Pizza Mambo

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I can't wait for them to reopen so that I can go back to getting a salad every week. Their food is…read moreso good and so fresh and the owner / chef is super nice and knowledgeable. Wish they were open year 'round!

A casual sandwich shop where you can order and pick up at the counter. There are folding picnic…read moretables outside where you can eat. Great for a quick bite to eat while walking around Saugatuck. I got the Italian Panini and it was super yummy. Well balanced in flavours and textures. Would definitely recommend for lunch.

Interior , very little seating (plenty outside though!)

Reuben Sandwich

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Entrance

The Farmhouse Deli & Pantry

4.6(397 reviews)

0.0 mi

Anytime we drive up to Michigan we always stop at the Farmhouse. The subs are delicious. I'm…read morevegetarian and I love the vegan bahn mi. We also had the best peanut soup there. I still dream about this soup. My husband (meat eater) has tried multiple sandwiches and he's loved all of them (and he's not even a sandwich guy). It can get busy there on weekends, especially during the lunch rush. But so worth it. If you're thinking about checking it out, do it!

Omg I'm drooling just thinking about this spot…read more We were starving after mini golf nearby and initially tried to stop in at a nearby full service restaurant (which we quickly realized was too busy), so we diverted here. We joined the line and chose to dine in. Selections of ours included egg salad and turkey and even PB&J! I tried multiple sandwiches and while they took a little while to get (they were also very busy!), we found a seat quickly, started eating our chips and did a bunch of people watching. There's water if you don't want to buy drinks but the food. Wow! The egg salad was delicious - so delicious. Turkey was also. Everything was freshly made, with high quality bread and toppings. Spot was bustling but clean and quick service considering how busy it was. Bathrooms were clean (they must have quick cleaning due to the amount of people). Quality food in a quality atmosphere. And I think they do events - the spot on one side had a sign that they were going to be closed for an event. That must be a great area for a party!

Inside

Turkey club

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Hummus wrap. I could barely hold it in one hand!

Pennyroyal Cafe & Provisions

4.1(456 reviews)

1.4 mi

What a surprise. I knew it'd be good, but was not prepared for HOW good it was…read more Casual, laidback ambience. Easygoing, friendly, attentive staff. Incredible food that I'm Gibbs dream about for a few more nights yet. I had the walleye, my fiancée had the pot pie (called something else on the menu; I forget exactly what). She only didn't finish hers because she eats like a bird, but I finished hers even after I'd inhaled mine. I came even describe the flavors (except to say the horseradish mixed in the potato top of the pot pie is inspired!) I will just say that each bite hit the sweet, savory, and salty notes just right all at the same time. Can't forget to mention: the service was lovely. Our server was very kind, personable, and relaxed, and she offered us great recommendations, and boy am I glad I listened. I can't recommend this place enough. I hear the James Beard nominations may be snooping around, and they'd be right to.

My family and I always look forward to our annual trips to Saugatuck, and Penny Royale has…read morehistorically been a must-visit highlight for us. We rave about this place to all of our friends every year because the food is superb and the service has always been excellent. Unfortunately, today's breakfast experience completely tarnished that reputation. We were so excited to be back and ordered a full breakfast, totaling over $75. I ordered the Penny Royale Breakfast, but when I tried the sausage, it just wasn't to my taste. I politely asked our waitress if I could swap the sausage for bacon instead. To my absolute shock, her immediate response was a flat "No!" She informed me that she would not swap it because "everyone likes our sausage here" and insisted it was just a "preference thing" because they use high-quality goods. She refused to take the sausage back or accommodate the swap, stating she could only put in a separate order for a side of bacon that we would have to pay extra for. In all my years of dining out, I have never experienced such rigid, dismissive customer service. For a restaurant we love so much, it was incredibly disheartening that the staff wouldn't accommodate a simple request to keep a loyal customer happy over a piece of breakfast meat. We ultimately chose not to press the issue further because we didn't want to completely ruin what had been a peaceful morning, but the interaction left a terrible taste in our mouths. We always tip generously in cash, but today we intentionally left a minimal tip of $2 on the credit card to reflect the pathetic service. It is incredibly disappointing when a place with so many things going for them forgets that hospitality and accommodating guests with such a small request is just so important Later the same day after posting my message above on Yelp the manager responds as you can see below. In response I'd just like to say that there is no need to justify poor customer service. And a customer should not feel bad for not liking something. We are all paying customers and we should pay for the things that we like and not pay for the things that we don't like simple and easy. I just hope you do better for your customers in the future.

Brunch bar

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Sausage, Egg, & Cheese on Brioche with a side of potatoes

The Southerner

4.3(725 reviews)

1.4 mi

The question isn't whether to eat here, the question is how many times you will eat here (you'll…read morewant to a lot). Get the chicken biscuit with the honey butter. Nice views and friendly wait staff. Something really special

Best spot for food in Saugatuck. It's a half mile before the business of downtown Saugatuck where…read moreall the foot traffic is, but it's always packed here. Reservations recommended and takeout ends early pre-dinner. Best to call before going. Nana's fried chicken is the item to order here. Traditional fried half chicken that's crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Crystal hot isn't much heat and Nashville hot is bearable if you like a little heat. Neither are much worse than a hot buffalo wing. Sides are up to your discretion on what you prefer with fried chicken, but the flaky biscuit was the star of the show. Only downside was that mac and cheese was not available as a side or even a premium side which seems a bit counterintuitive for a place called the Southerner. Solid options all around and beautiful views on the outside patio of the water. Must visit if you're ever in Saugatuck!

View from our table, was able to watch bad eagles circle above the river.

Catfish poor boy

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The Patrick Starfish

Lady Bird

4.1(103 reviews)

Really great experience! Tom was our server, he was super cool and friendly. Great drink options…read more The cheesy potato's were very good!

Ladybird was our first lunch stop and wow... what a way to kick things off…read more The vibe was spot on fun, relaxed, and just a great place to hang out. Our waitress was amazing and super friendly, which always makes a difference. But my chicken sandwich... listen... I'm convinced they gave me the whole chicken. It was massive but also SO good. Juicy, flavorful, and worth every bite. Paired with a yummy glass of wine? Perfect lunch. We will absolutely be back and next time we're coming hungry for dinner.

Pork Tomahawk

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Isabel's Market + Eatery

4.0(49 reviews)

0.5 mi

Since the last time I reviewed they've upped their offerings, including an expanded section of dry…read moregoods/pantry items. They've also got a small but nice looking meat and seafood counter and loads of delicious looking prepared foods and baked goods. This isn't the spot to do all your grocery shopping if you're staying in town (I'd head to the grocery store down the road for that) but if you want picnic-y things, snacks for a group, nice meats and such for the grill, fancier snacks, wine, etc, it makes a great spot and supplemental shopping spot.

I stopped for a sandwich here while in town. The sandwiches were all premade (by them) and came…read morewith mustard and mayo packets. The Turkey sandwich was pretty good. I really liked the bun. But it wasn't anything special. I decided to grab a piece of carrot cake. It was also "OK". It was a little dry. But a HUGE piece. Would I eat here again? Probably. But my pop, sandwich and carrot cake certainly weren't worth $20. I will say, the market was cute. And the staff was very friendly.

Garnet, Christine, Mary, Elizabeth, Vicky, Julie and Mindy -- Female owned + operated.

Coffee cake, biscuits, croissants -- and so much more! Choose the right baked treat from our fresh bakery!

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How do you take your coffee? Our decaf European Blend is well-balanced with an intense aroma of dried fruits and nuts.

Fresh Basil Cafe

4.0(60 reviews)

Had a good cup of joe here, a few of us stopped by to good some warm beverages during our stroll…read more staff was polite and friendly

We had a perfect day and this restaurant was part of it. I am celiac, but they told me all their…read morebowls were gluten-free so I got the chic bowl. It was really fantastic. My daughter got one of their sandwiches and loved it as well. I was less a fan of their coffee, but it's really not a coffee place and there are great coffee shops everywhere but what I come here again? Absolutely. The people were nice too, and it was easy to get a seat outside on this gorgeous day, which was important because we had the dog with us

Lobster roll

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Outside

Uncommon Coffee Roasters

4.4(503 reviews)

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Love this local small business. I have only gotten the drip brew coffee but it is very flavorful…read more Great vibe at this place. The fancier drinks sound delicious as well.

-Cute spot in the heart of downtown saugatuck -cozy inside…read morewith friendly staff -does take a bit of time to get through the line, but once you place your order it isn't bad -lines get long around 8:30 -build your own sandwich can start to get pricey when you add the different fixings -lattes were fine, a bit too much milk -would come back for a casual breakfast -there's a separate counter to order if you have your pup! Also there's an outdoor garden area in the back of the space

Inside seating area

Yumminess!

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Pumpernickels

3.2(369 reviews)

Grilled chicken tastes like it came off a charcoal grill!! Amazing. I added it to the radish salad…read more Food was fab. I'd come here for this meal anytime.

Disappointing experience. Charged over $20 for a tequila…read morecocktail, and there was no liquor menu available. When we asked about options, the server couldn't even name more than one tequila. Food was mediocre at best, and the portions were tiny. Save yourself the trouble and head across the street to Phil's--better food, better value, and much better service.

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Red Dock Cafe

3.2(82 reviews)

0.5 mi

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We come for the drinks, good music and location. There's nothing like being surrounded by water…read moresipping a cocktail and watching the boats drive by. Their punches are always a safe bet and their Bloody Mary is really good and spicy. The food is decent...our hot dogs were fine and pimento cheese dip okay. The sandwiches and wraps looked really good and we'd try them next time. Overall a 10/10 because of the drinks and ambience!

Just drinks...this time! We will be back for some of the food on their menu that sounds amazing!…read moreCool vibes the whole time we were there. Very relaxed and fun. The server was super nice!