk into this simple brick outbuilding of the livestock auction, you might be taken back by how tiny it is really is. About 20 seats wrapped around a U shaped counter. If all the seats are filled, just be patient and hang out by the door, something will open up soon. If you need seats together, it is not unusual to see a whole row of customers get up and shift their seats around to make room for you. That's just what you do because it's the right thing to do. Very Wayland. You'll also want to prepare yourself for small talk. When you sit at the counter, it's more like sitting at a giant dinner table in your kitchen at home. There's plenty of regular customers and it won't take long for you to become one yourself. Amy's food is outstanding and, trust me, you won't go hungry. I highly recommend the breakfast burrito, but people also go nuts for the HUGE pancakes and omelettes. Don't want a HUGE pancake? Ask for a little one...I dare you. See what happens. The burgers are also top notch. I love this place and the people who make it thrive. Belly up, and you will too!

The coffee was weak. Always a pet peeve of mine at a breakfast place. The eggs in the omelette I…read moreordered were rubbery. The cheese hadn't melted so the omelette hadn't been cooked properly. The bacon was plentiful and tasty though. The best part of the plate was the wheat toast. I think it was homemade. Still, I won't be back.

On my way out of town from Gun Lake, I stopped at Curly Cone about 6 miles from the casino, and…read morehonestly, it ended up being one of the highlights of the trip. At first glance, it looks like a small ice cream stand, but it's grown into much more. There's a farm stand, a catering truck, and a full menu that goes way beyond desserts. They serve breakfast all day, along with burgers, shakes, and classic diner-style food. When we went around 9:30 a.m. on a Wednesday, it was packed with locals, which is usually a good sign. The food really stood out. The bacon was easily the best part--thick, meaty, perfectly cooked, with a rich smoky flavor that tasted like it came straight from a local farm, not a package. The home fries were another highlight, with chunks of potatoes and long strands of caramelized onions that felt very nostalgic and homemade, like something you'd get from your grandmother's kitchen. The atmosphere is very old-school diner. Lots of booth seating, a counter where you can sit and order like the classic milkshake-and-coffee spots, and an overall cozy, small-town vibe. The service matched that feel too--the waitress was extremely friendly and welcoming. One thing to note: it was very cold inside. It was about 26° outside that morning, but I still had to keep my coat on while eating, which took away from the comfort a bit. There's not a ton immediately around it--just a gas station across the street and a Mexican restaurant next door (which was closed when we went), though there are a few more options a short drive away. Overall, Curly Cone is a hidden gem. It may look like an ice cream stop, but it delivers a full, satisfying diner experience with standout breakfast food and a strong local feel. Just maybe keep your coat handy if you're visiting in the winter.

Love this place! Good rueben, good ice cream, friendly staff! I've been here quite a few times and…read moreI 100% would recommend.

2/4/26: I actually come here more frequently. I really like this place. I appreciate that they…read morealways try something new. This time it was alligator Poboy. An excellent start to something when I hope is a new addition to the menu. Like most good poboys very good role and sauce and excellent meat. Alligator was cooked, very juicy and not too much breading. The opportunity to make this better and more long-term: add tomatoes! But also I heard somebody complain. It was too spicy. I didn't think so, but I recommend replacing the spicy pickles with some sweet bread and butter, pickles. Service is always outstanding. Special kudos to Johnny. He always ensures customers have what they need. Very appreciated.

I absolutely love the sand bar and grill I wish they weren't as packed as they are consistently but…read moreI can also understand why their food is fantastic there's an open bar the fried mushrooms are absolutely to die for. When it comes to their food they know what they are doing they have been around for years and I hope it stays that way. I highly recommend asking to buy a mug because they're well worth it.

Salvino's makes a perfect weekly date night spot with their wide variety menu! We always start with…read morethe breadsticks and a side of ranch. We typically try something different for our main dish every week, but we always request more ranch on the side. If you couldn't tell, we love their homemade tangy ranch - it pairs well with everything!

Salvinos has a huge menu, so I went with the waitress's recommendation: Rigatoni al Forno. I found…read moreit perfectly average. Edible, but not stellar. The sauce had a slightly sweet taste to it, which was a bit odd. It wasn't delicous enough to want to order it again.

Our Michigan friends have brought us to explore Glen Arbor and on our way back, we desperately…read moreneeded food. We decided to try this place and were surprisingly blown away! Being a burger joint, we obviously ordered everything but the burgers lol. We had a long trip ahead and didn't wanna feel too greasy but looking over at other tables later, the burgers looked delicious. I got the peach salad that came with curried pumpkin seeds and shredded asiago and croutons. I added grilled chicken for $4. I wished there were some fresh peaches on it but the salad was tossed in a peach dressing instead. The croutons also tasted like fried pieces of sandwich bread. I will say, I was so pleasantly surprised by how delicious this salad was! Holy cow, after a few days of camping, having vegetables was one thing, having this salad changed my outlook on life. My fiancé was a little saddened by the fact that we will be no where near this place (from Connecticut) becuase he thoroughly enjoyed his brisket wrap. Maybe it's the Mid Western charm and hospitality, but our experience was so great. After getting the bill, our waiter (who had two colored socks on and my friend thought he only had one, but alas, one sock was just black while the other was a hot pink) offered us our drinks to go and brought us back a full cup of iced tea and Dr Pepper. Our table of four left with a $70 bill which was fantastic, given that the food also satiated us to the best degree. All the way from CT, I wanna say: thank you Michigan. And thank you to the Gnarly Heifer, even though we did not taste your Heif.

A+ food quality and I'll the service staff kudos for juggling a super busy night. Truffle fries…read morewere excellent, the salad was surprisingly tasty and fresh. The waiter did a nice job with a table near us who were concerned about allergies and needed some special accommodations. Mushrooms burgers were loaded!! Overall a nice friendly experience