Three stars for the black coffee, and five stars for the hot chocolate…read more My child wanted a hot chocolate, and fortunately, Lucky Bean has a kid-sized cup. (It's not on the menu, but they do have a size smaller than 12 ounces -- just ask.) When the people behind the counter learned that the hot chocolate was for a child, these considerate people took the extra step to make the drink a little cooler in temperature than normal. And I didn't even have to ask! Because, you know, kids can't tolerate any type of food or drink that isn't tepid. I appreciated that thoughtfulness! I ordered a black coffee, and unfortunately, I didn't like it at all. It tasted burnt and like hot prune juice -- just not good. I'm sure the coffee tastes good in drinks with milk and sugar in them, but as a black coffee drinker, the black coffee needs to stand on its own. Lucky Bean is located off the main drag, in a cute little neighborhood. The inside of the coffee shop is tight -- there is barstool seating by the window, but mostly, this is a to-go coffee shop. It's small, and you can't really stay and drink your beverages here.

What a lovely little local coffee shop tucked away on Market Street! Ever since *that* major coffee…read morechain opened on Main Street a few years ago, the number of local coffee shops on Mackinac Island has shrunk from 7 to 2 (so says a local), so while it's tempting to get something familiar, there's no better time than on vacation to try something new! Plus, the locals love Lucky Bean, and you can't go wrong with a place that gets their stamp of approval. LB is a small shop with limited seating and standing room. I opted for an iced Sugar Loaf latte: white mocha, brown sugar and caramel drizzle. It was delicious! Highly recommend you swing by this place and stroll Market Street.

Delicious coffee, ice cream and treats served by the nicest people you'll ever meet? Yes please!…read more As a coffee lover, I longed for a delicious cafe on the island that isn't a national chain (why is Starbucks even here?). Anyway, skip the same-old same-old and visit Good Day for a good food and great coffee!

Service is not friendly and definitely needs to improve, a huge red flag! Although we clearly…read moreplaced an order for a Danish, we were handed over a scone. After explaining that we received a wrong order the staff had a stiff face as if we were talking gibberish. Not just us but whomever was next in queue there was no smile, no greetings exchanged! Danish was nice and crispy. Hot latte Coffee was okay. Considering it's the only cafe space along the main street on the Mackinaw island, apart from Starbucks, people look forward to a good cup of coffee and a croissant or a decent patisserie goodies.

The Blueberry Bliss smoothie is probably one of the best smoothies I've ever tasted! And this is…read morecoming from a lady who makes and drinks smoothies regularly. My smoothie standards are sky-high, and the smoothie that I had a Watercolor Cafe was amazing. It was so good that I made everyone at the table taste it, and we agreed: superb smoothie. The Blueberry Bliss has blueberries, banana, white chocolate and oak milk in it. I wish there were a little more nutritious (maybe throw in some flax, hemp seed and/or chia), but maybe that's why it's so delicious. Another delicious thing: the Peanut Butter Deluxe Toast, which is creamy peanut butter and sliced bananas with a drizzle of honey on wheat bread. Super tasty and filling! I got the avocado toast, and it wasn't my favorite. The avocado tasted more like packaged guacamole, and I got it with an egg, which is literally a hard-boiled egg that sits on top. Also, the toast was more like just a soft piece of bread. I mean, I guess technically, all of the components are there, but the execution needed some work. The breakfast burrito was super tasty (it came with chorizo), and one of my kids got the kids' mac and cheese, which came with a cookie. When these guys say that breakfast is served until 11 a.m., they really mean it! We visited around 10:50, wanting to order off of the lunch menu, but they didn't let us. I think the only lunchy offerings during breakfast time is the kids' menu. The seating inside is very cute: There's a craft station with paper, coloring books, and all kinds of colored pencils and things to create something at your table. Outside, you can sit on the patio and enjoy the view of the lake. Dogs are welcome on the patio and given water and a treat!

Not a lot of inside or patio seating. It's packed. 8 tables inside. 9-10 tables out on the patio…read more You order and then sit down. Ordered a chipotle turkey, bacon on the side, Michelangelo, snickerdoodle latte with oat milk latte, water bottle and a berry infused lemonade. The berry infused lemonade has some fake sugar in it, real sugar would make it better. The blueberries are still frozen, not fresh. Bummer. The snickerdoodle latte with oat milk was good. Flavorful. The chipotle chicken was tasty. The bread was nicely toasted. The Michelangelo was decent until my husband tried to bite into a piece of bone in the chicken. Not cool! Good thing he didn't break a tooth biting into it harder or swallow it whole in the middle of big bite. I did let the staff know about the bone in the chicken. I watched them all examine the bone in the back kitchen. The front desk woman offered to give a refund. I told her it's more important that she was made aware that it occurred than the refund. There are quite a few bees inside the patio. My husband got bitten on the back of his neck while eating lunch. Not a great lunch experience so far. Our Watercolor Cafe. 3 aggressive bees, one bee sting on the neck, bone chicken in the Michelangelo sandwich, frozen blueberries in the berry infused lemonade.

Starbucks is the only chain establishment you'll find on the island, much to the chagrin of the…read morelocals. Since its arrival, the number of local coffee shops on the island has shrunk. If you're looking to support a local business, check out Lucky Bean or Watercolor! The Starbucks does blend in fairly well to the Main Street look, and it's a clean, bright space. The drinks are definitely more expensive than what I'm used to back home, so prepare for island price gouging.

It was chilly when we arrived to the island this morning so I opted to get a hot latte here to warm…read moreup. Not busy at all- and my drink was ordered on mobile and prepared as requested. My ONLY complaint is the significant up charge. &7.50 for a tall latte. Ouch. Friendly staff tho.

Drinks are good but not worth the price. Service is great. Ambiance is definitely a must see/visit!read more

Very disappointing all around except the view which can be enjoyed without going to the restaurant…read more The pomegranate margarita was terrible. I got a supposedly smoked turkey BLT on a cheap nasty bun which I did not eat. My husband said the chicken salad was decent. I would not recommend him here . do not be fooled by the pictures online they must be at least 20 years old. The umbrellas are different. It's in great repair. The fencing is terrible. Needs a lot of fixing up painting. The tables are so old. The rusty and chipping in the paint looks awful. It is just not a very pleasant experience that it is associated with the grand hotel is very disturbing. I can't believe they would allow something like this to be associated with them.... I would go almost anywhere else on the island for a meal . Try the island house restaurant behind the hotel. I think it's called iceberg not sure but anyway that was amazingly good and a beautiful venue. ..

This is a beautiful restaurant on the water and the brunch was amazing (except the blueberry…read moremuffin)!

I brought my mother here for Mother's Day, and I'm really glad I did. Our waiter was very friendly…read moreand greeted us with a smile every time he came to the table. He even wished my mom a happy Mother's Day before taking our order, which was a nice touch. We started with the Street Corn Nachos as an appetizer, then ordered a pulled pork sandwich and a grilled portobello mushroom sandwich, both with fries on the side (an additional $4 each). This was an excellent place to bring my mom since she's vegetarian, and the restaurant had plenty of vegetarian-friendly options. The food was excellent, especially the nachos -- the queso was amazing. The restaurant also gives you a lot of customization options, like swapping chips for fries for an extra $4 or adding protein to the nachos for an additional charge. That said, while the nachos were really good, they were still $18 without any protein, which honestly felt overpriced for chips, cheese, and vegetables. We came during lunch service, and overall the food, service, and view made for a great experience. However, it is definitely on the expensive side. Most entrees seemed to range from around $20-30. Still, if you're willing to spend a little more for quality food, generous portions, and a great atmosphere, it's definitely worth visiting.

Amazing customer service. Staff is friendly. Coffee and food is great and location cannot be beatread more

Don't you just love when you pop into an establishment to use their restroom, and then discover…read morethat they have good coffee? And also baked goods! And avocado toast! And breakfast burritos! I just stopped into Boardwalk Coffee & General Store for a moment, but I did grab a breakfast burrito and some coffee. This is the closest coffee shop to the ferry dock in St. Ignace, so if you need food or beverage before heading onto or hopping off of the island ferry, this is a good place to visit. The decor is not my style, but is homey and comfy, with couches and recliners and mismatched furniture. It's almost like someone's mother-in-law died and her estate donated all of her furniture to Boardwalk. It looks like a nice place to sit a while and enjoy coffee, even though I didn't do that. My visit to Boardwalk was quick -- I just hit it and quit it. There's also a small general store, with things like local jams, fancy tomato paste and canned tomatoes, tortilla chips, cookies and other little fun durable goods. The kinds of things that you don't necessarily need, but when you see them, you think to yourself, "Why the heck not? I deserve this artisanal hot honey."

Fantastic! I can't imagine anyone having a bad experience here…read more Good coffee! Lots of fresh baked goods! Variations on typical menu items! Nothing hiring here. Everything is delicious! Fantastic service! Quaint building, both inside and out! Clean, clean, clean! Can't say enough good about The Wild Blueberry!

Stopped here randomly on our way snowmobiling, and now we stop every time we're heading back to…read moreMunising! Excellent food, great coffee, and they have delicious pastry items you can take with you! Breads, cookies, bagels, etc. Everything is delicious!

What a cozy little market! This is the type of place where you'll find necessities and name-brand…read moreitems, but also local products, gourmet foods, produce (including rutabagas, for some reason), beer and liquor and wine, lots of snacks and candy, a frozen food section, and even a hot food area. Doud's is a small market, but it has lots of stuff. As far as I know, this is one of the only markets on Mackinac Island. There actually is another Doud's down Main Street toward the ferry area, but it's a smaller grab-and-go convenience store, mostly with snacks and coffee. My hotel was right across the street, so I bopped into Doud's a couple of times during my stay, to grab a bottle of wine (they have a decent selection of wine), some candy for my kids, and some fruit because I needed to eat something fresh. The store is tidy and everything is arranged nicely. They also have self-checkout kiosks, so you can get in and out quickly.

This market's story begins in 1884, when brothers James & Patrick Doud opened their business under…read morethe name Doud Bros. Today, the store is known simply as Doud's Market and is run by Andrew Doud, the 4th generation owner. On Main Street, Doud's is the only grocery store in Mackinac Island's downtown, it's a beloved hub for locals and tourists. Today, Doud's is a modern grocery store, with a mom-and-pop feel, offering a wide range of food & household essentials. Shoppers will find fresh produce, fresh-cut meats, prepared items like whitefish dip, chicken pot pie, subs, homemade pizza, & salads. The cherry chicken salad & cherry chicken salad wrap are customer favorites. The store also features a variety of baked goods, along with a comprehensive selection of wine, beer, and spirits.