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    Red Dock Cafe

    3.2 (82 reviews)
    InexpensiveSandwiches, Salad, Mexican
    Closed 11:30 am - 8:30 pm

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    Outdoor seating

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    Rum Punch

    First time here! We read that it was under new owners and wanted to give it a chance. So glad we did! The sandwiches were amazing! I highly recommend The Otis! So delicious! Their sweet and spicy dip/sauce is really tasty. It's loaded with horseradish and sweetness. My husband got a turkey wrap and said that was also good. Their Rum Punch was also yummy and the views are gorgeous. I felt like I was on vacation again in Aruba. The locals were very friendly as well and you could tell who weren't locals because we could overhear them saying how awesome this place was!

    Bbq Pulled Pork Sandwich
    Chris H.

    Heard about this place on Under the Radar. The atmosphere is very unique. It is right out at the end of a landmass on Lake Michigan with all of the seating on a dock. The parking lot is total unkept and the walk out to to the restaurant a little confusing. The building itself is eclectic hodgepodge of signs with a mix of slightly run down building. They like to blast their version of music, but if you sit out towards the end of the dock it's fine. All of this somehow adds charm to this place. I ordered the Barbecue Pulled Pork Sandwich with a side of noodles. I was with my Aunt who was the one who heard about this place. She ordered an Otis Sandwich. The sandwiches are baked so it takes a little while to receive. The 1st thing I have to say is the sandwiches are HUGE. My pulled pork had a ton of meat in it. Felt like 2 ibs. The sandwich was Spectacular, every last bite was super juicy. The sandwich was light on the bbq, you mostly tasted the pork and thats okay because it is amazing pork. The bread it's served on is also amazingly good. The noodles I got were served cold and were good, but also ehh. I took home about 2/3 of it and nuked it later and it was much better. My Aunt also loved her Otis Sandwich. The sandwiches are about $12 with no side, however the sheer size of the sandwiches make it well worth it. The service was mostly good. It was very attentive, just seemed lackadaisical. I think that's were some people get the rude from. Overall this was an easy 5 Stars. That was one of the best sandwiches I've had in years. Would I return? You bet I will.

    Chelsea M.

    Nice quick drink! I love the walk down to the spot! We will be back for sure. We decided against dinner.. the guys wanted something a litte more then sandwiches.. but they did look amazing.. i have a feeling we may have missed out!

    Beef wrap
    Carter D.

    CASH ONLY!!! You definitely go for the experience and to say you did it. The menu has mostly sandwiches but pretty much something for everyone. The food is decent but not something you write home about. The drink selection is small and everyone mostly chooses the rum runner punch style drink from the looks of it. We enjoyed some corona lights with limes! Plenty of us got wraps and hot dogs, decent meals but we waited SO LONG. Service was hit or miss. We ordered some drinks and never got them. We were lucky to get one of the two umbrella tables for some shade. The view is gorgeous, love the water front and seeing the boats pull up and come and go. If You are bringing your boat, you need ropes and bouy's of your own. Not the best accommodations but it's a local lakeside food hut vibe.

    Pulled-Pork Sandwich (baked).
    Jim L.

    I am happy to report that Red Dock Cafe is open for this season, despite announcing a permanent closing at the end of the 2021 season.

    Kat J.

    Such a lovely surprise! This place is such a cool hidden gem, on the water great crowd so much fun! Definitely recommend coming by for a beer in the early afternoon it closes early and is a great spot for a drink with friends you can drive your boat there too. So much fun

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    I don't recommend the Red Dock if you have difficulty with walking, or in a wheel chair. Lots of drinks, food is so, so.

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    Great food and experience! Ringo is very friendly and an excellent bartender! Waterside ambiance is fun!

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    Seriously! $60 for a hot dog, wrap, chips and 3 drinks? Way overpriced I. My opinion. Your paying for the view here and food is average.

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    Cool place if you're looking to throw back a few beers and chill by the water. Pulled pork sandwich is good. Cash only.

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